The Halton Catholic school trustees recently endorsed a policy that recommended a new group to discuss all forms of discrimination in schools. This policy was developed after the board received international criticism regarding its policy that ban gay-straight student groups.
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Does Halton Catholic Board ‘inclusive group’ endorsement go far enough
February 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Halton Catholic School reconsiders gay-straight club ban
January 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The Halton District School Board has now agreed to reconsider its policy banning gay-straight student clubs after a firestorm of protests hit the Internet and other media outlets internationally. [Read more...]
Halton Catholic School Board – are they discriminating
January 11, 2011 By 3 Comments
Once again decisions made in Halton regarding education are hitting the national media. Good to see the media is keeping our elected trustees accountable for their decisions, biases and recommendations. This time, it is the Halton Catholic School Board under the radar after discriminating decisions were passed and outrageous statements made (later recanted) by the board chairperson.
So you may be asking what is the latest uproar about. It is the issue being voted on to not allow gay-straight alliance groups. The Halton District Catholic School Board’s ban on the gay rights groups was added to the board’s Equity and Inclusive Education policy during one of the final meetings before a newly elected board took over.
Let me mention that the media coverage on this is hitting all media (newspapers, internet and radio). This coverage is not (by the way) just Canadian. Apparently even US media are voicing their disgust. No one likes discrimination especially when tax dollars are funding the system. [Read more...]
Pathways comes to Abbey Park High School
November 4, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Another Pathways Planning Information evening is taking place at Abbey Park High School this evening (Thursday, November 4th). Pathway sessions allow parents and students to explore opportunities that high schools have to offer in Halton.
The Halton District School Board believes that the needs of students are changing and that looking into the various programs offered by the board can help students succeed in their chosen pathway after high school, whether they are pursuing apprenticeship, college, university or the workplace. Find out more information about new and innovative programs and how to plan for them in your child’s senior years of high school.
Tonight session starts at 6:30 pm. Additional sessions take place as follows:
Thursday, November 4 at Abbey Park High School, Oakville
Tuesday, November 30 at Robert Bateman High School, Burlington
Thursday, December 2 at Acton District High School, Acton
Come out and get more information on how your child can better prepare themselves for a rapidly changing world, at the same time as receiving a relevant, engaging and active education that meets their individual interests and needs.
These programs include:
- new Specialist High Skills Major programs
- Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Programs
- Specialty School to Career programs
- expanded Cooperative Education programs
- Dual Credit college programs and more.
Catholic Board Can’t Meet Cuts
February 7, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Although the Province has asked boards to cut costs, Halton’s Catholic school board is having a hard time meeting this since 85% of its $250 million operating budge this year is dedicated to salaries and benefits. This board already committed to a 3% wage hike so there are not a lot of places to find the money. [Read more...]
Pathways Information Evenings
January 8, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Upcoming Halton’s Pathways Planning Information Evenings allow parents and students to explore all of the opportunities high schools have to offer in Halton. [Read more...]
Halton Catholic Board Picks Full-Day Kindergarten Schools
December 7, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Halton Catholic School Board has selected the schools housing full day kindergarten. With the introduction of full-day kindergarten by the Province, both the Catholic School board and Public School board have been asked to provide a list of schools. [Read more...]
New Educational Policies may be an Issue with Catholic School Boards
November 30, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Ontario school boards are required to have policies ensuring a positive school environment for all races, religions and sexual preference starting in February 2010. [Read more...]
Full-day Kindergarten Coming to Halton
November 30, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Halton will be getting full-time daycare in some of its schools starting in September. Both the Halton District School Board and the Halton Catholic School Board are among the first school board’s in the province to offer it.
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Work Continues at Loyola
November 17, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Following the ruling that additional lighting requires a site plan, work is continuing at St. Ignatius of Loyola. The $1.7 million projects includes replacing the 6-lane track with 8-lanes, grass turf replaced with all-weather artificial turf, adding field logos, and general clean up.
