The School Council Support Guide was published in September 2005 based on the input of Kawartha Pine Ridge principals and school council chairpersons. It was created in response to school council requests for clarification on roles and responsibilities and professional development. The back of the guide also contains tip sheets that will be added to on an ongoing basis.

School Council Support Guide - Full Document (PDF, 165 KB)

Tip Sheets:

Tip Sheet #01 - 10 ways to get your School Council off to a flying start! (PDF, 9 KB)
Tip Sheet #02 - Bringing a Group Together (PDF, 8 KB)
Tip Sheet #03 - How to recruit parents to your School Council (PDF, 12 KB)
Tip Sheet #04 - Encouraging Brainstorming (PDF, 9 KB)
Tip Sheet #05 - How to prepare an action plan using the SWOT process (PDF, 9 KB)
Tip Sheet #06 - How to plan a successful event (PDF, 10 KB)
Tip Sheet #07 - Event planning checklist (PDF, 12 KB)
Tip Sheet #08 - Making decisions by consensus or vote (PDF, 9 KB)
Tip Sheet #09 - Resolving conflict (PDF, 9 KB)
Tip Sheet #10 - Dealing With Difficult People (PDF, 9 KB)
Tip Sheet #11 - Managing School Council Funds (PDF, 9 KB)
Tip Sheet #12 - Volunteer Recognition (PDF, 9 KB)
Tip Sheet #13 - Great Fundraising Ideas! (PDF, 11 KB)
Tip Sheet #14 - Top 10 Fundraising Tips (PDF, 9 KB)
Tip Sheet #15 - Top 10 Things All Councils Should Know (PDF, 11 KB)
Tip Sheet #16 - Solving Educational Concerns - Who to Contact (PDF, 12 KB)
Tip Sheet #17 - How to Delegate (PDF, 8 KB)