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Friday, Sept. 13, 8:30 am

What is School Council?

School councils provide advice, recommendations, and assistance to principals and local boards of education. The law details the composition of the council, its responsibilities, and procedures for conducting business.

Who Serves on a School Council?

School councils are comprised of a minimum of seven council members:

• The principal
• At least two certificated teachers elected by the teachers
• A number of parents (or guardians) elected by the parents, so that parents (or guardians) make up a majority of the council. At least 2 parents must be businesspersons
• Other members as specified in the council's bylaws

Councilmembers serve a term of two years, or for a term specified in the council's bylaws.

What are the Roles and Responsibilities of Council Members?

All members of the School Council must:

• Maintain a school-wide perspective on issues,
• Regularly participate in council meetings,
• Participate in information and training programs,
• Act as a link between the school council and the community,
• Encourage the participation of parents and others within the school community, and
• Work to improve student achievement and performance.

School councils are advisory bodies. They may provide advice and recommendations to the school principal and local board of education on any matter, including but not limited to:

• School board policies
• School improvement plans
• Curriculum and assessments
• Report cards issued and audits of the school conducted by the Office of Education Accountability
• Development of a school profile to the community
• School budget priorities, including school capital improvement plans
• School-community communication strategies
• Methods of involving parents and the community
• Extra-curricular activities
• School-based and community services
• Community use of the school facility
• Student discipline and attendance
• Reports regarding progress toward meeting the school's student achievement goals
• Methods and specifications for the delivery of early intervention services or other appropriate services for underachieving students

How do School Councils Conduct Business?

• Councils meet at least four times annually. The number of required meetings are specified in the council's bylaws.
• The officers of the school council are a chairperson, vice chairperson, and secretary. The chairperson must be a parent member.
• A majority of councilmembers present is considered a quorum for conducting business.
• All decisions are determined by a majority vote of the members.
• The council may appoint committees, study groups, and task forces.
• Meetings are subject to the Open Meetings Act.
• Records are subject to the Open Records Act.

Our first meeting of the year is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 13th at 8:30am.  

FBI Dad's Read 

Friday, September 13, 7:40 am

If you are interested in reading in a classroom, please meet in the school front lobby at 7:40 am on Friday, Sept. 13th. 

Further questions?  Please contact our Assistant Principal, Kendall Foster at kendall.foster@cobbk12.org. 

The National PTA Reflections program is now underway. Each year the National PTA sponsors a nationwide art contest to recognize the artistic talent of students in all grade levels (PreK- 12). Artists may compete in one or more of the following categories:  

• Dance Choreography             
• Film Production
• Literature
• Music Composition
• Photography
• Visual Arts

Artwork will be judged with special emphasis on how the art represents this year's theme: Believe, Dream, Inspire. Students will compete with other students at Nickajack within their grade category (PreK - 2 and 3-5). Winners will advance to the Jessye Coleman Council, then to the State and National levels.

For more information, student entry forms, and rules for participation, visit http://georgiapta.org/leadership-reflections.html or contact Renee LaPrade. 

**Deadline for entry is Thursday, September 26, 2013.**

Mondays:            Boot camp for K, 1, 2, and 3

Tuesdays:            Boot camp for 4 and 5

Wednesdays:      Zumba for all

Thursdays:          Jogging laps for K,1, 2, and 3

Friday:                 Jogging laps for 4 and 5

The gym opens at 7:20 and the doors will close at 7:30.  The students are dismissed at the 7:45 bell which means they should be back in class by the time WKOC starts.  Students have been told that they have to eat breakfast beforehand and check in with their teachers.   Thank you!

Eric Homansky

Physical Education Teacher

678-842-5814

Filling the World with Knowledge...One Child at a Time 

A word from one of our NES PTA gold level  sponsors: 

 Chess Club starts THIS WEEK!  Classes are just about FULL!  If you are still interested in signing up your child, please register or contact us to see if there is availability!