ELECTION
DETAILS
Elect: George
M. George
Public School Board Trustee:
York Region District School Board
Ward 7 & 8 (Area 4)
Monday, November 13, 2006
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
"As both a
teacher with over 31 years of experience with the
Toronto District School Board and President of the
Vedic Cultural Centre (Kennedy Road and 14th Avenue
in Markham), I wholeheartedly endorse and support
George M. George as Trustee for the York Region
District School Board. Over the past twenty years
that I have known George both professionally and
personally, he has demonstrated time and again his
strong commitment to students and the community. He
has a keen understanding of the issues facing the
Public School system with a focus on positive
action."
—Amar Chand Erry,
President of the Vedic Cultural Centre (4345 14th
Ave.)
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CONTACT
ME
Phone: (905)
471-8929
E-mail:
voteforgmgeorge@gmail.com
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ROLES
AS
A TRUSTEE
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Trustees are
empowered under the Education Act to set policy for
the operation of all Public Schools in York Region:
- I will work with
the school administration and will provide
support in order to have a safe learning
environment for our students, more embracing of
diversity issues in both our changing world and
local community.
- I value the
diversity and multiculturalism of our community.
- I desire to
build partnerships with community and the York
Region District School Board in order to improve
the lives of our students.
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WHY
VOTE
FOR
ME...
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26
years of Service Experience in the Canadian
Public School System. You need a candidate who
can deliver that level of service for the next
four years.
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I am
very knowledgeable of the relevant issues in
York Region and can provide a high level of
service right away and as such, I am the best
choice for the position of trustee.
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- Strong belief in
the importance of equity and diversity in the
school system and translating these principles
into tangible action.
- Extensive
experience in acting as a liaison between union
and management in the Education sector.
- High level of
knowledge and experience dealing with the
policies and procedures of academic
environments.
- Excellent
interpersonal and team building skills,
experienced and knowledgeable regarding modern
operation and maintenance of the building and
learning environment.
- Very strong
supervisory skills; ability to direct, guide and
motivate staff.
- A knowledgeable
team player who is committed to providing a high
level of service to the students, staff and the
community at large.
- Demonstrated a
high standard and quality of work. I have earned
a reputation for being diligent, honest,
straightforward and effective when dealing with
sensitive issues.
- Excellent
trouble-shooter who is an effective listener. I
work with others to find and implement solutions
and develop strong working relationships.
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QUALIFICATIONS
AND
EXPERIENCE
Bachelor of Science,
University of Kerala, India, Stationary Engineer 3rd
Class, Facility Management Administration (FMA) four
of seven courses completed, Human Resources
Management Certificate, Advanced Human Resource
Certificate(two of four courses completed), Micro
computers, Microsoft Outlook, Tescor, Tac Control,
Johnson Control, Enera Training, SAP R/3 Training
Course PM-01-Core Users and part of Building Environmental System |
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26 years of experience within the Canadian
Public School System (Toronto District School
Board)
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Delivering property management (operations, maintenance and
construction ) services to approximately 25 schools and facilities)
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Responsible for an annual budget of
approximately 10 million dollars
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Ensure that school and centres are safe, clean
and well maintained according to standards and
building regulations.
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Responsible for
ensuring that an appropriate level of
communication with the community is maintained
with all who use the facilities, including but
not limited to students, parents staff and the
community at large
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Leadership and
direction of approximately 100 staff
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Establish client
requirements through meetings with principals
and school superintendents
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Services are
provided in a timely manner
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Optimize the use of
allocated resources, including planning,
delivery and evaluation of services.
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Administer the
acquisition, distribution and use of resources
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Oversee the
operations of building systems, including
mechanical/electrical systems, building
automation systems and energy conservation
measures.
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Report on
conditions, activities and problems to
management and respond to emergency situations.
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Coordinate school
building services
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Provide leadership
to a multidisciplinary team
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Plan staffing needs
and requirements to ensure acceptable service
levels
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Participate in the
development and delivery of staff development
programs
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Administer
collective agreements relating to the unions
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Assure applicable
work processes are documented and followed
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