iGen Intergenerational Classroom

iGen

Intergenerational Classroom

DATE FORMED/CREATED:

2015

PARTNERSHIP GOAL:

Based out of École College Park School, the iGen program creates opportunities for Grade 6 students to interact with and learn from Elders at Sherbrooke Community Centre.

INITIATIVES AND POTENTIAL IMPACT:

iGen is a full-year program that accepts students from across the school division. The iGen classroom meets each morning at Sherbrooke then attends École College Park School after lunch. Students become independent learners in real life authentic ways in diverse settings. The program provides students with hands-on learning experiences beyond the walls of traditional classrooms. Students have a positive impact on the quality of life of the residents of Sherbrooke.

MEETING FREQUENCY AND RENEWAL/END DATE:

The school division and management at Sherbrooke review programming annually and plan for the next year.

ADMINISTRATIVE COUNCIL PORTFOLIO:

Mitch Kachur, Superintendent of Education