One of the most important ways parents/guardians and community members can make a meaningful difference for students is by participating on the school council. Under the Education Act, a school council is a collective association designed to advise the principal and the CBE Board of Trustees on matters related to the school. School councils have legislated advisory and decision-making authority defined within the Education Act and the School Councils Regulation. They are different from Parent Societies & Associations, whose main function is to raise funds for the school. You can find more details in the CBE School Council Handbook.
Upcoming Meeting Dates
About Our School Council
Every parent of a child in our school is a member of the School Council and all are encouraged to attend the informal monthly meetings held in the school learning commons. The meetings will be the third Wednesday of each month. Check our yearly calendar for the specific dates. School Council works together with school staff to enhance our children’s learning environment. Volunteer parents, through the Council, assist the school in meeting its needs and goals.
Meeting Dates/Schedule
Meetings are typically held monthly. Invitations and links are sent to parents and guardians in advance of each meeting.
Additional CBE Resources
- CBE School Council page
- CBE School Council Handbook
- CBE Connections | For school communities
- CBE Administrative Regulation 5001 – School Councils and School/Parent Societies
- School Councils Regulation 94/2019
- Social Media Guidelines for School Councils
- Alberta School Councils' Association (ASCA) website