Strategic Direction 2021+

• Developed a first draft of a new Learning and Teaching policy
• Developed and tested a criteria for excellence in Learning and Teaching that can be used for observation feedback from both staff and students
• Created a partnership with a coaching expert to build coaching skills amongst our staff
   

• Connected to a PHD research project with McGill University to establish improved executive functioning skills amongst our students
• Built formal connection with UOttawa to establish trainee teacher funnel
   

Launch alumnae portal:

• Elmwood Connect was developed and launched in April 2021 and currently has almost 200 members - each providing profile information and indicating a willingness to meet , mentor and partner with other alumnae.

• The platform has also served as a jumping off point for virtual “decade socials” which have proved to be popular.

Establish alumnae affinity groups:

• Elmwood’s “Sisterhood of Science”  launched in May as an effort to build affinity beyond graduation year.

• As a pilot for other affinity groups within the alumnae community, Elmwood’s Sisterhood of Science  initiative will  provide an umbrella for activities and events related to women in science and encourage alumnae to engage with each other and Elmwood students around a passion for science.

• The first events  were a movie screening (“Picture a Scientist” and a community fundraising event  (“In Our Element”).
   

• Through the exploration and testing of online platforms designed to increase the profile of Elmwood graduates to universities around the world, there has been a 3-fold increase in the  amount of scholarships offered and a significant increase in the number of offers.