Dear Parents and Students....
(thoughts on Educational and related topics from Ms. Carrey)
Below you will find observations and information on various topics related to education in general and learning at PCSS in particular.
To go straight to a particular topic subpage, simply click on the title.
To go straight to a particular topic subpage, simply click on the title.
All About Attendance
On this subpage you will find information about Porter Creek Secondary School attendance procedures and information on the importance of attendance to academic success.
Measuring Learning - Assessment & Evaluation
This page includes information on:
- the current curriculum,
- on the difference between assessment and evaluation,
- information on Standards Based Assessment,
- on Ms. Carrey's Reporting Standards
- and procedures around late submissions/resubmissions of student work.
Healthy Minds, Healthy Bodies - Healthy Learners!
This page contains resources re: not sharing germs at school and links for students/parents to community resources for mental wellness.
**** Please note that nothing posted here is intended to substitute for the care of a medical professional of any discipline. Please always consult a professional when it comes to infectious/communicable diseases, nutrition, physical and mental health issues! ****
Our PCSS Inclusive Learning Community -
Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity (SOGI), Race & Justice Issues.
This page includes resources designed to support parents and students in building and participating effectively in an inclusive, respectful and mutually supportive learning community that welcomes all of our students into a safe environment where they can learn and practice civil discourse and social skills.