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Vancouver school board reviews reports at final public meeting of its term
At its Sept. 23, 2026, public meeting, the Vancouver School Board reviewed district and student updates, approved audited financial statements and learning plans, and heard two public questions about student enrolment.
The Vancouver School Board held its final public meeting of the 2022-2026 term on Sept. 23, 2026. Trustees received updates on initiatives across the district and student experiences, approved several reports and plans, and heard public questions about student enrolment. The livestream recording is available at https://www.youtube.com/live/88M9XA0ztBQ, and the full agenda package is at https://media.vsb.bc.ca/media/Default/medialib/open-board-meeting-agenda-2026-sep-23.f57e1392091.pdf.
The superintendent’s update covered the start of the 2026-27 school year, including summer learning opportunities, professional learning for school leaders and major facilities improvements completed over the summer. It also outlined progress in Indigenous learning and belonging, literacy, inclusive education and emerging technologies. Major capital projects were completed, including the seismic upgrade at Grenfell Elementary. The update is available at https://media.vsb.bc.ca/media/Default/medialib/20260909_supt-update_sep.b1102492771.pdf.
The board approved the audited financial statements for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. External auditors reported no significant issues arising from the audit. Trustees also approved the 2025-26 Framework for Enhancing Student Learning (FESL) Annual Report for submission to the Ministry of Education and Child Care, and adopted school learning plans.
Student Trustee Freddie Zhang shared updates on student activities, engagement and leadership opportunities across the Vancouver School Board. During public question period, the board chair addressed two questions related to student enrolment.