VANIER ELEMENTARY Annual Report 2011-12 L'école élémentaire Vanier Elementary School 85 Ennis Avenue. St. John's, Nfld. A1A 1Y7 Telephone: (709) 754-2440 Fax: (709) 754-1805 Our Vision Learning, sharing, growing – preparing for the future. En apprenant, en partageant, en grandissant - on se prépare pour l'avenir. School Report 2011-2012
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VANIER ELEMENTARY Annual Report 2011-12 Page 1
L'école élémentaire
Vanier
Elementary School 85 Ennis Avenue.
St. John's, Nfld. A1A 1Y7
Telephone: (709) 754-2440
Fax: (709) 754-1805
Our Vision
Learning, sharing, growing – preparing for the future.
En apprenant, en partageant, en grandissant - on se prépare pour l'avenir.
School Report 2011-2012
VANIER ELEMENTARY Annual Report 2011-12 Page 2
Table of Contents
MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION ................................................ ERROR! BOOKMARK NOT DEFINED.
MESSAGE FROM THE ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM ....................................................................................................... 4
MESSAGE FROM THE SCHOOL COUNCIL ................................................................................................................. 5
OVERVIEW OF THE SCHOOL ................................................................................................................................... 6
Our School Community ......................................................................................................................................... 6 PROGRAMS ............................................................................................................................................................... 6
Physical Education ................................................................................................................................................ 6 Music .................................................................................................................................................................... 7 Instrumental Band Program ................................................................................................................................. 7 Guidance .............................................................................................................................................................. 7
SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT ...................................................................................................................................... 10
SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2010-2013 ...................................................................................................................... 10 Goal 1: To enhance student achievement by implementing current assessment practices. ............................... 10 Goal 2: To improve student learning by incorporating information technologies into our curriculum delivery
models ................................................................................................................................................................ 10 Goal 3: To promote and nurture a safe, healthy, and caring culture in a socially just environment. ............... 10
REPORT ON SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR PREVIOUS YEAR (2010-11) ........................................................................... 11 SUMMARY REPORT ON THE SCHOOL’S MOST CURRENT DATA .............................................................................................. 14 SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2011-2012 ...................................................................................................................... 15
APPENDIX A: SUMMARY OF SCHOOL FUNDRAISING ACTIVITIES .......................................................................... 22
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OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR Chair: Milton Peach, B.A., B.A.(Ed.)
C.E.O./Director of Education (Acting): Bruce Vey, PhD
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
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MESSAGE FROM THE ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM
L’École élémentaire Vanier Elementary School has a proud tradition in education for more than
44 years. Our school continues to be innovative, engaging our students in the learning process
and responding to their needs. It has been said that the role of education is to amplify curiousity;
our school community endeavors to do just that.
The Vanier School Development Plan outlines three goals that we collectively work towards
over a three-year period. The 2011-2012 school year was the second year of this plan. Our goals
foster academic excellence and personal growth through professional development and learning
opportunities. Our school community is a vibrant one, and we value working closely with our
stakeholders to ensure an optimum learning environment for all.
This report describes the 2011-12 school year at Vanier, and our efforts to “be the best that we
can be.” We invite you to review our report and reflect on the growth that is evidenced herein.
We are proud of the structures, knowledge and expertise we have developed that continue to
propel us forward, learning, sharing, growing and preparing for the future.
Tina Maloney Allison Chafe
Principal Assistant Principal
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MESSAGE FROM THE SCHOOL COUNCIL
The School Report represents a significant part of l’école élémentaire Vanier Elementary
School’s effort to inform the school community of the programs and activities at our school. I
encourage you to read the report to learn about Vanier’s successes and challenges.
The members of the 2011-12 School Council were:
Allison Chafe (Teacher Representative)
Bruce Chaulk (Parent Representative)
Dr. Stephen Lee (Community Representative)
Connie Parsons (Community Representative)
Sherri Pottle (Teacher Representative)
Gerry Mayo (Parent Representative)
Gerald Mercer (Administration)
Dave Shortall (Chair & Parent Representative)
The functions of the School Council are dictated by The Schools Act, 1997. The primary
responsibilities of the School Council are to assess the year-to-year performance of the school to
ensure that it is attaining its objectives; to establish collaborative mechanisms for parent and
community involvement in education; to approve the School Development plan; and to approve
and monitor fundraising activities.
The main activity that the Council undertook during the year was a St. Patrick's Day Dinner and
Auction. This function was certainly well received by the school community and was a huge
success. The funds raised will be used for literacy-based initiatives with the replacement of
classroom and library books and resources materials. Additionally, a portion of the funds have
been allocated to enhance the music and physical education programs in the school. Other
fundraising initiatives included the weekly recycling program and these funds are used to support
educational activities and initiatives within the School.
On behalf of the Vanier School Council, I would like to thank the entire school community for
its support and commitment to l'école élémentaire Vanier Elementary School. We make each
other the best that we can be!
Dave Shortall, Chair
L'école élémentaire Vanier Elementary School Council
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OVERVIEW OF THE SCHOOL
Our School Community
Vanier Elementary is located on Ennis Avenue in St. John's East End. It offers a dual track
setting of English and French Immersion for students in kindergarten to grade six. Our 2011-12
enrollment was 304 students with an average class size of 20 students.
Our school had a total of 23 full-time and 2 part-time educational staff, which included 14.5
classroom teachers and 3.15 units for instructional support teachers. We had a guidance
Problem Solving 43.8% 42.5% 46.2% 55.8% 64.5% 68.1% 64.9% 65.6%
11-12
11-1208-09
Constructed Response: Percentage of students performing at Level 3 or above
Multiple Choice:
Constructed Response: Percentage of students performing at Level 3 or above
Multiple Choice:
10-11
10-1108-09 09-10
09-10
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School Development Plan 2012-2013
The Eastern School District Strategic Plan is developed under the direction of the Board and represents a dedication to academic
excellence and to providing a safe and caring learning environment. As with the school board’s strategic plan, our three school
development goals encourage academic and personal excellence through professional learning and school community growth. We
have balanced countless demands, helped our students settle into established routines and expectations, and have strived for excellence
in teaching and learning. The tables on the next three pages delineate the three goals for the 2012-13 school year as well as the
strategies which we have proposed to support our efforts in achieving success.
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School Development Plan Goal 1: 2012-2013
Goal 1: To enhance student achievement by implementing current assessment practices. Objective 1.1: To learn how to interpret peer and self
assessment data and effectively apply it to our teaching
practices.
Objective 1.2: To continue to implement
various assessment strategies for a
differentiated instructional environment.
Objective 1.3: To educate students and
parents on various assessments strategies
and how they are being used to
differentiate instruction.
Strategies
1.1.1 Continue to share new strategies and tools for
peer and self assessment recording data (focus
on primary)
1.1.2 Continue to share new strategies and tools for
peer and self assessment recording data (focus
on elementary)
1.1.3 Translate/develop peer and self assessment
strategies for French Immersion
1.1.4 Need to determine the extent to which teachers
use self and peer assessment in their class.
(survey)
1.1.5 Interpret and follow up on the results of that
survey to determine teacher needs for effective
use of that data. (Professional development
session)
1.1.6 Use the DI conference regularly for sharing
1.1.7 Find or create apps/programs or technology for
self-assessment to increase motivation for self-
assessment
Strategies
1.2.1 Survey after teacher sharing sessions
at staff meetings to see if teachers
have tried any of the methods
presented.
1.2.2 Continue to share methods of
recording student assessment data.
1.2.3 Continue to plan and share
differentiated lessons based on
developed assessment frameworks.
1.2.4 Continue to learn about portfolio
development and use, including
digital portfolios if possible
1.3.1 Provide teachers with tools to
educate parents and students
on 21st century learning,
including DI and assessment,
as needed.
Indicators of Success:
1.1.1 Collegial circles held and information
shared on conferences.
1.1.2 Survey taken
1.1.3 Pd
1.1.4 DI conference used
Indicators of Success:
1.2.1 Surveys took place (can be
informal)
1.2.2 Monthly sharing sessions
1.2.3 Shared differentiated lessons on
DI conference
1.2.4 PD session
1.2.5 Students demonstrate
understanding of self-assessment
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Goal 1: To enhance student achievement by implementing current assessment practices. Objective 1.1: To learn how to interpret peer and self
assessment data and effectively apply it to our teaching
practices.
Objective 1.2: To continue to implement
various assessment strategies for a
differentiated instructional environment.
Objective 1.3: To educate students and
parents on various assessments strategies
and how they are being used to
differentiate instruction.
through portfolios, rating scales,
checklists, creating and using
rubrics.
Financial Support
Financial Support
Professional Development day
Financial Support
School Development Plan Goal 2: 2012-2013
Goal 2: To improve student learning by integrating 21st century learning into curriculum delivery models.
Objective 2.1: To provide differentiated opportunities for teacher
learning in various information technologies and to provide regular
opportunities to use informational technologies in classrooms.
Objective 2.2: As they become available and new technologies are put
in place, establish guidelines for the use of information technologies in
the school and to implement these guidelines within the school.
Strategies:
2.1.1 Provide professional development in 21st Century
Learning including the practical uses of the Apple iPad
and Hovercams in instructional settings. (think Web 2.0)
2.1.2 Provide professional development in the use of TEAM
Board technologies in the instructional setting.
2.1.3 Continue collegial circles.
2.1.4 Create an inventory of apps (and their use) for the iPads
and share them with the staff and the Vanier community
2.1.5 Provide professional development on how to teach and/or
promote student creativity
Strategies:
2.2.1 Teachers will review the district plan/other school’s plans
for the use of information technologies within the school
by May 2012, if available. (personal and school devices)
2.2.2 Teachers will have reviewed and made suggestions for
revisions for the use of information technologies within
the school by May 2013. (personal and school devices)
2.2.3 Students should gain awareness of internet/web 2.0
etiquette and ethics
Indicators of Success:
2.1.1 Will have participated in professional development in 21st
Century Learning including the practical uses of the Apple
iPad and Hovercams in instructional settings.
Indicators of Success:
2.1.1 Teachers will be familiar with the district plan for the use
of information technologies within the school by May
2012, if available.
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Goal 2: To improve student learning by integrating 21st century learning into curriculum delivery models.
Objective 2.1: To provide differentiated opportunities for teacher
learning in various information technologies and to provide regular
opportunities to use informational technologies in classrooms.
Objective 2.2: As they become available and new technologies are put
in place, establish guidelines for the use of information technologies in
the school and to implement these guidelines within the school.
2.1.2 Will have participated in professional development in the
use of TEAM Board technologies in the instructional
setting.
2.1.3 Will have collaborated with the assessment team to
continue professional development in technology use
2.2.4 Collegial circles will have continued.
2.1.2 Teachers will have reviewed and made suggestions for
revisions for the use of information technologies within
the school by May 2013.
Financial Support
-Funding for purchasing applications for the iPads.
-Determine responsible party for completion of wireless installations
and develop a budget, if necessary.
Financial Support
Provide a day for technology team to review information and prepare a
presentation for staff.
School Development Plan Goal 3: 2012-2013
Goal 3: To promote and nurture a safe, healthy, and caring culture in a socially just environment. Objective 3.1: To foster and create a more inclusive and welcoming
environment for all members of the school community. Objective 3.2: To evaluate the effectiveness of our Safe and Caring School
initiatives.
Strategies:
3.1.1 Continue to promote student and staff wellness activities,
including staffroom enhancement.
3.1.2 Develop a more formal protocol for Get Active Day. (Specific
time, activities, elementary help for primary students, etc)
3.1.3 Seek funding for new playground equipment/ outside snack
area.
3.1.4 Get information on World Active Workplace Day (May 16?)
for either just teachers or whole school. 3.1.5 Arrange and promote a monthly afterschool activity for
teachers such as zumba or boxfit.
Strategies: 3.2.1 Reduce the congestion in the hallways in the mornings and dismissal.
(Follow up with school’s Occupational Health and Safety Committee on
the letter. Meet with Administration)
3.2.2 Review Sea Stars for re–implementing the program or making changes to
it.
3.2.3 Continue to seek input from a variety of sources to develop and promote a
school security protocol.
3.2.4 Continue to post duty schedule
3.2.5 Continue to host Anti-bullying and Peaceful Schools Day/ Events.
3.2.6 Develop a School Response Kit/ Critical Response Team/ TERT. (in
process – Wanda)
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Goal 3: To promote and nurture a safe, healthy, and caring culture in a socially just environment. Objective 3.1: To foster and create a more inclusive and welcoming
environment for all members of the school community. Objective 3.2: To evaluate the effectiveness of our Safe and Caring School
initiatives. 3.2.7 Character Trait Program changes:
Hold Character Trait assemblies for whole school in the gym.
Revise and administer Character Trait Survey.
Revise Character Trait schedule for a start date in October and
ending the week of Project Peace Day. (Each trait last one
month, skipping the month of December.)
Character Trait related announcements.
Daily Traits given for classrooms to focus on during that day.
Indicators of Success:
Participation of staff in monthly activity. (3.1.5)
Collection of information on World Active Workplace
Day. (3.1.4)
Get Active Day scheduled for Day 4 at 10:50. (3.1.2)
Staffroom enhancements by end of December. (3.1.1)
Plan in place for fundraising and/or approaching School
Council by the end of December. (3.1.3)
Indicators of Success:
Reduced congestion or a plan to reduce congestion in the hallways. (3.2.1)
Implement or change the Sea Stars program (3.2.2)
Implement a school security protocol (3.2.3)
Posting of duty schedule in staffroom and at both entrances to the art room.
(3.2.4)
Host Anti-bullying and Peaceful Schools Day/ events. (3.2.5)
To have a school response kit/ Critical Response Team/ TERT (3.2.6)
Review and implement Character Trait Program (3.2.7)
Financial Needs:
Money for paint and other enhancements for the staffroom
approx. $700
Money for new playground equipment and outdoor seating for
snack area.
Financial Needs:
Supplement t cost of pink anti-bullying shirts.
Matting and framing of the Anti-bullying pledge
Cost of carbon copy sea stars (QuickPrint)
Professional Development Needs:
Staff Wellness PD (dealing with stress, dealing with difficult
people, team building, etc.)
Professional Development Needs:
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Appendix A: Summary of School Fundraising Activities
During the 2011-12 school year, the Vanier Elementary School Council raised money through the following initiatives: a voluntary
donation of $40.00 per family; a regular beverage container recycling program; a St. Patrick’s Day Auction in March. The funds were
used to support a number of Vanier Elementary School and community initiatives. These included: replacement and purchasing of
classroom library books; replacement and purchasing of library resources; support for teacher professional development; family movie