P&C - Community involvement

Our school values strong partnerships with our families and community. Parents and carers can get involved through our Parents and Citizens Association (P&C) or by volunteering at our school. Your time and support help make our school a better place for everyone.

Parents and Citizens Association (P&C)

Kotara South Public School has a strong and active Parents & Citizens Association (P&C).  The KSPS P&C is a group of parents and carers with students across all stages at Kotara South Public School.

As part of the NSW P&C Federation, we are committed to free public education for everyone, regardless of gender, cultural background, socio-economic status, and academic ability. The P&C supports parents, carers, and local community members to be a part of that process. We believe that educating our children is a joint responsibility between both parents and teachers.

Our mission statement is:  For parents and carers to work in partnership with Kotara South Public School by promoting an atmosphere of community and mutual respect; and upholding the school motto ‘Strive to Achieve.'

KSPS P&C Frequently asked questions (PDF 660KB)

Who is the KSPS P&C

We warmly welcome all parents, grandparents, and carers in our KSPS community to become involved in the P&C – it's a wonderful way to be involved in your child's education and support our school.  We also have an executive committee that carries out the decisions of the P&C. Every year at our AGM we call for nominations for the executive positions. The 2024 executive committee is:

President:  Megan Spencer

Vice President 1: (Canteen): Ryan Shepherd

Vice President 2:  (Uniform): Alisha Peters

Secretary:  Michelle Parsons

Treasurer:  Rebecca Mitchison

Uniform Shop Coordinator:  Angela Dwyer

Events and Fundraising Coordinator:  Heidi Adnum

Kotara South Public School has a strong and active Parents & Citizens Association (P&C).  The KSPS P&C is a group of parents and carers with students across all stages at Kotara South Public School.

As part of the NSW P&C Federation, we are committed to free public education for everyone, regardless of gender, cultural background, socio-economic status, and academic ability. The P&C supports parents, carers, and local community members to be a part of that process. We believe that educating our children is a joint responsibility between both parents and teachers.

How do I join?

To join, purchase a $2 membership via the online Uniform Shop.

You can also complete a P&C membership form (below) and return it to the school office, along with $2 joining fee. Completed forms can also be brought to a P&C meeting.

To contact a member of the executive, please send an email kspspandc@gmail.com.

What the does P&C do?

Our P&C supports KSPS in many ways. We run the canteen and uniform shop, help improve school grounds, coordinate events, and fundraise to help purchase school resources. We also meet regularly to talk about relevant topics, listen to ideas, and make decisions.

The functions of the KSPS P&C are to:

• Enhance the educational, physical, and aesthetic environments of school for the students
• Provide financial support and resources to the school
• Operate a uniform shop
• Operate the school canteen and deliver healthy food options
• Promote and support school events

Through fundraising, the P&C is able to contribute to the school in a number of ways. This includes the provision of learning resources, leadership and life education programs, presentation awards, and gardening and sporting equipment.

Our recent contributions to KSPS include:

• Nature play space
• The covered outdoor learning area (COLA) in the senior area (partial funding)
• Canteen appliances
• Library furniture
• COLA tables/chairs
• Bike/scooter racks
• Sun shelters/gazebos for sports days
• School information signs

We also are responsible for the operation of the uniform shop and “The Best Canteen” – our fresh and healthy canteen, open five days per week and looked after by our canteen manager, Mrs Best & Mrs Morrison. We also enjoy and support social and community events within the school.

To receive regular P&C updates, please like/follow our KSPS P&C Facebook page

Join our P&C

Joining the P&C is a great way to get involved with the school community and meet other parents and carers in a relaxed, inclusive environment. We welcome people of all interests, skills, and availability, and you can become a member at any point in the year.

Formally, P&C members can vote on matters raised and decisions taken at P&C meetings. Members can also become part of the executive committee. Members also receive a copy of meeting minutes regardless of meeting attendance. Membership costs $2 per year.

To be able to continue the work that we do, we need support from parents and carers. We simply couldn't do it without you! If you are interested in becoming a member but unsure about committing your time, you can rest assured that there will never be any obligation to give more time than you are comfortable with.

Can I become involved if I am not a member?

We warmly welcome all parents and carers to share their time and skills with us, if possible, whether members or not. We are appreciative of volunteer time, whether ad-hoc, one-off, or on a regular basis. Volunteers do not have to be P&C members to support our projects and donate time. Here are some examples of ways to get involved:

• Do a shift in the school canteen
• Support our events and fundraising initiatives
• Participate in gardens and grounds days
• Manage the uniform shop or Book Club
• Have a voice in our activities by attending meetings

What is the difference between volunteering and becoming a P&C member?

P&C meeting

The P&C meets on the second Wednesday of the month at 7pm in the school library and via Zoom. All are welcome. We also hold an AGM at the beginning of every year. You don’t have to be a P&C member to attend a meeting.

Volunteer at our school

Helping out at school is a great way to get involved in your school community.

Volunteer opportunities include:

• helping in the canteen
• getting involved in the P&C
• volunteering on sports days and other school events

Get in touch to find out how you can help!

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