School Council
As an Independent Public School, West End State School (WESS) is required to have a School Council. The School Council plays a key role in school governance and has been in operation at WESS since 10 June 1998.
The primary role of the School Council is to monitor the school’s strategic direction and support continuous improvement in student learning outcomes. The Council meets at least twice each semester.
The Education (General Provisions) Act 2006 (Qld) outlines the functions of School Councils and requires each Council to operate under an approved constitution.
Functions of the School Council
In accordance with the Act, the functions of the School Council are to:
monitor the school’s strategic direction
approve strategic plans and policies, or other documents affecting strategic matters, including the annual estimate of revenue and expenditure
monitor the implementation of approved plans, policies and strategic documents
advise the Principal on strategic matters
The School Council performs all functions with a clear focus on improving student learning outcomes.
Composition of the School Council
WESS actively encourages broad representation on the School Council to reflect the diversity of our school community.
In accordance with the current Constitution, the School Council comprises ten members, including:
three elected parent/carer members
three elected staff members, representing teaching, teaching support and non‑teaching staff
up to two appointed members, selected for their specific knowledge and experience to support strategic direction
the President of the School Parents & Citizens’ (P&C) Association
the School Principal
One member is elected as Chairperson of the School Council. The School Principal is not eligible to hold this position.
Contact
For enquiries or to contact the School Council, please email: schoolcouncilchair@westendss.eq.edu.au.