2005 – Third Party Support for Caregivers, Families and Parents
- Legal References
- Education Act
- Related References
- Board Policy G100 – Governance Policy – Foundations
Bylaws – Board of Trustees Waterloo Region District School Board
Administrative Procedure 1410 – Parent, Guardian or Caregiver Support
Standards of Behaviour for the School Community (JHSC, 2014) - Communicating with your School
- Communicating with the School – Multilingual Language Learners
- Effective Date
- September 25, 2006
- Revisions
- May 14, 2018, February 8, 2021, January 14, 2026
- Reviewed
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1. Purpose
1.1 The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) recognizes that from time to time, caregivers/families/parents of students may need the support of a third party individual(s) during a meeting with WRDSB staff to address and advocate for their child’s interests and needs.
2. Application
2.1 Caregivers/families/parents have the right to have a representative of their choosing in attendance at meetings with WRDSB staff, subject to this policy and the provisions established in the related procedures.
2.1.1 Principals, staff, and caregivers/families/parents will be notified in advance of a meeting as to who is anticipated to be in attendance. In the event parents wish to have legal representation at the meeting, staff will be notified at least 3 business days in advance so the WRDSB staff can also arrange for legal representation if so required. Administrative Procedure 1410, contains steps to guide caregivers/families/parents if they have a concern about a school matter.
2.1.2 All participants are expected to treat one another with dignity and respect at all times, especially when there is a disagreement.
2.2 Caregivers/families/parents may contact trustees at any time. Trustees will facilitate the communication process between the caregiver/family/parent and the appropriate WRDSB staff member. Trustees shall direct the caregiver/family/parent to Administrative Procedure 1410 and these steps should be followed in resolving any concerns. Trustees cannot act as a representative of the caregiver/family/parent or student at a meeting between caregivers/families/parents and WRDSB staff.
2005 – Third Party Support for Caregivers, Families and Parents
