TOGETHER: We Are SD43 - 11/12
COMMUNICATING STUDENT LEARNING
Every child learns and grows in their own way. Our schools are committed to helping students build strong skills in reading, writing, and numeracy, while also developing confidence, creativity, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
To support student success, our district uses a process called Communicating Student Learning (CSL). This approach focuses on ongoing conversations between students, families, and teachers about learning, progress, and next steps.
What Does Communicating Student Learning Look Like?
Learning is shared throughout the year in a variety of ways, not just through report cards.
Families may receive information through:
· Learning updates and reports
· Parent-teacher conferences
· Student-led learning conversations
· Email, phone calls, and other communications
These updates help families understand:
· What their child is learning
· What their child is doing well
· Areas where their child is still growing
· Next steps for learning
· Ways to support learning at home
Helping Students Take Ownership of Their Learning
Students are important partners in the learning process. They are encouraged to reflect on their learning, celebrate successes, and think about their next steps.
You may hear your child talking about questions such as:
· What am I learning?
· Why is it important?
· What am I proud of?
· What challenges am I working through?
· How do I know I am improving?
· What would I like to work on next?
When students understand their learning goals and can talk about their progress, they become more confident and engaged learners.
Understanding Learning Updates
Kindergarten to Grade 9
Learning updates use the Provincial Proficiency Scale to show how a student is progressing with grade-level learning expectations.
Emerging | Developing | Proficient | Extending |
Beginning to learn | Making progress | Meeting expectations | Going beyond expectations in meaningful ways |
Grades 10 to 12
Learning updates include:
· Letter grades
· Percentages
· Teacher feedback describing strengths, growth, and achievement
These updates help students and families understand progress toward graduation and future goals.
How Families Can Support Learning at Home
Simple everyday activities make a big difference:
· Read together and talk about books
· Ask your child about their learning and school experiences
· Encourage regular attendance
· Practice math and literacy skills during daily activities
· Establish routines for homework and organization
· Celebrate effort, growth, and progress
Accessing Learning Updates
The two links below provide information on how to access the MyEd Family Portal.
· MyEd FAMILY Portal Log In Instructions
If you are struggling to access the MyEd family portal, please contact your child’s school.
We're Here to Help
Strong partnerships between home and school help students thrive. We encourage families to stay connected with teachers and school staff throughout the year.
If you have questions about your child's learning or progress, please contact your child's teacher or school administrator.
Attendance Connects!
Regular school attendance supports student learning, well-being, and a strong sense of belonging. When students attend school consistently and arrive on time, they are better connected to their teachers, peers, and learning opportunities.
SD43 recognizes that attendance challenges can arise for many reasons, and schools are committed to working together with families to support students' success.
To learn more about attendance, well-being, and how families can support positive attendance habits, please visit the SD43 Attendance and Student Well-Being webpage found HERE.