The JFK School Site Council (SSC) is the central governing/advisory body at the JFK. It is composed of the Principal, parents, teachers, school staff, and community members. Learn more about how SSC’s operate in Boston Public Schools
School Site Council Responsibilities
- Approves the discretionary spending budget
- Develops and approves plans to increase parent involvement
- Approves waivers to BPS rules and union contracts
- Reviews and approves recommendations that will have a major impact on the school community
2025 – 2026 Elected Board Members
- Dr. Christine Copeland, Principal and Chair
- Nicole Kroll (parent)
- April Killingsworth (parent)
- Amy Pearlman (parent)
- Wes Drew (parent)
- Cindy Shyr (parent)
- Tushare Jinadasa (parent)
2025 – 2026 Meeting Dates
The School Site Council meets on the second Thursday of every month in-person from 4:00pm to 5:00pm at JFK Elementary. Meetings are open and all are welcome to attend! You may contact your student’s teacher, the main office or the JFK Family Council for more info. Meetings include simultaneous Spanish interpretation.
- October 30, 2025
- November 13, 2025
- December 11, 2025
- January 8, 2026
- February 12, 2026
- March 12, 2026
- April 9, 2026
- May 14, 2026
- June 11, 2026
Meeting Notes
Click here to view the latest School Site Council meeting notes.
Bylaws/Estatutos del Consejo Escolar
Click here to view the School Site Council Bylaws.
Haga clic aquí para ver los nuevos Estatutos del Consejo Escolar.