School Council

Now that the election is complete and the office bearer positions have been filled, we would like to introduce our parents who are on School Council for 2023. 

Steve Horvat- President

Steve Horvat is returning as the School Council President for the 2023 school year. 

Steve is the parent of Ollie in 3/4 Eleanor and Maddy in 3/4 Matt.

Joanne Pitt- Vice President

I am new to NPS, with my daughter Chloe Rivis starting in Prep B this year.  I decided to volunteer on the school council to learn more about how the school works and to get involved with helping where possible.  I enjoy being part of the Northcote community where I live. 

I chose to be part of the Environment sub-committee as I enjoy being outdoors, and I think there is great value in our children having significant outdoor areas to use in their learning and free time.  If anyone has any thoughts or suggestions on improving the school grounds, please feel free to share your thoughts with me. I will take these to the following environment subcommittee meetings, or you can join us on the environment subcommittee if you have the time!

Stephen Moore- Treasurer

Stephen Moore is another returning member for School Council 2023, this time around he has taken on the role of Treasurer and will head up the Finance Sub-committee. 

Steve is the parent of Sienna in 1/2 Brigitte.

Tom Payen-Payne

This is my first year on school council and to be totally honest, it is not something I have considered being a part of previously. However, through the last two and a half years I have become more invested in the school collective and everyone that is working so hard to make NPS a wonderful place for our kids to be.

I have chosen to be on the community sub-committee as it was that sense of togetherness that first drew myself and Kat (Leo’s mum) to Northcote Primary. It is important to me that NPS’ culture retains and improves on (wherever possible) that sense of community, both inside and outside the school, and remains accepting, bright and fun.

I am really looking forward to collaborating with our amazing Northcote community to help engage and create great events, build relationships and hopefully as a by-product bring a little extra funding in to the school.

That is me and Leo btw, he’s in 1/2A with Sharif 😊

Lucy Sinclair 

This is my first year on the School Council and I've joined the community sub-committee. If you're interested in getting involved in whole school events and fundraisers - please get in touch lucycsinclair@hotmail.com

I'm keen to strengthen the NPS community even more, especially after the School Fete! I loved seeing the children's faces running around and seeing how proud they were of their school. 

I've got girl/boy twins in grade 1 - Everly in Sam's class and Harvey in Brigitte's class. 

I look forward to meeting many more families throughout the year. 

Christian Scallen

My name is Christian Scallan and I am father to Juliette in year 3. This is my first time on School Council.  I am really looking forward to getting more involved with the school. What the last few years has taught me is that there is no time like the present. I have joined the Education sub-committee and really want to help support our whole school community. I encourage everyone else to get involved. Happy to discuss any of your comments or concerns to bring them to our school council. My best contact is christianscallan@gmail.com

Tarren Summers

Dadda to Clancypantsaroo in year 3/4.  This will be my second year on the council and this year the convener of the Environments Sub Committee.  The group assists the school with maintenance of the grounds, facilities (picnic tables, vege patch, sand pit).  In short we manage a prioritised jobs list of works and projects aimed at maintaining a safe, enjoyable and pleasant environment for children and families.  The group organises working bees to achieve a large part of our functions and specific targeted projects as they arise.  Lots to do in this group and you don't have to be a council member to join us at the subcommittee so drop me a line to join. I like long strolls on the beach.

Ellis Richardson

Ellis Richardson is co-parent (along with “Fete Boss” Samantha) to Year 1 student Xander. 

This is my 2nd year at Northcote Primary and 1st year on the School Council. I will be working on the Finance sub-committee and helping Lucy and the Community sub-committee.

Originally from Sydney (Yes, I’m a Swans’ fan!), I moved to Northcote in 2014, instantly falling in love with the vibe. As Xander’s school days approached, there was never any doubt that Northcote Primary would be the place for him to be.

I look forward to assisting the school over the next few years, and I hope to bring my leadership and business skills to assist NPS remain a bright-light throughout the community.