Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board Special Education Advisory Committee Meeting
The committee discussed core education funding and budget strategies for the upcoming academic year. A significant focus was placed on the special education service delivery model, with recommendations proposed concerning student safety, equitable access to education, and staffing challenges. The committee reviewed financial updates, including allocations for classroom teachers, educational assistants, and assistive technology. Other key discussion points included goal setting, accessibility planning, the status of psychological assessment waitlists, and various association reports regarding student support and resources.
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Special Education Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda and Minutes
The committee discussed special education planning for the 2026-2027 school year, including budget reviews, membership renewal processes, and accessibility barrier removal initiatives. Key discussions covered the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) development process, updates from the Accessibility Planning Committee, and the implementation of a coherent K-12 independence skills continuum. Additionally, reports were received regarding association support programs for students with autism and learning disabilities, as well as updates on student trustee elections.
Mar 11, 2026·Board meeting
Special Education Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee held a presentation on Individualized Education Plans, covering the regulatory framework, development processes, and the importance of home-school collaboration. Discussions included efforts to recruit new committee members, updates from the Accessibility Planning Committee, and a review of the Special Education Plan checklist. Additionally, the committee discussed a collaborative initiative among multiple Catholic school boards to develop a K-12 independence skills continuum for students with special needs. Various reports were provided by trustees, community associations, and the student senate, and upcoming community awareness events related to autism and learning disabilities were highlighted.
