The Government of Yukon, through the Department of Education, has submitted its progress report to the Standing Committee on Public Accounts of the Yukon Legislative Assembly, highlighting ongoing work to transform and strengthen the territory’s school system.
This report summarizes the actions taken in response to the recommendations from the 2019 Auditor General of Canada’s report on Kindergarten through Grade 12 education in the Yukon. These efforts include creating safer, more inclusive schools where students feel supported and ready to learn.
The Department of Education continues to advance the development of the Integrated Outcome Strategy for Yukon Learners, which sets clear expectations for student achievement while addressing long-standing performance gaps. Additionally, work is underway to extend the Joint Education Action Plan in collaboration with Yukon First Nations and develop an implementation plan, reinforcing the government’s commitment to reconciliation and student success.
In 2019, the Department of Education agreed with all seven recommendations made by the Auditor General of Canada.
The Department of Education remains deeply committed to creating an education system where every Yukon learner can thrive. This report showcases the meaningful progress we have made with our education partners and reaffirms our dedication to lasting, positive change. Together, we are continuing to build an education system where every child feels a sense of belonging, connection and the opportunity to flourish.
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The progress report highlights the Department of Education's dedication to meaningful systemic changes designed to improve student outcomes.
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Since 2019, the Department of Education has launched several initiatives to address the gaps in the Yukon’s education system and to improve student outcomes. These include:
- launching the Universal Child Care model;
- launching enhanced early kindergarten and full day kindergarten in most rural communities;
- working with the Chiefs Committee on Education to establish the First Nation School Board;
- finalizing a Collaboration Framework with Yukon First Nations;
- completing the Review of Inclusive and Special Education;
- advancing the Reimagining Inclusive and Special Education (RISE) work plan, which was developed with partners;
- developing a Comprehensive Mental Health and Wellness Approach that aligns with the Yukon’s Forward Together: Mental Wellness Strategy;
- launching the Ready-to-Learn Schools initiative;
- creating a data sharing agreement with Yukon First Nations and releasing publicly available student data reports; and
- initiating work and engagement on an Integrated Outcome for Yukon Learner Strategy, which will look at root causes of poor student outcomes, develop targets and evaluate progress on closing gaps.
Laura Seeley
Cabinet Communications
867-332-7627
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Julie Ménard
Communications, Education
867-336-0653
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