One of the most important ways parents/guardians and community members can make a meaningful difference for students is by participating on the school council. Under the Education Act, a school council is a collective association designed to advise the principal and the CBE Board of Trustees on matters related to the school. School councils have legislated advisory and decision-making authority defined within the Education Act and the School Councils Regulation. They are different from Parent Societies & Associations, whose main function is to raise funds for the school. You can find more details in the CBE School Council Handbook.
Upcoming Meeting Dates
25/26 Meeting Dates:
- September 17 (Face-to-face/virtual)
- October 15 – AGM (Face-to-face/virtual)
- November 19 (Virtual)
- December 17 (Virtual)
- February 18 (Face-to-face/virtual)
- March 18 (Face-to-face/virtual)
- May 20 (Face-to-face/virtual)
About Our School Council
Our School Council had 6 meetings in the school year. We represent EMHS at COSC (Council of School Councils) meetings, and with our Trustee. We provide financial support to the school to support learning, community and sports. We utilized the Alberta Student Society $500 grant. It was used for books, and they are in the school library. We organized a staff appreciation catered lunch, mostly paid for by donations from parents. We maintain a close working relationship with school administration, support them, and promote school experiences for students. We support the school when funds are needed.
Meeting Schedule
Council meetings are held at 6:00 PM on Wednesday night.
Contact Our School Council
Facebook: Review the latest information on school council activities on our Facebook page.
Email: If you have any questions, or would like to contribute to any council activities please feel free to contact EMHighParentCouncil@gmail.com
School Council Members
Co-Chair: Sabrina
Vice-Chair: Sandra and Brandi
Treasurer: George
Secretary: Shannon
Additional CBE Resources
- CBE School Council page
- CBE School Council Handbook
- CBE Connections | For school communities
- CBE Administrative Regulation 5001 – School Councils and School/Parent Societies
- School Councils Regulation 94/2019
- Social Media Guidelines for School Councils
- Alberta School Councils' Association (ASCA) website