Education
The Education Committee initially started when Glebe area schools were under threat of closure. Now, it provides a forum for all schools in and around the Glebe to discuss common issues affecting schools, students and families in the Glebe. The GCA Education Committee believes in the value of our schools and seeks to develop community responses on any important education-related issues facing Glebe schools and residents.
This year, the GCA wrote to the Ottawa Carleton District School Board (OCDSB) to support Lady Evelyn Alternative School in retaining its “alternative” designation, during a review of the Elementary Alternative Program of the OCDSB. This support was based on the educational choice Lady Evelyn provides for Glebe area children and families, as well as the potential negative impacts on other Glebe area schools removal of the designation could have. Next year, the Education Committee is planning to participate in the strategic planning of the OCDSB and continue to work with Glebe area schools, school councils and interested community members on issues affecting the educational choices available in the Glebe. Additionally, we hope to continue to build bridges between all schools, be they elementary or secondary, Ottawa Carleton or Catholic schools, publicly or privately funded, so that the educational opportunities in our community continue to be strong, making this a great neighbourhood to live.
If you are interested in joining the committee or would like more information, please contact education@glebeca.ca.
Committee Reports
- January, 2010
Communications
GCA Letter to OCDSB in support of alternative schools. View it here.