Educators and Staff Gather to Learn, Collaborate, and Innovate
Across the Langley School District, teachers and staff spent the day engaging in professional learning opportunities designed to strengthen instructional practices, foster collaboration, and support student success.
From early-years education and numeracy instruction to emerging technologies and inclusive practices, staff across the district participated in a variety of workshops and learning sessions that reflected the District’s ongoing commitment to continuous improvement and lifelong learning.
Educators from Langley and neighbouring school districts came together for the District’s annual Connecting the Pieces Early Years Conference. The conference featured a variety of hands-on learning experiences designed to inspire and equip teachers working with young learners. Sessions included activities such as creating Métis Dot Art, storytelling through rock painting, and interactive mathematics experiences that encourage creativity, engagement, and meaningful learning.
Approximately 20 elementary and middle teachers gathered to enhance their understanding and use of the MathUP resource by exploring effective strategies and approaches to support numeracy instruction in classrooms. Through collaborative discussion and practical learning opportunities, participants focused on ways to deepen student engagement and strengthen mathematical thinking.
At the secondary level, a small group of teachers worked alongside an artificial intelligence and education specialist Myron Dueck, to begin developing an AI Use Scale for educators in the District.
Tech Learning Ambassadors from every school spent the day with the District’s Instructional Services Digital Literacy Team diving deeper into knowing how teachers can use technology and tools to make learning more accessible for all of our learners.
Meanwhile, the District’s Autism Team welcomed approximately 140 educators to a session focused on supporting student success through evidence-informed practices. Participants learned about a range of strategies, including the use of visuals, de-escalation techniques, no-demand play, and preference assessments, all aimed at creating supportive and responsive learning environments for students.
Professional learning opportunities play an important role in advancing teaching practice and building connections among educators. By learning together, sharing ideas, and exploring innovative approaches, Langley School District staff continue to strengthen it collective capacity needed to help support student success and ensure the health, well-being, and a sense of belonging of students in our schools.
