School Councils and Home and School Associations play a vital role in the education system in Ontario. They provide a forum through which parents/guardians and other members of school communities can contribute to improving student achievement and school performance.
Mission
The mission of the Southside School Council and the Home and School Association is to foster an inviting, inclusive, and vibrant environment for the entire Southside family of students, parents and staff. We strive to create a welcoming environment for all members of the community, to celebrate successes and promote school-wide engagement.
Who We Are
The Southside School Council and Home and School Association is comprised of parents, members of the community, the principal, teachers and support staff who are committed to enhancing our students' experience at school.
Through regularly scheduled meetings, members meet and discuss issues vital to our education community. Members are encouraged to attend regular monthly meetings and frequently communicate via internet. Those unable to attend may choose to receive copies of meeting agendas and minutes via email.
How to Help
There is an open invitation to join us whenever possible. Schools work best when parents, communities and schools work together! We would like to increase parent involvement and would like to hear from you to better serve the needs of our school community. We look forward to seeing you there. Check the school's monthly newsletters for dates/times.
No Time to Attend Regular Meetings but Still Want to Participate?
- Volunteer to help organize/run one of our fundraisers
- Help from home: co-ordinate one of our additional fundraising efforts
School Council Executive
Meeting Dates 2019/2020 starts at 6:15 pm in the school library
2019: Sept. 16, Oct. 7, Nov. 4 – 2020: Jan. 13, Feb. 3, Apr. 6, Jun 1
Chair: Dawne Russell
Vice Chair: Shawna Buchan
Secretary: Blythe Scurr
Treasurer: Lauren Musson
School Staff Representatives: Stef Eygenraam, Juliana Redigonda, Cathy VanRompaey
Home and School Rep: Melissa Wilson
Community Rep: OPEN
School Council Minutes
Home and School Executive
Meeting dates 2019/2020 commences immediately following the School Council in the school library.
2019: Sept 16, Oct 7, Nov.4 2020: Feb. 3, Apr.6, Jun. 1
Chair: Lauren Musson
Vice Chair: Blythe Scurr
Secretary: Ashly Cowen
Treasurer: Jenn Wade
Parent Rep: Melissa Wilson
Home and School Minutes
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