School Council meets four times per year, generally on a Monday evening every other month in the Library Learning Commons at 6:30 p.m. All parents are welcome to attend. The School Council acts an an advisory to the Principal on behalf of the community.
A “Parent’s Handbook” was prepared by our School Council. This is provided to the families of all students new to Ancaster High.
We invite all parents, especially those of grade nine students to assist us during the first week of September in establishing a positive tone and provide a safe and orderly environment.
We are using a variety of methods to improve our communication with parents. Parents are encouraged to check:
The school sign for upcoming events.
Our school website
Automated phone and email system, School Messenger to notify of student absences or to advertise upcoming events or activities.
Telephone and/or email communication from the subject teacher.
We encourage parents to make contact with the individual subject teachers if there are any concerns. Our teachers will endeavour to return your calls and emails within 24 hours.
Community
Continue to work with our community partners to provide learning opportunities for our students.
Utilize local business for cooperative education placements.
Invite local expertise into classrooms as guest speakers.
Continue to access coaching expertise from the community.
Continue our partnership with Ancaster Youth Soccer.
Continue our partnership with Ancaster Basketball Club (Magic).
Provide community service opportunities for our students for the benefit of our community partners.
Welcome volunteers from the community.
Provide tournament opportunities for students from our associate schools (volleyball, basketball, soccer)
The Ancaster Triathlon provides opportunities for community members, members of our police services, our students and has been expanded to offer opportunities for our elementary schools.