Preschool Network Session 2 : Family Engagement and First Transition to School

This network includes:

• One meeting (April 15^th, 8:30 am to 2:30 pm, EMSB, in-person)

Total number of participants: 25
This offer is available in English.

Requirement for Participation

• Authorization from school administrator

General Selection Criteria

In view of the popularity of certain project proposals and the number of spaces, selection criteria have been retained:

• A proportional representation of the targeted schools of the two English-language school boards in Montréal as a priority, and of the three French-language school service centers depending on the spaces available
• A representation of the cycles
• The participation of the individual in other offers of professional development (current school year).

Description

The Preschool Cycle Program is intended to provide everyone with equal opportunities to develop in different areas so that they are able to learn and be successful throughout their lives. It gives children a chance to learn, understand and become familiar with the school environment, and to believe in their own abilities. Children arrive at school with experiences that vary according to their personal characteristics, family and sociocultural background. It is therefore important to take each child into account and build on the strengths encountered in each area of development.

This session will allow particpants to reflect on how our bias can influence pedagogical practices—including how perceptions may affect relationships
with families, and to explore strategies to foster meaningful family engagement that supports the success of all children. We will also discuss what it means to be disadvantaged and what factors can contribute to a successful school transition in order to ensure that EVERYONE truly feels welcomed and has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Specific and Measurable Goals

In this session we will:

• reflect on the Preschool Cycle Program in relation to teaching in a disadvantaged community
• reflect on current school and classroom practices related to family engagement and transition
• share ideas and practices which value families as essential partners in preschool

Costs

No cost assumed by the school

A Montréal School for All covers the following costs:

• Substitution or replacement
  If applicable, a fixed amount is allocated by A Montréal School for All to school boards and school service centers to cover the costs of substitution or replacement.
• Materials

Professional Development Team

Cassetta Connie, pedagogical consultant, école EMSB
Lafortune Marie-Ève, pedagogical consultant, école LBPSB
Nancy Saltarelli, Professional Resource, A Montréal School for All

A Montréal School For All

Contact person
Nancy Saltarelli : nancy.saltarelli@education.gouv.qc.ca