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Brentwood School Traditional Learning Center (TLC) 1

Please turn phones and appliances to vibrate. This meeting is designed for adults. Please be considerate of others; if your child is fussy, please take them outside the gymnasium. This presentation will be available online for a few weeks for your reference. TM 2

Acknowledging the Land We would like to acknowledge the traditional territories and oral practices of the Blackfoot Nations, which includes the Siksika (Seeg-see-gah), the Piikani (Bee-gah-nee), and the Kainai (Guy- nah). We also acknowledge the Tsuut’ina (Soot — tenna) and Stoney Nakoda (Na-ko-da) First Nations, the Métis Nation (Region 3), and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta. MW

Agenda • • • • • • TM

Introduction of School Staff Tim Michayluk, Principal Sharon Marshall, Assistant Principal Sandi Gualtieri, Learning Leader Sherri Sherren, Learning Leader Michelle Weaver, Learning Leader Victoria O’Shaughnessy, Secretary Corinne Reiter, Secretary TM 5

General information Brentwood School has two programs: • Traditional Learning Centre • Communication Sensory and Social Interaction (CSSI) 1 class TM

General information • Dynamic school with highly engaged students and parents • Character Education • Common Activities/Celebrations TLC Program continues at Thomas B. Riley School. TM

School Profile: 2017-2018 Grade Number of Number of Class size range Classrooms students Kindergarten 2 AM / 2 PM 100 25-26 One 5 102 20-21 Two 5 96 19-20 Three 5 113 22-24 Four 6 139 23-24 Five 4 103 25-28 CSSI – Special Education 1 7 7 Totals: 30 662 TM 8

Calgary Board of Education has 8 distinct alternative programs in multiple sites:  Aboriginal Focus  Arts-Centred  All Boys  All Girls  Languages  Montessori  Science  Traditional Learning Centre (TLC) SG 9

Why Alternative Programs?  Providing families choices to meet the unique learning needs of each student.  Programs focus on a particular language, culture, subject (Arts, Science), or teaching philosophy.  Informed choice is essential – what is THIS particular program about and how does it meet MY child’s needs? SG 10

Key Messages  Each program has unique features.  Integrity of the program remains the same across sites.  All sites follow Alberta Programs of Study with ATA certificated teachers.  All families are eligible to register for the lottery process (where applicable).  Aligned with system timeframe for registration. SG

Characteristics of the TLC Program:  character education  whole group instruction  academic enrichment (vertical and horizontal as appropriate and possible in the school setting)  mandatory Music/Band until end of grade 9  Mandatory French as a Second Language from grade 1  singing of O Canada daily  mandatory school uniform  TLC Program ends in Grade 9 MW 12

Elements of the TLC Program: Daily Homework Students in Grade 1 – 5 have daily homework starting in October. Homework is assigned on Monday and submitted, completed, on Friday (or the last day of the week). It is expected that parents support the students in completing the homework to the best of their ability. Parents with Kindergarten students are encouraged to read every night with their children and review concepts provided by their classroom teacher. MW 13

Differences with community school programs:  Gradual release of responsibility model  Character education program  French from Grade 1  Music/Band until end of Grade 9  In middle school, with mandatory Band and French, students will not have access to as many other complimentary courses  There are costs associated with purchasing the uniform and fees associated with the Band program MW 14

Similarities with community school programs:  Alberta Programs of Study  Second language opportunities  Daily PE  Character  Citizenship  Personal Development MW 15

The TLC classroom:  utilizes the gradual release of responsibility model  provides whole group instruction as primary approach  academic enrichment both vertical (middle school) and horizontal(elementary) where necessary  intentionally teaches and reinforces elements of a character education program  Has daily homework expectations in grades 1 - 9 SS 16

A TLC student demonstrates…  respect for self, others, and the environment  self-management and organizational skills  participation in positive social interactions and take an active role when engaging in problem solving, acts of citizenship and service  acceptance of a rigorous academic environment SS

A TLC student demonstrates…  acceptance of a rigorous academic environment  willingness to pursue excellence across all disciplines of the Alberta Programs of Study  a willingness to work independently  a commitment to daily homework SS 18

Communities attending Brentwood TLC Hamptons Arbour Lake Sherwood Hawkwood Bowness Silversprings Montgomery Brentwood St. Andrews Hts Nolan Hill Citadel Tuscany Parkdale Charleswood University Hts Pt. McKay Crestmont University of Calgary Ranchlands Dalhousie Valley Ridge Rocky Ridge Edgemont Varsity Royal Oak Green Briar West side of West Hillhurst SM Scenic Acres Greenwood 19

Registration • Registrations are NOT on a first come first serve basis. • Registration packages are available tonight or from the school at a later date. • Please submit applications in person – not by fax or email. • Children not born in Canada must begin their registration process at Kingsland Centre (details available from the school office). SM 20

Scenario for next year • We will most likely be in a lottery situation this year. • What does that look like? TM 21

Lottery Process  Where a program is oversubscribed the lottery process will be employed  Registrations are categorized using 3 priorities:  Priority 1 - siblings in walk zone  Priority 2 - walk zone, no siblings or outside walk zone with sibling  Priority 3 – designated attendance area  Notification of acceptance via letter or email by 10 business days after the lottery (this year is March 1, 2019) 22 TM

Timeline for Registration  Opens January 14, 2019  Closed noon on Tuesday before Teachers’ Convention (this year February 12, 2019)  Lottery drawn on Wednesday before Teachers’ Convention (this year February 13, 2019)  Results of the lottery draw sent within 10 business days of the draw (this year is March 1, 2019)  Parents must accept/decline within 10 days from the date of the acceptance letter TM

Transportation considerations:  K-5 yellow bus transportation provided following CBE congregated stop guidelines for alternative programs  parents pay an annual fee for CBE yellow bus service or purchase monthly Calgary Transit passes  transportation for grades 6-9 may be offered through congregated yellow bus stops or Calgary Transit TM 24

Transportation considerations:  Congregated stops are reviewed annually and informed by pre-registration for transportation, online through MyCBE  Congregated stops may not be within walking distance and alternate arrangements may be required to access the congregated stop TM 25

• It is best for parents to access bus maps from the CBE website. If this is not possible, parents may come to the school • **Kindergarten children have two bus routes. Morning or afternoon and a mid-day trip. • Kindergarten class placement in morning or afternoon is determined by address. • Children should ride the bus beginning on the first day of school TM 26

• Parents are responsible to ensure students travel to and from the existing bus stops safely; Kindergarten students must be met at the bus stop by an adult • Parents should familiarize themselves with the Transportation website • A First Ride program will be offered in May for students new to riding the bus. Details to follow. TM 27

Transportation & Lunchroom Fees Transportation Fees 2018-2019 Transportation K- 5 $350.00 Lunchroom Gr 1 -5 $285.00 These fees are reviewed annually each spring by Board of Trustees and are subject to change. Other Fees Incidental lunchroom fee Gr. 1-5= $10 Average field trip fees (collected for the whole K= $75 Gr. 1-5 =$125 year) http://www.cbe.ab.ca/registration/fees-and-waivers/Pages/default.aspx 28 TM

Transportation considerations:  pre-registration for transportation, online through My CBE Account, is essential so that your address can be considered when routes/stops are planned.  Individuals who are eligible to apply for a waiver, can find forms and instructions at http://www.cbe.ab.ca/registration/f ees-and- waivers/Pages/default.aspx TM 29

Parent and Student Commitments TM 30

Required Uniforms Uniforms are purchased by parents from McCarthy’s. Formal uniforms are required on Mondays, assemblies or other special occasion days. Informal uniform may be worn on all other days Casual clothes may be worn on designated casual days SG 31

Formal Uniforms SG 32 SM

Informal Uniforms SG 33 SM