School Community Councils
Provided by: Government of Saskatchewan - Education
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Service Description
Every school in Saskatchewan has a School Community Council that involve parents, students, community members, and school staff, working together on issues that affect student learning and community well-being.
Works with parents and community members to:
- Share responsibility for the success and well-being of children and youth
- Encourage parent, community and youth engagement in school planning and improvement
Roles and responsibilities include:
- Encourage parent and community participation in education
- Developing a good understanding of the community including its needs, resources, supports and goals for student learning and well-being
- Cooperating with school staff to develop school-level plans
- Communicating annually with families and community members about activities and accomplishments
- Accounting publicly for money spent
- Participating in orientation, training, development, and networking opportunities
- Upholding confidentiality
- Following legislation, regulations, and board policies
Eligibility
Any parent or guardian of a student who attends the school or any community member who is an elector (as defined in The Local Government Election Act) and lives within the attendance area for that school is eligible to run for an elected position on the School Community Councils.
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Coverage Area
Saskatchewan
Languages Offered
English
Government of Saskatchewan – Ministry of Education
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