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Councils are just one part of the Education Reform Movement.
They were created by Governor Barnes through HB 1187, also known
as The A+ Reform Act of 2000.
The purposes of School Councils are
to:
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Improve and increase parental
participation in education;
Improve communication between parents and the community with the
school;
Bring schools and communities together in the spirit of
cooperation;
Solve difficult education problems;
Share ideas for school improvement;
Provide support for teachers and administrators; and
Advise school leaders.
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School Council members should: |
Maintain a school-wide
perspective;
Participate in monthly School Council meetings;
Participate in training programs;
Act as a link between the Council and the community;
Work to improve student achievement; and
Encourage the participation of parents and others within the
school community.
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The School Council is made up of: |
The principal of the school;
Two teachers elected by the teachers of the school;
Two parents elected by the parents of the school;
One business person selected by the principal, the two teacher
members, and the two parent members; and
One business person selected by the Board of Education.
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