The calendar year is coming to a close for School District 57, and discussions are already being held for the year to come.
As for this year, Superintendent Jameel Aziz said there’s a whole lot of new structures in places, and feels it’s on the path of making progress he hoped to have when joining.
Aziz talked about the feeding futures program being one of the highlights this year.
“We’ve served over 1 million breakfast and lunches across the district this last year, and I had no idea it was actually that number.”
“There are so many new initiatives and things in place that I think are just really helping to support our students and families, and making school a better experience.”
Aziz noted the program comes from provincial and federal funding, making it important to use those dollars efficiently, such as improving equipment that was done earlier this year.
SD57 also made improvements in other areas such as adding three language teachers for Indigenous learning, a Safe Arrival System for students, among others.
Looking ahead to 2026, the School District will be upgrading the technology and software system at some schools to make sure any hiccups are sorted before going district-wide.
Aziz is optimistic about the next calendar year, and will be doubling down on highlighting student voices, and work with post secondary partners to give those students the best opportunities.
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