Parents’ and Friends’ Association

Welcome to our new Class Parents for 2020.  A reminder that our Class Parent  briefing will be held this Thursday 13^th February from 6:30pm to 8:30pm in the Joan Freeman Lecture Theatre.  This is an important night where we brief the incoming class parents about their role and answer any questions. There is also a new process in place for Class Parents to communicate with their Year group, with instructions on how to manage communications explained on the night.  We hope to see as many of you there as possible.  

A reminder too that the P&F’s AGM will be held on Tuesday 10 March from 7:30pm to 9:00pm in the Joan Freeman Lecture Theatre.  All are most welcome.  Several P&F roles will be newly filled from the AGM as several committee members’ daughters left the School at the end of last year.  We are therefore looking for new committee members and would love to hear from you.  No qualifications required other than enthusiasm and a willingness to contribute.  There’s a role for everyone so please consider joining us.

My term is over, and my daughter has completed Year 12 so it’s time to hand the reins over.  That’s how I became involved.  I saw the advertisement for Company Secretary in Behind the Green Gate about five years ago and thought I couldn’t do that, then I saw it again the following week.  I emailed and said if they hadn’t been flooded with applications I would happily apply.  The job was mine and I have enjoyed being involved ever since.  Everyone thinks someone else is better qualified and will do it, but we are waiting for you to apply, so please give it thought.  I will stay on as one of two vice presidents to guide the new president for the first few months or as required.

Please do not hesitate to call me on 0408 291 196 or on penny@gerstle.com.au if you are interested. 

I look forward to hearing from you.

Penny Gerstle
President P&F Association