Get Involved

In Ontario’s education system, all partners acknowledge the positive impact of parent engagement on student achievement. Students are supported and inspired to learn in a culture of high expectations in which parents:

• are welcomed, respected and valued by the school community as partners in their child’s learning and development
• have choices about how to be involved in the educational community to support student success
• are engaged through ongoing communication and dialogue with other educational partners to support a positive learning environment at home and at school
• are supported with the information and tools necessary to participate in school life

Parent Engagement Includes

• providing a positive learning environment at home, actively working with children to support what they are learning in school and making learning an important part of the day
• having conversations with teachers so that there is clear communication between the school and the home
• becoming involved in school activities and volunteering to help with school events, trips and other activities
• participating in a school council at the school level and parent involvement committee (PIC) at the school board level, to provide perspective

For more information on how parents/guardians can be involved in their child's education, visit the Ontario Ministry of Education’s Your child’s education: A parent guide to our school system. 

Parents play a vital role in student success. Get involved through the Parent Involvement Committee, school councils and by knowing how to address questions or concerns.

​​​Parent Involvement Committee (PIC)

In Ontario’s education system, all partners acknowledge the positive impact of parent engagement on student achievement. Students are supported and inspired to learn in a culture of high ex​​​pectations.​

School Councils

​​All schools in Ontario are to have a school council. They are important advisory bodies to the schools and school board. The purpose of a school council is, through the active participation of parents, to improve student achievement and increase accountability of the education system to parents.​

​​​​​​​Volunteer in HDSB Schools

The Halton District School Board recognizes the important role volunteers play in enriching students’ learning experiences and strengthening school and community partnerships. Volunteering is an opportunity to model and promote the value of developing positive relationships as caring and contributing members of our community.