School Advisory Council (SAC)

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  • SAC comprises of parents, teachers, community members, school administrators, non-instructional support staff, and other stakeholders who meet regularly to establish priorities, set annual objectives, and monitor action steps for school improvement. SAC is responsible for studying the school’s academic record and developing an annual plan to improve education in vital areas such as student achievement, curriculum, safety and discipline.

    • Mandated by State Statute
    • Main purpose is increasing student achievement through school improvement
    • Chair can be SBBC employee and/or parent

    SAC meets about 8 times a year and discusses topics like how can the school improve, how should teacher bonuses be paid out, what needs to be done to increase academic and social performance.

    SBBC POLICY 1403 SCHOOL ACCOUNTABILITY AND IMPROVEMENT

    Each school has a School Advisory Council (SAC) to facilitate the development and monitor the progress of the annual School Improvement Plan (SIP). Agendas and minutes reflect an annual needs assessment, SIP monitoring allocation of Accountability Funds.
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  • 2024/25 Agendas and Minutes

    Date Time Agenda Minutes
    September 26th,2024 6:00 pm  September Agenda September Minutes
    October 23rd, 2024 2:45 pm  October Agenda October Minutes
    November 20th, 2024 6:00 pm  November Agenda November Minutes
    December 18th, 2024 2:45 pm December Agenda December Minutes
    January 22nd, 2025 6:00 pm  January Agenda January Minutes
    February 26th, 2025 6:00 pm  February Agenda February Minutes
    March 19th, 2025 6:00 pm  March Agenda March Minutes
    April 23rd, 2025 2:45 pm  April Agenda April Minutes
    May 28th, 2025 2:45 pm  May Agenda May Minutes

  • Policies and By-Laws

    Policies and By-Laws - 24/25 SAC/SAF ByLaws - coming soon

  • 2024 / 2025 School Advisory Council Members

    What is the School Advisory Council?
    The School Advisory Council (SAC) is a team of people representing various segments of the community–parents, teachers, students, administrators, support staff, business/ industry people, and other interested community members. SAC members gather to discuss the school’s academic plan and progress. They discuss the School Improvement Plan - a plan made of goals and objectives established for the school determined by needs. The purpose of the School Improvement Plan is to increase student performance. The SAC committee assists the school principal with budget and recommendations on how school monies are spent or allocated.

    How can parents get involved and participate in the School Advisory Council?
    Parents are encouraged to attend the monthly meeting of the SAC committee at their child’s school.

    The positions on the School Advisory Council are:

    1.    Principal - Mrs. Jocelyn Reid

    2.    Teachers - 

    3.    BTU Steward or designee - 

    4.    Parents - 

    5.    I-Zone Rep - (must be a parent) - 

    6.    SAF Chair - (must be a parent) - 

    7.    ESOL Rep - (must be a parent) -  

    8.    ESE Rep - (parent of a student at the school) - 

    9.    Gifted Rep - (parent of a student at the school) - 

    10. Non-Instructional Support Employee - 

    11. Community / Business Rep - 

    Why is it important for parents to be active participants?
    The SAC committee provides a place where parents can voice their opinions and suggestions. They have an active role in making decisions that will best serve the students.

    SAC also allows parents to actively participate in setting goals and making plans to achieve those academic goals.

    SAC allows parents to identify issues that need to be addressed concerning the school climate.

School Improvement Plan (SIP)

  • A School Improvement Plan (SIP) containing specific objectives and action steps for achieving Florida's educational goals is required for all schools. The SAC has the primary responsibility for monitoring the implementation of the annual SIP. The SIP must be approved by the School Board.

    Components of the School Improvement Plan

    • Early Warning Indicators
    • School Report Card
    • K-12 Comprehensive Reading Plan
    • Professional Learning Communities (PLC)
    • Response to Intervention (MTSS/RtI) Plan
    • Social & Emotional Learning Plan (SEL)  
    • School-Wide Positive Behavior Plan (SPBP)  
    • Attendance Plan 
    • School Counseling Plan
    • Equity Plan 
    • Best Practices in Inclusive Education (BPIE)  
    • SAC Documentation - Bylaws, Membership, Meeting Dates, Minutes, Agenda, Sign-In Sheets
    • Cognia eProve Survey Results
    • Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Plan 

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