Regular Board Meeting

THE WINNIPEG SCHOOL DIVISION Board Room, Administration Building Telephone: (204) 775-0231 FAX: 774-6211

REGULAR BOARD MEETING

Monday, March 2, 2020

7:00 PM

AGENDA Page

1. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL

2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA

3. DELEGATIONS

3.1 Glenn Maskiw Re: Budget Feedback

3.2 Diane Domytrak Re: Spanish Program at Earl Grey School

4. READING AND CONFIRMING OF MINUTES

4.1 Regular Board - February 3, 2020 - DRAFT 4 - 9

5. READING OF COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS

5.1 Communication Listing 10

6. PRESENTATION AND CONSIDERATION OF REPORTS

6.1 Superintendent's Report No. 2-2020 Dated March 2, 2020 11 - 12

6.2 Children's Heritage Fund Committee Report No. 1-2020 Dated January 28, 13 - 31 2020

6.3 Finance/Personnel Committee Report No. 1-2020 Dated February 3, 2020 32 - 33

6.4 Central District Advisory Committee Report No. 1-2020 dated February 4, 2020 34 - 35

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6.5 Inner City District Advisory Committee Report No. 1-2020 dated February 5, 36 - 37 2020

6.6 South District Advisory Committee Report No. 1-2020 dated February 11, 2020 38 - 39

6.7 North District Advisory Committee Report No. 1-2020 dated February 18, 2020 40 - 41

6.8 Student Advisory Committee Report No. 1-2020 dated February 19, 2020 42 - 45

7. ENQUIRIES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

8. NEW BUSINESS

8.1 By-Law 1287 - First Reading 46 - 48 Debenture Borrowing/Promissory Note $20,713,200.00

"That By-Law 1287, a by-law of the Winnipeg School Division for the purpose of borrowing TWENTY MILLION SEVEN HUNDRED THIRTEEN THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS ($20,713,200.00) for certain building projects be introduced and read a first time in short."

9. AGENDA INFORMATION ITEMS

9.1 "That Information Correspondence IC04-20 - IC05-20 be received as 49 - 51 information."

9.2 "That Superintendent's Information Report No. 3-2020 be received as 52 - 53 information."

10. BUSINESS MATTERS AS DEFINED IN RULE 44.7

11. COMMITTEE ADVISORY SUMMARIES OF DISCUSSIONS

11.1 Central District Advisory Committee Summary of Discussions dated February 54 - 69 4, 2020

11.2 Inner City District Advisory Committee Summary of Discussions dated 70 - 87 February 5, 2020

11.3 South District Advisory Committee Summary of Discussions dated February 88 - 90 11, 2020

11.4 North District Advisory Committee Summary of Discussions dated February 18, 91 - 94 2020

11.5 Student Advisory Committee Summary of Discussions dated February 19, 95 - 98 2020

11.6 French Immersion Advisory Committee Summary of Discussions dated 99 - 102 February 20, 2020

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12. FOR INFORMATION

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February 3, 2020

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees DRAFT of The Winnipeg School Division

Board Room, Administration Building, February 3, 2020

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees of The Winnipeg School Division was held this day at 7:00 PM.

The Chair of the Board called the meeting to order.

CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL

Present: Trustees C. Broughton (Chair), J. Dumont, A. Reid Y. Chen, L. Schatkowsky, B. Edel, C. Murdoch

In Attendance: P. Clarke, P. Kochan, K. Seiler, C. Caetano-Gomes, F. Mota, M. Rendulic, B. Lapointe, R. Carter, E. Barnaby

APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA

Edel – Chen That the Agenda for the Regular meeting of the School Board to be held this evening, February 3, 2020, be approved. – Carried.

Reid – Chen That item 9.5 Trustee Vacancies under Business Matters as Defined in Rule 44.7 be moved to New Business as 7.2. – Carried.

Edel – Chen The Agenda as amended was voted on and declared. – Carried

READING AND CONFIRMING OF MINUTES

A copy of the minutes to be considered had previously been distributed to the Trustees. A motion was now adopted for these minutes to be taken as read, and approved as follows:

Reid – Schatkowsky Regular Board - January 13, 2019 – Carried.

READING OF COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS

The following correspondence was dealt with as indicated:

OC03-20 From Dana Lorentz, Office of Mayor Brian Bowman, acknowledging receipt of letter from Board Chair on December 23, 2019.

Dumont – Schatkowsky That this correspondence be received as information. – Carried.

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OC04-20 From Kelvin Goertzen, Minister of Education, providing the Winnipeg School Division with a cheque for $60,000 to support the continuation of Aboriginal Youth Entrepreneurship Program (AYEP) at Children of the Earth and Gordon Bell High Schools for the 2019-20 school year.

Dumont - Edel That this correspondence be received as information. – Carried.

OC05-20 From Kelvin Goertzen, Minister of Education, announcing the continuing effort of the Province to achieve fiscal and workforce sustainability.

Murdoch - Schatkowsky That this correspondence be received as information. – Carried.

PRESENTATION AND CONSIDERATION OF REPORTS

Superintendent’s Report No. 1-2020 Dated February 3, 2020 Governance & Public Relations Committee Report No. 1-2020 Dated January 21, 2020 Building/Transportation Committee Report No. 1-2020 Dated January 29, 2020

Superintendent's Report No. 1-2020

Murdoch – Edel That Clause No. 1 (St. John’s High School – Fire Alarm Upgrade 2020) be approved. – Carried.

Governance & Public Relations Committee Report No. 1-2020

Chen – Edel That the Governance & Public Relations Committee Report No. 1-2020 be received as information. – Carried.

Chen – Edel That the revised Religious Instruction Guidelines be approved. – Carried.

Chen – Edel That the revisions to Policy KD – Public Participation at Board Meetings be approved. – Carried.

Chen – Edel That Policy AE – Public Interest Disclosure (Whistleblower Protection) be approved. – Carried.

Building/Transportation Committee Report No. 1-2020

Murdoch – Reid That the Building/Transportation Committee Report No. 1-2020 be received as information. – Carried.

Murdoch – Reid That the Five-Year Capital Building Plan – 2021/22 – 2025/26 be approved for submission to the Public Schools Finance Board. – Carried.

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Murdoch – Schatkowsky That the new N-8 school located on the southeast corner of Jefferson and King Edward be named École Waterford Springs School effective immediately. – Carried.

Murdoch – Schatkowsky That David Livingstone Community School receive funding in the amount of $20,000.00 from the Universal Building Fund for the planned re-development of playgrounds on Winnipeg School Division property. – Carried.

Murdoch – Schatkowsky That effective September 2020, the boundaries for the new school, Meadows West, Stanley Knowles, Shaughnessy Park and Robertson School be established as outlined in the confidential memorandum dated January 29, 2020, from the Chief Superintendent. – Carried.

Murdoch – Reid That Policy ECAB – Vandalism be renamed ECAB – Respect for School Property. – Carried.

Murdoch – Reid That the revised Policy ECAB – Respect for School Property be approved.

Edel – Murdoch That the revised Policy ECAB – Respect for School Property be referred back to Building/Transportation Committee. – Carried.

ENQUIRIES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

125 – Elmwood Edu Fair

Trustee Reid informed trustees that on January 30, 2020, she had the pleasure of attending the Edu Fair at Elmwood High School. Trustee Reid indicated that students from grades 7 and 8 did an amazing presentation. Trustee Reid indicated that the work of the students were amazing and they did their projects without the help of teachers or parents.

126 – Racist Sentiment

Trustee Chen made a comment on the current outbreak of novel coronavirus and the reports about growing racist sentiment against Chinese people and Asian people in general. Trustee Chen indicated that reports highlight the fact that some people do not want to touch the things that Asian people touched. When Asian people cough, they assume they have coronavirus. Kids in schools joke about testing their fellow students who are of Chinese origin. In Ontario, the York Region District School Board thankfully dismissed parents’ petition that asked for more stringent rules on coronavirus towards Chinese students who recently return from China. Trustee Chen indicated that their Board Chair rejected the call and advised that such requests run the risk of demonstrating bias and racism. Trustee Chen indicated that as a newcomer school trustee and a member of colour, she would like to emphasize that racism and xenophobia have no space in the WSD. Trustee Chen also asked the administration to remind all the schools through communications or principal/staff meetings that coronavirus risk in Canada remains low and to

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February 3, 2020 dismiss any racist comments that might be made among students. Trustee Chen was hoping that WSD staff are equipped to be able to respond to any racist statements that may arise in schools, especially in the context of the coronavirus.

127 – Parent Council Meetings

Trustee Chen informed trustees that she attended the Parent Council meeting a Dufferin and Earl Grey School and discussed the draft budget.

128 – Pinkham School – Breakfast 2Go

Trustee Chen informed trustees that on January 24, 2020, she went to Pinkham School and helped with the distribution of Breakfast 2Go.

129 – MSBA – Meeting with City Councilor

Trustee Chen informed trustees that on January 22, 2020, she met with the members of Manitoba School Boards Association and City Councilor Vivian Santos was present as well. Trustee Chen indicated that there were discussions regarding School Resource Officers and safety issues.

NEW BUSINESS

130 - By-Law 1286 - Second & Final Reading Debenture Borrowing/Promissory Note $3,956,300.00

Reid – Dumont a) That By-Law 1286, a by-law of the Winnipeg School Division for the purpose of borrowing THREE MILLION NINE HUNDRED FIFTY SIX THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($3,956,300.00) for certain building projects be read a second time in short. – Carried.

(By-Law 1286 then read accordingly)

Reid – Dumont b) That the rules be suspended in order for By-Law 1286 to be read a third time. – Carried.

Reid – Dumont c) That By-Law 1286, a by-law of the Winnipeg School Division be read a third time in short and passed. – Carried.

(By-Law 1286 then read accordingly)

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131 – Trustee Vacancies

The Chair of the Board informed trustees that the Division received a request from the province to consider postponing the by-election until after the release of the K-12 Education Review report. As a result, the members of the Board requested that the Secretary-Treasurer request additional information/clarification from the Minister on the purpose of the request to postpone the by-election. In the meantime, given the provisions under the Acts, including the Division’s timelines, the Board agreed to proceed with the election unless otherwise directed by the Minister.

AGENDA INFORMATION ITEMS

Reid – Chen That Superintendent’s Information Report No. 2-2020 be received as information. – Carried.

BUSINESS MATTERS AS DEFINED IN RULE 44.7

Committee of the Whole

Edel – Schatkowsky That the Board recess in Committee of the Whole in camera at this time. – Carried.

The Board then recessed into Committee of the Whole in camera at 7:45 p.m. with Trustee Chen in the Chair.

Upon the Board resuming in public session at 9:07 p.m. Trustee Chen, the Chair of the Committee of the Whole presented the following recommendations of the Committee:

132 – 2020 Recognition & Awards Program – Manitoba School Boards Association – Student Citizenship Award/Student Group Award

Chen – Schatkowsky That the student named in the confidential memorandum from the Chief Superintendent dated February 3, 2020, be submitted to the Manitoba School Boards Association for consideration for the MSBA Student Citizenship Award. – Carried.

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133 – 2020 Recognition & Awards Program – Manitoba School Boards Association – President’s Council Award

Chen – Murdoch That the support staff named in the confidential memorandum from the Chief Superintendent dated February 3, 2020, be submitted to the Manitoba School Boards Association for consideration for the MSBA Presidents’ Council Award. – Carried.

134 – Waterford Green School Daycare

Chen – Reid That the proper officers of the Division be authorized to enter into a three year lease with Bumper Crop Early Learning Centre Inc. for the use of space located at 2090 Jefferson Avenue. – Carried.

135 – Administrative Appointment – Principal – Dufferin School

Chen – Edel That the appointment outlined in the confidential memorandum dated February 3, 2020 from the Chief Superintendent be approved. – Carried.

136 – Administrative Appointment – Principal – École Garden Grove School

Chen – Dumont That the appointment outlined in the confidential memorandum dated February 3, 2020 from the Chief Superintendent be approved. – Carried.

Trustee Chen, the Chair of the Committee of the Whole, reported that the Board received reports on Leaves of Absence – Without Salary, Suspension and Division Monthly Attendance/School Monthly Attendance and that there were discussions regarding United Food & Commercial Workers Union (UFCW) Local No. 832 and Board Chairs Meeting with Minister of Education at MSBA Convention.

Trustee Chen reported that the Board moved into closed camera with the Chief Superintendent, Secretary – Treasurer, Chief Human Resources Officer and Board and Community Services Liaison Officer.

Trustee Chen reported that there was a discussion regarding a personnel matter.

The Meeting adjourned at 9:11 p.m.

Chair Secretary – Treasurer/ Chief Financial Officer

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CORRESPONDENCE SUBMITTED TO THE BOARD March 2, 2020

OC06-20 From Kate Kehler, Executive Director, Social Planning Council of Winnipeg and Michael Redhead Champagne, Founding Member, Aboriginal Youth Opportunities (AYO!)

Expressing concerns regarding school screenings of Methamphetamine: Community Under Siege.

(That this correspondence be received as information.)

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March 2, 2020 Superintendent’s Report No. 2 - 2020

SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT NO. 2– 2020

To the Chair and Members Winnipeg School Board March 2, 2020

1. Building Department – Vehicle Replacement 2020

The 2019/20 budget includes an allocation for Building Department vehicle replacement.

Tenders were advertised for 2 vehicles. A total of three bids were received and it is recommended that BMG Holdings Ltd. be awarded the tender.

Firm Total Price

BMG Holdings Ltd. $ 64,182.34

Recommendation:

That the tender of BMG Holdings Ltd. to supply 2 vehicles be accepted, for the total amount of $64,182.34, being the tender price, including Provincial Sales Tax excluding Goods & Services Tax, and that the proper officers of the Division be authorized to enter into a contract with BMG Holdings Ltd. for supplying the vehicles.

2. Grant Park High School – Emergency Power Upgrade 2020

The 2019/20 budget includes an allocation for the emergency power upgrade project at Grant Park High School.

Tenders were advertised for the project. A total of six bids were received and it is recommended that More-Lite Electric Ltd. be awarded the tender.

Firm Total Price

More-Lite Electric Ltd. $ 56,186.97

Recommendation:

That the tender of More-Lite Electric Ltd. to supply all material and perform all work in connection with the emergency power upgrade project at Grant Park High School be accepted, in accordance with the plans and specifications therefor, for the total amount of $ 56,186.97, being the tender price, including Provincial Sales Tax excluding Goods & Services Tax, and that the proper officers of the Division be authorized to enter into a contract with More-Lite Electric Ltd. for the carrying out of the work.

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March 2, 2020 Superintendent’s Report No. 2 - 2020

3. Laura Secord School – Nature Playground Development Phase 2

The Laura Secord School and parent advisory council have submitted a proposal to redevelop the playground at the school. The project will include playground equipment, new fibar for play equipment area, trees and shrubs. This project phase is the second of three (3) phases in redevelopment of the grounds. The project costs for all phases is estimated to be $305,000.00.

Tenders were advertised for the phase 2 project. A total of six bids were received and it is recommended that J. Ross Property Maintenance & Landscaping Ltd. be awarded the tender.

Firm Total Price

J. Ross Property Maintenance & Landscaping Ltd. $ 84,620.00

Revenue raised by Laura Secord School is as follows:

Carry Forward from Phase 1 $ 27,939.12 Laura Secord School Parent Advisory Council 76,004.35 Various Donations 2,130.00 City of Winnipeg (Land Dedication) 15,000.00 City of Winnipeg (Community Incentive Grant Program) 15,000.00 Venema Family 25,000.00 Total $ 161,073.47

Recommendation:

That the quotation of J. Ross Property Maintenance & Landscaping Ltd., to supply all material and perform all work in connection with the nature playground development phase 2 project at Laura Secord School be accepted, in accordance with the plans and specifications therefor, for the total amount of $ 84,620.00 being the tender price, including Provincial Sales Tax excluding Goods & Services Tax, and that the proper officers of the Division be authorized to enter into a contract with J. Ross Property Maintenance & Landscaping Ltd. for the carrying out of the work.

Respectfully submitted,

P.E. CLARKE Chief Superintendent Page 13 of 102

March 2, 2020 Children’s Heritage Fund Committee Report No. 1-2020

CHILDREN’S HERITAGE FUND COMMITTEE REPORT NO. 1-2020

To the Chair and Members January 28, 2020 Winnipeg Public School Board

The Children’s Heritage Fund Committee Reports as follows:

1. Introduction of New Committee Members The Committee was informed that Trustee Cindy Murdoch and Trustee Jennifer Chen were introduced as the appointed Board representatives to the Children’s Heritage Fund. The Committee was informed that former Trustees Allan Beach and Anthony Ramos have accepted an additional two year term ending December 31, 2021. The Committee was informed that Ms. Cathy Bird has agreed to serve as the parent representative for a two year term ending December 31, 2021.

2. Election of Chair The Committee elected Trustee Jennifer Chen as Chair of the Children’s Heritage Fund Committee for the ensuing year.

3. Approval of Agenda The Committee approved the agenda of January 28, 2020.

4. Terms of Reference, Membership & Guidelines

The Terms of Reference were revised to specify that the Children’s Heritage Fund was established to approve expenditures for the 78 Winnipeg School Division schools. (attached)

The Committee approved the revised Terms of Reference, Membership & Guidelines, as distributed.

5. Reading & Confirming of Minutes – October 8, 2019 The Committee approved the minutes dated October 8, 2019.

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6. New Projects The Committee gave consideration to requests for funds in support of projects as outlined in By-law No. 891.

The Committee approved the project requests in the amount of $80, 491.

Arts Enrichment $10,200 Multicultural & Cultural $12,430 Outdoor Education $29,679 Special Student Activities/Programs $ 8,182 Playground Field Improvement $20,000 & Play Structures Total $80,491

Details of the projects are included in the For Information section.

7. Statement of Funds Available for Distribution

The Committee received an update on the Statement of Funds. The Committee was informed that the Pension Fund Investment Committee approved a change to Equity Investments for Children's Heritage Fund from SEI Canadian and Greystone Canadian Equity Fund to Leith Wheeler Equity Fund.

The Committee received the Statement of Funds Available for Distribution for 2020. The CPI (Consumer Price Index) for 2019 is 2.2%.

8. Project Reports The Committee received reports from previously funded projects for information.

9. Charitable Donations

The Committee approved charitable donations totaling $1,135,399.03 and authorized the administration to issue tax receipts.

Respectfully submitted,

Trustee J. Chen Chair

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In Attendance: C. Murdoch, J. Chen, A. Beach, C. Bird, F. Mota, N. Basra, C. Scharf (recorder)

Regrets: A. Ramos Page 16 of 102

Children's Heritage Fund Committee - Terms of Reference

First Approved: February 4, 2019 Most Recent Revision:

1. PURPOSE & RESPONSIBILITIES

In accordance with By-Law 891, the Children’s Heritage Fund was established on September 30, 1980 to approve expenditures for the following purposes:

I. Construction and installation of playground equipment and grounds II. Construction and upgrading of playing fields III. Outdoor education including without limiting the generality of the foregoing, field and camping trips IV. Multicultural and cultural enrichment of direct benefit to students V. Arts Enrichment - (e.g. Quantum Arts Program) VI. Meeting other special student activity and program needs as they may arise

for the following schools:

Andrew Mynarski Gladstone Lord Roberts Rockwood Argyle Alternative Glenelm Lord Selkirk Sacré-Coeur Brock Corydon Gordon Bell Luxton St. John’s Carpathia Grant Park Machray Sargent Park Cecil Rhodes Greenway Meadows West Shaughnessy Park Champlain Grosvenor Montrose Sir William Osler Children of the Earth Harrow Mulvey Sisler Churchill Hugh John Macdonald Niji Mahkwa Sister MacNamara Clifton Inkster Norquay Stanley Knowles Collège Churchill Isaac Brock Pinkham Strathcona Daniel McIntyre Collegiate Isaac Newton Prairie Rose Technical Vocational David Livingstone J.B. Mitchell Principal Sparling Tyndall Park Dufferin John M. King Queenston Victoria-Albert Earl Grey Kelvin R.B. Russell Vocational Wellington Elmwood Kent Road Ralph Brown Weston Faraday King Edward River Elm William Whyte Fort Rouge Lansdowne River Heights Winnipeg Adult Education Centre Garden Grove Laura Secord Riverview Wolseley General Wolfe LaVérendrye Robert H. Smith New School George V Lord Nelson Robertson (Waterford/Castelbury)

The Committee reviews all proposals and approves expenditures. A summary report is prepared for the information of the Board of Trustees.

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Winnipeg School Division Children’s Heritage Fund Committee Terms of Reference Page 2

2. ELECTION OF CHAIR The Chair of the Committee will be elected by the Committee at the first meeting of the calendar year.

3. COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP

The Committee will be comprised of two Board members who will be appointed annually for a one year term at the inaugural meeting of the Board and two former trustees and one representative appointed from among the Chairs of the Board’s Advisory Committees who will be appointed for a two year term. If a member of the Committee who is a former member of the Board is unable to complete the term for any reason whatsoever, at the first regular meeting following notice that the member of the Committee will not be able to complete the term, the Board shall appoint another former trustee to complete the said term.

4. FREQUENCY OF MEETINGS The Committee shall meet as required, up to 3 times per year on a Tuesday at 5:00 p.m.

5. AUTHORITY The Committee conducts itself on behalf of the Board and makes recommendations to the Board for approval.

6. REPORTING The Committee reports directly to the Board of Trustees as per the Procedural By-Law. The Committee, unless otherwise specified, shall report on the matters referred to it within the following time limits: if such committee is appointed more than sixty days before the last meeting of the Board in the current year then such report shall be made within sixty days from the date such committee was appointed; if such committee is appointed less than sixty days from the last meeting of the Board in the current year then such report shall be made no later than the last meeting of the Board for such year.

7. REVIEW OF THE COMMITTEE TERMS OF REFERENCE The Committee will review its Terms of Reference annually and submit any recommended changes to the Board of Trustees for approval.

8. QUORUM

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Children's Heritage Fund Committee Meeting January 28, 2020 Arts Enrichment

Project No Title and Project Description School Applicant No. of Students Amount Grade level Approved

S-49602 Grade 4 to 6 Musical Brock Corydon 135students $2,000 This project will support Literacy through A. Morris - Administrator Grades the Arts. Students in Grades 4, 5, and 6 are cast in the musical production and will work - Teacher collaboratively by performing, building sets, developing costume and make-up skills, and taking a leadership role in the ticket sales. The musical will be presented in four performances in the Spring. Funding is Artist's Fee/Guest Speaker, Fee For Service/Performances, Supplies not available in school, Equipment Rental and Costume supplies.

S-49603 The Crucible Churchill High School 50students $1,200

This project will provide students the Ryan - Administrator Grades opportunity to work collaboratively in every Hughes facet of the theatre process. Students will - Teacher develop acting skills, set making, design period costumes, sound and lighting. Students will develop character outlines to create the cast, and will also have an opportunity to work alongside a professional technician on sound and lighting. The play will be performed at the Forrest Whittaker Theatre on May 5th and 7th. Funding is Fee for Service/Performances, Equipment Rental, Costume supplies.

S-49604 Craft Group Daniel McIntyre 15 students $1,000

Students who wish to participate in this Joan - Administrator Grades project will learn how to use software to Fransen, VP design and incorporate cultural design, that - Teacher will encourage improvements to the visual aspects of student assisgnments. The project will also provide opportunities for students to create an artistic community of crafters from diverse backgrounds. Art in any form can supersede language and cultural barriers. Funding is Student Admissions/Registrations, Supplies not available in school.

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Project No Title and Project Description School Applicant No. of Students Amount Grade level Approved

S-49605 Performing Arts Workshop Series Grant Park High School 300-400 students $2,000

This project will provide students with an Jamie - Administrator Grades opportunity to further their appreciation and Hutchison of education in the Arts. Professionals in - Teacher the Performing Arts industry will develop workshops in different disciplines, such as drama, musicals, dance, choral classes, that will assist students in future performances and opportunities. Funding is Artist's Fee/Guest Speaker, Costume Designing.

S-49606 Spring Musical - Freaky Friday Kelvin High School 45students $1,000 Students will be encouraged to enhance Maria Silva - Administrator Grades their creativity and self-expression through performance opportunities. This project will - Teacher foster school spirit and collegial cooperation. Students will be involved in all aspects of the performance including performing, costume and set designing, and using technical equipment. Funding is Artist's Fee/Guest Speaker, Fee for Service/Performances, Supplies not available in school, Equipment Rental, Costume supplies.

S-49607 Shakespeare in the Snow Kelvin High School 50 students $1,000

The objective of this project is to immerse - Administrator Grade 1 student learning in literacy, academic and arts enrichment, and exam preparation. - Teacher The activity will provide students enrolled in the IB programme with a stimulating, social and intellectual environment. Students will be transported to the retreat near Lac du Bonnet where they will stay under the supervision and tutelage of their teacher, and will study a Shakespeare play in its entirety, becoming fully immersed in literature over the entire trip. After intensive study, students will enact an abridged version of the play. Funding is Camp accommodations/rental/fees.

S-49608 Manitoba Chamber Orchestra Partnership Winnipeg School Division 400 students $2,000

The Manitoba Chamber Orchestra's school Brad - Administrator Grades matinees provide a rich concert experience, Corbett, featuring some of the greatest soloists in Director the world, young and established, and link - Teacher to the K-12 school curriculum. Funds will cover the ticket costs of the participating schools in WSD. Funding is Fee for Service/Performances.

$10,200

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Children's Heritage Fund Committee Meeting January 28, 2020 Multicultural & Cultural Project No Title and Project Description School Applicant No. of Students & Amount Grade level Approved

S-49609 Drum Group Churchill High School 500students $800 This project supports the Churchill Ryan - Administrator Grades 7-12 High School student-led Indigenous Hughes Student Group. The Group raises - Teacher awareness and educates students, staff and the community about ideas and issues related to Indigenous peoples in Canada. Students will learn drum-making, and throughout the year the students will participate in Indigenous drumming and singing groups, and will share their talent at various events at school and in the community. Funding is Fee for Service/Performances.

S-49610 Troupe Jeunesse - Traditional Ecole JB Mitchell 400students $2,000 Metis Dance Workshop This project will provide students Paulette - Administrator K - Grade 6 with an authentic Metis traditional Huggins experience that embeds the Arts - Teacher and Literacy, through traditional dance and storytelling. The entire school will participate in the interactive performance and the small group workshops. Funding is Fee for Service/Performance and Supplies not available in school

S-49611 Pow Wow Club Kent Road 150students $800 The Pow Wow Club will provide E.Austin- - Administrator Grades 3-6 opportunities for those students Anderson and family members who wish to - Teacher participate in activities and cultural experiences that strenthen belonging and respect, develop new skills, collaborate and make new friends. Funding is Artist's Fees/Guest Speaker, Supplies not available in school.

S-49612 Indigenous Cultural Programming Norquay 25-30students $1,730 through Pow Wow This project provides students with Leslie Last- Administrator Grades 3-6 learning opportunities surrounding traditional Pow Wow and - Teacher Indigenous Regalia. History, the Arts and Literacy are woven into the project. By providing strong connections, students will become engaged and higher academic achievement will be made possible. The project will also provide student leadership opportunities. Funding is Artist's Fee/Guest

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Project No Title and Project Description School Applicant No. of Students & Amount Grade level Approved

S-49613 Reconcilliation Through Education Pinkham 150students $2,000 This project will support the Val Mowez- Administrator Nursery - Grade collaboration between Indigenous guests and artists throughout the - Teacher school year and infuse Indigenous education with the Arts, Literacy and History. Students will share their learning on Indigenous Peoples Day in June through presentations, photographs, artwork and video. Funding is Fee for Service/Guest Speaker, Supplies not available in school.

S-49614 Indigenous Youth Leadership Sargent Park 30students $1,500 Program Funding for this project will support M. - Administrator Grades 7-9 the fifth year of the program. The Woloschuk group empowers students to be - Teacher active members within the school community. Students have the opportunity to participate in meaningful activities that support their mental, physical, spiritual and academic needs, through traditional teachings. Leadership, entrepreneurial and volunteer skills are integrated into the program. Students will become strong leaders in their community. Funding is Student Admissions/Registrations, Artist's Fee/Guest Speaker, Fee for Service/Performances, Supplies not available in school.

S-49615 Mini-Olympics Sisler 400students $1,600 Mini-Olympics is an annual event at George - Administrator Grades 9-12 Sisler High School. Students Heshka compete in various activities during - Teacher the school day, exposing them to new and fun activities in an environment that promotes and celebrates our cultural diversity. Student leadership opportunities are developed and staff greatly support the event. Funding is Student Admission/Registration, Artist's Fee/Guest Speaker, Supplies not available in school, and Equipment Rental.

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Project No Title and Project Description School Applicant No. of Students & Amount Grade level Approved

S-49616 Sky Stories/Star Dome Tyndall Park 389students $2,000 This project promotes Literacy, G. - Administrator Grades 1-6 Science and Indigenous Education. Mospanchuk Students have the opportunity to be - Teacher involved in story telling while sitting in a mobile planetarium. Sky Stories takes students of all ages on an exploration of the Manitoba night sky through the perspective of the First Nations peoples. Funding is Artist's Fee/Guest Speaker.

$12,430

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Children's Heritage Fund Projects Approved January 28, 2020 Outdoor Education Project No Title and Project Description School Applicant No. of Students & Amount Grade level Approved

S-496223 Outdoor Learning Day Clifton 150students $2,000 This project provides students an Nany - Administrator Nursery - Grade opportunity to participate in self- MacTavish guided and guided tours throughout - Teacher Birds Hill Provincial Park. Students will be exposed to the benefits of learning in the outdoors with a connection to Indigenous teachings. This project incorporates curricula areas including Literacy and Numeracy, Science, Indigenous Education and Physical Education. Funding is Student Admissions/Registrations, Supplies not available in School.

S-496224 Ordre De La Verendrye Avance College students $2,000 Students will have the opportunity - Administrator to travel to Camp Stephens and embark on a canoe excursion that - Teacher will have them paddle and portage over 100 kilometres to Dogtooth Lake, Ontario. This project will provide a trip through Voyageur history, and students will develop leadership skills while learning a “no trace” wilderness camping technique. Funding is Equipment Rental/Instruction, Camp Accommodations/Rental/Fees.

S-496225 Grade 5/6 Winter Camp Earl Grey 50students $1,000 This project will provide students Tricia Penner- Administrator Grades 5-6 the opportunity to experience winter recreational activities in a camp - Teacher setting. Students will develop team building, collaboration and leadership skills. Students will also learn new physical education skills while particpating in new activities. Funding is Camp Accommodations/Rental/Fees.

S-496226 Camp Assiniboia 2020 Glenelm 35students $727 This project will implement the Shane Fox- Administrator Grades 5-6 Science curriculum through exploration of a Winter Ecosystem. - Teacher Students will embark on a one day trip, where they will collaborate, experience new activities, implement various skills in the Physical Education curriculum and study aspects of Indigenous culture and traditions. Funding is Student Admissions/Registrations.

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Project No Title and Project Description School Applicant No. of Students & Amount Grade level Approved

S-496227 2020 Canoe Trip Daniel MacIntyre 25students $1,000 This project will provide students Joan - Administrator Grades 11-12 with the experience of canoeing and Fransen, VP camping, in a fun and safe new - Teacher learning environment through the use of outdoor education. Student learning will encompass water safety, sustainability and the environment, Indigenous Education and leadership. Funding is Equipment Rental/Instruction, Camp Accommodations/Rental/Fees.

S-496228 School and Community Land-based Gordon Bell 736students $2,000 Garden to Table This project will support the final Vinh Huynh- Administrator Grades 7-12 stages of the Greenspace and Gardening area at Gordon Bell High - Teacher School. Students have gained leadership skills, developed land based learning, landscaping, employment and volunteering skills through this school-wide project. Partnerships have been formed with CEDA and Winnipeg Harvest, and the Gordon Bell surrounding community will benefit from the healthy eating/cooking workshops that will be developed. Funding is Fee for Service/Performance, Supplies not available in school.

S-496229 Festival Du Voyageur Greenway 62students $1,128 This project will allow students to Stormie - Administrator Grades 4-6 take part in fun educational Duchnycz programming outside the classroom - Teacher that enhances what is taught in the classroom. The project will expose students to various learning opportunities in literature, social studies, math, physical education, the environment, and Indigenous Education. Funding is Student Admissions/Registrations.

S-496230 Grade 9 Outdoor Adventure Isaac Newton 60students $2,000 Students will have the opportunity Mohammad - Administrator Grade 9 to travel outside their community to Rezai the Canadian Shield and observe - Teacher first hand the change in landscape, reinforcing what they have learned in Social Studies. Group activities, collaboration, leadership skills and reflection will be developed and enjoyed by all students. Funding is Supplies not available in school, Equipment Rental/Instruction, Camp Accommodations/Rental/Fees.

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Project No Title and Project Description School Applicant No. of Students & Amount Grade level Approved

S-496231 Grade 6 Outdoor Education Lansdowne 48students $2,000 This outdoor education project will Vince Audino- Administrator Grade 6 provide students at Lansdowne School opportunities throughout the - Teacher school year to participate in a variety of outdoor activities. Students will develop new skills, new interests, and become more physically active. Funding is Student Admissions/Registrations.

S-496232 Grade 5/6 Camp Manitou Lord Nelson 117students $2,000 Through this project, students will Sandy - Administrator Grades 5-6 develop positive attitude, skills and Stevenson knowledge related to outdoor - Teacher education and life skills. They will benefit from team-building and improving relationships with their peers and teachers. Funding is Camp Accommodations/Rental/Fees.

S-496233 Grade 6 Camp Stephens Lord Selkirk 36students $1,000 This project provides a Amie - Administrator Grade 6 comprehensive outdoor education Johnston experience that reinforces the - Teacher outdoor education curriculum, promotes and encourages teamwork and collaboration skills through environmental awareness in nature. Funding is Camp Accommodations/Rental/Fees.

S-496234 Lower Fort Gary 2020 Luxton 125students $1,000 An excursion to Lower Fort Gary Nancy - Administrator Grades 1-3 provides students with the Karpinsky opportunity to immerse themselves - Teacher in experiences related to our history. Students will receive hands- on opportunities outside their classroom, and receive history lessons through storytelling. Funding is Student Admissions/Registrations.

S-496235 Meadows West Asessippi Ski Trip Meadows West 88students $2,000 This outdoor education project will Wayne Wyke- Administrator Grades 7-8 provide students with a winter outdoor education opportunity, - Teacher where they will experience and develop a variety of health and fitness skills, strengthen social skills and promote team building. Funding is Equipment Rental/Instruction, Camp Accommodations/Rental/Fees.

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Project No Title and Project Description School Applicant No. of Students & Amount Grade level Approved

S-496236 Camp Assiniboia One Day Trip Prairie Rose 41students $924 This project will provide students Ken - Administrator Grade 6 the opportunity to attend a one day Romaniuk camp where they will participate in - Teacher various outdoor and indoor activities. Students will collaborate, develop team building skills, which will strengthen their self confidence. Funding is Fee for Service/Performances, Camp Accommodations/Rentals/Fees.

S-496237 Grade 5 & 6 Outdoor Education Robert H Smith 119students $2,000 Experiences This project covers a wide-range of Andrea - Administrator Grade 5-6 ` outcomes. The intent is to apply the Powell learning that students have had - Teacher around mindfulness and healthy living, building on relationships between students, learning to collaborate and explore. Students and teachers will experience a variety of activities that build community and strengthen self- esteem, positive outlook and mental health. Funding is Camp Accommodations/Rental/Fees.

S-496238 Outdoor Education - Camp Robertson 65students $2,000 Stephens This project will provide students an Jude Guzzi- Administrator Grade 6 opportunity to experience outdoor education in a unique environment - Teacher that many of them may not have opportunities to do so. Students will gain and develop various skills in relationship building, collaboration, and will learn new skills while participating in various outdoor activities. Funding is Supplies not available in school, Camp Accommodations/Rental/Fees.

S-496239 Intermediate Camp 2020 Rockwood 46students $2,000 This project will provide students Kathy Ateah- Administrator Grade 5-6 with a two day experience where they will become familiar with the - Teacher teaching and support staff at camp. In addition to the inherent team- building nature of activities, their involvement will support a connection with the natural world and assist with the formation of a cooperative learning atmosphere. This is in keeping with the school’s ESD planning priority. Funding is Camp Accommodations/Rental/Fees.

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Project No Title and Project Description School Applicant No. of Students & Amount Grade level Approved

S-496240 Camp Manitou Outdoor Education Weston 55students $900 Day During their time at Camp Manitou, Gayle Alex- Administrator Grade 4-6 students will strengthen and build their relationships with others, and - Teacher create new childhood memories which support their physical and emotional development. The various activities students will engage in, will challenge their abilities and promote a new enthusiasm to take on future opportunities. Funding is Camp Accommodations/Rental/Fees.

S-496241 Camp Cedarwood Wolseley 54students $2,000 This project allows students to Brian - Administrator Grade 5 and 6 experience an outdoor education Rogowsky away from their community that - Teacher they may not otherwise have. Students will explore new activities, challenge their physical abilities, build new relationships and team building skills. Funding is Camp Accommodations/Rental/Fees. $29,679

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Children's Heritage Fund Committe Meeting January 28, 2020 Playground/Field Improvements & Play Structures Project N Title and Project Description School Applicant No. of Students Amount Grade level Approved

S-49624 Lord Nelson School's Inclusive Lord Nelson 427students $20,000 Playground Enhancement This project will support the Sandy Steve - Administrator Nursery - Grade improvement to the current nson playground, which is outdated, non- - Teacher inclusive, and does not allow for mulitiple grade levels to access. This project will provide equitable play opportunities at school, before and after, during recess and at lunch. Funding is Playground/Field Improvements & Play Structures.

$20,000

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Children's Heritage Fund Committee Meeting January 28, 2020 Special Student Activities/Programs Project No Title and Project Description School Applicant No. of Students & Amount Grade level Approved

S-49617 Holistic Well-being: Cultivating Argyle 80students $2,000 Wellness through the Arts, Culture & Community This project will provide students Pat Mainville- Administrator Grades 10-12 the opportunity to develop and enrich a holistic well-being through - Teacher a miriad of activities. Using therapeutic hands-on-experiences, students will be involved in programming and afterschool programming that involves the arts, culture and animals. A pottery club will develop motor, social and language skills, while the Horsemanship program will develop a sense of self and collaboration. Funding is Artist's Fee/Guest Speaker, Fee for Service/Performance, Supplies not available in school.

S-49618 Carpathia's Guided Inquiry on Carpathia 200students $2,000 Canada's North This project supports Literacy and Susan - Administrator Nursery-Grade Science. Students will have the Christiuk opportunity to visit the Arctic Exhibit - Teacher at the Assiniboine Zoo and will participate in the educational programming that includes Arctic Ecology, Awesome Adaptations or the Polar Bear sessions, where the outcomes are connected to the Grade 4-6 Science Curriculum. The experience will be shared through social media and writing. Funding is Student Admissions/Registrations.

S-49619 Mad Science Lord Selkirk 60students $1,000 This educational science club Amie - Administrator Grades 1-6 provides students opportunities to Johnston reinforce the curriculum and STEM - Teacher objectives, including fostering students' natural curiosity of scientific processes with hands-on learning. Students will be engaged during an eight week, 1.5 hour sessions. Funding is Student Admissions/Registrations.

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Project No Title and Project Description School Applicant No. of Students & Amount Grade level Approved

S-49620 Ecosystem in Action River Heights 470students $750 This project is linked to the science Brad Burns- Administrator Grades 7-8 curriculum, and will provide students the hands-on visuals of - Teacher real ecosystems in action. An aquarium in the school science lab will support both aquatic and terrestrial creatures, and will be transformed into a working open system using it as a composter to help demonstrate the cycles found in nature. Funding is Fee for Service/Performances, Supplies not available in school.

S-49621 Ski-Snowboarding Trip Tec Voc 40students $2,000 This project will provide students an Dennis Mogg- Administrator Grades 9-12 opportunity to experience an outdoor sport, where they will - Teacher develop physical skills as well as collaboration and develop new relationships. Funding is Equipment Rental/Instruction.

S-49622 MTYP Performance of Spelling 2-5- Weston 220students $432 5 This project supports the school- Gayle Alex- Administrator Nursery - Grade wide Mindfulness strategy, and the performance visually and creatively - Teacher demonstrates a positive social, emotional and behavioural goal that has been developed school-wide. Teachers engage students in the process through pre-performance activities and reflect on the messages with post-performance activities. Funding is Fee for Service/Performance.

$8,182

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March 2, 2020 1 Finance/Personnel Committee Report No. 1-2020

FINANCE/PERSONNEL COMMITTEE REPORT NO. 1-2020

To the Chair and Members February 3, 2020 Winnipeg Public School Board

The Finance/Personnel Committee reports as follows:

1. 2020/2021 Provincial Funding

On January 30, 2020, the Minister of Education announced that the total funding for public schools for the 2020/2021 school year includes an overall province-wide funding increase of $6.6 million for education.

The Committee was informed that the Province is once again directing school boards to cap increases to their local education property tax at 2% for the 2019/2020 school year and to continue to reduce administrative costs.

2. 2020/2021 Draft Budget

The Committee was informed that the Board of Trustees is considering a stand pat budget of $421,221,700 which results in a 1.44% increase on the property tax levy or $21 a year on the average assessed home value of $225,700 within WSD. The Committee was informed that the draft budget maintains programs and services in WSD.

The Committee also received an overview on programs and services within the WSD that are not mandated by the province. The Committee was informed of the importance of maintaining these programs and services for student.

The Committee reviewed enrolment data over a five-year period from 2014/15 to 2019/20. The Committee was informed that enrolment for 2019/20 school year is 32,743 students which represents a decrease from 2018/19 school year 33,093 students.

The Committee was provided with an infographic of the Draft Budget that will be distributed at the District Advisory Committee meetings for discussion. The Committee was informed that anyone wishing to register to appear as a delegation at a future meeting to contact the Board Office.

3. City of Winnipeg Assessment

The Committee was also provided with the City of Winnipeg portioned assessment as of December 16, 2019 and January 16, 2020. The Committee was informed that the City of Winnipeg will finalize property assessments at the beginning of March, 2019.

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Respectfully submitted

ARLENE REID Committee Chair

Trustees: A. Reid, J. Dumont, C. Broughton, Y. Chen, L. Schatkowsky, B. Edel, C. Murdoch

Administration: P. Clarke, P. Kochan, F. Mota, C. Caetano-Gomes, K. Seiler, E. Barnaby, R. Carter, B. Lapointe, K. Stuart

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March 2, 2020 1 Central District Advisory Committee Report No. 1-2020

CENTRAL DISTRICT ADVISORY COMMITTEE REPORT NO. 1-2020

To the Chair and Members Winnipeg Public School Board: February 4, 2020 The Central District Advisory Committee reports as follows:

1. 2020/2021 Draft Budget

The Secretary-Treasurer was in attendance to provide an overview of the 2020/2021 Draft Budget. The Committee was informed that on January 30, 2020, the Province of Manitoba announced funding for public education. The Committee was informed that the Manitoba government will increase funding for public schools by more than $6.6 million for the 2020/2021 school year. The Committee was informed that school divisions also raise revenue through local education property taxes. The Committee was informed that the Manitoba government is again requesting that school divisions limit increases to education property taxes to two per cent for the 2020/2021 school year.

The Committee was informed that for the 2020/2021 school year, the Board is proposing a stand pat budget which maintains all programs and services in the WSD.

2. PROVINCIAL K-12 EDUCATION REVIEW

The Committee was informed that the Commission would be releasing the report to the Minister of Education and Training in February 2020. It is anticipated that the report would be publically released in March 2020, which will include recommendations on the key topic areas identified by the Province. School Boards would not have the ability to provide input on the recommendations and would be obligated to implement the recommendations within the timelines established by the Province. The report and recommendations will be shared with parents indicating the next steps to be in compliance with the direction from the Minister of Education.

Respectfully Submitted,

ARLENE REID Trustee Representative

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In Attendance:

Voting Representatives: Administration: Cecil Rhodes School Paul Kochan, Secretary-Treasurer & Chief Financial Officer Clifton School Karin Seiler, Superintendent of Education Services Daniel McIntyre Collegiate Anne Pereira, Principal, Cecil Rhodes School Elmwood High School Adam Dyck, Vice-Principal, Cecil Rhodes School Isaac Brock School Nancy MacTavish, Principal, Clifton School Laura Secord School Joan Fransen, Vice-Principal, Daniel McIntyre College Lord Selkirk School Mike Babb, Principal, Elmwood High School Sargent Park School Christopher Torrance, Vice-Principal, Elmwood High School Tec Voc High School Jeannette Tourangeau, Vice-Principal, Elmwood High School Wolseley School Matt Couture, Principal, École George V School Chris Goring, Principal, Isaac Brock School Non-Voting/Resource Members: Amie Johnston, Principal, Lord Selkirk Community Support Worker, Lord Selkirk School Cree Crowchild, Principal, River Elm School Community Support Worker, Wellington School Melody Woloschuk, Principal, Sargent Park School Trevor McVicar, Vice-Principal, Sargent Park School Brian Rogowski, Principal, Wolseley School Regrets: Thérèse Deleurme, Recording Secretary, Board of Trustees Greenway School Principal Sparling School River Elm School Trustees: Trustee Cindy Murdoch Trustee Arlene Reid Trustee Jennifer Chen

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March 2, 2020 1 Inner City District Advisory Committee Report No. 1-2020

INNER CITY DISTRICT ADVISORY COMMITTEE REPORT NO. 1-2020

To the Chair and Members Winnipeg Public School Board: February 5, 2020

The Inner City District Advisory Committee reports as follows:

1. WSD 2020/2021 Draft Budget

The Secretary-Treasurer was in attendance to provide an overview of the 2020/2021 Draft Budget. The Committee was informed that on January 30, 2020, the Province of Manitoba announced funding for public education. The Committee was informed that the Manitoba government will increase funding for public schools by more than $6.6 million for the 2020/2021 school year. Committee members were informed that school divisions also raise revenue through local education property taxes. The Committee was informed that the Manitoba government is again requesting that school divisions limit increases to education property taxes to a maximum of two per cent for the 2020/2021 school year.

The Committee was informed that for the 2020/2021 school year, the Board is proposing a stand pat budget which maintains all programs and services in the WSD including those programs and services that are not mandated by the province such as nursery program, therapy services, off campus programs and resource officers.

2. Provincial K-12 Education Review

The Committee was informed that the Commission would be releasing the report to the Minister of Education and Training in February 2020. It is anticipated that the report would be publically released in March 2020, which will include recommendations on the key topic areas identified by the Province. School Boards would not have the ability to provide input on the recommendations and would be obligated to implement the recommendations within the timelines established by the Province. The report and recommendations will be shared with parents including next steps to be in compliance with the direction from the Minister of Education.

The Committee was informed that additional information on any submissions made to the Commission can be found on the Manitoba Commission on K-12 Education.

The Committee was informed that the Province of Manitoba had suggested that WSD delay the by-election to fill the trustee vacancies for wards 3 and 4. The Committee was informed that the Province did not provide clarification on the request to delay the by-election.

Respectfully Submitted,

YIJIE CHEN Trustee Representative Page 37 of 102

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IN ATTENDANCE:

Voting Representatives: Administration: Children of the Earth School Paul Kochan, Secretary-Treasurer & Chief Financial Officer David Livingstone School Rob Riel, Director Dufferin School Brad Corbett, Director Fort Rouge School Pat Mainville, Principal, Argyle Alternative High School General Wolfe School Chris Clarke, Acting Principal, Children of the Earth School Hugh John Macdonald School Tim Cox, Principal, David Livingstone School Mulvey School Lisa Richardson, Vice-Principal, David Livingstone School Sister MacNamara School Garth McAlpine, Principal, Dufferin School Strathcona School Melissa Asmundson, Vice-Principal, Dufferin School Victoria-Albert School Stacie Edgar, Principal, Fort Rouge School Wellington School Vinh Huynh, Principal, Gordon Bell High School William Whyte School Matthew Adkins, Principal, Hugh John Macdonald School Tasia Karagiannis Bell, Vice-Principal, Hugh John Macdonald School Peter Correia, Principal, Mulvey School Non-Voting/Resource Members Debbie Gould, Principal, Niji Mahkwa School Community Support Worker, Children of the Earth Marsha Missyabit, Vice-Principal, Niji Mahkwa School Community Support Worker, Dufferin School Joanne Sabourin, Vice-Principal, Norquay School Community Support Worker, Fort Rouge School Paul Krowiak, Principal, R.B. Russell High School Community Support Worker, King Edward School Debbie Lenhardt Mair, Principal, Sister MacNamara Community Support Worker, Mulvey School Brenda Langton, Principal, Wellington School Community Support Worker, R.B. Russell School Daniel Braga, Vice-Principal, William Whyte School Community Support Worker, Sister MacNamara Community Support Worker, Strathcona School Community Support Worker, William Whyte School Trustees: Community Member, Eagles Circle Trustee Yijie Chen Trustee Betty Edel Trustee Arlene Reid Regrets: Argyle Alternative High School King Edward School Machray School Niji Mahkwa School Norquay School Pinkham School

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March 2, 2020 1 South District Advisory Committee Report No. 1-2020

SOUTH DISTRICT ADVISORY COMMITTEE REPORT NO. 1-2020

To the Chair and Members Winnipeg Public School Board: February 11, 2020 The South District Advisory Committee reports as follows:

1. 2020/2021 Draft Budget

The Committee was informed that for the 2020/2021 school year, the Board is proposing a stand pat budget which maintains all programs and services in the WSD.

A Committee member expressed concern that the Spanish program and other language programs would be affected if there was a need to reduce the budget. The Committee was informed that many of the language programs are supported by the fact that WSD provides transportation allotted to these programs. The Committee was encouraged to communicate with their MLA or the Minister of Education regarding programs and services. The Committee was also informed that they can register as a delegate to speak at the board meeting on March 2, 2020.

The Committee was informed that the enrollment has decreased by approximately 350 students this year which has led to a reduction in provincial funding. The Committee was also informed that the province has announced a 15% reduction in administrative positions.

2. Provincial K-12 Education Review

The Committee was informed that additional information on the Provincial K-12 Education Review can be found on the Manitoba Commission on K-12 Education.

The Committee was informed that the Province of Manitoba had suggested that WSD delay the by-election to fill the trustee vacancies for wards 3 and 4 pending the results of the K-12 Review. The Committee was informed that the Province did not provide clarification on the request to delay the by-election.

Respectfully Submitted,

JAMIE DUMONT Trustee Representative Page 39 of 102

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IN ATTENDANCE

Voting Representatives: Administration: Earl Grey School Paul Kochan, Secretary-Treasurer & Chief Financial Officer Grant Park High School Celia Caetano-Gomes, Superintendent of Education Services École J.B. Mitchell School Julie Millar, Director of Student Services Kelvin High School Susan Christiuk, Principal, Carpathia School École LaVérendrye School Jamie Hutchison, Principal, Grant Park High School École River Heights School Graça Do Coto Moreira, Vice-Principal, École J.B. Mitchell School École Riverview School Maria Silva, Principal, Kelvin High School École Robert H. Smith School Ruth Schappert, Principal, École LaVérendrye School Rockwood School Wade Gregg, Principal, Queenston School Warren Nickerson, Vice-Principal, École Robert H. Smith School Kathy Ateah, Principal, Rockwood School Regrets: Mark Wasyliw, MLA, Fort Garry Constituency Carpathia School Thérèse Deleurme, Recording Secretary, Board of Trustees Grosvenor School Harrow School Montrose School Trustees: Queenston School Trustee Jamie Dumont Trustee Chris Broughton

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March 2, 2020 1 North District Advisory Committee Report No. 1-2020

NORTH DISTRICT ADVISORY COMMITTEE REPORT NO. 1-2020

To the Chair and Members Winnipeg Public School Board: February 18, 2020

The North District Advisory Committee reports as follows:

1. 2020/2021 Draft Budget

The Committee was informed that for the 2020/2021 school year, the Board is proposing a stand pat budget which maintains all programs and services in the WSD.

The Committee was informed that student enrollment has decreased by approximately 350 students this year.

2. Provincial K-12 Education Review

Respectfully Submitted,

BETTY EDEL Trustee Representative

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IN ATTENDANCE:

Voting Representatives: Administration: Andrew Mynarski School Paul Kochan, Secretary-Treasurer & Chief Financial Officer Inkster School Tony Marchione, Acting Director, Technology École Lansdowne School Amy Karlinsky, Vice-Principal, Andrew Mynarski School Lord Nelson School Angela Perez, Vice-Principal, Isaac Newton School Ralph Brown School Mercy Sackey, Vice-Principal, Lord Nelson School Robertson School Wendy Verbong, Principal, Ralph Brown School Shaughnessy Park School Jude Guzzi, Principal, Robertson School St. John’s School Dana Petrzelka, Vice-Principal, Robertson School École Stanley Knowles School Pat Graham, Principal, Shaughnessy Park School Steve Nikkel, Vice-Principal, Shaughnessy Park School Ainslie Loria, Vice-Principal, École Stanley Knowles School Non-Voting/Resource Members: Gisele Mospanchuk, Principal, Tyndall Park School Community Support Worker, Shaughnessy Park School Thérèse Deleurme, Recording Secretary, Board of Trustees W.A.N.T.E. Representative

Trustees: Regrets: Betty Edel Champlain School Linda Schatkowsky Faraday School Garden Grove School École Luxton School Meadows West School Sisler High School

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March 2, 2020 1 Student Advisory Committee Report No. 1-2020

STUDENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE REPORT NO. 1-2020

To the Chair and Members Winnipeg Public School Board: February 19, 2020 The Student Advisory Committee reports as follows:

1. 2020/2021 DRAFT BUDGET

The Committee received an overview of the 2020/2021 Draft Budget. The Committee was informed that on January 30, 2020, the Province of Manitoba announced funding for public education. The Committee was informed that the Manitoba government will increase funding for public schools by more than $6.6 million for the 2020/2021 school year. The Committee was informed that school divisions also raise revenue through local education property taxes. The Committee was were informed that the Manitoba government is again requesting that school divisions limit increases to education property taxes to a maximum of two per cent for the 2020/2021 school year.

The Committee was informed that the enrollment has decreased by approximately 350 students which has contributed to a reduction in provincial funding. The Committee was also informed that the province has announced a 15% reduction in administrative positions.

The Committee received an overview on the program and services not mandated by the province. In response to an enquiry, the Committee was informed that the Division offers a full day Kindergarten Program and also provides a half day of program for residents in the Division. The province only funds the half day Kindergarten program.

In response to a student enquiry, the Committee was informed that the special education programs, resources for people with disabilities and Educational Assistants will not be affected for the 2020/2021 school year since the Board is proposing a stand pat budget which maintains all programs and services in the WSD.

2. PROVINCIAL K-12 EDUCATION REVIEW

Committee members were informed that an update on the recommendations outlined in the report will be provided at the next meeting.

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3. NUTRITION IN SCHOOLS

At a meeting held November 20, 2019, the Committee agreed to discuss nutrition in schools.

The Committee was provided with Policy IGAEA – Nutrition which outlines the Division’s responsibility to promote and support nutrition in schools by ensuring that healthy food choices predominate in school cafeterias, breakfast and lunch programs, canteens, vending machines, snack programs, fundraising activities and school-wide events. The policy is in compliance with the Manitoba School Nutrition Handbook.

In response to an enquiry regarding vending machines in schools, Committee members were informed that the Division tenders vending machines in schools including the products available. Committee members suggested that plastic water bottles in schools also be reviewed and eliminated.

The Committee was informed that Sisler High School has a program “Ban the Bottle” and would like to have the vending machines removed from the school. The Committee was informed that some schools are fundraising to support the costs of water filling stations rather than fountains. The Committee was informed that sustainable development is part of the Division’s five-year plan which is also identified as one of the Strategic Priorities.

4. COMPOSTING IN SCHOOLS

At a previous meeting, the Committee agreed to discuss composting in schools.

The Committee was provided with a copy of Education for Sustainable Development Plan for 2019-2021. The Committee was informed that schools in the Division are moving towards composting. The Committee was informed that each school can determine how to compost and that the proper facility is needed to compost.

The Committee was informed that the WSD is one of the leaders in sustainability not only with composting but also with changing to different lightbulbs and changing water taps which leads to saving energy and money.

The Committee was informed that Grant Park High School has a well implemented composting program however the school is experiencing some difficulty in maintaining the program. The Committee was also informed that the compost is used by the horticulture program.

In response to a student enquiry, The Committee was informed that the Division supports climate change and climate action. The Committee was informed that parents are encouraged to contact the school to confirm student participation at a climate event.

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5. MUSIC/ARTS/HONOUR CHOIR

At the request of the Committee, the topic of music, arts and honour choir was added to the agenda for discussion.

A student representative expressed concern regarding the availability of volunteers to organize the honour choir. Committee members were informed that consideration will be given to providing additional opportunities next school year.

Respectfully Submitted,

JAMIE DUMONT Trustee Representative

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IN ATTENDANCE:

Student Representatives: Administration:

Collège Churchill Rob Riel, Director of Indigenous Education Churchill High School Thérèse Deleurme, Recording Secretary, Board of Trustees Gordon Bell High School Grant Park High School École Kelvin High School Trustee: R.B. Russell High School Trustee Arlene Reid Sisler High School

Regrets: Regrets: Trustee Jamie Dumont Argyle Alternative Daniel McIntyre Collegiate Institute Elmwood High School

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THE WINNIPEG SCHOOL DIVISION 1577 Wall Street East, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 2S5 Telephone: (204) 775-0231 Fax: 774-6211

BY-LAW NO. 1287

A By-law of the Board of Trustees of Winnipeg School Division for the purpose of borrowing the sum of TWENTY MILLION SEVEN HUNDRED THIRTEEN THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS ($20,713,200) and of issuing a Debenture and/or Promissory Note (hereinafter called the Security) therefore.

WHEREAS it is deemed necessary and expedient to raise by loan the sum of $20,713,200 on the credit of the said School Division for the purpose of payment for the projects as authorized on Schedule “B” attached.

THEREFORE, pursuant to the provisions of the Public Schools Act, the Board of Trustees of the Winnipeg School Division duly assembled, enact as follows:

1. That it shall be lawful for the said School Trustees to borrow the sum of $20,713,200 by the issue and sale of the Security of the said School Division as set out below.

2. "That the said Security shall be issued at Winnipeg MB and shall be dated the 31st day of March A.D. 2020 and shall be payable to the Minister of Finance, Winnipeg, Manitoba as follows:

The Security shall be so issued that the amount thereby borrowed shall be repayable in twenty (20) equalized consecutive annual instalments of $1,360,271.69 each, including principal and interest at the rate of 2.750% per annum, payable annually on the 31st day of March as per Schedule “A” attached."

3. That the first instalment shall be payable on the 31st day of March A.D. 2021

4. That the Security shall be signed by the Secretary-Treasurer and countersigned by one of the Trustees of the said School Division.

5. That provisions shall be made for the payment of the said Security and such provision shall form part of, and be included in, the annual statements of monies required for the purpose of the School Division.

GIVEN FIRST READING by the said Board of Trustees of the Winnipeg School Division, assembled at Winnipeg MB in the Province of Manitoba, this 2nd day of March A.D. 2020

Second Reading:

Third and Final Reading:

Chair

Secretary-Treasurer & Chief Financial Officer

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Winnipeg School Division

PROMISSORY NOTE #: LTPS0372

SCHEDULE - A TO BY-LAW NO. 1287

$20,713,200.00 - 2.7500% - 20 YEAR(S)

DATED: MARCH 31, 2020

PAYABLE: MARCH 31, 2021 - 2040 ANNUAL PAYMENT: $1,360,271.69

DEBT AMORTIZATION SCHEDULE

YEAR INTEREST PRINCIPAL BALANCE OWING

2021 $ 569,613.00 $ 790,658.69 $ 19,922,541.31 2022 547,869.89 812,401.80 19,110,139.51 2023 525,528.84 834,742.85 18,275,396.66 2024 502,573.41 857,698.28 17,417,698.38 2025 478,986.70 881,284.99 16,536,413.39 2026 454,751.37 905,520.32 15,630,893.07 2027 429,849.56 930,422.13 14,700,470.94 2028 404,262.95 956,008.74 13,744,462.20 2029 377,972.71 982,298.98 12,762,163.22 2030 350,959.49 1,009,312.20 11,752,851.02 2031 323,203.40 1,037,068.29 10,715,782.73 2032 294,684.02 1,065,587.67 9,650,195.06 2033 265,380.36 1,094,891.33 8,555,303.73 2034 235,270.85 1,125,000.84 7,430,302.89 2035 204,333.33 1,155,938.36 6,274,364.53 2036 172,545.02 1,187,726.67 5,086,637.86 2037 139,882.54 1,220,389.15 3,866,248.71 2038 106,321.84 1,253,949.85 2,612,298.86 2039 71,838.22 1,288,433.47 1,323,865.39 2040 36,406.30 1,323,865.39

6,492,233.80 20,713,200.00 SCHEDULE B WI

SCHEDULE OF PROJECTS FINANCED BY THE PROMISSORY NOTE

Winnipeg School Division

DATE March 31, 2020

PROMISSORY NOTE #: LTPS0372

BY-LAW NO. 1287

INTEREST RATE: 2.7500%

* Supportable Previously Project No. Location Description Maximum Support Current Promissory Note Expenditure Borrowed WI DMC AC 2017 1 Daniel McIntyre Collegiate IEntrance Renovation 150,158 146,658 150,000 (3,400) Page 48of102 WI DUF CF 2018 1 Dufferin School New Stand Alone Child Care Centre 2,187,132 1,292,316 911,600 380,700 WI DUF SY 2018 1 Dufferin School Chiller & Colling Tower Replacement 407,387 332,798 299,100 33,600 WI EAR SY 2019 1 Earl Grey School Steam Heating System Replacement 1,258,896 1,144,727 1,108,100 36,600 WI LAN RO 2019 1 École Lansdowne Roof Replacement 455,959 21,272 21,200 350,000 WI LAN SY 2017 1 École Lansdowne Air cooled condensing unit replacement 198,508 175,499 123,800 51,600 WI LAU MA 2014 1 Laura Secord School Gymnasium, Ancillary Space Addition and Grooming 5,309,729 5,289,481 5,247,600 41,800 WI LAU ST 2017 1 Laura Secord School Exterior Stone Entrance Rehabilitation 234,128 73,097 54,000 19,000 WI LND LA 2018 1 2700 King Edward Street Land for possible future High School 1,682,850 - - 1,682,800 WI RIE RO 2019 1 River Elm School Roof Replacement 468,935 392,822 139,700 253,100 WI SAR RO 2018 1 Sargent Park School Roof Replacement 694,404 566,890 535,500 31,300 WI SIS ST 2019 1 Sisler High School Building Envelope, Roofing Systems, Elevator and 8,984,659 3,673,855 2,464,200 4,700,000 WI WAT MA 2018 1 New school at Waterford Gree K-8 Dual Track School 27,885,144 14,089,291 25,832,600 13,000,000 WI KEL ST 2018 1 Ecole Secondaire Kelvin High North and South Entrance Glazing Wall Replacemen 282,600 172,635 36,500 136,100

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AGENDA INFORMATION ITEMS March 2, 2020 ______

THAT THE FOLLOWING AGENDA ITEMS BE RECEIVED AS INFORMATION:

1. Information Correspondence – IC04-20-IC05-20

(Note: A response from the Chair of the Board is provided to all letters that are addressed to the Board and received as information.)

IC04-20 From Paul Kochan, Secretary-Treasurer & Chief Financial Officer, The Winnipeg School Division

Re: Reporting to the Board in accordance with the Public Schools Act of Manitoba, the list of occupations, which involve the receipt of monies.

IC05-20 From Paulette Monita, Project Leader and Konrad Erickson, A/Executive Director, The Public Schools Finance Board.

Re: Land for Possible Future High School – 2700 King Edward Street – Project Support

Authorizing project support in the amount of $1,682,850.00; this project to be financed through long-term borrowing.

2. Superintendent’s Information Report No. 3-2020

I1 Adult Learning Centres – Technology, Equipment & PD Grants – 2019/2020 – Kaakiyow li moond Likol – Winnipeg Adult Education Centre Off-Campus

I2 Tender for Office Paper – Supply Offer

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March 2, 2020 Superintendent’s Information Report No. 3-2020

SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATION REPORT NO. 3-2020

To the Chair and Members Winnipeg School Board March 2, 2020

1. Adult Learning Centres – Technology, Equipment & PD Grants – 2019/2020 – Kaakiyow li moond Likol – Winnipeg Adult Education Centre Off-Campus

An application was submitted to Manitoba Education and Training, Adult Learning and Literacy for Technology, Equipment and Professional Development in the amount of $4,092.00 for the Kaakiyow li moond Likol ALC and $5,504.00 for the Winnipeg Adult Education Centre ALC Off-Campus.

The funding will be used to purchase computer equipment required for the Kaakiyow li moond Likol ALC and the Winnipeg Adult Education Centre ALC programs.

The Division has been advised that Manitoba Education and Training, Adult Learning and Literacy has approved funding in the amount of $4,000 to Kaakiyow li moond Likol ALC and $3,000 to the Winnipeg Adult Education Centre, ALC Off-Campus for the 2019/2020 year.

2. Tender for Office Paper – Supply Offer

Tenders were requested for the supply of office paper for various schools under the jurisdiction of The Winnipeg School Division and other Metropolitan School Divisions on an “as and when requested” basis from March 3, 2020 to December 31, 2020 with a two (2), one (1) year options for renewal by mutual agreement. One tender was received

A copy of the tabulation of bid is included for trustees only.

3. Recognition for Special Accomplishments

In accordance with Board Policy AGAB – Recognition for Special Accomplishments, the following funding has been approved by the Chief Superintendent and is provided for the information of the Board of Trustees.

a) Thirteen students (grades 9-12) from Gordon Bell High School have been selected to perform in Music Fest Canada, to be held in Calgary, Alberta, from May 20-22, 2020 to compete on the National stage.

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b) Jacob Mayer, a student from St. John’s High School, has been selected to represent Manitoba at an International Football Tournament through the Manitoba Selects Football Program. The selection process started in November 2019 and involved students from across Manitoba high schools who competed to make the Selects roster. The tournament will provide him with the opportunity to work with university coaches at the tournament to further develop his football and leadership skills. The tournament was held from February 13-23, 2020 in Corpus Christi, Texas.

Funding has been approved by the Chief Superintendent in the amount of $500.00 to assist with travel expenses and registration fees for one student.

c) The Winnipeg School Division has been advised that Daniel McIntyre Collegiate Institute, Lord Nelson and Sargent Park Schools were recognized by the Dairy Farmers of Manitoba for their tremendous contribution to the health and well-being of their students as demonstrated by having a milk program in their schools for 30 consecutive years.

The School Milk Program was established in Manitoba 36 years ago with the objective of giving students the opportunity to have fresh, cold milk at lunch while at school.

The Dairy Farmers of Manitoba encourages schools that serve milk to register with this organization. After registering for 15 or 30 consecutive years the school would receive a letter of recognition.

Letters of commendation will be sent to the students on behalf of the Board of Trustees in accordance with Policy AGAB – Recognition for Special Accomplishments.

Respectfully Submitted,

P.E. CLARKE Chief Superintendent

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THE WINNIPEG SCHOOL DIVISION

CENTRAL DISTRICT ADVISORY COMMITTEE

SUMMARY OF DISCUSSIONS – Tuesday, February 4, 2020

1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

The Committee members approved the Agenda of February 4, 2020, as distributed.

2. 2020/2021 DRAFT BUDGET

The Secretary-Treasurer was in attendance to provide an overview of the 2020/2021 Draft Budget. Committee members were informed that on January 30, 2020, the Province of Manitoba announced funding for public education. Committee members were informed that the Manitoba government will increase funding for public schools by more than $6.6 million for the 2020/2021 school year. Committee members were informed that school divisions also raise revenue through local education property taxes. Committee members were informed that the Manitoba government is again requesting that school divisions limit increases to education property taxes to two per cent for the 2020/2021 school year.

Committee members were informed that for the 2020/2021 school year, the Board is proposing a stand pat budget which maintains all programs and services in the WSD.

A Committee member expressed concern on the need for additional guidance counsellors as student needs continue to rise.

In response to an enquiry, Committee members were informed that the International Program is performing well and has created revenue for the Division. Committee members were informed that the Homestay Program recruits families and works with the Division to provide accommodation for students.

In response to an enquiry and concern on the energy efficiencies on transportation, Committee members were informed that WSD transportation costs are higher than any other school division. Committee members were also informed that the schools/buildings are part of the Power Smart Program.

In response to a parent enquiry regarding the full day kindergarten pilot project, Committee members were informed that the results of the 3-year pilot project will be referred to the Policy/Program Committee for review.

3. PROVINCIAL K-12 EDUCATION REVIEW

Committee members were informed that the Commission would be releasing the report to the Minister of Education and Training in February 2020. It is anticipated that the report would be publically released in March 2020, which will include recommendations on the key topic areas identified by the Province. School Boards would not have the ability to provide input on the recommendations and would be obligated to implement the recommendations within the timelines established by the Province. The report and recommendations will be shared with parents indicating the next steps to be in compliance with the direction from the Minister of Education.

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4. ENQUIRIES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS AND SCHOOL REPORTS

4.1 School Reports

Parent representatives from the following schools provided a written report (attached) on school activities:

● Daniel McIntyre Collegiate Institute ● Sargent Park School ● Wolseley School

Committee members were informed that the Manitoba Association of Parent Council is having a 2020 Fundraiser Gala on Saturday, February 22nd at the Canada Inns Destination Centre Windsor Park. Tickets are $20.00 per person. Contact the office for details at [email protected] or 204-956-1770.

5. FOR INFORMATION

5.1 Advisory Reports and Summaries of Discussions

Committee members were informed that at a meeting held December 16, 2019, the Board of Trustees received the Central District Advisory Committee Report and Summary of Discussions as information. The Summary of Discussions have been distributed to Committee members the week of December 16th.

Once reviewed by the Board, District Advisory Committee Reports and Summaries of Discussions are posted on the Division’s website under the Family and Community tab.

www.winnipegsd.ca/Parents/Parent%20Council/Pages/Default.aspx

6. NEXT MEETING DATE

The next Central District Advisory Committee meeting will be held on Thursday, April 30, 2020 at Lord Selkirk School.

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INNER CITY DISTRICT ADVISORY COMMITTEE

SUMMARY OF DISCUSSIONS – Wednesday, February 5, 2020

1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

The Committee members approved the Agenda of February 5, 2020, as distributed.

2. 2020/2021 DRAFT BUDGET

Committee members were informed that for the 2020/2021 school year, the Board is proposing a stand pat budget which maintains all programs and services in the WSD including those programs and services that are not mandated by the province such as nursery program, therapy services, off campus programs and resource officers.

3. PROVINCIAL K-12 EDUCATION REVIEW

Committee members were informed that the Commission would be releasing the report to the Minister of Education and Training in February 2020. It is anticipated that the report would be publically released in March 2020, which will include recommendations on the key topic areas identified by the Province. School Boards would not have the ability to provide input on the recommendations and would be obligated to implement the recommendations within the timelines established by the Province. The report and recommendations will be shared with parents including next steps to be in compliance with the direction from the Minister of Education.

Committee members were informed that additional information on any submissions made to the Commission can be found on the Manitoba Commission on K-12 Education.

Committee members were informed that the Province of Manitoba had suggested that WSD delay the by-election to fill the trustee vacancies for wards 3 and 4. Committee members were informed that the Province did not provide clarification on the request to delay the by-election.

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4. NEW BUSINESS

4.1 Advisory Council on Indigenous Education

In response to a parent enquiry, Committee members were informed that the members of the Board will receive an update from the Advisory Council on Indigenous Education to determine the next steps.

5. ENQUIRIES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS AND SCHOOL REPORTS

5.1 School Reports

Parent representatives from the following schools provided a written report (attached) on school activities:

● Children of the Earth High School ● Fort Rouge School ● Mulvey School ● Niji Mahkwa School ● Norquay School ● R.B. Russell Vocational High ● Sister MacNamara School ● Wellington School ● William Whyte Community School

6. FOR INFORMATION

6.1 Advisory Reports and Summaries of Discussions

Committee members were informed that at a meeting held December 2, 2019, the Board of Trustees received the Inner City District Advisory Committee Report and Summary of Discussions as information. The Summary of Discussions have been distributed to Committee members the week of December 9th.

Once reviewed by the Board, District Advisory Committee Reports and Summaries of Discussions are posted on the Division’s website under the Family and Community tab.

www.winnipegsd.ca/Parents/Parent%20Council/Pages/Default.aspx

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7. NEXT MEETING DATE

The next meeting of the Inner City District Advisory Committee will be held Wednesday, April 22, 2020 at William Whyte School.

IN ATTENDANCE:

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THE WINNIPEG SCHOOL DIVISION

SOUTH DISTRICT ADVISORY COMMITTEE

SUMMARY OF DISCUSSIONS – Tuesday, February 11, 2020

1. TREATY LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Committee members acknowledged that the meeting is being held on Treaty One Land and the Traditional Homeland of the Metis Nation.

2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

The Committee members approved the Agenda of February 11, 2020, as distributed.

3. 2020/2021 DRAFT BUDGET

Committee members were informed that for the 2020/2021 school year, the Board is proposing a stand pat budget which maintains all programs and services in the WSD.

A Committee member expressed concern that the Spanish program and other language programs would be affected if there was a need to reduce the budget. Committee members were informed that many of the language programs are supported by the fact that WSD provides transportation allotted to these programs. Committee members were encouraged to communicate with their MLA or the Minister of Education regarding programs and services. Committee members were also informed that they can register as a delegate to speak at the board meeting on March 2, 2020.

Committee members were informed that the enrollment has decreased by approximately 350 students this year which has led to a reduction in provincial funding. Committee members were also informed that the province has announced a 15% reduction in administrative positions.

In response to an enquiry, Committee members were informed all programs operating as a daycare are required to obtain a provincial license. Committee members were informed that this matter will be discussed further with WSD Administration.

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4. PROVINCIAL K-12 EDUCATION REVIEW

Committee members were informed that additional information on the Provincial K-12 Education Review can be found on the Manitoba Commission on K-12 Education.

Committee members were informed that the Province of Manitoba had suggested that WSD delay the by-election to fill the trustee vacancies for wards 3 and 4 pending results of the K-12 Review. Committee members were informed that the Province did not provide clarification on the request to delay the by-election.

In response to an enquiry regarding amalgamation, Committee members were informed that amalgamation does not necessarily translate into cost savings. Committee members were informed that school division amalgamation can be a costly process. Committee members were informed that in order for the government to achieve a cost saving, it is anticipated that a review of programs would be forthcoming. Committee members were informed that many of the unique or specialized programs that are currently being offered are funded through the property tax, rather than by the provincial government. Committee members were also informed that many of the diverse programs such as language programs in WSD may not be available and that community voices will be important to sustain these unique programs and services.

5. FOR INFORMATION

5.1 Advisory Reports and Summaries of Discussions

Committee members were informed that at a meeting held December 2, 2019, the Board of Trustees received the South District Advisory Committee Report and Summary of Discussions as information. The Summary of Discussions have been distributed to Committee members the week of December 9th.

Once reviewed by the Board, District Advisory Committee Reports and Summaries of Discussions are posted on the Division’s website under the Family and Community tab.

www.winnipegsd.ca/Parents/Parent%20Council/Pages/Default.aspx

6. NEXT MEETING DATE

The next South District Advisory Committee meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 28 2020 at Queenston School.

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THE WINNIPEG SCHOOL DIVISION

NORTH DISTRICT ADVISORY COMMITTEE

SUMMARY OF DISCUSSIONS – Tuesday, February 18, 2020

1. TREATY LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Committee members acknowledged that the meeting is being held on Treaty One Land and the Traditional Homeland of the Metis Nation.

2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

The Committee members approved the Agenda of February 18, 2020, as distributed.

3. 2020/2021 DRAFT BUDGET

Committee members were informed that for the 2020/2021 school year, the Board is proposing a stand pat budget which maintains all programs and services in the WSD.

Committee members were informed that student enrollment has decreased by approximately 350 students this year.

4. PROVINCIAL K-12 EDUCATION REVIEW

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5. ENQUIRIES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS AND SCHOOL REPORTS

5.1 School Reports

Parent representatives from the following schools provided a written report (attached) on school activities:

● Lord Nelson School ● Shaughnessy School

6. FOR INFORMATION

6.1 Advisory Reports and Summaries of Discussions

Committee members were informed that at a meeting held December 16, 2019, the Board of Trustees received the North District Advisory Committee Report and Summary of Discussions as information. The Summary of Discussions have been distributed to Committee members the week of December 16th.

Once reviewed by the Board, District Advisory Committee Reports and Summaries of Discussions are posted on the Division’s website under the Family and Community tab.

www.winnipegsd.ca/Parents/Parent%20Council/Pages/Default.aspx

7. NEXT MEETING DATE

The next North District Advisory Committee meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 5, 2020 at Shaughnessy School.

IN ATTENDANCE:

Regrets: Trustees: Champlain School Betty Edel Faraday School Linda Schatkowsky Garden Grove School École Luxton School Meadows West School Sisler High School

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THE WINNIPEG SCHOOL DIVISION

STUDENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE

SUMMARY OF DISCUSSIONS – Wednesday, February 19, 2020

1. TREATY LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Committee members acknowledged that the meeting is being held on Treaty One Land and the Traditional Homeland of the Metis Nation.

2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

The Committee members approved the Agenda of February 19, 2020, as distributed.

3. 2020/2021 DRAFT BUDGET

Committee members received an overview of the 2020/2021 Draft Budget. Committee members were informed that on January 30, 2020, the Province of Manitoba announced funding for public education. Committee members were informed that the Manitoba government will increase funding for public schools by more than $6.6 million for the 2020/2021 school year. Committee members were informed that school divisions also raise revenue through local education property taxes. Committee members were informed that the Manitoba government is again requesting that school divisions limit increases to education property taxes to a maximum of two per cent for the 2020/2021 school year.

Committee members were informed that the enrollment has decreased by approximately 350 students which has contributed to a reduction in provincial funding. Committee members were also informed that the province has announced a 15% reduction in administrative positions.

Committee members received an overview on the program and services not mandated by the province. In response to an enquiry, Committee members were informed that the Division offers a full day Kindergarten Program and also provides a half day of program for residents in the Division. The province only funds the half day Kindergarten program.

In response to a student enquiry, Committee members were informed that the special education programs, resources for people with disabilities and Educational Assistants will not be affected for the 2020/2021 school year since the Board is proposing a stand pat budget which maintains all programs and services in the WSD.

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4. PROVINCIAL K-12 EDUCATION REVIEW

Committee members were informed that an update on the recommendations outlined in the report will be provided at the next meeting.

5. NUTRITION IN SCHOOLS

At a meeting held November 20, 2019, Committee members agreed to discuss nutrition in schools.

Committee members were provided with Policy IGAEA – Nutrition which outlines the Division’s responsibility to promote and support nutrition in schools by ensuring that healthy food choices predominate in school cafeterias, breakfast and lunch programs, canteens, vending machines, snack programs, fundraising activities and school-wide events. The policy is in compliance with the Manitoba School Nutrition Handbook.

Committee members were informed that Sisler High School has a program “Ban the Bottle” and would like to have the vending machines removed from the school. Committee members were informed that some schools are fundraising to support the costs of water filling stations rather than fountains. Committee members were informed that sustainable development is part of the Division’s five-year plan which is also identified as one of the Strategic Priorities.

Committee members were informed that that there is some concern with cafeteria options being available for students who do not eat meat and dairy products. Committee members were encouraged to discuss with the school principal. Committee members also requested information on bake sales in schools. Committee members were informed that information will be provided at the next Student Advisory meeting.

6. COMPOSTING IN SCHOOLS

At a previous meeting, Committee members agreed to discuss composting in schools.

Committee members were provided with a copy of Education for Sustainable Development Plan for 2019-2021. Committee members were informed that schools in the Division are moving towards composting. Committee members were informed that each school can determine how to compost and that the proper facility is needed to compost. Page 97 of 102

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Committee members were informed that the WSD is one of the leaders in sustainability not only with composting but also with changing to different lightbulbs and changing water taps which leads to saving energy and money.

Committee members were informed that Grant Park High School has a well implemented composting program however the school is experiencing some difficulty in maintaining the program. Committee members were also informed that the compost is used by the horticulture program.

In response to a student enquiry, Committee members were informed that the Division supports climate change and climate action. Committee members were informed that parents are encouraged to contact the school to confirm student participation at a climate event.

7. MUSIC/ARTS/HONOUR CHOIR

At the request of Committee members, the topic of music, arts and honour choir was added to the agenda for discussion.

8. FOR INFORMATION

8.1 Advisory Reports and Summaries of Discussions

Committee members were informed that at a meeting held December 16, 2019, the Board of Trustees received the Student Advisory Committee Report and Summary of Discussions as information. The Summary of Discussions have been distributed to Committee members the week of December 16th.

Once reviewed by the Board, District Advisory Committee Reports and Summaries of Discussions are posted on the Division’s website under the Family and Community tab.

www.winnipegsd.ca/Parents/Parent%20Council/Pages/Default.aspx

9. NEXT MEETING DATE

The next meeting of the Student Advisory Committee will be held Wednesday, May 6, 2020.

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IN ATTENDANCE:

Student Representatives: Administration:

Collège Churchill Rob Riel, Director of Indigenous Education Churchill High School Thérèse Deleurme, Recording Secretary, Board of Trustees Gordon Bell High School Grant Park High School École Kelvin High School Trustees: R.B. Russell High School Trustee Arlene Reid Sisler High School

Regrets: Regrets: Trustee Jamie Dumont Argyle Alternative Daniel McIntyre Collegiate Institute Elmwood High School

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THE WINNIPEG SCHOOL DIVISION

FRENCH IMMERSION ADVISORY COMMITTEE

SUMMARY OF DISCUSSIONS – Thursday, February 20, 2020

1. TREATY LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Committee members acknowledged that the meeting is being held on Treaty One Land and the Traditional Homeland of the Metis Nation.

2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

The Committee members approved the Agenda of February 20, 2020, as distributed.

3. 2020/2021 DRAFT BUDGET

Committee members were informed that for the 2020/2021 school year, the Board is proposing a stand pat budget which maintains all programs and services in the WSD.

In response to an enquiry regarding the provincial announcement, Committee members were informed that the Division has not received clarification on the province’s 15% administration reduction. Committee members were informed that funding would be reallocated to programs and services. Committee members were informed that an update will be provided at a future meeting.

In response to a concern regarding the funding gap for the French language programs, Committee members were informed that WSD offers dual track and milieu schools. Committee members were informed that additional information regarding the costs will be provided at the next meeting.

Committee members were informed that they can register as a delegate to speak at the Board meeting on March 2, 2020 by registering no later than noon on Thursday, February 27.

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4. PROVINCIAL K-12 EDUCATION REVIEW

5. BUILD FROM WITHIN

The Director of Indigenous Education was in attendance to provide an overview of the Build from Within Program. Committee members were informed that the Build From Within program is in partnership with the Faculty of Education at University of Winnipeg, and Indspire Canada and other service providers to develop a path for Indigenous High School Students to become teachers.

The primary goal of Build From Within is to recognize and build on Indigenous students’ unique strengths and experiences to create competent and motivated teachers who are passionate about their work and want to contribute back as teachers.

Committee members were informed that the many students are provided with bursaries, scholarships, which helps support some of the barriers. Committee members were informed that the program has two cohorts with approximately 60 students registered in the program. Committee members were also informed that the Build from Within Program is a seven-year program which costs approximately seven million dollars.

Committee members were informed that the program has had great results and the model would potentially work in helping to recruit French Immersion teachers.

6. RECRUITMENT

Committee members were informed that two teams of principals have gone Sudbury and Ottawa to recruitment fairs; this practice has been taking place for a few years. Committee members were informed that last year, recruitment became more competitive as other western provinces were also recruiting and providing incentives such as relocation funding. Committee members were informed that WSD is also looking at providing some incentives to stay competitive. Committee members were also informed that WSD has also been active at local recruitment fairs.

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7. LANGUAGE COURSES

Committee members were informed that WSD in partnership with Université de St. Boniface is offering two language courses, one for teachers of French and the other for French Immersion teachers. Committee members were informed that WSD hopes to offer two more courses in the Fall. Committee members were also informed that a mini-fit course is being advertised for the spring session (French Immersion for teachers).

In response to an enquiry regarding the former French Immersion Program offered at École Churchill, Committee members were informed that information will be provided at the next meeting.

Committee members suggested that a strategic plan be developed for French Immersion Program. The strategic plan will be added to the agenda for future discussion.

8. FUNDING

Committee members were informed that WSD and individual schools apply on an annual basis for Revitalization Grants from the Province. Committee members were informed that WSD’s proposals have been approved and many schools will receive these funds for different activities. Committee members were also informed that WSD provides funding for schools to apply for activities that promote French language and culture programming in all schools.

9. IB PROGRAMMING

Committee members were informed that the administration is researching the different aspects to determine why students transfer out of French Immersion program to the International Baccalaureate (IB) and AP programs. Committee members were informed that preliminary research does not indicate that other school divisions in Winnipeg are offering the IB programme. Committee members were informed that this could be due to the cost in training teachers or the limited demand from students. Committee members were informed that the IB programme is a comprehensive and rigorous program of studies that prepares students for examinations administered worldwide in May. Committee members were informed that in Manitoba, IB French Immersion Diploma Program is currently offered at Collège Louis-Riel. Committee members were informed that language acquisition courses are offered in the Kelvin IB Diploma Program.

In response to an enquiry, Committee members were informed that the motion presented to the Board on December 2, 2019 regarding French Immersion Program has been referred to the Policy/Program Committee.

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4. FOR INFORMATION

4.1 Advisory Reports and Summaries of Discussions

Committee members were informed that at a meeting held December 16, 2019, the Board of Trustees received the French Immersion Advisory Committee Report and Summary of Discussions as information. The Summary of Discussions have been distributed to Committee members the week of December 16th.

Once reviewed by the Board, District Advisory Committee Reports and Summaries of Discussions are posted on the Division’s website under the Family and Community tab.

www.winnipegsd.ca/Parents/Parent%20Council/Pages/Default.aspx

5. NEXT MEETING DATE

The next French Immersion Advisory Committee meeting will be held on Thursday, May 7, 2020.

IN ATTENDANCE:

Voting Representatives: Administration: Collège Churchill Rob Riel, Director of Indigenous Education École J.B. Mitchell Joy Perrott, Principal, Collège Churchill École Lansdowne Graça Do Coto Moreira, Vice-Principal, École J.B. Mitchell École Laura Secord Andrea Powell, Principal, École Robert H. Smith École River Heights Thérèse Deleurme, Recording Secretary, Board of Trustees École Riverview École Sir William Osler Trustees: Jamie Dumont Regrets: Linda Schatkowsky École Garden Grove École secondaire Kelvin High École LaVérendrye École Robert H. Smith École Sacré Coeur École Stanley Knowles École Victoria-Albert