P&C meeting

Next P&C meeting Wednesday 12 September 2018 in the School Library.  All welcome.

6.30 – 7.30pm School Counselling Service – Mental Health in young people

7:30 – 9:00pm General Meeting

What happens at P&C meetings?
The Principal presents a report
Parents are encouraged to ask general questions about the school
The school seeks parent input into decision making
P&C sub-committees report briefly on any key new activities
Issues relating to our school and community are discussed
Decisions about spending P&C funds are voted on

Why get involved?
“Research from Australia and overseas has found that students achieve better outcomes from their education when schools, families and the community work together to support student learning.” – Page 15, Strengthening Family and Community Engagement in Student Learning Resource. (Commonwealth of Australia, 2011).
Find our more about the school including how it’s run, why certain decisions are made
Get to know staff at the school
Get to know other parents of children at the school
Have a say about things such as projects funded by the P&C, certain policies and procedures within the school
Contribute to your child’s experience in high school

How can I get involved?
Join the P&C and/or attend P&C meetings
Share your ideas, expertise and experiences with the school community
Participate in the school decision making process
Volunteer your time: at the uniform shop; at an event; on a P&C sub-committee or on a school committee

All contributions big & small are warmly welcomed and appreciated!