School Community Councils (SCC's)

School Community Councils, which include parents, school employees, and the principal, play a crucial role in improving student achievement. Councils analyze data and develop School LAND Trust Plans that allocate funds to address academic needs, while also aiming to involve parents in school-level decisions and enhance the overall educational environment.

Encourage parent engagement and provide meaningful input on school specific issues.
Review and understand data to identify areas where students excel and where they struggle.
Identify specific academic needs and challenges faced by students in the school.
Develop a School LAND Trust Plan that outlines how funds will be used to address student needs and improve academic achievement. This includes:
- Defining academic area(s) of focus
- Setting specific and measurable goals
- Establishing measurement tools to assess goal achievement
- Outlining action steps
- Determining expenditures that support classroom instruction and student achievement
Receive input from local school community and make recommendations on school related initiatives to their Local School Board and Administration. This includes:
- District and school programs
- School safety
- Safe technology use
- Digital citizenship
- Issues related to community environment for students
- Positive Behavior Plan
- Curriculum

To participate effectively in this important work, it is essential to stay informed about key dates and deadlines. The timeline below highlights important milestones related to council elections, submission of the School LAND Trust Plan, and other required council activities.

School LAND Trust Program Timeline for School Community Council Members

This section of the website provides the information and resources that you will need to be a successful council member. Learn about your role, responsibilities, and how to make a difference at your school.

General Program Information

Plan Writing

Rules of Order and Procedure