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The review, ordered by the Ministry of Education and Child Care (MECC) and conducted by Safer Schools Together (SST), explored the day-to-day experience in schools across SD 27 in response to questions of safety and inclusivity. \u201cIt\u2019s a big move forward moment for us,\u201d said Cheryl Lenardon, superintendent of SD 27, following the publication of an executive summary on the report in May. The 171-page report is currently being analyzed and redacted for privacy by ministry staff. 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