The Clare High School Governing Council’s role is to provide a link between the school community and the school principal, staff and students to strengthen and support the functioning and performance of the school. It meets twice a term to achieve this.

Some of the key roles of the Governing Council include to:

• • Provide broad oversight of the school canteen.
  • Consult with the school community to assist with setting the strategic direction and vision for the school, and in the development and review of school policies.
  • Review, approve and monitor the school’s budget and setting the annual material and services charge.
  • Review and endorse the school’s annual report and other policy documents.

The 2023 Governing Council is:

• • Matt Schultz, Chairperson
  • Trish Byerlee, Secretary
  • Ruth Gielis, Treasurer
  • David Klaassen, Vice Chair
  • Michael Nugent, Community Member
  • Kelly Hilton 
  • Derek Quinton
  • Mandy Drew
  • Sharryn Daly, Principal
  • Jacob Hayes and Jane Haren, Staff
  • Macy Young and Ella Smith, Student Representatives
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• Some of the current activities the Governing Council is undertaking:
  • Ongoing site improvements including the proposed student wellbeing centre development and digital school sign
  • Finalisation and implementation of the 5 year whole of school strategic plan
  • Improving the safety of Blyth Road School Crossing, school pathway access and student drop off zones
  • Positive Behaviour for Learning Review implementation process
  • Agriculture & Viticulture committee

The Governing Council welcomes input and feedback from the school community and encourages parents and caregivers to become involved with the council, its committees and activities.