For Individual Concerns
- Review the VSB’s protocols on individual school concerns: How to Solve a Concern at School
- To connect with DPAC regarding individual concerns, reach out to one of the DPAC Executives
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For School Community Concerns
At PAC Level
Bring the issue to your PAC meeting and request your Executive to pass a motion under your bylaws. Once passed, you can send a letter to the VSB providing advice under section 8(4) of the School Act.
Public Delegation
Make a presentation at the VSB via the Public Delegation Board Meetings page. Contact a DPAC Executive for assistance if needed.
Ask Questions at Board Meetings
Submit questions via the form on the VSB Calendar.
Direct Contact
Reach out to the Director of Instruction and Trustee Liaison for your school community.
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Requesting DPAC Assistance
1. Email the Executives for help at the DPAC Executives page
– Under bylaw 2.01(a), Van DPAC officially represents parents at the district level
2. Request to present at a DPAC Executive meeting as a public delegate; they can vote on supporting your issue
3. Have your PAC pass a motion requesting DPAC Executive action, then send to chair@vancouverdpac.org
4. Appeal process: If the DPAC Executives don’t support your item, start a Petition:
– Notify the DPAC Chair at chair@vancouverdpac.org
– Obtain endorsement from 10% of other PACs in the district (12 PACs minimum)
5. Join a DPAC working group: DPAC Groups
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All parents and caregivers of public school students in Vancouver are welcome. Join a group to stay informed about district developments.