The Allenby Parents’ Association is a parent-run organization that aims to enrich Allenby students’ education through unique programs and initiatives supported by fundraising efforts and community partnerships. The APA follows the school council guidelines as set out by the Ontario Ministry of Education. All parents with children attending Allenby Public School are members of the APA.
The APA and school have developed a collaborative approach to spending. Here are just some of the initiatives funded by the APA:
- Classroom grants
- Experts in the School
- Character education programs
- Inter- and intramural sports
- Literacy and music
- STEM (science, technology, engineering and math)
- Teacher Appreciation
- Grade 6 graduation yearbook and mural
- Lice check 3 times a year
APA Committees
The APA focuses its efforts on seven main areas:
Communications
Community Awareness
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Fundraising
Health & Wellness
Safety
School Programs
Each area of focus is headed by an elected Director, who oversees the activities pertaining to their area. The Directors ensure that all activities follow APA policies and guidelines.
Each area of focus is comprised of various APA committees. APA events and activities are planned with the needs and wishes of the majority in mind, while supporting the inclusion of all Allenby students. The APA’s approach will encourage cost effective and efficient use of all resources.
For further information about the APA and APA programs, please consult each committee’s web page on allenbyparents.com.
APA Elected Positions
The Allenby School Council (Executive Team) consists of elected positions. All parents are encouraged to put their names forward for these important roles.
- APA Chair
The Chair oversees the operation of the APA, and liaises with the Principal on a regular basis. The Chair may also act as a starting point for parents to direct them to the correct person or support system for their particular needs.
- Treasurer
The Treasurer works with the APA executive to draft an annual budget and to perform the bookkeeping required by the APA, such as reviewing reimbursement requests, writing cheques, keeping track of the cash balances and consulting on spending. The Treasurer is responsible for preparing income tax receipts for all eligible donations. The Treasurer also provides a monthly financial report for presentation at the APA meetings.
- Secretary
The secretary is responsible for taking the minutes at the monthly APA meeting and finalizing these minutes for distribution to parents.
- Director of Communications
- Director of Community Awareness
- Director of Fundraising
- Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- Director of Health & Wellness
- Director of Safety
- Director of School Programs
Election Process
The term of office for APA Board of Directors is one year, therefore elections must be held annually, in accordance with the Ontario Ministry of Education regulations.
Notice of elections will be sent out 1 week prior to the ballot date. If, by the closing date, only one person is nominated for a position then he/she will be acclaimed to that position. To encourage collaboration and community connection, more than one Director is permitted per position.