Student Equity Inventory Findings 2009
HWDSB is committed to student equity. To ensure that every student reaches his/her full potential, it is important that schools provide relevant and supportive programming that meets the needs of learners from diverse communities. To determine the degree to which students perceive their school environments to be welcoming and inclusive for all, a Student Equity Inventory was administered in spring 2009. This survey provides opportunity for student voice, and allows the board to consider areas of strength and need related to issues of equity.
To view the Student Equity Inventory Report to Board 2010, click here.
Our Sincere Appreciation
Thank you to our students for their participation in the Student Equity Inventory. In addition, we wish to thank the staff and community for their support and many contributions that made the inventory possible.
Student Equity Inventory
HWDSB is committed to student equity. To ensure that every student reaches his or her full potential, it is important to hear from students about their school experiences in relation to their diverse characteristics so that school-level programming for students from our many communities can be enhanced.
The Student Equity Inventory is asking students about their perceived academic progress, school climate, aspirations, and experiences with discrimination. It also asks for information about their diverse characteristics (culture, language, faith, exceptionalities, sexual orientation). With parent consent, every secondary school student in grade 10 and 11 will be invited to participate.
Survey participation is voluntary and anonymous
The Student Equity Inventory will be administered between May and June, 2009. In order to participate, parents must provide active and written consent. Students with consent may choose whether or not they want to participate. They may skip items or withdraw at any time.
Once all schools have completed the Student Equity Inventory, E-BEST, the board’s research department, will prepare individual school reports and an overall district summary.
Additional Information for Parents and Students:
- Questions and Answers
- To view a special Equity and Excellence for All edition of The Virtual Blackboard, click here.
- To see McMaster University's Research Ethics Board's Ethics Approval Certificate for the Student Equity Inventory, click here. To see McMaster University's Research Ethics Board's Ethics Approval Certificate for the Student Equity Inventory, click here. This study has been reviewed and approved by the McMaster University Research Ethics Board. If you have concerns or questions about your rights as a participant or about the way the study is conducted, you may contact: McMaster Research Ethics Board Secretariat at 905-525-9140, ext. 23142 or email ethicsoffice@mcmaster.ca
- To view Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board’s Equity Policy, click here. Equity Policy Statement: Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board is committed to the principles of equity through inclusive programs, curriculum, services, and operations, in accordance with the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Education Act.
For more information, contact your Principal or Gail Belisario, Principal of Equity, 905-527-5092 ext.2315 or email info@hwdsb.on.ca.
