Does your child attend one of the following Stamford Public Schools?

Davenport • Hart • K.T. Murphy • Roxbury  Springdale • Stark • Dolan • Rippowam • T.O.R • Stamford High • Westhill High

Make a Difference at Your School!
WHAT IS A SCHOOL GOVERNANCE COUNCIL?
School Governance Councils are an opportunity for Connecticut schools to become centers of excellence that prepare all students for success. They representthe many interests of the families and staff that make up your school’s community. This is important because research has shown that:

• Partnerships among families, school and community members can make a powerful contribution to greater student success.
• No matter what their income or background, students with involved families tend to have higher grades and test scores, better attendance, and higher rates of homework completion.

WHAT DOES THE SCHOOL GOVERNANCE COUNCIL DO?

The School Governance Council serves as an important role to the school administrator by:

1. Bringing together parents, school staff, students and community leaders to work together to improve student achievement and

2. Assisting the school administration in decisions impacting students’ education in areas such as:
• Analyze data and school needs;
• Review the school’s resources; and
• Advise the principal in making programmatic and operational changes.