This Catholic School Advisory Commission (CSAC) falls under the local CSAC policy of the Catholic School Department under DSB 2250. The St. Thomas the Apostle Advisory Commission is consultative to the pastor and the principal. There are nine members on the Advisory Commission, each serving a three-year term. The parents at large elect five members, and four are appointed by the Pastor, Principal and Advisory Commission President. The Pastor and Principal also sit on the Commission. Ex-officio members are a representative from the Parents’ Club, Parish Finance Council, and the Parish Pastoral Council. The CSAC meets once per month on a date and time set at the beginning of each school year. Meetings’ dates and times are announced and are open to anyone wishing to attend.