Resources

School Council News
The School Council News page is your destination for the latest updates, resources, key dates, and important information for school councils.
Read the latest news.

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.
 

To receive OCDSB newsletters, contact [email protected].

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



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