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Haida Gwaii AGENDA of the REGULAR MEETING of the Board of Education

School District No. 50 (Haida Gwaii)

Location: District Administration Office, Daajing Giids/ Queen Charlotte and via Google Meets

Date: Tuesday, November 24, 2020 Time: 6:00 PM Use Google Meet code: meet.google.com/tpk-zirn-nxd

Distribution List:

Board of Education SD50 All staff CUPE Local 2020 Haida Gwaii Principals & Vice Principals Assn Haida Gwaii Teachers’ Assn Old Massett Village Council Skidegate Band Council Skidegate Haida Immersion Program Haida Gwaii Observer School District No. 50 Website Parent Advisory Councils Village of Queen Charlotte Village of Port Clements Village of Masset Area D Director Ernie Gladstone Jennifer White Jason Alsop Laverne Hamilton

Agenda Action Page

1. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF HAIDA TERRITORY

2. PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD

3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

4. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE PRIOR MEETINGAND RECEIPT OF RECORDS OF CLOSED MEETINGS

4.1 October 27, 2020 Regular Board meeting minutes

4.2 November 24, 2020 In-Camera Rise and Report Action

Action

5. REPORT ON ACTION FROM PREVIOUS MEETING

5.1 Bussing to Port Clements Info/Action

6. DELEGATIONS/PRESENTATIONS

6.1 PLACE HOLDER

7. CHAIRPERSON REPORT

8. SUPERINTENDENT REPORT

8.1 Superintendent Newsletter Info

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8.2 District Literacy & Numeracy

8.3 K to 12 Student Population

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9. INDIGENOUS EDUCATION

9.1 BC Tripartite Education Agreement – Supporting First Nation Student Success

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10. STRATEGIC AND POLICY ISSUES

10.1 BC School Trustees Association Update

10.2 Strategic Planning Update

10.3 Amend District School Calendar

10.4 Northern Health Town Hall

10.5 PAC & DPAC

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Action

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11. OPERATIONS

11.1 Emergency Preparedness

11.2 October 2020 Finance Vouchers

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12. CORRESPONDENCE

12.1 Letter from PAC of Port Clements Elementary School Info

13. QUESTION PERIOD

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BOARD OF EDUCATION

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 50 HAIDA GWAII

MEETING AGENDA ITEM #3

Action: X Information:

Meeting: Regular Board Meeting Date: November 24, 2020

Topic: Approval of Agenda

Background/Discussion:

Recommended Action:

THAT the Board of Education of School District No. 50 (Haida Gwaii) approve the Agenda as circulated.

Presented by: Board Chair

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BOARD OF EDUCATION


MEETING AGENDA ITEM #4.1



Topic: Approve October 27, 2020 Regular Board Meeting Minutes


Recommended Action:

THAT the Board of Education of School District No. 50 (Haida Gwaii) approve the October 27, 2020 Regular Board Meeting minutes.


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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR BOARD MEETING HELD AT THE DISTRICT ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE IN

DAAJING GIDDS/QUEEN CHARLOTTE AND VIA GOOGLE MEET ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2020

PRESENT WERE: Roeland Denooij, Chair (Google Meet)

Dana Moraes, Vice Chair (District Administration Office) Julia Breese, Trustee (Google Meet) Wilson Brown, Trustee (Google Meet) Adeana Young, Trustee (Google Meet)

ALSO PRESENT: Carey Stewart, Superintendent Kristina Russ, Confidential Administrative Assistant Kevin Black, Secretary Treasurer

Maureen Benoit, Human Resources Officer Kiarah Brady, Student Trustee Kelsey Ross, Student Trustee

ABSENT WAS: MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC: Google Meet: District Administration Office:

Bridgid Cumming Sian Nalleweg Jennifer White Steve Goffic Laurie Husband Stephen Querengesser Lao Peerless Tammy Gates

Laverne Hamilton Tracy Morton Meghan Ives Warren McIntyre 1. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF HAIDA TERRITORY

CALL TO ORDER Chairperson Denooij called the meeting to order at 1803 hours.

2. NEW STUDENT TRUSTEE INTRODUCTIONS 2.1 – Welcome & Introductions Chairperson Denooij introduced the 2020-2021 new student trustees: Primary Trustee - Kiarah Brady (Gr.12) Gidgalang Kuuyas Naay

Alternate Trustee - Kelsey Ross (Gr. 12) Gidgalang Kuuyas Naay 3. PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD

The Board of Education of School District No. 50 (Haida Gwaii) invited members of the public to address

agenda items during the Public Question Period. o No questions were brought forward.

4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 4.1 R20102701 MOTION BY: Vice Chair Moraes

SECONDED BY: Trustee Breese

THAT the Board of Education of School District No. 50 (Haida Gwaii) approve the agenda as circulated.

MOTION CARRIED

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5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE PRIOR MEETING AND RECEIPT OF RECORDS OF CLOSED

MEETINGS

5.1 R20102702 MOTION BY: Vice Chair Moraes SECONDED BY: Trustee Breese

THAT the Board of Education of School District No. 50 (Haida Gwaii) approve the September 22, 2020 regular board meeting minutes as presented

MOTION CARRIED

5.2 The superintendent of schools reported that property, personnel, and student matters were discussed at the October 27, 2020 In-Camera Meeting.

6. REPORT ON ACTION FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS

6.1 – Bussing to Port Clements Superintendent Stewart reported a letter was received from the Village of Port Clements in regards to the bussing issue for residents from Tlell to the elementary school in Port Clements. Trustee Breese provided feedback from Port Clements citizens: There is not currently bussing for Tlell residents to the Port

Clements Elementary or financial support for parents. Port Clements citizens express concern about losing their school due to low students and staff. Trustees asked Superintendent Stewart to reach out to citizens of Tlell to get a better understanding of who is affected and what they need.

7. CHAIRPERSON REPORT

Chairperson Denooij reported the following:o Trustees attended a BCSTA workshop via videoconference and have been reviewing the materials

providedo Trustees will continue to work with district staff to ensure things are running smoothly with the

reopening of schools. They are happy to report that it has been going well so far.

o Vice Chair Moraes has been busy working with the Indigenous Councilo Trustee Young attended Provincial Council meetings.

8. SUPERINTENDENT REPORT

8.1 – Superintendent NewsletterSuperintendent Stewart presented the new Superintendent’s Newsletter which will highlight events takingplace in schools in order to share information with parents.

8.2 – StrongStart updateSuperintendent Stewart reported that as he is doing regular site visits, he is dropping in to check outStrongStart facilities. As some schools have yet to hire facilitators, there will be a more detailed update

in the coming months.

9. INDIGENOUS EDUCATION

9.1 – Local Education AgreementCarey Stewart presented the Local Education Agreement and noted it as a working document. Headvised the document will be reviewed throughout the year, with the goal of a long-term Local Education

Agreement.

R20102703 MOTION BY: Trustee Young

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SECONDED BY: Trustee Brown

THAT the Board of Education of School District No. 50 (Haida Gwaii) accepts the one-year Local Education Agreement.

MOTION CARRIED Four in favor/One abstention

10. STRATEGIC PLANNING AND POLICY ISSUES

10.1- Truth and Reconciliation Commission Super intendent Stewart reported that he will be working with the Haida Education Committee to establish how the Haida resources are being used within our schools.

10.2 – BC School Trustees Association Update Trustees reported that the Provincial Council meeting went well. There were motions put forward for safe

bussing as well as a unanimous vote on a motion for Anti-Racism and Black History Month implementation for the Kindergarten to Grade 12 sector. It was noted that the province is happy with the safety measures in place in schools. Thus far they have not had any outbreaks connected to the schools.

10.3- Strategic Planning Superintendent Stewart presented the School District No. 50 Haida Gwaii’s plan to develop the Strategic plan to improve student achievement.

R20102704 MOTION BY: Vice Chair Moraes

SECONDED BY: Trustee Young

THAT the Board of Education of School District No. 50 (Haida Gwaii) directs Superintendent Stewart to find two external consultants to put forward a proposal to guide the District Strategic Plan.

MOTION CARRIED 10.4 - Amend District School Calendar Last day of School (Administrative Day), currently planned for June 30th, will be rescheduled for June 25,

2021 due to the school year bookend language in the Teachers’ Collective Agreement that was overlooked. 10.5 - Student Enrolment

Superintendent Stewart presented the district student forecast as circulated in the Board Meeting Package. 10.6 – Framework for Enhancing Student Learning

Superintendent Stewart reported that there is a new requirement for all school districts to implement the Framework for Enhancing Student Learning. Categories for each of the following student populations to be reported on are as follows:

1. Indigenous students (i) living on reserve and (ii) living off reserve 2. Children and youth in case 3. Students with disabilities or diverse abilities.

10.7 - PAC & DPAC

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Trustees reported that there is still room for participation in the Parent Advisory Committees. Sk’aadgaa

Naay Elementary had their first meeting since the beginning of COVID-19 virus. It was noted that the Gaming Grant deadlines have been extended and will be looked into. Action – Superintendent Stewart will send out information on Agnes L. Mathers Elementary school’s Parent Advisory Committee by October 29, 2020.

10.8 - Student Trustee Policy examples R20102705 MOTION BY: Trustee Young

SECONDED BY: Trustee Breese

THAT the Board of Education of School District No. 50 (Haida Gwaii) strike a sub-committee to draft a Student Trustee Policy consisting of Trustee Moraes, and Student Trustees Brady and Ross.

MOTION CARRIED 10.9 - District Assessment update

Superintendent Stewart presented the Haida Gwaii Community Numeracy and Literacy Plan, as attached in the meeting package. The committee will include one teacher representative from each school

11. OPERATIONS

11.1 - 1st Quarter Operating Financial Update Secretary Treasurer Black presented and explained the first quarter operating results, budget to actual. He reported that with one month into the school year and three months into the fiscal year, the district’s spending is on track compared to the budget.

11.2- Auditor Appointment

R20102706 MOTION BY: Vice Chair Moraes

SECONDED BY: Trustee Breese THAT the Board of Education of School District No. 50 (Haida Gwaii) appoint Carlyle Shepherd & Co.

Chartered Professional Accountants for year ended June 30, 2021.

MOTION CARRIED

11.3 – Masset Schools Update Superintendent Stewart reported that senior staff will be holding a meeting on October 28, 2020 to discuss the Masset schools’ amalgamation.

11.4 – August/September 2020 Finance Vouchers

R20102707 MOTION BY: Vice Chair Moraes SECONDED BY: Trustee Young

THAT the Board of Education of School District No. 50 (Haida Gwaii) receive and file the August and September 2020 finance vouchers and expenditures as presented.

MOTION CARRIED

12. CORRESPONDENCE

12.1 - Supports Provided by School by Northern Health As presented in the Board meeting package.

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12.2 – Letter from Village of Port Clements

As presented in the Board meeting package and discussed in section 6.

12.3 – Haida Gwaii Teacher’s Union letter As presented in the Board meeting package.

13. QUESTIONS AND INQUIRIES RELATING TO THE BOARD MEETING:The Board of Education of Schools District No. 50 (Haida Gwaii) and members of the public held aquestion and answer period. The following agenda items were discussed:

o Scheduling of Professional Development Days with the Local Education Agreemento The Local Enhancement Agreement with Masset Village Councilo Masset Parent Advisory Councils meeting locations

14. ADJOURNMENTR20102708 MOTION BY: Vice Chair Moraes

THAT the Board of Education of School District No. 50 (Haida Gwaii) adjourns the Regular Board meeting

at 1948 hours.

MOTION CARRIED

__________________________________ _______________________________ Chairperson Secretary Treasurer

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BOARD OF EDUCATION


MEETING AGENDA ITEM # 4.2



Topic: In camera Rise and Report


In Camera Rise and Report

Recommended Action:

THAT the Board of Education of School District No. 50 (Haida Gwaii) approve the November 24, 2020 In Camera Rise and Report as presented.


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BOARD OF EDUCATION



Action: X Information: X


Topic: Bussing to Port Clements


Bussing to Port Clements – Survey results

Recommended Action: Discussion

Presented by: Secretary Treasurer

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TLELL TO PORT CLEMENTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL BUS ROUTE OVERVIEW

Background The board received concerns in regard to the bus route from Tlell to Port Clements Elementary School that was discontinued in September 2018. Actions Taken The Board directed senior staff to survey parents that may be interested in this service returning. Background: 3 students attending Port Clements Elementary School. 7 students attending Sk’aadgaa Naay Elementary School. SURVEY QUESTIONS ASKED TO EACH FAMILY:

1. If there was a bus from Tlell to Port Clements Elementary School would you change your school of choice?

Of the students currently attending either school, none would change schools if a bus was offered to Port Clements Elementary School.

2. Do you have any bussing concerns you would like to share? Overwhelmingly every family, regardless of their current method of schooling, noted the long bus ride to Sk’aadgaa Naay Elementary School as a concern. Families currently attending Sk’aadgaa Naay Elementary School requested the school district consider a before and/or afterschool program. The families did understand this would not lessen the length of time it would take to get students to and from school, it would however, lessen the time travelling on the bus. All families surveyed noted that they would be prepared to pay for this service if necessary.

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3. The eight homeschooled students’ families were asked, if you were not homeschooling what school would you attend if the district had bus service to Tlell?

Four of the five families, making up six of the eight students, noted they would attend Port Clements Elementary. RESULTS FROM SURVEY: The district has found that eighteen current students live in the Tlell area and could attend Port Clements Elementary School. Information gathered:

Current school arrangement # of Students Homeschooling 8 Sk’aadgaa Naay Elementary School 7 Port Clements Elementary School 3 Total Students 18

If you did not homeschool what school would you go to:

School of choice if not homeschooling # of Students Port Clements Elementary School 6 Sk’aadgaa Naay Elementary School 2 Total Current Homeschooled 8

Summary of responses: There are five families with nine students that have expressed interest in sending their children to Port Clements Elementary School if the district offered bus service to Port Clements Elementary School.

Summary After review and discussion with stakeholders it is clear we have two separate concerns. Concern # 1: There is no bus service from Tlell to Port Clements Elementary School. Options for the Board to consider

1. Provide a bus service from Tlell to Port Clements Elementary School. a. Estimated $50,000 for salaries/benefits and fuel/maintenance. b. Estimated $80,000 for a new 24 passenger bus.

i. One time cost but will need to be replaced approximately every 10-15 years.

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2. Provide a special consideration for transportation assistance similar to Policy G.6.2:Transportation assistance at $13 per day per family. Estimated cost using 181 schooldays at $13 = $2,353 per family * five families = $11,765 per year.

3. Status quo - continue with no bus from Tlell to Port Clements and do not offertransportation assistance.

Concern # 2: There is a long period of time that students from Tlell must physically sit on the bus to Sk’aadgaa Naay Elementary School.

Options for the Board to consider

1. Hire an after-school coordinatora. Estimated cost $7,000 per year

i. District paidii. Parent paid

iii. Grant opportunities

2. Hire a before and after school coordinatora. Estimated cost $14,000 per year

i. District paidii. Parent paid

iii. Grant opportunities

3. Transportation reviewa. With the addition of a new bus in Skidegate from the BC Tripartite Education

Agreement (BCTEA) there are potential efficiencies that could be put into place.

4. Status quo – continue with the current ride time for students on the bus.

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Action: Information: X


Topic: Delegations and Presentations


No Delegations at this time.

Recommended Action:

Presented by:

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MEETING AGENDA ITEM #7



Topic: Chairperson Report


Board Chair Denooij presents a verbal report

Recommended Action:


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Topic: Superintendent Newsletter


Superintendent Newsletter will be verbal report

Recommended Action:

Information

Presented by: Superintendent

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NOVEMBER 10, 2020 SCHOOL DISTRICT 50 (HAIDA GWAII)

Haida Language & CultureGood day my fellow SD #50 teachers and families

My thoughts are with you all during these harrowing times!

As the SD #50 Haida Language Culture and Curriculum Implementation teacher, I have begun a series of weekly Haida language lessons on YouTube based on our duel dialect Ocean Seasonal Round project. The basis for the project is the Haida Ocean Seasonal Round poster you all have in either or both dialects in your schools/classrooms. The accompanying book is at the printers and will be rolled out when we can next gather:)

In the meanwhile, each week I will be publishing lessons from the book for teachers to use in their weekly packages in whatever way you see fit - some ideas for example is for younger students to include a drawing depicting one of the Haida words or phrases, for the older grades perhaps they can incorporate a mention in their journal or Language Arts assignment. If you will note these videos will be in both Xaad Kil the Old Massett dialect and Xaayda Kil the Skidegate dialect, with SHIP's collaboration and permission.

If you have any questions, please email me!

By Superintendent Carey Stewart 1

Parent Advisory Council Meeting

GUDANGAAY TLAATS'GAA NAAY SECONDARY

SCHOOL

November 12 @ 7:00PM

Newsletter From Your

Superintendent

Board Meeting

NOVEMBER 24 @ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

District Parent Advisory Council

DPAC MEETING NOVEMBER 20

Remembrance Day

November 11

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I am also posting other weekly Xaad Kil lessons in collaboration with the Xaad Kil Office - Haida Language Office on my just today created Youtube page. Stay tuned and please see the link below!

https://youtu.be/L0CDxlIR4Oo

Haw'aa/ Haawa!Jaskwaan BedardHLCCI Teacher

Health Update Covid-19 for ParentsThe Haida Gwaii hospitals in both communities can test children with COVID symptoms with a new test which is less uncomfortable. The old test requires using a long swab which has to reach the very back of the nose to an area called the nasopharynx. This can be uncomfortable. The new kit allows a solution to be taken into the mouth, swished and gargled and then spit into a collection container. There are enough of these kits to test most children who may present for the next several months. If parents or any students have any COVID symptoms, the best first step is to keep kids home and to call the Northern Health COVID line: 1-866-645-7811.

Dr Tracy M

Rotating District School ActivitiesSk’aadgaa Naay Elementary School:We have settled into the new school year and are well on our way to a successful 2020-2021 school year. Sk’aadgaa Naay has participated in a variety of events since September.

Haida Language Word and Phrases of the week 1- School District #50 Haida Language and Culture As part of our Ocean Food Seasonal Round project in both Skidegate and Old Massett Haida Language, here is the first Words/Phrases of the week to accompany t... youtu.be


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Several of our classes took part in the annual Terry Fox Run. Ms. Watkin’s class went on a field trip to see the salmon spawning at Tarundl Creek and enjoyed a day of learning about the salmon lifecycle. Mr. Wahl’s and Mr. Burton’s classes walked around Spirit Lake.

Many students gladly dressed up for Halloween and showed off a wide variety of costumes. We have settled into the routines and safety measures in response to Covid-19 and are very happy to be at school.Leighann Rodger Principal

Parent Advisory CouncilParents/Guardians!On behalf of School District 50 (Haida Gwaii), you are cordially invited to attend and participate in the PAC meetings for the 2020 – 2021 school year.PAC is a wonderful way to network with other parents and to find out what is happening at the school and be part of the discussion of up-coming changes within your child’s school.

Each meeting includes a report from the Administration to help keep us informed of what is happening in the school and why some administrative decisions are made. The district Trustee representative also attends and reports, and let not forget your Superintendent will also make a report. Come on out and enjoy the fun and laughter as we all share a common value, our children.

Professional Development Day UpdateNovember 2:

Keynote Speaker: Kaleb Child

Kaleb is a member of the Kwakiutl (Kwagiulth) First Nation on northern Vancouver Island and has strong cultural knowledge through his Kwakwaka’wakw family connections as a traditional singer and dancer amongst the Kwak’wala speaking peoples. He has over 20+ years of experience in education in both teaching and administration in First Nations schools, Post-Secondary Programs, early learning and in BC public education K - 12. His education and professional experience has been connected closely to First Nations communities throughout



his career as a teacher, principal, director and educational leader. In his role across communities he works to enhance and support leadership development committed to Equitable learning environments, an Indigenous vision for pedagogy, authentic Indigenous learning connections for all learners, language and culture revitalization, and strengthening meaningful relationships across communities. Kaleb currently lives in Victoria with his partner Yakawilas, Coreen Child (Wilson), and their three daughters, Tłakweł’ganaxw, Kiara, Tłakwa’gila’ogwa, Natalya, and Tłakwa’ga, Mariah.

The workshops & facilitated by:

ARC-BC In Your Classroom with Adam Wilton & Colton McClafin This workshop is for educators who are using digital alternate format materials with students with perceptual disabilities and would like to learn more about finding the best fit between a student’s access profile and potential file formats.

Sharing strategies to use narrative across grades and across disciplines with Deavlan Bradley

COVID Impact on Haida Culture & Gatherings with Will Bedard

This workshop will explore the universal impacts of the pandemic on Haida Gwaii residents.

Google Classrooms with Ian Keir and Kim Madore.

SD50 Wellness Challenge - “You Can’t Pour from An Empty Cup”

Ways to incorporate X̱aad Kil learning in your classrooms and schools with Jasḵwaan Bedard

The link to the Ocean Food Virtual Book Launch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D4e4Q4d9uuw&feature=youtu.be

Mindfulness Based Art Activities with Jenn Byrne-Wissink, Tiffany Lavoie, Verena Gibbs

Outdoor Education "Technology" with Jamie Polk of Mount Moresby Adventure Camp


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D4e4Q4d9uuw&feature=youtu.behttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D4e4Q4d9uuw&feature=youtu.be


Thanks to our Educational Leaders who participated in Lead-Learning on this fabulous day.

Working from Your Community Schools

This month I will be working from various schools engaging with students, staff and parents. It may look different from school to school. In keeping social distance and following the safety procedures; if you wish to talk or share an idea call the school ahead of time. The site visits will alternate on weekdays.

Site Visits:Mondays: Port Clements Elementary School Tuesdays: Board Office / GidGalang Kuuyas Naay Secondary SchoolWednesdays: Sk’aadgaa Naay Elementary School / Agnes L Mathers ElementaryThursdays: Gudangaay Tlaats'gaa Naay Secondary School / Principal Tahayghen ElementaryFridays: Board Office

Yes! I almost forgot to mention: Can you guess how many School District 50 (Haida Gwaii) Graduates came through our district from 1991/1992 to 2019/2020? With all Dogwood Completion.

Join Parent Advisory Council (PAC) to find the answer which I will reveal to the District Parent Advisory Council (DPAC) rep, they will share out at your local PAC meetings from your child’s school.

Haawa’

Carey


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Topic: District Literacy & Numeracy


November 16, 2020 meeting with the District Literacy & Numeracy (Verbal Report)

• Programs

• Assessment

• Director of Instruction

Recommended Action:

Information


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Topic: K to 12 Student Population


K to 12 student Population will be addressed on the attachment.

Recommended Action:

Information


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Kindergarten to Grade 12 Student Population September & November

Ministry Count 1701 September Current: MyEd Grades Student Enrolment November Student Enrolment Total # +/- Kindergarten 25 25 0 Grade1 25 28 3 Grade 2 22 21 -1Grade 3 33 34 1 Grade 4 33 35 2 Grade 5 32 32 0 Grade 6 31 34 3 Grade 7 38 39 1 Grade 8 33 35 2 Grade 9 39 40 1 Grade 10 37 37 0 Grade 11 44 42 -2Grade 12 47 49 2

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September the district submitted to the Ministry of Education an FTE registered students 439 count. November student enrolment through the MyEd from K to 12 registered students 451 count.

Please keep in mind that the district still has students who are homeschooled.

Carey Stewart

Board of Education School District No. 50 (Haida Gwaii) Office of the Superintendent of Schools Mr. Carey Stewart Office: 250-559-8471, Ext. 104 [email protected]

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Topic: BC Tripartite Education Agreement – Supporting First Nation Student Success


November 17-18, 2020

• Local Education Agreement (LEA)

• Transportation

• Children and Youth in Care

This will be a verbal report.

Recommended Action:

Information


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BOARD OF EDUCATION





Topic: BC school Trustees Association Update


BC School Trustees Association Update

Recommended Action:


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Action: X Information: X


Topic: Strategic Planning Update

Background/Discussion: STRATEGIC PLAN CONSULTANT SEARCH UPDATE

Update on the search for a consultant to assist the District with the development of a Strategic Plan. We have reached out to:

• Jessie Hemphill – Alderhill Planning Inc

• Tamara Goddard – Four Our Future Indigenous Economics

Recommended Action:


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Strategic Plan Development School District #50 - Haida Gwaii

Prepared for: School District #50 Prepared by: Four Our Future Indigenous Economics Ltd. Date: November 18, 2020 Contact: Carey Stewart, Superintendent

Four Our Future Indigenous Economic Lens

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Four Our Future Indigenous Economics Ltd. 100 Park Royal South, West Vancouver, BC

Website: www.FourOurFuture.com Phone: 778.837.9461 Email: [email protected]

Table of Contents

Four Our Future Indigenous Economic Lens 1

Introduction 3

The Proponent 4

The Project 7

Methodology 7 Approach 7 Four Phases to Success 8 PHASE I: Project Management and Literature Review 8 PHASE II: Finalization of Materials for Outreach 9 PHASE III: Interviews and Engagement 9 PHASE IV: Develop Strategic Plan 10

Project Budget and Timing 11

References 11

Relevant Experience 12

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School District 50 Strategic Planning Proposal

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Strategic Plan Development for School District #50, Haida Gwaii

Introduction Four Our Future Indigenous Economics Ltd. (‘Four Our Future’) is pleased to submit this proposal to the leadership team of the School District 50, Haida Gwaii (SD50) to facilitate a collaborative planning process to develop a five-year strategic plan for the Island community that supports the vision of an educational community that ‘fosters dignity, resilience, and personal success for all students.” Based on our initial webinar meeting with School District 50 Superintendent Carey Stewart and a review of the District’s 2016 Strategic Plan, we are eager to pull from our team’s experience developing strategic and community engagement plans for several First Nations schools, regional school districts and Indigenous post-secondary institutions to work together to shape a new, locally-driven, culturally-responsive and actionable plan to inspire and guide the full community of learners, educators and administrators across Haida Gwaii. This proposal outlines the Four Our Future approach to strategic planning that is based on the Indigenous Economic Lens, which recognizes education as a key pillar to support intergenerational wellness and prosperity. Education is one of the four ‘people pillars’ that can strengthen respect for cultural knowledge and understanding of Indigenous ways of being, nurture the goals and dreams of community members, build community capacity and support local businesses and rewarding careers. These ‘people pillars’ are deeply connected to – and dependent upon - building relationships that respect for and strengthen the four ‘land and resource pillars,’ which ensure that reliable and affordable supplies of food, water, housing, energy and power are available now and for future generations.

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This proposal will shape a five-year strategy to guide the District by:

1. Building on and celebrating the District’s past successes; 2. Encouraging the full community of learners, educators and administrators to identify and

address gaps or barriers that limit student success, and; 3. Providing clear objectives, goals and measurable outcomes or indicators within a flexible

and responsive framework to meet the changing and often diverse needs of learners; 4. Unifying the schools, support services/programs, student families and Haida Gwaii First

Nation through the collaborative development of an educational vision and strategy; 5. Identify key educational themes and values to guide decision making and communications

to stakeholders; 6. Identify best practices for incorporating and engaging with First Nation’s cultural and

language programming into class curriculum; 7. Create measurable priorities and benchmarks for oversight by the SD50 Trustees to

oversee.

The Proponent Four Our Future specializes in developing long-term development strategies, economic plans, employment and training assessments and business plans. The Four Our Future team recognizes that historically, our people managed our economies based on the teachings of previous generations while planning to support future generations. Our mandate is to work together with Indigenous Peoples in Canada to support healthy individuals, stronger families and local economies, assert our rights and title to help rebuild our economies. Education is a key component to every healthy economy and therefore, an area of strength within the Four Our Future core management team. We put forward the following three professionals to take on this important project.

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Tamara Goddard, Project Manager CEO, Four Our Future Indigenous Economics Ltd.

Tamara has an extraordinary understanding of Indigenous Economics. Of the Saulteau First Nation in North Eastern BC, she continues to work on identifying and creating solutions to build healthy Indigenous economies in Canada. Tamara completed her Master's Degree in Indigenous Business & Leadership at SFU. Tamara’s primary focus is the study of traditional Indigenous ideologies and how the Indigenous ways of being can sustain beyond the current neoliberal regime.

Over the past 15 years under her company Mahigan Research and Development, Tamara performed extensive research into the gaps between First Nations, Government, and Industry. Tamara utilizes this research in her work with First Nations and Indigenous organizations to develop and implement economic strategies and partnerships and complex organizational strategies that consider the health and wellness of regional communities now and for generations to come. Her projects have included hotel and affordable housing projects, the study of Indigenous wellness and health in community organizations and Indigenous education strategies and plans. Kristin Kozuback, MEd. Project Consultant, Education and Training Manager, Four Our Future

Kristin Kozuback has been immersed in the world of Indigenous small business, education and economic development since 1999, when she started her marketing and training company Spiritlink Communications. Kristin fuels the entrepreneurial spirit in others by engaging with Youth, Elders and community champions to develop and facilitate culturally-relevant education, training and coaching programs. Kristin drives social change by promoting Indigenous perspectives that have been shared with her and her concept of turning the values of Reconciliation (respect, recognition, rights and responsibilities) into ReconciliACTION.

Kristin specializes in creating and strengthening strategic relationships to inspire stakeholders to work together to develop culturally-responsive policies, curriculum and programs that meet the diverse needs of Indigenous entrepreneurs and communities. She draws from a Masters of Indigenous Education Degree and experiences as a co-founder a drone software company and Director with Canada’s national drone industry association to strengthen our team’s business, education and social tech savviness.

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Candace Campo, Expert Advisor Associate Consultant, Four Our Future Indigenous Economics Ltd. Candace, ancestral name xets’emits’a (to always be there), started her company in 2002. Trained as an anthropologist and school teacher, sharing outdoor education and culture was a dream made possible by growing up on the land and being taught the stories and history of her people by her parents and elders in the community. Candace is a head kayak guide, storyteller and educator-facilitator. She also works with her community, shíshálh (Sechelt) as a cultural director. Candace studied Fine Arts and now provides art workshops, painting, screen printing, Salish art form, storytelling, digital storytelling to schools throughout Vancouver, Squamish and the Sunshine Coast. She also owns a screen printing shop in West Vancouver in the Squamish Nation community. Candace brings her experience of incorporating shíshálh culture and language into the Sunshine Coast School District curriculum, which will be an asset to this project.

Four Our Future is well-known for simplifying complex economic, community and organizational strategies. We understand the importance of thinking ‘big picture’ yet breaking down issues and opportunities into key-themes that can be graphically represented, measured and supported by multiple stakeholders. This graphic of our Indigenous Economic Lens breaks down into complex strategies for each regional economy and/or organization we work with. We look forward to developing SD50’s core values and pillars.

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The Project This proposal outlines a plan to implement the strategic planning process and produce a five-year strategic plan by:

● Identifying and engaging with key stakeholders. This includes, but is not limited to: ○ The SD50 Trustees, Superintendent and key management; ○ Principals of Schools, School Counsellors and support staff; ○ Haida Gwaii community leaders and stakeholders from various departments who are

often critical to student success yet not consulted (from health, business, etc.), and; ○ Students and their caregivers.

● Identifying key themes and best practices upon which to build short- and long-term goals, create momentum and simplify communications and reporting (both internal and external).

● Providing long term continuance processes that can carry the strategic plan beyond the five-year strategic plan.

● Outlining key performance indicators or success benchmarks for each year in both text and

graphical formats. ● Identifying reporting requirements and delivering effective, consistent accountability

systems.

Methodology

Approach The approach for the SD50 Strategic Planning project involves identifying priorities and confirming key activities to be completed in order to meet the project objectives. The approach for conducting the necessary strategic planning activities includes comprehensive engagement, research and analysis. The final strategic plan will be authored based on the development and implementation of informational activities with SD40 management and Trustees, key contacts across Haida Gwaii, School Principals and Counsellors and other staff or programs as recommended by the SD50 Trustees.

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Four Phases to Success The Strategic Planning process will be conducted through an integrated methodology that involves a variety of research, analysis, and stakeholder engagement activities. In addition, we will identify, develop and implement related events with direction and ongoing input from the Superintendent and Trustees.

Upon being awarded this contract, a detailed project work plan will be created and shared with the SD50 leadership team within one week. The work plan will be based upon the approach described in this proposal, which will be finalized through discussions between the SD50 Leadership Team.

The project will be conducted in four phases:

I. Management and Literature ReviewII. Communications and Outreach Tools FinalizationIII. Stakeholder EngagementIV. Strategic Plan Development

PHASE I: Project Management and Literature Review Tamara Goddard, the Project Manager, will meet with SD50’s Superintendent and Trustees at the beginning of the project. This initial meeting will be held via Zoom video conferencing or by conference call, whichever is best suited by all relevant parties. All relevant reports, literature and best practices identified by SD50 as additional resources will be submitted to Four Our Future or sourced by our team. The project objectives, priorities, key activities, and timelines will be identified, discussed and, when agreed upon, built into a detailed work plan. This work plan and all associated materials and documents will be uploaded into the Four Our Future online project management platform.

Reporting procedures will be established, including dates and communication methods for further meetings, focus groups and interviews. A Phase I summative report will be submitted that includes:

1) Summary of Literature Review with emerging key attributes.2) Interview Guidelines.3) Identification of key groups or individuals to interview and appropriate surveying practices.4) Suggested agenda for two-day strategic planning session.

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PHASE II: Finalization of Materials for Outreach Four Our Future will reach out to the primary stakeholders as identified in Phase I using four main approaches - Zoom group meetings, individual interviews and in-person focus groups that lead to a strategic planning session.

Once the project team has established lists of key contacts to perform interviews and engagement with, Four Our Future will develop a list of up to ten questions to guide the engagements. These questions will be developed from initial engagement with the SD50 Trustees, Superintendent and the literature review. The interview guides and focus group sessions will be customized for each subject group.

Four Our Future will work with Carey Stewart to develop appropriate internal and external communications materials, such as announcements of strategic planning sessions, schedules, introductions, and project updates. The Four Our Future team has the capacity to provide key messaging, graphic design work and social media graphics as required.

PHASE III: Interviews and Engagement To address the safety of our team and our clients, Four Our Future has developed a comprehensive, proactive COVID-19 Safety Plan. Depending on community approval, Tamara Goddard and Kristin Kozuback are available to travel to Haida Gwaii to connect directly with the SD50 leadership team and community members. We find this is the most effective way to conduct or host

● In person interviews and focus group sessions.● A two-day strategic planning session.

Yet Four Our Future is equipped to handle all in-person meetings in a digital environment, should travel be restricted due to concerns about COVID-19.

A summative report of these Phase III engagements and the Strategic Planning session will be created, which will finalize the key themes and attributes of Haida Gwaii’s vision for education in the District to be discussed in the two-day strategic planning session.

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Facilitators Tamara Goddard and Kristin Kozuback, will deliver a two-day strategic planning session with the SD50 Trustees and Management. The delivery of the planning session will be hosted by Four Our Future, hopefully in-person in the community. The agenda will be customized based on the results of the literature review and engagement interviewees.

PHASE IV: Develop Strategic Plan The development of the five-year strategic plan is the key deliverable of this project, as other main activities flow from this final outcome. Numerous sub-reports will be generated in each phase and will become the base analysis for the composition of the final report and strategic plan.

Four Our Future will present the final strategic plan in two draft stages. Assuming a December 2020 start, the first draft will be presented to the SD50 Trustees and key management for review and recommendations in late February 2021. Four Our Future will then update the draft plan with feedback and recommendations from the SD50 leadership team. The second draft will be presented for review before finalization and presentation in mid-April, 2021.

Once the final strategic plan is approved, graphics and images will be added; all subreports will be included as independent papers in the final plan appendices. The Four Our Future team will present the subpreports, financial documents and final, comprehensive strategic plan through a shared, secure Google drive with all document files created in all four project phases.

1) PDF’s of the final strategic plan with communications plan 2) Sub-reports: Strategic Planning report, interviews key theme report, survey report, focus

group reports, literature review/best practice report

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Project Budget and Timing

***Travel costs & GST have not been included in this proposal.

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Key Phases and Activities Time Cost: $1,160/day per consultant

Proposed Dates

Phase One: Management and Literature Review 3 days $4,640 Dec 1 - Dec 8

Phase Two: Finalization of Outreach Topics, Contacts and Agenda

2 days $3,480 Dec 8 - Dec 18

Phase Three: Engagement (Interviews, Strategic Planning Sessions, Focus Groups)

7 days $8,120 Jan 10 - Jan 20

Phase Four: Develop Two Drafts of Strategic Plan, Reporting Templates and Graphics

Graphic PowerPoint and Executive Summary

4 days

2 days

$5,800

$2,320

Jan 20 - Feb20

Present of Draft Plans and Final Strategic Plan 2 days $2,320 Feb 15 - April 14

Honoraria for Expert Advisor Contributions 4 sessions $1,000 (total) On-going during project

Total*** 18 days $25,360 14 weeks

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References Chief Robert Mountain Namgis First Nation Councillor (Economic Development Portfolio) Phone: 250.974.7036 Email: [email protected]

Jason Jenkins, Economic Development Officer Tsain-Ko Development Corporation (Sechelt First Nation) Cell: 604.741.7001 Email: [email protected]

Daryll Peters, TTQ Development Corporation (Douglas First Nation) Office: 778.770.4758 Cell: 604.935.7879 Email: [email protected]

Candace Campo, Sechelt First Nation Owner/Operator Talaysay Tours Inc. Cell: 604.341.7555 Email: [email protected] [email protected]

Paula Amos, Industry Tourism Association of BC Cell: 604.803.4494 Email: [email protected]

Geena Jackson, Indigenous Engagement Allteck Line Contractors Cell: 604.306.7736 Email: [email protected]

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Relevant Experience

Aboriginal Education Department, District 43 Role: Project Lead - Facilitation, and Research to Develop a 5-Year Strategic Plan In August 2011, Tamara Goddard was contracted by the Aboriginal Education Department, District 43 to produce a five-year strategic plan that would chart the path towards improving programs and services to become better aligned with the needs of the district’s 67 schools.

As a result of this strategic planning research and report, a new Aboriginal-themed school was opened to service the Tri-Cities, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port Moody. The alternative school has been successful in reintegrating children in grade 8 to 12 back into the school system and boosting their success rates. The school works with Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal children and their families in a collaborative model to keep students engaged in education.

Shíshálh (Sechelt) First Nation Role: Community Engagement and Strategic Plan for Selma Park Subdivision

Four Our Future was engaged by the Shíshálh Nation in November of 2019 to review the planning process for the Selma Park subdivision. The Nation has numerous departments providing services ranging from Public Works to health and cultural services to housing and employment and training. The new Selma Park Subdivision required multiple departments to provide input to assess then improve services to meet the needs of community members so that the new subdivision would interact with the community to provide housing, cultural space, food security and capacity/career building for nation members. Four Our Future is developing the project management plan from an Indigenous Economics Lens to ensure the subdivision supports the local shíshálh economic growth plans.

Native Education College (NEC) Project: Develop NEC’s Five-year Strategic Plan (2013-2017) Kristin Kozuback was asked to develop the college’s five-year strategic plan to guide the repositioning and growth of Canada’s longest-standing and largest Indigenous-led post-secondary institution. She drew from her seven years of experiences teaching at NEC in various courses in their Aboriginal Tourism Management, Applied Business Technology, Small Business and Northwest Coast Jewelry Arts Diploma programs to deliver a strategy that increased student enrollment and success rates, improved employee retention and satisfaction, and initiated

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or strengthened relationships with many urban Indigneous organizations and First Nations communities,

Indigenous Tourism Association of BC (ITBC) Project: Digitizing Educational Paths and Resources for Indigenous Tourism Operators

Four Our Future was engaged by ITBC to manage the development of a dynamic, interactive online platform to support Indigneous Tourism BC’s goal to continually improve programs, tools and training for member businesses, individuals and communities looking to launch or grow a tourism venture. The online platform serves its network of partners and members working to start, promote, and nurture a culturally-rich Indigenous tourism industry. An easy to navigate, culturally-relevant and interactive online platform was designed as an effective roadmap to guide Indigenous entrepreneurs, businesses and organizations through the journey of exploring, starting, maintaining, and then growing tourism-related products, services and businesses.

Squamish Nation Employment and Training Centre Role: Project Management, Research and Coordination of a 3-Year Development Strategy for 4 Indigneous Communities In January 2015, the Squamish Nation Employment and Training Centre contracted Tamara Goddard to compose a 12-month training and employment strategy for four local communities:: the Musqueam Indian Band and Tsleil Waututh, Squamish and Kwikwitlem First Nations. The strategy helped the communities to secure $3 million for training programs over 2 years.

Tamara and her team sought to identify key themes in employment and training (E&T) from each stakeholder group. An outreach strategy was also created to invite corporate stakeholders (from Crown corporations to small or medium-sized local businesses) to partner with these communities to:

1. Source Indigenous community members and First Nations to staff local projects2. Partner with First Nations to increase their success rates of obtaining contracts on their

traditional territories

Douglas First Nation Role 1: Five Year Strategic Plan for TTQ Development Corporation

Four Our Future was engaged by TTQ in January 2020 to produce a Five Year Strategic Plan, which included an environmental scan of potential industry development on or around Xa’xtsa Territories. The strategic plan outlines TTQ’s direction and relationships with Industry in the area

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and can be referred to in order to communicate future opportunities and, therefore, training and education needs for Xa’xtsa community members. The Strategic Plan included the framework to develop a full, five-year business plan and annual budget, each with achievable goals and benchmarks that can be approved by the Xa’xtsa Chief and Council then overseen by the TTQ Trustees once approved.

Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres BC Role: Project Lead BC Sector Human Resources Strategic Plan for Workplace Wellness In August 2012, Tamara Goddard was contracted by the BCAAFC to conduct a BC-wide research and community engagement project. The research and feedback gathered from community engagement activities shaped a strategy for the Aboriginal non-profit sector to improve workplace wellness. The Workplace Wellness and Quality of Work-life Strategy document and learning materials developed provided key insights, best practices and guidelines to inform development of a collective sector-wide strategy for inclusivity and workplace wellness. Thank you for the opportunity to submit this proposal.

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BOARD OF EDUCATION



Action: x Information: X


Topic: Amended District School Calendar 2020/2021


District Calendar Process

• Timeline

• Ministry Approval

• Union Bookends Collective Agreement

The Amended Calendar has been posted on the district webpage for one month. Following calendar approval process.

Attached is the amended calendar.

Recommended Action:

THAT the Board of Education of School District 50 Haida Gwaii approve the amended 2020/2021school calendar.


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SCHOOL DISTRICT NO 50 (HAIDA GWAII) 2020/2021 CALENDAR

SEPTEMBER

2 PVP Meeting

7 Labour Day, No School ++

8 Schools Open ++

22 Board Meeting

25 Pro-D, Non-Instructional Day ++

30 Orange Shirt Day

OCTOBER

7 PVP Meeting

12 Thanksgiving, No School ++

15 Cross Country Misty Meadows+


27 Board Meeting

28 HEC Meeting

31 Halloween

NOVEMBER

2 Ministry Day, Non-Instructional Day++

4 PVP Meeting

11 Remembrance Day, No School++

20 Badminton @GTN/TAH

24 Board Meeting

DECEMBER

2 PVP Meeting

15 Board Meeting


21 Winter Break Begins ++

JANUARY

4 Schools Re-Open ++

6 PVP Meeting

26 Board Meeting

29 Basketball @GTN/TAH+

FEBRUARY

3 PVP Meeting

10 HEC Meeting

15 Family Day, No School ++

18 Science Fair

23 Board Meeting

25 Pink Shirt, Anti-Bullying Day ++

26 Pro-D/ELF, Non-Instructional Day++

MARCH

3 PVP Meeting

11 Chess @PCES+

15 Spring Break Begins ++

29 Schools Re-Open ++

30 Board Meeting

APRIL

2 Good Friday, No School ++

5 Easter Monday, No School ++

7 PVP Meeting

8 European Handball @PCES+

21 HEC Meeting

27 Board Meeting

29 Alder Reading Gala

MAY

5 PVP Meeting

7 Floor Hockey @ALM+


24 Victoria Day, No School ++

25 Board Meeting

JUNE

2 PVP Meeting

3 Track & Field @SNES+

5/12 GKNS or GTN Grad

21 National Indigenous Peoples Day

22 Board Meeting

TBA GKNS or GTN Grad

25 Administrative Day, Schools Closed

++

HEC

Meetings

Oct 28

Feb 10

April 21

Non-Instructional

Days

Sep 25 – Pro-D

Oct 23 – Pro-D

Nov 2 – Ministry Day

Dec 18 – Pro-D

Feb 26 – Pro-D / ELF

May 21 – Pro-D

Jun 25 – Admin Day

PVP Meetings

Sep 9

Oct 7

Nov 4

Dec 2

Jan 6

Feb 3

Mar 3

Apr 7

May 5

Jun 2

Board Meetings

Sep 22

Oct 27

Nov 24

Dec 15 – Video Conf

Jan 26 – Video Conf

Feb 23 – Video Conf

Mar 30

Apr 27

May 25

Jun 22

+ All Elementary Schools Updated Oct 8, 2020

++ All Schools

AMENDED JUNE 25, 2021 as Administrative Day

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BOARD OF EDUCATION





Topic: Northern Health Town Hall


Northern Health Town Hall

Recommended Action:


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BOARD OF EDUCATION





Topic: PAC & DPAC


PAC & DPAC

Recommended Action:


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BOARD OF EDUCATION





Topic: Emergency Preparedness


Principals reached out to have their emergency plans reviewed. The district reached out the Ministry of Education who put us in contact with the Management Service Branch of the Ministry of Education. So far Port Clements Elementary has had their plans reviewed and the district will continue through this process.

Recommended Action:

Presented by: Secretary-Treasurer

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MEETING AGENDA ITEM #11.2



Topic: October 2020 Finance Vouchers


Finance vouchers will be included in the additions to agenda package.

Recommended Action:

Presented by: Secretary Treasurer

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Topic: 12.1 – Letter from PAC to Port Clements Elementary School


12.1 – Letter from PAC to Port Clements Elementary School

Recommended Action:


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Port Clements Elementary School PAC

c/o Port Clements Elementary School, PO Box 288, Port Clements, BC, V0T 1R0

November 4, 2020

Board of Education

Haida Gwaii School District

PO Box 69

Queen Charlotte, BC

V0T 1S0

Re: Tlell/Port Clements student bus

Dear School Board Chair Denooij & Trustees,

Since the board cancelled the school bus run between Tlell and Port Clements our school has suffered.

We’ve lost a third of our students and a third of our PAC. We’ve lost connections with families and people in

our nearest islands community that have been built over decades. We’re now worried about losing our

elementary school, as with fewer than twenty students and with four-grade splits it is harder each year to

create a positive learning experience for staff and students.

Right now, we have one student in Grade 7. In September 2021 he will be bused to high school. If he goes

to Queen Charlotte, he may reconnect with Tlell students that he hasn’t been at school with since June

2018. Otherwise, he will be entering a new environment alone, leaving behind all his classmates.

The Covid-19 pandemic has brought a host of extra challenges. It also makes us question the wisdom in

having elementary school students from Tlell who can be as young as 4-5 years old on a bus with high

school students from Port Clements, Tlell, Skidegate, Sandspit and Queen Charlotte for up to three hours a

day when these students could be on a bus serving only elementary school students from Tlell and Port

Clements for less than an hour a day. Yes, a 72-passenger bus allows for spacing, but it is still a closed

space occupied for much longer than necessary.

The Port Clements Elementary School PAC is asking that you show your support for our students, our

families and our communities by reinstating the school bus run between Tlell and Port Clements as soon as

possible.

Thank you,

Kazamir Falconbridge

PCES PAC President

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