HDSB Board of Trustees: top row — Carole Baxter, Xin Yi Zhang, Robbie Brydon, Jeanne Gray, Director of Education Curtis Ennis; middle row — Associate Director Tina Salmini, Kelly Amos, Margo Shuttleworth, Tanya Rocha, Donna Danielli, Naveed Ahmed; front row — Kaitlyn Hou, Joanna Oliver, Amy Collard, Charlie Ochu.

Nov. 20, 2024 — Halton District School Board

At the Halton District School Board meeting last night (Tuesday, Nov. 19), trustees elected the chair and vice-chair of the board for the upcoming year. This is an annual process with the 11 HDSB trustees choosing from amongst their colleagues for these roles.

Amy Collard was acclaimed as chair and Joanna Oliver as vice-chair for the 2024-2025 school year.

“Everything I do as a trustee, and especially as chair, comes from my very deeply rooted belief that what we do matters,” Chair Collard told fellow trustees last night. “We should always be striving to support our students, staff, and communities. I look forward to many more productive meetings, where we bring our expertise to the forefront and discover new ways to enhance and strengthen the board. Last year, I made a commitment that we would build a Multi-Year Strategic Plan that’s aspirational, flexible, and firmly rooted in equity, collaboration, accountability, transparency, integrity, and empathy. Each of you played an essential role in shaping a plan that reflects the high standards we hold ourselves to as a board. Together, let’s continue working toward a better and brighter future for all within the HDSB.”

“I am excited to continue working together to support HDSB students and staff as we remain dedicated to advancing student achievement and well-being,” Vice-Chair Oliver shared with fellow Trustees. “As we move forward with our new Multi-Year Strategic Plan, I look forward to elevating student engagement and ensuring that every decision we make supports their well-being and success. I am committed to supporting a culture of kindness, respect and trust. I stand by the belief that good working relationships are key to effectively working through issues and challenges while maintaining focus on students.”

To learn more about the HDSB Board of Trustees, visit the Board of Trustees webpage. The next board meeting will take place on Tuesday, Dec. 3. The upcoming meeting schedule is posted on the HDSB calendar of events.