Governing council

Participation in the Waikerie High School Governing Council gives parents and interested community members the opportunity to work with the Principal and school leadership team to influence the broad direction of the school. The members of the Governing Council share a common interest in working together in the best interests of the school and the Waikerie community.


The Waikerie High School Governing Council strives to be effective by:

  • focussing on improving student learning outcomes
  • leading School and community conversations about key issues and challenges in education
  • being actively involved in the development of the Site Improvement Plan
  • promoting meaningful parent and community participation and actively seeking the views of the school community
  • having a clear understanding of their roles and responsibilities
  • including members who represent the diverse views of the school community
  • having a clear and consistent process for decision making
  • maintaining high ethical standards
  • having members who have developed mutual trust and respect for one another
  • communicating with the school community about its activities.