In K-9 the Provincial Proficiency Scale replaces over twenty different scales that were used in the province, and 3 different scales that were used in our district with one unified four point scale. The scale starts with Emerging then Developing, then to the goal for all students of Proficient, and then to Extending. The Proficiency Scale is already used in the Literacy and Numeracy Graduation Assessments in 10-12. Percentages and letter grades remain the same for courses in grades 10-12.

The Proficiency Scale Indicators

Emerging – student demonstrated an initial understanding of the concepts and competencies up to this time in a learning area.

Developing – student demonstrated a partial understanding of the concepts and competencies up to this time in a learning area.

Proficient – the goal for all students – student demonstrated a complete understanding of the concepts and competencies up to this time in a learning area.

Extending – student demonstrated a sophisticated understanding of the concepts and competencies up to this time in a learning area.

Students can move up or down on the scale through time depending on their understanding and application of the content and competencies at the time in the course or area of learning.

Teachers make professional judgments as before with various scales we have used to report on the evidence of learning a student has provided. The evidence of learning may include products, observations, and conversations. These professional judgements are based on a variety of factors including:

• training
• criteria
• rubrics
• BC Performance Standards
• calibration through co-assessment with groups of teachers
• collaboration with other teachers
• experience

No matter where your student is on the proficiency scale, teachers will provide areas of strength or significant growth, areas that need improvement, and how families can help their student in written learning updates.

Teachers use a variety of ways to communicate learning through the year outside of Learning Update times. Parents are encouraged to contact their teachers if they have any concerns.

We’ve included two graphics below to help understand the Proficiency Scale.

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For more information see https://www.prn.bc.ca/board/k-12-reporting-policy-framework-2023-2024/ or https://curriculum.gov.bc.ca/reporting/resources-for-parents-and-caregivers

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For more information see https://www.prn.bc.ca/board/k-12-reporting-policy-framework-2023-2024/ or https://curriculum.gov.bc.ca/reporting/resources-for-parents-and-caregivers

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Superintendent’s Report
The Superintendent’s monthly report is available at https://togetherwelearn.prn.bc.ca/2023/09/14/superintendents-report-september-2023/

Board Meeting
Our public Board Meeting was held Monday. The recording is available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cJpJYGOVA0M
The schedule, agenda, and meeting packages for board meetings are available at https://policy.prn.bc.ca/board-meeting-schedule/

Reporting card Renovations. Learning Updates in 2023-2024
Starting in the 2023-2024 school year the provincial reporting policy has changed. Report cards continue with a new name as Learning Updates. Read on for more information and all the parent documents at https://www.prn.bc.ca/board/k-12-reporting-policy-framework-2023-2024/

BC Services Card and MyEducation BC Parent Login
Tired of resetting your portal password? Parents can now login to MyEducation BC with their BC Services Card app. For more details see https://myedbc.prn.bc.ca/parent-login-with-bc-services-card/

Upcoming Dates
September 22 – Non Instructional Day – School Planning – Schools closed
October 2 – In Lieu for Truth and Reconciliation Day – Schools closed
October 9 – Thanksgiving – Schools closed
October 20 – Provincial Non Instructional Development Day – Schools closed
October Interim Reports – schools will communicate with parents about their interim times in October

For more information on the district calendar please see https://www.prn.bc.ca/district/district-calendars/

School Contacts
You can find phone numbers and websites for schools along with a school catchment locator at https://www.prn.bc.ca/schools/

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As part of the three year plan we are seeking your feedback on the plan, what we do well to remove barriers, and where can we do better. Feedback will be shared with the northern committee and relevant school district personnel.

You can find our plan and feedback mechanism at https://www.prn.bc.ca/district/accessibility/

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Over the last few weeks we have shared sharing specific parent information that helps to explain  the changes. All of the information shared and parent documents are available at https://www.prn.bc.ca/board/k-12-reporting-policy-framework-2023-2024/ 

Past Reporting posts can be found at https://www.prn.bc.ca/category/reporting/

This week we are sharing a document with general information about the changes to K-12 Student Reporting.

These documents are available in multiple languages at https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/education-training/k-12/administration/legislation-policy/public-schools/student-reporting-for-families#families

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Over the next weeks we will be sharing specific parent information that helps to explain  the changes. If you like to read ahead, all of the information and parent documents are available at https://www.prn.bc.ca/board/k-12-reporting-policy-framework-2023-2024/ 

This week we are sharing a document that can help answer the question – How will I know my child is on track to graduate?

Parent and Caregiver Information Sheet – How will I know my child is on track to graduate (PDF)

These documents are available in multiple languages at https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/education-training/k-12/administration/legislation-policy/public-schools/student-reporting-for-families#families

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Over the next weeks we will be sharing specific parent information that helps to explain  the changes. If you like to read ahead, all of the information and parent documents are available at https://www.prn.bc.ca/board/k-12-reporting-policy-framework-2023-2024/ 

This week we are sharing a document that can help answer the question – Why is my child self-assessing and setting goals?

Parent and Caregiver Information Sheet – Why is my child self-assessing and setting goals?

These documents are available in multiple languages at https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/education-training/k-12/administration/legislation-policy/public-schools/student-reporting-for-families#families

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Over the next weeks we will be sharing specific parent information that helps to explain  the changes. If you like to read ahead, all of the information and parent documents are available at https://www.prn.bc.ca/board/k-12-reporting-policy-framework-2023-2024/ 

This week we are sharing a document that can help answer the question – What is descriptive feedback?

Parent and Caregiver Information Sheet – What is descriptive feedback (PDF)

These documents are available in multiple languages at https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/education-training/k-12/administration/legislation-policy/public-schools/student-reporting-for-families#families

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