Common use of MINISTRY/SCHOOL BOARD INITIATIVES Clause in Contracts

MINISTRY/SCHOOL BOARD INITIATIVES. ETFO will be an active participant in the consultation process at the Ministry Initiatives Committee. The Ministry Initiatives Committee shall meet at least quarterly each year to discuss new initiatives, including implications for training and resources. If a new or modified policy initiative is not discussed at the Ministry Initiatives Committee in advance of implementation, it will be discussed at the next meeting. Alternatively, the Crown will endeavor to provide an informational briefing to ETFO and OPSBA at another forum prior to the next Ministry Initiatives Committee, which may include other attendees at the discretion of the Crown. At the local level School Boards and locals shall meet regarding: • The development, implementation and evaluation of new ministry/School Board initiatives; • The timing of new ministry/School Board initiatives; • The integration of possible new ministry/School Board initiatives; and • Training and professional learning requirements.

MINISTRY/SCHOOL BOARD INITIATIVES. ‌ ETFO will be an active participant in the consultation process at the Ministry Initiatives Committee. The Ministry Initiatives Committee shall meet at least quarterly each year to discuss new initiatives, including implications for training and resources. If a new or modified policy initiative is not discussed at the Ministry Initiatives Committee in advance of implementation, it will be discussed at the next meeting. Alternatively, the Crown will endeavor to provide an informational briefing to ETFO and OPSBA at another forum prior to the next Ministry Initiatives Committee, which may include other attendees at the discretion of the Crown. At the local level School Boards and locals shall meet regarding: • The development, implementation and evaluation of new ministry/School Board initiatives; • The timing of new ministry/School Board initiatives; • The integration of possible new ministry/School Board initiatives; and • Training and professional learning requirements.