SCHOOL COUNCIL 2023
PARENT MEMBERS
Sian Smith
PRESIDENT Andrew Halliburton
Melissa Fisk Marina Lowe Sreenath Yalamakur Nick Saleski Melissa Talau |
DEPARTMENT EMPLOYEE MEMBERS
Nadia Tkaczuk
EXECUTIVE OFFICER Acting Principal 
Samantha Simpson
Assistant Principal 
Vanessa Ciappara
Grade 4 teacher 
Michelle Parker
Business Manager |
FAQs
What is a school council and what does it do?
All government schools in Victoria have a school council. They are legally formed bodies that are given powers to set the key directions of a school within centrally provided guidelines. In doing this, a school council is able to directly influence the quality of education that the school provides for its students. The term of office for all members is two years. Half the members must retire each year, creating vacancies for the annual school council elections.
Why is Parent membership so important?
Parents on school councils provide important viewpoints and have valuable skills that can help shape the direction of the school.
Do I need special experience to be on school council?
No. What you do need is an interest in your child’s school and the desire to work in partnership with others to help shape the school’s future.
Can I visit a council meeting?
Yes. Any member of the school community who wishes to attend a school council meeting as an observer is welcome to contact the school office to make arrangements.
All government schools in Victoria have a school council. They are legally formed bodies that are given powers to set the key directions of a school within centrally provided guidelines. In doing this, a school council is able to directly influence the quality of education that the school provides for its students. The term of office for all members is two years. Half the members must retire each year, creating vacancies for the annual school council elections.
Why is Parent membership so important?
Parents on school councils provide important viewpoints and have valuable skills that can help shape the direction of the school.
Do I need special experience to be on school council?
No. What you do need is an interest in your child’s school and the desire to work in partnership with others to help shape the school’s future.
Can I visit a council meeting?
Yes. Any member of the school community who wishes to attend a school council meeting as an observer is welcome to contact the school office to make arrangements.
