Administrative Procedure: 380
STUDENTS’ COUNCIL
Background
The experience of participation in Students’ Councils and Students’ Council activities within schools is supportive and complementary to the education of students and can contribute to the preparation of students to become socially responsible citizens in a changing world. The District, therefore, encourages the formation of Students’ Councils in schools and encourages the membership of Students’ Councils to reflect the diversity of the school community.
Procedures
1. The Principal has final authority over all Students’ Councils activities.
2. When appropriate, Students’ Councils will operate according to an acceptable constitution.
2.1 Students’ Council may develop a constitution.
2.2 The Students’ Council constitution and any amendments shall be filed with and approved by the Principal.
3. When appropriate, Students’ Councils must operate within the framework of acceptable financial practices.
3.1 An annual Students’ Council financial statement shall be filed with the Principal.
3.2 The Principal shall report Students’ Council fund activities as part of the annual report required under Administrative Procedure 520 – Fund Raising Activities.
4. Appropriate teacher guidance will be provided to Students’ Councils.
4.1 One (1) or more teachers shall be appointed as Students’ Council advisors.
Reference: Sections 20, 22, 65, 85 School Act
Revised: May 31, 2022