munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 17/06/2026One final note from me, I’ve seen these trustee spend more time in a meeting discussing their own mileage than they just spent on a billion dollar budget. In case anyone is curious about their priorities. 031
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 17/06/2026They’ve just tabled a motion to pass the budget, no sharing of details whatsoever in the meeting. Not a single request from a trustee to even show the room the budget. Not a single question from the trustees. Unanimous passing of the budget by trustees. 121
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 17/06/2026It’s 9:15 and the budget still hasn’t been tabled…… 110
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 17/06/2026Now they are moving to the approval of Board Meeting Minutes. The operating budget is approved here as the budget is shared at the Finance and Property meeting. 110
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 17/06/2026Adds one more thing, thanks student trustees directly for their leadership. 100
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 17/06/2026The Director ends his report with thanking staff and students for their efforts in the 2025-2026 school year. 110
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 17/06/2026-In alignment with YRDSB’s Transition Strategy: Towards Disability Justice, the Student Services Department has launched a new Transitions Hub on the YRDSB public website. 110
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 17/06/2026-Four high schools (Middlefield, Sutton District, Emily Carr, King City) have been selected to receive equipment to build an innovation hub starting 2026-2027. -Two hundred and eighty-eight Grade 7 to 12 students attended Arts Camp at Camp White Pine in Haliburton from May 23 to 30, 2026. 110
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 17/06/2026-On May 21, the Ontario flag was raised outside the Education Centre-Aurora building. -On May 6, about 150 elementary and secondary students, along with 30 educators from schools across YRDSB participated in the first ever AI Prompt-a-Thon, held at York University Markham. 110
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 17/06/2026Now to the Director’s report, you can read the full report here: yrdsb.civicweb.net/FileStorage/...yrdsb.civicweb.net 110
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 17/06/2026President Michelle Campbell gave an impassioned speech, at the resolution of the meeting I will queue to that point in the YouTube stream and post the link so you can watch. 111
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 17/06/2026There’s an interruption to the meeting now from frontline CUPE 1734 workers to address the cuts the board is imposing. 111
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 17/06/2026Now to the OPSBA report: -AGM occurred. - next meeting will be happening August 19th. 110
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 17/06/2026Now they are moving to the induction of the 2026-2027 Student Trustees Jason Lin, Michelle Wang and Jessie Deschamps. Congratulations! 100
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 17/06/2026Now they are moving to the recognition of outgoing Student Trustees 2025-2026 Hayden Lai and Natalia Pitawanakwat. 110
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 17/06/2026Now to the student trustee report. -highlighting their accomplishments over the last 2 years - the YRPC saw a record number of applicants this year - attended the AGM of the Ontario Student Trustee Association 110
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 17/06/2026(A note, the board needs to consider starting this annual meeting earlier in the evening. The budget will likely be tabled after 9pm and that’s not an appropriate way to prioritize a billion dollar budget.) 110
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 17/06/2026A few trustees are taking some time to highlight events they attended around the board. 110
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 17/06/2026Next they are moving to the following special announcements: 110
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 17/06/2026The 4th recipient tonight is Shanvi Kantaria, a Grade 7 student at Glenn Gould Public School, who has demonstrated outstanding achievement & innovation through her participation in the 2026 Technovation Girls Regional Competition, hosted by the University of Waterloo Women in Computer Science. 110
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 17/06/2026The 3rd recipient tonight is a team of students from Thornhill Secondary School (Jessica Liu, Eden Chen, Alan Shao & Brighton Ng). They have demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation and initiative through the creation and execution of INNOSpark, a student-led entrepreneurship initiative. 110
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 17/06/2026The 2nd recipient tonight is the Donald Cousens Eco Team. The team placed first in Canada for Elementary Eco Teams from Canada EcoSchools. For a full list of their achievements see this link: yrdsb.civicweb.net/FileStorage/... Way to go team! Wyrdsb.civicweb.net 110
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 17/06/2026The first major piece of business is Applause! Tonight’s first recipient is crossing guard Anna Wenzel. For more than 35 years, Anna has demonstrated longstanding dedication, care and positive impact on the Queensville Public School community. Thank you Anna! 110
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 17/06/2026If you would like to watch the meeting live, you can do so at this link: www.youtube.com/live/BMdwlQZ...youtube.comYRDSB Public Board Meeting Live Stream Jun. 16, 2026YouTube video by YRDSBMedia 111
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 17/06/2026It’s been a while, but tonight is a big #YRDSB board meeting. Tonight @osstfd16t-ot.bsky.social is here in person as the board passes the budget for next year. Follow this thread for live updates from the meeting 141
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 04/03/2026And with that the meeting is done, have a great night! 000
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 04/03/2026Almost at the end of the meeting with the approval of minutes and recommendations, you can find them all here: yrdsb.civicweb.net/Portal/Meeti...yrdsb.civicweb.net York Region District School Board - Meeting Information 100
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 04/03/2026-The mid-winter break is quickly approaching. All schools, including the early start and balanced year schools, will be closed for learning from March 16 – 20. YRDSB wishes students, families and staff a safe and enjoyable break. 100
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 04/03/2026-Indigenous Languages and International Languages: Parent engagement events are underway across 22 sites, including the new Keswick site serving the Georgina Family of Schools. These events showcase student learning, celebrate linguistic diversity, and strengthen home–school connections. 100
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 04/03/2026-Caring and Safe Schools, in collaboration with ISCS and other departments, is preparing the release of a tip sheet and professional learning resources for elementary educators focused on proactive and responsive strategies to support positive classroom behaviour. 100
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 04/03/2026-In alignment with the Ministry’s learning on Tackling Racism, ISCS consultants have been working with schools to support the implementation of newly launched Inclusive Education resources. 100
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 04/03/2026- A Board-wide Chinese Heritage Month celebration at Bur Oak Secondary School brought together a large, diverse group of students, families, staff, and community members. 100
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 04/03/2026-As part of the ongoing Understanding and Navigating the Education System series, ISCS and the Centre for Black Student Excellence hosted a system-wide online learning session focused on pathway opportunities for families of Black students. 100
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 04/03/2026-YRDSB is inviting families and community members to participate in the annual budget consultation process. - The online survey is scheduled to open March 24 and will be available until April 17. The information session will be held virtually next month on April 13. 100
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 04/03/2026-As the Board implements the YRDSB Transition Strategy: Towards Disability Justice, students and families are invited to meet with the Accessibility Offices of 16 post secondary institutions & the Regional Assessmentmand Resource Centre (RARC). 100
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 04/03/2026-Students now have access to Google Gemini’s AI tools, including Gemini, Notebook LM and Gems. 100
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 04/03/2026-Starts by thanking Applause recipients for their comments about how their school communities have supported them in reaching their achievements. -The Director congratulates the newly elected student trustees. 100
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 04/03/2026Now to the Director's report, you can find it here: yrdsb.civicweb.net/FileStorage/...yrdsb.civicweb.net 100
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 04/03/2026-Concerns have been raised by Indigenous trustees about a lack of representation in boards under supervision. 100
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 04/03/2026Next is the OPSBA report: -They met on February 28th. -In January they had the Public Education Symposium. -OPSBA's AGM is in June and will be in Ottawa. -OSPBA has launched a campaign about the importance of trustees. 100
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 04/03/2026-Attended OSTA-AECO conference in Ottawa where they connected with other student trustees. 100
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 04/03/2026Now to the Student Trustee Report: -February 24th they hosted their 2nd Presidents' Council Meeting. -70 student leaders attended from 24 secondary schools. -Discussed concerns about administrative delays when planning events and purchasing struggles. 100
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 04/03/2026Now they are on to special announcements where they are recognizing the following: -Bangladeshi Heritage Month -Hellenic Heritage Month -Persian Heritage Month 100
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 04/03/2026The 2nd Applause recipient is: "Pierre E. Trudeau HS student, Jenova Lin, is an exemplary student who has used her awareness of her own neurological needs as a means for exploring the intersection of medicine, neuroscience and education." Congratulations Jenova! yrdsb.civicweb.net/FileStorage/...yrdsb.civicweb.net 100
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 04/03/2026They are starting with Applause! "Kara Lee-Kwen, a student at Pierre E. Trudeau HS, is a student with many notable academic and competitive achievements." "Kara’s competitive success also extends to national and international stages." Congratulations Kara! yrdsb.civicweb.net/FileStorage/...yrdsb.civicweb.net 100
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 04/03/2026It's #YRDSB board meeting night so for the next few hours I will be providing updates from the meeting in this thread. If you want to join me and the 6 others currently watching the meeting (small but mighty group) you can watch at this link: www.youtube.com/live/I8CM5lk...youtube.comYRDSB Public Board Meeting Live Stream Mar. 3, 2026YouTube video by YRDSBMedia 100
munakadri.bsky.social @munakadri.bsky.social · 04/02/2026And with that the meeting is done. Have a great night! 000
