Review Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 2/13/2024 - 7:00 PM
Category: Information
Type: Action
Subject: 6.3 Communication of Board Statements/Motions
Student Achievement Plan:
Policy:
Enclosure
File Attachment:
Summary: 1. The Board of Education formally recognizes and respects the rights of parents and guardians to impart family discussion, religious beliefs and cultural philosophies to their children, acknowledging the primary role of families in providing such guidance. 2. The Board of Education recognize its responsibilities to adhere to broad legislation, human rights standards, and relevant case law in implementing and supporting sexual orientation and gender identity and inclusivity within our schools and educational settings. 3. The Board of Education formally recognize both the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and British Columbia Human Rights Code in its actions and decisions. This will guide the Board’s policies and practices to ensure they align with the principles and guidelines set forth in these documents, fostering an environment that benefits all employees and students, promoting fairness, safety, equity and excellence in our educational system.
Funding:
Recommendation: Received and approved as part of Consent Items.
Approvals:
Recommended By:
Signed By:
Tracy Orobko - Executive Assistant
Signed By:
Ray Velestuk - Secretary-Treasurer
Vote Results:

Original Motion
Member Korky Neufeld Moved, Member Preet Rai seconded to approve the Original motion 'Received and approved as part of Consent Items.'. Upon a Roll-Call Vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 6 Nay: 1.
The motion Carried 6 - 1
   
Shirley Wilson     Yes
Preet Rai     Yes
Stan Petersen     Yes
Korky Neufeld     Yes
Mike Rauch     Yes
Jared White     No
Rupi Kanda-Rajwan     Yes