This week marks the beginning of FLEX Time at Pitt Meadows Secondary. FLEX will take place each day from 9:45 a.m. to 10:26 a.m.
An important reminder for students and families is that FLEX is instructional time, not free time. Students are expected to remain on campus and use this time purposefully by working with one of their eight teachers. FLEX might include completing assignments, receiving additional support, working collaboratively, accessing enrichment opportunities, or getting ahead on upcoming work.
FLEX also provides students with an important opportunity to develop greater independence and responsibility for their learning. Students will need to think ahead, identify their priorities, schedule their time, and make decisions about where their time is best spent. These are skills that will serve them well beyond high school, whether they move on to post-secondary education, employment, or other opportunities.
Students are encouraged to plan ahead and sign up in advance if they would like to attend a specific teacher’s FLEX space. This can be done from home, allowing students to think about their learning needs and make a plan before arriving at school.
Students can access the FLEX sign-up by copying and pasting the following link into their browser: tinyurl.com/pmssflex
Students will access the sign-up form using their school account: studentnumber@mrpm.sd42.ca.
We also encourage families to have conversations with their student(s) about FLEX planning. Asking questions such as what they are working on, where they plan to go for FLEX, or which teacher they may need support from can help students develop the habits of planning, prioritizing, and taking ownership of their learning.
Students are expected to remain in their selected learning space for the full FLEX block. The PMSS personal digital device expectations also remain in effect during FLEX, just as they do during other instructional time.
As students become familiar with FLEX, our staff will continue to support them in learning how to make thoughtful and productive choices with this time. We are excited about the opportunities FLEX will provide for students to access support, pursue their learning, and develop greater ownership over their school experience.
Thank you for your support as we begin FLEX at PMSS.