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School Site Council

What is the School Site Council?

The School Site Council (SSC) is a team of parents, teachers, administrators and staff who work together to support student achievement. Representing different parts of the school community, the SSC members come together to support the school improvement process outlined in the school’s Single Plan for Student Achievement. SSC members work to develop and regularly assess the School Plan, and monitor its implementation.

Simonds School receives supplemental educational improvement monies from the district and state, including the School Improvement (SIP) Fund, Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) Fund and Limited English Proficient (LEP) Fund. It is required that the SSC meet to discuss school, student and staff needs, and work together to ensure that these funds are allocated according to these needs.

What is the Single Plan for Student Achievement?
Important elements of the Single Plan for Student Achievement include:

Information about the school’s vision statement

Description of the school community and services

Outline of current educational programs and staffing

Analysis of student performance including API scores

Outline of the core curriculum and curricular priorities

Needs assessment and evaluation based on parent and staff input

Budget information on how funds are being allocated

Plan for Categorical Program Monitoring (CPM)

Plans for staff development

If you would like to view a copy of the Single Plan for Student Achievement, a reference copy is available in the school office.

When and where does the SSC meet?
The SSC meets the first Tuesday of the month at 4:00pm in the school office. All SSC meetings are open to the public.

How can I communicate with the SSC?

Anyone with a concern or point of discussion is welcome to contact one of the SSC members via email, phone or message left in the office. You will be contacted and your concern, if warranted, will be brought to the SSC meeting for action.

The annual school survey is a great way to express your views or concerns.

You can become a member of the SSC!
Elections are held in the Spring. Parent representatives serve a two-year term, and terms are staggered to ensure a mix of experienced and new participants.

2009-2010 SSC Members
Principal: Janice Samuels
Parents: Lillian Wong, Kelly Starek, Elisheva Bailey, Else Hermann, and Samantha Greening
Teachers: Sandy La Plante, Joanne Fong, and Robi Garza