Jigsaw Learning - Lacombe, Alberta

Scott M.

Our Division gathered in three separate locations for a session facilitated by Kurtis. This session generated a level of excitement across our entire staff team that we haven't seen in a long time! Our group realized how they can align the good work they are already doing so it has the greatest positive impact on student results and in-school experiences. The Collaborative Response Model is a data-driven toolset that is going to improve our entire approach to supporting students.

Kari A.

Jigsaw Learning is such a valuable community. Kurtis and Lorna have created a culture of collaboration and sharing. The Collaborative Response is a continual journey and I feel so supported in that journey as a leader. Each time I attend PL with Jigsaw Learning, I walk away with one new small shift I can use to improve my practice. So many resources and supports at your fingertips!!

Chris S.

While we have had the opportunity to work with Kurtis at the divisional level in terms of understanding the big picture structures of Collaborative Response, it was his visit to our school that refined the daily processes and procedures that we needed to get the most out of planning and team meetings. He was able to quickly identify and address where and why we were hitting roadblocks and, more importantly, modelled effective responses which really allowed us to see and utilize the full potential of Collaborative Response in our school.

Michael M. {. H.

Kurtis was an exceptional speaker full of passion and knowledge. His ability to engage our staff was exceptional and we are looking forward to continuing and enhancing our efforts with our collaborative response model.

Vince S.

In December Kurtis visited our school to provide feedback in regard to Collaborative Response. It was a very wonderful experience for our staff and our admin team. He spent time with individual teachers, and in our CR meeting / SST meeting, and provided very relevant and timely feedback. I look forward to continuing with Jigsaw as we continue on our journey.

Jeff T.

We have had an excellent partnership with Jigsaw Learning since August 2018, and the timeliness and quality of supports provided to division-level and school-based staff since that time has been outstanding! One of our most recent endeavours with JL has been the “School Collaborative Response Formative Feedback”, which is a detailed 3-phase process that involves a full-day site-based visit to observe Collaborative Response in action throughout the school. The written report from the site visit and the follow-up debrief session has been immensely valuable to school-based and division-level staff alike. It provides excellent descriptive feedback with a rich array of embedded supports such as relevant links to blog postings, sample templates, example supportive documents from other schools, and CR slide decks, all of which strategically position school administrators to continue with the next important steps in their (re)culturation journey to ensure every child has a team focused on ensuring success. In my nearly 40 years in the public education system, I have worked with tens of quality consultants on a wide array of projects and initiatives and received many valuable interim and final reports as part of that work. Through all of these experiences, I can confidently say that the quality and richness of the reports from the CR Formative Feedback process have been the very best I have ever received. Indeed, quality, relevant and immensely useful supports describe all of our interactions with JL over the years. On behalf of the PRSD team, thank you Kurtis and JL Team! We look forward to our continued partnership into the future. Jeff Thompson, Deputy Superintendent.

Robyn L.

Kurtis has been so supportive and knowledgeable during our revamp of Collaborative Response. He has helped us to create an effective collaborative culture that will benefit all students. Kurtis connects with each individual and communicates effectively. We look forward to continuing to work with him!

Grace M.

Kurtis Hewson from Jigsaw Learning is such a powerful educator! He is an engaging presenter, experienced teacher, discerning administrator, and is the insightful creator of the Collaborative Response Mindset.

I have had the privilege of learning from Kurtis Hewson as a student teacher at the University of Lethbridge, specifically his assessment and classroom management courses. Kurtis proved his genuine interest in relationships by memorizing every name on day one. Even years later, he still knows who I am.

Kurtis has been a mentor and guide both directly and indirectly. Kurtis trained my previous admin and colleagues in the Collaborative Response structure, and I saw benefits within a matter of weeks. Recently, he came to my new school and the response was positive, productive, and efficient.

Thanks for all you do Kurtis!