The document discusses a school district governance policy regarding possible school closures. It outlines factors the board must consider like educational programs, safety, finances, and demographic changes. It describes community meetings held to engage the public on closures being contemplated for four elementary schools. A 31-member committee with representatives from each school and community stakeholders was formed. The committee recommended leaving one school (West Sechelt) as-is but combining the other three schools into a new single facility, and also pursuing a "Neighbourhoods of Learning" option. Maps show the different school catchment area options considered.
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Engaging The Community
1. School District No. 46 (Sunshine Coast) A COMMUNITY ENGAGED IN THE PURSUIT OF LIFELONG LEARNING AND EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE ENGAGING THE COMMUNITY/POSSIBLE SCHOOL CLOSURES December 1, 2009
2. School District No. 46 (Sunshine Coast)GOVERNANCE POLICY 2.8 SCHOOL CLOSURES The Board of School Trustees of School District No. 46 (Sunshine Coast) believes in the educational value of neighbourhood schools. The Board needs to give continuing attention to: 2.8.1 Educational program effectiveness. 2.8.2 Factors involving student safety and building modernization needs. 2.8.3 Financial limitations of the school district. 2.8.4 Operational deficiencies. 2.8.5 Demographic changes within School District No. 46. 2.8.6 The integrity of each student’s educational program. When school closure or consolidation is contemplated, the Board shall ensure that adequate advance notice and opportunities for community consultation are provided.
