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Applications for 2021-22 Parents Reaching Out (PRO) Grants

To promote and encourage parent/guardian/caregiver involvement in schools, HWDSB’s Parent Involvement Committee (PIC) is accepting Parents Reaching Out (PRO) Grants applications from schools. School Councils should work with the school Principal to complete and submit an application for funds regarding their project or initiative by January 28, 2022.

***Click here for the HWDSB PRO Grant application for 2021-22***

Project Eligibility Criteria

The Parents Reaching Out (PRO) Grants program offers funding to school boards to provide opportunities for School Councils, PIC, and the school community to lead projects that support parent/guardian/caregiver engagement and align with at least one of the following objectives:

• Addressing social inclusion and racism specifically anti-Asian, anti-Black, and anti-Indigenous racism and other prejudices toward racialized and marginalized groups
• Creating a safe and welcoming environment
• Demonstrating respect for parents as valued partners within the education system regarding decisions about their child’s education
• Enhancing communication with teachers
• Informing parents about the expectations of the Ontario Curriculum and supporting resources

Applications that meet the criteria are eligible for a maximum amount of $1,000. Schools may develop applications individually, or with another school. If schools choose to collaborate on an event, they can submit one application and combine funding. Individuals from the school community who have ideas for projects or initiatives that they would like considered, are encouraged to connect with their School Council or Principal.

Timelines

• November – January: School Councils provide input to the Principal regarding the focus and scope of the activities
• January 28, 2022 – PRO Grant applications due, please send completed applications to [email protected] or go to the board website and complete an online application at www.hwdsb.on.ca
• February 21, 2022 – follow up communication with schools
• June 30, 2022 – projects must be completed and funding spent

For more information, including project guidelines, suggested activities, and other additional considerations, visit our PRO Grants webpage.