June 27, 2012 Board Highlights

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Wednesday, June 27, 2012

Recognition:

1. Kelty Slaney, Rutland Middle School Grade 9 Student

The Board of Education recognized Kelty Slaney, a grade 9 Rutland Middle School student, for

winning the Canadian Children’s Book Centre Book Week 2012 Writing Contest for Grade 9 Entries.

2. Retirement – Wayne Wilson, Executive Director – Kelowna Museums Association

The Board of Education congratulated Wayne Wilson, Executive Director of the Kelowna Museums

Association, on his upcoming retirement, and further recognized him for the many years of dedicated

service to the Kelowna Museums Association, Central Okanagan School District students and the

community.

3. Laronna Sewell, Kelowna Secondary School Grade 11 Student

The Board of Education recognized Laronna Sewell, a grade 11 Kelowna Secondary School student, for winning the National Brain Bee held recently in Ontario.

4. “Trappers” Jazz Combo

The Board of Education recognized the following students for winning a Gold Medal at the National Music Fest in Ontario:

MBSS

Sam Griffin, Grade 12
Everton Smith, Grade 11
Corey St. Pierre, Grade 12
Kolton Wieczorek, Grade 11

KSS

Anthony Argatoff, Grade 12
Spencer Dean, Grade 12

5. Wyatt Auto Parts & Westward Tools Award Recipients

The Board of Education recognized the following students for receiving the Wyatt Auto Parts & Westward Tools Awards:

Mitchell Deschutter, Grade 12, George Elliot Secondary School (Okanagan College Automotive Service Technician Program)

Manveer Duggal, Grade 12, Mount Boucherie Secondary School (Okanagan College AutomotiveService Technician Program)

Devon Phillips, Grade 12, Kelowna Secondary School (KSS Automotive Service Technician Program)

6. The Young Entrepreneur Dragons’ Den 2012 Award Winners

The Board of Education recognized the following winners in the 2012 Young Entrepreneur Dragons’ Den:

Secondary School 1st Place Winner – $1800

“Calor” from Kelowna Secondary School
Aaron Gubeli and Terry Lee

Secondary School 2nd Place Winner – $1000

“Moneymint Solutions” from Kelowna Secondary School
Bronson Majoros-Le and Liam McGoran

Secondary School 3rd Place Winner – $500

“Boat Boys Detailing” from Okanagan Mission Secondary School
Alex Ballingall, Sam Kwasnycia and Mark Manton

Middle School 1st Place Winner – $1000

“The Penzations” from Rutland Middle School
Andrew Fredrick and Chelsea Thorsteinsson

Middle School 2nd Place Winner – $750

“Heat N’ Play” from Glenrosa Middle School
Zac Callaghan and Tate Borg

Middle School 3rd Place Winner – $500

“Wicked Wands” from KLO Middle School
Kiana Pazdernik and Gillian Smith

INNOVATION AWARDS

Secondary School Innovation Award Winner – $500

“Plus21 Boards” from Okanagan Mission Secondary
Johnny Kendal, Cortlan Procter and Max Paulick

Middle School Innovation Award Winner – $250

“FOLLOW-me” from KLO Middle School
Jenai Fichtner

TRADE SHOW AWARDS

Secondary School Trade Show Award Winner – $250

“Cole’s Summer Lawn Care” from Kelowna Secondary School
Bronson Watt and Cole Weber

Middle School Trade Show Award Winner – $250

“Binder Bags” from Dr. Knox Middle School
Saphira Dugas, Hana Hamaguchi, Kaytlin Herriman and Laurel Maja

7. Report from District Student Council (Teagan Welch)

As Co-president of this year’s District Student Council, Teagan provided a presentation on the initiatives implemented this year which included a pen pal program between secondary school

students and elementary students. The Council was also involved in providing input on various District Committees as well as fundraising to support the Kelowna General Hospital Cardiac Ward.

Carson Reveen and Heather Halperin will be the new Co-Presidents for the 2012-2013 school year.

8. Okanagan Mission Secondary (OKM) Addition Project Definition Report

CEI Architecture presented an outline of the proposed addition to OKM.

Action Items:

1. School Act Class Size/Class Composition Update Report: May 2012

The Board of Education approved the School Act Class Size/Class Composition Update Report for the month of May 2012. Additionally, the Declaration of Appropriate Learning Situation by the

Superintendent was approved for submission to the Minister of Education.

2. Canadian Student Leadership Conference 2014

The Board of Education gave strong approval in support of the District’s intent to host the Canadian Student Leadership Conference in 2014.

3. Project Definition Report for the Addition at Okanagan Mission Secondary School

The Board of Education approved the Project Definition Report for the addition at Okanagan Mission Secondary School, and directed staff to submit the Report to the Ministry of Education – Capital

Division.

4. Project Definition Report for the New Elementary School in the West Kelowna Area

The Board of Education approved the Project Definition Report for the new elementary school in the District of West Kelowna, and directed staff to submit the Project Definition Report to the Ministry of

Education – Capital Division.

5. Naming of the New Elementary School in the West Kelowna Area

The Board of Education approved the name Mar Jok Elementary School for the name of the new elementary school on McDougall Road in West Kelowna.

6. School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan) Long Term Facility Plan

Specific Recommendations by Zone

The Board of Education supported in principle the following specific zonal recommendations for the Long Term Facility Plan:

Lake Country:

1. Provide a Grade 7-8 middle school within GESS (making it a Grade 7-12 school on an interim basis) – with a long term plan of a new middle school for Lake Country. Timeline: September 2013

2. Manage the balance of elementary student growth at existing elementary schools through the revision of catchment areas, redirection of students and/or the placement of portable classrooms until a permanent Grade 6 to 8 middle school can be constructed.

Rutland Area:

1. Reinstate catchment area boundaries for Ellison Elementary and Black Mountain Elementary to regulate student numbers and more clearly define transportation eligibility. Timeline: September 2013

2. Replace Rutland Middle as a Junior Middle with Grades 6 to 8 and convert elementary schools to K-5 and RSS to Grade 9-12 when the new RMS opens. Timeline: Align with completion of Rutland Middle Replacement

3. Address the sustainability issues of Springvalley Middle School.

• Convert Springvalley Middle School to a Gr. 6 – 8 middle school and feeder elementary schools to K – Gr. 5, in conjunction with the Rutland Middle School rebuild conversion.

• Middle School Catchment area revision.

• Review the possibility of introducing Middle School French Immersion to Springvalley Middle School to provide closer access for students in Rutland and Lake Country. Timeline: Review during the 2012/2013 school year to determine appropriate timing

4. Construct an 8 classroom addition at Black Mountain Elementary or revise elementary catchment areas to distribute the population more evenly. Timeline: Review during the 2012/2013 school year to determine appropriate timing

Central Kelowna Area:

1. Place portables at elementary schools as needed – with a long term plan to revise grade configuration changes to a junior middle model: K-5, Gr 6-8 and Gr 9-12. Timeline: 5+ years

2. Construct a new senior secondary school in the north end of Kelowna. Timeline: 5+ years

3. Create middle French Immersion Programs in outlying areas to relieve enrolment pressure at KLO Middle. Timeline: Review during the 2012/2013 school year

4. Revise elementary catchment areas to distribute the population more evenly. Timeline: Review during the 2012/2013 school year

5. Revise middle catchment areas to distribute the population more evenly. Timeline: Review during the 2012/2013 school year

6. Maintain high priority request in the Capital Plan to replace Glenmore Elementary with a new facility.

• Include in September 2012 Capital Plan Submission

Okanagan Mission Area:

1. Provide an interim Grade 7-8 middle school within OKM Secondary (making it a Grade 7 to 12 school on an interim basis) – with a long term plan of a new Grade 6 to 8 middle school in the Okanagan Mission area.

Timeline: In the September following the completion of the OKM addition

2. Revise elementary catchments to distribute the population more evenly. Timeline: Review during the 2012/2013 school year

3. Introduce an Early Learning Program to service the Okanagan Mission area at such time as there is adequate space.

Westside Area:

1. Revise elementary school catchment areas for the opening of the new elementary school on McDougall Road to distribute the population more evenly. Timeline: Prior to September 2014

2. Review and potentially revise elementary feeder schools to Constable Neil Bruce Middle and Glenrosa Middle. Consideration should be given to redirecting elementary students to Glenrosa Middle.

Timeline: Prior to September 2014

3. Place portables at elementary schools where necessary – with a long term plan to revise grade configurations to a junior middle model: K-5, Grade 6-8 and Grade 9-12 (400 student addition to MBSS or a new secondary school).

Timeline: 5+ years

4. Create a middle French Immersion Program at Glenrosa Middle to sustain GMS enrolments and provide greater accessibility to students in the language program, providing it is sustainable in terms of enrolment, location, form and cost. Timeline: Review during the 2012/2013 school year to determine appropriate timing

The Board also directed staff to draft a Long Term Facility Plan to be brought back in the Fall of 2012, for further public consultation and for review by the Planning and Facilities Committee.

7. School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan) Annual Budget Fiscal Year 2012/2013

The Board of Education gave first, second and third readings, passed and adopted the Annual Budget Bylaw for the Fiscal Year 2012/2013 in the amount of $211,693,695.

8. 2012/2013 School Planning Council (SPC) Goals

The Board of Education approved the 2012/2013 School Planning Council reports and goals for all 42 schools in School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan).

9. Draft Policy 221 “District Principal: Selection and Appointment”

The Board of Education approved the new Policy 221 “District Principal: Selection and Appointment.

10. Recognition of Staff and Volunteers

The Board of Education will recognize staff and volunteers in the fall and during Education Week.

11. Capital Project Bylaw No. 126444 – Carbon Neutral Capital Program (CNCP) – 2012/2013

The Board of Education gave first, second and third readings, passed and adopted the School District No. 23 Capital Project Bylaw No. 126444 – Carbon Neutral Capital Program (CNCP) – 2012/2013 in

the amount of $7,317.

12. Property Bylaw No. 121 – Belgo Elementary – City of Kelowna Statutory Right-of-Way (Sanitary Sewer Connection) Lot 42, Section 23, Township 26, Pan 18044, O.D.Y.D.

The Board of Education gave first, second and third readings, passed and adopted School District No. 23 Property Bylaw No. 121 (Belgo Elementary – City of Kelowna Statutory Right-of-Way) in

favour of the City of Kelowna for the purpose of accessing and maintaining a manhole and sewer pipe connected to the school.

13. Capital Project Amendment Bylaw No. 126352-2 – New Playground Equipment – Capital Requirements

The Board of Education gave first, second and third readings, passed and adopted Capital Project Amendment Bylaw No. 126352-2 – New Playground Equipment – Capital Requirements

Information Items:

The following items were reviewed by the Board:

1. 2012 Central Okanagan Community and School District No. 23 Literacy Plan

2. Whistleblower Service

3. Amendment to Policy 490R (Regulations) “Admission of Students Involved in Exchange or Other Reciprocal Programs” – The addition of “Exchange – YES Canada” as an approved exchange

program in the school district.

4. The Superintendent presented the Annual Superintendent’s Review, providing highlights from the previous year.

May 23, 2012 Board Highlights

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Recognition:

1. GESS Field Trip to Encounters With Canada in Ottawa, February 11-18, 2012

Ben Riley, Student

Natalie Morin, Teacher

Ben provided a presentation on the enriching experiences he encountered during Inuit Week at

Encounters With Canada. Ms. Morin also shared positive remarks regarding the professional

development opportunities provided for teachers during the week in Ottawa.

2. KSS Grade 12 Fine Arts Students – Film Presentation “Acceptance”

Students: Keegan Agnew

Hannah Bende (International Student)

Savana Salloum-Hedgecock

Spenser Sipe

Carlee Vollhoffer

Teacher: Ann-Marie Holmwood

Mrs. Holmwood shared her students’ involvement in the project, “Ten Thousand Voices”. Globally,

103 schools were involved in creating videos that celebrated diversity. KSS students produced an

outstanding video on acceptance of homosexuality.

3. District of Peachland Youth of the Year Award

The Board of Education recognized Lauren Boorm an, a student at Mount Boucherie Secondary

School, for receiving the District of Peachland Youth of the Year Award.

4. Cst. Sherri Lund, West Kelowna RCMP Liaison Officer

The Board of Education introduced and welcomed Cst. Sherri Lund, as the newly appointed West

Kelowna RCMP Liaison Officer.

Superintendent’s Report:

The Superintendent reported on the following:

– It is Cancer Fundraising Week at Kelowna Secondary School. KSS students and staff are

hosting the annual Cancer Fundraiser Drive-Thru Breakfast at the Rona parking lot on May 24th

from 6:30 – 9:30 a.m. On Friday, May 25th, the KSS Annual Cancer Headshaving will take place

during the lunch hour in the front parking lot. Donations will be forwarded to the BC Cancer

Foundation.

– Staff has now completed five community forums to engage the community in discussions

regarding the future of the District’s Education Facility Plan. The Board of Education will be

meeting on May 30th to review the community input received to date and to receive staff’s initial

recommendations for future planning.

– On May 28th, Okanagan Mission Secondary will be hosting a public event to determine

community interest in raising funds to build a theatre during the construction of the OKM

addition. Information regarding this event is available on the OKM website.

– A video was recently sent to all staff recognizing their involvement in increasing the student

graduation rate and number of students receiving Evergreen certificates. A bulletin was also

sent to all staff acknowledging their efforts in supporting student success and celebrating the

number of years of continuousimprovement (see attached).

Action Items:

1. School Act Class Size/Class Composition Update Report: April 2012

The Board of Education approved the School Act Class Size/Class Composition Update Report for

the month of April 2012. Additionally, the Declaration of Appropriate Learning Situation by the

Superintendent was approved for submission to the Minister of Education.

2. International Education Annual Report

The Board of Education reaffirmed support for the International Education Program in its current

configuration, holding to the enrolment guidelines established by the Board of Education which sets

the capacity of the program at approximately 200 FTE students and an additional 50 short-term

students.

3. Amended Policy 425 “Student Fees”

The Board of Education approved amendments to Policy 425 “Student Fees”.

4. Ministry Early Learning Agreement Approval

The Board of Education approved the new Early Learning Agreement with the Ministry of Education.

5. District One Goal Statement

The Board of Education approved the following overarching goal statement for the 2012-2013 school

year:

Each Central Okanagan School District student (K-12) will provide evidence of being a

learner, thinker, innovator, collaborator and contributor.

6. Transportation – Additional Service Routes

The Board of Education waived the requirement in Policy 470 “Transportation Services Management”

to collect the actual cost for Additional Service Routes and, for the 2012/2013 school year, set the

Transportation Charge for all riders at the level established in Motion 12P-059.

Information Items

The Board of Education also reviewed the following information items:

1. School Fees 2012/2013

2. Hollywood Road Education Services (HRES) Review

3. English as a Second Language (ESL) Annual Report

4. 2012/2013 Schedule for Program Reviews, Support Structures and Initiatives

5. Central Okanagan Principals’ and Vice-Principals’ Association (COPVPA) 2012/2013 Executive

April 25, 2012 Board Highlights

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Recognition:

Okanagan Mission Secondary School Teachers

Recipients of the Ken Spencer Award for Innovation in Teaching and Learning

The Board of Education recognized Carolyn Durley

, Graham Johnson and Paul Janke for receiving

the Ken Spencer National Award for Innovation in Teaching and Learning.

Declaration:

Asian Heritage Month – May 2012

The Chairperson made the following Declaration:

The Board of Education declares the month of May 2012 as “Asian Heritage Month” in School

District No. 23 (Central Okanagan).

Presentation:

Heather Anderson, Arion Therapeutic Farm

Ms. Henderson provided a presentation on therapeutic riding, describing how the local non-profit farm

provides equine and animal facilitated therapies for students and adults with special needs.

Declaration:

National Day of Mourning – April 28, 2012

The Chairperson made the following Declaration:

The Board of Education declares April 28, 2012 as a Day of Mourning in School District No. 23

(Central Okanagan) 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.

Superintendent’s Report:

The Superintendent reported on the following:

– Issues regarding Bill 22 and the current labour dispute continue to be worked through at a

District and school level. The amount of teacher invo

lvement in extra-curricular activities is still

yet to be determined. It is anticipated that graduation ceremonies will continue; however,

teacher involvement may be different than in previous years.

– As a result of schools participating in the annual Terry Fox Run this past year, School District

No. 23 schools raised $24,654.59 for cancer research.

Action Items:

1. School Act Class Size/Class Composition Update Report: March 2012

The Board of Education approved the School Act Cl

ass Size/Class Composition Update Report for

the month of March 2012, and that the Declaration of Appropriate Learning Situation by the

Superintendent be approved for submission to the Minister of Education.

2. Capital Projects Bylaw No. 126383 – 2012/2013 Annual Facilities Grant

The Board of Education gave first, second and third readings and adopted School District No. 23

Capital Project Bylaw No. 126383 – Annual Facilities Grant.

3. CUPE Member Employment Opportunities During the Two-Week Spring Break

The Board of Education directed the Superintendent to discuss with CUPE the feasibility of offering

meaningful employment to those CUPE employees who are disadvantaged by the two-week Spring

Break, and that discussions take place before the Calendar Committee meets next year, and before

the 2013/2014 Budget discussions, with recommendations brought to the Board of Education in a

timely fashion.

4. Student Transportation Charge – 2012/2013

The Board of Education approved a 50% reduction in the Student Transportation Charge as

described in Policy 470 and 470R (Regulations) “Transportation Services Management” for all

students using the School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan) transportation system.

5. Trustee Indemnity for the 2012/2013 Fiscal Year

The Board of Education set the Trustee Indemnity for July 1, 2012 to June 30, 2013 with no increase

to the stipend.

6. Superintendent’s 2012/2013 District Budget Recommendations

The Board of Education adopted the specific budget allocations and decisions, pertaining to the

2012/2013 Preliminary School District Budget as presented at the April 25, 2012 Public Board

Meeting, with an amendment to include the revised student transportation charge.

Information Items

1. School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan) 2011 Graduate Outcomes Survey Report

2. School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan) Student Readiness Annual Report

January 25, 2012 Board Highlights

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BOARD MEETING HIGHLIGHTS

Declaration:

School Bus Safety Week – February 6 through to February 10, 2012

The Board of Education declared the week of February 6 through to February 10, 2012 as “School

Bus Safety Week” in School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan) supporting the theme “Stand Back

From the Yellow and Black”.

Superintendent’s Report:

The Superintendent reported on the following:

– The Kelowna Art Gallery, in partnership with the Central Okanagan School District, is featuring

artwork from local teachers. The exhibition, titled “Second Nature: Works by Art Teachers

from School District No. 23” recognizes the artistic and creative talents of teachers.

– Next month, the Kelowna Art Gallery will feature student artwork during the annual “Art in

Action” Exhibition.

– Student registration for the 2012-2013 school year will open February 1, 2012 and close on

March 9, 2012.

– At the Central Okanagan Parent Advisory Council’s February 6, 2012 meeting, Director of

Finance, Eileen Sadlowski, will be facilitating a budget presentation for parents. This meeting

will take place at Hollywood Road Education Services at 6:30 p.m.

Action Items:

1. School Act Class Size/Class Composition Update Report

The Board of Education approved the School Act Class Size/Class Composition Update Report for

the month of December 2011. Additionally, the Declaration of Appropriate Learning Situation was

approved for submission to the Minister of Education.

2. Amended Policy 630 – Dedication and Naming of Schools and Facilities

The Board of Education approved the amendments to Policy 630 – Dedication and Naming of

Schools and Facilities.

3. Trustee Representation on the District’s Employee Wellness Committee

The Board of Education appointed Trustee Brinkerhoff as the trustee representative on the District’s

Employee Wellness Committee. Trustee Butler will serve as the alternate representative.

December 14, 2011 Board Highlights

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BOARD MEETING HIGHLIGHTS

Superintendent’s Report:

The Superintendent reported on the following:

– The Ministry of Education recently announced that 44 of the District’s 2011 graduates have

received provincial scholarships for outstanding academic achievement. Additionally, 96 students

received Dogwood District/Authority Scholarship Program Awards and 5 students received

Secondary School Apprenticeship Scholarship Awards. The names of award recipients will be

published in the new year.

– We have just concluded the fall season of athletics. The Superintendent commended all those

involved in supporting athletic programs. In particular, the KSS AAAA Girls’ Volleyball Team was

recognized for bringing home the provincial championship banner. This is the first time in over fifty

years that the banner has returned to Kelowna.

Action Items:

1. November 30, 2011 Class Size, Class Composition and District Class Size Averages Report

The Board of Education approved the School Act Class Size/Class Composition Update Report for

the month of November, 2011, and that the Declaration of Appropriate Learning Situation by the

Superintendent be approved for submission to the Minister of Education.

2. Superintendent’s Mid-Year Report on Student Achievement

The Board of Education approved the Superintendent’s Mid-Year Report on Student Achievement

2011-2012 and agreed that the Report be sent to the Ministry of Education to meet its January 15,

2012 deadline.

3. Budget Development Principles

The Board of Education approved the Budget Development Principles as follows:

The underlying principles for all budget decisions will be that:

*The students come first.
*Every budget allocation will be aligned to meet the District’s mission, vision and
values and the objectives of the District as outlined in the Board’s achievement
contract
1. Consideration must also be given to the individual school goals found in
the School Planning Council Reports
2. The District will obtain the most effective results for the dollars spent.
The Board must meet legal requirements, therefore, the budget will be balanced and
all statutory requirements will be met.
1. Achievement Contracts reflect the unique characteristics, priorities and needs of each
District and are the Board of Education’s public commitment to improving student
achievement.
2. School Planning Council Reports outline school based plans to improve student
achievement.