PAC: Parent Advisory Council

PAC Purpose and Membership

Did you know that as a parent or guardian of a student at Aspenwood, you are automatically a member of the school’s Parent Advisory Council, also known as the PAC?

The PAC is a volunteer-led group that helps strengthen the connection between families, the school, and the broader Aspenwood community. Our goal is to support a positive, inclusive, and enriching school experience for all students.

The purpose of the PAC is to:

  • Provide a forum for parents and guardians to share ideas, ask questions, and offer input or feedback about school programs, activities, and goals
  • Work collaboratively with school staff and administration to support student learning, well-being, and community connection
  • Help organize events, initiatives, and volunteer opportunities that bring families together and enhance school life
  • Raise funds to support school goals, classroom needs, special programs, equipment, events, and other opportunities that benefit Aspenwood students
  • Promote equal access to enrichment opportunities so that all students can feel included and supported

All Aspenwood parents and guardians are welcome and encouraged to participate in PAC meetings, events, discussions, and volunteer opportunities. Whether you are able to help regularly, occasionally, or simply stay informed, your voice and involvement are valued.

 

PAC Meetings

The PAC Executive team hosts regular PAC meetings to provide updates, review financials, discuss upcoming events and initiatives, and answer questions from the parent community.

Meetings are held in the Aspenwood Library Learning Commons from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm. The 2026–2027 meeting schedule will be posted here in September.

Childminding is available at all PAC meetings.

2026-27 PAC MEETING SCHEDULE - TBA


The PAC Executive Team

Elections were held at the PAC's AGM in June 2026 to determine the executive team for the 2026-27 school year.

Co-Chair

Maryam Mukai

Co-Chair

Jaclyn Murray

Past Chair

Woojo Jeon

Treasurer

Lara Parafina

Secretary

Bruno Guindon

District PAC Representative

Sara Lindberg

Member At Large

Eric Chan

Member At Large

Farnaz Frouzan

Member At Large

Heidi Maddrell

Member At Large

Caley Novakov

Munchalunch Coordinator

Ine Van Aken

 

If you're interested in joining the PAC executive team, stay tuned for a call for nominations that will go out prior to the PAC AGM in spring 2027.  

 

Stay Engaged

Facebook

We want to keep you updated on our fundraising activities, events and PAC news. Visit us on Facebook often and let us know what you think.


WhatsApp

At the beginning of each school year, once students have been placed in their classrooms, the PAC will share a sign-up opportunity for Class Representative volunteers. Each division will have one Class Representative.

Class Representatives will help run a WhatsApp group for their division, which parents and guardians are welcome to join. These groups are used to share PAC updates, event information, fundraising details, volunteer opportunities, and other school community reminders.

Please keep an eye out for this information in September.


Email

If you have any questions or feedback, please get in touch by emailing us AspenwoodPAC2001@gmail.com.  

 

Volunteer Opportunities

Our PAC events and programs would not be possible without the support of our wonderful parent and guardian volunteers. Thank you to everyone who gives their time, energy, and helping hands to support our school community.

There are many ways to get involved throughout the year, including hot lunch sorting, movie nights, Staff Appreciation Week, fundraising initiatives, school events, the Grade 5 Leaving Committee, and more. Volunteer opportunities will be shared throughout the year via Facebook, WhatsApp, email, and school newsletters.

Please keep an eye out for sign-up links as they are shared throughout the year. Whether you can help once in a while or on a regular basis, we would love to have you involved.

 

Useful Websites

BCCPAC: The BC Confederation of Parent Advisory Councils is a charitable non-profit organization that advocates for the best possible public education for all children in BC through the active involvement of parents. www.bccpac.bc.ca


DPAC43: District 43 PAC - Inspire parents, families and caregivers to get involved, learn about our system and work as partners to create great schools and success for ALL children! https://dpac43.ca/

 

PAC Constitution