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(SSC) School Site Council

School Site Council FAQS

What is a School Site Council (SSC)?

A School Site Council (SSC) is group of teachers, parents, administrators, and interested community members who work together to develop and monitor a school's improvement plan.
 
Who represents a SSC?
➢ Principal
➢ Teachers
➢ Other School Personnel
➢ Parents or Community Members
 
What does a School Site Council do?
➢ Develops and approves the Single Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA).
➢ Sets and/or reviews school goals and selects specific improvements.
➢ Establishes budgets based upon the SPSA.
➢ Reviews, modifies, monitors, and evaluates the implementation of SPSA and resulting student achievement.
➢ Assesses effectiveness of planned strategies, activities and remedies.
➢ Encourages broad representation of parents, community members, and teachers.
➢ Develops and oversees Title I Parent Involvement Policy.
 
What is the main goal for SSC?
To develop a Single Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) for the school every year.
 
How do I get involved?
➢ If you are a parent, guardian or community member, you will need to be elected by the parents and guardians of the students.
➢ Elections may use ballots or voice vote. Election procedures should be outlined in the bylaws of the SSC.
➢ SSC seats are not reserved for any group or individual (nondiscrimination policies must be observed.)