Lisa Bilodeau

Key discussion points included the formal approval of the agenda and the acknowledgment that minutes from the previous meeting were approved. The host school, Notre Dame Catholic School, provided a presentation. Updates were provided regarding upcoming school visits by committee members to determine needs for the new school year. Association reports were given by representatives from Bruce-Grey Child & Family Services, Community Living Owen Sound & District, and Community Living Walkerton & District, with no specific reports given by these associations. The committee also reviewed the SEAC Terms of Reference.

Key discussions during the meeting included the Land Acknowledgement, Opening Prayer, and Virtue of the Month observance. The agenda was approved, and minutes from previous meetings were accepted. Presentations included the Chair of the Board's inaugural address, an EQAO Report comparing local results to provincial standards across various grades and subjects, and the Director's Annual Report for 2024-2025. Updates were provided on the strategic plan milestone progress and committee assignments for 2025/2026. Under Student Achievement and Well Being, the Board endorsed the 2025/2026 Math Achievement Action Plan (MAAP) and approved a consultation process regarding the language of instruction for Math in French Immersion schools. Student Trustee Reports were received and accepted. Several policies were recommended for approval, including those concerning school water systems flushing for lead, Catholic Parent Involvement Committee, enrolment registers, fees for learning materials, access to premises, and security of board facilities. Several committee reports were also received for information.

The meeting commenced with a Prayer and Land Acknowledgement. The agenda was approved as presented. Key discussions included Special Services Updates and Requests for SEAC Input, focusing on two Ministry-funded 'Removing Barriers Projects': establishing universal accommodations for K-12 classrooms to promote inclusivity, and developing a continuum for high-needs students in collaboration with other boards. Association reports were provided by representatives from Bruce-Grey Child & Family Services, Community Living Owen Sound & District, TVCC, and Community Living Walkerton & District. The committee also reviewed the SEAC Terms of Reference.

The meeting agenda included a Prayer & Land Acknowledgement, followed by the approval of the agenda itself. Key discussion items featured a presentation by the host school, Immaculate Conception School, and a guest presentation concerning Project Search. Further items involved Special Services Updates and requests for committee input, including approval of a Ministry Letter. Association reports were provided by Bruce-Grey Child & Family Services, noting holiday support availability, and Community Living Owen Sound & District, confirming the need for the aforementioned letter. The committee also addressed the SEAC Terms of Reference.

The Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board (BGCDSB) reviewed EQAO results, comparing them to provincial standards for Grades 3 and 6 in reading, writing, and math, as well as secondary OSSLT and Grade 9 Math results. The Director of Education presented the Annual Report for 2024-2025 and provided an update on the 2024-2025 milestones progress for the strategic plan. The Board endorsed the BGCDSB Math Achievement Action Plan (MAAP) for 2025/2026 and approved a French Immersion Math Consultation Process to gather feedback on the language of instruction for Math in French Immersion classrooms. Student Trustees highlighted the St. Mary's High School Senior Boys' Volleyball Team winning the 2025 OFSAA AA Championship and the holiday creations made by Sacred Heart High School Woodshop and Visual Art students for Brucelea Haven residents.