MINUTES OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
MEETING No. 719 September 2 and 3, 2009 held in Montreal MINUTES OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF THE KATIVIK SCHOOL BOARD
MEETING No. 719 02-03-09-2009
RESOLUTION ITEM ANNEX
1 Quorum and opening of the meeting
2 Notice of meeting
3 Appointment of chairperson
4 Adoption of the agenda I
5 Situation at Adult Education
2009/10-01 6 Out-of-Court Settlement - Réjane Vaillancourt
2009/10-02 7 Special Assignment on a Temporary Basis
8 Leave of absence without pay - Postposed
2009/10-03 9 Leave of absence with special assignment Suppa, Dallacy
2009/10-04 10 Extension of Leave of Absence - Denied Cathy Robertson
11 Hiring
2009/10-05 Hiring of Teachers 2008/2009 School Year -Regular Sector Mucco, Minnie Kelly, Larry Falope, Olumuyiwa
2009/10-06 Hiring of Teachers 2009/2010 School Year -Regular Sector Tagoona, Willis Cain, Mae Qulik Beaupré, Xavier Veilleux, Hugo Dale, Victor Morkis, Beverly Brown, Lucas Creamer, Jeff Cadet, Julie Condie-Grimsey, Elaine Pinguatuk, Louisa Sanders, Annie Lingard, Jana Suppa, Louisa
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Nastapoka, Maina Saunders-Kooktook, Mae Pelletier-Ménard, Amélie Watt-Kritik, Jessie Berthe, Eva Azimov, Dara Roy, Carolle Onnignak-Angma, Maggie Angutinguak, Annie Keller, Lindsay Lessard, Robert Landry, Jean-Noël Roberts, Lionel Burke, Sheri Normand, Marie-Eve Walker, James Le Blanc, Korinne El-Riachy, Roger Audlaluk, Peter Gervais, Julie Courville, Maryse Naluiyuk-Genest, Annie Padlayat, Maggie Kaitak, Sarah Saviadjuk, Eva Alaku, Lydia Padlayat, Sailasie Gagnon, Sophie Messier, Rolland Mercier, Alain Deblois, Nancy Safford, Jason Paquet, Stéphane Smith, Bonnie Denholm Chris Wang, Chunqing
Hiring - Management 2009/10-07 Susie Koneak - School Principal 2009/10-08 Andrea Glazer - Vice Principal 2009/10-09 Nathalie Ross - School Principal 2009/10-10 Robert Paquin - School Principal 2009/10-11 Nelson Lamoureux - School Principal 2009/10-12 Mark Brazeau - School Principal 2009/10-13 Nancy Etok - Vice-Principal (Part-time 50%)
Hiring - Professional Employees 2009/10-14 Bazinet, Pierre Etok, Nancy
Hiring of Professionals in Training
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2009/10-15 Oweetaluktuk, Margaret Chevrier, Vicky Sarah
12 Sabbatical Leave with Deferred Compensation 2009/10-16 Mastroianni, Bruna Vachon, Marc
13 Change of Point of Departure 2009/10-17 Sauvageau, Kathy Larochelle, Josée
14 Rescinding of Resolution 2009/10-18 Hélèna Smolla-Déziel
15 Extension of Contract on an Interim Manager 2009/10-19 Diane Langlois
16 Resignations, Breach of Contract Siuttan, Jar Nayome, Lisie Abraham, Charlotte Brassard, Karina Keatainak, Tamusi Potvin, Mylene Verret, Marie-Hélène Ellis, Vikki Smolia-Déziel, Hélène Alexander, Blair Lavoie, Karine Patry, Roxanne Guertin, Jerémie Metuq, Oleepeka Bureau, Robert Putulik Maggie Gobat, Serge MacArthur, Judy Ménard, Jacques
17 Special Permission for a Commissioner to Work 2009/10-20 -Louisa Usuarjuk Paningajak 2009/10-21 -Willie Cain Sr.
2009/10-22 18 Request for Salary Advance - Bertha Adams
19 Sponsorship Request 2009/10-23 Adamina Partridge 2009/10-24 Benjamin Kadluk 2009/10-25 Joseph Annahatak Jr. 2009/10-26 Julie Ann Tuglavina
20 Eva Gunn's Letter
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21 Post-Secondary Studies - Correspondance / Regarding Long Distance Education
22 Action Sheet 717
Adjournment
23 Katimajiit Technical Committee
24 Nunavik Government
25 Nunavik Trade Show
26 Trip to Angers, France
27 Saputiit Request for Support
28 TNI Annual General Meeting in Tasiujaq
29 NIIA General Meeting-KSB Concerns
30 Follow-up Recognition of Previous EC and CC
31 H1N1 Prevention and Protocols in Schools
32 Revised Aipai Font and Terms of Usage
33 Files of Special Education - Profoundly Handicapped Children
34 Students with Diagnosed Disablities - Without Support
35 Upgrading for New Teachers
36 Training for New Administrators
37 Driver's Course Class 5
38 Nunavik Hockey Program
39 Construction Update - Verbal
CLOSING OF THE MEETING
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MEETING No. 719
Minutes of a meeting of the Executive Committee of the Kativik School Board, for the school year 2009-10, held in Montreal, on September 2, 2009.
PRESENT:
Alacie Nalukturuk President Inukjuak Mary Joanne Kauki Vice President Kuujjuaq Sarah Beaulne Executive Committee member Puvirnituq Adamie Alayco Executive Committee member Akulivik Eli Aullaluk KRG representative Akulivik
Alacie Nalukturuk joined the meeting by telephone because she was not able to take the plane due to weather.
ALSO PRESENT:
Annie Grenier Director General Mary Aitchison Assistant Director General Harriet Keleutak Secretary General
The following persons from time to time, and upon the invitation of the chairperson of the meeting, attended or took part in the deliberations of the meeting:
Lana Desmarchais Director of Human Resources Paul Khatchadourian Director of Student Services Sarah Airo Director of Education Services Gordon Cobain Assistant Director of Education Services Soré Moller Coordinator of Complementary Services Patrice Beaumelle Director of Equipment Services
1 QUORUM AND OPENING OF THE MEETING
With a quorum of the members of the Executive Committee of the Kativik School Board being present at 9:33 on September 2, 2009, the meeting is opened with a prayer led by Eli Aullaluk.
2 NOTICE OF MEETING
The President ascertained that all members of the Executive Committee have received notice of this meeting.
3 CHAIRPERSON
On a motion moved by Alacie Nalukturuk, Mary Joanne Kauki is appointed to chair this meeting.
4 ADOPTION OF AGENDA
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Mary Joanne Kauki reads the agenda. On a motion made by Sarah Beaulne, the agenda was modified and adopted as attached to the minutes as Annex I.
5 SITUATION AT ADULT EDUCATION
Annie Grenier said that back in May 2009 she had asked the Executive for a permission to have the situation at Adult Education department analyzed. So the analysis was done by a consulting firm and a report was given. Based on that information a decision was made to remove the director, based on her performance. On the interim Paul Khatchadourian will be given the responsibility to be director on interim until a permanent director is hired.
6 OUT-OF-COURT SETTLEMENT FOR RÉJANE VAILLANCOURT
On a motion duly made by Alacie Nalukturuk, it was resolved to adopt the following resolution no. 2009-10-01.
WHEREAS the Director general was mandated, during a regular Executive Committee meeting, held in May 2009 in Kuujjuaq, to look into the situation of Adult and Vocational education services sector and find solutions;
WHEREAS the Director general took the appropriate steps to evaluate the situation and recommends the replacement of Réjane Vaillancourt, Director of Adult and Vocational education services;
WHEREAS Réjane Vaillancourt has accepted to resign from her position and retire without being penalized;
WHEREAS the Director general had several discussions with Réjane Vaillancourt in order to implant a reasonable solution for both parties;
WHEREAS the Executive Committee has fully discussed the matter and considered the facts as presented by the Director general;
RESOLVED:
THAT the Director general be mandated to execute and finalize an employment termination and retirement settlement with Réjane Vaillancourt.
7 SPECIAL ASSIGNMENT ON A TEMPORARY BASIS
On a motion duly made by Adamie Alayco, it was resolved to adopt the following resolution no. 2009-10-02.
WHEREAS the position of Director of Adult and Vocational education services based in Montreal, is
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vacant;
WHEREAS the Director General recommends the provisional assignment of Paul Khatchadourian, Director of Student Services, for this position until a suitable candidate is found;
WHEREAS the Executive Committee has fully discussed the matter and considered the facts as presented by the Director General and the Director of Human Resources;
RESOLVED:
THAT Paul Khatchadourian be and is hereby temporarily assigned to the position of Director of Adult and Vocational education services in addition to his regular duties until a suitable candidate is found, in conformity with article 39 of the By-law respecting the employment conditions of management personnel of the Kativik School Board. This assignment will take effect on September 3rd, 2009.
8 LEAVE OF ABSENCE WITHOUT PAY
Postponed to the next meeting.
9 LEAVE OF ABSENCE WITH SPECIAL ASSIGNMENT
On a motion duly made by Mary Joanne Kauki, it was resolved to adopt the following resolution no. 2009-10-03.
WHEREAS Education Services has requested that the following employee be assigned in the position described below for the 2009/2010 school year and;
WHEREAS the following employee has accepted this assignment;
WHEREAS the Education Committee has recommended this assignment;
RESOLVED:
THAT the following employee be granted a special leave from his/her position for the purpose of accepting this assignment.
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NAME/ FROM: Suppa, Dallacy (020) Position & Department: Teacher
TO: Teacher Training Counsellor
Assigned position & Training & Research status: Full-Time Supernumerary
PERIOD OF HIRING: From: 2009-08-04 To: 2010-06-30
10 EXTENSION OF LEAVE OF ABSENCE
On a motion duly made by Alacie Nalukturuk, it was resolved to adopt the following resolution no. 2009-10-04, with one opposed.
WHEREAS Cathy Robertson is currently on a one year leave of absence from her position as Administrative Assistant for Education Services in Kuujjuaq, until September 18, 2009;
WHEREAS Cathy Robertson has requested a one year extension of her leave of absence for personal reasons, until September 18, 2010;
WHEREAS Education Services do not recommend the extension of Cathy Robertson’s leave of absence;
RESOLVED:
THAT Cathy Robertson’s request for a one year extension of her leave of absence until September 18, 2010 be denied.
11 HIRING
HIRING OF TEACHERS (2008-2009 SCHOOL YEAR) REGULAR SECTOR
On a motion duly made by Adamie Alayco, it was resolved to adopt the following resolution no. 2009-10-05.
WHEREAS the following teachers have been selected for teaching positions for the 2008-2009 school year and,
WHEREAS Education Services and the Education Committee of each community concerned have given their approval on each candidate,
RESOLVED:
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THAT the following persons be and are hereby hired as teachers for the 2008-2009 school year and this, for the community and in accordance with the conditions specified for each:
NAME CONTRACT CONDITIONS
Kangirsuk (050)
Mucco, Part-Time From: 2009-04-20 Minnie (or until the return To: 2009-06-30 of Mary Mucco)
Salluit (080)
Kelly, Part-Time From: 2009-04-06 Larry (or until the return To: 2009-06-30 of Diane Hemmings)
Kuujjuaraapik (140)
Falope, Part-Time From: 2009-03-23 Olumuyiwa (or until the return To: 2009-06-30 of Alison Hatcher)
HIRING OF TEACHERS (2009-2010 SCHOOL YEAR) REGULAR SECTOR
On a motion duly made by Eli Aullaluk, it was resolved to adopt the following resolution no. 2009-10-06.
WHEREAS the following teachers have been selected for teaching positions for the 2009-2010 school year and,
WHEREAS Education Services and the Education Committee of each community concerned have given their approval on each candidate,
RESOLVED:
THAT the following persons be and are hereby hired as teachers for the 2009-2010 school year and this, for the community and in accordance with the conditions specified for each:
NAME CONTRACT CONDITIONS
Kuujjuaq - Jaanimmarik (020)
Tagoona, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Willis To: 2010-06-30
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Cain, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Mae Qullik To: 2010-06-30
Beaupré, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Xavier To: 2010-06-30
Veilleux, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Hugo To: 2010-06-30
Dale, Replacement From: 2009-08-17 Victor To: 2010-06-30
Morkis, Full-Time From: 2009-08-17 Beverly To: 2010-06-30
Brown, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Lucas To: 2010-06-30
Creamer, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Jeff To: 2010-06-30
Cadet, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Julie To: 2010-06-30
Condie-Grimsey, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Elaine To: 2010-06-30
Kuujjuaq - Pitakallak (022)
Pinguatuk, Replacement From: 2009-08-17 Louisa To: 2010-06-30
Saunders, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Annie To: 2010-06-30
Lingard, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Jana To: 2010-06-30
Suppa, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Louisa To: 2010-06-30
Nastapoka, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Maina To: 2010-06-30
Saunders-Kooktook, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Mae To: 2010-06-30
Pelletier-Ménard, Replacement From: 2009-08-17 Amélie To: 2010-06-30
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Tasiujaq (030)
Watt-Kritik, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Jessie To: 2010-06-30
Berthe, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Eva To: 2010-06-30
Aupaluk (040)
Azimov, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Dara To: 2010-06-30
Roy, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Carolle To: 2010-06-30
Onnignak-Angma, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Maggie To: 2010-06-30
Angutinguak, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Annie To: 2010-06-30
Kangirsuk (050)
Keller, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Lindsay To: 2010-06-30
Lessard, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Robert To: 2010-06-30
Landry, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Jean-Noël To: 2010-06-30
Roberts, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Lionel To: 2010-06-30
Quaqtaq (060)
Burke, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Sheri To: 2010-06-30
Normand, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Marie-Eve To: 2010-06-30
Salluit (080-Ikusik)
Walker, Replacement From: 2009-08-17 James To: 2010-06-30
Le Blanc, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Korinne To: 2010-06-30
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El-Riachy, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Roger To: 2010-06-30
Audlaluk, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Peter To: 2010-06-30
Gervais, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Julie To: 2010-06-30
Salluit (082 - Pigiurvik)
Courville, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Maryse To: 2010-06-30
Naluiyuk-Genest, Part-Time From: 2009-08-17 Annie (or until the return To: 2010-06-30 of Elaisa Kiatainaq)
Padlayat, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Maggie To: 2010-06-30
Kaitak, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Sarah To: 2010-06-30
Saviadjuk, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Eva To: 2010-06-30
Alaku, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Lydia To: 2010-06-30
Padlayat, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Sailasie To: 2010-06-30
Puvirnituq (102- Ikaarvik)
Gagnon, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Sophie To: 2010-06-30
Akulivik (110)
Messier, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Rolland To: 2010-06-30
Mercier, Replacement From: 2009-08-17 Alain To: 2010-06-30
Inukjuak (120)
Deblois, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Nancy To: 2010-06-30
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Safford, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Jason To: 2010-06-30
Paquet, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Stéphane To: 2010-06-30
Smith, Full-Time From: 2009-08-17 Bonnie To: 2010-06-30
Umiujaq (130)
Denholm, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Chris To: 2010-06-30
Wang, Full-Time From: 2009-07-01 Chunqing To: 2010-06-30
HIRING – MANAGEMENT (School Principal- Suzie Koneak)
On a motion duly made by Sarah Beaulne, it was resolved to adopt the following resolution no. 2009-10-07.
WHEREAS the position of School Principal for Pitakallak School in Kuujjuaq is vacant and,
WHEREAS Susie Koneak has been recommended for this position following proper competition in accordance with board policy and,
WHEREAS the concerned parties have been consulted and agree on this recommendation;
RESOLVED:
THAT Susie Koneak be and is hereby appointed to the position of School Principal at Pitakallak School in Kuujjuaq effective July 1, 2009 with a probation period of one year.
FURTHER RESOLVED:
That Susie Koneak be and hereby granted a leave of absence without pay from her teaching position from July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010 for the purpose of accepting this assignment.
HIRING – MANAGEMENT (Vice Principal- Andrea Glazer)
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On a motion duly made by Adamie Alayco, it was resolved to adopt the following resolution no. 2009-10-08.
WHEREAS the position of Vice-Principal for Jaanimmarik School in Kuujjuaq is vacant and,
WHEREAS Andrea Glazer has been recommended for this position following proper competition in accordance with board policy and,
WHEREAS the concerned parties have been consulted and agree on this recommendation;
RESOLVED:
THAT Andrea Glazer be and is hereby appointed to the position of Vice-Principal at Jaanimmarik School in Kuujjuaq effective July 1, 2009 with a probation period of one year.
FURTHER RESOLVED:
That Andrea Glazer be and is hereby granted a leave of absence without pay from her teaching position from July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010 for the purpose of accepting this assignment.
HIRING – MANAGEMENT (School Principal- Nathalie Ross)
On a motion duly made by Eli Aullaluk, it was resolved to adopt the following resolution no. 2009-10-09.
WHEREAS the position of Principal for Sautjuit School in Kangirsuk is vacant and,
WHEREAS Nathalie Ross has been recommended for this position following proper competition in accordance with board policy and,
WHEREAS the concerned parties have been consulted and agree on this recommendation;
RESOLVED:
THAT Nathalie Ross be and is hereby appointed to the position of Principal at Sautjuit School in Kangirsuk effective August 3, 2009 with a probation period of one year.
FURTHER RESOLVED:
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That Nathalie Ross be and hereby granted a leave of absence without pay from her teaching position from July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010 for the purpose of accepting this assignment.
HIRING – MANAGEMENT (School Principal- Robert Paquin)
On a motion duly made by Mary Joanne Kauki, it was resolved to adopt the following resolution no. 2009-10-10.
WHEREAS the position of Principal for Pigiurvik School in Salluit is vacant and,
WHEREAS Robert Paquin has been recommended for this position following proper competition in accordance with board policy and,
WHEREAS the concerned parties have been consulted and agree on this recommendation;
RESOLVED:
THAT Robert Paquin be and is hereby appointed to the position of Principal at Pigiurvik School in Salluit effective August 3, 2009, with a probation period of two years.
HIRING – MANAGEMENT (School Principal- Nelson Lamoureux)
On a motion duly made by Adamie Alayco, it was resolved to adopt the following resolution no. 2009-10-11.
WHEREAS the position of Principal for Isummasaqvik School in Quaqtaq is vacant and,
WHEREAS Nelson Lamoureux has been recommended for this position following proper competition in accordance with board policy and,
WHEREAS the concerned parties have been consulted and agree on this recommendation;
RESOLVED:
THAT Nelson Lamoureux be and is hereby appointed to the position of Principal at Isummasaqvik School in Quaqtaq effective August 5, 2009 with a probation period of one year.
FURTHER RESOLVED:
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That Nelson Lamoureux be and hereby granted a leave of absence without pay from his teaching position from July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010 for the purpose of accepting this assignment.
HIRING – MANAGEMENT (School Principal- Mark Brazeau)
On a motion duly made by Eli Aullaluk, it was resolved to adopt the following resolution no. 2009-10-12.
WHEREAS the position of Principal for Ulluriaq School in Kangiqsualujjuaq is vacant and,
WHEREAS Mark Brazeau has been recommended for this position following proper competition in accordance with board policy and,
WHEREAS the concerned parties have been consulted and agree on this recommendation;
RESOLVED:
THAT Mark Brazeau be and is hereby appointed to the position of Principal at Ulluriaq School in Kangiqsualujjuaq effective July 1, 2009, with a probation period of one year.
HIRING – MANAGEMENT (Vice School Principal- Nancy Etok)
On a motion duly made by Sarah Beaulne, it was resolved to adopt the following resolution no. 2009-10-13.
WHEREAS the position of Vice-Principal (Part-Time 50%) for Ulluriaq School in Kangiqsualujjuaq is vacant and,
WHEREAS Nancy Etok has been recommended for this position following proper competition in accordance with board policy and,
WHEREAS the concerned parties have been consulted and agree on this recommendation;
RESOLVED:
THAT Nancy Etok be and is hereby appointed to the position of Vice-Principal (Part-Time 50%) at Ulluriaq School in Kangiqsualujjuaq effective August 3, 2009 with a probation period of one year.
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HIRING OF PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYEES
On a motion duly made by Adamie Alayco, it was resolved to adopt the following resolution no. 2009-10-14.
WHEREAS the following departments require the service of non-teaching professionals, and;
WHEREAS the following candidates have been recommended to fill this position;
WHEREAS all parties concerned have been consulted, and have agreed on these recommendations;
RESOLVED:
THAT the following candidates be and are hereby hired as non-teaching professionals in the position and according to the conditions specified below;
FURTHER RESOLVED:
THAT these hirings may neither be renewed nor extended beyond the ending date mentioned (when there is an ending date) without the approval of the Executive Committee:
NAME POSITION & STATUS PERIOD OF DEPARTMENT HIRING
Bazinet, Pierre Education Supernumerary From: Inukjuak consultant Full-Time 2009-08-24
(Vocational Training) Project: Promotion, To: recruitment and 2010-06-30 follow-up of Vocational Students at Nunavimmi Pigiursavik
Etok, Nancy Counsellor in Supernumerary From: Kangiqsualujjuaq Academic Training Part-Time 50% 2009-08-03
(Education Services) Project: Train new To: academic counsellor 2010-06-30
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HIRING OF PROFESSIONALS IN TRAINING
On a motion duly made by Sarah Beaulne, it was resolved to adopt the following resolution no. 2009-10-15.
WHEREAS Education Services require the services of Counsellors in Academic Training;
WHEREAS the following candidates have been recommended to fill these positions, and;
WHEREAS all parties concerned have been consulted and have agreed on the local Education Committee’s recommendation, and;
RESOLVED:
THAT the following candidates be and are hereby engaged in the capacity of Counsellors in Academic Training according to the conditions mentioned below;
THAT these engagements are subject to the continued active participation in the training determined for the candidate by the program period, as well as satisfactory evaluation of the progress and performance by the instructors and counsellors responsible for the program and;
FURTHER RESOLVED:
THAT these engagements be and are for the period of reference only and may neither be renewed nor extended beyond the ending date mentioned without the express authorization of the Executive Committee of the Board:
NAME WORKLOAD PERIOD OF HIRING
Oweetaluktuk, Full-Time (100%) From: 2009-08-17 Margaret (120) To: 2010-06-30
Chevrier, Vicky Full-Time (100%) From: 2009-08-17 Sarah (010) To: 2010-06-30
12 SABBATICAL LEAVE WITH DEFERRED COMPENSATION
On a motion duly made by Adamie Alayco, it was resolved to adopt the following resolution no. 2009-10-16.
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WHEREAS the following employees have requested authorization to participate in a program of deferred compensation, with a sabbatical leave and;
WHEREAS this program will cover the period mentioned below;
WHEREAS the immediate supervisors are recommending to accept these requests;
WHEREAS the Board has considered the merit of these requests in the light of Board policy and the needs of the employees;
RESOLVED:
THAT these requests for a deferred compensation plan with a sabbatical leave be and are hereby:
160 Mastroianni, 2 years at 75% Bruna From: 2009-11-01 to 2011-10-31 (Education Consultant) Sabbatical: 2011-05-01 to 2011-10-31 Accepted
160 Vachon, 4 years at 87.5% Marc From: 2009-09-01 to 2013-08-31 (Education Consultant) Sabbatical: 2013-03-01 to 2013-08-31 Accepted
13 CHANGE OF POINT OF DEPARTURE
On a motion duly made by Sarah Beaulne, it was resolved to adopt the following resolution no. 2009-10-17.
WHEREAS the following employees have requested that their point of departure be changed;
WHEREAS the Board has considered the merit of said requests in the light of Board policy on employment conditions and the impact of granting said requests;
RESOLVED:
THAT the point of departure of the following teachers be:
NAME FROM TO Yes/No
Sauvageau, Kathy Québec, Québec Gatineau, Québec Accepted
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Teacher (Aupaluk)
Larochelle, Josée Rouyn, Québec Québec, Québec Accepted Teacher (Umiujaq)
14 RESCINDING OF A RESOLUTION
On a motion duly made by Eli Aullaluk, it was resolved to adopt the following resolution no. 2009-10-18.
WHEREAS Hélèna Smolla-Déziel, teacher in Kuujjuaq has been granted a leave without pay by resolution no. XC 2008/09-139, meeting no. 717 of the Executive Committee and,
WHEREAS Hélèna Smolla-Déziel has changed her mind and she has now resigned.
RESOLVED:
THAT the section relevant to Hélèna Smolla-Déziel in resolution no. XC 2008/09-139, meeting no. 717 of the Executive Committee is hereby rescinded.
15 EXTENSION OF CONTRACT ON AN INTERIM MANAGER
On a motion duly made by Adamie Alayco, it was resolved to adopt the following resolution no. 2009-10-19.
WHEREAS Diane Langlois was hired as an Interim Human Resources Management Counsellor until June 30, 2009;
RESOLVED:
To extend Diane Langlois’ hiring as Interim Human Resources Management counsellor until December 18, 2009.
16 RESIGNATIONS, BREACH OF CONTRACT
Lana informed the Executive of the departure (resignations, pensions and breaches of contract) of the following employees.
Support Siuttan, Jar (080) Maintenance Class III May 26, 2009 Resignation Nayome Lizzie (030) Maintenance Class III July 31, 2009 Resignation Abraham, Charlotte (020) Secretary June 29, 2009 Resignation
Teacher Brassard, Karina (070) Arsaniq June 30, 2009 Breach of contract Keatainak, Tamusi (100) Ikaarvik April 2, 2009 Breach of contract
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Potvin, Mylène (100) Iguarsivik June 30, 2009 Resignation Verret, Marie-Hélène Ikusik June 30, 2009 Resignation (080) Ellis, Vikki (120) Innalik May 29, 2009 Breach of contract Smolla-Déziel, Hélèna Jaanimmarik June 30, 2009 Resignation (020) Alexander, Blair (100) Iguarsivik June 30,2009 Resignation Lavoie, Karine (080) Ikusik June 30, 2009 Breach of contract Patry, Roxanne (050) Sautjuit June 30, 2009 Breach of contract Guertin, Jerémie (140) Asimauttaq June 30, 2009 Breach of contract Metuq, Oleepeka (120) Innalik June 30, 2009 Breach of contract Bureau, Robert (130) Kiluutaq June 30, 2009 Resignation
Professional Putulik, Maggie (180) Translator July 3, 2009 Resignation Gobat, Serge ( 020) Educational August 14, 2009 Resignation Consultant MacArthur, Judy (160) Educational July 17, 2009 Retirement Consultant
Management Ménard, Jacques (020) Principal July 31, 2009 Resignation (Jaanimmarik)
17 SPECIAL PERMISSION FOR A COMMISSIONER TO WORK AS CD
On a motion duly made by Mary Joanne Kauki, it was resolved to adopt the following resolution no. 2009-10-20.
WHEREAS Commissioners, Executive members and Education Committee Members of the Kativik School Board must avoid placing themselves in positions of conflict of interest and more specifically must not as a general rule be hired by the Kativik School Board;
WHEREAS a special situation has arisen where the services of the Kativik School Board Commissioner member from Ivujivik, Louisa Usuarjuk Paningajak, are required for a period of less than two weeks, during the school year 2009-2010, to work in the capacity of a Center Director at Nuvviti School in Ivujivik from August 10, 2009 to August 13, 2009;
WHEREAS in order to preserve a context of transparency , permission is requested from the Executive to authorize the hiring of Louisa Usuarjuk Paningajak to work temporarily and on a short-term basis as a Center Director from August 10, 2009 to August 13, 2009;
RESOLVED:
THAT Louisa Usuarjuk Paningajak be authorized to work for the Kativik School Board for a period from August 10,
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2009 to August 13, 2009; in the capacity of a Center Director at Nuvviti School in Ivujivik (for the school year 2009-2010).
SPECIAL PERMISSION FOR A COMMISSIONER TO WORK AS A TRADITIONAL SKILLS EXPERTS
On a motion duly made by Eli Aullaluk, it was resolved to adopt the following resolution no. 2009-10-21.
WHEREAS Commissioners, Executive members and Education Committee Members of the Kativik School Board must avoid placing themselves in positions of conflict of interest and more specifically must not as a general rule be hired by the Kativik School Board;
WHEREAS a special situation has arisen where the services of the Kativik School Board Commissioner member from Tasiujaq, Willie CAin Sr. 1 day, during the school year 2009-2010, to work in the capacity of a Traditional skills expert on August 28, 2009;
WHEREAS in order to preserve a context of transparency , permission is requested from the Executive to authorize the hiring of Willie Cain Sr. to work temporarily and on a short-term basis as a Traditional skills expert on August 28, 2009;
RESOLVED:
THAT Willie Cain Sr. be authorized to work for the Kativik School Board for a period of a day, in the capacity of a traditional skills experts at Ajagudak School in Tasiujaq for the school year 2009-2010.
18 REQUEST FOR SALARY ADVANCE - BERTHA ADAMS
On a motion duly made by Adamie Alayco, it was resolved to adopt the following resolution no. 2009-10-22.
WHEREAS Bertha Adams of Kuujjuaq, requested for a salary advance of three hundred dollars ($300.00);
WHEREAS the Executive Committee reviewed her request;
RESOLVED:
THAT the Executive Committee hereby approves , the request for salary advance made by Bertha Adams for the amount of three hundred dollars ($300.00).
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19 SPONSORSHIP REQUEST
Adamina Partridge On a motion duly made by Eli Aullaluk, it was resolved to adopt the following resolution no. 2009-10-23.
WHEREAS, Adamina Partridge is requesting that her sponsorship be continued during the Fall 2009 session;
WHEREAS, the student did not successfully complete the required number of courses as per article 8.0 of the Sponsorship Policy;
WHEREAS, Student Services has reviewed the student’s academic standing and her performance during the semester;
BE IT RESOLVED:
THAT Adamina Partridge’s request to maintain her sponsorship during the Fall 2009 session be and is hereby accepted conditional upon her reimbursing the fees for the discontinued courses.
Benjamin Kudluk On a motion duly made by Sarah Beaulne, it was resolved to adopt the following resolution no. 2009-10-24.
WHEREAS, Benjamin Kudluk is requesting that his sponsorship be continued during the Fall 2009 session;
WHEREAS, the student did not successfully complete the required number of courses as per article 8.0 of the Sponsorship Policy;
WHEREAS, Student Services has reviewed the student’s academic standing and his performance during the semester;
BE IT RESOLVED:
THAT Benjamin Kudluk’s request to maintain his sponsorship during the Fall 2009 session be and is hereby accepted.
Joseph Annahatak Jr. On a motion duly made by Eli Aullaluk, it was resolved to adopt the following resolution no. 2009-10-25.
WHEREAS, Joseph Annahatak Jr. is requesting that his
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sponsorship be continued during the Fall 2009 session;
WHEREAS, the student did not successfully complete the required number of courses as per article 8.0 of the Sponsorship Policy;
WHEREAS, Student Services has reviewed the student’s academic standing and his performance during the semester;
BE IT RESOLVED:
THAT Joseph Annhahatak Jr.’s request to maintain his sponsorship during the Fall 2009 session be and is hereby accepted.
Julie Ann Tuglavina On a motion duly made by Sarah Beaulne, it was resolved to adopt the following resolution no. 2009-10-26.
WHEREAS, Julie Anne Tuglavina is requesting that her sponsorship be continued during the Fall 2009 session;
WHEREAS, the student did not successfully complete the required number of courses as per article 8.0 of the Sponsorship Policy;
WHEREAS, Student Services has reviewed the student’s academic standing and her performance during the semester;
BE IT RESOLVED:
THAT Julie Anne Tuglavina’s request to maintain her sponsorship during the Fall 2009 session be and is hereby accepted.
20 EVA GUNN'S LETTER
Paul Khatchadourian informed the meeting that Eva Gunn would like to continue her studies as a paralegal. It will take about a month to get a confirmation from the school to know if the course is given or not and. In the case it is given this would be discussed further at a later time.
21 POST-SECONDARY STUDIES - CORRESPONDANCE- REGARDING LONG DISTANCE EDUCATION
Mary Joanne Kauki said that that there are more and more long distance courses via internet. She would like for this opportunity to be given to undergraduate students.
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Paul Khatchadourian said that he could have his counsellors look into this matter.
Alacie had to disconnect at 2:18 p.m. because she had to take the plane.
22 ACTION SHEET 717
Item #1: Harriet said that they have tried to be in contact with Makivik but to no avail. They would keep trying.
Item #2: Annie Grenier said that the Minister of Education is asking that we appoint someone to this mining committee. Louise Boissé is assigned by the Executive committee to represent KSB.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 2:26 pm on Wednesday September 2, 2009. The meeting resumed at 9:35 a.m. on Thursday, September 3, 2009. Alacie joined the meeting in person.
23 KATIMAJIIT TECHNICAL COMMITTEE
Annie Grenier informed the meeting about a follow up meeting to Katimajiit conference that will be held on September 4, 2009.
24 NUNAVIK GOVERNMENT
Alacie explained to the meeting about Kativik School Board's request to change the organigrams on the new Nunavik government and she spoke about the responsibilities of each department under the propsed Nunavik government. The changes were included after the meeting with the negotiators.
25 NUNAVIK TRADE SHOW
Debbie Astroff informed the meeting of the upcoming trade show in Nunavik that will be held in Kuujjuaq on October 20 to 22, 2009.
26 TRIP TO ANGERS, FRANCE
Annie Grenier informed the meeting that there is going to be a conference in Angers, France.
27 SAPUTIIT REQUEST FOR SUPPORT
Harriet read the information given by Saputiit. This issue will be discussed during the council meeting.
28 TNI ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING IN TASIUJAQ
Harriet Keleutak said that there will be a meeting in Tasiujaq and Willie Cain Sr. will attend on KSB behalf.
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29 NIIA GENERAL MEETING-KSB CONCERNS
Mary Joanne Kauki said their next upcoming meeting will be held in Akulivik.
Mary Joanne is asked to tell NIIA to do more promotion and prevention.
30 FOLLOW-UP RECOGNITION OF PREVIOUS EC AND CC
Mary Joanne would like to know how these rewards are given.
Harriet Keleutak said that they could send the names and plaques would then be made.
31 H1N1 PREVENTION AND PROTOCOLS IN SCHOOLS
Gordon Cobain informed the meeting about the prevention and protocols for H1N1 so as to avoid an epidemic in the school. Each schools has been given hand sanitizers. They are working with the Health Board for prevention as well.
According to Dr. Déry he doubts that we would not need to close the schools.
Lana spoke about prevention for employees and students.
32 REVISED AIPAI FONT AND TERMS OF USAGE
Gordon Cobain said that the Aipai font was created 9 years ago. He would like for KSB to start using the AipaiNutaaq font. They also have created a typing tutor that will be ready before Christmas. They are going ahead and will work on the glitches to perfect it.
33 SPECIAL EDUCATION - FILES OF PROFOUNDLY HANDICAPPED CHILDREN
Soré Moller explained to the meeting that there are many profoundly handicapped students. They are working with the Health Board to set protocols for these students.
They were many discussions on how to handle these students. Parents should be more involved with the preparation of these students one year before they enter school.
At some point, there is nothing a school can do because of the severity of handicaps as they do not have the resources.
34 STUDENTS WITH DIAGNOSED DISABILITIES AND SUPPORT
Mary Joanne said that KSB should be ready for children with disabilities such as autism and other things.
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Soré said that even in the cities they are looking for teachers or attendants for children with disabilities. They are working hard to ensure that every student has the proper support.
35 UPGRADING FOR NEW TEACHERS
Mary Joanne said that many new Inuit teachers do not have high school diploma and people tend to complaint about that. We should do as much as we can to give them upgrading so they get their high school diploma.
Sarah Airo said she is in full agreement. They could work with the Adult Education Department so they start in communities where they have classes.
36 TRAINING FOR NEW ADMINISTRATORS
Mary Joanne said that new administrators should receive training because they lack knowledge when they first arrive.
Sarah Airo said they give support at all times to schools. They tell administrators to always be in contact with Education Services for all their needs. When they do not say anything, they cannot be helped.
Harriet points out that when administrators, especially school principals are hired, qualified personnel and Education Services give orientation sessions before the school year starts and during the school year.
37 DRIVER'S COURSE-CLASS 5
Mary Joanne said that in Kuujjuaq they provide driver's course-class 5 through the municipality and would like to know if KSB could provide the course.
Sarah said it is not in their jurisdiction.
Harriet adds that it cannot be done by a school board because of safety issues.
38 NUNAVIK HOCKEY PROGRAM
Eli Aullaluk said there was a discussion between Makivik and KRG concerning the hockey program. He told these organizations that KSB would like to be more involved in these discussions.
Eli will report back to KRG.
39 CONSTRUCTION UPDATE - VERBAL
Patrice said that the construction of a residence in Kuujjuaq is going very well and should be finished soon. The student residence in Kangirsujuaq will be ready after Christmas. In Kangirsuk the construction is going well and will be ready before Christmas. The renovation and construction in Salluit is going well also. Akulivik and Ivujivik constructions are going well. The extension of Umiujaq
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school is going well and should be finished on time. The renovation team is still in the North and should be finished by November.
All plans that were put on hold by MELS will be made a priority at the next construction season.
CLOSING OF THE MEETING
The meeting is adjourned at 5:11 p.m., on September 3, 2009, since the agenda items are completed.
Alicie Nalukturuk Annie Grenier Harriet Keleutak President Director General Secretary General
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