development opportunities. “We’re connecting the dots of a project-based approach to learning across all grade levels,” Michalik explains.“There’s a play-based approach to learning in the early years that has a deep, strong connection to STEM/STEAM concepts.As students progress, this evolves into arts education and practical applied arts becoming increasingly specialized learning opportunities.” The division’s strategy intentionally builds bridges between elementary experiences and secondary options. This educational continuum culminates at the Louis Riel Arts and Technology Centre, which serves senior years and adult students with technical and vocational education. “We want to enhance what the Arts and Technology Centre offers to the community and how it connects to work that starts as early as kindergarten,” says Michalik. “This also connects to our apprenticeship RDC serves schools in the south of the division, and we’re going to replicate but also adapt a version to serve schools in the northern part of our division— Marion School, Archwood School, and Nelson McIntyre Collegiate.” This community hub approach aligns with Strategic Priority 1 (Belonging) in the division’s Multi-Year Strategic Plan, which emphasizes inclusion and well-being for all students, staff, and families. The focus on community connections highlights LRSD’s understanding that educational success depends on strong partnerships beyond classroom walls. STEM/STEAM AND CAREER PATHWAYS Louis Riel School Division has developed a comprehensive approach to STEM/STEAM education that creates seamless pathways from early childhood exploration to career-ready skills. This approach, outlined in Strategic Action 3.6 of their Multi-Year Strategic Plan, connects play-based learning in early years to specialized technical education and career 5 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 04 LOUIS RIEL SCHOOL DIVISION
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