PARENT/GUARDIAN INVOLVEMENT

The Board believes that parents/guardians are partners in the education of their children and have rights and responsibilities to work with the school and district in support of their children’s education. 

The Board recognizes that the most effective education for students occurs when parents/guardians are active partners.  Collaborative partnerships between school staff and parents contribute to the important conditions that enable students to realize their potential, be successful, and become lifelong learners.

Guiding Principles

1. Parents/guardians have the right and responsibility to be involved in their child’s education.
2. The Board respects and supports the rights afforded to parents/guardians through the School Act, as well as other applicable legislation.
3. The Board is committed to an environment that respects the inherent diversity of the community in which we work and learn.
4. The Board believes schools are learning communities which involve students, staff, parents/guardians and the broader community.
5. The Board believes students are most successful when parents/guardians and the school work cooperatively to:
   1. Create a supportive and positive learning environment;
   2. Be engaged in regular communication about student progress;
   3. Solve any problems which may arise;
   4. Participate in school and district processes including, where appropriate, the work of committees.