The Skwo:wech Parent Advisory Council (PAC) works closely with staff and the district to support our school community. All parents and guardians of Skwo:wech students are part of the PAC and are encouraged to participate whenever (and however) they can.
PAC meetings are typically held on the fourth Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. (alternating between in-person and virtual). Babysitting is available during our in-person meetings. All parents and guardians are welcome and encouraged to attend to hear updates from our principal, school trustee, and teachers.
The Skwo:wech PAC:
- Fundraises for field trips, classroom expenses, library books, new technology, and much more
- Organizes events to create a fun and supportive community
- Communicates with school admin regularly to provide a parent perspective
- Volunteers to support school activities and programs
- Advocates for students and families at school and district levels
Get involved
The PAC is always looking for volunteers to help with fun lunches, bake sales, and other events. Volunteering with the PAC:
- Builds connections with parents and teachers
- Helps raise funds to support our students and staff
- Makes a real difference in your child’s school experience
Sign up to be a volunteer: www.tinyurl.com/skwowechvolunteer
Contact the PAC
- Email: skwowechpac@gmail.com
- Facebook: Skwo:wech PAC
- Instagram: @SkwowechPAC
Subscribe to the Google calendar:www.tinyurl.com/skwowechcalendar
Skwo:wech PAC executive
| POSITION | MEMBER |
|---|---|
| Chair | Jen Knight |
| Vice Chair | Karmen Lisaingo |
| Secretary | Anne Honeycutt |
| Treasurer | Lori Peterson |
| DPAC Rep | Paul Romein |
| Members at Large | Kelly Adler, Jenny Barrow, Sarah Bussey, Larisa Ciprian, Sarah Elder, Isabella Ferraz, Robyn Goodrich, Damian Gryski, Tamara Peralta, Heather Vause |
District Parent Advisory Council
- The New Westminster DPAC represents parent voices across New Westminster schools by advocating for public education to our School Board and the province. They also invite speakers on topics related to supporting students and families.
- DPAC meets on the third Thursday of every month, in-person at schools around New Westminster, and virtually on Zoom. All Skwo:wech parents and guardians are welcome to attend, or can contact our DPAC representative with any questions or concerns.
- Visit the New Westminster District Parent Advisory Council website