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12 Quick Homework Tips

Posted on February 14, 2021 by Parents Engaged In Education

Children are more successful in school when parents actively participate and show interest in their homework — it shows children that what they do is important. Try using these 12 quick homework tips to help your child be more successful. Know the teachers and what they are looking for. Setup a homework-friendly workspace. Schedule a

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9 Helpful Tips To Consider When Planning Your Fundraising Strategies

Posted on October 10, 2017 by Theresa Pastore

Fundraising is a hot topic. Whether the school is in charge or the school council runs the projects fundraising can come with its set of rewards and challenges. There is much debate about the schools in more affluent neighbourhoods being able to raise thousands of dollars and those in financially challenged neighbourhoods not being in the same position. While

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How to Create a School Council Handbook

Posted on October 9, 2017 by Theresa Pastore

A good school council handbook is a valuable tool for all members of the council. It is a living document for current members and a great resource for new members coming onto school council each year. When compiling your school council handbook you may wish to include the following information: An overview of the school. This is

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What Roles and Responsibilities Make Up a Good School Council Treasurer

What Roles and Responsibilities Make Up a Good School Council Secretary

Posted on September 26, 2017 by Theresa Pastore

The school council secretary’s role is more than just taking minutes and posting the meeting agenda. At first glance, the role of school council secretary seems straightforward: You type up the meeting agendas and prepare minutes from each meeting. But school council secretaries are often assigned additional responsibilities that make the job more interesting, more

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What Roles and Responsibilities Make Up a Good School Council Treasurer

Posted on September 25, 2017 by Theresa Pastore

A lot of people have asked if you need to be an accountant to be a school council treasurer. The simple answer is no. Having an accounting background can be helpful, but it is not necessary. Here is everything you need to know and more about how to be an effective school council treasurer. Qualities:

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