The 2026-2027 School Council Forum dates are as follows:
| Date and Time | Area | Location |
|---|---|---|
Monday, November 23, 2026 5:30-8:30 p.m. | North - Newmarket | Newmarket HS |
Wednesday, November 25, 2026 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Central | Richmond Hill HS |
Thursday, November 26, 2026 5:30-8:30 p.m. | North - Georgina | Sutton DHS |
Monday, November 30, 2026 5:30-8:30 p.m. | West | Emily Carr SS |
Wednesday, December 2, 2026 5:30-8:30 p.m. | East | Middlefield CI |
If you have any questions about the school council forums, please contact lde@yrdsb.ca
School Council Fundraising Training Video
Fundraising Plan
- Principal creates a fundraising plan for each school year, collaborate with school staff and school council
- Must align with School Improvement Plan and Policy and Procedure - Fundraising and Administration of School Generated Funds
- Funds should be spent in the year that they are raised
What Funds May Be Raised Versus What They May Not Be Raised For
Fundraising supports extracurricular activities/materials.
Funds may be raised for:
- Examples - school yard improvement projects such as playground, outdoor shade structures, outdoor basketball hoops, benches, outdoor projects must receive prior approval from Plant Services.
- Guest speakers, presentations
- Extracurricular band equipment
Funds may not be raised for:
- Items funded from the provincial government
- Examples - textbooks, chairs, desks, building structural repair/maintenance like painting or replacing floors
Fundraising Reminders:
- Collect funds online through School Cash Online to reduce handling of cash/cheques
- Students must be directed not to go "door to door" to solicit sponsors/product sales
Who to contact with questions:
- Connect with your principal first
- Principal will then follow up with Quality Assurance, if necessary
Please visit the Parents Reaching Out (PRO) Grants webpage to view this presentation.
The following is a screen cast of the presentation from the Fall School Council Forum.
Presentation:
Supporting the ABCs of Mental Health at Home
Related Resources:
We recognize the important role that families hold in the development and support of your child’s well-being. The following resources may help you support your child and their learning at school.
How to Talk With Your Child When you Feel Concerned They may be Struggling With a Mental Health Problem - This resource offers parents and families helpful tips and suggestions to help support conversations with your child about their mental health.
YRDSB Student Mental Health Supports - This page provides an overview of some of the YRDSB mental health supports available, family mental health newsletters, and partnerships with community mental health agencies.
The ABCs of Mental Health (YRDSB)
Family Mental Health Newsletters
The following is a screen cast of the presentation from the Fall School Council Forum.
Presentation:
Championing Equity & inclusivity: Dismantling Anti-Black Racism Strategy
Resources:
Dismantling Anti-Black Racism Strategy
Talking to Young Children About Race and Racism
Talking About Race, Age-by-Age
Why & How to Talk to Young Kids About Race