MSBA2025
Delta Winnipeg Hotel

350 St. Mary Avenue,

Winnipeg, MB R3C 3J2, Canada

March 20, 2025 - March 21, 2025

09:00AM - 04:00PM CDT

About The Event

The Manitoba School Boards Association’s 61st Annual Convention will be held March 20 & 21 in Winnipeg. 

Day 1 will focus on professional development followed by the President's Banquet. Resolutions will debated on Day 2. Association business, including elections for positions on the Provincial Executive, will also be conducted on Day 2.

Join your fellow School trustees and senior administration in Winnipeg to learn and share. The theme this year is Connection, Collaboration, and Celebration.


Conference Passes

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Shelley Amos samos@pembinatrails.ca 2044881767 Pembina Trails School Division
Shelley Amos
Pembina Trails School Division
Tracey Asham tracey.asham@plpsd.net PLPSD
Tracey Asham
PLPSD
Dianna Auer dianna.auer@esd.ca 2046415308 Evergreen School Division
Dianna Auer
Evergreen School Division
Tammy Ballantyne superintendent@ffsd.mb.ca 3066880006 Flin Flon School Division
Tammy Ballantyne
Flin Flon School Division
Colette Banks colette.banks@esd.ca 2042295878 Evergreen School Division
Colette Banks
Evergreen School Division
Debi Barber dbarber@pcsdonline.ca 204-857-2957 Pine Creek School Division
Debi Barber
Pine Creek School Division
Bev Barker bbarker@lssd.ca LSSD
Bev Barker
LSSD
Shayne Barkman shbarkman@hsd.ca Hanover School Division
Shayne Barkman
Hanover School Division
Lynn Barkman lbarkman@hsd.ca Hanover School Division
Lynn Barkman
Hanover School Division
Alicia Becker albecker@pembinatrails.ca 2044881767 Pembina Trails School Division
Alicia Becker
Pembina Trails School Division
Jack Bogaski jbogaski@lssd.ca LSSD
Jack Bogaski
LSSD
Jack Bogaski jbogaski@lssd.ca LSSD
Jack Bogaski
LSSD
Arlene Brandson Darknell brandara@lakeshoresd.mb.ca Lakeshore School Division
Arlene Brandson Darknell
Lakeshore School Division
Jasmine Brar jasminebrar@pembinatrails.ca 2044881767 Pembina Trails School Division
Jasmine Brar
Pembina Trails School Division
Richard Brown gbilcowski@rrsd.mb.ca 2048672754 Rolling River School Division
Richard Brown
Rolling River School Division
Lisa Burley lburley@westernsd.mb.ca Western School Division
Lisa Burley
Western School Division
Jason Bush jbush@rrvsd.ca Red River Valley School Division
Jason Bush
Red River Valley School Division
Stephanie Campbell scampbell@pcsdonline.ca 204-856-9218 Pine Creek School Division
Stephanie Campbell
Pine Creek School Division
Kirk Carr mcbeth.jenn@bsd.ca 2047293114 Brandon School Division
Kirk Carr
Brandon School Division
Jason Cline gbilcowski@rrsd.mb.ca 2048672754 Rolling River School Division
Jason Cline
Rolling River School Division
Robyn Collette rcollette@rrvsd.ca Red River Valley School Division
Robyn Collette
Red River Valley School Division
Colleen Cook gbilcowski@rrsd.mb.ca 2048672754 Rolling River School Division
Colleen Cook
Rolling River School Division
Marlene Craik mcraik@pcsdonline.ca 204-871-4512 Pine Creek School Division
Marlene Craik
Pine Creek School Division
Brad Curtis bcurtis@rrvsd.ca Red River Valley School Division
Brad Curtis
Red River Valley School Division
Derek Dabee tamara.prociuk@7oaks.org 2045868061 Seven Oaks School Division
Derek Dabee
Seven Oaks School Division
Sandra Davies sandra.davies@esd.ca 2046422794 Evergreen School Division
Sandra Davies
Evergreen School Division
Timothy Davis tdavis@ffsd.mb.ca 2046870189 Flin Flon School Division
Timothy Davis
Flin Flon School Division
Angela Dunn angela.dunn@sjasd.ca 2048887951 St. James-Assiniboia School Division
Angela Dunn
St. James-Assiniboia School Division
Angela Dunn angela.dunn@sjasd.ca 2048887951 St. James-Assiniboia School Division
Angela Dunn
St. James-Assiniboia School Division
Calistus Ekenna mcbeth.jenn@bsd.ca 2047612807 Brandon School Division
Calistus Ekenna
Brandon School Division
Stephanie Emberly stephanieemberly@shmb.ca Southwest Horizon School Division
Stephanie Emberly
Southwest Horizon School Division
Crystal Erickson gbilcowski@rrsd.mb.ca 2048672754 Rolling River School Division
Crystal Erickson
Rolling River School Division
Ron Falk rfalk@hsd.ca Hanover School Division
Ron Falk
Hanover School Division
Helen Falk rfalk@hsd.ca Hanover School Division
Helen Falk
Hanover School Division
Kim Fallis mcbeth.jenn@bsd.ca 2047293114 Brandon School Division
Kim Fallis
Brandon School Division
Brent Fallis teagankliever@shmb.ca Southwest Horizon School Division
Brent Fallis
Southwest Horizon School Division
Marianne Fenn mfenn@westernsd.mb.ca Western School Division
Marianne Fenn
Western School Division
Leslie Fernandes lfernandes@ffsd.mb.ca 2042713762 Flin Flon School Division
Leslie Fernandes
Flin Flon School Division
Heather Fleming hfleming@ffsd.mb.ca 3066880502 Flin Flon School Division
Heather Fleming
Flin Flon School Division
Brian Fransen bfransen@westernsd.mb.ca Western School Division
Brian Fransen
Western School Division
Jeff Friesen jeffriesen@hsd.ca Hanover School Division
Jeff Friesen
Hanover School Division
Janet Friesen jeffriesen@hsd.ca Hanover School Division
Janet Friesen
Hanover School Division
Cheryl Froese cfroese@hsd.ca Hanover School Division
Cheryl Froese
Hanover School Division
Jeremy Froese cfroese@hsd.ca Hanover School Division
Jeremy Froese
Hanover School Division
Danielle Funk dafunk@hsd.ca Hanover School Division
Danielle Funk
Hanover School Division
Cory Funk dafunk@hsd.ca Hanover School Division
Cory Funk
Hanover School Division
Don Green gbilcowski@rrsd.mb.ca 2048672754 Rolling River School Division
Don Green
Rolling River School Division
Mathew Gustafson mcbeth.jenn@bsd.ca 2047293114 Brandon School Division
Mathew Gustafson
Brandon School Division
Susana Hawryshko shawryshko@westernsd.mb.ca Western School Division
Susana Hawryshko
Western School Division
Kevin Heide kheide@hsd.ca Hanover School Division
Kevin Heide
Hanover School Division
Penny Helgason penny.helgason@esd.ca 2046414629 Evergreen School Division
Penny Helgason
Evergreen School Division
Pamela Hiebert pamela.hiebert@gvsd.ca Garden Valley School Division
Pamela Hiebert
Garden Valley School Division
Scott Hill scott.hill@esd.ca 2046426278 Evergreen School Division
Scott Hill
Evergreen School Division
Heather Hogg hhogg@lssd.ca LSSD
Heather Hogg
LSSD
Hélène Hoggarth helene.hoggarth@plpsd.net PLPSD
Hélène Hoggarth
PLPSD
Sara Hrynenko shrynenko@rrvsd.ca Red River Valley School Division
Sara Hrynenko
Red River Valley School Division
Bonnie James bonnie.james@flbsd.mb.ca
Bonnie James
Teresa Jaworski Teresa.jaworski@7oaks.org 204-586-8061 Seven Oaks School Divisiom
Teresa Jaworski
Seven Oaks School Divisiom
Coralie Jays cjays@ffsd.mb.ca 2042712736 Flin Flon School Division
Coralie Jays
Flin Flon School Division
Robert Jesson rjesson@lssd.ca LSSD
Robert Jesson
LSSD
Teresa Johnson johnsot@lakeshoresd.mb.ca Lakeshore School Division
Teresa Johnson
Lakeshore School Division
David Johnson djohnson@pembinatrails.ca 2044881767 Pembina Trails School Division
David Johnson
Pembina Trails School Division
Tim Johnson tjohnson@pembinatrails.ca 2044881767 Pembina Trails School Division
Tim Johnson
Pembina Trails School Division
Karen Johnston kjohnston@lssd.ca LSSD
Karen Johnston
LSSD
Christine Jolly cjolly@pembinatrails.ca 2044881767 Pembina Trails School Division
Christine Jolly
Pembina Trails School Division
Candace Jorgenson cjorgenson@rrvsd.ca Red River Valley School Division
Candace Jorgenson
Red River Valley School Division
Linda Karn lkarn@pembinatrails.ca 2044881767 Pembina Trails School Division
Linda Karn
Pembina Trails School Division
Fred Kelesnik rcollette@rrvsd.ca Red River Valley School Division
Fred Kelesnik
Red River Valley School Division
Teagan Kliever teagankliever@shmb.ca Southwest Horizon School Division
Teagan Kliever
Southwest Horizon School Division
Gladys Kohler gladys.kohler@esd.ca 2046412589 Evergreen School Division
Gladys Kohler
Evergreen School Division
Emily Koldyk emily.koldyk@pcsdonline.ca 204-872-2400 Pine Creek School Division
Emily Koldyk
Pine Creek School Division
Vinod Kooragayala vkooragayala@tmsd.mb.ca Turtle Mountain School Division
Vinod Kooragayala
Turtle Mountain School Division
Tony Kreml tamara.prociuk@7oaks.org 2045868061 Seven Oaks School Division
Tony Kreml
Seven Oaks School Division
Lena Kublick lkublick@lssd.ca LSSD
Lena Kublick
LSSD
Denis Labossiere mcbeth.jenn@bsd.ca 2047293114 Brandon School Division
Denis Labossiere
Brandon School Division
Tena Lane tena.lane@gvsd.ca 2043256131 Garden Valley School Division
Tena Lane
Garden Valley School Division
Wilf Lehmann wilf.lehmann@pcsdonline.ca 204-856-3395 Pine Creek School Division
Wilf Lehmann
Pine Creek School Division
Shauna-Lei Leslie shauna-lei.leslie@plpsd.net PLPSD
Shauna-Lei Leslie
PLPSD
Sandy Lethbridge sandra.lethbridge@sjasd.ca St. James-Assiniboia School Division
Sandy Lethbridge
St. James-Assiniboia School Division
Nicole Levesque nlevesque@westernsd.mb.ca Western School Division
Nicole Levesque
Western School Division
Harvey Levin hlevin@lssd.ca LSSD
Harvey Levin
LSSD
Jerret Long jlong@lssd.ca LSSD
Jerret Long
LSSD
Darren MacDonald darren.macdonald@plpsd.net PLPSD
Darren MacDonald
PLPSD
Lorelee Malkoske lmalkoske@rrvsd.ca Red River Valley School Division
Lorelee Malkoske
Red River Valley School Division
Judy Maryniuk jmaryniuk@lssd.ca LSSD
Judy Maryniuk
LSSD
Rhonda McCutcheon rhonda.mccutcheon@plsd.net
Rhonda McCutcheon
Kelly McDonald kmcdonald@lssd.ca LSSD
Kelly McDonald
LSSD
Janice McDonald janicemcdonald@shmb.ca Southwest Horizon School Division
Janice McDonald
Southwest Horizon School Division
Kathlyn McNabb gbilcowski@rrsd.mb.ca 2048672754 Rolling River School Division
Kathlyn McNabb
Rolling River School Division
Sandra Meilleur smeilleur@pcsdonline.ca 204-223-2285 Pine Creek School Division
Sandra Meilleur
Pine Creek School Division
Christian Michalik christian.michalik@lrsd.net 204.781.0844 Louis Riel School Division
Christian Michalik
Louis Riel School Division
Lisa Minaker lminaker@lssd.ca LSSD
Lisa Minaker
LSSD
Allison Moman momaali@lakeshoresd.mb.ca Lakeshore School Division
Allison Moman
Lakeshore School Division
Amanda Mosher amanda.mosher@esd.ca 2046411706 Evergreen School Division
Amanda Mosher
Evergreen School Division
Gord Mosset gmosset@rrvsd.ca Red River Valley School Division
Gord Mosset
Red River Valley School Division
Sandy Nemeth sandy.nemeth@lrsd.net Louis Riel School Division
Sandy Nemeth
Louis Riel School Division
Donald Nikkel nikkeld@lakeshoresd.mb.ca Lakeshore School Division
Donald Nikkel
Lakeshore School Division
Stuart Nixon snixon@pembinatrails.ca 2044881767 Pembina Trails School Division
Stuart Nixon
Pembina Trails School Division
Ash Nizamani anizamani@pcsdonline.ca 204-670-5222 Pine Creek School Division
Ash Nizamani
Pine Creek School Division
Irene Nordheim Irene.Nordheim2@lrsd.net 204.290.3739 Louis Riel School Division (and MSBA)
Irene Nordheim
Louis Riel School Division (and MSBA)
Dan Otsuji dan.otsuji@plpsd.net PLPSD
Dan Otsuji
PLPSD
Ryan Palmquist Ryan.Palmquist@lrsd.net 204.290.9976 Louis Riel School Division
Ryan Palmquist
Louis Riel School Division
Heather Poirier hpoirier@rrvsd.ca Red River Valley School Division
Heather Poirier
Red River Valley School Division
Cecilia Rangel dwolfe@westernsd.mb.ca Western School Division
Cecilia Rangel
Western School Division
Kent Reid kreid@flbsd.mb.ca 2047482692 Fort La Bosse School Division
Kent Reid
Fort La Bosse School Division
Ron Moore Ron Moore ron.moore@esd.ca 2046426266 Evergreen School Division
Ron Moore Ron Moore
Evergreen School Division
Linda Ross mcbeth.jenn@bsd.ca 2047612807 Brandon School Division
Linda Ross
Brandon School Division
Stephen Ross sross@westernsd.mb.ca Western School Division
Stephen Ross
Western School Division
Duncan Ross mcbeth.jenn@bsd.ca 2047293114 Brandon School Division
Duncan Ross
Brandon School Division
Joey Sarto jsarto@westernsd.mb.ca Western School Division
Joey Sarto
Western School Division
Angela Simpson asimpson@ffsd.mb.ca 7787893058 Flin Flon School Division
Angela Simpson
Flin Flon School Division
Chipalo Simunyola Chipalo.Simunyola@lrsd.net 204.688.7479 Louis Riel School Division
Chipalo Simunyola
Louis Riel School Division
Darren Skog dskog@rrvsd.ca Red River Valley School Division
Darren Skog
Red River Valley School Division
Tara Smith tara.smith@sjasd.ca 2048887951 St. James-Assiniboia School Division
Tara Smith
St. James-Assiniboia School Division
Don Smoke donald.smoke@plpsd.net
Don Smoke
Cheryl Smukowich cheryl.smukowich@sjasd.ca 2048887951 St. James-Assiniboia School Division
Cheryl Smukowich
St. James-Assiniboia School Division
Craig Stahlke cstahlke@pembinatrails.ca 2044881767 Pembina Trails School Division
Craig Stahlke
Pembina Trails School Division
Jodie Taylor jtaylor@mbschoolboards.ca 2045945170 Manitoba School Boards Association
Jodie Taylor
Manitoba School Boards Association
Joe Thiessen jthiessen@hsd.ca Hanover School Division
Joe Thiessen
Hanover School Division
Corinne Thiessen cothiessen@hsd.ca 2043266471 Hanover School Division
Corinne Thiessen
Hanover School Division
Donny Thorkelson thorked@lakeshoresd.mb.ca Lakeshore School Division
Donny Thorkelson
Lakeshore School Division
Diedrich Toews dtoews@pcsdonline.ca 204-856-6155 Pine Creek School Division
Diedrich Toews
Pine Creek School Division
Charmaine Toews chtoews@hsd.ca Hanover School Division
Charmaine Toews
Hanover School Division
Anders Toews chtoews@hsd.ca Hanover School Division
Anders Toews
Hanover School Division
Brad Unger bunger@hsd.ca Hanover School Division
Brad Unger
Hanover School Division
Philipp Unruh philipp.unruh@gvsd.ca Garden Valley School Division
Philipp Unruh
Garden Valley School Division
Tetiana Vasylieva vasylit@lakeshoresd.mb.ca Lakeshore School Division
Tetiana Vasylieva
Lakeshore School Division
Penny Verwey penny.verwey@plpsd.net PLPSD
Penny Verwey
PLPSD
Susan Voesenek svoesenek@pcsdonline.ca 204-856-3923 Pine Creek School Division
Susan Voesenek
Pine Creek School Division
Gregg Waldvogel gregg.waldvogel@plpsd.net PLPSD
Gregg Waldvogel
PLPSD
Ian Walker ian.walker@lrsd.net 204.781.0438 Louis Riel School Division
Ian Walker
Louis Riel School Division
Henk Warnar-Brown hwarnarbrown@mysterynet.mb.ca School District of Mystery Lake
Henk Warnar-Brown
School District of Mystery Lake
Dallas Wiebe dawiebe@hsd.ca Hanover School Division
Dallas Wiebe
Hanover School Division
Darlene Willetts willetd@lakeshoresd.mb.ca Lakeshore School Division
Darlene Willetts
Lakeshore School Division
Deana Wilson deana.wilson@gvsd.ca Garden Valley School Division
Deana Wilson
Garden Valley School Division
Darcy Wolfe dwolfe@westernsd.mb.ca Western School Division
Darcy Wolfe
Western School Division
Jillian Yorga jillian.yorga@esd.ca 2046411213 Evergreen School Division
Jillian Yorga
Evergreen School Division
Kevin Zabowski kevinzabowski@shmb.ca
Kevin Zabowski
07:30AM - 08:30AM
Registration and Breakfast
Grand Ballroom



08:30AM - 09:00AM
Call to Order
Grand Ballroom
Description:






09:00AM - 09:10AM
Welcome and Opening Prayer
Grand Ballroom




09:15AM - 10:15AM
Cassie Campbell-Pascall
Ballroom
Description:

Join Cassie, the first female hockey player inducted into Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame, as she shares her inspiring journey from viewing governance as her least favorite subject to embracing it as her greatest passion. In this candid session, Cassie reflects on her experiences as a board member, revealing the challenges she faced and the personal growth that followed.

Key Takeaways:

  • Embrace Humility: Discover why leaving your ego at the door is essential for effective governance and collaboration.
  • Transparent Communication: Learn the importance of open dialogue among board members to achieve shared objectives.
  • Proactive Engagement: Understand how acknowledging biases and taking initiative can transform negative situations into opportunities for positive change.

 




10:15AM - 10:30AM
Health Break
Delta Mezzanine



10:30AM - 11:45AM
A1 - The role of trustees in fostering safe and healthy work and learning environments
2E - RBC Convention Centre
Description:

“Education liberates the intellect, unlocks the imagination and is fundamental for self-respect. It is the key to prosperity and opens a world of opportunities, making it possible for each of us to contribute to a progressive, healthy society.” ~United Nations Across the country education leaders are realizing that fostering wellbeing in our schools and school systems is the key to unlocking the transformational power of public education. 

Students learn best when they are well. When staff are well, they can do their best work. While the benefits are clear, the path towards fostering wellbeing in K-12 education is complex. In this interactive session we will: 

• Examine pan-Canadian trends that are affecting the wellbeing of students and staff in our school divisions, 
• Explore the connections between student and staff wellbeing, and consider how these relate to the goals of our education system, 
• Appreciate how actions to create healthier work environments can help attract and retain staff, 
• Identify actions that school board trustees can take to foster healthier work and learning environments within their school division and across the province.



10:30AM - 11:45AM
A2 - Risky Business: Navigating AI risks and governance
2F - RBC Convention Centre
Description:

The rapid rise and adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the business and education landscape, offering unprecedented opportunities for efficiency and innovation. However, this technological advancement comes with significant risks and governance implications that organizations must navigate and may not completely understand.  

As AI systems increasingly influence decision-making processes, your organization will face, or is already facing, challenges related to governance, data privacy, ethical considerations, and compliance with emerging regulations. Understanding these risks is crucial for school administration leaders and board members to ensure responsible AI use, protect organizational integrity, and harness the full potential of AI technologies while mitigating potential pitfalls.  

Embracing a proactive approach to AI governance will not only safeguard organizations, but also foster trust among stakeholders in an era where AI is expected to become integral to operational success.



10:30AM - 11:45AM
A3 - Climate Leadership in Manitoba School Boards
2G - RBC Convention Centre
Description:

This engaging and impactful workshop will explore essential strategies and insights to empower Manitoba School Boards to lead in climate action. Participants will gain valuable knowledge and practical tools to foster sustainability and environmental leadership within their schools.

Topics of Discussion:

•    Key Insights on Climate Change Education: A deep dive into essential takeaways from the latest research on excellence in climate change education, helping school boards understand the most effective ways to engage students and staff.

•    The Importance of Climate Leadership and Climate Action Plans: An exploration of why climate leadership is crucial for Manitoba School Boards, along with actionable strategies to implement climate action plans that make a difference at the local level.

•    Growing the Good: Climate Action in K-12 Schools: A discussion on how schools can actively contribute to climate change education, with a focus on fostering an ethic of care and a culture of stewardship, amplifying student voices, and promoting collaborative community action to turn these efforts into lasting, hopeful change.



10:30AM - 11:45AM
A4 - Building Capacity for Our Future
2H - RBC Convention Centre
Description:

Succession planning helps to ensure that boards are prepared for board members to come and go from the board. Even outside of an election year, boards can do much to promote their work with members of the community. The more people see and understand the board's role in providing for the educational needs of the community’s school-aged children, the more likely they will be to put themselves forward for election.

To help boards achieve that goal, the association launched a mentorship program (BC4F) in 2022 to recruit and support a more diverse array of candidates to run as candidates in school board elections held that year. Picking up on that theme in preparation for the 2026 elections, this  session will provide guidance in general recruitment practices, involving your community, building relationships and running targeted campaigns.

Join us to get a head start on developing strategies to promote recruitment and succession planning to keep our school boards strong!




11:45AM - 12:45PM
Lunch
Grand Ballroom



12:45PM - 01:00PM
Ceremony
Grand Ballroom
Description:

Retiring Executive presentation
Welcome from Commissioner Bobbi Taillefer




01:00PM - 02:15PM
B1 - The role of trustees in fostering safe and healthy work and learning environments
2E - RBC Convention Centre
Description:

“Education liberates the intellect, unlocks the imagination and is fundamental for self-respect. It is the key to prosperity and opens a world of opportunities, making it possible for each of us to contribute to a progressive, healthy society.” ~United Nations Across the country education leaders are realizing that fostering wellbeing in our schools and school systems is the key to unlocking the transformational power of public education. 

Students learn best when they are well. When staff are well, they can do their best work. While the benefits are clear, the path towards fostering wellbeing in K-12 education is complex. In this interactive session we will: 

• Examine pan-Canadian trends that are affecting the wellbeing of students and staff in our school divisions, 
• Explore the connections between student and staff wellbeing, and consider how these relate to the goals of our education system, 
• Appreciate how actions to create healthier work environments can help attract and retain staff, 
• Identify actions that school board trustees can take to foster healthier work and learning environments within their school division and across the province.



01:00PM - 02:15PM
B2 - Risky Business: Navigating AI risks and governance
2F - RBC Convention Centre
Description:

The rapid rise and adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the business and education landscape, offering unprecedented opportunities for efficiency and innovation. However, this technological advancement comes with significant risks and governance implications that organizations must navigate and may not completely understand.  

As AI systems increasingly influence decision-making processes, your organization will face, or is already facing, challenges related to governance, data privacy, ethical considerations, and compliance with emerging regulations. Understanding these risks is crucial for school administration leaders and board members to ensure responsible AI use, protect organizational integrity, and harness the full potential of AI technologies while mitigating potential pitfalls.  

Embracing a proactive approach to AI governance will not only safeguard organizations, but also foster trust among stakeholders in an era where AI is expected to become integral to operational success.



01:00PM - 02:15PM
B3 - Climate Leadership in Manitoba School Boards
2G - RBC Convention Centre
Description:

This engaging and impactful workshop will explore essential strategies and insights to empower Manitoba School Boards to lead in climate action. Participants will gain valuable knowledge and practical tools to foster sustainability and environmental leadership within their schools.

Topics of Discussion:
•    Key Insights on Climate Change Education: A deep dive into essential takeaways from the latest research on excellence in climate change education, helping school boards understand the most effective ways to engage students and staff.
•    The Importance of Climate Leadership and Climate Action Plans: An exploration of why climate leadership is crucial for Manitoba School Boards, along with actionable strategies to implement climate action plans that make a difference at the local level.
•    Growing the Good: Climate Action in K-12 Schools: A discussion on how schools can actively contribute to climate change education, with a focus on fostering an ethic of care and a culture of stewardship, amplifying student voices, and promoting collaborative community action to turn these efforts into lasting, hopeful change.



01:00PM - 02:15PM
B4 - Building Capacity for Our Future
2H - RBC Convention Centre
Description:

Succession planning helps to ensure that boards are prepared for board members to come and go from the board. Even outside of an election year, boards can do much to promote their work with members of the community. The more people see and understand the board's role in providing for the educational needs of the community’s school-aged children, the more likely they will be to put themselves forward for election.

To help boards achieve that goal, the association launched a mentorship program (BC4F) in 2022 to recruit and support a more diverse array of candidates to run as candidates in school board elections held that year. Picking up on that theme in preparation for the 2026 elections, this  session will provide guidance in general recruitment practices, involving your community, building relationships and running targeted campaigns.

Join us to get a head start on developing strategies to promote recruitment and succession planning to keep our school boards strong!




02:15PM - 03:15PM
Round Table - Session 1
2E - RBC Convention Centre


02:15PM - 03:15PM
Round Table - Session 2
2F - RBC Convention Centre


02:15PM - 03:15PM
Round Table - Session 3
2G - RBC Convention Centre


02:15PM - 03:15PM
Round Table - Session 4
2H - RBC Convention Centre



03:15PM - 03:45PM
Health Break
Pan Am Room



03:45PM - 04:45PM
BEF Presentation on Recruitment and Retention of French Speaking Teacher
Room 2E-2G RBC Convention Centre



04:00PM - 05:00PM
Board Chairs Meeting with the Honourable Tracy Schmidt
Room 2H RBC Convention Centre



05:15PM - 05:55PM
President's Reception
Charleswood A&B - Cash Bar



05:30PM - 05:30PM
Banquet Opens
Grand Ballroom



05:30PM - 06:00PM
Cash Bar Opens
Delta Hotel - Mezzanine



06:00PM - 06:10PM
Drum in VIPs



06:10PM - 06:20PM
President Welcome
Grand Ballroom



06:20PM - 06:25PM
Shared Reflection - Penny Helgason
Grand Ballroom



06:30PM - 07:15PM
Meal Service
Grand Ballroom



06:30PM - 07:15PM
Dinner Service
Grand Ballroom



07:15PM - 08:00PM
Awards and Recognition
Grand Ballroom



08:00PM - 10:00PM
Entertainment - Big City All Star Band
Grand Ballroom



07:30AM - 08:30AM
Registration and Breakfast
Grand Ballroom



08:00AM - 04:00PM
Region 1
Room 2E RBC Convention Centre


08:00AM - 04:00PM
Region 2
Room 2GH RBC Convention Centre


08:00AM - 04:00PM
Region 3
Room 2F RBC Convention Centre


08:00AM - 04:00PM
Region 4
St. Vital Room Delta Mezzanine


08:00AM - 04:00PM
Region 5
Charleswood A&B (Delta Mezzanine)



08:00AM - 08:00AM
Scrutineers/Parliamentarian Meeting
Kildonan Room



08:30AM - 08:45AM
MSBA Business
Grand Ballroom
Description:

Call to Order
Land Acknowledgement
O Canada Video




08:45AM - 08:55AM
President's Address
Grand Ballroom



08:55AM - 09:05AM
CSBA President's Address
Grand Ballroom




09:05AM - 09:15AM
MSBA Executive Director's Remarks
Grand Ballroom




09:15AM - 09:30AM
Welcome from the Commissioner of Teacher Professional Conduct
Grand Ballroom




09:30AM - 10:00AM
MSBA Executive Elections
Grand Ballroom



10:00AM - 10:30AM
MSBA Executive Elections Results
Grand Ballroom



10:30AM - 10:45AM
Health Break
Grand Ballroom



10:45AM - 11:00AM
MSBA Executive Elections Results
Grand Ballroom



11:00AM - 12:00PM
Regional Meetings and Director Elections
Grand Ballroom



12:00PM - 01:00PM
Lunch
Grand Ballroom



12:00PM - 01:00PM
Executive Meeting
St. Vital (Delta Mezzanine)



01:00PM - 02:15PM
Resolutions
Grand Ballroom



02:30PM - 04:00PM
Health Break - Ice Cream
Delta Mezzanine



03:00PM - 04:00PM
Resolutions
Grand Ballroom



04:10PM - 04:15PM
Closing and Adjournment
Grand Ballroom