A Simcoe County District School Board trustee has been sanctioned following an integrity commissioner’s report that found she violated the board’s code of conduct.
The report revealed that Sarah Beitz made an unauthorized deputation to members of Council in New Tecumseth on September 11, of last year (2023).
While speaking to council…She discussed the site for a new Banting Memorial High School.
According to council, Beitz’s statements, contradicted previous – school board information and led to the rejection of the proposed site.
Despite attempts by board staff to prevent her from speaking, the delegation proceeded… breaching conduct guidelines.
Beitz will now receive a formal reprimand, complete professional development training, and must communicate with board staff through the director of education.