School Site Council (SSC)
School Site Council (SSC) is a legally required decision-making body composed of school staff, and parents/community members. Students in the Middle and High Schools can also join the SSC. The SSC is responsible for providing input on the development of the Comprehensive Needs Assessment, reviewing school data and categorical funding, and approving the School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA). Meetings are open to the public, however, only SSC members may vote on agenda items.
School Site Council (SSC) Responsibilities
Responsibilities of the Council:
- Write the Single Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA)
- Submit the plan for Board approval
- Budget supplemental resources (categorical funds)
- Implement the plan
- Conduct a self-study – evaluate how successfully the plan meets stated goals
- Revise the plan to meet the changing needs of the students
- Review and allocate available supplemental categorical funds
- Implement the revised plan
Responsibilities of Individual Council Members:
- Regularly attend School Site Council meetings
- Become knowledgeable and have a commitment to the Single Plan for Student Achievement and its processes
- Actively participate in School Site Council duties, including serving on Standing and Special Committees
- Be able to serve the full term for which you are elected
- Communicate your knowledge and concerns to the School, the District, and the Community, thus becoming an advocate for improved public education and its changing needs
CONTACT
Nikita Salamanca, Office Manager
1170 Fargo Ave.
San Leandro, CA 94579
Ph: 510.317.5511