​Bluewater District School Board launches Multi-Year Strategic Plan survey

The Bluewater District School Board has launched a survey to hear from members of the public in setting the future direction of the local education system.

At the regular meeting of the Board, Tuesday, May 21, the board of trustees approved a motion to initiate the process of developing a Multi-Year Strategic Plan which was last updated in 2019. The plan includes a vision, mission, and set of priorities that provide direction to trustees, administrators, and other board staff when it comes to the important decisions and practices that help foster student success and well-being.

To assist with the development of the plan, a public survey is being conducted until June 30. The survey can be accessed through the board website at www.bwdsb.on.ca, board social media pages, and at the following link: tejoin.com/scroll/413629420.

Print copies of the survey will be made available upon request by sending an E-mail message to info@bwdsb.on.ca.

The voluntary and anonymous survey will help determine board goals and priorities for the next three to five years. All members of the public are being invited to participate, including students, parents/guardians, staff, and community members.

“We welcome the many diverse perspectives and voices from across our district as we revisit the vision, mission, and priorities of our Multi-Year Strategic Plan to help chart our long-term course in Bluewater,” said board chairperson Jane Thomson. “Our strategic plan is the touchstone that guides all aspects of our planning and decision-making to ensure we are best supporting every student we serve.”

As required under the Education Act, every school board in Ontario must create a multi-year plan that spans a minimum of three years.