One of the most important ways parents/guardians and community members can make a meaningful difference for students is by participating on the school council. Under the Education Act, a school council is a collective association designed to advise the principal and the CBE Board of Trustees on matters related to the school. School councils have legislated advisory and decision-making authority defined within the Education Act and the School Councils Regulation. They are different from Parent Societies & Associations, whose main function is to raise funds for the school. You can find more details in the CBE School Council Handbook.
Upcoming Meeting Dates
Meeting Agendas & Minutes
About Our School Council
All parents and guardians are invited to participate in School Council and the Dr E.P. Scarlett Parents and Alumni Association (“Friends of Scarlett”) meetings throughout the school year. School Council meetings are an opportunity for parents to provide input into school decision making and to hear about the schools’ plans and activities, as well as those of the CBE. Meetings often open with a “focus topic” or parent education session, with topics selected based on parent preferences. All of our meetings take place virtually, using the Zoom app at start at 7 p.m.. Meeting details are emailed in the school newsletter prior to the meeting.
Contact Our School Council
Email: epscarlettschoolcouncil@gmail.com
If you would like to get involved in any capacity or if you have suggestions for focus topics or matters that you think should be discussed at School Council, you can contact the executive at: epscarlettschoolcouncil@gmail.com
School Council Members
Chair: Madelyne P.
Vice Chair:
Treasurer: Sheila H.
Secretary: Tara W.
Co-Secretary:
Council of School Council and Co-Secretary: Barbara M.
Members at Large: Leanne S.
Members at Large: Lori V.
Casino Coordinator: Liliana K
Fun Lunch Coordinator: Faye G
Additional CBE Resources
- CBE School Council page
- CBE School Council Handbook
- CBE Connections | For school communities
- CBE Administrative Regulation 5001 – School Councils and School/Parent Societies
- School Councils Regulation 94/2019
- Social Media Guidelines for School Councils
- Alberta School Councils' Association (ASCA) website