Parents/Guardians and community members are invited to self-nominate for the community representative positions to the Special Education Advisory Committee.

To qualify as a representative, a person must:

• be a Canadian citizen;
• be the full age of eighteen years;
• be a resident within the jurisdiction of the Board;
• be a public school elector; and
• not be employed by the è��AV in any capacity

The term of office will coincide with the term of office (4 years) for Board Trustees with the current term ending November 30, 2022. Regular monthly meetings are held the third Wednesday of each month from September to June, and take place from 6:00 – 8:00 pm.

SEAC is an advisory committee that advocates to the Board for students with unique needs and abilities.
SEAC members value and promote:

• Nurturing the individual child’s unique potential; and
• Allowing full development of each child’s innate personal integrity, love of learning, and creativity.

Members of SEAC share a desire for special education and speak with a common voice for the good of all students at Lakehead Public Schools.

If you are interested in becoming a member of SEAC, please contacting Robin Orr at (807) 625-5126 or on our website at Lakehead Public Schools – SEAC to obtain a nomination form.

Completed nomination forms can be submitted to:

SEAC Nominations
Lakehead Public Schools
Attention: Robin Orr
Jim McCuaig Education Centre
2135 Sills Street Thunder Bay ON P7E 5T2

or by Email to:

robin_orr@lakeheadschools.ca

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The è��AV has recognized the importance of working with the Aboriginal community by establishing the Aboriginal Education Advisory Committee (AEAC) in November 2004. The Committee is comprised of six Aboriginal parents/guardians, an Aboriginal youth, Aboriginal agencies, a Trustee, an Elder and internal Lakehead Public Schools staff. It should be included that representation from both teacher’s unions are on the committee (LETO and OSSTF).

MISSION STATEMENT: “Connecting for Success”

The mandate of the Aboriginal Education Advisory Committee (AEAC) is to advise the Board on matters relating to the education of Aboriginal students.

The mandate also includes:

• Increasing the cultural awareness of all Board Trustees and personnel through professional development and/or other related activities.
• Expanding the awareness of effective programs for the educational needs of Aboriginal students.
• Facilitating initiatives for all Aboriginal students.
• Providing advice on initiatives including, but not limited to, student programs, Aboriginal studies, student retention and alternative education programs.
• Developing and enhancing partnerships with community based agencies that support Aboriginal students and their families.
• Responding to the Board on requests for advice and recommendations on matters that the Board may direct to the committee.
• Advocating both provincially and locally for specific needs of Aboriginal students.
• Identifying community issues that impact education.
• Responding to other initiatives as they arise.

New Aboriginal education initiatives and projects are shared with this group for consultation and feedback. In addition, the group provides advice on the Board’s direction in terms of Aboriginal Education and provides input to the Board’s budget process.

The Aboriginal Education Advisory Committee (AEAC) meetings are held from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm on the following dates:

• Thursday, Sep. 17, 2020
• Thursday, Nov. 12, 2020
• Thursday, Dec. 10, 2010
• Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021
• Thursday, March 25, 2021
• Thursday, May 13, 2021
• Thursday, June 10, 2021

Location: Board Room, Education Centre, 2135 Sills Street

Minutes from previous AEAC Meetings

APPLICATION FORMS

• Aboriginal Parent/Guardian Application form
• Agency Membership Application Form

MEMBERS

Current AEAC members:

CO-CHAIRS:
ESSEX, Serena
GUTHRIE, Anika

MEMBERS:
BEARDY, Kathy
CRISTOFARO, Keli
CROMARTY, Elliot
ESSEX, Serena
ESSEX, Keira
FONTAINE, Pauline
GUTHRIE, Anika
KAKEGAMIC, Anna Fern
KANUTSKI, Sharon
KING-ZEWIEC, Cheryl
MARSHALL, Leanna
MARTIN, Gerry (Elder)
METATAWABIN, Skylene
SAQUTCHEWAY, Ardelle
WANAKAMIK, Yolanda

ALTERNATES:
CHAMBERS, Chair Ellen
DOUGHTY-SMITH, Trustee Sue
JUNG, Dinah
KAMINAWASH, Emma
SITCH, Trustee Ryan
SUTHERLAND, Sophie
TOOKENAY, Renee (Knowledge Keeper)

RESOURCE:
COLLINS, Brittany
EBRAHIM, Mahajabeen
FLASZA, Donna
FREDRICKSON, Eric
JUDGE, Mike
KEENE, AJ
NURMELA, Ashley
SACEVICH, Nick
SGAMBELLURI, Jasmine
VAN ELBURG, Fred

Contact:

Anika Guthrie,
Indigenous Education Lead
807-625-5102
anika_guthrie@lakeheadschools.ca

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“Greater Equity Means Greater Student Success”

Ontario’s diversity is one of its greatest assets. It is the Ministry of Education’s responsibility to respect and value the full range of differences we find in our students, staff, and the entire community. We know that to create safe, inclusive and engaging learning environments within our publicly funded education system, we must be committed to equity and inclusion for all students. (Ministry of Education)

At �AV (LDSB), we are committed to the success of every student. LDSB aims to foster caring, safe, inclusive and engaging learning environments that support the well-being and success of diverse students and staff.

Purpose

This Committee exists to provide advice and guidance to the Superintendent of Education on matters of Equity and Inclusive Education at Lakehead Public Schools (LPS).

Lakehead Public School District School Board is committed to advancing equitable and inclusive education by:

• • promoting learning and working environments where diverse students, staff, parents/guardians/community partners feel safe, welcome and respected; and
  • monitoring the success of diverse students and staff.

Scope

This Committee advises on equity and inclusive education in the areas of:

• • deepening awareness and understanding of equity and inclusion;
  • identifying current equity issues that adversely affect students, staff, parents/guardians/community partners; and
  • information sharing about equity and inclusive climate at schools and Board.

Authority

The authority of this committee comes from the Superintendent of Education or designate.

Members

Chair, Superintendent of Education or designate
Principal
Teacher and ETFO representative
OSSTF and SSP representative
FNMI Resource Teacher
Mental Health Lead
Human Rights and Equity Advisor
AEAC representative
SEAC representative
PIC Representative
Trustee
Student Trustee
Student Success Lead
Indigenous Student Trustee
FNMI Community Liaison Officer
Manager, Human Resources

Meetings

Meetings will occur at least three times during every school year.

Budget

Any funds required to support this committee will determined by, and at the discretion of the Superintendent of Education overseeing the committee.

Deliverables

Foster inclusion and equity across the LPS system to benefit students and staff.

Review

Committee Terms of Reference will be reviewed every three years or as needed.

Contacts

Michelle Probizanski,
Superintendent
Chair – Equity and Inclusive Education Advisory Committee
Phone:(807) 625-5100
michelle_probizanski@lakeheadschools.ca

RELATED DOCUMENTS

• Access Thunder Bay
• Days of Significance Calendar
• Major Holy Days Calendar
• Holy Days and Days of Significance Overview
• Meeting Minutes

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The purpose of the Committee is to support, encourage and enhance parent engagement at the Board level in order to improve student achievement and well being. Reg. 330/10 Sec. 27(1)

Members of the Parent Involvement Committee – November 15, 2020 to November 14, 2021

For more information:

Please contact Judy Hill via e-mail at jhill@lakeheadschools.ca.

Available Positions

�AV continues to seek applications from interested public school supporters to serve in the following positions on its Parent Involvement Committee:

• One Parent Member
• Two Alternate Parent Members
• Four School Council Representatives
• Four Alternate School Council Representatives

The purpose of the Parent Involvement Committee is to support, encourage and enhance parent engagement at the Board level in order to improve student achievement and well being. Reg. 330/10 Sec. 27(1)

The Committee achieves this by:

• providing information and advice on parent engagement to è��AV;
• communicating with and supporting è��AV School Councils and associated network meetings;
• undertaking activities to help parents support their children’s learning at home and at school through system level initiatives;
• providing parent representation to other è��AV committees; and
• supporting positive relationships at school and Board level to enhance student success.

The positions are effective from November 15, 2021 to November 14, 2022. The Parent Involvement Committee meets a minimum of four times per year.

Links to the By-Laws and application forms are provided below.

Applications should be addressed to:

Ian MacRae, Director of Education
�AV
2135 Sills Street
Thunder Bay, ON P7E 5T2

For additional information, please contact Judy Hill, Executive Assistant, at 625-5131 or via email at jhill@lakeheadschools.ca.

Related Documents

• Meeting Agendas/Minutes
• PIC By-Laws
• PIC Parent Application Form
• PIC Community Representative Application Form

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Our Vision Statement

SEAC members value and promote:

Nurturing the individual child’s unique potential; and
Allowing full development of each child’s innate personal integrity, love of learning, and creativity.

The Committee meets monthly to discuss and make recommendations to the Board in respect of matters affecting the establishment, development and delivery of special education programs and services for exceptional pupils. In addition, the committee participates in the annual review of the special education plan, takes part in the annual budget process and reviews financial statements that relate to Special Education. SEAC also provides information and advocacy for parents as requested.

Learn more about SEAC’s Advocacy Role and Advocacy Information for Families from the links at the bottom of this page.

Committee Members

December 1, 2018 to November 30, 2021

SEAC Meeting Schedule

�AV and the Special Education Advisory Committee welcome all parents and the public to SEAC meetings. The Committee meets in the Board Room, Education Centre, 2135 Sills Street, Thunder Bay, at 6:00 p.m. on the following dates. All meetings are held on Wednesdays, unless otherwise noted.

• September 16, 2020
• October 21, 2020
• November 18, 2020
• December 16, 2020
• January 20, 2021
• February 17, 2021
• March 10 or 24, 2021
• April 21, 2021
• May 19, 2021
• June 16, 2021

Meeting Agendas & Minutes:

The agenda and minutes will be published as they become available. Please use the links below to access meeting agendas and minutes:

• 2010-2011 Meeting Minutes
• 2011-2012 Meeting Minutes
• 2012-2013 Meeting Minutes
• 2013-2014 Meeting Minutes
• 2014-2015 Meeting Minutes
• 2015-2016 Meeting Minutes
• 2016-2017 Meeting Minutes
• 2017-2018 Meeting Minutes
• 2018-2019 Meeting Minutes
• 2019-2020 Meeting Minutes
• 2020-2021 Meeting Minutes

Delegation Process:

• Delegations to the SEAC

For more information about SEAC:

Please contact the �AV at (807) 625-5126.

• Christine Jones, Executive Secretary

SEAC Advocacy:

• SEAC Advocacy Memo
• SEAC Advocacy Role
• Advocacy Information for Families

Recruitment:

• SEAC Member Recruitment
• SEAC Nomination Form – Representative
• SEAC Nomination Form – Alternate Representative
• SEAC Community Representative Role and Application

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