Our School Council 101 powerpoint presentation provides a quick overview of council operations. 

School Councils Guide For Members assists parents and administrators in participating in, supporting and managing school councils.

The TDSB Parent and Community Involvement Policy establishes a framework for building and supporting parent and community involvement in the Toronto District School Board.

The procedures for school council funds document provides information about financial reporting for school councils.

• School Generated Funds- Outlines how fundraising can and cannot be spent in TDSB
• School Cash Online- The Toronto District School Board has launched School Cash Suite, an easy to use, safe and convenient way for parents/guardians to pay for their children’s school fees, including agendas, yearbooks and class trips. If your school council is interested please contact the Principal.
• Semi Annual Financial Report Template have also been created to assist school council members in reporting their finances
• The Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) template is a required annual report for all councils who engage in fundraising activities.
• School Council Financial Plan and School Needs Assessment Form  is a required annual plan for all school councils who engage in fundraising activities (Due on Oct 31 of each year).

Many school councils are very active in their community and on occasion, participate or organize events that are not under the control of the school board. In these situations, the board’s liability policy may not provide protection to the school council, its members or volunteers acting on behalf of the school council. As such, it is important to ensure that your school council has appropriate coverage in place to protect the council, its members, and volunteers accordingly.

Examples:
Some examples of events that school councils organize which may not be under the direct control of the board and, therefore, not covered by the board’s policy:

• Fundraising activities including fun fairs
• Wine and cheese socials
• Home coming class reunions (including functions involving alcohol)
• Santa Clause parades, etc.