Parents are encouraged to get involved in their schools' parent advisory councils and can learn about some valuable tools at an upcoming orientation night.
The PAC 101 orientation night, organized by the District 43 Parent Advisory Council, will be held Wednesday, Sept. 30 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. in the Gallery Room at Winslow Centre, 1100 Winslow Ave., Coquitlam.
All parents with children in School District 43 schools are invited to attend the session to learn: how to run effective meetings; how other schools operate their PACs; tips on finances and gaming grants, constitution and bylaws; and what's new and relevant to PACs. The session is aimed at PAC executive members and DPAC representatives.
Admission is free but, as seating is limited, registration is required by Monday, Sept. 28, online at dpac43pacorientation2015.eventbrite.ca or by phone, 604-939-3690 (include your name, phone number and the number of people attending when leaving a message).
