Curriculum Transformation
Meaningful Collaboration and Learning L'apprentissage collaboratif
Our Curriculum Transformation Department responds to teachers’ interest in connecting pedagogical theory to practice as we all focus on our students’ learning needs. We coordinate and facilitate on-going opportunities that support this integral professional learning aspect of our work with students.
Learn more about BC's Core Competencies.
District Contacts
| Denise Wehner | District Principal, Curriculum Transformation |
| Shelby Pollitt | Literacy Coordinator (K-12) |
| Stephanie Cave | French Immersion, Library & Digital Coordinator (K-12) |
| Francesca Lee | Health Education Coordinator (K-12) |
| Joy Nugent | Intermediate & Middle Years Coordinator |
| Meaghan Taylor | Primary Coordinator (K-3) |
| Shannon Gomboc | Social-Emotional Learning Coordinator (K-12) |
| Deanna Brajcich | Math Coordinator (K-12) |
| Reisha Ryan | Secondary & Core French Coordinator |
| Ana Galac | Digital Literacy Coordinator |
| Shelley Yates | Curriculum Admin Assistant and DRC Clerk |
Advancement Via Individual Determination
Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) is a program to improve post-secondary readiness for students predominantly in the academic middle. The program targets students who typically have C to A/B letter grades in their academic subjects. As well, these students typically have a desire to attend post-secondary and have a willingness to work hard.
AVID seeks to develop skills that are critical to completing rigorous curriculum. Students are introduced to writing-to-learn practices, organizational techniques, and time-management strategies. Critical reading, formal writing processes, and public speaking are also developed along with study strategies, collaborative tutorials, and critical thinking skills. Furthermore, AVID students explore career and post-secondary options along with receiving financial and scholarship coaching. Finally, students participate in enrichment and motivational activities that build relationships and make going to post-secondary seem realistic and attainable.
AVID is currently offered to students in Grades 9 to 12 at Belmont Secondary School.
For more information, contact:
Paul Bendall
AVID District Director
pbendall@sd62.bc.ca
avidsooke@sd62.bc.ca