School Councils: through their active participation of the
membership, composed primarily of parents, work to improve
student achievement and well-being through making
recommendations to school principals. Parent Involvement
Committee (PIC): a system-level advisory body to HPEDSB working
to support, encourage, and enhance meaningful parent engagement
in schools. Parents Reaching Out Grants: School Councils can
apply for funding to support school-based projects that help
parents/guardians become more engaged in schools. Special
Education Advisory Committee (SEAC): this is a forum for
representatives from provincial parent associations to share
ideas, compare strategies and address common concerns related to
students with special education needs. Mental Health Literacy
Strategy: a Mental Health Leader is providing leadership and
coordination within the board and community in the area of
school mental health. Community Partnerships: HPEDSB continues
to partner with communities and community organizations that co