Professional Documents
Culture Documents
8:30 am Tour of Vast 9:00 am Final presentation Rob Wilson The Nootka Alternate Program 9:30 am Sharing of Student Learning Plans Group discussion of salient points 10:15 am Break 10:30 am Panel # 1 Laurie Money MCFD Manager/Team Leader Cindy Prior Social Worker Brian Diemert Youth Probation Officer Antonia Botting Drug and Alcohol Counsellor Trish Straight Drug and Alcohol Counsellor 12:30 pm Lunch 1:00 pm Panel # 2 Leanne Taylor Youth Mental Health Team Nicky Bezanson Director Hummingburde Day Care Jennifer Norlock Hummingburde Youth Care Worker Christine Pearson VIHA Family Support Worker David Maher Vice Principal SD 70 Alternative Programs 3:00 pm Other Creative Ideas Thinking Outside the Box 3:30 pm Assignment and wrap up
IN-SCHOOL ALTERNATIVES
VAST
Philosophy
Student Centered Humanistic Student needs vs. system needs Holistic Maslows Hierarchy Partnerships Lifelong Journey of Learning Intellectual, social/emotional,
personal/career
To create with students a personalized educational experience in a safe, supportive environment where the holistic needs of each student are valued and considered.
TOUR
Equal doesnt mean the same there are no templates or panaceas. More Maslow, Attachment and Developmental Assets The growth industry mental health issues. The dimensions of poverty socio- economic factors. The many forms of abuse physical, sexual, emotional, neglect etc. Cognitive variables learning challenges and multiple intelligences. Self-regulation is it the key to success? Appropriate assessment, evaluation and reporting The importance of success, recognition and celebration. Guests - Student Panel and Vast Professionals What resources are out there? Next session It Takes a Village - Partnerships that work!
Session Four Saturday June 1: It Takes a Whole Village Partnerships That Work
Parental support and engagement School based support systems District resource people and systems. Ministry resources and programs. BCTF and the Alternate Education PSA How can post secondary institutions be involved? Other governmental departments and services. Community based agencies and organizations. The role of business and industry. Individual role models and mentors. Shared professional development and planning. Funding sources grants, service contracts, partnerships, sales etc The importance of informing and educating your partners. Guests Representative Partners
Case Studies
Norman - 14 year old male in grade 7 Niall 19 year old male in an adult program Anne 16 year old female in grade 10 Chase 12 year old male in grade 7 Liam 12 year old male in grade 6 Jack 15 year old male in grade 10 Mae 16 year old female in grade 11 Andy 14 year old male in grade 8 Darth 16 year old male in grade 10 Jake 15 year old male in grade 10 Blake 17 year old male Jared 9 year old male in grade 4
Break
What are the most common and critical issues or challenges facing the young people your agency serves? What are the most difficult issues your agency itself faces? What works well in terms of a positive working relationship with the school system? How can we build on this success? What doesnt work well in a relationship with the school system.? How can we collectively improve this? What suggestions do you have for schools trying to work more effectively with your agency? Discuss your thoughts on co-location strategies as a means of improve service and relationships. What services for youth are schools most likely not aware of in our communities? What are the gaps in services for youth on the Island and in BC? How can we work together to improve this? Any signals or signs I can look for in elementary aged children for possible issues at home or with themselves? MCFD: As a teacher, how do I know my confidentiality is going to be protected so I don't lose the youths trust. Probation Officer: How do you advocate for youth when parent's are getting involved? Counselors: When is the time or is there a time when parents need to be informed of information divulged? How often do the different members of the team at VAST meet for collaboration (if they do)? And how important is this time?
LUNCH
Debrief
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What were the critical messages we heard? Did anything surprize you? What were the most significant barriers for these partners?
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How can the school system work more effectively with partners?
What is working and what isnt working in your district? Will this information help you adjust your practises? How?