Attendance and Engagement in Learning

Consistent participation in learning is an important part of student success. Being present and engaged provides students with ongoing opportunities to build understanding, receive feedback, demonstrate growth, and work toward mastery of course and program outcomes. This is particularly important in practical and experiential courses, where learning often happens through hands-on experiences, collaboration, and opportunities that may be difficult to replicate outside of class.

Regular and punctual attendance is therefore an important part of maintaining continuity in learning. When patterns of absence or lateness begin to impact a student’s access to learning, progress, or ability to demonstrate course outcomes, the school will work collaboratively with the student to better understand the circumstances and identify appropriate supports and next steps.

Where attendance continues to significantly limit a student’s ability to engage in the learning experiences required within a course or program, a review will take place with the student, teacher, and appropriate school supports. The purpose of this review is to develop a plan that supports the student’s continued progress. In circumstances where the required learning experiences or outcomes can no longer reasonably be achieved, alternative pathways or programming may be considered.

Communicating Absences

Students, or parents/guardians of students under 18, are expected to contact the LRATC Administration Office by phone before the start of class when the student will be absent. Timely communication helps teachers understand barriers to attendance and supports collaborative planning for continued learning.

Students are also expected to arrive on time so they can participate fully in learning. When a pattern of lateness develops, staff will connect with the student to identify barriers, clarify expectations, and determine what supports may be needed.

Supporting Continued Learning

The program teacher plays a key role in monitoring attendance, engagement, and progress in learning. When class time is missed, the focus will be on determining what essential learning experiences or outcomes have been affected rather than simply accounting for missed time.

Where appropriate and possible, students will work with their program teacher(s) to develop a plan for accessing missed learning, completing essential practical experiences, and demonstrating the required learning outcomes. The nature of some practical or experiential learning may mean that certain experiences cannot be replicated or completed outside of scheduled program time.

When a student is supported or sponsored by an outside agency, attendance information will be communicated with that agency in accordance with established agreements and requirements.

Assessment, Learning and Progress

Assessment is an ongoing part of the learning process and is designed to support student growth and continued progress toward mastery. Throughout each course or program, students will have multiple opportunities to develop and demonstrate their skills, understanding, application of learning, and professional practices.

Teachers gather evidence of learning over time through a variety of experiences, including practical and hands-on learning, observations, conversations, demonstrations, projects, and other relevant learning experiences. Where applicable, internship or work experience feedback may also contribute valuable evidence of a student’s learning and development.

Feedback is provided throughout the learning process so students understand where they are in their learning, recognize areas of strength, and identify meaningful next steps for growth.

There are formal reporting periods each semester:

Semester 1 - November and February

Semester 2 - April and June

Formal reports provide a snapshot of a student’s learning and progress at that point in time. They are one part of an ongoing process of communication among students, teachers, and families.

Students are encouraged to take an active role in understanding and communicating their progress. Parents and guardians of secondary students are also encouraged to connect with program teachers at any time to discuss learning, progress, strengths, and areas for continued growth.

Progress review conferences will be available following each mid-term reporting period. These conversations provide an opportunity for students, families, and teachers to reflect on learning, celebrate growth, identify next steps, and collaboratively support continued progress. Students and families will be provided with information regarding conference dates and times.

Industry Internships

Students registered in a certificate program must complete the required internship for program completion. Times and duration of the internships are determined by the program. Students in a workplace are covered by Workers Compensation.

LRATC Certificates

Students who have met all the necessary program requirements will receive an LRATC program certificate. Some programs require an overall average of 60% or 70% and completion of required hours before external certifications can be issued. Please see individual program information for requirements.

High School Diplomas

Students who successfully complete the provincial requirements will be issued a Manitoba Education High School, Technology Education or Mature Student High School Diploma.

Additional Program Information and Articulation Agreements

Apprenticeship Training: Some programs are accredited for Level I Apprenticeship Certification.

Transfer of Credits: LRATC has an agreement with the University of Winnipeg for students enrolled in the Applied Business program.  Students can take two accelerated credits for credit towards high school and up to six credit hours in the Business Program at the University of Winnipeg.

Industry Certification: Some programs provide the
opportunity to write external exams for recognized industry certification.

Foods Containing Nuts/Peanuts

LRATC is not able to guarantee a peanut/nut free environment due to the nature of the Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Arts programs. Peanuts and nuts can be found on our premises and may be used in cooking and baking. Students are encouraged to exercise caution when purchasing food in our cafeteria. LRATC Culinary and Baking staff are available to answer questions about ingredients in products made on site.

Authorization for Photo Publication

LRATC is actively involved in marketing ventures that include advertising, newspaper articles, competitions and video presentations that may involve student and staff photos published in print, on video or on the Internet. A form that students (and parents/guardians if under 18) complete in order to give or withhold permission to publish photos will be distributed to students on the first day of classes.

Consent to Disclose Student Information

Students 18 years of age and older must provide written permission if they wish LRATC staff to share information with their parents or guardians. Louis Riel School Division high school students may have completed this form at their high school, in which case it is not necessary to complete it again. Forms will be available on the first day from teachers and then throughout the year from the office.

Dress Code

Students are expected to dress in a manner appropriate to a professional environment. This means that clothing should be neat, clean, and free from inappropriate slogans. Students are encouraged to keep outerwear in their assigned lockers. Many programs have uniform and/or footwear requirements for health and safety reasons, see individual program pages for more information. 

Emergency Preparedness Plan

The plan includes emergency control procedure drills twice per year. Various situations compel response plans to clear school hallways, and we want students, staff and visitors to be prepared. Not all situations are high-risk; some merely demand added caution.

At LRATC, we practice emergency control procedures to establish that:

• procedures and staff authority are clear to all
• students understand that these procedures can apply to a range of situations; not all high-risk.

It is important that all visitors follow the emergency control procedure directions of staff without question.

It should be noted that to ensure the safety of our students we will on occasion practice safety drills that include fire drills, lockdown drills, and hold and secure drills.

Graduation

Students will receive information early in the Spring regarding LRATC's certificate and graduation ceremony. Dates and information regarding grad photos and grad rings will be announced.

Illness

Students who become ill during school hours are asked to proceed to the main office to sign out. For students under the age of 18, parents will be contacted before the student is allowed to leave the building.

Internet & Systems Student User Agreement

All students (and parents/guardians if under 18) within the Louis Riel School Division must complete an agreement for the Use of Technology and the Internet.

Safety Equipment, Procedures and Uniforms

Students are expected to comply with program requirements that require the wearing of uniforms or coveralls and/or safety equipment such as safety glasses and boots. Students are responsible for keeping uniforms/coveralls clean and tidy and safety gear in good condition. Proper safety procedures must be followed in all programs. Violation of these expectations may result in suspension.

Smoking

Divisional policy prohibits the use of tobacco in schools and on school property. E cigarettes are also prohibited on school property.

Start Times

School begins at 8:30 AM with opening exercises, although some programs start at a later time. If you are in the hallways, please remove any hats/caps and stand quietly.  School ends at 3:30, although some programs may end earlier.

Student ID Cards & Photos

Photo Day is in early March. All students must have a photo taken at LRATC for their student ID card. ID cards will be required by Winnipeg Transit for reduced fares. High school students will need their home school ID card with the "GoCard" logo to be eligible for the reduced fare/no fare program. Post-Secondary/ISP students wanting the post-secondary reduced fare go card will require an LRATC ID card with current year sticker applied. Photo packages can also be purchased at a reasonable cost through the photographer if interested.

Visitors

All visitors must report to the office to sign in and obtain a visitor's badge. Students are asked not to invite friends to meet at LRATC.

Information Evenings

LRATC schedules two information evenings in February.  Please check the web site for notification of these events.