Parents

Welcome to the "Parents Section" of the Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board website.  We hope all parents and guardians of our children utilize this page to its utmost.   We encourage your participation in Catholic education and we realize as parents /guardians, you are the "main teacher" and have a positive influence for your child in education.   We look forward to working closely with parents as students develop and grow in our care.

How can you become involved?

Communication - Maintaining open and ongoing communication with your child's school.  Reading notes, newsletters, school journals and checking out our Board's website are great ways to keep informed.

Learning at Home - Assisting children with homework and/or courses selections are important ways for you to monitor their progress and understand what they are doing at school.  Limiting the amount of time spent watching television or playing video games in favour of family trips to museums, libraries and cultural events will go a long way in helping to improve learning success.

Parent Teacher Interviews - Attending conferences with your child's teacher.  This is a formal opportunity to have an undivided, one-on-one discussion with your child's teacher.  These interviews give you a good sense of your child's progress.

Participating in School Events - Attending school events, such as plays, assemblies, barbecues, sports events, etc...are a great way to informally meet with teachers and school staff.  This shows children that you are interested in their school experience.

Volunteering - Our schools welcome volunteers.  There is a wide range of volunteer opportunities to help you become engaged with your child's education.  Important Note:  anyone interested in volunteering at one of our schools must submit an original copy of a Criminal Background Check.

If you have any suggestions on improvements that can be made to this section feel free to contact us.  To pass along your suggestions e-mail our Communications Officer.     

Ontario's new parent engagement policy recognizes that student can achieve to their highest potential when parents are welcomed and respected as partners, and given the support they need to contribute at home and at school.

Parents in Partnership - A Parent Engagement Policy for Ontario Schools - Draft 

Parent Engagement Policy - Ministry of Education's Partnership Table - Consultation Questions