Participants in Education Law (ELQP) learned how an investigation is conducted and the possible outcomes of an investigation. The outcome is determined based on balance of probability #OPC #OPCLeadLearn

The threshold for defamation is challenging for administrators since they are considered public figures #OPC #OPCLeadLearn

Proof of defamation includes: The use of false statements; The statements affects your well being; The statements referred to you specifically; The statements are communicated to at least 1 other person #OPC #OPCLeadLearn

It is important to understand what is meant by “Duty to accommodate” and “Undo hardship” when supporting students with special education needs and their families #OPC #OPCLeadLearn

Tonight the participants in Education Law (ELQP) learned about how a principal navigated a complaint to the Human Rights Commission #OPC #OPCLeadLearn

“Take-aways” from the presenter who described how she dealt with a Human Rights complaint: It is important to document; Get help from experts; Do what you say you are going to do e.g., Interventions in the IEP/Safety Plan #OPC #OPCLeadLearn

Great presentation by OPC Protective Services (PST) on the role of PST and how to conduct an unbiased student investigation. It was very informative to learn about the underlying education law that needs to be considered when conducting a student investigation #OPC #OPCLeadLearn

The underlying legislation that need to be considered when conducting an unbiased student investigation, includes the Human Rights Code, the Education Act, Provincial Legislation and Bd Policies/Procedures #OPC #OPCLeadLearn

When applying progressive discipline an administrator should consider mitigating and other factors when deciding to suspend and then when determining the length of the suspension #OPC #OPCLeadLearn

A student investigation is conducted in order to determine if based on “the balance of probability” that the incident occurred and that a student(s) was involved. Based on the investigation, progressive discipline is applied #OPC #OPCLeadLearn

Tonight the participants in the OPC Education Law AQ participated in an excellent presentation by a Labour Relations Specialist for the Upper Grand District School Board #OPC #OPCLeadLearn

It is important for VPs/principals know the parts of the Collective Agreement that are relevant to their role #OPC #OPCLeadLearn

Important legislation includes; the Ed Act, Employment Standards Act, Ont. Labour Relations Act, Workplace Safety & Safety Act, Ont. Health & Safety Act and the Occupational Health & Safety Act #OPC #OPCLeadLearn

It is important for principals to realize they have a duty of loyalty to the Board that is much higher than other staff e.g., teachers #OPC #OPCLeadLearn

Best practices for VPs/principals include; communicate clearly, manage issues when they are small, provide timely feedback, be visible, listen, understand when Union rep is required and document #OPC #OPCLeadLearn

Best practices for VPs/principals include; procedural fairness, consistent coaching conversations, act in good faith/no reprisals, no discrimination, don’t promise confidentiality and decisions should be consistent #OPC #OPCLeadLearn

Candidates in the OPC Education Law AQ course were treated to a case study presentation from a principal who dealt with a complaint to the Human Rights Tribunal #OPC #OPCLeadLearn

The presenter described that when you deal with a Human Rights complaint it is important to understand and implement “Duty of Care” and Undue Hardship”, and the importance of thorough documentation #OPC #OPCLeadLearn

The presenter described how important is was to have the support of senior administration, OPC and her colleagues when dealing with a Human Rights complaint #OPC #OPCLeadLearn

In reference to the Human Rights Tribunal case study the presenter outlined the importance of following the IEP and the Safety Plan and the direction of the Superintendent #OPC #OPCLeadLearn