Our Focus
| School Learning Focus for the 26/27 school year | For the 2026–27 school year, McRoberts Secondary is continuing its School Learning Story focus on Literacy, in alignment with the District Strategic Plan 2025–2030. We have previously concentrated on socio-emotional learning, mental health, school connectedness, and Truth & Reconciliation, and will continue to promote these topics while concentrating our instructional efforts on improving literacy outcomes for all students, with particular attention to learners who may benefit from additional support. |
| Evidence-Informed Rationale (WHY) | Literacy, as defined by the BC Ministry of Education, is the ability to make meaning from text and express oneself in various modes. This includes comprehending, making connections, critically analyzing, and communicating for diverse purposes. Post-pandemic data revealed a decline in Graduation Literacy Assessment scores and Language Arts performance, prompting this renewed focus. Our analysis of student achievement data has identified opportunities to strengthen literacy outcomes for English Language Learners and students with disabilities and diverse abilities. These findings will help inform our instructional planning and targeted supports. |
| Priority Learners | We have identified English Language Learners and students with disabilities and diverse abilities as priority learners within our literacy focus. We aim to strengthen instructional practices and supports to ensure these students have equitable opportunities to experience success. |
| Baseline Data | Our analysis of the Graduation Literacy Assessment results and report card data indicates differences in literacy achievement across student groups. These findings highlight opportunities to strengthen literacy instruction and targeted supports, particularly for English Language Learners and students with disabilities and diverse abilities. Through the year, we will use baseline data to monitor progress and evaluate the impact of our instructional strategies over time. |
| Action Statement (HOW) | We have addressed this focus at Staff Meetings and through Educational Facilitator meetings, asking Ed Facilitators to develop department goals with teaching strategies that support the diverse learning needs of our students. We have also brought in special presentations to Professional Development Days and Staff Meetings to discuss how to better support students with language and learning needs. |
| Intended Impact (SO WHAT) | With adjustments to pedagogical practice and using the strategies learned from professional presenters, we expect to see improvements in literacy achievement for priority learners. |
| Evidence of Impact (HOW WE WILL KNOW) | Education Facilitators are guiding each department to identify Needs, Goals, Actions and Measures, fostering cross-curricular collaboration, with a specific purpose of supporting our priority learners. The aim is to integrate literacy strategies across subjects, enhancing student outcomes and confidence. We expect to see improved results for our priority learners on Graduation Literacy Assessments at both Grades 10 and 12, as well as improved academic achievement in Language Arts courses in school. |
| Alignment Statement | McRoberts remains committed to student well-being, community connectedness, and Truth & Reconciliation. The guiding theme for the year remains: 'Be Kind, Be Honest, Be Humble, Be Proud.' The school plans to maintain a literacy focus for all students, with particular attention to priority learners, in alignment with the School District Strategic Plan. |
Updated:
Thursday, October 15, 2026