The role of the Governing Council

The Governing council works in conjunction with School staff. They are a group of individuals who work together for a common purpose to act for the common good of the Paringa Park Primary School. The council is elected by the school community to act on its behalf.

 

The Governing Council has responsibility for:

• Strategic financial planning, including budgeting and administering finances and planning and authorising the allocation of school funds.
   

• Human resource planning, including participation in appointment of leadership positions.
   

• Involvement in the program and activities of the school and encouraging other parents and community members to do so.
   

•  The formulation, review and approval of policies in conjunction with school staff and within
  DECS frameworks.
   

• Overseeing the development of the Partnership Plan, monitoring the implementation of the plan and reporting on its success and the areas that need improvement.
   

• Establishing goals and priorities for Paringa Park Primary School.
   

• Promoting the interest of the school throughout the community.
   

• Fundraising.
   

• Facilities planning and oversight, including maintaining buildings, grounds and equipment.
   

• Participation in the School Watch Program.