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Governing council

Our school is governed by a governing council who works with our Principal to help set and monitor our school’s vision and direction.  

The council meets on Wednesday at 5.45pm in week 3 and 8 of each term. 

  • Chairperson: Peta Jones
  • Vice Chair: Evan Klose
  • Secretary: Amanda Learmonth
  • Treasurer: Caroline James

Responsibilities

The governing council is responsible for:

  • developing and approving local policies
  • approving and reviewing our budget
  • monitoring and reviewing the site improvement plan
  • reviewing employment contracts
  • consulting with the school community to make sure their views are represented.

Sub-committees

The following committees report to the governing council: 

  • Finance Advisory Committee
  • OSHC Committee 
  • Canteen Committee 
  • Fundraising Committee 

Join our governing council

Parents, community members and staff can be part of our governing council or sub-committees.   

Council elections are held in March each year. You can make nominations at our Annual General Meeting or pick up a nomination form from our front office. 

To find out more, ask about joining, or provide feedback, email us.

Visit the governing councils section on the department’s website for more information.