The Ontario Government is set to announce new legislation on school board changes, with implications for the role of trustees, particularly at the Ottawa Carleton District School Board (OCDSB). Education Minister Paul Calandra confirmed the announcement will occur on Monday, addressing the anxiety surrounding potential changes. Last June, the provincial government suspended trustee roles at several boards, including the OCDSB, citing financial mismanagement and replaced them with a provincially appointed supervisor. Calandra emphasized the need to restore direct control to the Ministry of Education, which has historically delegated responsibilities to school boards lacking the capacity to manage effectively. Parents, such as Cathy Varrette, advocate for the importance of educational assistants and smaller class sizes, hoping the new plans will enhance support for students with special needs. Elected trustee Lyra Evans expressed the necessity of maintaining elected positions for accountability and addressing local educational issues. The announcement is anticipated to clarify the future of trustees in Ontario's education system.