The PAC brings parents and caregivers together to support students, strengthen our school community and work collaboratively with the school. Whether you have an hour to volunteer, an idea to share, a question about PAC, or simply want to stay informed, you are welcome here.
What is the PAC?
Every BC public school has a Parent Advisory Council, established under the School Act. At Charles Best, every parent and caregiver of a current student is automatically a member. The PAC is the voice of parents and caregivers in our school community: we advise the school on parent perspectives, support student activities and programs, and raise funds that go directly back to students.
The PAC is separate from the school’s administration. We don’t handle schedules, attendance, course selection or school policy. For those, please contact the school directly.
Parents making a difference
You don’t need a title to make a difference.
Most of what the PAC does is powered by parents who give an hour here and there: pouring coffee at a market, gathering auction prizes, chaperoning After Grad, or simply showing up to a meeting with a good question.
How the PAC works
- General meetings are held generally monthly during the school year, usually starting at 7:00 pm in the school Library. School administration attends to share updates and answer questions. Everyone is welcome and anyone can raise a topic. See Meetings & Documents.
- The executive is a small group of parent volunteers elected each spring at the Annual General Meeting. They run meetings, manage PAC finances and coordinate activities. Meet the current executive.
- Committees form around specific projects, most often the Grade 11 Parent Dinner Dance and After Grad. Committees are the easiest way to get involved without a year-long commitment.
- Funding comes from the provincial Gaming Grant, parent donations and fundraising events. Spending is decided by vote at general meetings and reported in the minutes. Our Constitution & Bylaws set out how it all works.
- Beyond Charles Best, our DPAC Representative connects us with the District Parent Advisory Council, and we are members of BCCPAC, the provincial confederation.
Get involved
Every parent and caregiver of a Charles Best student is part of the PAC community. Our fundraisers, events and student-support initiatives depend on people willing to lend a hand. You don’t need to be on the executive to help.
Volunteer
Help at an upcoming event or fundraiser. An hour here and there makes a real difference.
Attend a meeting
Come learn what’s happening at the school and have your voice heard. All parents and caregivers are welcome.
Donate
Support scholarships, clubs, athletics and Grad through the school’s online payment system. Every donation helps.
Volunteer for an event. Join a committee. Attend a meeting. Share an idea. Donate to support PAC activities. It all makes a difference. Questions? Email bestpacsecretary@gmail.com.