School Council

Purpose of the School Council

To improve communication and participation of parents and the community in the management and operation of the school.
To bring communities and schools closer together in a spirit of cooperation
To solve difficult educational problems
To improve academic achievement
To provide support for teachers and administrators
To bring parents into the school-based decision-making process
To assist the local board of education in developing and nurturing participation
To bring parents and the community together with teachers and administrators to create a better understanding of and mutual respect for each other's concerns
To share ideas for school improvement

School Council Members

Clydia Newell, Principal
TBA, Teacher Representative
Kimberly Galon, Parent Representative
Erin Howlett, Bank of North Georgia

Porterdale Elementary appreciates the dedication and time the members of the school council contribute to our ongoing success. School council members serve a two-year term of office. Meetings are held monthly. Council members attend two training programs each year. If you are interested in serving in the future as a school council member, please contact our school.

Federal law prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color or national origin (Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964); sex (Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Act of 2006): or disability (Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990) in educational programs or activities receiving federal financial assistance. Students, parents, employees and the general public are hereby notified that the Newton County Board of Education does not discriminate in any educational programs or activities or in employment policies. More Information