Committees
Committees
Standing committees are established to assist with governance of the school district. Committee meetings are open to the public and media.
Meetings begin at 4:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
Have a question?
The Board appreciates your interest in the proceedings. If you have a question regarding an agenda item, please submit your question prior to the meeting by email to: [email protected]
Please include your name, affiliation or partner group, and contact information. A staff member will read your question to the Board. If your question is not answered during the meeting, a written response will be provided.
Standing Committees
Business Committee of the Whole
Chair: Linda Van Alphen
Meeting time: 4:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted
The Business Committee of the Whole reviews business-related matters before they proceed to the Board of Education.
Education Committee of the Whole
Chair: Karen Botsford
Meeting time: 4:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted
The Education Committee of the Whole reviews education-related matters before they proceed to the Board of Education.
2026-27 Committee Meeting Schedule
Agendas and minutes will be posted below as they become available.
| Month | Business Committee of the Whole | Education Committee of the Whole |
|---|---|---|
| September 2026 | No meeting scheduled | No meeting scheduled |
| October 2026 | No meeting scheduled | No meeting scheduled |
| November 2026 | No meeting scheduled | No meeting scheduled |
| December 2026 | No meeting scheduled | No meeting scheduled |
| January 2027 | January 19, 2027 siyáʔ House 4:00 p.m. |
January 20, 2027 siyáʔ House 4:00 p.m. |
| February 2027 | February 16, 2027 siyáʔ House 4:00 p.m. |
February 17, 2027 School Visit 11:30 a.m. |
| March 2027 | No meeting scheduled | No meeting scheduled |
| April 2027 | April 20, 2027 siyáʔ House 4:00 p.m. |
April 21, 2027 School Visit 11:30 a.m. |
| May 2027 | May 18, 2027 siyáʔ House 4:00 p.m. |
May 19, 2027 siyáʔ House 4:00 p.m. |
| June 2027 | June 22, 2027 siyáʔ House 4:00 p.m. |
June 23, 2027 siyáʔ House 4:00 p.m. |
2026-27 Agendas, Minutes and Board Reports
Agenda packages, minutes, and board reports will be posted as they become available.
Business Committee of the Whole
| Meeting Date | Agenda Package | Minutes | Board Report |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 19, 2027 | To be posted | To be posted | To be posted |
| February 16, 2027 | To be posted | To be posted | To be posted |
| April 20, 2027 | To be posted | To be posted | To be posted |
| May 18, 2027 | To be posted | To be posted | To be posted |
| June 22, 2027 | To be posted | To be posted | To be posted |
Education Committee of the Whole
| Meeting Date | Agenda Package | Minutes | Board Report |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 20, 2027 | To be posted | To be posted | To be posted |
| May 19, 2027 | To be posted | To be posted | To be posted |
| June 23, 2027 | To be posted | To be posted | To be posted |
Archived Committee Agendas and Reports
Previous years' agenda packages, minutes, and board reports are available below.
Committee Archives
Place archived committee agenda packages, minutes, and board reports here.
Committee and Liaison Appointments
December 2025 to November 2026
| Committee | Committee Representatives |
|---|---|
| BCSTA Provincial Council | Trustee Botsford; Trustee Clarke, Alternate |
| B.C. Public School Employers' Association Representative Council | Trustee Van Alphen; Trustee Palanio, Alternate |
| Indigenous Education Planning Council | Trustee Van Raes; Trustee Van Alphen, Alternate |
| Curriculum Development Advisory Committee | Trustee Van Alphen; Trustee Palanio, Alternate |
| Penticton and Wine Country Chamber of Commerce | Trustee Van Raes; Trustee Palanio, Alternate |
| Penticton Bursary and Scholarship Foundation | Trustee Botsford; Trustee Clarke, Alternate |
| Pro D Committee | Trustee Stathers; Trustee Clarke, Alternate |
| Summerland Child and Youth Committee | Trustee Van Alphen; Trustee Stathers, Alternate |
| District of Summerland Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee | Trustee Stathers; Trustee Van Alphen, Alternate |
| District Wellness Committee | Trustee Botsford; Trustee Sheppard, Alternate |
DPAC Representative
- January: Trustee Clarke
- February: Trustee Van Raes
- April: Trustee Palanio
- May: Trustee Stathers
- June: Trustee Van Alphen
- September: Trustee Sheppard
- October: Trustee Botsford
- November: Trustee Palanio