Recent activity at Simcoe County District School Board
Meetings, budgets, and plans from this organization.
Oct 28, 2026·Board meeting
Simco County District School Board Regular Board Meeting
The board discussed a report from student trustees regarding school transitions and student workload support. Key actions included the approval of bylaw revisions to align governance structures and committees with provincial legislation, updates to the Trustee Honorarium policy, and revisions to policies regarding the use of copyright-protected works, signing authorities, and professional learning frameworks for educators.
Oct 6, 2026·Board meeting
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The committee reviewed and accepted the annual report, which detailed accomplishments including outreach activities and committee expenditures. Members approved a $3,000 budget for the upcoming school council connection event and finalized the event's logistics. The agenda included a review of committee bylaws, specifically addressing succession planning for leadership roles and formalizing procedures for virtual and in-person participation. Additionally, the meeting featured discussions on student absenteeism, mental health support, and strategies for fostering inclusive environments.
Oct 5, 2026·Board meeting
Simcoe County District School Board Special Education Advisory Committee Special Education Advisory Committee Meeting
The committee meeting focused on a presentation from a delegate advocating for the establishment of a specialized program for deaf and hard-of-hearing students within the school board. The discussion explored the benefits of such a program, including improved access to language, reduced social isolation, specialized instructional support, and peer interaction. Members inquired about the potential structure of the program, the number of students served, and whether a centralized location would be feasible given the large geographic area of the school board. The delegate highlighted personal experiences and the practices of neighboring school boards as justification for the proposal.
Sep 23, 2026·Board meeting
Simcoe County District School Board Regular Board Meeting
The board meeting included a report from the student senate regarding the upcoming school year, a trustee tribute recognizing a staff member for an outstanding service award, a decision regarding First Nation representation on the board of trustees, and a staff presentation providing an overview of the summer learning program.
