Presentations School District No. 67 (Okanagan Skaha) PRESENTATIONS AT THE BOARD MEETING January 9, 2012 Early Learning Initiatives Kirsten Odian, Early Learning Helping Teacher, provided an overview of the professional development activities offered to support the transition from half day to full day Kindergarten. Ms. Odian noted there are 21 full day Kindergarten classes in our district and two K-1 combined classes. A demonstration of the website she developed, titled “Kindergarten Land”, designed as a communal place where Kindergarten teachers can meet and share information, was provided. The Kindergarten teachers have met once and plan to meet two to three times additional times during this school year. Following the number of questions, appreciation was extended to Ms. Odian for her presentation and assistance as a helping teacher. KKirsten Odian - Learning Helping Teacher