At the Nov. 5, 2024 Board meeting, Trustees of the Halton District School Board approved the 2024-2028 Multi-Year Strategic Plan (MYSP) to set direction and prioritize the collective actions of all students, staff, families and community members over the next four years. Serving as a roadmap, this plan will inform the Board's decisions and allocation of resources to create an environment where students and staff thrive.
Thorough public consultation that began in spring and continued into fall played a critical role in developing the 2024-2028 MYSP, as the input received provided further insight into the interests of the broader HDSB community. Trustees and staff collaborated closely throughout the development process to ensure the plan reflects the shared priorities voiced by the HDSB community.
The 2024-2028 MYSP builds on the achievements of the 2020-2024 plan and adds a sixth commitment to emphasize the growing importance of kindness, connection and community within our schools and organization. This new commitment reflects the Board's dedication to creating inclusive and welcoming learning environments where all students and staff feel a sense of belonging. The six commitments outlined in the plan are:
- Learning, Engagement and Achievement
- Kindness, Connection and Community
- Indigenous Rights and Education
- Human Rights, Equity and Inclusion
- Mental Health and Well-Being
- Environmental and Global Citizenship
Further information to engage and inform the community about each commitment will be shared as the 2024-2028 MYSP is rolled out.
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"The 2024-2028 MYSP brings together the voices of students, staff, families and community members in a cohesive plan that will guide our work throughout the next four years," says Amy Collard, Chair of the Halton District School Board. "The plan reflects our collective commitment to supporting students' academic success, well-being and growth. A heartfelt thank you goes to everyone who contributed to this process; your input has been integral in shaping a plan that will have a lasting, positive impact on the HDSB community.
"This plan is designed to support and meet the needs of more than 67,000 students and 11,000 staff. I am truly excited to see how it comes to life in classrooms, driven by the efforts of students and educators, and in the community, with the support of families and the broader HDSB community," says Curtis Ennis, Director of Education for the Halton District School Board. "This plan highlights the importance of creating kind, welcoming spaces where students can thrive and achieve academic excellence."
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