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District plans executive-function professional development to support neurodiverse learners
Summary
Winfield SD 34 outlined a phased, sustainable professional learning plan for 2026–27 focused on executive function skills to help both general education and neurodivergent students, emphasizing classroom-led strategies and family engagement.
The board heard a presentation on a planned executive function professional development sequence for 2026–27 aimed at supporting students' organization, processing and work-structure skills.
The approach is described as phased and sustainable, building on prior math-instruction work and involving external experts for initial learning cycles. Minutes quote the intent to create "practical, individualized support rather than a one-size-fits-all system," with teachers expected to lead classroom implementation and to reflect on results over time. Family engagement is planned to be incorporated gradually.
No contract or dollar amount was recorded in the minutes for the external experts; the plan was presented for information with the expectation of future implementation steps and staff-led rollout.
