The ACT Council of Parents & Citizens Associations is the peak body for government school parents and P&C Associations in the Australian Capital Territory.

Council is a non-profit, non-government representative organisation whose objectives are to foster a quality public education system, provide support services for affiliates and make representations to Government on behalf of parents of Government school students.

FEEDBACK 1/10 - February 2010
In this issue :

• Parents "C" Average Ministers
• Bushfires and school closures
• AEU National Conference
• Council's recent submissions
• SCIP Rollout
• Standing Up For Public Education

Back Issues

Since 1954, Council has played an important role in promoting parent participation and the public education system as a whole.

Top ten reasons to affiliate with Council:

1. Council-organised insurance at well below market rates.
2. Information and advice on operating a P&C.
3. Regular workshops for treasurers and representatives.
4. A friendly staff ready to help with any issues your P&C might encounter.
5. Facilitation of direct contact between parents and education figures at Council meetings.
6. Representation of school interests to the Department of Education and the Minister.
7. Effective lobbying for public education.
8. A public voice for aprents of studetns in government schools.
9. Opportunities to network with parents passionate about educationf rom other schools.
10. Regular Council publications such as Feedback.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Walking School Bus guide for parents & teachers