School Council Information

School Council is a governing body for each public school. It plays an important role in helping to make decisions about the school’s direction, policies, and overall management. The council is made up of a mix of elected parents, teachers and the principal.

Some of the main responsibilities of a School Council include:

Setting the school’s budget and financial plans: School Councils help allocate funds for resources, school programs, and infrastructure.
Developing school policies: This can include policies on student behaviour, curriculum, and school activities.
Monitoring school performance: The council oversees the school’s progress, helping to guide the school towards meeting its goals.
Supporting the school community: School Councils may also help with organising events, fundraising, and fostering school spirit.

School Council Dates 2025 – Tuesday nights at 6:00pm, 2 per term (conducted both at school and online)

25th February

25th March

20th May

24th June

19th August

16th September

21st October

25th November

Summary of the School Council Positions Vacant for 2025.

Our School Council comprises of 8 parent members and 4 members from the Department of Education and Training (DET). This year, there are 4 parent positions and 1 DET position available for the next term on the School Council.

Nomination and self-nomination forms can be obtained from the office.

The positions have a tenure of 2 years, and nominations close on Wednesday 12th February, at 4 pm.

In the event of receiving more nominations than available positions, a ballot will be conducted. Further details will be communicated if necessary. For more information, please do not hesitate to contact the school office.

Year 6 Student Leaders

Listed below are the Year 6 Student Leaders for this year. I want to extend my congratulations to them for being selected for their roles and wish them the best as they begin their leadership journey.

School Captains

Noah D

Felicity R

House Captains

Blue – Indy H

Green – Issy H

Gold – Mila S

Red – Talon S

Other Leaders

ASPIRE/Community Leaders – Tyler W and Veyron B

Visual Arts – Charlotte S

STEAM – Jackie E

Water Bottles at School

An important reminder to please send your child/ren to school every day with a drink bottle filled with water. Children do have access to drinking taps in various areas of the school, however it is also important that they are accessing water during class times - especially in this heat.

Drinking enough water throughout the day is crucial for maintaining good health and wellbeing. Staying hydrated helps to improve sleep quality, mood, and cognition.

We strongly encourage families to send children to school with WATER ONLY, every day, to foster healthy habits.

School Council Election Information for Parents

We acknowledge the Bunurong people, the Traditional

Owners of the land on which Baxter Primary School resides, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.

Planks Incursion