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Zoom Tips for Your School Council Meeting

Posted on January 10, 2021 by Parents Engaged In Education

Chances are you have been using Zoom for your online school council meetings or even to meet with family and friends during this pandemic. Whether you are new to videoconferencing or have been doing it for months now, there’s always room for making your virtual meetings smoother and more enjoyable. If you haven’t done a

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January – School Councils Let’s Shake Things Up!

Posted on January 7, 2020 by Theresa Pastore

January is a great time to “shake things up” for your school council. With the holidays behind us and an exciting next half of the school year ahead, this month is an opportunity to celebrate the work that has been accomplished so far and plan for the next few months. Here are some ideas to

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10 School Council Tips to Kick Off January

Posted on January 6, 2020 by Theresa Pastore

Here are 10 quick tips that may help councils get ready for the second half of the school year. January is the perfect time to regroup and get focused. Host a parent “Welcome to 2020” coffee and donuts (or healthy snacks) opportunity for parents and volunteers. This is a great opportunity to increase participation in

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Adopt a School

Posted on February 28, 2019 by Theresa Pastore

“Adopt a School” – Could this be the solution to unbalanced fundraising abilities between schools? The topic of fundraising has been a hot button issue for schools, advisory councils and school boards for as many years as I have been a volunteer. I have been personally involved in these groups for well over 25 years.

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15 Dos and Don't for Parent Council Chairs

15 Do’s and Don’ts for Parent Council Chairs

Posted on November 7, 2018 by Parents Engaged In Education

Here are some dos and don’ts to help you get off to a rapid start and keep the momentum going all school year long. Do learn people’s names, and use them often. Don’t assume everyone knows who you are. Make an effort to introduce yourself. Do set a good example by following school policies and

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