Catholic Values in Ontario Schools
"Catholic education and values taught in your schools are key to shaping the character and future of our great province," said Ontario's Minister of Education, Laurel Broten, to delegates at OCSTA's annual Catholic Trustees' Professional Development Seminar held recently in Toronto.
Minister Broten was unable to attend this year's Seminar, however, she did prepare a video recorded message tailored specifically to the interests and concerns of Ontario's Catholic school trustees. Please click
here to view.
The Minister's Message
Among the comments shared by the Minister were the following key statements for Catholic school boards:
"We are so fortunate in Ontario to have a diverse, publicly funded system. The interplay of English, French, and Catholic is not only what makes us special, it is also what makes us so successful."
"Across the province Catholic schools are known for engaging students and parents, building strong schools communities and getting results when it comes to student success....
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AGM & Conference Deadlines
The 2012 OCSTA Annual General Meeting and Program will be held in Kingston, Ontario from April 26-29, 2012 at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel (285 King St. East). Registration can be processed online by clicking
here.
Program Highlights:
Rev. James T. Mulligan, Author - "Walking in the Light of Christ"
Bishop Douglas Crosbie, Archdiocese of Hamilton - "The Past and Future of Catholic Education"
Module 5, Trustee Professional Development Program - " Performance Review, Director of Education & Board Self-Assessment
Module 12, Trustee Professional Development Program - "Running Effective Meetings"
The Poverty Challenge: Addressing Local Poverty Issues Through Experiential Learning