COUNCIL OF SCHOOL REPRESENTATIVES (CSR)

Directory of Council of School Representatives

After receipt of names of school representatives, a printed list will be distributed at the October Council meeting.

Duration of Meetings

Regular meetings of the Council of School Representatives start at 6:00 pm. and end by 8:30 pm, unless extended by a majority vote of those present to extend the time.

Minutes of Meetings

CSR minutes shall be a summary format which shall provide a record of actions taken and the essence of major points covered in debate.

Question Period

Question Period provides an opportunity for School Representatives to pose questions about matters not included on the Council of School Representative meeting agenda. Question Period is for 15 minutes unless Council, by a majority vote, approves an extension. Questions may be directed to the representative of Edmonton Public Schools, Local Executive and Staff, and District Representatives.

Questions pertaining to individual concerns should be directed to Local and ATA staff on a confidential basis. School Representatives are reminded that the Code of Professional Conduct must be adhered to at all times.

Report from Executive

The purpose of this report is to provide the information upon which Council can hold Executive accountable. Accordingly, prior to approval of this report Council may, by motion and two-thirds (2/3) majority, vote to:

a) reverse, alter, or expand a decision made by Executive,

b) to amend or, where feasible, rescind an action taken by Executive.

School Representative Seminars

Executive shall provide information and training for school representatives that relate to their role as School Representatives.