Good governance : a guide for trustees, school boards, directors of education and communities, 2022-2026
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In this guide, you’ll find valuable information on topics such as trustee roles and responsibilities, how to craft effective communication strategies, and best practices for working with school staff and community members. The revised guide contains legislative, policy and funding changes that have occurred over the past four years, with specific relevance for Ontario’s public education systems. Whether you’re a new trustee or an experienced one looking to brush up on your knowledge, this guide is designed to help you make the most of your time in office, and also serves as a great reference guide for school board staff leadership and community members.
School trustees play a critical role in shaping the future of education in Ontario. With this guide, you’ll be well-equipped to meet the challenges of this role head-on, and to make a real difference in the lives of the students, staff, and community members you serve
In this guide, you’ll find valuable information on topics such as trustee roles and responsibilities, how to craft effective communication strategies, and best practices for working with school staff and community members. The revised guide contains legislative, policy and funding changes that have occurred over the past four years, with specific relevance for Ontario’s public education systems. Whether you’re a new trustee or an experienced one looking to brush up on your knowledge, this guide is designed to help you make the most of your time in office, and also serves as a great reference guide for school board staff leadership and community members.
School trustees play a critical role in shaping the future of education in Ontario. With this guide, you’ll be well-equipped to meet the challenges of this role head-on, and to make a real difference in the lives of the students, staff, and community members you serve
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Introduction -- Chapter 1: An overview of Ontario's publicly funded education system -- Chapter 2: Board governance -- Chapter 3: Roles and Responsibilities - School Boards and Individual Trustees -- Chapter 4: Legal responsibilities and liabilities -- Chapter 5: Board representation, trustee elections, and vacancy information -- Chapter 6: First Nation, Métis and Inuit education -- Chapter 7: Board and committee meetings -- Chapter 8: Supporting student achievement and well-being -- Chapter 9; Education funding -- Chapter 10: Collective bargaining -- Chapter 11: Parent and community engagement -- Chapter 12: Communications, media relations and social media -- Appendix