School community
OverviewAs 'parents are the prime educators of their children' (Vatican 11) and school is an extension of family life, the parents are expected and encouraged to be involved in some community life of school.
This can be expressed in a variety of ways:
School Advisory CouncilParents are represented on the St. Mary’s School Advisory Council, which meets termly at 7.30 pm in the staffroom.
The Board is an advisory body which provides a structure for discussion and policy making regarding education in the Parish. You are encouraged to contact Advisory Council Members if you have something you would like to contribute about the School. CHAIRPERSON: Joseph Brady CANONICAL ADMINISTRATOR: Fr Matthew Thomas SECRETARY: Alison McClelland STAFF REP: Samantha Wight MEMBERS: Fr Matthew Thomas, Catherine Nunn, Joseph Brady, Alison McClelland, Stephen Newick, Lana Durie, Samantha Wight |
Parents and Friends AssociationParents and Friends are a very important part of our school community. They provide an opportunity for parents to take an active part in school activities. These activities are predominantly social and fundraising, but there are also opportunities for information, making suggestions and contributing to the maintenance of the school.
The money raised by Parents & Friends enables the school to purchase equipment that makes our school a better place for learning and play. Parents & Friends meetings take place on the 3rd Monday of each month at 7.30 pm in the St Mary of the Cross Community Centre. Office bearers for this year are: Chairperson: Liz Newick Secretary: Nicole Maple Treasurer: Lana Durie Please give some thought to playing an active part in Parents & Friends. Annual Report to the Community |