Thames Valley District School Board Update Crossing Guard Appreciation Day (March 31) This day brings recognition to the crossing guard program, as well as showcasing the hard work crossing guards do daily, regardless of weather or working conditions. Crossing Guard Appreciation Day also brings awareness to the safety of pedestrians within crosswalks and intersections and helps make crossing guards feel proud of the work they do every day. Please take a moment to express your appreciation to your local crossing guard! Community Engagement At the end of January, Trustee Moore attended an extraordinary Cultural Celebration at Wilfrid Jury Public School, along with Ward 7 Councillor Corinne Rahman. They brought greetings and enjoyed a variety of tasty samples of food from around the world as well as presentations of song, dance, and poetry from across the globe. The following week, Trustee Mai and Trustee Moore joined more than a thousand supporters, sponsors, and volunteers at the annual Youth Opportunities Unlimited (YOU) breakfast to raise funds and celebrate the incredible impact the organization has on London youth. London West MPP Peggy Sattler and Ward 9 Councillor Anna Hopkins were also in attendance to hear inspiring stories from young people who directly benefited from YOU’s support. A special shout-out goes to our neighbours Sheila and Wayne who were there to present a $1000 donation on behalf of Lambeth / Talbot Village, Byron, and Westmount! Thank you for making a difference in our community. At Eagle Heights Public School on February 11th, Trustees Mai and Moore celebrated the completion of an enormous addition and renovation project. Eagle Heights was built for 680 students, and before the expansion was completed, the school required 18 portable classrooms to accommodate more than 1,000 students. The Ministry of Education provided $9.2 million in funds to expand the school to accommodate 300 more students. School climate surveys Grade 5 to 12 students just completed the 2025 School Climate Surveys as mandated by The Education Act to foster a safe, inclusive environment for students. Conducted every two years, these anonymous and voluntary surveys allow students to provide honest feedback on issues such as bullying and harassment. Parents and caregivers are informed about the surveys and have the option to opt-out their children if they choose.
Left to right: Anna Hopkins, Sherri Moore and Beth Mai at the YOU Breakfast
The results of these surveys are vital for shaping the school’s approach to safety and inclusivity by informing the development of Safe and Inclusive School Plans and helping to monitor and track changes over time, ensuring that efforts to improve the school climate are effective. Community Input We want to hear from you! Please reach out to either of us if we can help you navigate a concern with the school board or if you have questions we can help answer. We were elected to represent your voice, and we appreciate the opportunity to listen to you.
Beth Mai b.mai@tvdsb.ca 548-388-8137 Sherri Moore
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