Roles Overview
An overview of the role of the School Council compared to that of the Principal.
| FOCUS | The School Council | Principal |
|---|---|---|
| Curriculum | Develops the broad direction and vision for the school using guidelines provided by the Department | Leads development of teaching and learning programs Determines teacher, subject and time allocations, timetables, class sizes and structures
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| Student Management | Develops student engagement policy and student dress code
Consults with the school community before adopting changes to these policies
| Implements these policies
Considers and, where appropriate, grants exemptions to dress codes
Manages all matters of student wellbeing, discipline and academic progress |
| Staff Employment and Management | Approved employment of some staff e.g., casual replacement teachers, canteen staff
Recommends to the Secretary of the Department the appointment of a principal
| Is responsible (as delegated by the Secretary to the Department) for the employment and management of persons in the Teaching Service (including non-teaching staff) |
| Buildings and Grounds | Enters in contracts for buildings and grounds improvements
| Oversees maintenance of all facilities
Monitors implementation of contracts
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