Policy It is the policy of The Lakehead Board of Education to encourage community involvement in education which positively impacts upon student learning and community life. Definitions 3.1 Partnerships Partnerships are mutually beneficial relationships to all parties that are designed to enhance learning for students. 3.2 Partner Organization Partner Organizations are those businesses, industry groups and associations, private and public sector organizations, and institutions expressing interest in, deemed eligible by the schools, and participating in the community partnership programs. 3.3 Contributions Contributions are donations of money, goods, services, advice or facilities offered by Partner Organizations. A partnership agreement is built around desired student learning outcomes.
Partnership agreements can be formal or informal in nature.
Every partnership is unique and may be described by more than one of the following Types. The most appropriate Type should be chosen. Usually the terms of partnerships of short duration are formed through a verbal agreement. School partnerships must align with the established goals and directions of individual schools. All partnerships must follow the Ministry of Education and Training policies, procedures, and guidelines.