215: Community Partnerships
Responsible Administrator: Superintendent
PURPOSE
Strong community partnerships are integral to building strong schools and strong communities.
Sturgeon Public Schools believes that community partnerships encourage schools to:
- Cooperate with community agencies in the development of programs and services.
- Establish and maintain close communication with families in the neighbourhood.
- Reflect on Division and Community Values.
- Contribute to a strong community in support of public education.
PROCESS
The Superintendent or designate will be responsible to administer this Administrative Procedure.
PROCEDURE
- All partnerships with the Division or at the school level require the approval of the Superintendent
- Before granting approval, the Superintendent will inform the Board of significant proposed community partnerships.
- All partnerships must be evaluated annually.
- The extent of the implementation of community school projects or programs will be subject to the availability of funds and compliance with other Administrative Procedures.
References:
Board Policy: 605 Use of School Buildings
Admin Procedure: 320 Volunteers
History
2020 Jan 29 Initial Approval
2022 Mar 23 Amended
Administrative Procedures II. School Board Governance and Operations