What is Dpac?

The School Act recognized District Parents’ Advisory Councils (DPAC) in 2002 but many DPACs were established long before that. DPACs are the legislated parent voice at the school district level, representing the collective views of school Parents’ Advisory Councils (PAC) in a school district.

DPACs advise the board of education on any matter relating to education in their school district. DPACs advocate for parental involvement in the education system and give input into the development of education policy. As an official stakeholder, the DPAC is offered seat(s) on district committees such as policy, finance or budget etc.

What Does DPAC Do?

DPACs support and encourage PACs and parents in accessing the school system at all levels by providing regular forums for the exchange of ideas and information to ensure that public education serves the best interests of all students.

The business of the DPAC shall be unbiased in respect of race, colour, religion, politics, family status, gender, sexual orientation or physical or mental ability. The DPAC is not a forum for the discussion of individual school personnel, parents, or other individual members of the school community.

The Role Of An Elected DPAC Representative

The roles, duties and responsibilities of elected DPAC representatives vary but generally, DPAC representatives:

• Act as a liaison between the PAC and DPAC by attending DPAC meetings
• Communicate and obtain information to and from PAC
• Bring forward issues that may be common to more than one school.

Important Info and links from recent DPAC Meetings

LINKS FROM SUPERINTENDENT’S OFFICE REPORT:

Policy & Procedure Resource Page:Click Here

* Please see attached slides from Mondays meeting with links included

ADDITIONAL LINKS:

Swell Collective: Click Here

* We are dedicated to providing education that empowers individuals to take control of their sexual wellness and reproductive health. Our programs and workshops align with our core values of inclusivity, respect and empowerment. Every person deserves to know about their body, how to keep it healthy, and make informed decisions to lead fulfilling lives.

Accessibility Advisory Committee:Click Here

* The Delta School District (DSD) is looking for student, staff and community volunteers interested in serving on its Accessibility Advisory Committee.

Vision Zero Initiative: Click Here

* Vision Zero is an international traffic safety initiative that aims to achieve a road system with no fatalities or serious injuries.
Delta Yak Pass: Click Here

* This Family Day, the City of Delta will become the first municipality in BC to offer free access to recreation facilities and programming for all local children and youth

Ombudsperson News Release: Click Here

* Ombudsperson investigating exclusion of students from BC public schools

Mandate Letter For Minister of Education and Child Care: Click Here* This important document outlines key government priorities for the education and child care sectors in British Columbia. (Letter is also attached as a document)