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School Community Councils

With guidance from state law and board policies, the school community council (SCC) makes important decisions that affect the
school. The SCC’s responsibilities include:

  •  Assisting in the development of the annual Student Success Plan
  • Recommending a plan for how the school will spend state LAND Trust monies1. Page 19 of 148
  • Evaluating and recommending improvements to the education programs and school environment
  • Assisting in the development and review of the school’s written standards for student behavior expectations
  • Discussing and addressing community concerns
  • Approving student fundraising activities
  • Providing input on TSSA funds

The SCC comprises:

  • School administration
  • School staff members
  • Parent or guardians of students in the school

Anyone is welcome to attend any meeting of the SCC. The SCC meets at least once a month or
more often if necessary. Meeting times will be set at the first meeting each school year. If you wish to
place an item on the agenda, please contact the principal or chair of the council prior to the meeting.
If you are interested in becoming a member of this council, please contact the principal or current
chair.

SCC voting members are elected in a manner prescribed by state law. Representation from
minority groups and all geographic areas of the school boundary should be considered in the selection
of members. Parent members shall exceed employee members by at least two.