Earlier this year, Ontario Education Minister Paul Calandra suggested removing elected trustees at local school boards, and he has already appointed supervisors to take over five of the province’s largest boards.

Calandra cites financial mismanagement as the reason behind his decision, and has warned the remaining school boards essentially to be on their best behaviour, or else they’re next.

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This move has sparked outcry from organizations and individuals across the province, but one Brockville-area trustee is subverting expectations and siding with the minister.

Jamie Schoular, chair of the Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB), agreed school boards should be “modernized,” and should appoint board members with comprehensive experience.

“I agree with the ministe

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