Learning Support
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Banded Peak is a place where diversity is accepted and valued. We support all students in inclusive classroom settings. In addition to classroom differentiation and accommodations, we provide a variety of programs and initiatives to maximize success for all students.
The Learning Support Team at Banded Peak works closely with the administration team, Mr. Pols & Mr. Pedersen, and also consists of the following staff:
| Ms. Lepard | Learning Support Lead Teacher |
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| Mrs. Gibbs | Child Development Advisor |
| Mrs. Veilleux | Early Literacy Teacher |
| Mrs. Murray | Learning Support Assistant |
| Mrs. Glowa | Learning Support Assistant |
If you have any questions about programming or special supports for your child at Banded Peak School, please contact Ms. Lepard at klepard@rockyview.ab.ca
Below is a sample of some small groups and support systems we have in place for all students.
| Name of Program | Descriptor | Grade Level | Time Spent | Group Size | Process to Measure Learner Success | Individual Learning Plan |
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| Learning Support - Coordination of Services | The Learning Support Team has primary responsibility for assisting in the screening, overall planning and coordination of student programming that enable classroom teachers to address student learning needs | K - 8 | Ongoing, in response to developing student needs | Varied | Programming is developed by the learning support team in consultation with outside services and classroom teachers | |
| CDA (Child Development Advisor) | Social Skills, emotional, behavioural and family support | K - 8 | Time dependant depending upon the needs of the child | One on one, small group |
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Consultation on social/emotional goal setting with Learning Support Teacher |
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Speech Language Consultation/Programming (Rocky View Schools) |
SLP assessments, vocabulary/concept development, phonological awareness, narrative development, higher level language i.e. inferencing Screenings and referrals usually occur in late September/early October *Rocky View SLP services no longer include intervention for articulation concerns. Families can access support for this through Alberta Health Services. |
K - 2 |
Sessions as Rocky View staff is available
Consult with Teacher |
1:1 or Small Group with ongoing work in the classroom through the teacher or assistant |
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SLP report recommendations incorporated into daily program |
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Occupational Therapy Consultation (Rocky View Schools) |
Assistance for motor coordination delays, exercises to work on fine motor or gross motor skills, help with functional living routines in a school setting, sensory processing Screenings and referrals usually occur in late September/early October |
K - 8 |
Sessions as Rocky View staff is available
Consult with Teacher |
1:1 or Small Group with ongoing work in the classroom through the teacher or assistant |
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OT report recommendations incorporated into daily program |
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Study Block (Grade 5-8) |
Students work on goal setting, time management and self advocacy skills under direction of Learning Support Teacher or other teacher supervisor
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5 - 8 | One 40 minute session per 6 day cycle | Up to 30 students |
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Each homeroom class receives access to this class
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Study Block Comp Course (Grade 5-8) |
A complementary course offered for individualized assistance with classroom work | 5 - 8 | Three 40 minute sessions per 6 day cycle | Up to 25 students |
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Students choose this course in consultation with parents |
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Book Club (Response to Intervention) |
Targeted, small group, direct instruction meeting specific literacy goals and objectives | 3 - 4 | Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 1:05 to 1:45 | Varied and flexible groupings |
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Grade 3/4 teachers, Learning Support Team |
| Programming for Complex Needs | Targeted instruction and/or alternative workspace as necessary | K - 8 | As necessary | 1:1 or Small Group | Learning Support Team in consultation with classroom teacher, parents, and external specialists including psychologists |
