Beyond Learning and Literacy Initiative

Beyond Learning & Literacy: Supporting Learning & Literacy and Dr. Oakley Students Transitioning to Community Programming Strategic Initiative, addresses the need and a potential opportunity to support Learning & Literacy Students moving from a new model of program delivery into community programming. It proposes that a level of necessary resources and supports, such as personal laptop computers with assistive technology software, will be maintained to ensure continued academic success and achievement levels.

Approximately 150 students who have transitioned from Grade 9 Learning & Literacy Programs to High School and students who have left Dr Oakley School for placement in their Community Schools are being supported System-wide this school year. Students have been provided with personal laptop computers, text-to-speech, speech-to-text and other supportive software.

Throughout the System, there is an increased awareness of the potential of technologies in meeting diverse learner needs.  An Inclusive Learning Technologies Specialist and Strategist are building capacity by assisting educators in embedding technology into the teaching and learning process and meeting the unique learning needs of these students.