CSPWA RECONNECT

CSPWA were delighted to host 3 Parent Reconnect meetings via Zoom at the beginning of this term in response to the Coronavirus crisis. The meetings were well attended with over 20 schools represented. A summary of the discussions covered in the meetings included

• looking at how parent groups are staying connected within their own school communities
• the importance of checking in on parents and families within our communities was highlighted
• ways in which parent groups can assist their school communities in these difficult times
• the need for flexibility and adaptability around what plans parent groups had in place for the year- cancelling events where large groups would gather etc.
• sharing of ideas from other school parent groups
• resources available from CSPWA including template agenda's for Zoom meetings and Planning meeting

The feedback from these meetings was very positive and has led CSPWA to look at ways in which we can continue to incorporate Zoom meetings in our work, in particular with our rural and remote parent groups, in order to stay connected. Next term we are hoping to hold some cluster meetings with parents from neighbouring schools. If your school parent group is interested please contact Theresa @csp.wa.edu.au.