We see our parents as our partners. Together we can be amazing! You can participate in a variety of ways such as School Advisory Council, Parents and Friends committee, tuck shop, working bees, excursions, volunteering in the classrooms and just by staying up to date with school news and happenings.

We look forward to welcoming you in any way that you are able to be part of our wonderful community at St John the Baptist. Please feel free to ask or make contact with the office.

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Classroom Helpers

Our learning spaces are always open to helpers, we are very grateful to the many parents, grandparents and volunteers that are part of our daily school life. Classroom helpers engage in a variety of activities, including reading groups, maths games, cooking classes, gardening and extra-curricular activities. There are also many other opportunities to join in, for example, by covering library books, attending excursions, assisting with our Art Show and School Production or helping out in the canteen. We know that children who have parents involved in the life of their school have better learning outcomes. Together we believe we can go further!

 

Parents & Friends

Schools are wonderful social places and many friendships are made between families. The Parents and Friends Committee is a group of parents who plan, organise and lead a variety of social and fundraising activities. Meetings are held throughout the year on a Monday evening. There is a core group of dedicated parents that regularly meet as the committee and other parents come to one or two meetings to help out with key events – all are welcome.

 

School Advisory Council 

Our parents have a lot to offer in the area of school improvement. The School Advisory Council is an opportunity for parents to work with our school leaders to create a better schooling experience for children and families. Typically the  School Advisory Council  is made up of parents, the school Principal, Deputy Principal and Parish Priest. Some of the areas of focus for our  School Advisory Council  are School Strategic Planning, Child Safety and School Procedures, Transition to and from Primary School, Extracurricular Activities, Home-School Communication and Partnerships. 

 

Working Bees

We have working bees throughout the school year where we beautify and maintain our school grounds and buildings together as a community. All families who attend 2 two school working bees for the year are rebated their $100 maintenance levy. All working bees are advertised through our school newsletter.