Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is entering the fourth year of a partnership with Jigsaw Learning to strengthen Collaborative Response practices across the division. This ongoing initiative supports school and senior leadership teams in creating sustainable structures that enhance instruction and improve outcomes for all students.
As part of the program, school leadership teams from new and returning cohorts will participate in a series of leadership sessions focused on examining and implementing Collaborative Response frameworks in their schools. Facilitated workshops on effective collaborative team meetings and data utilization will provide practical strategies for strengthening team practices and supporting student success.
All staff will have the opportunity to participate in Collaborative Response overview sessions to ensure a consistent, school-wide understanding of the framework. Schools will also receive tailored guidance through observations, written feedback, and debrief sessions designed to refine their collaborative practices.
“We are excited to continue our work with Elk Island Public Schools, helping leaders and teams build capacity to implement Collaborative Response in ways that meaningfully impact teaching, learning, and student outcomes.”
- Kurtis Hewson, Lead Learner, Jigsaw Learning
To learn more about how Jigsaw Learning could help your organization introduce, implement and deepen Collaborative Response efforts to have a substantial impact on student success and staff collective efficacy, access Collaborative Response Across a System section of our website. If you have any questions, please contact us at .
Elk Island Public Schools is one of Alberta's largest school divisions serving approximately 17,500 students in 42 schools. Schools range in size from 15 students to approximately 1,300 students and cover the geographical areas of Sherwood Park, rural Strathcona County, Lamont County, the City of Fort Saskatchewan and Vegreville (County of Minburn).