Posts by Shirley Smedley-Jay
Extra credit a disingenuous practice. Ask more questions about grading at Nov. 22 parent-teacher interviews
Author John Brunner found two kinds of fools. One says, ‘This is old, and therefore good.’ The traditional grading system involves teachers collecting assignments, tests, and projects, calculating averages, and converting percentages into letter grades. This old method fails to provide a comprehensive picture of a student’s understanding and skills. The other fool says, ‘This…
Read MoreFocusing on education’s impact: Essential factors that drive student achievement
As parents and educators, we’re always looking for ways to help students succeed. But with so many factors at play, it can be hard to know where to focus our efforts. Fortunately, decades of research by education expert John Hattie offer some clear guidance on what makes the biggest difference in student achievement. Hattie’s groundbreaking…
Read MoreHome and School News, October 2024
🍎 Register for Semi-Annual Meeting The P.E.I. Home and School Federation’s Semi-Annual Meeting will be held on Mon., Oct. 21, 2024, 6–8 pm at Central Queens Elementary School, Hunter River. Topics & Speakers are: STUDENT HEALTH SURVEY PLANS: * Cody Davenport, COMPASS program surveys grades 7-12 students; will share survey results and plans for the 2024-2025…
Read MoreSemi-Annual Meeting, Monday, October 19th
Monday, October 21, 2024, 6:00 – 8:00 PM Central Queens Elementary School, 19821 2 Rte., Hunter River, PE C0A 1N0 FEE: $8 per adult/Students Free. ***PAY by e-transfer (preferred) to: (peihsf@gov.pe.ca) or cash/cheque in advance or upon arrival. REGISTER by Oct. 16th***Numbers allow the board to prepare handouts and refreshments for everyone. All parents, teachers and students…
Read MoreParental involvement requested
CHARLOTTETOWN – The Prince Edward Island Home and School Federation (PEIHSF) is urging more parental involvement and collaboration with educators as the new school year begins. Local home and school associations play a vital role in connecting parents, guardians, school staff, and students. Participation extends beyond attending meetings or volunteering at events. We encourage everyone…
Read MoreSeptember 2024 Newsletter
Home & School Newsletter, September 2024 🍎 Drive slowly! Watch for students on the road Another school year begins Sept. 5. Students will walk, cycle, or ride to school on a bus or in their family cars. This is a strategic time to remind all motorists that children can get to school and back home safely…
Read MoreDiscussion on new resolutions. Students awarded specialty prizes at recent Provincial Heritage Fair
May was a busy month for the P.E.I. Home and School Federation, following April’s successful AGM. President Shannon Bruyneel, vice-president David Schult and PEIHSF executive director Shirley Smedley-Jay met with Education and Early Years Minister Natalie Jameson and Erin McGrath-Gaudet, deputy minister, in early May to discuss the five resolutions passed at April’s AGM. The Chief Public Health Office has responded to the resolutions…
Read MoreHome and School News – June 2024
1. Local Home & School Elections June is a busy month for our Home and School community as we prepare for the new school year in September. It’s the perfect time to hold your election of officers, allowing new executive members ample time to prepare. We encourage you to establish a nomination committee to seek…
Read MoreResolutions presented at AGM
The P.E.I. Home and School Federation’s 71st annual general meeting and conference: Building Healthy Foundations for Every Child, was held Saturday April 13th in Charlottetown. More than 100 attendees, representing 35 local Home and School Associations, were joined by guests, including P.E.I. Lt.-Gov. Antoinette Perry, Education and Early Years Minister Natalie Jameson, Erin McGrath Gaudet,…
Read MoreAGM set for April 13
There is still time to register for the Prince Edward Island Home and School Federation’s annual general meeting and convention – Building Healthy Foundations for Every Child – April 13, 8:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Rodd Charlottetown Hotel, 75 Kent Street, Charlottetown. Participation of parents, educators, and students is valued, and local associations…
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