Mission statement
The P&C Association of EdgeworthHeights Public School is child-centered. We work in partnership with the whole school community to provide an inclusive, safe, welcoming environment where all students succeed.
It is expected that all members of the Edgeworth Heights learning community and P&C conduct themselves in a respectful and positive manner in accordance with the school Fish Philosophys and the P&C code of conduct policy.
About the P&C
The Edgeworth Heights P&C Association is a not-for-profit organisation which is established to promote the interests of the school by bringing parents, citizens, students and teaching staff into close co-operation whilst assisting to provide facilities and equipment for the school. The P&C also assist with promoting the recreation and welfare of the students at Edgeworth Heights Public School.
AGM Nomination Form 2020
The P&C Association consists of the following positions:
- President
- Vice President (2)
- Secretary
- Treasurer
- Executive Members (6)
- Fundraising Co-ordinator
- Fundraising Secretary
- Fundraising Treasurer
You must be a member to hold a position and nominations take place at the Annual General Meeting in November. Throughout the year any positions that become vacant will be advertised in the school newsletter and nominations will be accepted at the next general meeting. Position descriptions are available from the Secretary by emailing edgeworthheightspnc@outlook.com.
What does the P&C do?
operates the canteen
actively fundraises to support the school with resources, equipment and infrastructure not provided by the Department of Education
contributes to the determination of broad school policy
encourages participation in school activities
promotes communication within the school community
each year the P&C contributes financially to the school. None of this is possible without our amazing volunteers and the support of the whole school community.
Membership
Membership of the Edgeworth Heights P&C Association is open to all parents and guardians of pupils attending the school and to all citizens within the school community. The P&C is always keen to welcome new members and particularly members who access or have an interest in the services provided by the P&C such as our canteen and fundraising activities.
Annual membership is $1.00 (one dollar) and entitles you to be involved in the decision making of the P&C Association. You are still welcome to attend meetings without becoming a member and membership is not required for you to volunteer in the canteen or at fundraising events. If you would like to become a member please fill in the membership form and bring it to the next meeting or return it to the school office for the P&C Treasurer.
Volunteering
The P&C Association is always looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help out with our canteen and fundraising events. You don't need to be a member of the Association to volunteer, but you do need to be related to a child attending the school. If you would like to become involved and help out, please fill in the volunteer form and return it to the school office or email it to edgeworthheightspnc@outlook.com.
Any person who is looking to volunteer at the school no matter what the capacity, is required to complete an Appendix 5 and provide a 100 points of ID please see the school office.