Student engagement surveys provide an opportunity for learners to express their perspectives on their learning experience. Learner responses contribute to educators’ analysis of effective practices.  

Educators will select a learner group in which to conduct an engagement survey in the fall of each school year. Educators will develop surveys in their PLCs to ensure that the surveys are age-appropriate and are applicable for the learning content. Surveys provide an opportunity for learners to provide feedback about their engagement. The Student Engagement component of TD&E involves surveys, PLC discussions around results, and reflections completed by the educator. Reflections are shared with the school/department administrative team for ongoing communication and review. Engagement is also evaluated during the performance review conducted by administration through the Standards of Effective Teaching (SET) or applicable evaluation tool.

The five areas measured by the Student Engagement Survey are Active, Safe, Respected, Challenged, and Supported. 

Each school year, the educator will complete two Student Engagement reflections on the timeframe determined by the administrative team at the school. They will be submitted to the school administration team (principal, assistant principals, administrative interns, or supervisor) for review.