into their curriculum. He emphasizes the focused and dedicated work of the Board’s program teams whose tireless implementation brings new ideas to reality. The Algoma District School Board proudly celebrates that they have a pathway for every student. Santa Maria shares one recent example, noting “We’ve established a trades trailer concept,” detailing an innovative program that introduces the functions of trades to students in elementary grades. This initiative has already visited around 20 schools and aims to spark interest in young learners, setting a foundation for their future educational and career paths. Santa Maria’s sentiments show how recent global changes, notably the COVID-19 pandemic, have influenced the district’s focus. He confirms that there has indeed been a heightened emphasis on adapting to the rapidly shifting economic landscape by preparing students for the demands of the future workforce. He further highlights a flagship project at White Pines (CVS) Secondary School, where they 238 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 5, ISSUE 03
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