October 8, 2014 Board Highlights

Introduction:
The Board Chairperson recognized that October 5th was World Teachers’ Day.
1. Introduction of New Vice-Principal Dana Patterson, Vice-Principal, Okanagan Mission Secondary School, was introduced and congratulated
on her new administrative position.

Recognition:
1. The Board of Education recognized the following grade 12 Kelowna Secondary School students for placing
first, second and third in the Hong Kong Veterans Commemorative Association (HKVCA) Cross Canada
Writing Contest:

 Emily Ganske
 Angel Yu
 Katie Webb

1. Graeme Stacey, a teacher at École Kelowna Secondary School, was recognized by the Board of Education for receiving a Minister of Veterans’ Affairs Commendation.
2. Rhonda Draper, a teacher at École Glenmore Elementary School, was recognized by the Board of Education as the recipient of UBC Okanagan’s Excellence in Teaching Award.

Presentation:
1. School Opening Report – Part 2
The Superintendent presented the School Opening Report – Part 2. Overall, District enrolment has increased by 14 students over last year. We currently have 21,327 students. The differences between this year and last year are as follows:
 Secondary schools are 40 students over their projected enrolment, and they have 230 more students than they had by September 30, 2013.
 Middle schools are 50 students over their projected enrolment, and they have 15 more students than they had by September 30, 2013.
 Elementary schools are 7 students over their projected enrolment, but more significantly they have 164 fewer students than they had by September 30, 2013 (Most of this reduction is as a result of the change in grade configurations in the Mission and Lake Country zones of the District.

 Alternate student enrolment is currently 309 students compared to 404 students for the same time

 Alternate student enrolment is currently 309 students compared to 404 students for the same time last year. However, this number is expected to increase prior to the provincial enrolment count of October 17, 2014. While the total number of students in the School District is increasing slightly this year, where those students live and attend school is gradually changing.

Action Items:
1. Regional Strategic Transportation Plan Endorsement
The Board of Education agreed to send a letter of support to the City of Kelowna/Sustainable Transportation Partnership of the Central Okanagan (STPCO) endorsing the Regional Strategic Transportation Plan and including a request that the School District be involved in future planning of the
Regional Strategic Transportation Plan.
2. 2014/2015 School Bus Replacement Request
The Board of Education approved the 2014/2015 School Bus Replacement Request. This year’s capital request for six replacement buses is within the Ministry guidelines and will reduce ongoing maintenance costs on the current fleet. If the Ministry of Education approves the District’s request, the replacement buses will meet all of the latest CSA-D250 safety standards and will assist in the reduction of diesel emissions.
3. Request for Endorsement of the Community Plan for a Public System of Integrated Early Care and Learning ($10/day Child Care Plan) Proposed by the Coalition of Child Care Advocates of BC and Early Childhood Educators of BC
The Board of Education expressed support of the concept of a universal daycare system in British Columbia and that it be fully funded by the provincial government.
4. Request from the District of Lake Country to Support their Request for the Re-Installation of a 4-Way Stop at the Intersection of Pelmewash Parkway and Oyama Road
The Board of Education agreed to write a letter to the Minister of Highways and Infrastructure in support of the District of Lake Country’s request that a four-way stop be reinstalled at the intersection of Pelmewash Parkway and Oyama Road.

5. Letter to the Minister of Education Regarding Use of the BCEd Plan Brand
The Board of Education agreed to write a letter to the Minister of Education regarding the inappropriate use of the BCEd Plan brand in politically-oriented messaging.
6. School Age Before and After School Care Program (and Possibly a Preschool Program) at ÉcoleCasorso Elementary School The Board of Education approved support for the grant application for The Clubhouse Child Care Center

The Board of Education approved support for the grant application for The Clubhouse Child Care Center to operate a school age before and after school care program (and possibly a preschool program) at École Casorso Elementary School.

Information Items:
1. Superintendent’s Emergent Issues
The Superintendent reported on the following:
– District staff members have started discussions with Lake Country Parent Advisory Councils (PAC’s) regarding potential changes in catchment areas. District staff met with the Oyama PAC on September 29, 2014. Staff will be meeting with the Davidson Road Elementary School PAC on Thursday, October 9, 2014 (5:30 p.m.) at Davidson Road Elementary School and plan to meet with the École Peter Greer Elementary School PAC on Tuesday, October 14, 2014 (6:30 p.m.) at École Peter Greer Elementary School. Meetings will also be organized for the Lake Country Community and for the George Elliot Secondary School PAC.

The following items were reviewed by the Board:
1. Summer Projects 2014
2. Tender for Audit Services
3. System Goals for the 2014/2015 School Year
4. Level 4 and 5 Field Trip Summary Information
5. Trustee Attendance at Remembrance Day Ceremonies

• Kelowna – Trustee Brinkerhoff and Trustee Gorman
• Lake Country – Trustee Butler
• Peachland – Trustee Baxter
• Rutland – Trustee Cacchioni and Trustee Pendharkar
• West Kelowna – Trustee Fraser

6. Field Trips 2014/2015
7. General Statement

 

September 24, 2014 Board Highlights

Introduction:

1. Introduction of New Principals/Vice-Principals and new Central Okanagan School Business Officials (COSBO) Members

• David Johnson, Vice-Principal, Springvalley Elementary School
• Michelle Kaupp, Vice-Principal, George Pringle Elementary School
• Michelle Relova, Vice-Principal, Davidson Road Elementary School
• Nathalie Messent, Homestay Coordinator (KSS, GESS, SMS, and Dr. Knox)
• Olivia Zhao, Homestay Coordinator (RSS and OKM)

Proclamations:

Moyra Baxter, Chairperson of the Board of Education, made the following Proclamations:

CANADIAN STUDENT LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE 2014

WHEREAS: The major goal of the Canadian Student Leadership Conference is to enhance the leadership skills of Canadian students;

WHEREAS: The Canadian Student Leadership Conference provides an annual opportunity for students from across Canada to come together to learn more about leadership;

WHEREAS: The Canadian Student Leadership Association and the Central Okanagan School District are hosting the 30th Annual Canadian Student Leadership Conference from September 23, 2014 to September 27, 2014;

WHEREAS: This year’s conference will inspire students across Canada to take action to improve

their schools and communities and foster HOPE;

I, Moyra Baxter, Chairperson of the Board of Education for School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan), do hereby proclaim it to be:

STUDENT LEADERSHIP WEEK IN THE CENTRAL OKANAGAN SCHOOL DISTRICT

INTERNATIONAL WALK TO SCHOOL WEEK

The Central Okanagan Board of Education declares October 6 – 10, 2014 as “International Walk to School Week” in School District No. 23.

Presentation:

1. School Opening Report – Part 1

The Superintendent presented the School Opening Report – Part 1. This report covers the time period of September 22 to 24, 2014 and provides an update regarding the first days of the school year. Schools in the District reported busier than usual start-ups this year due to the late start and the challenges with not being able to process all the registrations and course/program requests during the traditional registration week. Schools staffs also reported the positive energy that came from the return of students after the extended break.

To date the majority of schools appear to be coming in reasonably close to their projected enrolment numbers, although there is more variation this year than in previous years. Most schools in the District have reported losing a number of students to other educational providers (independent schools, on-line programs or to home schooling). As of September 24, 2014, 216 students who were previously registered in School District No. 23 schools have selected alternate means of getting their education. It remains to be seen whether the District recovers some of these students in the days and weeks to come. Overall, it is anticipated that the District will experience a modest overall increase in enrolment over last year. Obviously, this number would have been greater had there not been a late start to the year.

The labour disruption in the BC Public School system has had a negative impact on the Central Okanagan School District International Education Program. As a result, we have had students and agents choosing programs in other provinces and other countries and we have not realized the growth we had anticipated. The Welcome Centre for the School District helped settle 160 students and their families into the Central Okanagan schools and community over the past year.

Three major capital projects were scheduled for completion this summer: the new Mar Jok Elementary School, the Okanagan Mission Secondary School addition, and the George Elliot Secondary School annex.

The School Opening Report – Part 2 will be presented at the Wednesday, October 8, 2014 Public Board meeting.

Action Items:

1. Audited Financial Statements Fiscal Year 2013/2014

The Board of Education received and approved the Audited Financial Statements Fiscal Year 2013/2014. The fiscal and accounting processes were once again found to be comprehensive and appropriate.

2. Constable Neil Bruce Middle School – Daimler Road Parking – Interim Safety Improvements

The Board of Education agreed to send a letter to the District of West Kelowna commending the work done on improving safety and traffic congestion concerns at Constable Neil Bruce Middle School, reiterating that, per the Board’s letter of March 14, 2014, capital assistance for off-site roadways and sidewalks is beyond the Central Okanagan School District’s financial ability and mandate, and advising that staff will continue to assess the situation.

Information Items:

1. Superintendent’s Emergent Issues

The Superintendent reported on the following:

• Staff members have delayed bringing forward the 2014-2015 work plan because of the late start to the school year. However, this plan will be coming forward at an upcoming Public Board meeting.
• We are seeing more balanced student enrolments in West Kelowna between Shannon Lake Elementary School (402), Rose Valley Elementary School (317), and the new Mar Jok Elementary School (406).
• District staff plan to attend PAC meetings in Lake Country this fall to seek input on the reconfiguration of school boundaries in Lake Country.
• District staff are also continuing to review the French Immersion program and the possible opening of an additional French Immersion middle school program.
• Community consultation sessions will be scheduled to engage the Rutland community in discussions regarding the timing of implementing the District’s approved Grade Configuration (grades 1-5, 6-8, and 9-12) in the Rutland area.

The following items were reviewed by the Board:

1. School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan) 2013/2014 Public Sector Executive Compensation Report

2. BCSTA Strategic Plan 2014-2015

3. General Statement

September 10, 2014 Board Highlights

Presentation:

1. School Opening Report – Part 1

The Superintendent declared that there would be no school opening report due to the ongoing labour dispute. This report will be presented once the school year is underway.

Action Items:

1. Approval of the Establishment of the Mar Jok Elementary School Parent Advisory Council

The Board of Education approved the application from the Mar Jok Elementary School parents for the establishment of the Mar Jok Elementary School Parent Advisory Council in accordance with Section 8 of the BC School Act.

2. Amendments to Policy 140 – School Board Standing and Ad Hoc Committees, and Policy 146 – General Affairs Committee

The Board of Education approved the amendments to Policy 140 – School Board Standing and Ad Hoc Committees and Policy 146 – General Affairs Committee.

3. Amendments to Policy 115 – Inaugural and Annual Board Meetings, Policy 145 – Coordinating

Committee, Policy 150 – Education and Student Services Committee, Policy 155 – Planning and Facilities Committee, Policy 160 – Finance and Legal Committee, Policy 165 – Human Resources and Staff Services Committee, and Policy 190 – Trustee Expenses The Board of Education approved the amendments to the Policies noted above to reflect the change in the trustee term of service from 3 to 4 years.

Information Items:

1. Update on Labour Situation

• The Board of Education agreed to write a letter endorsing the BCSTA Advocacy Update of September 9, 2014, in particular appealing to both sides to move beyond their current position to make meaningful and real concessions with the assistance of a mediator.
• The Board of Education agreed to write a letter to the government regarding the makeup of the BCSPSEA Board of Directors, advocating for the reinstatement of the original Board of Directors as existed previously, with the original number of Trustees sitting on the Board.

2. Superintendent’s Emergent Issues

The Superintendent reported on the following:

• Canadian Student Leadership Conference: For the past three years, the District has been preparing to host the 2014 Canadian Student Leadership Conference which is scheduled to be held from Tuesday, September 23rd, 2014 to Saturday, September 27th, 2014. Over 700 students and teachers from across Canada will be attending this leadership conference. As a result of the current labour dispute, the District is challenged to host events at local schools. As such, the Superintendent will be writing a letter to the President of the BCTF, Jim Iker, requesting that KSS be exempt from pickets so that the conference can be held there. As well, the District will request that pickets be removed from the Dease Road Operations site, enabling bus transportation for student delegates. District staff are also in the process of sending out a News Release to the media regarding the need for billets and additional volunteers to support this national student leadership conference. The Superintendent reiterated that he recognizes this is a challenging time to host this event and requests understanding from all parties of the need to honour the commitment that was made.

The following items were reviewed by the Board:

1. Reporting Expectations for Strike Savings

The Secretary-Treasurer discussed the recent expanded reporting requirements from the government on all savings incurred by the current labour dispute.

2. Trustee Handbook – Update

3. Kelowna Art Gallery – Year-End Report

4. Eye See…..Eye Learn Program

The British Columbia Association of Optometrists (BCAO) have partnered to provide an eye examination and free prescription eyeglass program called “Eye See . . . Eye Learn”, for all Kindergarten children in the Central Okanagan School District.

5. Trustee Attendance – COPAC Meetings September to December 2014

6. Month End Enrolment – June 2014

7. Field Trips 2014/2015

8. General Statement

July 16, 2014 Special Public Board Highlights

Action Items:

1. School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan) Bylaw No. 16 – Election 2014

The Board of Education read a third and final time, passed and adopted School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan) Bylaw No. 16 – Election 2014. This Bylaw establishes the process to be followed for the upcoming election of trustees for the future Board of Education, which will now serve a four year term.

2. Superintendent Emergent Items

The Superintendent advised the Board that the current provincial labour dispute is ongoing and there are no significant updates at this time. Considering the possibility that the new school year may begin with job action still taking place, the importance of developing contingency plans for the following was discussed:

• International Education
  • The District is preparing for the arrival of 250 International students. In honouring the commitments that have been made to these students and their families, District staff is engaged in preliminary planning of alternate programing.
• Canadian Student Leadership Conference (CSLC) – September 23-27, 2014
  • The District is engaging in dialogue with partnership groups regarding the challenges that may be associated with running this large national conference if the labour dispute continues.

June 25, 2014 Board Highlights

Recognition:

1. Sarina Bouvier, Grade 11, Kelowna Secondary School

Sarina Bouvier, a grade 11 student at Kelowna Secondary School, was recognized by the Board of Education for placing 2nd in the National Aboriginal Arts and Stories Competition. Sarina’s story, “Changes”, is posted on our-story.ca.

2. Freya Kellet, Grade 12, Okanagan Mission Secondary School

The Board of Education recognized Freya Kellet, a grade 12 student at Okanagan Mission Secondary School, for winning a TD Scholarship for Community Leadership.

Presentation:

1. Superintendent of Schools “Year in Review”

The Superintendent provided an overview of the 2013/2014 school year identifying achievements, special events, challenges and business involving the Board of Education.

The Superintendent identified many achievements/accomplishments to be proud of including:

– the signing of the District’s second five-year Enhancement Agreement

– the 100 year celebration of Central Schools

– the first ever student-led social media conference – SoMe Summit

– the on-line student registration program, eliminating the need for parents to line up overnight to gain entry into their school of choice

Noteworthy gains were recognized in student achievement. In particular:

– the Six Year Graduation Rate is now at 86.5% compared to the provincial average of 83.6%

– the Aboriginal Graduation Rate is now at 66.7% compared to the provincial average of 59.4% in the

2012-2013 school year

– the reduction of primary student vulnerability (now down to 11%) Student involvement in We Day, Harmony Day, National Aboriginal Day, Family Literacy Day and several other recognition days have led to positive school cultures, student leadership opportunities as well as local and global citizenship.

In 2013/2014 highlights from the business of the Board included:

– establishing new catchment areas for the Westside

– the construction of the new Mar Jok Elementary School, the addition to Okanagan Mission Secondary School, and the annex at George Elliot Secondary School to house grade 7 students (all scheduled to open in September 2014)

– establishing the 2014-2015 budget including the plan to deal with a $4.0M budget shortfall

– adopting an on-line payment program for

parents to use in paying school fees

– managing claims for 29 Districts in the Province which has generated significant over $1.0M in revenue for our students

– the International Education Program generating net revenues for the District in excess of $750,000 this year with 317 students coming from 26 different countries to study here The Superintendent thanked the Board of Education, all staff members, partner groups, and the community for their efforts to support student achievement this year. Superintendent Gloster also acknowledged the retirements of 42 teachers, 5 administrators, 3 members of the management staff and 34 support staff.

The Board Chairperson acknowledged the efforts of senior staff, exempt staff, and principals/vice-principals to help support this year’s graduation ceremonies. Additionally, the Chair recognized the challenges of all involved in the current provincial labour dispute and hopes for a resolution before the first Public Board meeting of the 2014-2015 school year.

(The Superintendent’s “Year in Review” summary is available on the Central Okanagan School District website.)

Action Items:

1. District Student Council Request to Review Policy Form 525.4 – Student Using Vehicle During School Hours

At the May 28, 2014 Public Board Meeting, members of the District Student Council provided a presentation requesting that the Board of Education amend Policy Form 525.4 – Student Using Vehicle During School Hours to align with the Provincial Graduated Licensing Program which allows the Novice (N) driver to have one passenger who is not a family member. The Board of Education agreed to refer this agenda item to the first General Affairs Committee of the 2014-2015 school year for further discussion.

2. School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan) Annual Budget Fiscal Year 2014/2015

The Board of Education give first, second and third readings, passed and adopted, the School District No.23 (Central Okanagan) Annual Budget Bylaw in the amount of $216,906,802.

3. Policy Review: Policy 650 – Public Use of School Facilities, 650A – Public Use of School Facilities Schedule of Rental Fees (Appendix) and 650R – Public Use of School Facilities (Regulations)

The Board of Education affirmed Policy 650 – Public Use of School Facilities, affirmed Policy 650R – Public Use of School Facilities (Regulations), and approved the amendments to Appendix 650A – Public Use of School Facilities.

4. Transportation – Additional Service Routes

The Board of Education waived the requirement in Policy 470 and Regulations 470R – Transportation Services Management to collect the actual cost for Additional Service Routes and, for the 2014/2015 school year, set the transportation charge for all riders at the level established in Motion 12P-059 (April 25, 2012 Public Board Meeting).

5. Amendments to Policy 605 – Educational Facility Planning

The Board of Education decided to refer Policy 605 – Educational Facility Planning to the Planning and Facilities Committee for further review.

6. Enhancement Agreement – Oyama Traditional School Outdoor Classroom

The Board of Education agreed to enter into an Enhancement Agreement with the Oyama Traditional School Parent Advisory Council for creation of an outdoor classroom, subject to:

• completion of a jurisdictional agreement with CUPE Local 3523; and
• approval for final costing estimates for work done by Operations staff.

7. Lake Country Elementary School Catchment Area Review Work Plan

The Board of Education approved a work plan for the Lake Country Elementary School Catchment Area Review.

8. Raymer Elementary School – Road Widening and Sidewalk Design

The Board of Education gave first, second and third readings, and adopted School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan) Property Bylaw No. 130 (Land Exchange Agreement with the City of Kelowna).

9. Ministry Notification – Opening of Mar Jok Elementary School – September 2014

In compliance with Ministerial Order 194/08 (M194/08) and Section 73 of the School Act, the Board of Education directed staff to provide the Ministry of Education with written notification of the September 2014 opening of Mar Jok Elementary School. The written notification will include the school’s name, facility number, address and the date on which the school will open, as well as the Principal’s name.

10. School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan) Bylaw No. 16 – Election 2014

The Board of Education gave first and second readings to School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan) Bylaw No. 16 – Election 2014. The Board of Education decided that a Special Public Board Meeting be scheduled for July 16th, 2014 to give a third reading of Bylaw No. 16.

11. Amendments to Policy 135 – School Board Operation

The Board of Education did not support the proposed amendment to Policy 135 – School Board Operation, subject to Ministerial approval, for seven trustees to be elected at large from the District.

12. Amendments to Policy 135 – School Board Operation

The Board of Education did not support the proposed amendment to Policy 135 – School Board Operation, subject to Ministerial approval, which would have resulted in the expansion of the Board of Education with the addition of two Trustees.

13. 2014/2015 School Planning Council (SPC) Goals

The Board of Education approved the 2014/2015 School Planning Council Goals for all 42 schools in School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan).

Information Items:

1. Superintendent’s Emergent Issues

– The Superintendent has posted a letter to the website providing specific information on (K-12) report cards as well as year-end procedures. (Report cards will be mailed home this year.)

– Individual schools will make arrangements for students and/or parents to come in to pick up any personal belongings and to drop off outstanding library and textbooks during the first week of July.

The following items were reviewed by the Board:

1. Central Okanagan Community and School District No. 23 Literacy Plan

2. 2014/2015 Five Year Capital Plan Submission

3. Community Rental Program Report

4. Field Trips 2013/2014

5. Field Trips 2014/2015

6. General Statement

June 11, 2014 Board Highlights

Recognition:

1. 39th Annual Kelowna Civic and Community Awards – May 1, 2014

The Board of Education recognized and congratulated the following students for being awarded a Kelowna Civic and Community Award:

• Teen Honour in the Arts
  • Mandy Jong, Grade 9, Dr. Knox Middle School
• Young Female of the Year
  • Pauline Schrott, Grade 12, Kelowna Secondary School
• Young Male of the Year
  • Jonathan Charlton, Grade 12, Rutland Senior Secondary School
• Augie Ciancone Memorial Award – Male
  • Josiah Joseph, Grade 12, Mount Boucherie Secondary School
• Female Athlete of the Year
  • Keely Watts-Watling, Grade 12, Kelowna Secondary School

2. Springvalley Middle School – Science World’s Provincial Environmental Action Award – $1,000

In attendance:

• Jill Voros, Vice-Principal, Springvalley Middle School
• Chloe Strocher, Grade 9

The Board of Education recognized Springvalley Middle School for receiving the Science World’s Provincial Environmental Action Award.

Action Items:

1. Draft Achievement Contract 2014/2015

The School Act requires each Board of Education in British Columbia to prepare and submit to the Minister of Education an Achievement Contract that represents both a plan and public commitment to improve learning and success for each student. The Board of Education approved the 2014/2015 Achievement Contract. The Achievement Contract will be forwarded to the Ministry of Education by the July 15, 2014 deadline.

2. 2014-2015 CommunityLINK Allocations

The Board of Education approved the Recommended School-Based CommunityLINK Allocations for the 2014-2015 school year. These funds support vulnerable students through a variety of initiatives, including the provision of a ‘brown-bag’ lunch program.

3. Trustee Indemnity for the 2014/2015 Fiscal Year

The Board of Education agreed to table this item until such time as a settlement is reached between the BCTF and BCPSEA.

4. Audit Tender Process

The Board of Education agreed to proceed with a Request for Proposal (RFP) for audit services in the 2014-2015 school year.

5. New Policy 141 – School District Committees

The Board of Education approved new Policy 141 dealing with School District Committees.

6. Ministry Early Learning Transfer Under Agreement

The School District receives Ministry funding to operate eight StrongStart Centres at the following locations:

A.S. Matheson Elementary, Raymer Elementary, George Pringle Elementary, Hudson Road Elementary, Pearson Road Elementary, South Rutland Elementary, Peter Greer Elementary and Peachland Elementary Schools. The Board of Education approved the new Early Learning Transfer Under Agreement with the Ministry of Education, which provides the District with the necessary funding to maintain the eight StrongStart Centres, plus funding for Ready, Set, Learn initiatives.

Information Items:

The Board of Education reviewed and received the following:

1. Policy 425 and Regulations 425R – Student Fees

2. Annual Financial Update – International Education Program

3. The Draft Provincial Guidelines Regarding Physical Restraint and Seclusion in School Settings

4. The Month End Enrolment – May 2014

5. Field Trips 2013/2014

6. General Statement

May 28, 2014 Board Highlights

Recognition:

1. 15th Annual Rotary Club of Kelowna/School District No. 23 Public Speaking Contest – April 28, 2014

Russ Bischoff, Vice-Principal, George Elliot Secondary School – Contest Organizer, and Gary Bennett and Dennis Campbell, Rotary Club of Kelowna, were recognized for supporting the Annual Rotary Club Public Speaking Contest.

Grade 6

• 1 st – Place Jenaya McRorie, Rose Valley Elementary School
• 2nd – Place Hailey Lewis, Rose Valley Elementary School
• 3rd – Place Jocelyn Lockwood, Oyama Traditional School

Grade 7

• 1st – Place Isis Darosa, Anne McClymont Elementary School
• 2nd – Place Snover Gill, Davidson Road Elementary School
• 3rd – Place Logan Braun, Davidson Road Elementary School

2. BCSTA Long Service Award

On behalf of the BC School Trustees’ Association, the Superintendent of Schools recognized the following Central Okanagan School District trustees for their many years of service on the Board of Education:

• Trustee Moyra Baxter 18 years
• Trustee Rolli Cacchioni 9 years
• Trustee Murli Pendharkar 9 years

Presentation:

1. District Student Council Request to Review Policy Form 525.4 – Student Using Vehicle During School Hours

Kassidie Cornell, Grade 12, Mount Boucherie Secondary School and Charles Smith, Grade 11, George Elliot Secondary School, provided a presentation to the Board of Education requesting that the District Driving Policy Form 525.4 align with the Provincial Graduated Licensing Program. The student presenters requested that Novice Drivers be granted the ability to have one passenger when driving to school events. The Board received the recommendations from the members of the District Student Council and will gather further information from the School Protection Program before making a decision.

Action Items:

1. Review of the Department of Student Support Services – Level 1

The Board of Education received the Review of the Department of Student Support Services – Level 1 and forwarded the review to the Superintendent for further action.

2. Health Promoting Schools Review – Level 2

The Board of Education received the Health Promoting Schools Review – Level 2.

3. New Policy 352 – Discrimination Towards and by Staff as it Pertains to Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

New Policy 425 – Discrimination Towards and by Students as it Pertains to Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity. The Board of Education approved new Policy 352 – Discrimination Towards and by Staff as it Pertains to

Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity and new Policy 425 – Discrimination Towards and by Students as it Pertains to Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity with a revised definition of heterosexism.

4. Amendments to Policy 410 – Access to Educational Programs for Resident Students Over 16 Years;

amendments to Policy 725 – Inviting Speakers to Schools; and deletion of Policy 415 – Admission of Inter-District Transfer Students. The Board of Education approved amendments to Policy 410 – Access to Educational Programs for Resident Students Over 16 Years and amendments to Policy 725 – Inviting Speakers to Schools. The Board of Education further approved the deletion of Policy 415 – Admission of Inter-District Transfer

Students, as it is no longer applicable.

Information Items:

1. Superintendent’s Emergent Issues

The Superintendent reported that outside groups have been attempting to recruit secondary students for non-sanctioned graduation trips. Often these trips do not have adequate supervision and compromise the

safety of our students. A letter from the Superintendent has been posted on the District website expressing grave concerns with non-sanctioned events. Parents are encouraged to exercise extreme caution when

making the decision about whether their students should attend these non-sanctioned trips.

2. Canadian Student Leadership Conference

The Superintendent responded to a Trustee query regarding the use of KSS during the upcoming conference. While KSS will lose two days of instructional time to accommodate the conference schedule, this time will be covered off by adding additional instructional minutes to each day in semester one as well as extending the hours of the first day of the school year.

The following items were reviewed by the Board:

1. Technology Education Program/Safety Review Report

2. Proposed Evaluation Cycle for 2008/2009 to 2014/2015 and Draft Education and Student Services Committee Meeting Schedule

3. Field Trips 2013/2014

4. General Statement

May 14, 2014 Board Highlights

Recognition:

1. SKILLS BC Regional Competition – Friday, March 7, 2014

• Kelowna Secondary School
  • 1st place: Mechanical Computer Aided Design Category – Logan Lemke
• Mount Boucherie Secondary School
  • 1st place: Fashion Design Category – Wendy Schindler
  • 3rd place: Fashion Design Category – Jessica Hill
  • 2nd place: Architectural Computer Aided Design Category – Sam Bilyk
  • 3rd place: Architectural Computer Aided Design Category – Antonio Zumbo

Virtual TV and Video Category

• Gold: Bo Rouck and Isaac Massey
• Silver: Matthew Wochowski and Adam Kukawski
• Bronze: Sinead Grewcock and Ashlie Lennox
• Okanagan Mission Secondary School
  • 3rd place: Mechanical Computer Aided Design Category – MacKenzie Salloum

2. SKILLS BC Provincial Competition – Wednesday, April 9, 2014 in Abbotsford, BC

• Kelowna Secondary School
  • Bronze: Mechanical Computer Aided Design Logan Lemke
• Mount Boucherie Secondary School
  • Silver Video and TV Bo Rouck and Isaac Massey
  • Bronze 2D Animation Matt Carrier and Cody Newman
  • Bronze Fashion Design Wendy Schindler
  • Bronze Graphic Design Brittany Dyck

Presentation:

1. Canadian Student Leadership Conference (CSLC) 2014 – Update

Derek Lea, Principal of George Elliot Secondary School and member of the CSLC 2014 Steering Committee, and KSS leadership student, Aidan Lea, provided information on past Canadian Student Leadership Conferences as well as an update on various events that are being planned for the upcoming Canadian Student Leadership Conference, hosted by the Central Okanagan School District, in September 2014.

Action Items:

1. Capital Project Bylaw No. 126691, Carbon Neutral Capital Program (CNCP) 2014/2015

The Board of Education gave first, second and third readings, passed and adopted School District No. 23 Capital Project Bylaw No. 126691 – Carbon Neutral  Capital Program (CNCP) – 2014/2015 in the amount

of $219,553.

2. Westside Middle School French Immersion Program

The Board of Education approved that consideration of the establishment of a French Immersion Program on the Westside to commence in September of 2015 be added to the staff Workplan for 2014/2015, and that the Workplan also include a study of the French Immersion enrolment patterns and facility requirements at École KLO Middle School.

3. Draft Board Correspondence to the Minister of Education Regarding the Expectation that Districts Will Use Any Surplus Funds to Share the Cost of Capital Projects, and Expressing Concern Regarding Public Education Funding

The Board of Education agreed to send a letter to the Minister of Education regarding the expectation that School Districts will use any surplus funds to share the cost of Capital Projects, and expressing concern regarding public education funding.

Information Items:

The following items were reviewed by the Board:

1. Ministry’s Achievement Contract 2014-2015 Timelines/Guidelines

The Ministry has established a new set of Guidelines for the development of the 2014-2015 Achievement Contract. Ministry personnel have indicated that they want Achievement Contracts to include the following elements:

• student reading results
• completion levels
• improving achievement results for Aboriginal learners
• increasing enrolment in Skills and Technical training
• other matters as determined by the District

2. Central Okanagan Principals’ and Vice-Principals’ Association (COPVPA) 2014/2015 Executive

3. The Ombudsperson’s Report of Files Closed – January 1 to March 31, 2014

4. Month End Enrolments – March 2014 and April 2014

5. Field Trips 2013/2014

6. General Statement

April 23, 2014 Board Highlights

Declaration:

1. “National Day of Mourning – April 28, 2014″

The Central Okanagan Board of Education declared April 28, 2014 as a Day of Mourning in the Central Okanagan School District and observes a moment of silence to honour those workers who have been hurt or who have lost their lives in the course of doing their work.

Action Items:

1. Central Okanagan School District Instructional Leadership Team Program Review – Level 1

The Board of Education approved the Central Okanagan School District Instructional Leadership Team Program Review – Level 1.

2. Board/Authority Authorized (BAA) Course

Proposal – Human Kinetics 11 (Mount Boucherie Secondary School)

The Board of Education approved the Board/Authority Authorized (BAA) Course Proposal – Human Kinetics 11 (Mount Boucherie Secondary School).

3. Board/Authority Authorized (BAA) Course Proposal – La Culture Français 12 (Kelowna Secondary School)

The Board of Education approved the Board/Authority Authorized (BAA) Course Proposal – La Culture Français 12 (Kelowna Secondary School).

4. Board/Authority Authorized (BAA) Course Proposal – Maker Design 11 (Kelowna Secondary School)

The Board of Education approved the Board/Authority Authorized (BAA) Course Proposal – Maker Design 11 (Kelowna Secondary School).

5. Capital Project Bylaw No. 126746 – 2014/2015 Annual Facility Grant

The Board of Education gave first, second and third readings, passed and adopted School District No. 23 Capital Project Bylaw No. 126746 – 2014/2015 Annual Facility Grant in the amount of $3,078,486.

6. Trustee Indemnity for the 2014/2015 Fiscal Year

The Board of Education referred this agenda item to the Finance and Legal Committee for further discussion and recommendation as per Policy 160 – Finance and Legal Committee (2.3).

7. Central Okanagan School District 2014/2015 Preliminary Budget Proposal – Superintendent’s Budget Recommendations

Each year, in accordance with the School Act, the District is responsible for creating a budget plan for the upcoming school year. In preparing for the 2014-2015 school year, there are some economic challenges

that must be faced. Projected budget pressure is expected to be approximately $4.0M. This is a result of expenses increasing at a faster pace than the revenue sources available.

To attain a balanced budget for the 2014-2015 school year, the Board of Education approved the following decisions pertaining to the 2014-2015 Preliminary School District Budget:

• 1. $250,000 be removed from the District’s Technology Budget.
• 2. $50,000 be removed from the Directors, Assistant Superintendent and Superintendent Discretionary Budgets.
• 3. $50,000 be removed from the Hollywood Road/Learning Centre Budgets.
• 4. $120,000 be removed from the Operations Department Budget.
• 5. $500,000 be removed from the resource allocation to schools.
• 6. $1,300,000 be removed from the per pupil funding level to schools.
• 7. $180,000 be eliminated from budget increases for inflation.
• 8. $400,000 be applied from the expected Ministry Holdback distribution from the Spring of 2014.
• 9. $23,000 be generated through a 5% increase in the rental fees to user groups.
• 10. The Board also made the decision to apply $1,200,000 of the District’s projected surplus funding to next year’s budget rather than commit projected Ministry Holdback funds which are yet to be determined.

8. Aboriginal Education Council Request to Share the Cost of the Aboriginal Education Program Resource Teacher

The request from the Aboriginal Education Council to share the cost of the Aboriginal Education Program Resource Teacher was referred to the Secretary-Treasurer for further review and recommendation.

9. Creating Systemic Collaborative Time in the Central Okanagan School District

The Board of Education tabled this item to a future Board Meeting.

10. Trustee Absence from Board Meetings – School Act

The Board of Education approved an extended leave of absence for Trustee Fraser.

11. Appointment of Acting Chair – Planning and Facilities Committee

The Board of Education appointed Trustee Brinkerhoff as the Acting Chair of the Planning and Facilities Committee until further notice and they appointed Trustee Gorman to serve as a new member of this

Committee.

Information Items:

The following items were reviewed by the Board:

1. Dual Credit Programs in Partnership with Okanagan College

2. Joint Educational Change Committee (JECC)

3. Field Trips 2013/2014

4. General Statement

April 9, 2014 Board Highlights

Declaration:

1. “National Volunteer Week” – April 6 – 12, 2014

The Central Okanagan Board of Education declared April 6 – 12, 2014 as “National Volunteer Week” and recognizes all volunteers in the Central Okanagan School District.

2. “Earth Day 2014” (observed in 190 countries)

The Central Okanagan Board of Education declared Tuesday, April 22, 2014 as “Earth Day” in School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan), supporting environmental awareness.

Recognition:

1. School District No. 23 Science Fair Winners – March 2014

In attendance: Professor Deborah Buszard, Deputy Vice Chancellor and Principal, University of British Columbia Okanagan Campus

The Board of Education recognized Professor Buszard for her support of the Central Okanagan School District’s 2014 Science Fair which was held at the University of British Columbia (Okanagan campus) in

conjunction with UBC’s research week.

The following students were recognized by the Board of Education and presented with awards from the University of British Columbia:

• UBC Award Grade 6-7 Nathan Everden, Gr. 6 Helen Gorman Elementary School
• UBC Award Grade 8-9 Will Tanner, Gr. 8 École KLO Middle School
• UBC Award Grade 10-12 Nicholas Schaad, Gr. 10 George Elliot Secondary School and Dylan Hodges, Gr. 10

The following students were recognized for individual awards:

• Environmental Award Emily Reid, Gr. 8 Rutland Middle School
• Marlon Brown Award Will Tanner, Gr. 8 École KLO Middle School for Best in Fair

Action Items:

1. Amendments to Policy 105 – Policy Manual, Policy 145 – Coordinating Committee and Policy 185

– Board Representation on Community, Municipal and Provincial Organizations The Board of Education approved the amendments to Policy 105 – Policy Manual, Policy 145 – Coordinating Committee and Policy 185 – Board Representation on Community, Municipal and Provincial Organizations.

2. Policy Form F405.1 – Secondary School Athletic Eligibility for Cross-Boundary Students

The Board of Education approved the amendments to Policy Form F405.1 – Secondary School Athletic Eligibility for Cross Boundary Students.

3. Policy 480 – Raising the Bar: The Three-Year Rule, Policy 480A – Raising the Bar: The Three-Year Rule (Appendix A) Application for Exemption of the Three-Year Rule, and Policy 480A – Raising the Bar: The Three-Year Rule (Appendix B) Appeal of Decision to Deny Three-Year Rule Exemption Application

The Board of Education affirmed Policy 480 – Raising the Bar: The Three-Year Rule and Policy 480- Raising the Bar: The Three-Year Rule (Appendix B) Appeal of Decision to Deny Three-Year Rule Exemption Application. The Board of Education further approved the amendments to Policy 480A – Raising the Bar: The Three-Year Rule (Appendix A) Application for Exemption of the Three-Year Rule.

4. Policy 541 – Board/Authority Authorized (BAA) Courses

The Board of Education approved the amendments to Policy 541 – Board/Authority Authorized (BAA) Courses.

5. Early College (Dual Credit) Program Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)

The Board of Education approved the Early College (Dual Credit) Memorandum of Understanding with Okanagan College.

6. Request for Approval of the Formation of the Mar Jok Elementary School Parent Advisory Council

The Board of Education supports information meetings for parents of students planning to attend Mar Jok Elementary and looks forward to their application in September to be formally recognized as the Mar Jok Elementary School Parent Advisory Council.

Information Items:

1. Superintendent’s Emergent Issues

– The Superintendent reminded the Board of Education that the Superintendent’s Budget recommendations will be debated at the April 16th, 2014 Public Finance and Legal Committee meeting (6:30 p.m. at the School Board Office).

– The Interior Jazz Festival is being held from April 10-12, 2014 at the Rotary Centre for the Arts and the Kelowna Community Theatre. The public is encouraged to attend.

– On April 12, 2014, the Regional Science Fair will be held at KLO Middle School. The public is welcome to visit the displays at 3:30 p.m.

The following items were reviewed by the Board:

1. Central Okanagan School District 2014/2015 Preliminary Budget Proposal – Superintendent’s Budget Recommendations

2. Central Okanagan Board of Education Meeting with the Ministry of Education at the upcoming BCSTA AGM

3. Changes to Government Funding for Seismic Upgrades and Other Capital Projects in School Districts

4. Revenue and Expense Summary at February 28, 2014

5. School District No. 23 and Provincial Estimated Operating Grants for 2013/2014 and 2014/2015

6. Field Trips 2013/2014

7. General Statement

March 12, 2014 Board Highlights

Recognition:

1. Education Week Commercial

The 2014 Education Week commercial was played to promote Education Week in the Central Okanagan School District.

2. 2014 Community Sport Hero Awards Winner

The Board of Education recognized Richard Gauthier, Aboriginal Advocate at Kelowna Secondary and Okanagan Mission Secondary, who is a volunteer coach for racquetball, for receiving the Volunteer Award from the Community Sport Hero Awards.

3. Central Okanagan Heritage Society 2014 Award to Central School

The Board of Education received, on behalf of Central School, the Central Okanagan Heritage Society 2014 Award.

4. Introduction

The Rotary Exchange students for 2013/2014 currently attending Central Okanagan schools were introduced and welcomed:

• Joana Gasparini – Mount Boucherie Secondary School
• Joao Pedro Vierira Campos – Kelowna Secondary School
• Mathilde Hoferlin – Okanagan Mission Secondary School

Action Items:

1. Annual Facility Grant (AFG) Plan for 2014/2015 through 2018/2019

The Board of Education approved the Annual Facility Grant Plan for 2014/2015 through 2018/2019.

2. Lake Country Junior Middle School Project Identification Report

The Board of Education approved the Project Identification Report for Lake Country Area for submission to the Ministry of Education.

3. Policy 475 – Transportation: Authority and Responsibility and Regulations 475R – Transportation: Authority and Responsibility (Regulations) The Board of Education affirmed Policy 475 – Transportation: Authority and Responsibility and approved the amendments to Regulations 475R – Transportation: Authority and Responsibility (Regulations).

4. Property Bylaw No. 129 – Fortis BC Inc. Statutory Right-of-Way – Okanagan Mission Secondary School

The Board of Education gave first, second and third readings, adopted and granted approval for the registration of a Statutory Right-of-way in favour of Fortis BC Inc. on Lot 1 District Lot 358 Osoyoos Division Yale District Plan 39944.

5. District of West Kelowna Request for Cost Sharing Commitment – Highway 97 Safety Committee

The Board of Education will officially notify the District of West Kelowna that capital assistance for off-site roadways and sidewalks is beyond the Central Okanagan School District’s ability and mandate.

Information Items:

1. Superintendent’s Emergent Issues

– The Superintendent announced that next year’s budget information will be forthcoming from the Ministry of Education by the end of the week. Budget details for the upcoming 2014/2015 school year will be reviewed at the April 2, 2014 Public Finance and Legal Committee. Trustees will debate the Superintendent’s recommendations at the April 16, 2014 Public Finance and Legal Committee with the intent of finalizing next year’s budget at the April 23, 2014 Public Board Meeting.

– The BC Jazz Festival will be held at the Rotary Centre for the Arts and the Kelowna Community Theatre (April 10-12, 2014) with the Jazz Master’s Concert on April 11, 2014 at 7:30 p.m.

– The Superintendent shared a testimonial from a past graduate who completed the Emergency Responder Program and recently wrote his teacher describing how his training helped him successfully respond to a seriously-injured civilian.

The following items were reviewed by the Board:

1. Suspension Summary Report: 2007/2008 to 2012/2013

2. Field Trips 2013/2014

3. Month End Enrolment – January 2014 and February 2014

4. General Statements

February 26, 2014 Board Highlights

Presentation:

1. University of British Columbia Okanagan Update and Information Regarding UBC’s Aspire Community Consultation Process for Creating a Shared Vision for the Future of the Okanagan Campus

Presenter: Bud Mortenson, Director, University Relations

Approximately 300 Central Okanagan School District graduates attend the University of British Columbia Okanagan each year. Mr. Mortenson described UBC’s Aspire Community Consultation Process where partners in the community, business and government, and students, faculty, and staff are being asked to engage in the consultative process to envision the future of UBC Okanagan. The vision developed will guide the future planning, growth and development of the university. The public is welcome to provide feedback through aspire.ok.ubc.ca.

2. Canadian Student Leadership Conference (CSLC) 2014 – Update

Presenter: Raquel Steen, Principal, KLO Middle School

In 200 days, the Central Okanagan School District will be hosting the 30th Annual Canadian Student Leadership Conference. The District’s CSLC Planning Committee is 78 strong and all are working hard to organize an exceptional conference for the 1000 student delegates who will be attending from all across the country. Keynote speakers include: The Happiness is Now Team, Micah Jacobson, Trey Anthony, Ta’Kaiya Blaney and others to be confirmed. These inspirational speakers will focus on empowering students to make a difference locally and globally.

3. Aboriginal Education Council Draft Terms of Reference and Proposed Cost-Sharing – Aboriginal

Education Program Resource Teacher

Presenter: James Coble, Vice-Chairperson, Aboriginal Education Council

Mr. Coble presented on behalf of the Aboriginal Education Council Chairperson, Chris Derickson. Mr.Coble presented the new Terms of Reference for the Aboriginal Education Council. Mr. Coble also announced that the Aboriginal Education Council supports the District’s Aboriginal Program Preliminary Budget for the 2014-2015 school year; however, the Council recommends that the Board of Education consider cost-sharing, from general funds, the Aboriginal Education Resource Teacher.

Declaration:

1. Province of British Columbia Proclamation – Bullying Awareness Day, February 26, 2014

The Central Okanagan Board of Education affirmed February 26, 2014 as “Bullying Awareness Day” in

School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan).

2. Education Week 2014

The Central Okanagan Board of Education declared March 10 – 14, 2014 as “Education Week” in School

District No. 23 (Central Okanagan).

Action Items:

1. Fascieux Creek Redevelopment – École KLO Middle School

The Board of Education approved, in principle, the Fascieux Creek Conceptual Restoration Pre-Design and directed staff to work with the City of Kelowna to develop a Statutory Right-of-Way for maintenance purposes of Fascieux Creek for subsequent approval by the Board. The Board of Education further approved the Secretary-Treasurer to use his professional discretion to sign off as the owner on appropriate grant submissions by the KLO Green Parent Committee and that a $68,500 budget request be referred to the Finance and Legal Committee to be included in budget discussions.

2. Proposal for Substantive Change (George Elliot Secondary School Golf Academy)

The Board of Education approved the Proposal for Substantive Change (George Elliot Secondary School Golf Academy).

3. Proposal for Substantive Change (Mount Boucherie Secondary School Baseball Academy)

The Board of Education approved the Proposal for Substantive Change (Mount Boucherie Secondary School Baseball Academy).

4. 2014-2015 School Calendar

The Board of Education adopted a Local School Calendar for the 2014-2015 school year as identified below and will make the calendar available to all parents by February 28, 2014, and the Ministry of Education by March 31, 2014. Upon accepting the Local School Calendar for the 2014-2015 school year, the Board of Education agreed to continue to offer CUPE employees meaningful work as it was offered in the past, and, in addition, offer CEAs the opportunity to attend professional development for compensation. The Board of Education also requested that the Superintendent direct school Principals, in consultation with staff and parents, to establish a site-based calendar for the 2014-2015 school year. In establishing such calendars, principals must:

• a. Conform to the School Act and Regulations, applicable Collective Agreements, and School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan) Board Policy.
• b. Schedule school parent/teacher conference times.
• c. Schedule their school’s calendar and bell schedule.

5. Aboriginal Education Council Draft Terms of Reference

The Board of Education approved the Aboriginal Education Council Draft Terms of Reference.

6. Proposed Cost-Sharing – Aboriginal Education Program Resource Teacher

The Board of Education agreed to forward the request to cost-share the wages of the Aboriginal Education Program Resource Teacher to the Finance and Legal Committee for the further discussion.

7. Habitat for Humanity, Peachland Project – Request to Waive School Site Acquisition Charge

The Board of Education moved the following motion:

THAT: The Board of Education inform the District of Peachland Council that the Board is unable, due to present legislation, to waive the School Site Acquisition Fee for the affordable housing development at 4912 Princeton Avenue, Peachland.

8. Active and Safe Routes to School Pilot Project

The Board of Education endorsed the Active and Safe Routes to School Pilot Project for George Pringle Elementary School.

The following items were reviewed by the Board:

1. Report on Online Registration Process

2. Education Week – March 10-14, 2014

3. During the District’s Education Week (March 10th-14th, 2014)

(There will be several events happening in the schools and communities. Events open to the public willbe posted on the District’s website.)

4. Aboriginal Education 10th Annual Report (Special Edition)

5. Sustainability Initiatives 2013 Report

6. Field Trips 2013/2014

7. General Statement

February 12, 2014 Board Highlights

Chairperson Baxter opened the meeting with the following statement:

“The Board of Education acknowledges that a BC Supreme Court decision was released on January 27th, 2014 regarding legislation that the provincial government had enacted in 2002. This ruling byMadam Justice Griffin has implications for all school districts in B.C. with regard to Collective Agreement language that had existed prior to 2002. As a Board, we are aware that the BC Public School Employers’ Association has arranged to meet with the BC Teachers’ Federation on February 21st to gain further clarity with regard to the expectations of the Federation in light of this ruling. We will wait for further information to be forthcoming before we are in a position to respond to Madam Justice Griffin’s ruling.”

Recognition:

1. Recipients of Canada’s Outstanding Principals Award

• John McMahon, Principal, George Pringle Elementary School
• Jamie Robinson, Principal, Glenrosa Middle School

The Board of Education recognized John McMahon, Principal of George Pringle Elementary School and

Jamie Robinson, Principal of Glenrosa Middle School, for being selected by The Learning Partnership as

two of Canada’s Outstanding Principals.

Presentation:

1. School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan) 2013 Safety Review

Presenter: Dave Cavezza, District Health & Safety Supervisor

In attendance: Ken Emmons, District Health & Safety Manager

Dave Cavezza, the District Health & Safety Supervisor, presented the 2013 Safety Review. The Central Okanagan School District offers claims management services to 29 Districts or 48% of the Province, generating a profit of $122,453 which has provided additional resources to schools.

Action Items:

1. Amended Annual Budget Fiscal Year 2013/2014

The Board of Education gave first, second and third readings, passed and adopted the Amended Annual Budget Bylaw for 2013/2014 in the amount of $220,804,000.

2. Amended Policy 207 – Investments

The Board of Education approved the amendments to Policy 207 – Investments.

3. BC Hydro Statutory Right-of-Way – Glenrosa Middle School

The Board of Education gave first, second and third readings, passed and adopted Property Bylaw No.127 (registration of a Statutory Right-of-Way), and granted approval for registration of a Statutory Right-of-Way in favour of BC Hydro on Lot 1, District Lot 3189, Osoyoos Division Yale District, Plan KAP53503.

4. Policy 645 – Video Surveillance and Regulations 645R – Video Surveillance (Regulations)

The Board of Education affirmed Policy 645 – Video Surveillance and approved the amendments to Regulation 645R – Video Surveillance (Regulations).

5. Capital Project Bylaw No. 126563 – Carbon Neutral Capital Program (CNCP) – 2013/2014

The Board of Education gave first, second and third readings, passed and adopted School District No. 23 Capital Project Bylaw No. 126563 – Carbon Neutral Capital Program (CNCP) – 2013/2014 in the amount of $9,765.

6. Amendments to Policy 110 – Policy Development, Policy 135 – School Board Operation, Policy 140 – School Board Committees and Policy 460 – Appeals.

The Board of Education approved the amendments to Policy 110 – Policy Development, Policy 135 – School Board Operation, Policy 140 – School Board Committees and Policy 460 – Appeals.

7. Amendments to Policy 351 – Respectful Workplace and Regulations 351R – Respectful Workplace

The Board of Education approved the amendments to Policy 351 – Respectful Workplace and Regulations 351R – Respectful Workplace.

8. Reviewing and Evaluating Policies

The Board of Education affirmed Policy 405 – Student Placement and 405R – Student Placement (Regulations), affirmed Policy 423 – Health Promoting Schools, affirmed Policy 540 – Proposals for

Substantive Change (Distinct Schools, Unique Programs, and Specialty Academies) and Policy 540A – Proposals for Substantive Change (Distinct Schools, Unique Programs and Specialty Academies), affirmed Policy 541 Board Authority/Authorized (BAA) Courses and 541A – Board Authority/Authorized (BAA) Courses (Appendix), and affirmed Policy 542 – Proposals for Educational Programs with External Partnerships, Policy 542A – Proposals for Educational Programs with External Partnerships (Appendix), and Policy 542B – Memorandum of Understanding for Educational Programs with External Partnerships (Appendix).

9. Correspondence Directed to the Board of Education

The Board of Education agreed to respond to COTA President Susan Bauhart’s February 3, 2014 letter

to the Board of Education regarding class size and composition, and specialist staffing ratios.

Information Items:

1. Superintendent’s Emergent Issues

The Superintendent requested that the Board of Education consider a debriefing presentation regarding the recently implemented On-Line Registration process. This will placed on the Agenda of a future Public Board meeting.

The following items were reviewed by the Board:

1. District Student Council 2013-2014

2. Field Trips 2013/2014

3. General Statement

January 22, 2014 Board Highlights

Declaration:

1. Harmony Day and Human Rights Month – 2014

Moyra Baxter, Chairperson of the Board of Education, made the following declaration:

WHEREAS:

Harmony Day recognizes that the citizens of the Central Okanagan come from all over the world; and,

WHEREAS:

Harmony Day provides an annual opportunity for the Central Okanagan School District community to celebrate cultural diversity while committing to mutual respect; and,

WHEREAS:

Harmony Day creates sensitivity to and respect for differences; and

WHEREAS:

Harmony Day allows the Central Okanagan School District to focus on the mission of educating students in a safe, inspirational learning environment; and,

THEREFORE:

I, Moyra Baxter, as Chairperson of the Board of Education of School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan), do hereby proclaim February 5, 2014 as Harmony Day in the Central Okanagan School District; and also do hereby proclaim the month of February 2014 as Human Rights Month in the Central Okanagan School District.

2. School Bus Safety Week – February 2 through to February 7, 2014

Moyra Baxter, Chairperson of the Board of Education, declared February 2 through to February 7, 2014 as “School Bus Safety Week” in the Central Okanagan School District, supporting the theme “Be Smart – Be Seen, I Wait in a Safety Place”.

3. Eric Neilson Day – February 6, 2014 as proclaimed by the Central Okanagan School District and the City of Kelowna

Moyra Baxter, Chairperson of the Board of Education, made the following proclamation:

I, Moyra Baxter, as Chairperson of the Board of Education of School District No. 23, do hereby proclaim February 6, 2014 as Eric Neilson Day in the Central Okanagan School District. (Eric Neilson, selected as a member of the 2014 Canadian Olympic Team, was raised in Kelowna and attended Central Okanagan School District schools, graduating from Rutland Senior Secondary in 1999. Rutland Middle School students are currently engaged in school-wide projects in support of Eric Neilson’s Olympic effort.)

Action Items:

1. Renewal of Special Program for Positions in the Aboriginal Education Program

The Board of Education approved the application fo r renewal and expansion of the Special Program with the British Columbia Human Rights Tribunal for positions in the Aboriginal Education Program, and directed staff to include in all advertisements for teaching positions that preference may be given to applicants with Aboriginal ancestry.

2. BC Hydro Statutory Right-of-Way for Mar Jok Elementary School

The Board of Education gave first, second and third readings, and adopted School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan) Property Bylaw No. 126 (registration of a Statutory Right-of-Way) in favour of BC Hydro on Lot 35, District Lot 503, Osoyoos Division Yale District, Plan KAP73555 Except Plan EPP27929.

Information Items:

1. The Superintendent reported on the following:

• The Superintendent extended a thank-you to Trustees for their attendance at several significant District events including the recent Enhancement Agreement Signing Ceremony, the BCIT Graduation, and the 100 Year Celebration at Central Schools.
• The Superintendent provided an update on the roll out of the new on-line registration process which will open on Monday, February 3, 2014.
• KSS is one of four finalists in the Provincial Junior Achievement BC Innovation Jam competition. The final winner will be announced in May 2014.

The following items were reviewed by the Board:

2. An update on the School Planning Council Process

3. Accessibility Advisory Committee – City of Kelowna

4. Month End Enrolment – December 2013

5. Field Trips 2013/2014

6. General Statement

January 8, 2014 Board Highlights

Recognition:

Chairperson Moyra Baxter recognized the upcoming District events:

1. Enhancement Agreement Signing Ceremony

Date: Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Time: 12:30 pm

Location: Sensisyusten House of Learning

1920 Quail Lane, West Kelowna, B.C.

2. Central School’s 100 Year Celebration

Date: Saturday, January 18, 2014

Time: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Location: Central School Programs and Services

1825 Richter Street, Kelowna, B.C.

Presentation:

1. PacificSport Okanagan Re: Canadian Sport School Proposal

Presenters: Jim Gabriel, President, Board of PacificSport Okanagan

Doug Nicholas, General Manager, PacificSport Okanagan

Kim Whelpton, Director, Canadian Sport School, Kelowna

Action Items:

1. PacificSport Okanagan – Canadian Sport School Proposal for Educational Program With External Partnerships

The Board of Education approved the PacificSport Okanagan – Canadian Sport School Proposal for

Educational Programs with External Partnerships.

2. Early College (Dual Credit) Program Proposal for Educational Programs With External Partnerships

The Board of Education approved the Early College (Dual Credit) Program Proposal for Educational

Programs with External Partnerships.

3. Central Okanagan School District Grant of $5,000 to the Central Okanagan Parent Advisory Council

The Board of Education granted $5,000 to the Central Okanagan Parent Advisory Council for the 2013/2014 school year.

4. The Board of Education approved appointments of Trustees to Board Standing Committees.

5. The Board of Education appointed Trustee Pendharkar as the Board Representative to the District Bargaining Committee and Trustee Butler as the Alternate.

The following items were reviewed by the Board:

1. The Gateway Program – Okanagan College received a grant of $11,200 from the BC Job Action Plan to support the Gateway Program. This program is a partnership between Okanagan College and Central School Programs and Services and connects students to sustainable opportunities in the Trades areas.

2. Month End Enrolment – November 2013

3. Field Trips 2013/2014

4. General Statements

December 11, 2013 Board Highlights

Presentation:

1. Online Student Registration Program

Superintendent of Schools, Hugh Gloster, provided a presentation on the District’s development of an Online Student Registration Program. There has been a long history of parents lining up well in advance for the opening of the registration period. While not to be considered a perfect system, the online program would “virtualize the standing in line process”, providing a common specific time across the District to register on the opening day of registration (February 3, 2014). The program requires several steps to complete the registration, however, the first step is relatively easy and each registrant receives a date/time stamp on their online application which establishes their place in line. A confirmation e-mail is immediately sent to the parent to confirm that the first part of their application has been received. Applicants are then provided with a deadline to complete the second step of the process. Schools must receive appropriate documentation (i.e., a birth certificate and proof of residency) before the student’s registration application is processed.

To prepare for the February/March registration period, Be ta testing of the online registration system will occur immediately. New parents with no access to technology will be able to visit their neighbourhood school and register on line at the school. (Technology assistance will be available at the schools.) Moving to this online system will introduce a level of efficiency into the system, while also eliminating the need for parents to line up for long periods of time or in inclement weather. (The Central Okanagan’s initial registration dates for the 2014/2015 school year are set as February 3, 2014 to March 7, 2014.)

Action Items:

1. Online Student Registration Program

The Board of Education approved the District-wide implementation of the online student registration program for the 2014 registration period which begins on February 3, 2014.

2. School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan) 2014/2015 Budget Development Timeline

The Board of Education approved the School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan) 2014/2015 Budget Development Timeline.

3. Policy Review: Policy 205 – Administration of Finances; Policy 206 – Purchasing; and Policy 208 – Confidential Disclosure: Reporting and Investigating Allegations of Financial Irregularity

The Board of Education approved the deletion of Policy 205 – Administration and affirmed Policy 206 – Purchasing and Policy 208 – Confidential Disclosure: Reporting and Investigating Allegations of Financial Irregularity.

4. Joint Use Agreement – Okanagan Mission Secondary School (Neighbourhoods of Learning Centre)

The Board of Education approved the Joint Use Agreement (Okanagan Mission Secondary School) with the City of Kelowna.

5. Superintendent’s Report on Student Achievement 2013/2014

The Superintendent emphasized that we continue to be an improving District with a multi-year trend line demonstrating improved achievement results, especially in the following areas:

• Early Learning
• Results in Provincially examinable subjects, including:
  • Math 10 Final Marks – Foundations of and Pre-Calculus – Number of students earning C+ or higher (Aboriginal/All students)
  • English 10 Final Marks – Number of students earning C+ or higher (Aboriginal/All students)
  • Science 10 Final Marks – Number of students earning C+ or higher (Aboriginal/All students)
  • Social Studies 11 Final Marks – Number of students earning C+ or higher (Aboriginal/All students)
  • English 12 Final Marks – Number of students earning C+ or higher (All students)
• Graduation/Completion Rates
• Aboriginal Graduation Rate
• Academic Grade Readiness

The Superintendent also recognized challenging areas for the District which include:

• While we are continuing to improve Academic Grade Readiness, our focus remains on reaching Academic Grade Readiness targets for grade 10 (85%) and grade 11 (80%).
• We continue to have fluctuations in the number of Grade 10 students participating in Career Programs experiences.
• We have demonstrated significant improvement in Aboriginal student achievement over time, however, the grade readiness and completion rates remain off target.
• There remains a significant gap between the number of Aboriginal students achieving a C+ or better when compared to all students. (For exam ple, English 12 – 64% Aboriginal compared to 78% for all students.)
• Moving students from minimally meeting to fully meeting or exceeding expectations for their stage of development continues to be a District focus.

The Board of Education approved the Superintendent’s Report on Student Achievement 2013/2014 as presented at the December 11, 2013 Public Board meeting. The Board agreed to forward the report to the Ministry of Education to meet its January 31, 2014 deadline. The Superintendent’s Report on Student Achievement 2013/2014 will also be posted to the School District website.

Information Items:

The following items were reviewed by the Board:

1. Revenue and Expense Summary at October 31, 2013

2. District Health Promoting Schools Committee – Yearly Summary of School Planning Council Reports and School Goals Related to Health Promoting Schools 2012-2013

3. CUPE Local 3523 Executive – November 2013 to November 2014

4. Field Trips 2013/2014

5. General Statement

December 11, 2013 AGM

1. 2013 Chairperson’s Report to the Board

Trustee Moyra Baxter presented the 2013 Chairperson’s Report to the Board. The Chairperson’s Report is available to view on the School District website: http://www.sd23.bc.ca/Pages/default.aspx under Board of Education – Meeting Info – Meeting Minutes

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2. Election of Chairperson

Trustee Moyra Baxter was elected as Chairperson of the Board of Education for the Central Okanagan School District for the upcoming year.

3. Election of Vice-Chairperson

Trustee Murli Pendharkar was elected as Vice-Chairperson of the Board of Education for the first term of the 2014 school year, and Trustee Joyce Brinkerhoff was elected as Vice-Chairperson of the Board of Education for the second term of the 2014 school year.

4. Election of Board Standing Committee Chairpersons

• General Affairs – Committee of the Whole
• Education and Student Services – Chairperson: Trustee Deb Butler
• Finance and Legal – Chairperson: Trustee Rolli Cacchioni
• Human Resources and Staff Services – Chairperson: Trustee Chris Gorman
• Planning and Facilities – Chairperson: Trustee Julia Fraser
• Superintendent of Schools Evaluation – Chairperson: Trustee Murli Pendharkar

5. Election of Board Representatives to Provincial Representative Assemblies

• BC School Trustees Association (BCSTA) Provincial Council –  Representative: Trustee Julia Fraser; Alternate: Trustee Moyra Baxter
• BC Public School Employers’ Association – BCPSEA/BCSTA Bargaining Representative Council – Representative: Trustee Murli Pendharkar; Alternate: Trustee Joyce Brinkerhoff

6. Setting Regular Board Meeting Dates and Times

In 2014, regular Public Board Meetings will be conducted on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month commencing at 6:00 pm, with the exception of March, July, August and December.

The first Public Board Meeting of the 2014 year will be held on Wednesday, January 8th, 2014 at the School Board Office commencing at 6:00 pm.

7. Setting Regular Board Standing Committee Dates and Times

See attached for the listing of the Board approved regular Board Standing Committee Meeting Dates 2014.

November 27, 2013 Board Highlights

Action Items:

1. Board/Authority Authorized (BAA) Course Proposal – Aikido 11

The Board of Education approved the Board/Authority Authorized (BAA) Course Proposal – Aikido 11 (Kelowna Secondary School).

2. Board/Authority Authorized (BAA) Course Proposal – Early Post-Secondary 11

The Board of Education approved the Board/Authority Authorized (BAA) Course Proposal – Early Post-Secondary 11 (Kelowna Secondary School).

3. Okanagan Mission Junior Middle School Project Identification Report

The Board of Education approved the Project Identification Report for the Okanagan Mission Area for submission to the Ministry of Education.

4. Westside Elementary School Catchment Recommendations

The Board of Education approved the following Westside Elementary School Catchment recommendations:

THAT: The Board of Education approve the elementary catchment areas for the Westside, as shown on the map in Figure 5 of this report, for implementation in the 2014/15 school year.

THAT: The Board of Education suspend Board Policy 405(2) and Regulation 405R(1) – Student Placement, for Rose Valley Elementary School and Shannon Lake Elementary School, for the 2014/15 student registration process only;

AND THAT: A new set of registration priorities be established for both schools for the 2014/15 student registration process.

THAT: Out-of-catchment students of Rose Valley Elementary School (based on the proposed 2014/15 catchment area map) who attended Rose Valley Elementary in 2013/14, automatically be enrolled in their catchment area school (based on the proposed 2014/15 catchment area map) prior to the start of the 2014/15 student registration period.

THAT: Out-of-catchment students of Shannon Lake Elementary School (based on the proposed 2014/15 catchment area map) who attended Shannon Lake Elementary School in 2013/14, automatically be enrolled in their catchment area school (based on the proposed 2014/15 catchment area map) prior to the start of the 2014/15 registration period.

THAT: The Board of Education suspend the enrolment priorities in Regulation 405R(2) – Student Placement, for the 2014/15 school year only, and prioritize student registration at Rose Valley Elementary School using the following priorities:

• catchment area students who, in the previous year, attended the school;
• catchment area students who, in the previous year, were ‘placed’ by the district in a different school;
• siblings of catchment area students;
• new catchment area students;
• students who are catchment area students in 2013/14 who attended Rose Valley Elementary School in the 2013/14 school year but will be non-catchment area students for 2014/15 (based on the proposed 2014/15 catchment area map);
• students who are non-catchment area students in 2013/14 who attended Rose Valley Elementary School in the 2013/14 school year and who remain non-catchment area students for 2014/15 (based on the proposed 2014/15 catchment area map);
• siblings of non-catchment area students currently enrolled in the school;
• non-catchment area students who request to attend the school which is other than their catchment area school;
• non-district area students;
• international students.

THAT: The Board of Education suspend the enrolment priorities in Regulation 405R(2) – Student Placement, for the 2014/15 school year only, and prioritize student registration at Shannon Lake Elementary School using the following priorities:

• catchment area students who, in the previous year, attended the school;
• catchment area students who, in the previous year, were ‘placed’ by the district in a different school;
• siblings of catchment area students;
• new catchment area students;
• students who are catchment area students in 2013/14 who attended Shannon Lake Elementary School in the 2013/14 school year but will be non-catchment area students for 2014/15 (based on the proposed 2014/15 catchment area map);
• students who are non-catchment area students in 2013/14 who attended Shannon Lake Elementary School in the 2013/14 school year and who remain non-catchment area students for 2014/15 (based on the proposed 2014/15 catchment area map);
• siblings of non-catchment area students currently enrolled in the school;
• non-catchment area students who request to attend the school which is other than their catchment area school;
• non-district area students;
• international students.

THAT: The Board of Education direct staff to manage the implementation of the new catchment areas and the 2014/15 registration process as follows:

1. Communicate new catchment areas to parents and the community at large.

2. Provide direct communication to families who currently attend Shannon Lake Elementary School or Rose Valley Elementary School who are out-of-catchment for Rose Valley Elementary School and Shannon Lake Elementary School (based on the proposed 2014/15 catchment area map) and indicate that:

• a. for the 2014/15 school year, the students have been automatically registered at their catchment area school;
• b. if the student’s catchment area school is not Mar Jok Elementary School, parents will be provided an opportunity to preregister their child(ren) at Mar Jok Elementary School by responding to the communication (without having to line up);
• c. if parents wish to register their child(ren) at Shannon Lake Elementary School, Rose Valley Elementary School or any other elementary school (except Mar Jok Elementary School) they must register at that school during the District’s established registration period;
• d. the timelines and details of the registration process.

5. Registration Dates for 2014/2015 School Year

The Board of Education approved the initial registration dates for the 2014/2015 school year be set as February 3, 2014 through to March 7, 2014, and also that the closing date of registrations, in order to apply the Board’s registration priorities as established in Regulation 405R – Student Placement (Regulations), be set as August 28, 2014.

6. Capital Project Bylaw No. 116456 – Approved Bus Project

The Board of Education gave first, second and third readings, passed and adopted School District No.23 Capital Project Bylaw No. 116456 – Approved Bus Project, in the amount of $555,965.00.

7. Amendments to Policy 115 – Inaugural and Annual Board Meetings

The Board of Education approved amendments to Policy 115 – Inaugural and Annual Board Meetings.

8. Policy Review – Section 4: Students

The Board of Education affirmed the following Policies and Regulations:

– Policy 340 and Regulations 340R – Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and other Blood-Borne Viruses – Employees

– Policy 435 and Appendix 435A – Medical Treatment of Students

– Policy 436 and Regulations 436R – Managing Students with Medical Alert/Anaphylaxis Conditions

– Policy 445 and Regulations 445R – Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and other Blood-Borne Viruses (Students)

The Board of Education approved amendments to Regulations 435R – Medical Treatment of Students (Regulations).

Information Items:

1. The Superintendent reported on the following:

– The November 27th, 28th, and 29th Social Media (SoMe) Summit is being held at Hollywood Road Education Services (HRES). Okanagan Mission Secondary students along with staff have organized this District event. All parents are invited to attend the SoMe Open Forum Parent Night on Thursday, November 28th at 6:30 p.m. at HRES.

– We have received approval by the Ministry of Education to proceed with our District plan for the allocation of this year’s Learning Improvement Fund.

– Our graduation rates continue to remain well above the provincial average with 85.6% of all students graduating.

The following items were reviewed by the Board:

2. Amendments to Regulations 440R – Injury/First Aid Procedures (Regulations)

3. Amendments to Regulations 230R – Principal and Vice-Principal Evaluation of Performance(Regulations)

4. Board Policy and Regulation 631 – School Closures/Consolidations

The Superintendent reported that there were no school closures recommended for the 2014/2015 school year.

5. Provincial Government Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services – Report on the Budget 2014 Consultations

The Board agreed to send a letter to the Minister of Education endorsing all the recommendations regarding K-12 Education.

6. Video Surveillance: Annual Report to the Board

7. Month End Enrolment – October 2013

8. Field Trips 2013/2014

9. General Statements

November 13, 2013 Board Highlights

Recognition:

1. Dennis Kirkey, Teacher – Mount Boucherie Secondary School

The Board of Education recognized Dennis Kirkey, teacher at Mount Boucherie Secondary School, for receiving the BC Association of Mathematics Teachers’ – Outstanding Secondary Teacher Award.

Declaration:

1. National Bullying Awareness Week – November 17 to 23, 2013

The Board of Education declared November 17 to 23, 2013 as “Bullying Awareness Week” in School District No. 23.

Action Items:

1. Annual Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Report

The Board of Education accepted the Annual Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Report as the Annual Report required in Policy 620 – Site Maintenance.

2. Policy 470 – Transportation Services Management and Regulations 470R – Transportation Services Management (Regulations)

The Board of Education affirmed Policy 470 – Transportation Services Management with no recommended changes, and also approved the amendment to Regulations 470R – Transportation Services Management (Regulations).

3. Property Bylaw No. 125 – Disposal of a Statutory Right-of-Way

The Board of Education gave first, second and third readings, approved and adopted School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan) Property Bylaw No. 125 (Disposal of a Statutory Right-of-Way).

4. Amendments to Board Policy 351 – Respectful Workplace and Regulations 351R – Respectful Workplace

The Board of Education approved the amendments to Board Policy 351 – Respectful Workplace and Regulations 351R – Respectful Workplace with the caveat that the Policy be forwarded to the District’s Human Resources and Staff Services Committee for further examination and possible amendments.

5. Amended Policy 542 – Proposals for Educational Programs with External Partnerships

The Board of Education approved the amendments to Policy 542 – Proposals for Educational Programs with External Partnerships.

Information Items:

1. Chute Lake Elementary School Enhancement Project – Freestanding Message Board

Chute Lake Elementary School has funding available and will pay all costs associated with the supply and installation of the freestanding sign with digital message board. The Board agreed to enter into an Enhancement Agreement with Chute Lake Elementary School for this electronic freestanding information message board.

The following items were reviewed by the Board:

1. Field Trips 2013/2014

2. General Statement

October 23, 2013 Board Highlights

Recognition:

1. The Board of Education recognized the following:

The Across the Lake Swim Society and the H2O Adventure and Fitness Center for their commitment to providing free swimming lessons for all Grade 3 students in the Central Okanagan School District.

In attendance:

• Peter Rudd, President, Across the Lake Swim Society
• Mark Fromberg, Past President, i/c Merchandising, Across the Lake Swim Society
• Randall Wight, H2O Adventure and Fitness Center
• Renee Bell, H2O Adventure and Fitness Center

Springvalley Middle School Permaculture Project – Winner of the Best School Garden – City of Kelowna Communities in Bloom Green Thumb Garden Contest

In attendance:

• Troy White, Principal
• Karen Angle, Teacher
• Keith Green, CEA
• Students: Chloe Strocher and Dorian Saunders

Presentation:

1. Balanced School Calendar Report

The Superintendent provided a presentation on the Balanced School Calendar Report prepared by the SFU Centre for the Study of Educational Leadership and Policy (CSELP) dated July 19th, 2013. The Report was prepared by Bruce Beairsto, Larry Sackney, Marc Legacy, and Fred Renihan. Langley School District’s School Calendar consultation process was also referenced in the presentation. The Report will be forwarded to the District’s Calendar

Committee.

Action Items:

1. Amendments to Policy 541 – Board Authorized Courses and New Appendix 541A – Board/Authority Authorized Courses (Appendix)

The Board of Education approved the amendments to Policy 541 – Board Authorized Courses and approved new Appendix 541A – Board/Authority Authorized Courses (Appendix).

2. Amendments to Westside Area Workplan

The Board of Education approved the following changes to the Westside Area Workplan, which includes the following items to be discussed at upcoming meetings:

• Mar Jok and Westside Elementary Catchment Areas
  • November 20, 2013 Planning and Facilities Committee Meeting
  • November 27, 2013 Board of Education Public Meeting
• Feasibility of the French Immersion Middle School Program on the Westside
  • January 2014 Planning and Facilities Committee Meeting (date TBC)
  • January 2014 Board of Education Public Meeting (date TBC)
• Potential recommendations for changes to elementary feeder schools for CNB and GMS Middle Schools
  • Timeline to be established following the outcome of the FI middle school decision More details are available on the School District website – http://www.sd23.bc.ca.

3. Board Direction to the BCSTA Provincial Councillor

The Board of Education provided direction to the trustee representing it at the upcoming BCSTA Provincial Council meeting. A motion was passed supporting the BCSTA Bargaining Structure Task Force Report in principle, with the recommendation that the proposed Bargaining Representative Council Box be removed from the report. It was also recommended that any Bargaining commitments be fully funded by the government. Furthermore, all costs related to BCSTA assuming any roles formerly conducted by BCPSEA, be fully funded by the government.

Information Items:

1. Superintendent’s Emergent Issues

– The Superintendent reported that the District has now received 195 responses to the on-line survey on the proposed Westside catchment areas. Staff is now following up on the feedback received from the Public Consultation meetings and the on-line survey results. As a result of the feedback received, staff will also be contacting specific cohort groups for more information. Recommendations will be forthcoming prior to Friday, November 15, 2013. These recommendations will be posted on the School District website and will be further discussed at the Wednesday, November 20, 2013 Planning and Facilities Committee meeting at Mount Boucherie Secondary School at 6:00 p.m.

– The Superintendent also recognized staff, students, and parents who were involved in WE DAY Vancouver. Over 600 students represented the Central Okanagan School District at this event.

2. Learning Improvement Fund (LIF) Spending Plan Update

Trustees received a report outlining how the provincial Learning Improvement Funds are being allocated within the Central Okanagan School District.

The following items were reviewed by the Board:

1. Month End Enrolment – September 2013

2. Field Trips 2013/2014

3. General Statement