Banded Peak School Council and Friends of Banded Peak Society
Banded Peak School Council is a structured group of parents, principals, teachers and community representatives who work together to effectively support and enhance student learning. The Council provide a means for members of the school community to consult with and provide advice to the principal and the school board. Friends of Banded Peak Society operates with the same purpose and is responsible for fundraising and funds earned through the Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis Commission (AGLC).
School Council and Friends of Banded Peak Society meetings are held at 6:30pm in-person in the Learning Commons at the School. Free childcare is provided. Virtual attendance is also an option. All members, including all parents of students who attend Banded Peak, are welcome to attend meetings.
2024-2025 School Council Meeting Dates:
- September 18
- October 16
- November 20
- January 15
- February 12
- March 19
- April 16
- May 21 - AGM
The 2024-2024 Executive board:
- Chair - Rebecca Parzen
- Vice Char - Ainslie Campbell
- Secretary - Willow Carriere
- Treasurer - Elaine Greene
- Volunteer Coordinator - Tova Schaefer
Contact us at schoolcouncilbp@gmail.com
School Council meetings are attended by the school principal, assistant principal, Rocky View Schools Ward 5 Trustee, and teachers. These representatives prepare reports about ongoing and current news and events that affect our students’ welfare and learning. By attending meetings you not only have the opportunity to hear about topics such as funding allocations, curriculum changes, class sizes, standardized test results, and school policies, you can also make an impact by providing feedback on these important issues. Meetings are also an ideal time to voice any questions, concerns, and new ideas you may have to improve you and your child(ren)’s school experience.
School Council also supports student learning by sending representatives to participate in district and provincial conferences and workshops.
- Funding up to $13,500 for school field trips and teacher discretionary spending (annual)
- Sensory learning supports, cross-country skis, grade 5-6 books, music equipment, art supplies (2023-2024)
- Funding and other support for a new audio-visual system for the gymnasium (2022-2023)
- Funding and other support for the new school playground (2020)
- Fundraising initiatives such as Walk a Thon, frozen food fundraisers, auctions, etc.
- School apparel online store
- Volunteer support for Fine Arts Day, Terry Fox Run, school store, library and art room, etc.
- Fun Lunch each month
- Staff appreciation initiatives
- Hosting and organizing the AGLC-sponsored Friends of Banded Peak Casino
Keep an eye out for School Council information in the Grizzly Gazette. The Gazette will be updated with meeting information as well as news about fundraisers and volunteering opportunities.
Information will also be posted on the Banded Peak School Facebook page and other social media.
Additionally, please consider following council’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsofBandedPeakSociety
- Attend our monthly meetings and/or read the minutes.
- Stay engaged. If you have a concern or an idea to improve student learning please let us know! School Council can help you advocate and, in some cases, advocate on your behalf.
- Read the Grizzly Gazette. This is the best way to stay current on School Council activities.
- Volunteer. When School Council hosts an event or fundraiser we request volunteers through a SignUpGenius link. We are also always looking for people to join the executive and other committees.
Meeting Dates and Agenda/Minutes
- AGM - May 22, 2024
- September 18, 2024
- October 16, 2024
- November 20, 2024