Board Meeting Highlights
September 21, 2024 Board Meeting Highlights
Parent Newsletter
View September's Parent Newsletter - Tips for Back to School, from Lisa Devlin, Mental Health Lead.
Board Recognition
The Board recognized the exemplary dedication of John Young and Gary Ball, Custodians at St. Mary School
Presentations
- Mental Health Plan Presentation
- Information Systems Year-to-Date Presentation
Administrative Procedures:
The following Administrative Procedures have been revised/approved:
- A-05, Board Meeting Attendance
- B-05, Code of Conduct
- D-05, Tobacco, Cannabis and Vaping
- D-12, Cell phones and Personal Mobile Devices
- F-15, BASP Wait List Procedure
- F-16, BASP Sanitary Practices Procedure
- F-17, BASP Monitoring Compliance and Contraventions
- F-18, BASP Supervision of Volunteers and Students
- F-19, Serious Occurrence
- F-20, BASP Emergency Management
- F-21, Boil Water Advisory
- G-40, Training and Development for BASP Staff
- H-31, BASP Statement of Implementation
- I-02, Parent Issues and Concerns
- H-32, Enforcement of Restrictions to student Personal Mobile Device Use
- I-03, Communication Requirements for Guest Speakers
June 8, 2024 Board Meeting Highlights
June 8, 2024 Board Meeting Highlights
Parent Newsletter
View June's Parent Newsletter Indigenous Education from Michelle Tymkin, Indigenous Education Lead.
Board Recognition
The Board recognized the exemplary dedication of Laura Lee, Acting Principal at St. Patrick's School
Reports - Items for Decisions
The Board approved:
- The Special Education Advisory Committee Chair Annual Report
- The Plan for the Provision of Special Education Programs and Services
Administrative Procedures:
The following Administrative Procedures have been revised:
May 21, 2024 Board Meeting Highlights
May 21, 2024 Board Meeting Highlights
Parent Newsletter:
View May's Parent Newsletter Navigating the Path to Success: Supporting Your Child's Learning Journey from Shelly Durance, Special Education Coordinator
Board Recognition
The Board recognized the exemplary leadership and commitment of Colin Drombolis, Manager of Information Systems.
The Board recognized the exemplary leadership and commitment of Jennifer McMaster, Superintendent of Education.
Presentations
Stacy Montgomery, Literacy Lead presented a Literacy Program update.
Lisa Devlin, Mental Health Lead, presented the proposed 3-year Mental Health Strategy for Trustee consultation
Mandy Walker, Math Board Action Lead presented a Math Achievement Update.
Faith Formation
Faith Day Update, submitted by Michael Nerino, Catholicity Coordinator/Board Chaplain
Administrative Procedures:
The following Administrative Procedures have been revised:
- C-01, Accounting for School Funds
- C-12, Charitable Donations & Receipts *NEW
- H-13, Student Fundraising Projects
Chairperson Report
Members have been selected for the Director of Education Performance Appraisal Committee.
St. Patrick's School Before and After School Program
Plans for the St. Patrick's School Before and After School Program are progressing with the development of a Parent Handbook and Board Procedures.
April 16, 2024 Board Meeting Highlights
April 16, 2024 Board Meeting Highlights
Parent Newsletter:
View April's Parent Newsletter from Tara Johnson, Autism and Positive Behaviour Lead
Board Recognition
The Board recognized Nicole Robinson, School Secretary at Our Lady of the Way School for her constant dedication to the students and staff. Thank you Nicole!
Presentations
Michelle Tymkin, Indigenous Education Lead presented an Indigenous Education Update.
Faith Formation
Easter, Faith Day Reminder, and Catholic Education Week Preview, submitted by Michael Nerino, Catholicity Coordinator/Board Chaplain
Community Input Survey
Community Input Survey Results were shared.
Administrative Procedures:
The following Administrative Procedures have been revised:
- A-06, Trustee Travel and Professional Development
- C-02, Staff Travel and Professional Development Expenses
- C-06, Procurement
- G-28, Accommodation and Return to Work
- H-07, Safe and Accepting Schools: Student Discipline Overview
- H-07(E), Delegation of Authority Regarding Discipline
- H-07(F), Supporting of Students & Parents Procedures
- H-11, Early and Ongoing Identification of Children's Needs
- H-20, Safe Arrival & Safe Dismissal of Students
Before & After School Program at St. Patrick's School
Plans are in motion for TNCDSB to offer a before and after school program at St. Patrick's School in the upcoming school year.
St. Joseph's School
TNCDSB is exploring the options of a new building for St. Joseph's School.
March 19, 2024 Board Meeting Highlights
March 19, 2024 Board Meeting Highlights
Board Recognition
TNCDSB recognizes Sharla Larsen, Board Speech and Language Pathologist.
Presentations:
Math Action Plan - Mid-Year Update
Accommodation Review
5 Year Capital Plan
The 5 Year Capital Plan was approved
Faith Formation
Faith Day Preview and Lent , submitted by Mike Nerino, Catholicity Coordinator/Board Chaplain
Revised Board Procedures
February 20, 2024 Board Meeting Highlights
February 20, 2024 Board Meeting Highlights
Newsletter
View this month's newsletter from Experiential Learning Lead, Tiffany Goulet
Board Recognition
The Board recognizes Alina Hall, Secretary and Educational Assistant at Sacred Heart School.
Presentations:
Technology Enabled Learning Program Year-to-Date Presentation presented by Keri Nazvesky, T.E.L.T.
2024-2025 School Year Calendar
The 2024-2025 School Year DRAFT Calendar was approved to submit for approval to the Ministry of Education.
Faith Formation
New Resource Media and Lent in our Schools, submitted by Mike Nerino, Catholicity Coordinator/Board Chaplain
Revised Board Procedures
- H-16, Safe and Healthy Schools for Children with Allergies
- H-22, Life Promotion
- H-29, Cold Weather Guidelines
St. Mary School Addition
The St. Mary School Addition is progressing well.
January 16, 2024 Board Meeting Highlights
Board Recognition
Staff recognized for their commitment and dedication to the Board:
Darren Larson, Head Custodian at St. Mary School
Jennifer Rathwell, Assistant Superintendent of Education
Presentations:
Experiential Learning Update presented by Tiffany Goulet, Experiential Learning Lead
LIFT Project Presentation, presented by Kevin Gemmell, Teacher at OLOW
Revised Board Procedures:
The following Board Procedures were revised: