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PIC Spring Event 2017: Engaging Families for Student Achievement

March 2, 2017

GUELPH, Ontario – Parents and staff are invited to attend the UGDSB Parent Involvement Committee’s spring event: Engaging Families for Student Achievement.

The event will be held on April 26, 2017, from 5 to 8 p.m., at Centre Wellington District High School in Fergus.

A presentation by Nancy-Angevine-Sands, OCT, will be one of the main focuses of the event.

Family engagement is a critical factor in student achievement. Research tells us that engagement is most effective when it occurs in the home, supporting learning. However, most school council work takes place within the school. If the activities are not meaningful and relevant to the family, participation may be limited.

The presentation will provide participants with guidelines and tools for school council work that builds family capacity to support learning in the home.

Schools are encouraged to register four attendees, ideally a team consisting of a principal/vice-principal, teacher, parent member of the school council and an additional parent from the school community. If there is room, additional parents may register closer to the event date.

The event will include:

Please register by completing the form found on the PIC website and sending it to Lynne McInnis by March 31, 2017.

Fax registration to: 519-822-5894 Attn: Lynne McInnis or email to: [email protected]

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