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Jun 21, 2024 · The Supreme Court of Canada ruled Friday that public school boards in Ontario are an arm of government and cannot "disavow their constitutional obligations" under the Charter of Rights and...
What Board Members Need to Know About Governance and Resources You have a responsibility to gain reasonable confidence (assurance) in the School Board’s financial performance and integrity. The board does this by fulfilling 3 main roles: 1. Budgeting 2. Reviewing and approving financials 3. Using financial reports for performance oversight
- Introduction to Strategic Planning
- Strategic Planning & Good Governance
- The Multi-Year Strategic Plan: A Collaborative Process
- The Multi-Year Strategic Planning Process
- Conclusion
The role of the board of trustees is not that of firefighter, but like that of helicopter pilot – to see the bigger picture, survey the environment, determine where resources are most needed, monitor progress, and adapt to meet changing needs and challenges. Engaging in strategic planning can often prevent “fires” and allows the board of trustees t...
Strategic planning is one of the most significant leadership roles of a board of trustees. Strategic planning begins with establishing a purpose and asking the question “Why?” and continues with understanding the bigger picture, determining the board’s goals and strategies, ensuring equity in every aspect of the board’s business, setting relevant a...
With a solid understanding of the concept of strategic planning and what is required of their school boards, trustees can confidently begin the strategic planning process. The requirement to create a MYSP is a legislated responsibility and boards have recognized for a long time that this is an important governance practice. The approach to multi-ye...
Developing a strong MYSP begins with taking the time to get organized. A good place to start is reviewing the planning process from the previous MYSP and establishing what worked, areas for improvement, and what approach will be taken this time around. A commitment to good record keeping now will help to inform the next cycle of planning too. This ...
A strong and well-implemented MYSP has the power to shape an optimal future for students and staff, and can have a positive and meaningful impact on the board’s diverse communities. Trustees are leaders of publicly funded education and leaders in their communities and in the province. Together, they are responsible for creating the winning conditio...
Boards are required in Ontario Regulation 246/18: Members of School Boards – Code of Conduct to adopt a code of conduct that applies to the members of the board. The code of conduct is designed for trustees by trustees.
This is a summary of the rights and treatment that all board members are entitled to expect as members of the school board. These rights are limited to the board’s legal operating authority and should not be interpreted to extend an individual’s authority as a board member. The school board recognizes
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State law typically requires that school boards select a superintendent, adopt and implement personnel policies for staff, appraise school and employee performance, ratify individual and collective employee contract agreements, and serve as the final administrative agency in dismissal proceedings.
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School Board and District Administrator roles and responsibilities are determined by state and federal law. Laws define what must be done. Laws identify what gets decided locally. Education research informs boards and administrators regarding most effective practices.
