We have two positions for parent representatives on the Board of Trustees
Nominations are open for the election of two parent representatives to the school board.
All eligible voters will receive a nomination form. Use this form to nominate yourself or someone in your community. You will also receive a nomination cover letter calling for nominations. Information on who is not eligible to be a board member is provided with the nomination form.
If you need more nomination forms, contact the school office.
Nominations close at noon on 9th October 2024. You may provide a signed candidate statement and photograph with your nomination.
The electoral roll is held at the school and can be viewed during normal school hours.
As nominations are received, there will be a list of candidates’ names kept at the school up until election day, which you can view.
Voting closes at 4pm on 13th November 2024
Manuela Hodgson
Returning Officer
MESSAGE FROM THE BOARD
We have a strong belief that every child deserves the opportunity to achieve their full potential.
Our team is very focused on creating a culture that enables all students, parents and teachers to be engaged in a learning and teaching partnership.
We have a very talented and enthusiastic team of teachers who are extremely passionate and are just waiting to unlock and unleash the full potential of every child.
We believe it’s our role to ensure all of our students are well prepared academically and socially for the next step in their education.
Our school has an amazing history and our community is a big part of this. We would love for your child to be part of our exciting future.
The Board of Trustees consists of five members elected by parents of children attending the School, the Principal and a Staff Representative.
The term of office for the Board of Trustees is for a period of three years. Next elections will be in 2025.
The Board of Trustees is responsible for governing the school by formulating and reviewing policies that efficiently and effectively help achieve school goals for student learning and achievement. Students, and their learning are our main focus! The Principal is responsible for the day to day management of the school.
Board of Trustees meetings are usually held twice per term at 6.30pm in the School Staffroom. The date and venue are advertised in the School Newsletter. Parents and Caregivers are welcome to attend these meetings. Please email office@pauatahanui.school.nz if you would like to attend a board meeting.
To contact the Board of Trustees you can email bot@pauatahanui.school.nz
BOARD MEMBERS
Caine Webster (Principal)
Libby Tuite (Presiding Member)
Simon Jones (Finance)
Rosie Clement (Fundraising)
Kate Excell (Staff Rep)
Manuela Hodgson (Secretary)
Libby Tuite - Presiding Member
Kia ora e te Whānau, my name is Libby and I have one child at school, my son Braxton is in year 6. I feel honoured to be part of the Board of Trustees at Pāuatahanui school.
It’s important to me that all children receive a quality education and that the school is run with transparency and trust, and staff are supported in their jobs and can focus on our children.
Always happy to chat, so please do approach me for a chat if you see me around!
Ngā mihi
Simon Jones - Finance
I’m pleased to be serving on the board for a second term. My children are now in years 4 and 6. I would like to continue to contribute to making Pauatahanui School the best it can be so that they continue to get the best possible start to their education. I would also like to ensure the school continues to be a fun, safe and engaging place for children to learn.
I am an engineer and work at a renewable energy company based in Wellington.
Please feel free to contact me if there is anything I can help you with at the school.
Rosie Clement - Fundraising
Hi, I’m Rosie and I have 4 children at various stages of their education journey. I will be connected to the primary school for sometime yet!
I am excited to contribute to the school, our community and our children as a member of the Board of Trustees. I hope to be able to apply my professional experience as a technology and business leader, along with my dream of seeing all children provided with an equitable start in NZ, to my role as a board member.
