School Council News
The School Council News page is your destination for the latest updates, resources, key dates, and important information for school councils.
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OCDSB School Council Resources
The OCDSB provides resources and regular updates to assist school councils in preparing for and navigating through the school year.
Visit the OCDSB School Council webpage.
Resource Library
The School Council Resource Library offers guides and resources for school council operations, funds management, elections, meetings, insurance and more.
Explore the resources.
Ottawa Carleton Assembly of School Councils (OCASC)
OCASC is an umbrella organization for school councils and parents in the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB) to share share ideas, discuss current events and build community.
Visit the OCASC website.
Parent Involvement Committee (PIC)
The PIC promotes parent engagement and collaborates with the board to support student achievement and well-being. PIC provides resources and support to parents and School Councils.
Visit the PIC website.
For use to request funds to cover expenses or make a claim report (for WOM School Council use only).
OCDSB's School Council Website (Newsletters, Information, Updates)
Online Resources for Youth
Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa offers Youth Mental Health Walk-in Clinics for youth ages 12-20 years, or parents of teens and young adults.
Youth Service Bureau’s 24/7 Crisis Line – Crisis Line for Youth and anyone concerned about them. Supportive listening, crisis counselling, referrals and more – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year: 613-260-2360 or toll-free in Eastern Ontario at 1-877-377-7775
Kids Help Phone – free, anonymous, confidential phone and online counseling service for youth
Online Resources for Parents
Here are some useful links for parents interested in getting involved in their school and council.
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SAFE SCHOOLS
Ministry of Education: Making Ontario’s Schools Safer: What Parents Need to Know
Ministry of Education: Parents’ Guide to the Ontario Code of Conduct
Ministry of Education: Suspension and Expulsion: What Parents Need to Know
Ministry of Education: Progressive Discipline: A new approach to help make schools safer
Ministry of Education: Bullying: We Can All Help Stop It – A Guide for Parents of Elementary and Secondary School Students
OCDSB Safe Schools
HEALTHY SCHOOLS
Family Services Ottawa
Ottawa Public Health
OPHEA: Active Schools Program
Parent Resource Centre
OTTAWA-CARLETON SCHOOL BOARD REFERENCE PAGES
OCDSB Policies, Procedures and Forms
Continuing Education
Continuing Education: International Languages Elementary Program
Peanut Butter-less Lunch Ideas
School Food and Beverage Policy
OTTAWA-CARLETON ASSEMBLY OF SCHOOL COUNCILS
OCASC Main Site
PEOPLE FOR EDUCATION Website
Parent Support Line (1-888-534-3944)
COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Crystal Bay School
Bridlewood Community Association
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR SCHOOL COUNCILS
Ministry of Education: School Councils, A Guide For Members
Ontario Regulation 612/00 – School Councils
Ontario Regulation 298 – Operation of Schools – Duties of Principals
OCDSB School Council Resource Guide
OCDSB Policies and Procedures
OCDSB Policy P014.SCO: School Councils
OCDSB Procedure PR.509.SCO: School Council Elections, Constitution, and ByLaws
OCDSB: Policy P.052.SCO: Fundraising In Schools
OCDSB: Procedure PR.540.SCO: Fundraising In Schools
OCDSB: Policy P.067.SCO: Volunteers
OCDSB: Procedure PR.555.SCO: Volunteers
OCDSB: Policy P.133.FIN: Management of School Council Funds
OCDSB: Procedure PR.580.FIN: Management of School Council Funds