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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...]

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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.

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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...]

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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...]

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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...]

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