Sturgeon Public believes in the importance of strong school councils. School councils play a vital role in supporting schools and ensuring optimal learning can occur for all students. Section 55 of the Education Act ensures that each school will establish and maintain a school council.
Highlights from the Education Act:
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(2) The majority of the members of a school council must be parents of students enrolled in the school.
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(4) A school council may, at its discretion,
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(a) advise the principal and the board respecting any matter relating to the school,
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(b) perform any duty or function delegated to it by the board in accordance with the delegation,
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(c) consult with the principal so that the principal may ensure that students in the school have the opportunity to meet the standards of education set by the Minister,
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(d) consult with the principal so that the principal may ensure that the fiscal management of the school is in accordance with the requirements of the board and the superintendent
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School Council Members
Roles and Responsibilities - School Level (School Council and Principal only)
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Encourage participation of parents and representatives from the school community;
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Act as a link between the school council, parents and the community;
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Act in the best interest of the school and students;
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Ensure the executive positions of the school council are filled;
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Maintain high ethical standards; and
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Understand Board policies for Sturgeon Public Schools.
School Council
Roles and Responsibilities - School Level (School Council and Principal only)
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Advise the Principal respecting matters relating to the school (excluding personnel issues):
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School’s Education Plan (yearly goals that support vision, mission and values)
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Program Priorities (curriculum emphasis, options (CTF/CTS))
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Budget Allocations (resources that support education plan)
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School Code of Conduct
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Professional Development for School Council/Parent Fundraising Group
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Support and enhance student learning
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Establish and review school council’s goals, objectives, action plans and procedures
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Communicate and consult with parents and the school community
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Meet regularly
2025-2026 School Council meetings are held on the third Thursday of every month at 6:30 pm in the office at Legal Public School.