All government schools in Victoria have a School Council. They are legally constituted bodies that are given powers to set the key directions of a school within statewide guidelines. In doing this, a School Council is able to directly influence the quality of education that the school provides for its students.
The College Council at Horsham College is made up of four categories of membership as designated by the Department of Education and Training:
Generally, the term of office for members is two years. The term of office of half of the members expires each year, creating vacancies for the annual School Council Elections.
Parents on school councils provide important viewpoints and have valuable skills that can help shape the direction of the school. Parents are also welcome to contact the College to discuss being involved in one of the sub committees of the College Council.
The College Sub Committees are:
Current Horsham College Council members are:
Parent Members (6)
Brett Thompson | (1st Year) – President |
Shaun Casey | (1 year casual vacancy) – Vice President |
Anthony Schache | (2nd Year) – Treasurer |
Heath Watson | (1st Year) |
Sharyn Meyer | (1st Year) |
Luke Wearn | (1st Year) |
DET Members (5)
Rob Pyers | Principal/Executive Officer |
Bridie Feehan | (2nd Year) |
Meg Woolford | (1st Year) – Assistant Treasurer |
Jessica McAndrew | (1st Year) |
Susan McKenry | (2nd Year) |
Community Members (4)
Yolande Grosser | (2nd Year) |
Nicole Timms | (1st Year) |
Rowan Smith | (1st Year) |
Ann Howell | (1st Year) |
Student Representatives (2)
William Schache | (1st Year) |
Deegan McKenry | (2nd Year) |
College Personnel Supporting School Council
Melissa Trudel | Minute Secretary/Principal’s PA |
Melissa Twaddell | Assistant Principal – Year 11 & 12 |
Louise Amor | Assistant Principal – Year 9 & 10 |
Shannon Argall | Assistant Principal – Year 7 & 8 |
Liam Offer | Assistant Principal – Alternate Programs |
Further information regarding School Council is available from Rob Pyers, Principal.