December 5, 2015 by admin

Leaked report calls for major changes to TDSB; warns board could be broken up

Toronto : A new report is calling for serious changes at the Toronto District School Board, going so far as to suggest that dismantling the board may ultimately be required.
The report, produced by a panel led by former Toronto mayor Barbara Hall, refers to a ‘culture of fear’ cultivated by senior staff, elected chairs and directors.
Among the report’s 20 recommendations is a call for a supervisor to work with trustees and staff to make improvements.

The report recommends the board be given a year implement changes or be broken up into two or more smaller boards.
The report – which was submitted to the province in August – was mistakenly posted on the Ministry of Education website Friday.
The province’s education minister said she would be providing more information on what will happen next ‘in the coming days.’
“By working together with the TDSB, we will be able to improve governance at the board, and ensure that everyone is focused on student achievement and well-being,” Liz Sandals said in a statement.
In a statement provided to CP24 Friday, the chair of the TDSB accused the report of being ‘stuck in the past.’
“While there is always room for improvement, there have been many positive changes at the TDSB with more to come,” Robin Pilkey said.
“With regards to the suggestion that we break the board up – that would be a costly step backward with little benefit to students.‎”