Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board
May 9, 2006
Peel District School Board
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board, held in the Board Room, the HJA Brown Education Centre, 5650 Hurontario Street, Mississauga, Ontario on Tuesday, May 9, 2006,
at 19:30 hours.
Members present:
Janet McDougald, Chair
Ruth Thompson, Vice-Chair
Valerie Arnold-Judge
Beryl Ford
Daljit Gill
David Green
Steve Kavanagh
Warren Kennedy
Brad MacDonald
Sue McFadden
Don Stephens
Rick Williams
Student Trustees:
Jasmeet Sidhu, Student Trustee North
Kevin Wang, Student Trustee South
Administration:
Ian Adamson, Superintendent, Alternative Programs
Allison Clinton, Superintendent of Education
Rani Dhaliwal, Controller, Finance Support Services
Marty Fowler, Director, Human Resources Support Services
Jaspal Gill, Controller of Facilities and Transportation Support Services
Penny Gingell, Superintendent of Education
Jim Grieve, Director of Education
Susan Hiraishi, Superintendent, Human Resources Support Services
Paul Jones, Superintendent of Education
Debra Krutila, Superintendent of Education
Roger Martin, Superintendent of Education
Jane Mason, Superintendent, Staff Development and Student Support Services
Judy Massey, Superintendent of Education
Wayne McNally, Associate Director, Operational Support Services
Dianne Miles, Superintendent of Education
Scott Moreash, Superintendent of Education
Judith Nyman, Associate Director, Instructional Support Services
Tony Pontes, Superintendent of Education
Berisford Richardson, Superintendent of Education
Elizabeth Sinclair-Artwell, Superintendent of Education
Marion Smith, Executive Assistant
Shirley-Ann Teal, Superintendent, Special Education Support Services
Pam Tomasevic, Superintendent of Education
Chuck Waterman, Superintendent, Curriculum and Instruction Support Services
Laura Williams, Chief Information Officer
Randy Wright, Controller, Planning and Accommodation Support Services
Janine Lewis, Board Reporter
1. Open Session
The Open Session commenced with the singing of O’Canada.
2. Approval of Agenda
The following changes were made to the agenda:
Item 6.1 a) Addendum to Retirement (added)
Item 7.7 Response to Trustee Kavanagh's Question re Before and After School
Programs (added)
Item 10.6 Notice of Appointment of Two Trustees to the French Immersion
Student Transportation Review Committee (withdrawn)
Resolution No. 06-139 moved by Warren Kennedy
seconded by Steve Kavanagh
Resolved, that the agenda be approved, as amended.
.............. carried
(2/3rds' majority)
3. Special Presentations to Winners of the 2006 Excellence in Eloquence Competition
Providing background information on the Excellence in Eloquence competition, held annually during Education Week, Trustee Kennedy reported that this competition is now in its fifth year and, due to its popularity, it has now expanded this year to the junior level. This is a community partnership with Dale Carnegie Training, Toastmasters, and Second Cup, which ensures there is little cost to the Board.
Trustee Kennedy listed the schools that participated in the district finals, and noted that approximately 50 schools are using some form of Excellence in Eloquence in their program. Trustee Kennedy also recognized the participation as judges of fellow Trustees Kavanagh and McFadden.
Introducing junior level winner Andrew Malkiewicz, Trustee Kennedy recognized Andrew's family members, who were present in the audience, and he acknowledged the support of the school staff at Hazel McCallion Senior Public School. Andrew Malkiewicz then presented his winning speech, which provided an informative introduction to autism.
Trustee McFadden then introduced the members of the Excellence in Eloquence – Public Speaking Challenge's Coordinating Committee, many of whom were present in the audience, including Superintendent Miles.
Prior to introducing intermediate level winner Taniya Nagpal, Trustee McFadden acknowledged members of Taniya's family who were present, and she thanked the school staff at Lisgar Middle School. Taniya Nagpal then presented her winning speech, which was a moving description of the problem of child labour.
On behalf of the Board, Chair McDougald and Director of Education, Jim Grieve, congratulated Andrew Malkiewicz and Taniya Nagpal, and presented them with Peel DSB certificates and pens.
Chair McDougald again congratulated the winners of the 2006 Excellent in Eloquence Competition, and she expressed appreciation for all students who had participated in the public speaking challenge, the trustees who had assisted as judges, and all Peel staff who had helped to organize the event.
4. Conflict of Interest
There were no conflicts of interest declared.
5. Minutes of the Special Education Advisory Committee Meeting, March 21, 2006
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board, April 11, 2006
Minutes of the Instructional Programs/Curriculum Committee Meeting, April 18, 2006
Resolution No. 06-140 moved by Steve Kavanagh
seconded by Ruth Thompson
Resolved, that:
1. the Minutes of the Special Education Advisory Committee Meeting, held March 21 2006, be received;
2. the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board, held April 11, 2006, be approved;
3. the Minutes of the Instructional Programs/Curriculum Committee Meeting, held April 18, 2006, be received.
.............. carried
6. Written Questions
There were no written questions.
7. Notices of Motion / Petitions
There were no notices of motion or petitions.
8. Special Section for Approval
1. Retirements
Resolution No. 06-141 moved by Beryl Ford
seconded by Rick Williams
Resolved, that the following retirements, be approved:
Sandra Bain, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Audrey Campbell, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Frances Cook, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
David Cranmer, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Cheryl Crowder, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Anthony Da Silva, Coordinator, effective May 31, 2006
James Davies, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Donna Douglas, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Beth Eveleigh, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Adriana Ferrara, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Lois Gilchrist, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Roy Greenwood, Vice-Principal, effective June 30, 2006
Brian Hackett, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Margaret Harrison, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
John Wayne Heffernan, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Sandra Holt, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Roger Jubinville, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Sandra Katz, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Judith Kennedy, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Linda Kitagawa, Psychoeducational Consultant, effective June 30, 2006
Kathleen Konior, Principal, effective June 30, 2006
Dennis Langridge, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Peter Lee, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Mary Lester, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Iris Levene, Teaching Assistant, effective June 30, 2006
Marsha Lyall, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Virginia Susan Mathers, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Barbara Musselman, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Douglas Musselman, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Laurie Nordin-MacLeod, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Janice Nunes, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Denise O'Connor, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Carolyn Quinton, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
John Scott, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Wendy Scott, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Melinda Smith, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Anne Solomon, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Maria Sousa, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Melvyn Sroka, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Garry Sterritt, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Obe Vandertol, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Heather Wilkin, Teacher, effective June 30, 2006
Donald Manson, Principal, effective June 30, 2006
.............. carried
9. Special Section for Receipt
Resolution No. 06-142 moved by Sue McFadden
seconded by Valerie Arnold-Judge
Resolved, that the following items, be received:
1. Good News (The Terry Fox National School Day Run)
2. Letter from the Honourable Sandra Pupatello, introducing herself as the new Minister of Education
3. Letter from the Premier of Ontario and the Minister of Education re Education Week 2006
4. Letter from the Chair to the Minister of Education re the student transportation funding model
5. Letter to the Chair from the Mayor of Mississauga re the Mississauga International Children's Festival – June 14 -17, 2006
6. Police Appreciation Week: May 14 - 20, 2006
7. Response to Trustee Kavanagh's Question re Before and After School Programs
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Chair McDougald referred to Item 9.1 – Terry Fox National School Day Run, and advised that the total money raised by the Peel DSB was higher than the approximate $595,000 listed in the report. She commented that the Terry Fox event was a wonderful event, and she thanked all those who had assisted with this charity run.
With regard to Item 9.6 – Police Appreciation Week, Chair McDougald spoke about the importance of thanking members of the police for their dedicated work in ensuring a safe community and safe schools. She also recognized the excellent partnership between the Board and the Peel Regional Police.
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Resolution No. 06-142 .............. carried
10. Delegation: Carolynne Ball and Elsa Irani re Proposed Closure of Five Enhanced Learning Classes in September 2006
Carolynne Ball had provided written copies of her delegation to the Board, and she introduced former Peel DSB enhanced learning student, Elsa Irani. She asked the Board's indulgence in permitting a slightly longer delegation, noting that the Association for Bright Children – Peel (ABC) had delegated only twice in the last eight years.
The delegation indicated that she was speaking on behalf of the Association for Bright Children in Peel, and a large group of concerned parents and residents. This is in reference to next month's decision by the Board to consider closing five Enhanced Learning classes, as part of the Board's Special Education Plan for 2006 – 2007.
Carolynne Ball explained that ABC's position is that gifted children are not being identified and appropriate placement is not being offered. She questioned why the percentage of gifted students is declining in Peel, even while student enrolment is increasing, suggesting that reasons could be: the Board does not adequately identify gifted students; some gifted children are enrolled in French Immersion or alternate programs; some parents may not be accustomed to advocating for their children. She commented that some parents of gifted children may choose regional alternative programs for their children, rather than enhanced learning classes, because the Board promotes the alternative programs. The delegation remarked that there is little support provided to enhanced learning teachers.
She stated that ABC recommends that a review of CCAT be done and requested that the impact of canceling the grade 6 CCAT test earlier, due to funding issues, be analyzed.
Former enhanced learning student, Elsa Irani, explained that SEAC member David Croome had informed her about the state of affairs of gifted education within the Peel DSB and she was surprised that resources have dwindled over the years. She described her experience as a gifted student within the Peel DSB, explaining that it had helped her greatly. She stated that, if classes are closed, other gifted students won't be given the same opportunity she was fortunate to receive.
Carolynne Ball stated that ABC believes that information about gifted education is not clearly and accurately shared with parents, and that parents are not establishing their rights to gifted education for their children. She stated that honesty and transparency in communication is sometimes lacking between the schools and the parents, and she gave some examples of when she believed this had occurred.
In closing, Carolynne Ball asked the Board to request staff to reassess the data supporting closure of the five classes, and to provide reasons for potential closures at the upcoming SEAC meeting. She also asked that the research design of the gifted review address core issues of gifted education in Peel, and address the concerns mentioned in her delegation, with an open process that puts priority on students needs. Until the review is completed and discussed in an open forum, Carolynne Ball requested that there be a moratorium on enhanced learning class closures.
Student Trustee Sidhu commented that, as an enhanced student, she agreed with the benefits of the gifted program, and that she would be disappointed if, through class closing, gifted students are not given the same opportunity.
Procedural issues were discussed as to when the recommendation to close five enhanced classes will be before the Board. It was clarified that this is one of the proposed amendments within the Special Education Plan 2006 – 2007, that will be voted on by SEAC at its May 16, 2006 meeting.
Carolynne Ball responded to some questions of clarification from trustees.
Chair McDougald acknowledged that trustees have received emails and letters from concerned parents. She confirmed that an administrative response to the delegation would be provided at the next Regular Meeting of the Board, on May 23, 2006.
11. Response to Delegation of Stan Cameron re Busing to the Regional Arts Program at Mayfield Secondary School
Comments were made in support of the draft letter to the delegation. It was requested that the administration's response to the delegation of Stan Cameron (Regular Meeting of the Board, April 11, 2006), be copied to all Peel MPPs, along with appropriate background information.
A trustee pointed out that investigators for the Ministry recently stated that regional programs at the coterminous board should be scaled back or eliminated, due to funding difficulties at that board. The fact that this gives clear direction about the Ministry's position on providing transportation for non-mandated programs, was noted. Board
Chair McDougald commented that the Ministry's position is disappointing, as the Board would like to increase its transportation services and would like to mitigate some of parents' costs.
A trustee expressed disappointment with the continued existence of substantial funding discrepancies between school boards, noting that the Ottawa-Carleton DSB receives close to double the amount of transportation funding per student than the Peel DSB. Another trustee thanked Board Chair McDougald for her work in making the Ministry aware of Peel's significant transportation funding shortfall, confirming that the Board will continue bringing this issue to the forefront until the Ministry addresses the Board's concern. Chair McDougald commented that she will continue to ask for a meeting with the Minister of Education.
Resolution No. 06-143 moved by Valerie Arnold-Judge
seconded by Ruth Thompson
Resolved, that the response to the delegation of Stan Cameron (April 11, 2006 Regular Meeting of the Board), re busing to the Regional Arts Program at Mayfield Secondary School, be received.
.............. carried
12. Recommendations of Special Education Advisory Committee
At a meeting of the Special Education Advisory Committee, held March 21, 2006, there were no recommendations to the Board.
Chair of the Special Education Advisory Committee, Don Stephens, in reference to this evening's delegation (Item 10. refers) regarding the proposed closure of five Enhanced Learning classes in September 2006, confirmed that this issue had been discussed at the Special Education Advisory Committee meeting. There are approximately 200 empty student spaces for Enhanced learners, so classes are recommended to be consolidated.
Resolution No. 06-144 moved by Don Stephens
seconded by Daljit Gill
Resolved, that information regarding the Committee's receipt of the following information, be received:
1. Reports / Information Received
Sustaining Quality Curriculum Review – Mathematics Grades 1 - 8 and 9 -10; Updated Special Education Advisory Committee Member and Alternative Member List; Parent Fact Sheet; Peel Parents for Hearing Impaired Children; Special Presentation – Association for Bright Children, Peel Chapter; Special Education Programs: Criteria For Placement and Program Descriptions: Intellectual – Gifted; Special Education Plan 2006 - 2007: Elementary Class Locations; Report from SEAC Working Group: IEP Brochure; Teaching and Learning Support Plan 2005-2006.
.............. carried
13. Recommendations of Instructional Programs/Curriculum Committee
At a meeting of the Instructional Programs/Curriculum Committee, held April 18, 2006, the following recommendations resulted:
Resolution No. 06-145 moved by Valerie Arnold-Judge
seconded by Brad MacDonald
1. Process for Approval of an International Languages Program
That, the Process for Approval of an International Languages Program, be approved (Appendix I, as attached to the Minutes).
2. Reports / Information Received
Celebrating Faith and Culture Backgrounder – April 2006; Student Success Innovation Fund – Grades 7-12; EQAO Targets: 2006-2007 and 2007-2008; Memorandum from Director Grieve re Transformational Practices, Elementary and Secondary; Memorandum from The Literacy and Numeracy Secretariat re Target Setting and Board Improvement Planning; Memorandum from Deputy Minister of Education, Ben Levin, re Implementation Schedule for Revised Mathematics, Grades 11 and 12; Ministry of Education Backgrounder re Proposed Student Performance Bill.
.............. carried
14. Recommendations of Physical Planning and Building Committee
At a meeting of the Physical Planning and Building Committee, held May 2, 2006, the following recommendations resulted:
Resolution No. 06-146 moved by Sue McFadden
seconded by Warren Kennedy
1. Good Places to Learn – Stage 1 Renewal Borrowing By-Law
That, a resolution enacting the Borrowing By-law, as follows, be approved:
Whereas the Peel District School Board (hereinafter called the Board) deems it necessary to undertake the following project, namely Good Places to Learn – Stage 1 Repairs, at a cost of $53,515,740, and
Whereas the Board has directed the Treasurer of the Board to calculate updated debt and financial obligations and liability limits pursuant to and in accordance with Ontario Regulation 472/98 and the Treasurer has reported to the Board that the estimated annual amount payable in respect of the foregoing project will not cause the Board to exceed its updated limits and that therefore the approval of the Minister of Education is not required before authorizing the foregoing project.
Now therefore be it resolved and be enacted as a by-law of the Board that:
1. The foregoing project be authorized and approved and be financed by current funding, reserve funds, borrowing for an initial term of more than one year from a bank, trust company or credit union, the sale of debentures, or any one or more of the foregoing.
2. Funds from the annual Ministry of Education grant for Good Places to Learn - Stage 1 Repairs be set aside to finance the special renewal program until the funding has been completed.
3. In addition to the foregoing methods of financing the said project, the Board agrees and the Chair or the Vice-Chair and the Treasurer are hereby authorized to borrow by way of promissory notes under the corporate seal of the Board, such sums as may be required to meet expenditures incurred for the purposes of such project as temporary advances pending receipt of current revenue, with interest at such rate as may be agreed upon and to sign and deliver such note or notes on behalf of the Board.
Dated this 9th day of May, 2006.
Janet McDougald Jim Grieve
Chair Secretary
(Appendix I, as attached to the Minutes).
2. Infill Development Applications – City of Mississauga
That, the attached letters (Appendix II, as attached to the Minutes) be sent to the City of Mississauga in response to its circulation of the following development applications:
1. Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment OZ 05-043 – 1969 and 1971 Lakeshore Road West
2. Official Plan, Rezoning and Draft Plan of Subdivision OZ 05-010 and 21T-06001M – East of Hurontario Street and South of Nahani Way
3. Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment OZ 06-003 – 1439 and 1451 Lakeshore Road East; 1013 and 1017 Deta Road
3. Reports / Information Received
Monthly Status Report – Combined Projects; Shared-Use Opportunities with the City of Brampton in the East Brampton Community; Capital Plan Submission to the Ministry of Education; Proposed New Comprehensive Zoning By-law – Town of Caledon; Draft Standards for Playspaces and Equipment; Tender Activity Report – February 25, 2006 to April 21, 2006; Vandalism Report – February 1, 2006 to March 31, 2006; City of Mississauga's Gypsy Moth Infestation and Control Program; Public Notice re Education Charges By-law Amendment.
.............. carried
15. Appointment of Two Trustees (and Two Alternates) to the OPSBA Board of Directors: June 2006 – June 2007
At the Regular Meeting of the Board held April 11, 2006, it was resolved that the Peel District School Board would appoint two trustees and two alternates to serve on the Ontario Public School Boards' Association's Board of Directors for the 2006 – 2007 period (from the 2006 Annual General Meeting to the 2007 Annual General Meeting).
Chair McDougald called for nominations for the positions of Director.
Trustee McFadden nominated Trustee Arnold-Judge.
Trustee Arnold-Judge nominated Trustee Wiilliams.
There were no further nominations.
Chair McDougald announced that Trustees Arnold-Judge and Williams had been elected as members of the Board of Directors.
Chair McDougald called for nominations for the positions of alternate Directors.
Trustee MacDonald nominated Trustee Ford.
Trustee Kennedy nominated Trustee Green.
There were no further nominations.
Chair McDougald announced that Trustees Ford and Green had been elected as alternate members of the Board of Directors of OPSBA for 2006 – 2007.
16. Financial Statements as at March 31, 2006
Resolution No. 06-147 moved by Steve Kavanagh
seconded by Rick Williams
Resolved, that the Financial Statements as at March 31, 2006, be received.
.............. carried
17. EQAO Targets: 2006-2007 and 2007-2008
Chuck Waterman, Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction Support Services, confirmed that the province's target for level 3 or above achievement in reading, writing, and mathematics for Grade 3 and 6 students is 75% for 2008. The Peel DSB's targets for
2006 – 2007, and 2007 – 2008, have been set to achieve the 75% provincial goal by June 2008. He described the Board's 2004 – 2005 results and how they will be improved in future, confirming that transformational practices have started.
Chair McDougald thanked Chuck Waterman and his staff for the work being done in support of the target, confirming that the Board is optimistic that Peel students will reach and surpass the provincial target.
Resolution No. 06-148 moved by Valerie Arnold-Judge
seconded by Beryl Ford
Resolved, that the report re EQAO Targets: 2006 -2007 and 2007 - 2008, be received.
.............. carried
18. 2005/06 Budget Status Update / Motion re Student Transportation Budget Shortfall
Trustees considered the update report, and discussed Budget issues, including why the Peel DSB does not appear to be getting its fair share of the $141 million grants. A concern was expressed that the Board's share of the "new teacher induction" initiative was not in proportion to the need. Associate Director McNally confirmed that the administration analyzes individual grant announcements to maximize the Board's share in every case, but he acknowledged that the criteria sometimes exclude the Board's participation, and it is sometimes unclear why the Board's grant is below other boards. Chair McDougald requested that the administration bring to the Board's attention any circumstances in which the Board's grant level appears to be disproportionate to the total grant given provincially, so this can be pursued.
Resolution No. 06-149 moved by Ruth Thompson
seconded by Steve Kavanagh
Resolved, that the 2005/06 Budget Status Update, be received.
.............. carried
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Resolution No. 06-150 moved by Ruth Thompson
seconded by Beryl Ford
Resolved, that the Board direct the administration to present a proposed Budget for
2006 – 2007 reflecting student transportation expenditure equal to student transportation funding, and to identify the funding shortfall on student transportation as a Budget risk.
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The mover explained that the Board passed a similar motion one year ago, relating to the student transportation overexpenditure, and that the transportation issue needs to be taken up again this year.
Chair McDougald commented that the above Budget motion will allow the administration to plan for the Budget process.
Extensive discussion followed, in which the motion was clarified and then strongly supported. Issues discussed included: the transportation shortfall has been a concern for five or six years and there has not been government assistance for this problem; it is important to reflect the true financial position of the Board including inflation; funds should not be taken from elsewhere in the Budget to shore up the underfunding in the transportation line; whether a balanced Budget can be presented this year. On the latter issue, Associate Director McNally commented that the Board may be in deficit by the end of August, and it will be extraordinarily challenging to get the Budget balanced in 2006 – 2007. It was noted that the Ministry will only request a deficit plan when the deficit position of a board exceeds 10% of its operating Budget.
A Board Member clarified that the administration is required to present a balanced Budget, whether that is a factual position or not. Despite promises from Ministry staff and previous Ministers of Education, no help to the Board has been forthcoming, so he suggested that there may need to be strong motions made dealing with student transportation.
Chair McDougald stated, in response to a query, that the Board has been in a deficit position in transportation since 1997 but that, each year, staff have presented a balanced Budget, by taking away from other areas of the Budget. She explained that this year, there is less flexibility, and staff are not sure whether they can present a balanced Budget for 2006 – 2007, especially with an $11 million shortfall in transportation. Whether there has been any information following the meeting with the MPPs was queried, and
Chair McDougald confirmed that there has been no response. Some members confirmed that they are unwilling to take money from other areas in the Budget to make up the transportation funding shortfall.
In closing debate, the mover explained that, without the motion, the administration would have to make up the student transportation shortfall from elsewhere in the Budget. She confirmed that she is not prepared to take the money out of classrooms, and that the Board may be facing a deficit Budget.
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As the motion on the floor is a Budget motion, Chair McDougald confirmed that a recorded vote would be taken. The result of the motion is as follows:
Yeas: Trustees Green, Kennedy, Gill, Stephens, McFadden, Kavanagh, McDougald, Thompson, Ford, MacDonald, Arnold-Judge, Williams
Nays:
Abstentions
Resolution No. 06-150 .............. carried
(12-0-0)
19. Reports from Ontario Public School Boards’ Association
Resolution No. 06-151 moved by Rick Williams
seconded by Sue McFadden
Resolved, that the following reports, be received:
OPSBA Fast Report, Volume 18, No. 10
OPSBA Fast Report, Volume 18, No. 11
OPSBA Fast Report, Volume 18, No. 12
OPSBA Fast Report, Volume 18, No. 13
.............. carried
20. Reports from Trustee Representatives on Councils/Associations
Trustee Arnold-Judge reported on OPSBA's regional meeting held at the Hamilton DSB, which she, Trustees McFadden and Ford, had attended, and in which Associate
Director Nyman had spoken about this Board's System Planning for Student Success. This speech was well received by OPSBA, and Trustee Arnold-Judge stated that she felt proud to be part of this Board.
21. Question Period
Trustee Green asked about the Board's procedure when parents have their children tested for giftedness by outside clinical psychologists, and whether such reports are accepted by the Peel DSB. Superintendent Teal advised that the tests are accepted. The school psychologist will review the report, and the information is taken to the IPRC. On a question about the Board's normal protocol to identify students for giftedness, Chair McDougald advised the trustee to speak directly with Superintendent Teal.
Trustee MacDonald, noting that the school board grants have not been announced, asked when the Board's Budget discussions will be taking place. It was noted that the Budget discussions will need to be delayed until approximately late June or early July.
Trustee Ford expressed appreciation for the music showcase which was held recently at Chinguacousy Secondary School, stating that the music teachers in Peel did an excellent job, and the performance was one of the best she had ever seen. Students from nineteen Peel secondary schools had participated, and there were approximately 600 people in the audience. She encouraged trustees to attend an upcoming performance of Peel elementary school students, being held at Chinguacousy Secondary School on May 12, 2006.
Trustee Thompson asked why Glenforest Secondary School will not be offering summer school courses this summer. Superintendent Adamson confirmed that the school is unavailable because substantial renovations will be underway during the summer. Trustee Thompson noted that this is the third year of the school not being available, and she asked whether there is any other school available east of Hurontario for credit courses.
Ian Adamson advised that this will be reviewed, and the closest school would be
T.L. Kennedy Secondary School.
22. Public Question Period
Frank D'Aquilla asked whether the Board has looked at the demographics of the congregated gifted classes compared to the general population. He also asked about CCAT testing in the primary grades, and about training provided to grade 4 and 5 teachers regarding CCAT results. Chair McDougald noted that these questions could be part of the gifted review, and/or the administrative response to this evening's delegation.
23. Adoption of the In Committee Report
Resolution No. 06-152 moved by Warren Kennedy
seconded by Brad MacDonald
Resolved, that the Report of the In Committee Session regarding: Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board (In Committee), April 11, 2006; Recommendations of the Physical Planning and Building Committee (In Committee), May 2, 2006; Appointments; Resignations; Retirements; Secondary Principal Appointments; Secondary Vice-Principal Assignment; Elementary Principal Assignments and Appointment; Elementary Vice-Principal Assignments; Response to Trustee Kavanagh's Question re Before and After School Programs; Peel DSB Response to Ontario Public School Boards' Association Draft Submission re Bill 78, be received, and that the recommendations contained therein, be approved.
.............. carried
24. Adjournment
Resolution No. 06-153 moved by Steve Kavanagh
seconded by David Green
Resolved, that the meeting adjourn (21:15 hours).
.............. carried
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RESOLUTIONS APPROVED IN IN COMMITTEE SESSION – MAY 9, 2006
Members present:
Janet McDougald, Chair
Ruth Thompson, Vice-Chair
Valerie Arnold-Judge
Beryl Ford
Daljit Gill (18:05)
David Green
Steve Kavanagh
Warren Kennedy
Brad MacDonald
Sue McFadden
Don Stephens
Rick Williams
1. Approval of Agenda
That, the agenda be approved, as amended.
2. Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board (In Committee), April 11, 2006
That, the Minutes of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board (In Committee), held April 11, 2006, be approved.
3. Recommendations of the Physical Planning and Building Committee (In Committee), May 2, 2006
That, the information about the Physical Planning and Building Committee’s receipt of the following information, be received:
1. Reports / Information Received
Monthly Status Report – Combined Projects; New Regulation for Asbestos Management of Building Additions, Renovations, and Repair Projects; Project Delay and Accommodation Plan - Thorndale Public School and James Potter Public School; Reintroduction of Paper Towels; Best Start Program – Status Report.
4. Appointments
That, the report of appointments of teaching staff to long term contracts (Appendix I), be approved.
5. Resignations
That, the report of resignations of staff (Appendix II), be approved.
6. Retirements
That, the report of retirements of staff, as amended, be received.
7. Secondary Principal Appointments
That, the following principal appointment be approved, effective May 10, 2006:
Kent Armstrong from Vice-Principal at Lorne Park Secondary School to Principal at Gordon Graydon Memorial Secondary School
That, the following acting principal appointments be approved, effective September 5, 2006:
Don Ablett from Vice-Principal at Chinguacousy Secondary School to Acting Principal at North Peel Secondary School
Julie Hunt Gibbons from Vice-Principal at Erindale Secondary School to Acting Principal at Lorne Park Secondary School
8. Secondary Vice-Principal Assignment
That, the following vice-principal assignment be approved, effective September 5, 2006:
Gail Anderson from Vice-Principal at Kingswood Drive Public School to Vice-Principal at Parkholme School
9. Elementary Principal Assignments and Appointment
That, the following principal assignments be approved, effective September 5, 2006:
Moira Chevalier from Principal of Fallingbrook Middle School to Principal at R. J. Lee Public School
Gaye Clarke from PPVPA Secondment to Principal at Fallingbrook Middle School
Michael Brown from Principal at Corliss Public School to Principal at Darcel Avenue Senior Public School
Lorraine Bayliss from Corliss Public School to Principal at Massey Street Public School
Albert Evans from Principal at Ellwood Memorial Public School to principal at McBride Avenue Public School
That, the following principal appointment be approved, effective September 5, 2006:
Sandy Kissoon-Singh from Vice-Principal at Huntington Ridge Public School to Principal at Corliss Public School
10. Elementary Vice-Principal Assignments
That, the following vice-principal assignments be approved, effective September 5, 2006:
Laurie Johnson from .5 Vice-Principal at R. J. Lee Public School and .5 Vice-Principal at Stanley Mills Public School to Vice-Principal at Stanley Mills Public School
David Chalmers from Vice-Principal at Allan A. Martin Senior Public School to .5 Vice-Principal at Allan A. Martin Senior Public School and .5 Vice-Principal at Tomken Road Senior Public School
Donnette Strickland-Nurse from Vice-Principal on leave to .5 Vice-Principal at Silverthorn Public School and .5 Vice-Principal at Dixie Public School
Lydia Renahan from .5 Vice-Principal at Fairwind Senior Public School and .5 Vice-Principal at Dixie Public School to Vice-Principal at Briarwood Public School
Reet Sehr from Vice-Principal at Hillside Senior Public School to Vice-Principal at Fairview Public School
Rob Lobovsky from .5 Vice-Principal at Trelawny Public School and .5 Vice-Principal at Lisgar Public School to Vice-Principal at Plum Tree Park Public School
Steve Pass from .5 Vice-Principal at Plowman's Park Public School and .50 Vice-Principal at Osprey Woods Public School to Vice-Principal at Plowman's Park Public School
Margaret Harnarine-Ali from .5 Vice-Principal at Great Lakes Public School and .5 Vice-Principal at Springdale Middle School to Vice-Principal at Lougheed Middle School
Wendy Peyer from Vice-Principal at Folkstone Public School to Vice-Principal at Dorset Drive Public School
Karen Jackson from Vice-Principal at Aloma Public School to Vice-Principal at Palgrave Public School
Sharon Totafurno from Vice-Principal at Edenwood Middle School to Vice-Principal at Huntington Ridge Public School
Lynn O'Brien from .5 Vice-Principal at Shelter Bay Public School and .5 Vice-Principal at Miller's Grove Public School to Vice-Principal at Edenwood Middle School
Peter Ferri from Vice-Principal at Parkholme School to Vice-Principal at Rowntree Public School
Simone Gravesande from .5 Vice-Principal at Riverside Public School and .5 Vice-Principal at Whiteoaks Public School to Vice-Principal at Whiteoaks Public School
11. Response to Trustee Kavanagh's Question re Before and After School Programs
That, the Response to Trustee Kavanagh's Question re Before and After School Programs, be referred to the Open Session of the Regular Meeting of the Board.
12. Peel DSB Response to Ontario Public School Boards' Association Draft Submission re Bill 78
That, Peel DSB Response to Ontario Public School Boards' Association Draft Submission re Bill 78, as amended, be received.
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