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Improving student outcomes By June 30, 2026, each school within GSSD will demonstrate improvement in services through the development, review, and revision of processes/practices that reduce barriers and enhance student success. |
Provide support as needed to ensure regular school attendance, as per AP. Enter RTI support required in CLEVR. Invite feedback and follow new Admin. Procedures as they are updated throughout the year. Extracurricular and co-curricular activities, clubs, and athletics to provide extra wellness opportunities to all students.
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SCC and Rec. Bd funding, Sask Lotteries grant, Comprehensive Community Health funds, de-centralized budget. Administrative policies and SS Handbook |
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Implementing the "Inspiring Success" Policy: Mandatory treaty education continues in Saskatchewan schools. “We are all Treaty People.” Inspiring Success supports reconciliation in education through:
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Treaty Education is taught using grade-level OTC resources. Metis and First Nations history, culture, and traditional and contemporary ways of knowing are taught and experienced in the classroom in all core subject areas. They are celebrated throughout the year, most formally on designated days (Orange Shirt/Truth and Reconciliation, Ribbon Skirt, Indigenous Peoples, Metis events and activities). Circle of Courage philosophy is explored and refreshed among staff, communicated to students. Star Student Attributes are based on Seven Grandfather Teachings and recognized at Star Assemblies.
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GSSD Cultural Advisor Robert Severight - invite input into realizing our Star Student values. Request- Robert to teach an element of habitats and communities (Sept) gathering and harvesting, animals, life cycles in October. Grade 4/5 Science Library Tech - school budget focus on purchasing recommended Indigenous resources for the library. LT presented to staff in May and then made a library display of these wonderful resources for use in May/June. “Under One Sun” and “Take Action for Reconciliation” resources used in Grades 3-6 ELA instruction. SEL Training for Staff delivered by GSSD is implemented in school SEL goal this year. Mrs. Pokotylo/classes contribute to hall display reflecting the values. School participation in Metis Day if provided this year. |
Castle All Staff
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"Inspiring Success - First Nations and Métis PreK-12 Education Policy Framework", Saskatchewan Education, June 2018 Circle of Courage Indigenous Coach Robert Severight GSSD Resources and PD - Indigenous Learning Admin. - Anti-Racism Workshop Part II Local Knowlege-keepers SEL PD on August 29th, ongoing
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Developing GSSD leaders |
Celebrate student participation and achievements in Edsby and in In Focus. School level -SRC students are given opportunities to lead through planning special events and contributing ideas for school improvement. Star Buddies - students are paired so that older students provide leadership, friendship, and support to younger students at various school events and activities. Encourage participation in GSSD Feature Staff Member, Feature Student initiative; submit entries to “In Focus”.
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Star Buddies enjoyed Hallowe'en, the Terry Fox Run, and reading together. Education Week and Caring for our Stars pictures, and other leadership recognized at Star Assemblies and posted in bimonthly newsletter and on Edsby. Student (Grade 6-8) participation in GSSD Student Senate.
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Castle, All Staff |
GSSD PD for Blended Learning, SEL, Mental Health Literacy, GSSD portal resources
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Ensuring consistent practices across GSSD schools |
Compliance with GSSD Administrative Procedures at each school Engagement in the Professional Growth Continuum Supervision of Support and Professional Staff Administration Procedures - updated |
SS Student Handbook Consistent Communication - Edsby (whole school) and Classroom Platforms School Newsletter (online, Edsby, bimonthly) Align school practices with new and existing APs - eg: cell phones. Invite feedback and review APs as they are updated throughout the year. |
Penny Castle Amanda Kornaga |
GSSD Portal Resources Edsby School website
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Delivering high-quality teaching and learning resources |
Continue PD implementation of Georgiou resources for Early literacy and literacy interventions. Access Georgiou/UFLI Resources, Div PD in Edsby PLC. Implement provincial Health Curriculum, direction by GSSD curriculum team. Implementation of new math screeners and Math UP! in Grades 4-8 Use the Indigenous Resources section in the portal to support success in Indigenous learning outcomes Use Treaty Education kit as a starting pt. to ensure Treaty Ed is taught in an aligned manner across the grades.
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Structured literacy resources and interventions are implemented in K-3 and in a Grade 2/3 reading intervention. Grades 4-8 teachers trained in Math Up! Indigenous learning resources included library book purchases, teaching treaties, and leadership from Indigenous Cultural consultant Mr. Severight in infusing the Grandfather Teachings in our school culture. Blended learning in the Middle Years included learning how to use rotation stations, school platforms, and innovative programs to increase student engagement and learning. Students in Grades 5-8 are taught to improve executive functioning through the use of the “Do, Done, Get Ready” tool. Share and implement Math screeners and “Math Look Fors” for classroom teachers in the Grade 8 classroom. Continue to develop and expand on SEL goal developed in May. |
All Teaching Staff |
Literacy Consultants - Kerrilyn Trost, Susan Robertson Middle Years Consultant - Jessica Smith Indigenous Education - Robert Severight GSSD Admin. Team GSSD Indigenous Resources on Portal |
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Enhancing mental health and well-being for students and staff |
Implement Social Emotional Learning (SEL) self-management goal: Students will monitor and regulate emotions effectively by applying strategies implemented by teacher-directed programs. "Friends For Life" Program in Grades 1, 4, and 6. Star Buddies Program K-8 “The Little Spot” to be implemented in Grade 1/2 . The program teaches emotions and will be supported by Zones of Regulation in PE. School Kindness Challenge in fall of 2025. GSSD Staff Wellness Module, Wellness Resources on GSSD portal Small Group Social Skills Instruction “Caring For Our Stars” Mental Health and Wellness Day - May 2026 Grade 3/4 Swimming Lessons at Gallagher Center Lego Club and 6 Bricks implemented to build social skills Grade 5 Temperature/Stress Checks, Superflex Curriculum Zones of Regulation K-4 SCRED in Grades 4-8, as applicable
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"Tell Them From Me" Survey Results Wellness Wednesday results Star Buddies functions include: Assemblies, Terry Fox Run, Orange Shirt Day, Education Week activities, Hallowe'en Pumpkin Carving and Costume Parade, Kindness Challenge, Elementary Track and Field, Family Literacy and Reading Buddies. Monthly RTI and EA meetings held by Mrs. Onslow.
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Penny Castle, School Administrator Tara Lucky, School Counselor Sarah Onslow, SST Susan Hillier, CCT |
"Friends for Life" PD as needed “Little Spot” in Grade 1/2 GSSD PD Modules GSSD Student Services Consult - Cindy Van Eeden Shelwyn House Presentations/Constable Kimberly Flett Springside Lions/SCC continued funding for swimming lessons MHL and GAP resources/presentations SEL training by GSSD Superflex Curriculum - Grade 5 CR Michelle Goulden and Twila Seeley |
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Offering safe and inviting facilities |
Annual Walkthrough held by Springside Fire Department in September, enter any items to be addressed in FAME. Annual Facility Walkthrough with Maintenance Superintendent Pat Morrison, to update and discuss priorities for the school (May/June 2025). OH & S Committee conducts fall walkthrough using GSSD checklist, items to be addressed are entered in FAME, as applicable, or through contacting appropriate facilities supervisor. Regular monitoring and reporting of maintenance needs by staff, needs entered in FAME by school administrator. Bimonthly meetings of OH & S Committee, and as necessary.
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Star Students of the Month/Golden Trashcan Award by TG School Calendar by Ms. Friesen celebrates each student, staff member, and school events. NEW: Staff Bulletin Board, bimonthly newsletter on Edsby, pictures and posts of activities regularly published on Edsby and school Facebook page by Mrs. Anderson. Mrs. Onslow provides pictures and captions. Quench 2 Water Hydration Station purchased and installed by Town of Springside with the assistance of an Assiniboine WaterShed grant.
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Penny Castle Caretaker Mike Seivert Marcie Anderson |
GSSD Maintenance Department GSSD Work Safe Plan Portal documents - Facilities |
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Promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion By June 2026, students and staff will report feeling welcome, safe, and included at school. By June 2026, students and staff will identify strategies for identifying emotions and accessing supports to enhance mental well-being. By June 2026, schools will follow established processes when responding to identity-based harassment involving students and staff. |
Promote a warm and inclusive school climate by celebrating Star achievements, building the Star Mindset (attributes) through the Star Student program. These mindsets are celebrated in monthly assemblies and recognized in hall display. SST composes, monitors, and supports IIPs for students, hosts monthly RTI meetings in which teachers update ROAs and interventions on CLEVR, discuss programming and progress, and adjust as needed. Interventions, use of assistive technology and individualized programs and applications to support student success. Eg: RIME Magic, Communakit, reading and math apps, as applicable. Grade 3/4 morning affirmations celebrate each child and staff member in the CR. Kindness Challenge - Mrs. Pokotylo Caring for Our Stars - Mental Health afternoon activities - May 2026 Friends for Life Program implemented in Grades 1, 4, and 6 Health Education. Staff exploration of trauma-integrated practice, neurodivergent thinkers and MHL. School Counselor maintains caseload and provides small group social skills programming. Each classroom has a designated regulation space or safe zone.
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Monthly EA meetings held at 8 am; time for questions and informational updates, PD input, and sharing of ideas. Monthly RTI meetings to address individual learning needs and to monitor and record progress. Families are actively involved in winter skating - students skate at the local arena 4-6 sessions, and family members assist and support.
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Penny Castle Tara Lucky Sarah Onslow Susan Hillier Cindy Van Eeden All Staff |
GSSD Wellness Modules on Portal GSSD monthly Mental Health and Wellness newsletter Friends for Life PD and program access for teachers School and Community Mental Health Practitioners STF/CUPE Agreements - Wellness Supports such as counseling, massage therapy, etc. |
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Upholding clear, high-quality Board of Education Policies. |
GSSD Board Policies will be reviewed at each regular board meeting. Updates and revisions will be tracked, and the newly revised policies will be communicated to the sector using the From the Board Report.
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Administrative procedures are shared at staff meetings. Feedback and discussion is encouraged for Draft APs. Board policies are implemented at the school level, apparent in procedures detailed in the Springside School Handbook. The handbook is posted on the school website and the “In Focus” report is posted on Edsby. |
Penny Castle |
"In Focus" Report APs -New and revised APs shared in the Thursday and Friday files. “From the Board” Report GSSD Portal |
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Focusing on educational approaches that prioritize student success. By June 26, 2026, 25% more students will exit Kindergarten at appropriate development (green) than when entering Kindergarten. By June 26, 2026, there will be 10% more Grades 1 to 3 reading at or above grade level as compared to fall 2024 data. By June 26, 2026, at least 65% of students in Grades 4 and 7 will be writing at or above grade level. By June 26, 2026, 72% of students in Grades 2, 5, and 8 are at or above level in math.
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*Administer Early Years Evaluation (EYE) and analyze results to develop areas of instructional focus and to conduct appropriate interventions. *The Phonological Awareness Skills Hierarchy and Action Plan serves as a reference to reach learning targets. *CR teacher will employ structured literacy blocks, using resources such as “Literacy Beginnings – Kindergarten”, and “Kindergarten Phonological Goals and Strategies”, Edsby Early Literacy PLC materials and screeners. *Initial Instructional Focus – Rhyme Recognition and Production – Intellectual Domain, Language and Literacy. *Kindergarten Data meetings will be held to develop interventions and Tier 1 instruction in response to results. *Kindergarten student portfolios will be developed for summative and formative assessment purposes. Reporting periods for this school year are January 2026 and June 2026. Kindergarten to Grade 3 Literacy: ongoing PD Grades 1 - 3: Balanced Literacy instruction, using F & P Levelled books, Word Study, Listen to Text, Read Aloud, and Partner Reading, phonics, phonemic awareness, and vocabulary instruction that will increase reading comprehension. "Bug Club Morphology" instruction and assessment in Grade 2/3. Math - Use screener data, Sask Common Math Assessments, and GSSD assessments to inform instruction. Focus on numeracy in Math classes, Math UP! PD in Grades 4-8. Blended learning resources developed by J.S. and GSSD used as guideline in Grade 8 CR. Writing Outcomes – each reporting period. Staff continue to explore GSSD Multi-grade writing resources. Grade 2-5 – looking at “Modes in Focus” texts, currently utilized in Grade 4/5. CR teacher administers initial writing assessment to determine areas for growth and challenge. Priority School - Math Study Skills/Readiness - Students in Grades 6-8 will receive direct instruction and practice in how to prepare and take formalized assessments. Homework frequency is to increase. Implement provincial math and writing assessments as applicable.
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EYE-TA Assessment: completed November 16, 2025. Team meeting to follow. Kindergarten LeNs, Grades 1 and 2 LeNs & CC3, and Grade 3 CC3 assessments GSSD Math Screeners implemented in fall 2025 and spring 2026. Focus on improving MY Math outcomes. Blended Learning PD implemented in MY CR.
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Heggerty Phonemic Awareness, Kindergarten and Primary Manuals Phonics Companion, Structured Literacy Workshops and website, 3 days of PD provided throughout the school year Decodable texts Dr. George Georgiou methods and GSSD Early Literacy PLC resources Ebooks/Listening to Reading - GSSD Library, EPIC (K/1), Raz Kids (2/3), Spark (4/5) RIME Magic Communakit Resource - Mrs. Onslow, Mrs. Pszuka(SLP) Mathology and Math Up! resources (Grades 4-8) Power UP! subscription GSSD Bug Club Morphology KIt Sask. Common Math Assessments - pre and post-assessment, Sask. Math website GSSD Math Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment resources in the portal. Google Read and Write Do, Done, Get Ready - executive functioning program in Grades 5-8 taught by D. Bulitz Explore GSSD curriculum team resources, esp. curricular through-lines, summarized outcomes, and planning for the multi-grade classroom |
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Allocating resources to improve experiences for students, staff, and the community |
School budget is largely consumed by academic supplies, major programs and resources to support student learning, and technology. Professional Development Days - GSSD presentations, modules, and de-centralized school budgets provide opportunities for professional development and growth. Support SCC initiatives re: playground, etc. in any way possible. Provision of healthy snacks upon request. SCC - One School, One Book Education Week Events Student Recognition at monthly assemblies, Awards Program, and Farewell. Implement new program and participation certificates this year. Provision of extracurricular and co-curricular clubs, athletics and field trips. Attend co-curricular events such as Dr. Brass' Metis Day. tics, and field trips. |
Priorities are reflected in school budget allocations and expenditures prior to the end of the school year. Springside School Community Council sponsors the "One School, One Book" program.
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Atrieve and MyBudgetFile - plan and monitor resources Springside School Community Council and local sponsorship CSCH Grant, Best Buy School Tech Grant |
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Fostering connections and supporting transitions By June 2026, there will be a 2% increase in student attendance, based on the June 2025 data. By June 2026, GSSD will deepen relationships with families and communities by increasing our understanding of Indigenous identities, histories, and worldviews. By June 2026, GSSD will deepen relationships with families and communities by engaging in authentic opportunities to promote student intellectual, physical, socio-emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being. By June 2026, schools will develop, review, and revise, processes/practices that reduce barriers and enhance student success.
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Daily attendance and student engagement will be encouraged in the CR and on school media. Attendance is monitored and tracked in Edsby; home contact made as necessary by office. Orange Shirt/Truth and Reconciliation Day Activities and Program held in September 2025. Continued school participation in Ribbon Skirt Day learning activities, and in the YTC Indigenous People's Day to build on experiential learning. Implementation of "Under One Sun" and "Taking Action for Reconciliation" resources in library. “Teaching Treaties” is integrated and “Inspiring Success” is revisited throughout the year at staff meetings.
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Use monthly attendance reports to identify potential areas for support. Attendance notice sent home, as applicable. Education Week Career Fair Local elder involvement in Orange Shirt Day and in storytelling in the CR. Seven Grandfather Teachings, SEL goal and student recognition plan Identify, as a staff, at least three achievable land-based learning opportunities for students this year.
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Penny Castle |
GSSD Attendance letter and visual is shared with school community. "Inspiring Success, First Nations and Metis PreK-12 Education Policy Framework" |
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Valuing input from students, families, staff, and the community By June 30, 2026, GSSD will deepen relationships with families and communities by engaging in authentic opportunities to promote student intellectual, physical, social-emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being.
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Kindergarten Family Engagement Days - designed to welcome families into our building and their child's educational experience. Education Week
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Karlie Hnidey All Staff Penny Castle |
Elementary Years consultant Kerrilyn Trost Springside School Community Council Community parents and grandparents |
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Communicating openly and clearly |
Three times per year, the school team will unpack their School Level Plans. Team to review what is on or off target and adapt the plan as needed. Team will reflect upon its effectiveness in progressing through the plan, individually and as a team. SLP is formally reviewed at December, February, and May staff meetings. Progress is reported and discussed at monthly RTI meeting and staff meetings.
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SLP progress is communicated in Principal's Report at SCC meetings. Aspects of SLP are reviewed and updated at staff meetings. SLP is posted on school website. SLP is reference pt. for school activities and learning programs, communicated in bimonthly newsletter and in principal reports. |
All professional staff are responsible to develop and implement the plan, coordinated by Castle. |
GSSD Strategic Plan SLP template, Edsby, SS Website |
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Forming partnerships to support GSSD’s priority areas By June 30, 2026, GSSD will deepen relationships with families and communities by engaging in authentic opportunities to promote student intellectual, physical, social-emotional spiritual and physical well-being. |
Springside Fire Department - Fire Safety Presentation - October 2025 Education Stations - community volunteers Wellness Wednesday Springside School Community Council Hot Lunches Family Reading and Morning Muffins Family involvement - sharing their gifts and time in the CR. Special events including Christmas program (partnered with SCC) and dinner (SCC).
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SS Open House/Supply Drop-off
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CMHA - Sunrise Health Region |