School Council/C.A.P.S.
School Council:

The purpose of the school council is to advise the school on matters as they pertain to school on matters as they pertain to school improvement, policies, organization and activities including the following:

• Planning
• Developing and delivering programs
• Budgeting and Allocating Resources
• Communications and Community Relations

Membership:

The Vera M. Welsh School Council will be composed of:

• Six (6) parents, elected by parents
• Three (3) school staff, elected by school staff
• One (1) principal (ex-officio)
• One (1) community member - elected by school council (when possible)

School council meetings are usually held monthly.  Parents are invited to school council meetings which are advertised in the school newsletters.

School Counseil/C.A.P.S.

Vera M. Welsh staff and students need you to help Create a Positive School!
The CAPS volunteers may be involved in the following kinds of activities that contribute to a positive school climate for the students:

• Hot dog sales
• Special Events
• Student Activities
• Classroom/School Assistance
• Recycling
• Material/Clerical prep
• Reading buddies
• Assisting students

Please contact your child's teacher or the school if you would like to assist in any way. If you require additional information, please contact the school.

Vera M. Welsh Elementary School Fundraising Society

A new fundraising society has been formed to help raise funds for improvements to our school. Our most recent project is replacing the playground equipment. Look for meeting dates in our monthly newsletters. All are welcome!