School councils are structured groups of parents, principals, teachers, and community representatives who work together to effectively support and enhance student learning.
They provide a means for members of the school community to consult with and advise the principal and the school board.
The Government of Alberta recognizes the value of parents and the community to be engaged in the education of children, and requires school councils in every school operated by a school board in Alberta.
It is through school council that parents, community members and school staff have a means of participating in decisions that impact student learning success.
A school council is a vehicle to support meaningful parental involvement in decisions that affect the school and its operations.
School council provides the venue for parents to reflect the wishes of the broader community for the education of its students and to actively participate in giving advice and support to the principal in the operations of the school.
CORE ACTIVITIES:
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Advises the principal and the board on educational issues that pertain to the school
Establishes and reviews school council's goals, objectives, action plans and procedures
Communicates and consults with parents and the school community
Meets regularly about once a month to discuss current topics.
COMMITTEES:
Playground Committee
We are looking to add to our playground committee! This is a group dedicated to planning for a new inclusive playground and ensuring the one that we currently have is safe and up to date with all codes. If you are interested in being part of this group please contact Jill Lyon: jillianraelyon@gmail.com
Garden Committee
We are looking to add to our garden committee! This is a group dedicated to school beautification through adding native grass, visual root gardens and making the outdoor classroom more functional. If you are interested in joining this group please contact Nancy Nolan: nancy@lambtasticfarms.com
ESTABLISHED
SCHOOL
COUNCILS:
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Focus on what is best for all students in the school
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Consider the interests of all school stakeholders.
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Maintain and reflect the culture of the school.
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Represent the parent voice in the school community.
(From Alberta School Councils' Association)
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Casino coming up April 25 & 26!
We are looking for volunteers to work the VPE Casino event on Saturday April 25 to Sunday April 26 at the ACE Casino Blackfoot in Calgary
This is our schools primary fundraiser and allows the school to provide exciting opportunities to our kids
When is the VPE Casino Event?
Saturday, April 25th, 2026
Sunday, April 26th 2026
Where is the VPE Casino Event?
ACE Casino Blackfoot
4040 Blackfoot Trail SE,
Calgary, AB
T2G 4E6
What is the VPE Casino Event?
The Casino event is our school's primary fundraiser! Casino funds provide exciting opportunities to our students, which would otherwise not be available.
To name just a few examples:
New sports equipment
Upgraded sound system
Trickster Theatre, Clay For Kids, Scientists in School
Library commons furniture
Student headphones
No experience is needed to join the volunteer team for our VPE Casino event. You must be over 18 years of age. It’s interesting and a lot of fun – and a great opportunity to get to know new people in your school community. Don’t be intimidated if you have not worked at a Volunteer Casino before! They train volunteers for each role, and help you with each new task.
While you’re having fun in a vibrant, dynamic environment, you’ll be making a difference for the students, staff and parents of our community elementary school.
Photo ID must be presented and on your person when volunteering. Persons are ineligible to volunteer at a casino if, within the last 5 years, they have been charged with (or convicted of) a criminal offence or been imprisoned.
Join us today!
Stop in at the next school council meeting in the art room and follow us on social media to keep up to date on news!
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Resources:
Stay up to date on all things VPE with Edsby:
The Alberta School Councils of Councils is a great resource for many things
including information and free courses etc.
2025-26 VPE Education Plan:
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