b'St. John School Leads the Way with SafeArrival Absence Reporting SystemOn December 1, St. John School became the first in the KCDSB to launch the SafeArrival absence reporting system. This programallows families to report absences easilywithout notes or calls, enabling schools torespond quickly and accurately to unexplained absences and ensuring students are safe and accounted for each day. Partnering closely with board staff, the school is refining the process for a seamless rolloutacross all KCDSB schools.Building Better Learning Environments: KCDSB Information Technologys Year in ReviewBehind the Screens: KCDSB Information Technology Team Drives Innovation and Efficiency in 2024.From launching a newMac Lab to enhancingcybersecurity andmodernizing classrooms, their dedication ensuredstudents and staff hadthe tools to succeed. School-Day:KCDSBs Journey TowardCashless Schools andModernized OperationsKCDSB is making steady progress in its transition to cashless schools through the School-Day platform. With growing adoption across schools, this initiative is enhancing convenience for families,improving administrativeefficiency, and supportingsustainability goals. 2024 ANNUAL DIRECTORS REPORT 13'