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St. George’s Elementary Annual Report 2011

School Development

Report 2011-2012

P.O. Box 14092 Station Manuals Stn. Manuels

Conception Bay South, NL

A1W 3J1

St. George’s Elementary

St. George’s Elementary Annual Report 2011-2012

School Development

Stn. Manuels Conception Bay South, NL




Table of Contents Message from the Director of Education ............................................................................ 3

Message from Principal ...................................................................................................... 4

Message from School Council ............................................................................................ 5

Overview of School ............................................................................................................ 6

Our School Community .................................................................................................. 6

Key Highlights/Special Projects .................................................................................. 6/7

Partnerships ..................................................................................................................... 8

3-4 Year School Development Plan .................................................................................... 9

Summary Report on the School’s Most Current Data ...................................................... 16 Appendix A – Summary of School Fundraising ............................................................... 20


OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR Chair: Milton Peach, B.A., B.A.(Ed.)

C.E.O./Director of Education: Ford Rice, B.A., B.Ed., M.Ed.

Message from the Director of Education

In December, 2011, Eastern School District approved a three-year strategic planning process which centered on developing our schools as caring, professional and purposeful places of learning and excellence. This school report for 2011-2012 highlights the activities of your school and your efforts to achieve your school-based goals, in keeping with the District’s mission and its vision for the future. The information provided is very helpful as we continue to pursue excellence for our District through a planning process which emphasizes continued professional growth and development. I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate each school on the success achieved to date as evidenced by this report. I acknowledge, with gratitude, the efforts of our teachers, administrators, support staff, parents and community representatives, particularly through schools councils. By working together, we can achieve the best possible learning environment for our students. I encourage you to dialogue with our stakeholders on this document and on our District objectives. As we move forward with our new Strategic Plan (2011-2014), I look forward to your continued support and cooperation in the achievement of the specific goals and objectives listed in this plan. Keep up the good work! Sincerely, BRUCE VEY, PhD

CEO/DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION (Acting) /ms


Message from Principal It is with great pleasure that we present to you our School Development Report for the 2011-2012 school year. This year was an eventful year which marked the development of our new 4 year School Development Plan. This plan highlights two important School Development Goals which included: - To incorporate 21st century learning practices to support and improve student achievement and success in an inclusive environment. - To create a more welcoming, healthy, well-maintained environment where people feel safe and respected. Throughout the last number of years, many strategies, professional development training and initiatives were implemented to enhance the quality of school life for the students of this school. We at St. George’s celebrate the successes we have attained in each of our goal areas. This year we began the cycle of School Development. We reviewed the efforts that have been made through the last four years and identified new strengths and needs. An internal review process was completed. Thank you to the parents who completed the surveys for this review. This information provided us focus for the development of new School Development goals which, again, will be aimed at improving student learning. In this School Report, you will have an opportunity to review some of our most current data relating to how our students do on standardized testing. The results reveal that we have been making progress over the last four years. Our teachers and our School Development Team have worked hard to improve in areas where results were down and I think this year’s results support the fact that improvements have occurred. I would like to express my sincere thanks to staff for their hard work and dedication throughout the year. The staff at our school is a very caring and nurturing staff who work tirelessly on behalf of the children they teach. They are truly a credit to the teaching profession. In addition I want to thank you the parents for your commitment to our school. Whether it is volunteer work in school, fundraising, recycling program, I have always felt that the parents of our school are behind us in whatever we do, and I thank you for that. Paul Edwards Principal


Message from School Council

This is my second year as chair and my third year as a member of the School Council at St George's Elementary. This has been an exciting year in which we have seen the fruition of some long term goals set by this and previous councils. Of course I refer to finally having seen the installation of our new playground. This was an initiative of the previous school council and through their tireless fundraising efforts, grant applications as well as donations they were successful in seeing this project approved. Water and sewer and other important projects kept delaying the installation of the playground but finally this year it was completed. I can only judge by my children's reactions when I say that the playground was well received by the students of St George's Elementary. I would like again to thank the efforts of the previous council for the vision of this project and making it happen. The second such initiative which came to bear this year was the installation of Team Boards throughout all of the classrooms. This council decided in our first term that our fundraising efforts would be put towards this very goal. We were successful in raising funds for an average of one board per year which, when combined with other funds available, were able to slowly see this implemented. Fortunately this past year we were able to take advantage of some funds available through a technology initiative of the Department of Education to complete this project. As technology becomes an integrated part of our daily lives, these tools will allow our teachers to integrate this into their teaching. This upcoming year is the last in St George's 4 year plan so next year will bring many challenges to the next school council in the development of the next 4 year plan. I will continue to serve as a member of the school council at St George's and I look forward to this process. I would like to commend the administration and teaching staff of St George’s Elementary. I keep hearing about the spirit of St George's and the warm and welcoming environment here and this in large part falls to the teachers of our school in making it so. Lastly, I would like to thank the other volunteers who have served on school council over the past three years. Their efforts were certainly appreciated. Best Regards Cameron Spracklin-Reid, B.Eng. School Council Chair


Overview of School

School’s Mission Statement

“We, at St. George’s Elementary, believe in providing a safe, caring and respectful

learning environment that focuses on the development of the whole child, with the

support of both home and community.”

Our School Community

St. George’s Elementary is situated in Long Pond, Conception Bay South and is part of the eastern region of the Eastern School District. Our school has an enrolment of 294 (June 2012) and offers grades K to 6. We have a total of 23 professional teaching staff. This includes 14 classroom teachers and 4 Special Services Personnel. St. George’s Elementary also has a Guidance Counselor and 3 Specialist Teachers in the areas of Music, Physical Education and Learning Resources. Our accessibility and student population enables us to have the support of Student Assistants. Support Staff also includes the services of Secretarial and Maintenance Personnel. The Eastern School District itself is the largest district in our province. In addition to the staff based at the school, we are fortunate to have the services of District Office Staff including a Senior Education Officer, Educational Psychologist, Speech Language Pathologist and Itinerant Teachers for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing as well as an English Second language Teacher. Programs Provided

St. George’s Elementary offers the entire provincially prescribed curriculum in Kindergarten through Grade Six. Our school also offers the option of Intensive Core French at the grade six level. We have a fully equipped Resource Center and computer Lab which is used to support curriculum. As well we offer an instructional band program for students at Grade 5 and 6. Key Highlights/Special Projects

Math Madness Our Math / Literacy Committee planned many different activities at various Grade levels to make math fun and interesting for the students throughout the year. The highlight of our Math Focus was a parent night “Make Meaning of Math”. Our school based Math Committee of teachers planned the celebration. All teachers were in attendance and presented activities to parents that could help support their child’s development. The Resource center was set up with tables with teachers from different grade level presenting an activity/game that parents could be using with their children at home to make Math more meaningful. Approximately 35 parents turned out for this very worthwhile and fun event. They were very impressed with and engaged in

St. George’s Elementary Annual Report 2011

the hands on presentation. materials that they could readily use to engage their children at home in meaningful Math learning St. George’s Elementary is very proud of its Physical Education and Music

programs.

Our Physical Education program focuses on enhancing well being of all students. This program encourages students to participate in physical activity to achieve an appreciation for a healthy and active lifestyle. Activities include lunchtime intramural sports for grades 4students in grades five and six are offered the opportunity to participate in a variety of school sports clubs. “The Granny Awards” was our spring musical production presented by our Elementary students. This year’s production was a great success. We were very fortunate to have two professional dancers choreograph the musical numbers for the children. The music and dance of the 1960’s had many parents out of their seats, clapping and singing along to many the favorite tunes. In May we hosted our first ever received from The Newfoundland and Labrador Arts Council. All classes displayed the work that was completed with the assistance of various locatransformed into an art gallery with the highlight being the presentation of the Grade Five Traditional Newfoundland folk dance. Parents and community representatives attended the evening and were very delighted with the display of svery pleased with this initiative and hope to continue on an annual basis. Other programs provided by the school include:

Tutoring for Tuition Arts Smarts Program $5600Kids Eat Smart Breakfast ProgramAnnual Christmas Shoe Box CampaignRecycling Program DARE (Drug Awareness Education: Grade Six)Annual Curriculum Fair for EJunior Achievement (Business Basics: Grade Six)School Lunch Foundation – School Lunch ProgramRoots of Empathy Program Ocean Net (Grade 4 class) Skating Program Field Trips National Ballet Outreach Program (Grade 5 students) Oratorical Contest


the hands on presentation. Each parent was provided with a Math “goodie bag” of materials that they could readily use to engage their children at home in meaningful Math

St. George’s Elementary is very proud of its Physical Education and Music

Our Physical Education program focuses on enhancing the physical, social and emotional well being of all students. This program encourages students to participate in physical activity to achieve an appreciation for a healthy and active lifestyle. Activities include lunchtime intramural sports for grades 4 – 6 (soccer, team handball and hockey) students in grades five and six are offered the opportunity to participate in a variety of

” was our spring musical production presented This year’s production was a great

success. We were very fortunate to have two professional dancers choreograph the musical numbers for the children. The music and dance of the 1960’s had many parents out of their seats, clapping and singing along to many

In May we hosted our first ever Arts Smarts Exhibit. This was made possible by a grant received from The Newfoundland and Labrador Arts Council. All classes displayed the work that was completed with the assistance of various local artists. The gym was transformed into an art gallery with the highlight being the presentation of the Grade Five Traditional Newfoundland folk dance. Parents and community representatives attended the evening and were very delighted with the display of student work and talent. We are very pleased with this initiative and hope to continue on an annual basis.

Other programs provided by the school include:

00 Grant (Gr. Kdg.-Six) ogram

Annual Christmas Shoe Box Campaign

DARE (Drug Awareness Education: Grade Six) Annual Curriculum Fair for Elementary students. Junior Achievement (Business Basics: Grade Six)

School Lunch Program

Skating Program Field Trips National Ballet Outreach Program (Grade 5 students)

oodie bag” of materials that they could readily use to engage their children at home in meaningful Math

St. George’s Elementary is very proud of its Physical Education and Music

the physical, social and emotional well being of all students. This program encourages students to participate in physical activity to achieve an appreciation for a healthy and active lifestyle. Activities include

cer, team handball and hockey) As well, students in grades five and six are offered the opportunity to participate in a variety of

of the 1960’s had many parents out of their seats, clapping and singing along to many of

This was made possible by a grant received from The Newfoundland and Labrador Arts Council. All classes displayed the

l artists. The gym was transformed into an art gallery with the highlight being the presentation of the Grade Five Traditional Newfoundland folk dance. Parents and community representatives attended

tudent work and talent. We are


Rotary Read Along Coles – Indigo Grant $2000 Newspapers in Education Learn Not to Burn Program Newfoundland and Labrador Light and Power Presentation

Partnerships

St. George’s Elementary is a community-centered school. We are very fortunate to be supported by many organizations. A key partnership exists with the Salvation Army: Long Pond Corps, Sobeys: Long Pond and Scotia Bank: Long Pond Branch who partner with the Kids eat Smart Foundation to offer a breakfast program at St. George’s. 2011 -12 was the seventh year of this wonderful program. All students can avail of breakfast (free of charge) three mornings a week. Breakfast items include cereal, toast with a variety of spreads, fruit, yogurt tubes and apple or orange juice. This program has been a huge success. We are also supported in various ways by other community organizations including The Newfoundland and Labrador Arts Council, the Kiwanis, Lions, Knights of Columbus, Catholic Women’s League, Dominion Stores, the CBS Food Bank and the Town of Conception Bay South. St. George’s Elementary is thankful for the generosity of our community organizations. Our School also supports community organizations such as the Girls Guides of Canada and the Boy Scout organization by providing use of our facilities on a weekly basis.


St. George’s Elementary 2011-2015 School Development Plan

The school year 2004-2005 was the initiation year of the new Department of Education School Development Model. During that year the staff of St. George’s Elementary closely examined our school and, through collaboration and consensus, outlined our values and developed our school’s vision statement. The 2011-2012 school year marked the beginning of a New School Development Plan for our school.

The 2011-2012 school year saw the movement into the next phase of the model: the Internal Review. Data collected from a wide range of sources would help us establish goals and direction for the coming years. Our staff divided into data analysis teams and identified areas of strength and challenges at St. George’s Elementary. We received input from all levels of our school community. Critical issues were identified and a new four year plan was initiated. We also began to work on some specific goal areas to set the ground work for the current school year. The plan was developed and we will be moving into the next phase of the process in the Fall of 2012. An external team of professionals will visit our school for a three day period to validate our plan. The St. George’s Elementary new School Development Plan for 2011-2015 is overviewed on the following pages. It is important to note that this plan will be continually monitored and, where necessary, objectives revised to meet the current needs of our students. The plan should also be viewed as a whole, meaning that objectives presented for any given year are probably being worked on during other years as well. Yearly objectives are necessary however to help keep the plan focused and provide a means for annual evaluation.


3-4 Year School Development Plan

Goal 1: To incorporate 21

st Century Learning practices to support and improve student achievement and success in an

inclusive environment. Year Objectives Objectives Objectives

2011-12 All teachers and staff will have the opportunity to use technology

To increase the use of assessment practices to improve student achievement.

To become familiar with Inclusionary education and practices.

2012-13 To equip all classrooms with Smart Board/Team Board technology

To increase the use of assessment practices to improve student achievement using technology.

To be active participants in the Inclusionary Education Pilot Program.

2013-14 To integrate the use of ipads and other digital technology devices into classroom instruction

To use various types of assessment to monitor student achievement.

To implement Inclusionary Practices into daily classroom instruction

2014-15

To continue to use different technologies to increase student achievement

To increase student self assessment practices. To continue to implement Inclusionary Practices into daily classroom instruction to become inclusive classrooms.

Goal 2: To create a more welcoming, healthy, well –maintained environment where people feel safe and respected.

Year Objectives Objectives Objectives

2011-12

Students will increase their awareness of respect for self, others, environment and learning.

The School Community will provide an environment that supports good nutrition and physical activity.

The school community will support staff wellness initiatives.

2012-13

Students will continue to increase their awareness and practice respect for self, others, environment and learning.

The School Community will continue to provide an environment that supports good nutrition and physical activity.


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2014-15





Section V: School Development Plan for 2011-2012 (Year 1 of 4)

This is the first year of our new four-year plan (2011- 2015) at St. George’s Elementary. Below is a list of objectives and strategies for each goal of the School Development Plan for the 2011-2012 school year.

School Development Plan 2011-2012 Goal 1: To incorporate 21st century learning practices to support and improve student achievement and success in an inclusive environment Objective 1.1: To integrate a variety of digital technologies to support teaching and learning practices.

Objective 1.2: To identify, design and utilize a variety of assessment strategies to guide student learning and teaching practices.

Objective 1.3: To implement diverse teaching and learning in an inclusive environment.

Strategies: 1.1.1 To use the TeamBoard / SmartBoard to teach curriculum outcomes where applicable 1.1.2 to involve all students in interactive TeamBoard / SmartBoard activities 1.1.3 to allow students opportunities to complete assigned activities using technology 1.1.4 incorp. a computer station into our centers 1.1.5 incorp. Smartboard as a center 1.1.6 use tumble books/a-z learning 1.1.7 increase number of computers in each classroom 1.1.8 incorp. wordQ, ipads, fusions into daily instruction 1.1.9 increase computer lab usage

Strategies: 1.2.1 to allow students opportunities to complete assigned activities using technology 1.2.2 to utilize video technology to record student performance 1.2.3 to save student work or activities on TeamBoard / SmartBoard to student files 1.2.4 increase the usage of alternative assessment 1.2.5 use of choiceboard for assessment 1.2.6 use exit cards 1.2.7 increase peer assessment 1.2.8 increase self evaluation

Strategies:

1.3.1 provide opportunites for students to use various technology options to complete assigned work (ex. choice board) 1.3.2 to tailor activities such that students are able to complete it at different levels to meet individual needs 1.3.3 use variable grouping at various times throughout the year 1.3.4 fist of 5 1.3.5 daily 5 1.3.6 variety of grouping strategies 1.3.7 mini grade level assemblies (D. I Team) 1.3.8 celebration of different types of learners (display board, etc.) 1.3.9 more center based learning 1.3.10 To incorporate more reverse integration activities with the challenging needs unit. 1.3.11 To continue on with the practice of “Book Buddies” between grade levels


Indicators of Success:

1.1.1/1.1.2/1.1.5 Plan one smart board/team board activity during grade level meetings to be completed weekly 1.1.4/1.1.7/1.1.6 Ensure there are at least two working computers for student use in each classroom 1.1.3/1.1.6/1.1.9 Change technology schedule to reflect one extra technology period per cycle per class 1.1.1/1.1.1 Develop, contribute to and utilize a shared technology folder amongst staff with web-sites for each grade level in various curriculum areas. 1.1.8 Utilize group set of fusions and IPADS in weekly instruction. (based on school purchasing one class set)


1.2.4 to1.2.8 Record in grade level minutes what DA assessment strategies are being used and how often. Aim to utilize one per week. 1.2.1 Teachers try to create formal assessments digitally and share with IRT for independent testing using AT in an alternate setting. 1.2.1 Teachers utilize IRT testing times 1.2.2 Utilize class set of IPADS to digitally record student performances when suitable. Measured by sign-out schedule. 1.1.3 Create class file for each class on the P drive with a folder for each student within.


1.3.1 Utilize class set of IPADS to digitally record student performances when suitable. Measured by sign-out schedule. 1.3.2/1.3.3/1.3.4/1.3.5/1.3.6/1.3.9 Plan at least one DI/DA activity during grade level meetings to be completed weekly: one season/unit based centre per year per class. 1.3.7/1.3.8 Grade levels will provide an opportunity for each student throughout the year to demonstrate their unique abilities and learning style. 1.3.10 Reverse Integration: One activity per class per year. 1.3.11 Teacher’s schedules reflect buddy system between grade levels.


School Development Plan 2012-20013 Goal 2: To create a more welcoming, healthy, well-maintained environment where people feel safe and respected. Objective 1.1: To improve students’ feelings and respect in the school and bus environments.

Objective 1.2: To continue to encourage and educate healthy food and lifestyle choice.

Objective 1.3: To increase opportunities for staff wellness.

Strategies 1.1.1 To continue to train bus monitors yearly in grade 4, 5 and 6. 1.1.2 To reward bus monitors at the end of the year for their contribution 1.1.3 To reinforce school rules and the “Fabulous Four” on a consistent basis. 1.1.4 To continue to acknowledge student achievement on the announcements and the Gotcha wall. 1.1.5 To acknowledge student contributions at the year end assembly (ex/ bus monitors, barricades, kindergarten monitors etc). 1.1.6 annual in class bus safety training 1.1.7 annual Lion’s Quest program 1.1.8 annual “Roots of Empathy” program 1.1.9 annual “Safe and Caring School” activities 1.1.10 implementation of “school safety programs”

1.1.11 To establish maintenance guidelines/expectations.

Strategies: 1.2.1 To continue with primary and elementary fit activities on a weekly basis. 1.2.2 To incorporate “FITGO Bingo” on a monthly basis. 1.2.3 To use healthy active living kits cross-curricular when applicable. 1.2.4 To implement “Fruity / Veggie Friday” 1.2.5 To implement a “litterless lunch” competition on Fridays 1.2.6 To continue to encourage school board policy about healthy living through monthly newsletters, announcements and website. 1.2.7 To continue with all healthy living committee activities on a regular basis 1.2.8 To continue hot lunch program and breakfast program. 1.2.9 To continue Lunchtime/After school Sports 1.2.10 To continue with in class instruction on healthy eating and healthy lifestyle choices.

Strategies:

1.3.1 Staff to establish a more welcoming/respectful school environment for each other 1.3.2 To try and incorporate more teacher wellness activities for staff after school . 1.3.3 To increase the number of organized “extra-curricular” social activities that include everyone. 1.3.4 To continue to decorate the staffroom for special occasions. 1.3.5 To encourage teacher accomplishments in a more formal way through e-mails, announcements etc. 1.3.6 To integrate a monthly birthday cake for the staff. 1.3.7 To continue with treat days every 3 weeks 1.3.8 Social committee to establish a guideline of how to consistently acknowledge significant events in a staff member’s life.



1.1.1/1.1.2/1.1.6 Reduced incidents on bus travel 1.1.3/1.1.7/1.1.8/1.1.9 Less incidents of bullying and fewer weekly incident reports 1.1.3 Knowledge and adherence of the “Fabulous Four” 1.1.4/1.1.5 Student feedback through surveys (one per term) 1.1.10 Usage of teacher safety vests for outside supervision

1.1.11 Create a daily maintenance checklist to be followed.


1.2.1/1.2.3 Primary and Elementary fit classes to remain in the weekly cycle with more structure. Classes use EAS kits on inside fit days. 1.2.2/1.2.4/1.2.5 On alternate Fridays, incorporate one of the three activities throughout the day in conjunction with the breakfast/lunch program. 1.2.6 Include in monthly newsletters “Healthy Tips” for families. 1.2.7 Continue Healthy Commotion activities throughout the year. 1.2.8 To continue hot lunch program and breakfast program with some modifications 1.2.9 To continue Lunchtime/After school Sports 1.2.10 To continue with in class instruction on healthy eating and healthy lifestyle choices.


1.3.1 Staff feedback through surveys (one per term) and to enlist the help of the NLTA to instruct on teacher wellness. 1.3.2 Staff to continue to implement yoga, zumba, walks etc. to reflect healthy lifestyle choices. 1.3.3 To organize more inclusive activities such as bowling, dinner, movies etc. to enhance staff morale. 1.3.4/ 1.3.5/1.3.6 Teacher wellness committee to acknowledge different celebrations and events ex/ Halloween, Christmas, Valentine’s Day etc. 1.3.7 To continue with treat days every 3 weeks. 1.3.8 Teacher wellness committee to establish a guideline of how to consistently acknowledge significant events in a staff member’s life.


Summary Report on the School’s Most Current Data PRIMARY LANGUAGE ARTS ASSESSMENT

This year’s results of our Primary Reading Assessment in Grade One and Two show an increase in Grade One with a slight

decrease in Grade Two. Our Grade One classes indicated an incline from the previous year. These results give a good

indication of the growth and development of our students throughout their Grade 1 year. Our Grade 2 classes indicate a

decline from previous years but we still remain close to the Provincial average. Grade 1: Percentage of Students Performing At or Above Provincial Benchmark

Grade 2: Percentage of Students Performing At or Above Provincial Benchmark

School Province School Province School Province School Province

81.8% 65.0% 84.2% 62.6% 63.2% 63.7% 65.4% 58.3%

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72.5% 72.4% 73.9% 72.6% 85.3% 73.5% 63.2% 65.3%

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SUMMARY REPORT ON ST. GEORGE’S MOST CURRENT DATA

This section overviews our school’s most current achievement data. The data shows how the students of St. George’s Elementary performed on the 2011-2012 Provincial Assessment and the Primary Language Arts Assessment. It reflects progress we have made and helps identifies areas that we need to improve. Our teaching staff and the school development team review this data, in conjunction with other means of internal assessment to set short and long term goals for our school. Provincial Assessment (Criterion Referenced Tests): St. George’s Elementary Student Achievement Data

The Provincial Assessment shows how well students are doing in certain areas of the school curriculum compared to others in the district and the province. Data is collected at the school, district and provincial levels and analyzed for the intended purpose of improving teaching/learning in the classroom. As part of the school development process, staff reviews our areas of strength and weakness and set action plans. In the spring of 2011, both our Grade 3 and Grade 6 students were administered Provincial Assessments in Language Arts and Mathematics. As the charts indicate, these tests were made up of subtests that focused on different aspects of the curriculum. Using a rubric, the tests are scored by levels. The levels range from Level One (very limited) to Level Five (outstanding). The provincial goal is 85% of students to obtain a level three or above. The results presented are based on the percentage attaining level three or above, as this is the standard or benchmark for analysis. Grade Three Summary Data Analysis

The charts present annual results over a four year period in Language Arts. In 2012, reading was a strength in Language Arts while demand writing, poetic, and informational reading, indicate areas that need focus. Results in Mathematics show an improvement in reasoning. However, as we strive to improve in Mathematics, we still need to improve in Number Operations, Number Concepts, Communication, Connections and Representations and Problem Solving. Our internal data shows that this area is still a major focus.


Grade 3 Language Arts


Reading 91.9% 88.3% 94.9% 92.1% 83.9% 79.7% 69.0% 68.0%

Listening 94.4% 95.4% 84.6% 80.9% 91.0% 88.0% N/A N/A

Demand Writing 80.6% 74.9% 88.9% 73.9% 59.6% 71.9% 80.0% 81.7%

Poetic 73.5% 68.8% 87.9% 71.5% 72.8% 77.9% 37.8% 47.9%

Informational 82.4% 55.1% 80.0% 63.6% 50.0% 52.8% 48.6% 64.5%

Listening 85.0% 70.5% 94.3% 59.9% 66.0% 68.9% N/A N/A

Grade 3 Mathematics


Number Operations 85.4% 85.0% 79.5% 76.0% 75.5% 74.5% 70.0% 72.5%

Number Concepts 69.1% 73.5% 71.0% 77.3% 69.3% 77.9% 70.7% 78.6%

Reasoning 61.0% 54.3% 66.7% 62.1% 62.2% 61.2% 75.6% 72.0%

Communication 51.2% 54.2% 74.4% 61.6% 62.2% 60.6% 70.7% 73.4%

Connections & Representations 56.1% 69.0% 82.1% 68.2% 62.2% 65.3% 75.7% 80.8%

Problem Solving 70.7% 68.8% 64.1% 68.3% 73.3% 77.2% 80.5% 82.6%

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Constructed Response: Percentage of students achieving Level 3 or above

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Grade Six Summary Data Analysis

One of St. George’s main focus in our School Development Plan is in Mathematics. We are very pleased to report that the school compared with the District is slightly higher in Number Operations, Reasoning, Communication, Connections and Representations and Problem Solving. In Number Concepts, we had the same score as the Province 67.0%. It is noted that there is a significant difference in Communication 82.1% compared to the District 56.6%. There are no areas in which we are lower than the District and Province and we are very pleased with these results. In the area of Language Arts, the Provincial Assessment indicates that our strengths are in the areas of Reading, Demand Writing, Poetic, and Informational Writing. It is noted that there is a significant difference in Informational Reading, 82.9% compared to the District 58.5%. We are, therefore, able to see areas of concern and our strengths. This data guides our instructional practices as we develop our school development plans. As we move forward, we are able to highlight our successes and strive for improvement in other areas.


Grade 6 Language Arts


Reading 83.4% 87.1% 79.1% 81.0% 76.5% 79.5% 72.2% 71.5%

Listening 85.8% 87.7% 86.1% 86.7% 66.0% 67.0% N/A N/A

Demand Writing 73.7% 78.7% 77.1% 81.4% 79.4% 74.7% 77.0% 74.8%

Poetic 67.6% 69.6% 61.1% 69.9% 67.7% 66.2% 57.5% 50.4%

Informational 70.3% 68.0% 66.7% 68.4% 48.5% 58.7% 82.9% 58.5%

Listening 35.1% 47.4% 65.8% 66.7% 57.6% 51.8% N/A N/A

Grade 6 Mathematics


Number Operations 80.8% 77.1% 74.5% 72.3% 77.5% 67.5% 66.7% 62.2%

Number Concepts 69.9% 67.1% 80.1% 76.9% 77.0% 75.0% 67.0% 67.0%

Reasoning 51.4% 36.5% 72.2% 54.9% 82.4% 52.3% 69.2% 58.9%

Communication 48.7% 30.6% 50.0% 46.5% 76.5% 44.3% 82.1% 56.6%

Connections & Representations 48.7% 36.1% 66.7% 44.0% 38.3% 35.2% 77.0% 58.5%

Problem Solving 62.2% 42.5% 74.3% 55.8% 88.2% 68.1% 82.1% 65.6%

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Appendix A – Summary of School Fundraising October 2010 School Lap-a-Thon $ 12861.97 December 2010 School Council Christmas Sweep $ 808.83 February 2011 School Council Battle of Brains $ 1181.00 Each year our “Silly Squad” conducts various days throughout the year to support local charities. Below are listed the various charities that were supported by student support.

- Terry Fox Run $ 378.83

- The Happy Tree $ 200.00

- Law Enforcement Torch Run $ 185.17

- The Breakfast Program $ 500.00

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