Dawn Sudsbury

The committee meeting covered a presentation on the Multi-disciplinary Inclusion Team's service model and system updates regarding special education services, including budget stability, funding for summer programs, and staffing adjustments. Department updates included joint professional learning initiatives, transition protocols for students, and the acquisition of new classroom resources. The committee also conducted reviews of sections of the Special Education Plan and the Parent/Guardian Guide, and received reports on community and association news involving youth transition programs and training initiatives.

The meeting included a CEO's update covering strategic plan initiatives, community breakfasts, the upcoming balanced budget, progress on the Outdoor Education and Indigenous Center, school council engagement strategies, and student voice summit insights regarding equity and anti-racism. Additionally, the committee received a presentation on building connections with children, discussed administrative requirements for annual parent engagement reporting, addressed questions regarding school attendance and childcare jurisdictions, and reviewed committee correspondence.

The board meeting included the presentation of Director's Recognition Awards to retiring staff members, updates on the Strategic Plan and Student Voice Forums, and the announcement of a title change for the Director of Education following Bill 101. Committee reports were provided regarding Supervised Alternative Learning, Special Education Advisory, Governance and Policy, and Finance and Administration. The board discussed and approved policy changes, the rescinding of certain policies, and the planning of a future Special Meeting to review the budget. Staffing metrics for the second semester were also reviewed.

The board meetings covered a wide range of topics, including budget presentations and planning for the 2026-2027 school year, and formal confirmation of SEAC input into the budget. Administrative updates included a report on the Strategic Plan, recognition of staff and student trustees, and committee reports from the Supervised Alternative Learning, Special Education Advisory, and Governance and Policy committees. Trustees also finalized policy changes, confirmed the Director's Performance Appraisal process, reviewed staffing data, and shared community and student senate updates.

The committee meeting focused on reviewing and revising several board policies in response to provincial legislation, including Bill 101. Key topics included the recommendation to rescind policies on trustee attendance at conferences, trustee associations, self-funded leave plans, and inclement weather. The committee also discussed and recommended changes to policies regarding reimbursement of trustee expenses, school funds administration, procurement of goods and services, facility partnerships, and the advertising and distribution of materials.