The 12 trustees of the York Region District School Board are responsible for overseeing an educational system serving more than 123,000 students in more than 200 schools. Trustees are elected by ratepayers (in accordance with the Municipal Elections Act) and empowered under the Education Act to set policy for the operation of all public schools in York Region.
Under the Education Act, trustees are mandated to;
- promote student achievement and well-being;
- deliver effective and appropriate educational programs;
- develop, maintain and monitor effectiveness of Board policies;
- develop, communicate and review annually a Multi-Year Plan;
- monitor the performance of the Director of Education and;
- practise responsible stewardship of Board resources.
The annual trustee honoraria is $23,500, while the board chair and vice-chair receive $33,500 and $28,500 per annum, respectively.
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Candidates for York Region District School Board trustee are:
