BRANT HALDIMAND NORFOLK Catholic District School Board Catholic Education Centre 322 Fairview Drive Brantford, ON N3T 5M8

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1 BRANT HALDIMAND NORFOLK Catholic District School Board Agenda Catholic Education Centre 322 Fairview Drive Brantford, ON N3T 5M8 Members: Trustees: Board Meeting Tuesday, March 26, :00 p.m. Boardroom Rick Petrella (Chair), Dan Dignard (Vice-Chair), Cliff Casey, Bill Chopp, Carol Luciani, Mark Watson, Kaiya Daly (Student Trustee) Senior Administration: Michael McDonald (Director of Education Designate), Michelle Shypula and Leslie Telfer (Superintendents of Education), Jim LoPresti (Corporate Services Advisor) 1. Opening Business 1.1 Opening Prayer Almighty God, bless us as we gather today for this meeting. Guide our minds and hearts so that we will work for the good of our community and be a help to all people. Teach us to be generous in our outlook, courageous in the face of difficulty, and wise in our decisions. We give you praise and glory, Lord our God, for ever and ever. Amen 1.2 Attendance 1.3 Approval of the Agenda Pages Declaration of Interest 1.5 Approval of Board Meeting Minutes February 26, 2019 Pages 3 5 Approval of Special Meeting of the Board Minutes February 26, 2019 Pages 6 7 Approval of Special Meeting of the Board Minutes March 6, 2019 Pages 8 9 Approval of Special Meeting of the Board Minutes March 11, 2019 Pages Business Arising from the Minutes 2. Presentations 3. Delegations 4. Consent Agenda 5. Committee and Staff Reports 5.1 Unapproved Minutes and Recommendations from the Committee of the Whole Pages Meeting March 19, 2019 Presenter: Dan Dignard, Vice-Chair of the Board Global South Encounter Guatemala (pages 18 49) Excursion Ireland (page 50) Excursion Saline, Michigan USA (page 51) 5.2 Excursion Italy and France Page Student Trustee Update Page 53 Presenter: Kaiya Daly, Student Trustee 6. Information and Correspondence 7. Notices of Motion 1 of 54

2 BRANT HALDIMAND NORFOLK Catholic District School Board Agenda Catholic Education Centre 322 Fairview Drive Brantford, ON N3T 5M8 8. Notices of Motion Being Considered for Adoption 9. Trustee Inquiries 10. Business In-Camera 207 (2) Closing of certain committee meetings. A meeting of a committee of a board, including a committee of the whole board, may be closed to the public when the subject-matter under consideration involves: a. The security of the property of the board; b. The disclosure of intimate, personal or financial information in respect of a member of the board or committee, an employee or prospective employee of the board or a pupil or her or her parent or guardian; c. The acquisition or disposal of a school site; d. Decisions in respect of negotiations with employees of the board; or e. Litigation affecting the board. 11. Report on the In-Camera Session 12. Future Meetings and Events Page Closing Prayer Heavenly Father, we thank you for your gifts to us: for making us, for saving us in Christ, for calling us to be your people. As we come to the end of this meeting, we give you thanks for all the good things you have done in us. We thank you for all who have shared in the work of this Board, and ask you to bless us all in your love. We offer this prayer, Father, through Christ our Lord. Amen 14. Adjournment Next meeting: Tuesday, April 23, 2019, 7:00 p.m. Boardroom 2 of 54

3 BRANT HALDIMAND NORFOLK Catholic District School Board Minutes Catholic Education Centre 322 Fairview Drive Brantford, ON N3T 5M8 Present: Trustees: Board Meeting Tuesday, February 26, :00 p.m. Boardroom Rick Petrella (Chair), Dan Dignard (Vice-Chair), Cliff Casey, Bill Chopp, Carol Luciani, Mark Watson, Kaiya Daly (Student Trustee) Senior Administration: Michael McDonald (Director of Education Designate), Jim LoPresti (Corporate Services Advisor) 1. Opening Business 1.1 Opening Prayer The meeting was opened with prayer led by Chair Petrella. 1.2 Attendance As noted above. 1.3 Approval of the Agenda Moved by: Cliff Casey Seconded by: Carol Luciani THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the agenda of the February 26, 2019 Board Meeting. 1.4 Declaration of Interest Nil 1.5 Approval of Board Meeting Minutes January 22, 2019 Moved by: Dan Dignard Seconded by: Cliff Casey THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the minutes of the January 22, 2019 Board Meeting. Approval of Special Meeting of the Board Minutes February 4, 2019 Moved by: Dan Dignard Seconded by: Cliff Casey THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the minutes of the February 4, 2019 Special Meeting of the Board. Approval of Special Meeting of the Board Minutes February 8, 2019 Moved by: Dan Dignard Seconded by: Cliff Casey THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the minutes of the February 8, 2019 Special Meeting of the Board. 3 of 54

4 BRANT HALDIMAND NORFOLK Catholic District School Board Minutes Catholic Education Centre 322 Fairview Drive Brantford, ON N3T 5M8 1.6 Business Arising from the Minutes Nil 2. Presentations Nil 3. Delegations Nil 4. Consent Agenda Nil 5. Committee and Staff Reports 5.1 Unapproved Minutes and Recommendations from the Committee of the Whole Meeting February 19, 2019 Vice-Chair Dignard reviewed the business of the February 19, 2019 Committee of the Whole meeting and brought forward the following recommendations: THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the proposed School Year Calendars for Elementary and Secondary schools. THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the excursion request from St. John s College for the Girls Rugby Team to travel to Hawaii from Sunday, March 15 to Sunday, March 22, 2020 to participate in the Girls Rugby Tour THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the request from Assumption College School for an excursion to Italy from Friday, March 13, 2020 to Sunday, March 22, Moved by: Carol Luciani Seconded by: Dan Dignard THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board receives the unapproved minutes of the Committee of the Whole Meeting of February 19, Moved by: Carol Luciani Seconded by: Dan Dignard THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the recommendations of the Committee of the Whole Meeting of February 19, Student Trustee Update Student Trustee Daly reviewed the Valentine s day activities that occurred at each high school. She mentioned the upcoming events that are currently being planned by each student council. Moved by: Carol Luciani Seconded by: Cliff Casey THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board receives the Student Trustee Update. 6. Information and Correspondence Nil 7. Notices of Motion Nil 8. Notices of Motion Being Considered for Adoption Nil 4 of 54

5 BRANT HALDIMAND NORFOLK Catholic District School Board Minutes Catholic Education Centre 322 Fairview Drive Brantford, ON N3T 5M8 9. Trustee Inquiries There was a trustee concern raised about a call received from a parent regarding inclement weather. There was discussion about the inclement weather policy and the way in which it is applied and communicated to the system. It was noted that the inclement weather policy is scheduled to be reviewed by the policy committee, once it has been rescheduled. 10. Business In-Camera Moved by: Carol Luciani Seconded by: Cliff Casey THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board moves to an In-Camera session. 11. Report on the In-Camera Session Moved by: Bill Chopp Seconded by: Dan Dignard THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the business of the In- Camera session. 12. Future Meetings and Events Chair Petrella drew attention to the upcoming meetings and events. 13. Closing Prayer The meeting was closed with prayer led by Chair Petrella. 14. Adjournment Moved by: Cliff Casey Seconded by: Bill Chopp THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board adjourns the February 26, 2019 Board Meeting. Next meeting: Tuesday, March 26, 2019, 7:00 p.m. Boardroom 5 of 54

6 BRANT HALDIMAND NORFOLK Catholic District School Board Minutes Catholic Education Centre 322 Fairview Drive Brantford, ON N3T 5M8 Present: Special Meeting of the Board Tuesday, February 26, 2019 Immediately following the Board Meeting Boardroom Trustees: Rick Petrella (Chair), Dan Dignard (Vice-Chair), Cliff Casey, Bill Chopp, Carol Luciani, Mark Watson Senior Administration: Jim LoPresti (Corporate Services Advisor) 1. Opening Business 1.1 Attendance As noted above. 1.2 Approval of the Agenda Moved by: Bill Chopp Seconded by: Cliff Casey THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the agenda of the February 26, 2019 Special Meeting of the Board. 1.3 Declaration of Interest Nil 2. Presentations Nil 3. Delegations Nil 4. Consent Agenda Nil 5. Committee and Staff Reports Nil 6. Information and Correspondence Nil 7. Trustee Inquiries Nil 8. Business In-Camera Moved by: Cliff Casey Seconded by: Carol Luciani THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board moves to an In-Camera session. 9. Report on the In-Camera Session Moved by: Dan Dignard Seconded by: Cliff Casey THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the business of the In- Camera session. 6 of 54

7 BRANT HALDIMAND NORFOLK Catholic District School Board Minutes Catholic Education Centre 322 Fairview Drive Brantford, ON N3T 5M8 10. Adjournment Moved by: Bill Chopp Seconded by: Carol Luciani THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board adjourns the February 26, 2019 Special Meeting of the Board. Next meeting: Tuesday, March 26, 2019, 7:00 p.m. Boardroom 7 of 54

8 BRANT HALDIMAND NORFOLK Catholic District School Board Minutes Catholic Education Centre 322 Fairview Drive Brantford, ON N3T 5M8 Present: Absent: Trustees: Special Meeting of the Board Wednesday, March 6, :00 p.m. Boardroom Rick Petrella (Chair), Dan Dignard (Vice-Chair), Cliff Casey, Bill Chopp, Carol Luciani Mark Watson Senior Administration: Mike McDonald (Director of Education Designate), Jim LoPresti (Corporate Services Advisor) 1. Opening Business 1.1 Opening Prayer The meeting was opened with prayer led by Chair Petrella. 1.2 Attendance As noted above. 1.3 Approval of the Agenda Moved by: Carol Luciani Seconded by: Cliff Casey THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the agenda of the March 6, 2019 Special Meeting of the Board, as amended. 1.4 Declaration of Interest Nil 2. Presentations Nil 3. Delegations Nil 4. Consent Agenda Nil 5. Committee and Staff Reports Nil 6. Information and Correspondence Nil 7. Trustee Inquiries Nil 8. Business In-Camera Moved by: Cliff Casey Seconded by: Carol Luciani THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board moves to an In-Camera session. 9. Report on the In-Camera Session Moved by: Bill Chopp Seconded by: Dan Dignard THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School approves the business of the In-Camera session. 8 of 54

9 BRANT HALDIMAND NORFOLK Catholic District School Board Minutes Catholic Education Centre 322 Fairview Drive Brantford, ON N3T 5M8 10. Closing Prayer Chair Petrella led the closing prayer. 11. Adjournment Moved by: Dan Dignard Seconded by: Carol Luciani THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board adjourns the March 6, 2019 Special Meeting of the Board. Next meeting: Tuesday, March 26, 2019, 7:00 p.m. Boardroom 9 of 54

10 BRANT HALDIMAND NORFOLK Catholic District School Board Minutes Catholic Education Centre 322 Fairview Drive Brantford, ON N3T 5M8 Present: Teleconference: Absent: Trustees: Special Meeting of the Board Monday, March 11, :00 p.m. Trustees Meeting Room Rick Petrella (Chair), Dan Dignard (Vice-Chair), Bill Chopp Carol Luciani, Mark Watson Cliff Casey Senior Administration: Mike McDonald (Director of Education Designate) 1. Opening Business 1.1 Opening Prayer Chair Petrella led the opening prayer. 1.2 Attendance As noted above. 1.3 Approval of the Agenda Moved by: Bill Chopp Seconded by: Carol Luciani THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the agenda of the March 11, 2019 Special Meeting of the Board. 1.4 Declaration of Interest Nil 2. Presentations Nil 3. Delegations Nil 4. Consent Agenda Nil 5. Committee and Staff Reports Nil 6. Information and Correspondence Nil 7. Trustee Inquiries Nil 8. Business In-Camera Moved by: Dan Dignard Seconded by: Carol Luciani THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board moves to an In-Camera session. 10 of 54

11 BRANT HALDIMAND NORFOLK Catholic District School Board Minutes Catholic Education Centre 322 Fairview Drive Brantford, ON N3T 5M8 9. Report on the In-Camera Session Moved by: Bill Chopp Seconded by: Dan Dignard THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the business of the In- Camera session. 10. Closing Prayer Nil 11. Adjournment Moved by: Carol Luciani Seconded by: Dan Dignard THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board adjourns the March 11, 2019 Special Meeting of the Board. Next meeting: Tuesday, March 26, 2019, 7:00 p.m. Boardroom 11 of 54

12 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE BOARD FROM THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE March 19, 2019 AGENDA ITEM MOTION THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the One by One Global South Excursion to Guatemala scheduled for January/February THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the request from Holy Trinity Catholic High School for an excursion to Ireland from Friday, March 13 to Saturday, March 21, THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the request from Assumption College School for an excursion to Saline, Michigan from Friday, September 6 to Saturday, September 7, RECOMMENDATIONS: THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board receives the unapproved minutes of the Committee of the Whole Meeting of March 19, THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the recommendations of the Committee of the Whole Meeting of March 19, of 54

13 BRANT HALDIMAND NORFOLK Catholic District School Board Minutes Catholic Education Centre 322 Fairview Drive Brantford, ON N3T 5M8 Present: Trustees: Committee of the Whole Tuesday, March 19, :00 p.m. Boardroom Rick Petrella (Chair), Dan Dignard (Vice-Chair), Cliff Casey, Bill Chopp, Carol Luciani, Mark Watson, Kaiya Daly (Student Trustee) Senior Administration: Michael McDonald (Director of Education Designate), Michelle Shypula and Leslie Telfer (Superintendents of Education), Jim LoPresti (Corporate Services Advisor) 1. Opening Business 1.1 Opening Prayer The meeting was opened with prayer led by Chair Petrella. 1.2 Attendance As noted above. 1.3 Approval of the Agenda Moved by: Carol Luciani Seconded by: Cliff Casey THAT the Committee of the Whole of the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the agenda of the March 19, 2019 meeting. 1.4 Declaration of Interest Nil 1.5 Approval of Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes February 19, 2019 Moved by: Cliff Casey Seconded by: Dan Dignard THAT the Committee of the Whole of the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the minutes of the February 19, 2019 meeting. 1.6 Business Arising from the Minutes Nil 2. Presentations Nil 3. Delegations Nil 4. Consent Agenda 4.1 THAT the Committee of the Whole refers the unapproved minutes of the Special Education Advisory Committee Meeting of February 26, 2019 to the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board for receipt. 4.2 THAT the Committee of the Whole refers the unapproved minutes of the Student Transportation Services Brant Haldimand Norfolk Board of Directors Committee Meeting of March 5, 2019 to the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board for receipt. 13 of 54

14 BRANT HALDIMAND NORFOLK Catholic District School Board Minutes Catholic Education Centre 322 Fairview Drive Brantford, ON N3T 5M8 Moved by: Carol Luciani Seconded by: Dan Dignard THAT the Committee of the Whole of the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board receives all reports and approves all motions under the Consent Agenda. 5. Committee and Staff Reports 5.1 Global South Encounter Guatemala Director Designate McDonald thanked participants and staff for the hours spent in preparation for the encounter and congratulated them for a successful encounter. He introduced Tara Williams, Vice-Principal of Assumption College School and an instrumental staff leader in planning the encounter. Mrs. Williams reviewed the goals of the encounter which were service learning, encounter activities, historical and cultural learning, and faith formation. She highlighted the pre-departure work that took place such as cultural sensitivity, ethical sensitivity, ethical storytelling, travel safety, team building, daily reflection, and Catholic social teachings. Mrs. Williams reviewed the cost breakdown for the encounter and the fundraising goal, which was $1,000 per student. The group agreed that any fundraising above and beyond the goal would go directly to the Guatemalan community. While in Guatemala, the community projects included working on a kitchen (which had been started on the last BHNCDSB Guatemalan encounter), fence construction, school painting, work in the classroom, and getting water flowing from the water tower to the kitchen. The most difficult part of the work projects was the access to tools was very limited. The group participated in activities to build relationships with the community and participated in historical and cultural experiences such as a walking tour of Antigua, a history of Guatemala lecture, the Iximche Mayan Ruins, Chichicastenango Mayan Market, etc. Mrs. Williams show a photo of all of the socks that were collected form our elementary schools and presented to Guatemala community. She also indicated with the extra money that was collected through fundraising, the community was able to buy school supplies, transportation, and water for the whole 2019 school year. Mrs. Williams brought three students, Carly Burow, Madisyn Webb, and Tristan Wall to share what the Guatemalan encounter meant to them. Chair Petrella thanked the staff and students of the encounter for their hard work and for making the Board proud of the work they were able to accomplish while on encounter. The trustees each expressed their thanks to staff and students. Moved by: Cliff Casey Seconded by: Dan Dignard THAT the Committee of the Whole of the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the One by One Global South Excursion to Guatemala scheduled for January/February Excursion Ireland Director Designated McDonald presented the request from Holy Trinity Catholic High School for an excursion to Ireland. This excursion will provide students with the opportunity to study the rich history, culture and geography of Ireland. The excursion will include a visit to St. Patrick s Cathedral in Dublin. The request is in accordance with Board policy and procedures. 14 of 54

15 BRANT HALDIMAND NORFOLK Catholic District School Board Minutes Catholic Education Centre 322 Fairview Drive Brantford, ON N3T 5M8 Moved by: Carol Luciani Seconded by: Cliff Casey THAT the Committee of the Whole recommends that the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the request from Holy Trinity Catholic High School for an excursion to Ireland from Friday, March 13 to Saturday, March 21, Excursion Saline, Michigan USA Director Designate McDonald presented the request from Assumption College School for an excursion to Saline, Michigan USA to participate in an exhibition football game. This excursion will provide students with an opportunity for personal growth and team building. They will be developing their physical efforts and contributing to team success. The request is in accordance with Board policy and procedures. Moved by: Dan Dignard Seconded by: Mark Watson THAT the Committee of the Whole recommends that the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the request from Assumption College School for an excursion to Saline, Michigan from Friday, September 6 to Saturday, September 7, Pathways Update Director Designate McDonald presented the report, which outlines the events being held within the district to promote the skilled trades. The Ministry has not changed their support for the skilled trades but will look to extend the exposure from the secondary panel into elementary panel as well. Director Designate McDonald drew attention to some of the upcoming events. Moved by: Bill Chopp Seconded by: Dan Dignard THAT the Committee of the Whole refers the Pathways Update report to the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board for receipt. 5.5 Student Achievement Update Superintendent Telfer introduced Chandra Portelli who has returned to the role of Student Achievement Lead. She reviewed the Essential Practices and indicated that the work within the district has been around them. Superintendent Telfer reviewed the measurement initiative that is being done with Grade 2 and Grade 5 students. She reviewed the tools and assessments that all teachers have that aid in the assessment of students, delivery of the information, and follow up instruction, if needed. Superintendent Telfer reviewed the EQAO pilot project that is currently running in five of our elementary schools. A test was administered at the beginning of the school year, so the teacher could determine areas of strength and areas of focus. The test will be administered again prior to the EQAO test to ensure there has been learning in the areas of focus. It will also allow the teacher to identify an area that may need more focus prior to the EQAO testing. Superintendent Telfer reviewed the secondary initiative that is being done in Grade 9 and Grade 10 applied classes. There has been professional learning for the teachers focusing on multiplication and comparing fractions, which will continue into second semester. 15 of 54

16 BRANT HALDIMAND NORFOLK Catholic District School Board Minutes Catholic Education Centre 322 Fairview Drive Brantford, ON N3T 5M8 Superintendent Telfer indicated that the principals and vice-principals continue to receive math support at their monthly meetings. This will ensure they are equipped with the knowledge to support the professional development in their teachers. A success criteria document was created in each area of math so the principals and vice-principals can monitor the work that is being done. Moved by: Carol Luciani Seconded by: Cliff Casey THAT the Committee of the Whole refers the Student Achievement Update report to the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board for receipt. 5.6 Financial Report as of February 2019 Corporate Services Advisor LoPresti indicated that we are on track for budget. There was discussion about specific line items. Moved by: Bill Chopp Seconded by: Dan Dignard THAT the Committee of the Whole refers the Financial Report as of February 2019 to the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board for receipt. 5.7 Joint Use Agreement with the Corporation of the County of Brant Corporate Services Advisor LoPresti indicated the only major change to the agreement is the removal of the affiliates. This will reflect a more balanced agreement. Moved by: Dan Dignard Seconded by: Carol Luciani THAT the Committee of the Whole refers the Joint Use Agreement with the Corporation of the County of Brant report to the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board for receipt. 6. Information and Correspondence Director Designate McDonald indicated that we are still looking for nominations for the Distinguished Catholic Graduate Award and the Outstanding Contribution to Catholic Education Award. He encouraged all nominations be brought forward to Tracey Austin via the application form as soon as possible. Corporate Services Advisor LoPresti presented updates on issues throughout the system such as a sewage backup, broken glass wired door, flooding, and classroom additions. 7. Trustee Inquiries There was a trustee inquiry about the staff parking lot flooding at St. Bernard of Clairvaux Waterford. There was a trustee inquiry about the provincial autism announcements and the impact it will have on organizations that we work with. Superintendent Shypula indicated that Lansdown and Haldimand Norfolk Reach will be able to retain the students with autism in their program until June. However, there has been limited information from the Ministry at this point. Staff and community partners will continue to monitor the topic closely. 16 of 54

17 BRANT HALDIMAND NORFOLK Catholic District School Board Minutes Catholic Education Centre 322 Fairview Drive Brantford, ON N3T 5M8 8. Business In-Camera Moved by: Carol Luciani Seconded by: Cliff Casey THAT the Committee of the Whole of the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board moves to an In-Camera session. 9. Report on the In-Camera Session Moved by: Carol Luciani Seconded by: Mark Watson THAT the Committee of the Whole of the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the business of the In-Camera session. 10. Future Meetings and Events Chair Petrella drew attention to the upcoming meetings and events. 11. Closing Prayer Chair Petrella led the closing prayer. 11. Adjournment Moved by: Carol Luciani Seconded by: Dan Dignard THAT the Committee of the Whole of the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board adjourns the March 19, 2019 meeting. Next meeting: Tuesday, April 16, 2019, 7:00 p.m. Boardroom 17 of 54

18 REPORT TO THE BRANT HALDIMAND NORFOLK CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Prepared by: Michael McDonald, Director of Education Designate Presented to: Committee of the Whole Submitted on: March 19, 2019 Submitted by: Michael McDonald, Director of Education Designate GLOBAL SOUTH ENCOUNTER - GUATEMALA Public Session BACKGROUND INFORMATION: In April of 2018, the Board approved an educational excursion for secondary students to Guatemala. Since that time the students and program facilitators completed the fine-tuning of the program and completed the pre-departure training that included activities related to cultural sensitivity, vaccinations, travel safety, team-building, faith formation and catechesis (especially as it relates to Catholic Social Teaching). Fundraising wrapped up and chaperone selection was completed prior to the trip. DEVELOPMENTS: The trip itself was extremely successful (Itinerary Appendix A) the students returned safely to Canada humbled by the generosity and kindness they encountered with the people of Guatemala and determined to change the world. The final version of the program that includes academic requirements and catechesis are attached as Appendix B. In short, the trip was a blend of service learning (work projects in a Guatemalan Community), encounter activities (relationship building with people in the Community), historical and cultural learning (through lectures, tours, reading and discussion) and faith formation (prayer and catechesis). The program will go through a continuous process of evaluation for improvement, which is already underway. Given the success of the trip, staff are seeking approval from the Board for another excursion to take place in late January/early February of The next iteration of the trip would require zero days of missed school. Subject to Board approval the planning group would remain in tact and we would be working alongside One-by-One in the hopes of continuing a long-term relationship with the community we worked with in Guatemala. Early approval of the next trip will make fundraising easier and allow for the continuation of a robust pre-departure experience. RECOMMENDATION: THAT the Committee of the Whole recommends that Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the One by One Global South Excursion to Guatemala scheduled for January/February of 54

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50 REPORT TO THE BRANT HALDIMAND NORFOLK CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Prepared by: Michael McDonald, Director of Education Designate Presented to: Committee of the Whole Submitted on: March 19, 2019 Submitted by: Michael McDonald, Director of Education Designate BACKGROUND INFORMATION: EXCURSION IRELAND Public Session Holy Trinity Catholic High School is requesting approval for an excursion to Ireland from Friday, March 13 to Saturday, March 21, 2020 (no school days missed as trip runs through March Break). DEVELOPMENTS: Approximately twenty (20) Grades 9-12 students will be participating in this field trip. The lead supervising teacher organizing this event is Sean Roche. The anticipated cost of the trip for each student is approximately $3,100. This tour provides an opportunity for students to study the rich history, culture and geography of Ireland. They will have the opportunity to visit numerous sites in Dublin, Galway, Killarney and Cork. They will also strengthen their faith as they visit the St. Patrick s Cathedral in Dublin. Founded in 1191, it is the tallest and largest in Ireland, with its 43 metre spire. All information has been provided in accordance with Board policy and procedures. RECOMMENDATION: THAT the Committee of the Whole recommends that the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the request from Holy Trinity Catholic High School for an excursion to Ireland from Friday, March 13 to Saturday, March 21, of 54

51 REPORT TO THE BRANT HALDIMAND NORFOLK CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Prepared by: Michael McDonald, Director of Education Designate Presented to: Committee of the Whole Submitted on: March 19, 2019 Submitted by: Michael McDonald, Director of Education Designate BACKGROUND INFORMATION: EXCURSION Saline, Michigan USA Public Session Assumption College School is requesting approval for an excursion to Saline, Michigan from Friday, September 6 to Saturday, September 7, 2019 (one school day missed). Staff supervisors will be Steve Petrella, Jason Nagy, as well as two parent volunteers/coaches. The cost of the trip is approximately $150/player, with the balance of the costs being covered by the host school. DEVELOPMENTS: Approximately 40 Senior Football Lions from Assumption College School will travel by coach bus to Saline, Michigan, to play an exhibition game against the Saline High School Hornets. This will provide team members with an opportunity for personal growth and team building, as well as developing their physical efforts and contribute to a team s success both on and off the field. All information has been provided in accordance with Board policy and procedures. RECOMMENDATION: THAT the Committee of the Whole recommends that the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the request from Assumption College School for an excursion to Saline, Michigan from Friday, September 6 to Saturday, September 7, of 54

52 REPORT TO THE BRANT HALDIMAND NORFOLK CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD Prepared by: Michael McDonald, Director of Education Designate Presented to: Board Meeting Submitted on: March 26, 2019 Submitted by: Michael McDonald, Director of Education Designate BACKGROUND INFORMATION: EXCURSION FRANCE AND ITALY Public Session Assumption College School and St. John s College are requesting approval for an excursion to France and Italy from Thursday, March 12 to Sunday, March 22, 2020 (one school day missed as trip runs through March Break). DEVELOPMENTS: Approximately forty-five (45) Grade students in the French and Italian courses will be participating in this field trip. Supervising teachers will include Sylvia D Eramo and Tina DiFrancesco. The anticipated cost of the trip for each student is approximately $3,400. This tour provides an excellent opportunity for students to practice the language skills acquired in the classroom and to be totally immersed in the French and Italian cultures. They will witness elements of history which they have learned about through their classroom studies and enhance their appreciation of other cultures. They will have the opportunity to visit numerous sites in Paris, Nice, Pisa, Florence, and Rome. They will also strengthen their faith as they visit official pilgrimage sites in France and in Italy. All information has been provided in accordance with Board policy and procedures. RECOMMENDATION: THAT the Committee of the Whole recommends that the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board approves the request from Assumption College School and St. John s College for an excursion to France and Italy from Thursday (evening), March 12 to Sunday, March 22, of 54

53 REPORT TO THE BRANT HALDIMAND NORFOLK CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD Prepared by: Kaiya Daly, Student Trustee Presented to: Board of Trustees Submitted on: March 26, 2019 Submitted by: Michael McDonald, Director of Education Designate BACKGROUND INFORMATION: STUDENT TRUSTEE REPORT Public Session All Valentine s Day celebrations were successful. The start of March for each high school s student council members have been devoted to planning the upcoming spring events to happen in each school. DEVELOPMENTS: Over the March break, St John s College had a trip to France and Italy for the art department. Everyone returned home safely, and each student was happy to have been involved in such an amazing trip that can connect with their learning in the art classroom. At Holy Trinity a group of students attended an excursion to Italy. All staff and students returned home safely. SCHOOL NEWS: Assumption College is in the planning process for many events to occur in the following months. They will be having an upcoming spring clearance sale on spirit wear, as the black Friday sale was such a success. They will also be making a video tutorial for how to sell the spirit wear to ensure that all the information is filled out correctly. They are also in the starting stages of spring spirit week, and will be utilizing polls on social media to determine what the student body would like to participate in. Holy Trinity has had an eventful month in March. Through the collaboration of three clubs/departments within the school, they have had weekly seminars and presentations demonstrating different ways to live a healthier lifestyle. Hoops for Heart was run by the gym department and raised over $4,000 for Heart and Stroke. The healthy foods committee organised presentations on STI s and Opioid Use at lunch. In the next weeks the Healthcare club and the Jack s Chapters group will be doing their own events. St John s College student council is currently planning many events to take place in the next months, April and May. In April, student council has Open Mic Night and the Glow Dance taking place. In May the entire school community is excited to do the Inside Ride for the second year in a row, and also a Coffee House. A very lucky group of thirty students has also been invited to attend a mass in Toronto with Chaplain Andrew Hall to witness the Senior Worship Band performing their new original song at this mass. This mass is also planned to be taped for a Christian news channel. RECOMMENDATION: THAT the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board receives the Student Trustee Report. 53 of 54

54 Trustee Meetings and Events Date Time Meeting/Event 4:00 pm Legal Expenses Committee Mtg. March 26, :00 pm Board Meeting March 27, :00 pm Catholic Education Advisory Committee Mtg. April 5, :00 am Council of Catholic Service Organizations Committee Mtg. 10:30 am SAL In-take Holy Trinity April 10, :00 pm Executive Council Mtg. 7:00 pm System-Wide Parent Council Adobe Connect Session 9:00 am SAL In-take St. John s April 11, :00 pm SAL In-take Assumption 9:30 am SEAC Meeting April 16, :00 pm Committee of the Whole April 23, :00 pm Board Meeting April 25-27, 2019 OCSTA AGM & Conference May 5-May 10, 2019 Catholic Education Week May 8, :30 am SAL In-take Holy Trinity May 9, 2019 May 15, :00 pm Executive Council Mtg. 9:30 am SEAC Meeting May 21, :00 pm Committee of the Whole May 28, 2019 May 30-June 1, 2019 CCSTA AGM June 5, :30 am SAL In-take Holy Trinity June 12, :00 pm Executive Council Mtg. June 13, 2019 June 18, 2019 June 25, :00 pm Board Meeting 4:45 pm Assumption College Graduation June 27, :30 pm Holy Trinity Graduation 7:00 pm St. John s College Graduation Meetings scheduled at the Call of the Chair: Accommodations Committee, Audit Committee, Budget Committee, Communications and Information Technology Advisory Committee, Legal Expenses Review Committee, Mental Health Leadership Steering Committee, Policy Committee 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:30 am SAL In-take St. John s STSBHN Meeting SAL In-take St. John s SEAC Meeting 1:00 pm 7:00 pm 1:00 pm 7:00 pm SAL In-take Assumption Board Meeting SAL In-take Assumption Committee of the Whole New / Revised 54 of 54