St Josephs Catholic Primary School is a community in which parents, staff and children seek to maximise educational opportunities in an environment of mutual co-operation and confidence. This is a process that requires a commitment by each person to be involved in the life of the school. When parents accept a placement for their child at St Josephs it implies approval of the ethos and policies of the school and a willingness to support the activities of the school. This involves:

• Attending class meetings
• Attending parent interviews
• Supporting sacramental programs
• Attending class liturgies when possible
• Taking part in the functions and projects organised by the school or Parents and Friends Association
• Supporting school and class academic programs as a volunteer
• Participating in the duty rosters at Kindergarten, Pre-Primary, Canteen and other school activities

Any such involvement improves the quality of your childs school experience and repays you in enjoyment and satisfaction.

Parents & Friends Association

The P&F Association meet monthly. All parents are expected to support this association by attending meetings. The P&F Association provides an excellent form for parents to actively contribute in the operation of the school by sharing their vision for future developments and by assisting with fundraising.

School Board

St Josephs has an elected School Board which is responsible for the financial management of the school. The functions of the School Board include:

• Planning for the associated activities with the school
• Managing finances associated with the school
• Managing or discharging staff, on the recommendation of the Principal, and in accordance with the guidelines
• Advising the Principal with respect to school policy which has financial implications

Members of the school board are elected at an Annual General Meeting, which is held in November each year. The term of office when elected is for a period of 2 years and School Board members may serve for a total of 6 years.