Parent Advisory Councils (PACs)
The PAC is the legislated parent voice at the school level advising on any matter relevant to the school. The PAC represents the collective view of parents of children in the school.
As a result of recent changes to the School Act, parent advisory councils are now responsible for electing parent representatives to school planning councils. They also work with school principals to promote effective two-way communication between the school, the parent community and School Planning Councils.
All parents and guardians of children in a school are automatically members of that school's PAC and entitled to attend and vote at general meetings. A school's principal or vice-principal and a teacher representative may also attend PAC meetings. Some PACs, especially at the secondary level, have a student representative as well.
School Planning Councils (SPCs)
The purpose of School Planning Councils is to formally acknowledge the importance of parental involvement in improving student achievement. Many schools and districts have already developed thoughtful approaches to involving parents in planning - both at the school and the district level. School Planning Councils are intended to formalize the role of parents in all schools in British Columbia. The School Planning Council is an advisory body. The major responsibility of School Planning Councils is to consult with the school community in developing, monitoring, and reviewing school plans for improving student achievement.
School Community It is important that the School Planning Council be active and reach out to all members of the school community. The school community consists of all parents, students, administrators, teachers and support staff. School plans should reflect the characteristics, values, and needs of the school community.
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