10/23/2012 - Regular Board MeetingTHAMES VALLEY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD
REGULAR BOARD MEETING,PUBLIC SESSION
2012 OCTOBER 23,7:00 P.M.
BOARD ROOM,EDUCATION CENTRE
AGENDA
V-verbal
M -material
1.CALLTO ORDER V
2. O CANADA V
3.SPECIAL MUSICAL PRESENTATION -Innerkip Central SchoolChoir V
4.APPROVAL OF AGENDA M
5.OFFICIAL RECORD M
6. RECOGNITIONS V
a.FNMI Student Advisory Council Quilt Presentation
b. Rick Pardo,Program Services -Provincial Science Award
c.Terry Brown,Westminster Secondary School -2012 Smarter Science Secondary Science
Teacher of the Year Award
d.Bill Gibson,Strathroy-Caradoc Retired Fire Chief-Posthumously
7.CONFLICTSOF INTEREST V
8.CHAIR'S ANNOUNCEMENTS V
9.DIREaOR'S ANNOUNCEMENTS V
10.PUBLIC INPUT-none
11.ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
a.Board Improvement Plan forStudent Achievement and EQAQ Results ^
12.MINUTES OFTHE 2012 OCTOBER 9 BOARD MEETING M
a.Confirmation of Minutes
b.Business Arising from the Minutes
13.STUDENT TRUSTEES'UPDATE V
14.REPORTS FROM THE ADMINISTRATION -none
15.REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
a.Interim Report of the Bylaw Review Ad Hoc Committee
b.Special Education Advisory Committee,2012 October 2
M
M
Mc.Chairs'Committee,2012 October 17 ^
^d.Committeeof the Whole-In Camera,2012 October 23
16.COMMUNICATIONS V
a.OPSBA UPDATE
17.NOTICE OF MOTION
18.MOTION -NOTICE OF WHICH HAS BEEN GIVEN M
a.Trustee Peggy Sattler
19.ADDITIONAL ITEMS
20.QUESTIONS/COMMENTS BY MEMBERS
21.ADJOURNMENT
THAMES VALLEY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD
REGULAR MEETING
2012 OCTOBER 23
BOARD ROOM,EDUCATION CENTRE
The Board met in regular session on 2012 October 23 in the Board Room at the Education Centre,
meeting in public session at 7:00 p.m. to 10:33 p.m.The following were in attendance:
TRUSTEES
J.Bennett (Chair)
R.Campbell
D.Clark
J.Coghlin
P.Forron
G.Hart
W.Huff
T.Grant
Absent:J.Todd
P.Jaffe
E.Kim
B.IVlcKinnon
S.Polhill
P.Sattler
R.Tisdale
ADMINISTRATION AND OTHERS
B.Tucker
K.Dalton
M.Sereda
L.Elliott
C.Bourbonnais-
MacDonald
K.Edgar
L.Griffith Jones
M.Moynihan
V.Nielsen
M.E.Smith
P.tufts
K.Wilkinson
K.Bushell
K.Young
K.Aitken
S.Christie
1.CALL TO ORDER
Board Chair J.Bennett called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
2./3.O CANADA AND SPECIAL MUSICAL PRESENTATION
The appreciation of the Board was extended to the Innerkip Central Public School Choir and
Conductor Jamie Hoffman for leading in the singing of O'Canada and performing two musical
selections.
4.APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The agenda was approved on motion of P.Jaffe,seconded by R.Campbell.
5.OFFICIAL RECORD
S.Christie,Supervisor,Corporate Services,read the following official record into the minutes:
We regret to record the death of Ryan Gibbons,a 12-year-old student at Straffordville Public
School on 2012 October 9.
6.RECOGNITIONS
a.First Nations Metis Inuit (FNMI)Student Advisory Council Quilt Presentation
Exec.Supt.L.Elliott introduced staff and First Nation IVIetis and Inuit students of the 4'^R
program who presented the Board with a handmade quilt.The students expressed their
appreciation for the program that has enabled them to develop healthy relationships and
decision-making tools in school that would not otherwise be available to them.
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6.RECOGNITIONS -cont'd
b. /c.Rick Pardo,Program Services -Provincial Science Award and Terry Brown,
Westminster Secondary School -2012 Smarter Science Secondary Science Teacher of the
Year Award
Learning Supervisor J. Pitman introduced Learning Coordinator R. Pardo,recipient of the
Provincial Science Award by Youth Science Canada and T. Brown,recipient of the 2012 Smarter
Science Secondary Science Teacher of the Year Award.She noted that both have made
outstanding contributions In the development,implementation and promotion of inquiry-based
science education in Ontario through Smarter Science.Mr.Pardo and Mr. Brown thanked the
Board for the recognition.
d.Bill Gibson,Strathroy-Caradoc Retired Fire Chief -Posthumously
Program Services Officer S.Hazenberg recognized the contributions of Bill Gibson,Strathroy-
Caradoc Retired Fire Chief who was long-standing community partner prior to his passing in
August of this year.He was committed to Risi<Watch,an injury preventative program for JK to
Grade 8 students that is designed to help prevent childhood injuries.Chief Gibson was a i<ey
leader in bringing the Risk Watch program to Middlesex County schools and played an active role
in training and mentoring both fire professionals and teachers.Ms.Hazenberg noted that the
community will continue to honour his contributions and memory.
7.CONFLICTS OF INTEREST -none
8.CHAIR'S ANNOUNCEMENTS
Chair Bennett advised that a community service meeting was held at London City Hall where a report
on the Terms and Conditions for the Liaison Committee was accepted.The next step is to seek
approval at the City of London meeting.
Several emails have been received from parents following the bullying Incident at South Secondary
School.The school website "South Cares"has been instrumental in identifying and working toward a
solution in this matter.
9.DIRECTOR'S ANNOUNCEMENTS
Director Tucker noted that each secondary school has the capability for students to anonymously
report bullying. He commended the social worker assigned to South Secondary School who went
above and beyond expectations for supporting the school,police services and school staff as a result
of the bullying Incident.
Exec.Supt.K.Dalton advised that there was a five -person team who worked tirelessly for 10 days
following the incident.She noted that the team went beyond expectations and their efforts are a
model for all boards in such situations.
Director Tucker also commented on the first of three meetings to be held regarding a potential
methadone clinic that is looking to locate close to Sir George Etienne Cartier Public School.The
meeting was hosted by the provider who is new to London and looking to introduce a proposed
amendment to the current City bylaw which does not allow any methadone clinics to be established
beyond 300 metres of any school.
10.PUBLIC INPUT-none
2012 October 9...3
11.ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
a.Board Improvement Plan for Student Achievement and Education Quality and
Accountability Office ("EQAO")Results
Supt.K.Wilkinson and members from the Research and Assessment department presented a
comprehensive overview of the Board Improvement Plan -2012-2013 based on the system goal to
increase student achievement in literacy and numeracy,while continuing to reduce identified
learning gaps.She also provided a detailed overview of the district level results from the EQAO
assessment conducted during the 2011-2012 school year and district level trend information.
Board Improvement Plan to Support Student Achievement (BIPSA)
•Needs Assessment
•Connection to School Effectiveness Framework (SEF)
•Strategic Goal
EQAO
•Primary and Junior Reading,Writing and Mathematics results
'•Grade 9 Mathematics for students enrolled In academic and applied course results
•Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT)results
• Five-year trends for the four assessment areas and English as a Second Language (ESL)
and English Language Learning (ELL)
•Long-term trend analysis
•Next steps
Following a lengthy discussion.Senior Administration responded to questions including the
gender gap and current trends.It was noted that Program Services is currently reviewing
classroom supports (both material and approach)that is gender-specific focused.
A request for credit accumulation and graduation rates province-wide was noted and taken under
advisement.
The gap between First Nations Metis Inuit students transitloning from Antler River Elementary
School and Standing Stone Elementary School to TVDSB schools was discussed.It was noted
that staff are invited to participate in networks with principals,as well as teacher-to-teacher
collaboration for a better understanding of what the expectation is when students transfer into a
Thames Valley school.These types of partnerships have previously been established and itis
hoped Is that these relationships will continue as student transition is an active part of the Board
Improvement Plan.
12.MINUTES OF THE 2012 OCTOBER 9 BOARD MEETING
a.Confirmation of Minutes
The minutes of the Regular Board Meeting of 2012 October 9 were adopted on motion of S.
Polhill,seconded by P.Jaffe.Trustee G.Hart was absent for the vote.
b.Business Arising from the Minutes
Trustee Hart requested next steps regarding the Safe Schools report and whether there is an
opportunity for discussion with school councils. It was noted that there Is a variety of strategies
for challenging situations and that Thames Valley continues to be dedicated to prevention.These
strategies includes accessing resources provided by community partners,continual training for
school administrators and information sharing with the Thames Valley Parent Involvement
Committee and Home and School representatives.
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13.STUDENT TRUSTEES'UPDATE
Student Trustee E.Kim noted that students from four schoois attended the first Student Advisory
Council meeting recently held.It is hoped that representatives from other schools will attend these
meetings in the future.
14.REPORTS FROM THE ADMINISTRATION -none
15.REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
a.INTERIM REPORT OF THE BYLAW REVIEW AD HOC COMMITTEE
Committee Chair Trustee D. Clark presented the interim report of the Bylaw Review Ad Hoc
Committee.At the 2012 May 8 Board Meeting,the Bylaw Review Ad Hoc Committee was
established to ensure that the Bylaws are consistent with the new Trustee Code of Conduct.At
the 2012 May 22 Board meeting,Trustees Bennett,Clark,Grant and McKinnon were appointed
to the Committee with a final report date of 2012 October 23.
The Committee met on October 1 to review the Code of Conduct template prepared by the
Ontario Public School Boards'Association in relation to the current Codes of Ethics and Conduct
in the Board Bylaws.At that time,it was agreed to recommend including the concepts from the
Code of Ethics in the revised Code of Conduct and deleting this section from the Bylaws.
The Ministry of Education provided anticipated wording for the Code of Conduct and OPSBA
suggested additional provisions for consideration.In considering the wording for Part 2 -
Enforcement of Code of Conduct, it was noted that bolded sections are provisions required under
the Education Act However,questions arose regarding the appropriateness of having both an
informal and formal complaint procedure as suggested by OPSBA.
In view of the possibility of further changes to the Code of Conduct regulations,itis felt that
completion of the revisions to the Bylaws as they pertain to the Code of Conduct should be
deferred pending passage of the Regulations.At that time, it will be determined ifa legal opinion
should be sought on establishing an informal complaint process.It is,therefore,recommended
that no further action be taken by the Bylaw Review Committee at this time and that it be
reinstated for further consideration of Section 2 once the Regulation is passed following which the
draft,amended Code of Conduct will be presented to the Board. It Is anticipated that the final
report will be ready for submission to the Board by 2013 October 31.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Bylaw Review Ad Hoc Committee be reinstated once the Code of Conduct Regulations
have been passed with a final report to the Board by October 31,2013.
The recommendation was approved on motion of D. Clark,seconded by T.Grant.
2012 October 9...5
15.REPORT OF COMMITTEES -cont'd
b.REPORT OF THE SPECIAL EDUCATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE 2012 October 2
12:25 p.m.to 2:38 p.m.
MEMBERS
Thames Valley Children's Centre,J.Gritzan (Chair)
Trustee T.Grant (VIce-ChaIr)
Association for Bright Children,C.Thammavongsa
Autism Ontario,J.Wright (-1:00)
Chippewas of the Thames,C.Dendias
Community Living London, S. Wilson
Easter Seals Society,A.Morse
Epilepsy Support Centre,B.Harvey
FASD E.LM.O.,T.Ashby
Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario,B.Wludyka
Trustee J.Bennett
Trustee R.Campbell
Vanler Children's Services,B.Montminy
Voice for Hearing Impaired Children,M.Barbeau
Regrets:Secondary Principal,L.Mills
Absent:Children's Aid Society of London &
Thames Valley Council of Home and School
Associations,A. Morell
ADMINISTRATION AND OTHERS
Elementary Principal,L.Carswell
Elementary Principal, R.Culhane
Learning Supervisor (Acting), B. Noble
Secondary Vice-Principal,T. Birtch
Superintendent of Special Education,
K.Edgar
1.CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 12:25 p.m. inthe London Room at the Education Centre
by Chair Gritzan. Supt.K.Edgar introduced T. Birtch,Secondary Vice-Principal
representative.
2.CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
The agenda was approved as printed.
3.CONFLICTS OF INTEREST-none
4.MINUTES OF MEETING FROM 2012 SEPTEMBER 11
The minutes were approved as printed.
5.BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES OF 2012 SEPTEMBER 11
Supt. Edgar providedan update on Mental Health and Addiction Nurses (MHAN)indistrict
school board programs.Supt.Edgar along with T. Nugent from the London Catholic District
School Board will meet with the Community Care Access Centre (CCAC) to discuss these
services with a focus on addictions and the transition of students in and out of hospital and
treatment centres.The service must not contravene PPM 149 which stipulates school boards
may not use external agencies to perform a service that school board employees provide. It
is hopeful the service will be inplace in November. There will be three nurses employed by
CCACand assigned to work with the Thames ValleyDistrictSchool Board. The qualifications
for the MHAN clinicians are:
2012 October 9...6
15.REPORT OF THE COMMITTEES -cont'd
b.REPORT OF THE SPECIAL EDUCATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE -cont'd
5.BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES OF 2012 SEPTEMBER 11 -cont'd
•All MHAN clinicians must be registered nurses withthe College of Nurses of Ontario;
•Backgrounds of MHAN clinicians are varied with nurses having either a history of
pediatric,children,youth clinical work and or clinical expertise in mental health care;
MHAN clinicians either have a specialization in psychiatric nursing from the Canadian
Nursing Association or endeavor to pursue this certification;
Each MHAN clinician has a variety of course attendance for learning and certificates
which is part of their College of Nursing Professional Development criteria and a
requirement for yearly renewal of their license to practice in the field of nursing: and
•The manager of the MHAN is a registered nurse with a Masters in Education,(curriculum
focus),nurse practitioner certificate with certificates in therapies and specialization
certificate in psychiatric nursing.
6.SEACDVD
The committee viewed the video resource produced bythe DVD sub-committee as part of
SEAC's action goals.Feedback was provided to A. Morse following the video.
Recommendations included;
• Add captions on significant items such as the Ontario Student Record (OSR),
Program Development Team (PDT);
• Video may be too long;consider creating one to two minute sections;
•Have video available on a DVD at the school for parents to sign out;
•Include text document on website with video for those on dial up internet access;and
•Create a 'helpful hints'document for parents.
7.ONTARIO ASSOCIATION FOR FAMILIES OF CHILDREN WITH COMMUNICATION
DISORDERS (OAFCCD)DVD
The committee viewed segments of the OAFCCD DVD that was created to provide
information for families on the impact of a speech and language impairment on a student's
education as well as information for parents on how to help their child be successful at
school.
8.NUMBER OF STUDENTS BY EXCEPTIONALITY AND GRADE REPORT
Supt.Edgar provided an updated report to the committee (Appendix A).
9.NEW BUSINESS-none
10.FORUM ASSOCIATION UPDATES
Animal Planet produced a documentary on a child with a service dog that will be broadcast
on Sunday October 7,2012 at 8:00 pm on the Animal Planet station.Canada AM, CTV News
Express and CP24 will ail broadcast segments as well.
Easter Seals Ontario received a grant to produce transition fact sheets for parents with
children with physical disabilities. A. Morse requested members to forward any resources to
her that they may be willing to share.
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15.REPORT OF THE COMMITTEES -cont'd
b.REPORT OF THE SPECIAL EDUCATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE -cont'd
10.FORUM ASSOCIATION UPDATES -confd
FASD ELMO is hosting two workshops featuring Donna Debolt. Ms. Debolt is a social work
consultant who works as an outspoken advocate for children and adults who have lifelong
risks for health,development,learning and behavioral difficulties associated with prenatal
exposure to alcohol.The first workshop will be held on Monday,October 15th from 5:00-9:00
p.m.and will focus on caregivers.The second workshop willbe held on Tuesday,October 16,
2012 from 5:00-9:00 p.m.and will focus on service providers.
T. Ashby advised she will no longer be FASD ELMO's representative on SEAC. FASD ELMO
will forward her replacement's name to the Board for approval inthe near future.
11.FUTURE MEETING DATES
Date Time Location
Monday,November 05,2012 06:30 pm-09:30 pm London Room,Education Centre
Tuesday,December 04,2012 11:45 am-03:00 pm London Room,Education Centre
Tuesdav,January 08,2013 11:45 am-03:00 pm London Room,Education Centre
Tuesday,February 05,2013 11:45 am-03;00 pm London Room,Education Centre
Tuesday,March 05,2013 11:45 am-03;00 pm London Room,Education Centre
Monday,April 08,2013 06:30 pm-09:30 pm London Room,Education Centre
Monday,May 06,2013 06:30 pm-09:30 pm London Room,Education Centre
Tuesdav,June 04,2013 11:45 am-03:00 pm London Room,Education Centre
12.FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
• Number of Students by Exceptionalityand Grade Report (Standing Item,K.Edgar)
•SCIP Update (November,D. Goodwin)
• Animal Planet Documentary (November, J. Wright)
•Number of Students by Gender (November,K.Edgar)
•Program Research Update (November or December,C.Stager)
•Developmental Services Ontario (DSO)Organizations Presentation (December or
January)
• SEAC Planning (January)
• SWAC/SWAU Update (January,February or March, R.Bell,J. Dowsett,M.Sereda)
• Board Improvement Plan for Student Achievement (Spring 2013)
• SEAC Learning Website
•Strategic Planning Process
•Student Voice Project (M.Ferdinand,Student)
•Behaviour Support Classroom Update
13.ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 2:38 p.m. by motion.
RECOMMENDATIONS:none
JANET GRITZAN
Chairperson
2012 October 9...8
15.REPORT OF THE COMMITTEES-cont'd
0.REPORT OF THE CHAIRS'COWIMITTEE 2012 October 17
9:10 a.m.to 12:23 p.m.
MEMBERS ADMINISTRATION AND OTHERS
J.Bennett (Chair)R.Tisdale B.Tucker S.Christie
G.Hart M.Sereda K.Young
R.Culhane
Regrets:T.Grant
1.APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The agenda was amended to add item 10 -In-camera re negotiations and item 11.a -MPP
Meeting.The agenda,as amended,was approved by motion.
2.CONFLICTS OF INTEREST -none declared
3.REVIEW OF 2012 OCTOBER 23 BOARD AGENDA
The agendas for the In-camera and public Board meetings of 2012 October 23 were
discussed and updated.
4.CORRESPONDENCE
A letter from the Minister of Education in response to the Chair's letter of August 15 will be
added to the October 23 Board meeting agenda under "Communications".
The following correspondence will be provided to trustees in their information packages:
Ontario Urban Forest Council regarding a request for endorsement of proclamation for a
Federal and Provincial Role In Urban Forestry.It was suggested that the matter be
deferred to Facility Services to determine ifthis is a concern for Thames Valleywith a
report back to the Committee in due course.
• Trillium Lakelands DSB to OPSBA regarding participation in meetings related to
collective bargaining.
5.TRANSPORTATION AD HOC COMMITTEE
Chair Bennett updated the Committee on discussions with the London District Catholic
School Board regarding the Board's Transportation Ad Hoc Committee.
Membership on the committee was considered.The following motion was moved and
carried:
That Trustees Grant, Clark, Tisdale, Hart, McKinnonand Bennett be appointed to the
Transportation Ad Hoc Committee.
6.COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP
In response to a trustee inquiry, it was agreed to leave the current committees of the Board
status quo.The 2013 Committee membership will be determined at the December 18 Board
meeting.
2012 October 9...9
15.REPORT OF THE COMMITTEES -cont'd
c.REPORT OF THE CHAIRS'COMMITTEE -cont'd
7.STFiATEGIC PLANNING
The Chairs'Committee joined the Board's Strategic Planning Committee to obtain an
overview of Its work In developing the nine commitments of the Plan following public input.
Exec.Supt.M.Sereda,Principal R.Culhane and Manager K.Young then joined the Chairs'
meeting to provide an update on the introduction of the Board's Strategic Plan to the system
and rebranding initiatives.
Exec.Supt.Sereda presented a Strategic Planning Timeline related to communications,the
kick-off and branding,as well as associated costs.
It was suggested that a trustee caucus be scheduled to provide trustees with an opportunity
to review and discuss the community input related to the Strategic Plan's commitments.A
caucus date was scheduled for October 30 from 5:00-6:30 p.m.
The following motion was moved and carried:
That costs for rolling out the Board's new Mission, Vision and Strategic Plan, up to $150,000,
be covered through the Multl-Purpose reserve account.
8.BOARD MEETING DINNERS
The practice of inviting guests to the Board dinners prior to the Board meetings was
discussed.It was agreed to suspend the practice as of November 13.
It was suggested that a survey of area boards be conducted regarding scheduling of Board
meeting agenda Items and that consideration be given to the scheduling of recognitions and
presentations once a month.Discussion will continue in this regard.
9.BOARD PRESENTATIONS
It was noted that the draft Board Improvement Plan and EQAO will be presented at the
October 23 Board meeting.
10.IN-CAMERA
The committee moved in camera at 12;05 p.m. to discuss negotiation issues.It reconvened
in public session at 12:20 p.m.
11.OTHER BUSINESS
a.MPP Meeting
Chair Bennett sought direction in scheduling the next MPP meeting Inview of the decision to
prorogue the legislature.It was agreed to move forward with the scheduled meeting on
November 23 from 10:00-11:30 a.m.
12.FUTURE MEETINGS
The following Committee meetings were scheduled at 9:00 a.m.
•November 7,21.
Chair Bennett indicated her regrets for the November 7 meeting.
13.ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 12:23 p.m. by motion.
2012 October 9...10
15.REPORT OF THE COMMITTEES -cont'd
c.REPORT OF THE CHAIRS'COMMITTEE -cont'd
RECOMMENDATIONS:
1.That Trustees Grant,Clark,Tisdale,Hart,McKinnon and Bennett be appointed to the
Transportation Ad Hoc Committee.
2.That costs for rolling out the Board's new Mission, Vision and Strategic Plan, up to $150,000,
be covered through the Muiti-Purpose reserve account.
J.BENNETT
Chairperson
The recommendations were approved on motion by T. Grant,seconded by J.Coghlin.
d.REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE IN-CAMERA 2012 October 23
MEMBERS ADMINISTRATION AND OTHERS
J.Bennett (Chair)
R.Campbell
D.Clark
J. Coghlin
T.Grant
P.Jaffe
B.McKinnon
S. Polhill (5:15)
R.Sattler
J.Tisdale
B.Tucker (9:55)
L. Elliott (-5:12)
M.Sereda (-5:12,9:55)
L.Griffith-Jones (9:55)
B.Sonier (-5:10)
S.Christie
K.Young (-5:12,9:55)
Regrets:J.Todd
P.Forron
E.Kim
Absent:W.Huff
The Committee met in camera from 5:05 p.m. to 6:20 p.m.and from 9:55 p.m.to 10:33 p.m.
1.APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The agenda was approved on motion.
2.CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
A conflict of interest was declared by Trustee P.Jaffe to Item 7.a.citing spousal employment
with the Board.
3.Confidential negotiation and personal matters were discussed.
4.RISE AND REPORT
A motion to rise and report was moved and carried at 10:30 p.m.
2012 October 9...11
15.REPORT OF THE COMMITTEES -cont'd
d.REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE IN-CAMERA -cont'd
RECOMMENDATIONS:
1.That the Board approve the .3 PTE School Support Counsellor positionat Westminster
Secondary School as a permanent position.
2. That the motionapproved at the in-camera session ofOctober 23, 2012, related to a
resignation by mutual consent be approved.
GRAHAM HART
Chairperson
The recommendations were approved on motion ofG.Hart,seconded byJ.Coghlin.
16.COMMUNICATIONS
a.ONTARIO PUBLIC SCHOOLBOARDS'ASSOCIATION (OPSBA)UPDATE -none
17.NOTICE OF MOTION -none
18.MOTION -NOTICE OF WHICH HAS BEEN GIVEN
Trustee Sattler noted that that Bill 115 undermines the school boards'role in local collective
bargaining.She feltthat there is growing opposition province-wide to Bill 115 and looked forsupport
from other boards calling for a motion to rescind Bill 115.
Trustee P. Sattler gave noticeofthe following motion at the 2012 October 9 Boardmeeting:
That the Chair of the Board send to the Ministerof Education a formal and urgent request to
rescind Ontario Regulation 274/12 with all possible haste,stating that inthe considered opinion of
the locally elected members ofthe TVDSB,Ontario Regulation 274/12 does not place the needs
of students first and undermines s.169 (1) of the Education /Acf which states that the primary duty
ofschool boards is to "promote student achievement and well-being".
The motion was moved by P.Sattler,seconded by G. Hart and carried.
19.ADDITIONAL ITEMS -none
20.QUESTIONS/COMMENTS BY MEMBERS -none
The Board reconvened in-camera Committee of the Whole at 9:50 p.m. to discuss negotiation
matters.It reconvened in public session at 10:30 p.m.
21.ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 10:33 p.m. on motion of R.Campbell,seconded by D. Clark.
Confirmed:
Jhairperson
2012 October 9...12
SUMMARY OF APPROVED RECOMMENDATIONS OF 2012 OCTOBER 23
That the Bylaw Review Ad Hoc Committee be reinstated once the Code of Conduct Regulations
have been passed with a final report to the Board by October 31,2013.
That Trustees Grant,Clark,Tisdale,Hart,McKinnon and Bennett be appointed to the
Transportation Ad Hoc Committee.
That costs for rolling out the Board's new Mission,Visionand Strategic Plan, up to $150,000,
be covered through the Multi-Purpose reserve account.
That the Board approve the .3 FTE School Support Counsellor position at Westminster
Secondary School as a permanent position.
That the motion approved at the in-camera session of October 23, 2012,related to a
resignation by mutual consent be approved.