Garfield's School Site Council, also known as SSC, is made up of 3 parents, 3 teachers, and 1 administrator. During the 2015-2016 school year Mr. Jakubek, Mr. Khalifah, and Mr. Raser were the teacher representatives.

SSC meets monthly to discuss and make decisions on the school budget and the school site plan. Their meeting time is normally 3:30-5:00pm in Room 210.