The student support team collaborates with other services (Student Services, DEIB, IT, teachers, and administrators) to ensure that the needs of every student are met.
Every Month, with Itrack Coordinator, Rachel DOMENIC
A casual conversation with Rachel offers a unique opportunity to gain deeper insights into the IB approach and the transformative impact it has on our International Track students. It also provides the chance to connect with current parents and tour the campus to experience the program in action.
This final presentation of the year will focus on navigating the critical transitions from middle to high school and from adolescence to adulthood. We will explore how parents can support their children in taking care of themselves by fostering autonomy and agency through a strengths-based approach and “appreciative inquiry.”
Curious about how artificial intelligence impacts your family life? Join us for a virtual event where we'll dive into the cool and creepy sides of AI. Learn how to stay in control of your tech and keep your kids safe online. Get tips, tricks, and advice on navigating the digital world with confidence. Don't miss out on this informative and interactive session!
French American Cultural Days, a one-of-a-kind celebration of Francophonie and the arts, blending creativity, culture, and innovation. This all-day event promises an unforgettable experience for art lovers, families, and Francophiles of all ages.
In this presentation for high school parents, we’ll explore what well-being means for our high school students and how it looks in their daily lives. We'll discuss the importance of fostering habits that intentionally support physical, mental, emotional, and social health, along with practical ways to guide them on this journey.
Provides one-on-one support for the students in managing the various aspects of life and stressors as a teenager and as a student at the LFSF, including crisis intervention.
Participates in health education by organizing workshops for students, educational teams, and parents and developing a health education curriculum (including sex and drug education).
Participates in the promotion of mental health, well-being, and prevention of psychological risks (stress, discouragement, academic demotivation, exhaustion, loss of meaning, risky behaviors) and psychopathological risks (anxiety, depression, drug use, eating disorders) among students, for example through the development and implementation of a curriculum in socio-emotional strategies (Socio-Emotional Learning or SEL) and other events on the campus that influence protective factors for the students (Wellness Wednesdays, stress-less events, mental health awareness campaigns).
To set a positive tone for the year, our wellness coordinator Anne BARGIACCHI prepared 5 Wellness Tips for students. We're releasing the first one of the series today!
Wellness Tip #1 : Take the time to “check in” with yourself during your day at school
For new families whose child already has identified difficulties within the framework of a PAP or other special plan (PPS, American IEP, etc.), a conversation with the admissions team will help prepare the on-boarding and identify whether the school will be able to meet the applicant's needs.
Many students with special needs can be schooled in a regular school setting and in a bilingual school such as ours, with accommodations in terms of time, specific equipment or personalized aids .
Schooling in an ordinary environment is always preferred whenever possible and beneficial for the child. However, in certain cases, if our school cannot meet the specific needs of a student, our team will then help guide the family in their search for a local, public or private specialized structure.
The first point of contact for families should always be the child's teacher.
The teacher will call the Student Support team after discussing the concerns with the family. An action plan will then be put in place in consultation with all involved. In most cases, a set of actions will be provided to solve temporary difficulties.
In case of persistent difficulties, despite the interventions already in place, other actions can be implemented by organizing an Educational Team or proposing specialized assessments to better understand the student's learning profile.
If a learning disability is identified and diagnosed (highlighted by a recent assessment clearly indicating one or more deficits), and if the family so wishes, PAP will be set up and revised each year according to the evolution of the student's needs.