School Site Council (SSC)
A School Site Council (SSC) is the representative body tasked with developing, monitoring, and approving the site plan ( School Plan Student Achievement - SPSA) and all related categorical expenditures.
The SSC is the key deliberative body for the allocation of Title I/IV funds and other resources to improve academic outcomes for all students and as such should be representative of the school community.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE SSC
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Analyze and evaluate the academic achievement of students.
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Develop the School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA), recommend the plan for approval by the Board of Education, and evaluate the effectiveness of the SPSA in meeting the school goals.
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Understand school needs assessment for English Learner and immigrant students and develop a detailed school plan for their academic success.
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Revise expenditures, timelines, and evaluation criteria outlined in the SPSA as needed.
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Participate in all local, state, and federal reviews of the school’s program for compliance and quality.
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Involve EL and immigrant parents in stressing the importance of regular school attendance.
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Communicate with subcommittees such as SELLS, Special Ed, etc.