The McGuinty government is proposing amendments to the Education Act that would make student achievement the number one priority for all school boards.

The Education Act, as it now reads, outlines a long list of requirements and responsibilities — everything from putting up fences to buying milk. However, the most important goal for Ontario parents — improving student achievement — is never mentioned.

The proposed Student Achievement and School Board Governance Act would clarify what is expected from school boards, trustees, board chairs and directors of education. It would also promote sound financial management by establishing audit committees and creating a provincial code of conduct for trustees.

The legislation addresses many of the recommendations made by the Governance Review Committee in its recently released report.

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Backgrounder: School Board Governance In Ontario

Backgrounder: Support For School Board Governance Legislation