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Three Year Education Plan 2019-2022 Annual Education Results Report December 30, 2019

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Message from the Board Chair

Accountability Statement from the Board Chair

The Annual Education Results Report for the 2018-19 school year and the Education Plan for the three years commencing September 1, 2019. The Calgary Jewish Academy Annual Education Results Report was prepared under the direction of the Board in accordance with its responsibilities under the Private Schools Regulation and the Education Grants Regulation. This document was developed in the context of the provincial government’s business and fiscal plans. The Board has used the results reported in the document, to the best of its abilities, to develop the Education Plan and is committed to implementing the strategies contained within the Education Plan to improve student learning and results.

The Board approved January 7, 2020

Signed ______

Bryant Frydberg, Shannon Smith-Albert: Co-Chairs CJA Board of Directors

Board of Directors

Shannon Smith-Albert/ Bryant Frydberg – Co-Chairs Shapiro, Randy – Past Chair Jeremy Thal – Treasurer

Directors: Raber, Earl Silverstone, Andrea Stoffman, Sharla Conn, Max Belostotski, Gregory Labell, Malka Hadley, Jennifer Pavlov, Michael Terrance Crohn Cheryl Nordoft

School Administration Leadership Team

Brenda English – Head of School Serena Seeger – GAIN Coordinator – Vice Principal - Administrative Support Moshe Oren –Coordinator Judaic Studies/Jewish Life - Grades 1-9/Administrative Support Jill Morgan – Alberta Curriculum Coordinator Middle Years Traci Wamsteeker – Alberta Curriculum Coordinator – Division 1 Annette Kaminer – Coordinator – Early Years 3yr old – ECS Jeff Warner – Coordinator of Technology Integration and Support

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Message from the Board

The documents included in this report celebrate the vision, mission and history of the Calgary Jewish Academy. CJA has a strong community that provides ongoing support, education and values to Jewish youth in Calgary and surrounding areas. The analysis of data and information provided in the three year Education Results Report will provide a direction for continued improvement at The Calgary Jewish Academy. Historically, our students’ perform exceptionally well on Provincial Achievement Tests, and this is one indicator of the ability of our faculty to inspire learning and provide an engaging curriculum. The increased learning opportunities, experiential offsite trips, STEM learning programs, enhanced Fine Arts activities and extra-curricular opportunities have surpassed expectations, and we are pleased with the ongoing increase in enrolment in grades kindergarten to grade 9.

The critical thinking initiatives, technological innovations, parent and student feedback, facility enhancements and success of our students, are all reflected in the results of the Accountability Pillar Survey.

With a rich curriculum in Judaic Studies and Alberta Studies, our students continue to excel in character, personal, social, athletic and academic endeavors. This success is the result of the combined efforts of our dedicated staff, hard-working students, very supportive families and committed and involved parent volunteers, including a dedicated Board.

Our faculty have embarked on a professional learning journey over the past three years with a focus on inclusive education, innovation and integrated curricular opportunities. This learning and professional work will be ongoing as we prepare our students for their future as Jewish citizens who characterize and model the vision and mission of the CJA. Within this work is embedded the reminders to our students of their role as Mensch’s in a local, national and global context.

The CJA acknowledges and appreciates a long history of positive parental involvement in their children’s education and the increased involvement throughout the past three year is highlighted as a strength of the community. This involvement continues to be instrumental for students and teachers to succeed in a competitive educational climate.

We continue to honour the past at the CJA, and we look forward to the implementation of the new Alberta program of studies as we continue on a path of future-oriented learning opportunities for this generation of learners.

Sincerely,

Co-Chairs, CJA Board Bryant Frydberg and Shannon Smith-Albert

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Foundation Statements

Our Mission

The CJA fosters:

 Community, character and confidence  Jewish values (Tzedakah, Tikun Olam), Identity (Heritage) and Traditions (Strong connection to Israel and the Jewish people – Ahavat Israel)  Academic excellence, Hebrew fluency and Innovation

Our Vision

 To be the leader in engaging, educating and empowering Calgary's Jewish youth.  To become a nationally renowned Canadian Independent School.

המשימה שלנו המשימה של בית הספר היהודי האקדמי בקלגרי הוא לטפח קהילה יהודית, פלורליסטית ושוויונית זהות יהודית, ערכים )צדקה, תיקון עולם( ומסורת יהודית קשר חזק לישראל ולעם היהודי – אהבת ישראל מצויינות אקדמית, עברית רהוטה וחדשנות

החזון שלנו להיות המנהיג המוביל בחינוך והעצמת הנוער היהודי של קלגרי לקבל הכרה ארצית כבית ספר יהודי עצמאי

CJA “A Community of Learners, Sharing our Jewish Identity”

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CJA Students take part in the Matzah Baking at Chabbad Lubovich Synagogue

Grade Two Students Perform at the Menorah Lighting at City Hall

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A Profile of the School Authority The Calgary Jewish Academy is an accredited private school offering programs ranging from two years prior to ECS through grade 9. Our Grade 1-9 population is 218 students with the addition of 32 kindergarten students, we have a total K-9 enrolment of 250 students. Our Early Years program currently has 49 children in the 3 year old and the 4 year old classes combined, with a vibrant full day program option for 5, 4 and 3 year old children with 96 children in attendance.

The Calgary Jewish Academy provides an excellent and well-rounded Jewish and Alberta Program of Studies Education. This dual curriculum program provides students with opportunities to be connected to their Jewish cultural and identity through their learning.

The Calgary Jewish Academy is firmly rooted in the Calgary Jewish community. In its present and previous forms, it has been in existence for 105 years, serving some families for as many as five generations.

The Calgary Jewish Academy strives to be a leader within the Calgary Jewish Community, working closely with the Calgary Jewish Federation, The Calgary Jewish Centre, multiple synagogues, the Akiva Academy, Jewish National Federation and The Canada Israel Experience.

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Trends and Issues  CJA students continue to excel on Provincial Achievement tests with 38 percent of students in grade six and grade nine achieving the Standard of Excellence  CJA parents continue to be actively involved in school events and activities  The CJA’s overall summary of the Accountability Pillar Survey showcases Excellence in six out of nine categories.  Student Learning Opportunities and programming changes have increased; however, due to the complexity of a dual curriculum program the results from the Accountability Survey still state that this is an area of issue.

Celebrating Success  Innovation and access continue to be at the forefront of our dual curriculum programs with integration of blended programs in Judaic Studies, coding, robotics and project based learning across all grades at CJA  Enhancement of our character mensch programming for students with the utilization of language related to Tikkun Olam and Jewish Character and Citizenship. Students volunteered at the Calgary Food Bank, Trinity Lodge, presented at a Seniors Centre and shared their Science Fair Projects with the JCC.  Three Grade Nine students completed Math 10C  CJA students achieved the Excellence result in 15 out of 16 provincial achievement tests based upon the Acceptable and Excellent Standards  Grade Nine Judaic Studies students achieved 5 Credits for Hebrew Language and Culture 10 as a result of their academic excellence  The Calgary Jewish Academy continues to excel academically on Provincial Achievement Tests at grade six and grade nine  The Standard of Excellence in grade six is 25% percent higher than the province in three of the four PATs exams  Boston University Model United Nations Trip – Grade 9 Students attended this competition in Boston for the first time in CJA history  Grade One – Seder Celebration – supported and sponsored by Frydberg Family. Each student received their own Seder  Replacement and upgrades to Emergency Panel  Technology enhancement continues to be a part of learning programs. Ipads for grades one to five, One to One devices grades 6-9 with MacBook, iPad, Chromebook and the option to bring your own device.  Increase in access to Robotics and Coding from grades 1-9  Musical Production of Aladdin with two sold out shows  Excellence in Art and Music programming  Mental Health Supports and program increases  CJA Student Council held their first Pink Shirt Day and students engaged in Dare to Care Sessions  Social Skills and Resiliency Programs started by Counselor  Increase in French Language Programming with implementation in grade three  French Language Program students engaged in AIM French Language Program and performed and created sets of mini plays  CJA Athletic teams continue to excel in all areas. 2018-19 Girls Varsity Girls Volleyball Team Won the Calgary Separate Board – Division Four Volleyball City Championship and the CJA Badminton Team won three out of four levels in their division. Junior Girls Basketball won the Junior High Division of the Calgary Catholic and small Charter and Independent School Divisions in 2018-19  CJA Preschool Program continues to work towards becoming a fully accredited child care program

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CJA Varsity Girls Volleyball – Tier 4 City Championship Winners

Combined 2019 Accountability Pillar Overall Summary The Calgary Jewish Alberta Measure Evaluation Academy Measure Category Measure Prev Prev 3 Prev Prev 3 Current Current Year Year Year Year Achievement Improvement Overall Result Result Result Average Result Average Safe and Caring Schools Safe and Caring 86.1 88.0 88.7 89.0 89.0 89.3 High Maintained Good Student Learning Program of Studies 71.5 71.8 71.5 82.2 81.8 81.9 Low Maintained Issue Opportunities Education Quality 87.6 90.7 90.9 90.2 90.0 90.1 High Maintained Good PAT: Acceptable 93.0 97.3 94.0 73.8 73.6 73.6 Very High Maintained Excellent Student Learning Achievement (Grades K-9) PAT: Excellence 38.2 31.3 36.5 20.6 19.9 19.6 Very High Maintained Excellent

Transition Rate (6 yr) n/a n/a n/a 59.0 58.7 58.7 n/a n/a n/a Preparation for Lifelong Learning, World of Work, Work Preparation 93.3 86.1 87.4 83.0 82.4 82.6 Very High Maintained Excellent Citizenship Citizenship 85.4 82.7 83.0 82.9 83.0 83.5 Very High Maintained Excellent Parental Involvement Parental Involvement 92.2 85.8 86.1 81.3 81.2 81.1 Very High Maintained Excellent

Continuous Improvement School Improvement 81.2 82.6 82.7 81.0 80.3 81.0 Very High Maintained Excellent

Notes:  Data values have been suppressed where the number of respondents/students is fewer than 6. Suppression is marked with an asterisk (*).  Overall evaluations can only be calculated if both improvement and achievement evaluations are available.  Results for the ACOL measures are available in the detailed report: see "ACOL Measures" in the Table of Contents.  Participation in Provincial Achievement Tests was impacted by the fires in May to June 2016 and May to June 2019. Caution should be used when interpreting trends over time for the province and those school authorities affected by these events.

Comment on Results

Students in grade 6 and grade 9 continue to excel on PAT Exams and demonstrate a standard of Excellence and Acceptable Standard on average significantly higher than the provincial averages. In 2019 Spring two English Language Learners who wrote the PAT were not successful in achieving the Acceptable Standard; at grade nine; however, these two students had only been in Canada for less than 3 years.  One student was exempt from writing the Math 6 PAT; however, the same student wrote three PATs and achieved the Acceptable Standard.  Safe and Caring Schools Measure – Excellent – 89.3 % which is a 1.3% increase from the previous year. Programs and infrastructure changes have assisted in increasing this measure and ongoing upgrades continue to increase safety.

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 Student Learning Opportunities – program of studies – .01 % increase from previous year. Addition of Option courses, music and art. Additional STEM Learning opportunities and addition of French at grade 4 in 2017.  Student Learning Achievement – Excellent – Students continue to excel and out-perform the province on PAT exams at the Standard of Excellence and Acceptable Standard. 93% Acceptable Standard with one exemption. 38 % Excellent Standard.  Parent Involvement Measure – although there was not an increase in parental involvement from previous year. Parents are actively involved and volunteering in many areas. Parents are coaching, reading, assisting in the Library Learning Commons, providing hot lunch and engaging in community activities such as Latke Lunch, Judaic celebrations, Science Fair and Celebrations of Learning events. Parent increases in attendance at fund raising events in the past two years.  Continuous Improvement Measure – this measure continues to be excellent and went up .01. Ongoing changes and course offerings as well as a review of curriculum has enhanced student learning and achievement.  Overall satisfaction continues to be Excellent, despite the reported Issue with program of studies. The dual curriculum does present issues for us and we continue to explore opportunities to increase Fine and Performing Arts, Integrated Curriculum and additions of course offerings at Junior High. Challenge Credits are available in Hebrew Language and Culture and we have decreased the amount of Judaic Course work in Grades 6-9 and included these students in more option courses. Students in Junior High can also accelerate in courses and we are now offering CTS courses for credit to our students.

Strategies  PAT results: continued work on formative feedback and problem solving as well as structured critical writing pieces.  Alignment and scaffolding of curriculum. Math, Language Arts, Science and Social Studies team planning and curriculum outcome reviews. Curriculum Mapping continues across grade levels  Early intervention with Literacy and Numeracy support beginning in preschool and continuing with trained EAs.  Learning Strategist continues to ELL benchmark and is working with all staff to provide an ELL benchmark report card  Students who are able to be exempt from writing PAT’s due to coding, will have the opportunity to be exempt  Student learning profiles are being created and Education Assistants are supporting students  Safe and Caring Schools Measure – Excellent - Continuous review with Calgary Police and Jewish Federation related to safety Ongoing work with psychologist, Friend to Friend program, Dare to Care, Mental Health programming needs to increase. Screenagers showing and follow up with discussions on Internet Safety, increased technology use and safe and responsible citizenship with digital technology  Student Learning Opportunities – Program of Studies – continuous review and addition of French at Grade 4.  Addition of grade 6 students to Junior High Option Program  Ongoing community connections and supports from Jewish Federation and work with Life and Legacy to build a strong financial future for the CJA

Connecting to our History – Frydberg Family Seder Gift

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CJA Grade One Seder Celebration

Student Retention and Inclusion

 Junior High changes have occurred and students in grade six have been brought into the Options and have more learning opportunities in Alberta Curriculum  A Night at Grade One (kindergarten to Grade One transition evening) has supported ongoing retention of grade one students  There has been a significant increase in enrolment each year since 2013 in grades one to six.  CJA ended the 2018-19 school year with a total of 304 children enrolled in Nursery through grade nine. Projections from six years ago for the total population at the CJA was 219 students.  Increase in retention of students at the grade one, grade three, four, five, six and throughout grades seven to nine  The largest grade one and grade three classes in twenty years is providing a positive future for the CJA. 40 students started 2018-19 school year in grade one with a retention of 94 percent from K-1.  Spring 2019 saw the largest afternoon preschool three and four year old program in more than fifteen years  Fall 2019 saw the highest retention of grade seven students in sixteen years with 19 students enrolled.  Ongoing supports for coded students over the past four years has seen the need for increasing of Certified Educational Assistants who have special education training  An increase in PUF funded students at 3, 4 and Kindergarten with increased early intervention is providing necessary supports for our youngest learners. Early screeners for speech and OT are providing excellent supports which are necessary for student success.  Retention of English Language Learners and provincial bench marking as supports have increased for sheltered learning within the regular classroom environment  Increase in speech language, OT and intervention supports across all grade levels  Ongoing implementation of iTalam Judaic Studies Curriculum Grades 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.  Introduction of SMART School Mental Health Program  Although the economy and job loss in Calgary has continued to have a negative impact on private school enrolments. The financial donations, increase in student bursaries by the CJA and the continued support of Calgary Jewish Federation has allowed access to Jewish families wishing to attend the CJA. This support has allowed CJA’s continued growth throughout the past four years. .

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Marketing and Retention Strategies:

 CJA W&W Festival Held to raise funds for Facility Upgrades – One hundred and fifty attended.  CJA Night at Grade One assisted in retention of grade one students.  CJA Night at Nursery supported our intent to increase and retain students in our Early Years programs.  The largest number of grade four students in ten years with 39 students remaining with increased support from EAs and small group instruction.  Thirty grade five students engaged in P2G2 Grade Five Friends Across the Sea Pen Pal Project with Israel  Life and Legacy Foundation work was started with more than $8,000,000.00 in legacy funds raised.  Donor access with new website and increased Donor support. • CJA Strong with a focus on student Mensch program.  Updated CJA Brochure for Marketing and Advertising is ongoing.  CJA Alumni Data Base created to entice CJA former students and families back to the CJA  Third CJA Grandparents Newsletter Created  Open House Changes – One morning, One Afternoon  CJA Junior High Retention Evening and student showcases held.  Student Leadership Group continues to provide tours for new families in English and Hebrew  Continued innovation and programming across Grade Levels with changes to Option programming  Professional Development increased by 60 percent.  CJA Judaic Studies Faculty attended iTalam PD Training in New Jersey and they are now taking part in online training  Junior High Judaic Studies Faculty attend Bishil H’virit PD continues and program has expanded to grade eight.  CJA website ongoing updates and review.  CJA mailer campaign continues to provide funds for facilities and programming through community donations .

Curriculum Updates and Implementation

 Integrated Curricular projects continue  Technology and iPad curriculum integration across grades one to four.  Google classroom and google suite now being used in grades 5 through 9.  Grade One, Two, Three, Four and Five iTalam Curriculum ongoing.  Grades one through four – Curriculum alignment strategies and resources in Language Arts/Social Studies/Math and Science.  Physical Education – Ongoing Assessment and Physical Literacy Strategies.  Junior High integration of Judaic Studies Language and Oral Presentations – Poetry Café and Story Café.  Nursery – 3 year old class and 4 year old JK class are working on Alberta Child Care Licensing Accreditation.  Nursery – 3 year old class through Kindergarten – Integration and support from Specialist in Special Education to support Early years programming.  School Wide Professional Development – FNMI Workshop and Session held by University of Calgary.  Peg Dawson, Executive Functioning and ADHD.  Initial LIPPS Literacy Training Program for twelve teachers and support staff.  Project based integrated projects started with teaching teams implementing digital technology into dual curriculum.  French Language Arts Aim Program implemented and teacher engaged in training. Students presented French plays to students across Division Two and Three.  The addition of Photography, Outdoor Education Option, Board Game Design, Cooking and Purim Carnival Design has increased offerings for our grade 6-9 Option classes.

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Program of Studies Measure Detail

Percentage of teachers, parents and students satisfied with the opportunity for students to receive a broad program of studies including fine arts, career, ttechnology, and health and physical education. Authority Province 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 Overall 67.9 71.6 71.2 71.8 71.5 81.3 81.9 81.9 81.8 82.2 Teacher 80.1 82.0 90.0 83.2 78.0 87.2 88.1 88.0 88.4 89.1 Parent 71.3 80.8 74.8 74.6 84.5 79.9 80.1 80.1 79.9 80.1 Student 52.4 51.9 48.7 57.5 52.1 76.9 77.5 77.7 77.2 77.4

Graph of Overall Authority Results (optional) Graph of Detailed Authority Results (optional)

Notes: 1. Data values have been suppressed where the number of respondents/students is fewer than 6. Suppression is marked with an asterisk (*). 2. Student participation in the survey was impacted between 2014 and 2017 due to the number of students responding through the OurSCHOOL/TTFM (Tell Them From Me) survey tool.

Outdoor Education Class – Cycling activity

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Students Working on Integrated Art and French Project: Preparing and Presenting their Le Petite Cochon Play

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STEAM Learning Initiatives with Robotics, Science and Integrated Curriculum – STEM Learning

Grade One students enter the Coding and Math Learning Program

Coding and Robotics begins in Division One for students which has been an exceptional opportunity for our students. The hands on learning opportunities combined with Math and Lego robotics has allowed our students to increase their mathematical skills, critical thinking and these opportunities enhance their overall learning experience at the CJA.

Grade Five Students Engage in Robotics

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City of Calgary Science Fair Competition

Al Chapo Top Elementary Award was awarded to two CJA Grade Six Students

City of Calgary Science Fair Award Winners

Each year CJA students compete in the School Science Fair, City Wide Science Fair and in 2019 two students won the Top Elementary Award. The overall Science Fair results saw CJA win Two Gold Medals, Two Silver and One Honorable Mention.

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Parental Involvement – Measure Details

Percentage of teachers and parents satisfied with parental involvement in decisions about their child's education. Authority Province 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 Overall 73.8 85.2 87.3 85.8 92.2 80.7 80.9 81.2 81.2 81.3 Teacher 81.9 91.3 93.9 91.0 93.8 88.1 88.4 88.5 88.9 89.0 Parent 65.7 79.0 80.7 80.6 90.7 73.4 73.5 73.9 73.4 73.6

Graph of Overall Authority Results (optional) Graph of Detailed Authority Results (optional)

Notes: Data values have been suppressed where the number of respondents/students is fewer than 6. Suppression is marked with an asterisk (*).

Community Building

CJA Terry Fox Run 2018-19 CJA – CJA Raised $1600.00 Support Cancer

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Fine and Performing Arts

CJA School Musical Production – Aladdin Two sold out shows at the Pumphouse Theatre

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Tikkun Olam – Junior High Students Volunteered at the Calgary Food Bank

Events and Celebrations with Community and Parents

 Sukkot Visit at the Beth T’zedek Synagogue.  Shofar Visit with Cantor Russ from Beth T’Zedek Synagogue.  Matzah Baking at Chabbad.  Grade Two Students, and community attend City Hall Menorah Lighting.  CJA Festival held at Festival Hall June 23rd – Fundraiser for Facility upgrades - 150 Parents attended.  Lego Building Program shared with Aftercare Program and showcased to community and parents.  Student Led Conferences held at the end of January to showcase learning.  Celebration of Learning Held Feb 23th – Outstanding turn out.  Fifth Grandparents Day held November 16th with more than 200 Grandpals and Grandparents in attendance.  Parental and Community Involvement in Latke Lunch and Hanukkah Celebration.  Parental and Community Involvement in the Passover Seder.  Parental and Community Involvement in School and Judaic Celebrations: Sukkot, Remembrance Day, Latke Lunch,  Preschool Latke Snack, Sukkot, Night at the Preschool, Tu B’Shvat, Yom Ha’atzmaut, Yom Kippur – Rosh Hashanah Apples and Honey, Shavuot, Terry Fox Run, Aladdin the Musical Support, Purim, Pesach Seder, Celebration of Learning, Awards, Graduation  Parents and Community engaged in Purim celebration  Junior High Students took part in Jewish National Federation Leadership and Fundraising events  Student leaders took part in Camp BB Leadership training, Youth Jewish Leadership Program, Student Council Sleepover

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Jack Adler Family Foundation – Connecting CJA Grade Two Students – Torah Learning Performance at the CJA Celebration of Learning Fair

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Grade One students lead Yom Ha’atzmaut

CJA Participates in Yom Ha’atzmaut Celebration and Luncheon

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CJA Students Listen to the Shofar at Rosh Hashanah

CJA and Israel Grade Nine Students Perform at the Latke Lunch for CJA

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Latke Lunch Performance by Grade Five Students

Grade Eight Students lead the Yom Hashoah Ceremony Holocaust Remembrance Day

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Grade Eight Students Lead the Yom Hazikaron Ceremony Remembrance of the Fallen Soldiers

CJA Purim Celebration

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Increase in Quality Physical Activity and Events in Physical Education

 Whole school Roller Blading Program  Ski Day for grades 1-9  Gymnastics Unit and physical literacy come alive

CJA Grade One to Nine Ski and Snowboard Day

Grade One to Nine Roller Blading

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Comments on increased activities:

Students in grades one through nine participated in a mini Baseball Academy during Physical Education and students in Kindergarten engaged in three full days of Fish Creek Park Nature Studies. On the Grade one to nine ski day, students in preschool took part in a variety of offsite activities.

CJA had three Volleyball teams, Cross Country, Three Basketball teams, Three levels of Badminton and an outstanding Track and Field Team in the 2017-18 school year. The Varsity Girls Volleyball team won the Division Four City Championships and the Junior Girls Basketball Team won their league. Student athletes in grades one through six were given the opportunity to participate in Basketball clinics on Sundays and after school and grade six volleyball players trained in an after school program.

Technology and Innovation  Division One Coding and Robotics implementation  Kindergarten students introduced to We Do’s  First CJA Lego Building Club  Stem Learning club started for Division One students  Menorah’s for CJA Latke Lunch  Coding and Math scheduling of integration grade four through nine onging  One to one iPads in place for students in Grades one to six.  Junior High students one to one Macbook or Chromebook  Google Suite and google PD for all staff  Chrome books introduced for Bishil H’virit Program  Macbooks in the classrooms grades seven to nine  Google Drive introduced to all staff members – working towards Google Drive for grades 6-9

Safe and Caring Schools

 Ongoing changes to sign in and sign out system for parents, volunteers and all people accessing the CJA  Third review of Safety Protocols and Review by Security Advisor – Mr. Ryan Hartman  Implementation of security surveillance camera system on CJA security team phones and administration’s phones. Increased security patrols when required by CPS.  Ongoing updates to all emergency procedures and update of procedures and protocols with Calgary Police and Calgary Police Diversity services. Lockdown practices included Calgary Police Services officers with a review following practices  All students Nursery through Grade nine took part in Pink Shirt Day, Bullying Awareness Day and students in grades one through six took part in Dare to Care Session.  Positive playground mentors established at junior high to support younger students.  Safe and Welcoming Schools Policy Updated – August 2018

Safe and Caring Schools – Measure Details

Percentage of teacher, parent and student agreement that: students are safe at school, are learning the importance of caring for others, are learning respect for others and are treated fairly in school. Authority Province 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 Overall 90.3 92.0 86.3 88.0 86.1 89.2 89.5 89.5 89.0 89.0 Teacher 91.3 95.7 94.0 88.4 93.7 95.4 95.4 95.3 95.0 95.1 Parent 96.2 98.1 90.4 93.9 96.6 89.3 89.8 89.9 89.4 89.7 Student 83.4 82.1 74.4 81.7 68.0 83.0 83.4 83.3 82.5 82.3

1. Data values have been suppressed where the number of respondents/students is fewer than 6. Suppression is marked with an asterisk (*).

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Mental Health and Resiliency School Club

Bullying Awareness and Pink Shirt Day – Bulletin Board of Kindness

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Travel Experiences at the CJA

Grade Five – Camp Kiwanis Trip

Grade Six – Edmonton Legislature Trip

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Grade Seven – First Nations and Outdoor Education - Salt Spring Island Experience

Grade Eight – Washington, Human Rights and Holocaust

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Grade 9 Students Attend Model United Nations Competition in Boston, Massauchuettes Israel Experience 2019

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Grade Nine – Israel Experience – Canada Israel Experience 2018

Each year, CJA and Har Vagai School in Israel take part in the Canada Israel Experience. Students from Har Vagai came to Calgary and the grade nine students of CJA hosted an amazing eight days full of travel to Banff, Hockey Games and a variety of activities. In spring of 2019 our grade nines travelled to Israel and spent time with their billets and spent time travelling to the Dead Sea, Jerusalem and enjoyed 19 days abroad. Students connect with their pen pals and travel throughout the country.

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Achievement and Academic Excellence

 Eleven grade nine students granted 5 credits for Grade 10 Hebrew Language and Culture Credits  38% of grade six and grade nine students achieved Standard of Excellence on PATs  Grade six and grade nine English Language Arts Standard of Excellence –50%  FNMI curriculum and course work across K-9  Poetry Café presentations  French Language Arts Mini plays and presentations completed by grades four to nine  Professional learning and lunch and learn established for teaching faculty related to Curriculum Mapping,  Early Years Accreditation initiated and ongoing work is being completed  Behaviour Modification support and Digital technologies integration  Curriculum teams are working together to support ongoing levels of learning for students  Poetry Café and Spoken Word presentations across grades four to nine  FNMI presentation by Chief and First Nations Dancers  Students in Grades one through six integrated Art classes  Grades one through nine participated in Art  Grade one through six participated in Music Course

Judaic Studies results

Overall mark average in Judaic Studies are calculated based upon Hebrew, Bible and Jewish Social Studies in Junior High Target Results Target Results - Overall Average Overall Average Overall Average 2016-17 2017-18 2018-19 Grade 8 87 88 Target 88 – Actual 88 Grade 9 88 91 Target 88 – Actual 90 iTalAm program grades 1-4 iTalAm grade 1:  9% Exceeding the requirements of the grade level  85% Meeting the grade level  6%: Working individually with teacher intervention, guideline and support. iTalAm grade 2:  8% Exceeding the requirements of the grade level  82% Meeting the grade level  10%: Working individually with teacher intervention, guideline and support.

iTalAm grade 3:  10% Exceeding the requirements of the grade level  82% Meeting the grade level  8%: Working individually with teacher intervention, guideline and support.

iTalAm grade 4:  10% Exceeding the requirements of the grade level  75% Meeting the grade level  15%: Working individually with teacher intervention, guideline and support.

Grade 5:  5% Exceeding the requirements of the grade level  85% Meeting the grade level  10%: Working individually with teacher intervention, guideline and support.

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 10%: Working individually with teacher intervention, guideline and support.

Grade 7:  5% Exceeding the requirements of the grade level  90% Meeting the grade level  5%: Working individually with teacher intervention, guideline and support.

Students in grade eight will begin working with Bhishvil Halvrit the fall of 2019.

Summary: The iTaLAM program uses a "blended learning" model, which draws on the TaL AM Hebrew literacy and Jewish Heritage curriculum. iTaLAM has updated the curriculum to harness the benefits of technology and to facilitate adaptive and personalized learning. Achievement- All of the above results in greater accomplishments for the students and is ultimately intended to enable them to achieve learning objectives and master the content learned.

Inclusive Learning Environment

ELL Learners

The diversity of the ELL learners at the CJA across grade levels increases the complexity of our student population. With early intervention for our new English Language Learners, teachers are able to integrate and support students in English. CJA supported 15 ELL learners in 2018-19

 Three level 1 ELL learner  Six level 2 ELL leaners  Four level 3 ELL learners  Two level 4 Ell learners Students work in sheltered learning environment to support post ELL individual work.

Strategies for 2018-19 will continue  ELL benchmark writing sessions with humanities teachers  ELL report card for all ELL students  Increased ELL support within the classroom

CJA Gifted and Identified Needs – Special Education Supports K-9 2018-19 School year: Thirty-eight students were identified with Learner Codes According to Alberta Education Criteria

 Gifted and Talented Students – Nine students  Multiple Disabilities – Twelve students  Severe Disabilities –Eight students  Learning Disability in one or more subject – Four students  Medical Disability – Five students  Mild and moderated behavioural – six students  Speech or combined disability – four students  Continue emphasis on Early Intervention – nineteen students received Speech and OT support in N-Grade 4  Seven students identified in Nursery through JK with identified learning needs. PUF funded students three in N,JK

Strategies for 2018-19 school year  Ongoing support for our students with the addition of Educational Assistants  Professional development for teachers across all levels and the year was started with Peg Dawson workshop on Executive Functioning and ADHD  Inquiry Based Learning Programs for Nursery, JK and Kindergarten and supports for all learners  Emphasis and ongoing work with all staff on “What did you do in school today and Effective Teacher Framework”  Social skills training for students with a registered psychologist will continue throughout the 2018-19 school year  Increased Faculty and Staff Professional Training and Development – Included Attendance At: Early Years Conference, Alberta Mental Health and Wellness Conference, Behaviourist Training, Increase in teachers taking Masters course work, Mathematics Conference, LIPPS Literacy Training, IT and Ed Tech Conference, iTalam Training in New Jersey, AISCA Conference, HPEC Conference – Physical Education, Executive Functioning Training, ADHD PD Sessions, Trauma Informed Practice Training, Anxiety Workshops, Google summit, Coding

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Facility Renewal

 Window Replacement in four classrooms and two common areas.  Replacement of bathroom stalls in girls’ gymnasium bathroom  Upgrades and painting of all Early years’ classrooms  Repair and refinish stage and gymnasium floor  Installation of safety wall mats under hoops in gymnasium  Installation of five high efficiency furnaces in gymnasium  Installation of new Emergency Electrical System  Creation of a Maker Space for Division One in lower floor  Installation of new exterior lighting and replacement of old lighting systems on exterior of building  Painting of exterior walls on north and east side of the building  Ongoing additional equipment in Health and Wellness Fitness Centre  Removal of carpet and installation of new flooring in main office and Office Managers Office.  Repair and replacement of three HVAC units  Replacement of window coverings in three classrooms  New area rugs in five classrooms  Creation of a new mat room for physical activities in basement classroom

Grade Two Students take part in Project Based Learning Activities

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Grade Four Students Engage in Art Projects

Grade Three Students Engage in Painting Projects

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Outcome One: Alberta’s students are successful

Results (in percentages) Target Evaluation Targets Performance Measure 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2019 Achievement Improvement Overall 2020 2021 2022 Overall percentage of students in Grades 6 and 9 who achieved the acceptable standard on Provincial 93.8 90.3 94.3 97.3 93.0 95 Very High Maintained Excellent 100 100 100 Achievement Tests (overall cohort results). Overall percentage of students in Grades 6 and 9 who achieved the standard of excellence on Provincial 50.0 39.5 38.6 31.3 38.2 35 Very High Maintained Excellent 36 37 38 Achievement Tests (overall cohort results).

Notes: 1. Data values have been suppressed where the number of respondents/students is fewer than 6. Suppression is marked with an asterisk (*). 2. Overall evaluations can only be calculated if both improvement and achievement evaluations are available. 3. Participation in Provincial Achievement Tests was impacted by the fires in May to June 2016. Caution should be used when interpreting trends over time for the province and those school authorities affected by this event. Comment on Results  Students in grade 6 and grade 9 continue to excel on PAT Exams and demonstrate a standard of Excellence and Acceptable Standard on average significantly higher than the provincial averages.  In 2019 Spring two English Language Learners who wrote the PAT were not successful in achieving the Acceptable Standard at grade nine; however, these two students had only been in Canada for less than 3 years.  One student was exempt from writing the Math 6 PAT; however, the same student wrote three PATs and achieved the Acceptable Standard.  The Standard of Excellence Target was achieved significantly with a 3.2 difference above what was targeted.

Strategies  Teachers will continue to analyze and evaluate PAT success utilizing provincial blue prints  Teachers will work with students to master curricular content and increase enrichment activities  Teachers will work with their colleagues and review materials to insure quality assessment and formative feedback is provided to enhance student success  ELL Students will get the needed support to be successful in their courses

Notes: 4. Data values have been suppressed where the number of respondents/students is fewer than 6. Suppression is marked with an asterisk (*). 5. Overall evaluations can only be calculated if both improvement and achievement evaluations are available. 6. Aggregated PAT results are based upon a weighted average of percent meeting standards (Acceptable, Excellence). The weights are the number of students enrolled in each course. Science (Grades 6, 9, 9 KAE); and Social Studies (Grades 6, 9, 9 KAE). 7. Participation in Provincial Achievement Tests was impacted by the fires in May to June 2016 and May to June 2019. Caution should be used when interpreting trends over time for the province and those school authorities affected by these events.

Outcome One: Alberta’s students are successful (continued)

Results (in percentages) Target Evaluation Targets Performance Measure 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2019 Achievement Improvement Overall 2020 2021 2022 Percentage of teachers, parents and students who are satisfied that 81.7 86.8 79.6 82.7 85.4 Very High Maintained Excellent students model the characteristics of 85 86 87 88 active citizenship.

Comment on Results Comment on Results

Throughout the 2018-19 School year, The Calgary Jewish Academy focused on creating an inclusive culture of caring, character development and citizenship. Students focused on developing characteristics of a Mensch and the connection to their heritage. This school wide continues and is emphasized with positive behavior modeling and action activities. There has been continued exposure to programs, Dare to Care, Positive Playground Leaders, Student Ambassadors and internet safety programming. We moved up in the category by 3 percent and the ongoing work teachers do to support this goal has had an impact.

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Active citizenship activities Positive Playgrounds, Judaic celebrations and focus on Healing the World, acts of kindness and sharing in giving back and supporting the community through giving campaigns and volunteering school wide Pink Shirt Day, Positive Comment Day, Junior High Sleepover, Purim Carnival run by grade six students have also contributed to our success. Our students also engage in trips to Washington to study Human Rights and grade 9 students travel to Israel and provide support for IDF, JNF and Miriam’s Well Food Bank.

Strategies  Students involved in school wide buddy program to support cross grade caring program.  Students in grades one to nine involved in Pink Shirt Day activities and Character building day.  Active citizenship includes global awareness. We teach about the Holocaust in the context of democracy and human rights. This is encouraged through international travel to Washington D.C, and Israel  We emphasise community service programs such as support for the Calgary Food Bank, participation in the annual Terry Fox Run, visits to seniors’ facilities, and fundraising for not-for-profits in Israel such as the Magen David Adom (Israeli Red Cross) and organizations concerned with environmental conservation  The school’s high expectations for student achievement and responsibility prepare them to be successful at work  Through options such as Life Skills, Leadership and Volunteerism, Environment and Judaic Studies, and Creative Inventions, junior high students engage individually and in groups with “real life” activities  All students take part in Shabbat each Friday and study the Torah and T’Filah as a part of their Judaic Studies curriculum  Continued work with all grades related to Social Justice and Diversity through presentations and celebrations where parents are invited.

Notes: 1. Data values have been suppressed where the number of respondents/students is fewer than 6. Suppression is marked with an asterisk (*).

Notes: 2. Data values have been suppressed where the number of respondents/students is fewer than 6. Suppression is marked with an asterisk (*).

Citizenship – Measure Details (OPTIONAL)

Percentage of teachers, parents and students who are satisfied that students model the characteristics of active citizenship. Authority Province 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 Overall 81.7 86.8 79.6 82.7 85.4 83.5 83.9 83.7 83.0 82.9 Teacher 86.5 95.7 88.0 90.8 93.8 94.2 94.5 94.0 93.4 93.2 Parent 86.7 92.4 88.8 88.9 97.3 82.1 82.9 82.7 81.7 81.9 Student 72.0 72.4 62.0 68.3 65.2 74.2 74.5 74.4 73.9 73.5

Graph of Overall Authority Results (optional) Graph of Detailed Authority Results (optional)

Notes: 1. Data values have been suppressed where the number of respondents/students is fewer than 6. Suppression is marked with an asterisk (*). 2. Student participation in the survey was impacted between 2014 and 2017 due to the number of students responding through the OurSCHOOL/TTFM (Tell Them From Me) survey tool.

Work Preparation – Measure Details

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Percentage of teachers and parents who agree that students are taught attitudes and behaviours that will make them successful at work when they finish school. Authority Province 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 Overall 75.5 95.2 81.0 86.1 93.3 82.0 82.6 82.7 82.4 83.0 Teacher 81.0 100.0 90.0 88.9 93.8 89.7 90.5 90.4 90.3 90.8 Parent 70.0 90.5 72.0 83.3 92.9 74.2 74.8 75.1 74.6 75.2

Graph of Overall Authority Results (optional) Graph of Detailed Authority Results (optional)

Notes: 1. Data values have been suppressed where the number of respondents/students is fewer than 6. Suppression is marked with an asterisk (*).

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Outcome One: Alberta’s students are successful Provincial Achievement Test Results – Measure Details (OPTIONAL)

Results (in percentages) 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 A E A E A E A E A E Authority 90.0 50.0 85.0 30.0 100.0 57.1 100.0 50.0 100.0 38.5 English Language Arts 6 Province 82.8 19.5 82.9 20.4 82.5 18.9 83.5 17.9 83.2 17.8 Province 89.0 15.0 91.4 17.2 92.1 21.6 93.3 23.1 90.3 24.6 Authority 90.0 30.0 95.0 35.0 92.9 21.4 100.0 7.1 96.2 19.2 Mathematics 6 Province 73.2 14.1 72.2 14.0 69.4 12.6 72.9 14.0 72.5 15.0 Authority 90.0 40.0 90.0 30.0 100.0 35.7 100.0 42.9 96.2 38.5 Science 6 Province 76.3 25.3 78.0 27.1 76.9 29.0 78.8 30.5 77.6 28.6 Authority 90.0 45.0 90.0 30.0 100.0 64.3 100.0 64.3 88.5 53.8 Social Studies 6 Province 69.8 18.1 71.4 22.0 72.9 21.7 75.1 23.2 76.2 24.4 Authority 100.0 50.0 90.9 54.5 87.5 37.5 100.0 21.4 92.3 53.8 English Language Arts 9 Province 75.6 14.4 77.0 15.2 76.8 14.9 76.1 14.7 75.1 14.7 Authority 100.0 75.0 81.8 54.5 87.5 37.5 92.9 14.3 85.7 35.7 Mathematics 9 Province 65.3 17.9 67.8 17.5 67.2 19.0 59.2 15.0 60.0 19.0 Authority 100.0 75.0 100.0 54.5 87.5 12.5 92.9 21.4 84.6 30.8 Science 9 Province 74.1 22.8 74.2 22.4 74.0 21.4 75.7 24.4 75.2 26.4 Authority 100.0 58.3 90.9 54.5 87.5 25.0 92.9 28.6 92.3 38.5 Social Studies 9 Province 65.1 19.8 64.7 18.0 67.0 20.2 66.7 21.5 68.7 20.6 Notes: 1. Data values have been suppressed where the number of respondents/students is fewer than 6. Suppression is marked with an asterisk (*). 2. “A” = Acceptable; “E” = Excellence — the percentages achieving the acceptable standard include the percentages achieving the standard of excellence. 3. Participation in Provincial Achievement Tests was impacted by the fires in May to June 2016 and May to June 2019. Caution should be used when interpreting trends over time for the province and those school authorities affected by these events. 4. Part A, which requires students to complete number-operation questions without using calculators, was added to Mathematics 6 in 2016/17 and Mathematics 9 in 2017/18, respectively.

Graph of Overall Provincial Achievement Test Results (optional)

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PAT Results Course By Course Summary By Enrolled With Measure Evaluation (optional)

The Calgary Jewish Academy Alberta

Achievement Improvement Overall 2019 Prev 3 Year Average 2019 Prev 3 Year Average

Course Measure N % N % N % N % Acceptable Standard Very High Improved Excellent 26 100.0 16 95.0 54,820 83.2 49,573 82.9 English Language Arts 6 Standard of Excellence Very High Maintained Excellent 26 38.5 16 45.7 54,820 17.8 49,573 19.1 Acceptable Standard Very High Maintained Excellent 26 96.2 16 96.0 54,778 72.5 49,502 71.5 Mathematics 6 Standard of Excellence High Maintained Good 26 19.2 16 21.2 54,778 15.0 49,502 13.5 Acceptable Standard Very High Maintained Excellent 26 96.2 16 96.7 54,879 77.6 49,520 77.9 Science 6 Standard of Excellence Very High Maintained Excellent 26 38.5 16 36.2 54,879 28.6 49,520 28.9 Acceptable Standard Very High Maintained Excellent 26 88.5 16 96.7 54,802 76.2 49,511 73.1 Social Studies 6 Standard of Excellence Very High Maintained Excellent 26 53.8 16 52.9 54,802 24.4 49,511 22.3 Acceptable Standard Very High Maintained Excellent 13 92.3 11 92.8 47,465 75.1 45,363 76.6 English Language Arts 9 Standard of Excellence Very High Maintained Excellent 13 53.8 11 37.8 47,465 14.7 45,363 14.9 Acceptable Standard Very High Maintained Excellent 14 85.7 11 87.4 46,764 60.0 44,959 64.7 Mathematics 9 Standard of Excellence Very High Maintained Excellent 14 35.7 11 35.4 46,764 19.0 44,959 17.1 Acceptable Standard Very High Maintained Excellent 13 84.6 11 93.5 47,489 75.2 45,363 74.6 Science 9 Standard of Excellence Very High Maintained Excellent 13 30.8 11 29.5 47,489 26.4 45,363 22.7 Acceptable Standard Very High Maintained Excellent 13 92.3 11 90.4 47,496 68.7 45,366 66.1 Social Studies 9 Standard of Excellence Very High Maintained Excellent 13 38.5 11 36.0 47,496 20.6 45,366 19.9 Notes: 1. Data values have been suppressed where the number of respondents/students is fewer than 6. Suppression is marked with an asterisk (*). 2. Achievement Evaluation is not calculated for courses that do not have sufficient data available, either due to too few jurisdictions offering the course or because of changes in tests. 3. Participation in Provincial Achievement Tests was impacted by the fires in May to June 2016 and May to June 2019. Caution should be used when interpreting trends over time for the province and those school authorities affected by these events.

Comment on Results:  At grade 6 – Standard of Excellence is significantly higher than the provincial standard, except in Mathematics  Grade 6 Social Studies – Standard of Excellence is 25% higher than the Province  Grade 9 Mathematics has improved and is now 15% higher than the provincial standard of excellence  Teachers will be spending considerable time reviewing PAT item analysis and the results for both grade 6 and grade 9 PAT’s  Language Arts 9 Standard of Excellence is 39 percent higher than the Province Standard of Excellence.

Outcome : Alberta Students are successful (continued)

Notes: 1. Data values have been suppressed where the number of respondents/students is fewer than 6. Suppression is marked with an asterisk (*). Lifelong Learning – Measure Details (OPTIONAL)

Percentage of teacher and parent satisfaction that students demonstrate the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for lifelong learning. Authority Province 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 Overall 67.8 75.4 60.0 64.8 56.7 70.0 70.7 71.0 70.9 71.4 Teacher 73.8 77.8 60.0 70.6 54.8 76.0 77.3 77.3 77.8 78.8 Parent 61.8 73.0 60.0 59.0 58.5 64.0 64.2 64.8 64.0 64.0

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Graph of Overall Authority Results (optional) Graph of Detailed Authority Results (optional)

Notes: 1. Data values have been suppressed where the number of respondents/students is fewer than 6. Suppression is marked with an asterisk (*).

Outcome Three: Alberta has excellent teachers, school leaders, and school authority leaders

Results (in percentages) Target Evaluation Targets Performance Measure 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2019 Achievement Improvement Overall 2020 2021 2022 Percentage of teachers, parents and students satisfied with the opportunity for students to receive a broad 67.9 71.6 71.2 71.8 71.5 Low Maintained Issue program of studies including fine arts, 73 72 72.5 73 career, technology, and health and physical education.

Comment on Results There was no change in this area in the past year. Students in grades 1-9 have been provided with an Art specialist, Music program and opportunities to learn utilizing Ipads and computers. Students participate in daily Physical Education. There are several opportunities to participate in Jewish Art, celebrations that include Yiddish Dance and incorporation of dance in the Judaic Studies. Students at each grade level are also responsible for presenting and singing as a part of Jewish holidays and celebrations and students are provided with multiple opportunities to engage in clubs and fine arts activities. The Health Curriculum was introduced and presented by the school Nurse and our GAIN Coordinator to students in grades six through nine. We have added STEM learning and coding to our Science and Math programs.

Strategies  Health Program and Curriculum will continue in grades four through nine.  Grade four to nine students are able to participate in the school Musical production  Grade 6 Options added to Junior High  45 students are able to participate in grade 4-9 Musical Production, with an increase in teacher involvement and support  Career Inventories and Learning Styles Inventories conducted to support student learning profiles for students in grades 7-9  Review of Physical Education curriculum and transition to Physical Literacy with an emphasis on skill and movement centre learning  Introduction of Grade 4/5/6 Intramurals at lunch time  Basketball Skills Clinics offered after school  Karate program has started with the option of registering with out of school Sinsei  Increase opportunities for positive playground play inside and outside of the school.  Access to new playground for Kindergarten  Introduction of new clubs and programs at lunch time. Stem Club, Chess club, Comic Club

at Notes: 1. Data values have been suppressed where the number of respondents/students is fewer than 6. Suppression is marked with an asterisk (*).

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Outcome Four: Alberta’s K-12 education system is well governed and managed

Results (in percentages) Target Evaluation Targets Performance Measure 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2019 Achievement Improvement Overall 2020 2021 2022 Percentage of teacher, parent and student agreement that: students are safe at school, are learning the 90.3 92.0 86.3 88.0 86.1 86 High Maintained Good importance of caring for others, are 88 88 88.5 learning respect for others and are treated fairly in school. Percentage of teachers, parents and students satisfied with the overall 87.2 92.6 89.4 90.7 87.6 90 High Maintained Good 88 88.5 88.8 quality of basic education. Percentage of teachers and parents who agree that students are taught attitudes and behaviours that will 75.5 95.2 81.0 86.1 93.3 90 Very High Maintained Excellent 93 93.2 93.4 make them successful at work when they finish school. Percentage of teacher and parent satisfaction that students demonstrate the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for lifelong 67.8 75.4 60.0 64.8 56.7 65 n/a n/a n/a learning.(This measure is required for charter and private school authorities that do not have grades 10-12.) Percentage of teachers and parents satisfied with parental involvement in 73.8 85.2 87.3 85.8 92.2 Very High Maintained Excellent decisions about their child's 87 88 90 90.5 education. Percentage of teachers, parents and students indicating that their school and schools in their jurisdiction have 71.9 81.8 83.5 82.6 81.2 82 Very High Maintained Excellent 83 84 84.5 improved or stayed the same the last three years.

Comment on Results Leadership and organization of the CJA, from the Board, School Administration, Coordinators and teachers, all has an impact on student success. A parent survey was conducted by the CJA in 2017-18 school year to gather input for programming and school related issues. The parent survey provided feedback on programs, supports required and the reasons why CJA is their school of choice.

The school leadership and success are connected to the support we receive from parents and community. Together we are achieving school success. We have a very active Parent Council and Board who work hard to support all aspects of the CJA.

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School Improvement – Measure Details

Percentage of teachers, parents and students indicating that their school and schools in their jurisdiction have improved or stayed the same the last three years. Authority Province 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 Overall 71.9 81.8 83.5 82.6 81.2 79.6 81.2 81.4 80.3 81.0 Teacher 81.0 92.3 90.0 77.8 75.0 79.8 82.3 82.2 81.5 83.4 Parent 71.4 85.7 92.6 91.7 96.7 78.5 79.7 80.8 79.3 80.3 Student 63.4 67.4 68.0 78.4 71.9 80.7 81.5 81.1 80.2 79.4

Graph of Overall Authority Results (optional) Graph of Detailed Authority Results (optional)

Notes: 1. Data values have been suppressed where the number of respondents/students is fewer than 6. Suppression is marked with an asterisk (*). 2. Student participation in the survey was impacted between 2014 and 2017 due to the number of students responding through the OurSCHOOL/TTFM (Tell Them From Me) survey tool.

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Summary of Financial Results

Summary of Financial Results 2018 -2019 School Year Program expenditure information:

Total ECS to grade 9 expenditures 4,110,111.

These expenditures were allocated as follows: Instruction 65.06% Administration 21.44% Operations 11.02% Other 2.48% (2018 – 2019 unaudited Financial Statement)

2018-19 School Year

11.02 2.48

Instruction 21.44 Administration 65.06 Operations Other

The annual Operating Surplus for the 2018- 2019 school year unaudited: $175,062

Received from Alberta Education for Kindergarten half day program. $307,275.

Request for additional financial information can be made through our school accountant.

Budget Summary 2018-- 2019

Revenue Summary Amount Percentage Alberta Government Kinder 307,275. 7.17% Federal Grants Other Alta School Authorities 1,574,563. 36.74% Other Revenue Tuition 1,818,161. 42.43% Fundraising/Gifts 489,524. 11.42% Sundry 95,650. 2.24% Total Revenues 4,285,173. 100%

Expenditure Summary Instruction 2,674,038. 65.06% Administration 881,208. 21.44% Operations & Maintenance 452,934. 11.02% Other 101,931. 2.48% Total Expenditures 4,110,111. 100%

The complete budget for the 2018 – 2019 school year may be accessed through Donna Pepin, school accountant and is available at the Annual General Meeting. Page 43

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Capital and Facilities Upgrades

The Calgary Jewish Academy has continued to upgrade its facility throughout the 2018-19school year. Significant budget dollars, from donors and school operational funds and rental revenues, have supported internal and external upgrades. Ongoing improvements will continue in 2019-20 school year.

The revitalization projects include the following:  Window Replacement in four classrooms and two common areas.  Replacement of bathroom stalls in girls’ gymnasium bathroom  Upgrades and painting of all Early years’ classrooms  Repair and refinish stage and gymnasium floor  Installation of safety wall mats under hoops in gymnasium  Installation of five high efficiency furnaces in gymnasium  Installation of new Emergency Electrical System  Creation of a Maker Space for Division One in lower floor  Installation of new exterior lighting and replacement of old lighting systems on exterior of building  Painting of exterior walls on east side of the building  Ongoing additional equipment in Health and Wellness Fitness Centre  Removal of carpet and installation of new flooring in main office and Office Managers Office.  Repair and replacement of three HVAC units  Replacement of window coverings in three classrooms  New area rugs in five classrooms  Creation of a new mat room for physical activities in basement classroom

Upgrade of Gymnasium Floors, Stage Area Furnaces

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Replacement of five Gymnasium High Efficiency Furnaces

Upgrade and Replacement of Fire and Emergency System throughout the building

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Replacement of Flooring in Main Office Areas

Timelines and Communication

This report will be available to CJA guardians and parents as well as the greater community on January 8, 2020

Whistleblower Protection

Section 32 of the Public Interest Disclosure Act 92013) requires that school authorities include their annual report of disclosures in their combine Three Year Education Plan and Annual Education Results Report. The Principal was the whistle-blower of the 2018-19 school year. The Calgary Jewish Academy did not have any whistleblower disclosures in the 2018-19 school year.

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