The School Council plays an important role in policy decisions and setting improvement directions for the school. Our School Council team is very dynamic, vibrant and active at Emerald Primary School!!

 What role does the School Council play at our school?

A School Council’s objectives are to:

  • Assist in the efficient governance and policy making of the school.
  • Ensure that the decisions affecting the students of our school are made having the best interests of all students in mind.
  • Enhance the educational opportunities of the students of the school.
  • Ensure the school and the council comply with any EDEC (Emerald District Education Community) requirements.
  • Have a say in how Fundraising monies are spent.

 

Who is involved in a School Council?

Our School Council is made up of a range of people from our school community, including the Principal, the Assistant Principal, Teachers, Parents and Community members.

 

Do I need special experience to be on School Council?

No! What you need is an interest in your child’s education, interest in our school as a whole and the ability to work co-operatively with others to help shape the future of our school.

 

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. Parents who become active on a School Council find their involvement satisfying in itself and may also find that their children feel a greater sense of belonging.

 

What commitment will I need to make?

School Council must meet at least 8 times during the school year. The term is usually 2 years. The meetings begin at 7.30pm and are generally finished at around 8.45pm. Each member of the School Council is encouraged to take an active role on one of the following committees:

  • Grounds and Facilities
  • Finance
  • Fundraising

 

How can I become involved?

The most obvious way to become involved is to nominate yourself in the elections that are held each year in March – or contact the school whenever – they maybe a vacancy!

We look forward to some new parents and carers joining our School Council team!