This document provides guidance for school councils on effective communication, engagement strategies, meeting structure, and topics. It recommends communicating successes, having a presence at events, and sharing goals. Meetings should have value for members through speakers and short/long-term plans. New members should receive orientation and mentoring. Refreshments, childcare, and respect for all can help engagement. Suggested monthly meeting topics include school safety, academics, budgets, and facilities. Transition planning includes identifying future leaders and passing on resources. The conclusion emphasizes the importance of persistence and parent engagement at the secondary level.