*Event will be live on School Day on Tuesday, September 8th
School Council - Elections and First Meeting - September 22nd
Nominations can be made in person at the school (ask at the office for a form), are anonymous and you can nominate yourself or someone else for a position. If you are nominating someone, please ensure they are interested in the position and have agreed to your nomination. The person you nominate must be available to be present at the meeting. Your nomination does not count as a vote; you must be present to vote. Nominations are due by 11am on Tuesday, September 22nd. You will also be able to nominate yourself or someone else at the meeting.
Positions for election are:
Chair
This person works closely with the school principal, school staff and parents to enrich the education of all students. Additionally, they preside over and conduct monthly council meetings, set agendas and schedule meetings (in consultation with the Principal). Receives documentation from board and keeps council advised of board decisions, activities etc. Supports programs, initiatives and activities led by other council members.
Vice Chair (or Co-Chair)
Presides at meetings in the absence of the chair or upon the incumbent’s inability to serve. Responsible for overseeing all sponsored events and programs.
Treasurer
Works with the council and coordinators in developing an operating budget, keeps a full and accurate account of receipts and expenditures and serves as the liaison with the LDSB. Additional responsibilities include depositing/disbursing funds on behalf of the council, the preparation of monthly financial statements, and the preparation & filing of all necessary financial reports, where applicable.
Secretary
Attends scheduled council meetings, records, maintains and distributes minutes of meetings, keeps non-financial records of council.
Indigenous Representative
This is a newer position with the School Council and will evolve and grow organically.
Fundraising Coordinator
Plans, manages fundraising activities of council. Works closely with treasurer and often works with a subcommittee.
PIC Representative
Plans, manages fundraising activities of council. Works closely with treasurer and often works with a subcommittee.
More information about School Councils, including a toolkit of information, can be found on the Limestone District School Board website at: https://www.limestone.on.ca/school-council