Every Queensland state school P&C executive officer needs to understand the rules and regulations for P&Cs. P&Cs are governed by the Queensland Department of Education. The following Department of Education procedure contains a good summary of the legislative framework under which Queensland P&Cs operate, as well as many relevant links. Parents and Citizens Associations Management Procedures
Executive Positions:
President:
The President acts as a representative of the Association, encourages communication between the Association, School administration and the community and encourages participation in the Association. The President will be the chair of the meetings and conduct them in an efficient and timely fashion, being familiar with the rules, constitution and other documents governing Association operations. The President is an official member of the school council for the School (if one exists).
Candidate 1 Leigh Passfield
I am currently the President of TGSHS P&C and have been an active member of the P&C since 2017. My two children are currently at the school.
I enjoy working with people to bring ideas and opportunities to life, and TGSHS P&C is about this in spades. Being able to collaborate with different groups within the school community has resulted in some big positive changes and hopefully more will be achieved.
Recently we have implemented the café which has become a hub for students and a resource to assist them in getting job ready, we have implemented online ordering and payment systems to make life easier for parents, we have established structures to help bring the community together such as establishment and growth of A4A (Activities for Activities) and PEG (Parent Engagement Group) as subcommittees, and we have facilitated more ways parents/guardians can hear from the school and give feedback.
Working with people to come up with ideas and solutions is what I enjoy. Implementation of some of the ideas is an ongoing process and sometimes seems to take “forever” but commitment to the change sees many things through.
Having an open and transparent P&C is really important to a school community and I am a very strong advocate of this and intend to ensure this continues.
I am happy to serve again as President to work with a new executive team to see the current projects finished and help guide and develop new ones.
Candidate 2 Scott Spence
Hi, I’m Scott Spence, I first arrived in The Gap in 2004. My children were brought up in The Gap. I run a local project management training company and my partner, Rachel runs a childcare center in West End.
My involvement in the P&C has been a long one, firstly as president in 2017, dealing with shoegate in 2018 and then as membership manager and vice president in 2019 and 2020. We have had our current president for 2 years, change is good and with a fresh set of eyes I’d be happy to take up the mantle again. https://youtu.be/N8bedBNXfZY
I have three children at TGSHS; Alexander (Year 7) Robin (Year 10) and Zoe (Year 9). I’ve got plenty of experience that makes me ideal for the role of president.
During the year that I was P&C president we carried out some significant technological changes in the uniform shop, increased participation of parents at meetings and initiated online email communication with parents. Meetings seldom went much beyond 2 hours – in itself no small feat.
Here are three reasons you should pick me for president:
- I have experience with organisations going through cultural change
- I have a track record of delivering value to the P&C
- I am focused on the smooth management of the P&C
My plan for the P&C is to strengthen employer-employee relationships and relationships with local businesses. Increasing parent involvement through innovative ways to engage the broader community.
Vice-President:
Steps into the role of the President should they be unavailable and undertakes tasks to reduce the workload of the President. The Vice President needs to be familiar with the operation of the P&C; be acquainted with the duties of President; and understand meeting rules and procedure. The Vice President should consider this position as the president’s understudy and to provide support and assistance to the president.
Candidate 1 Andy Davey
Hi, I’m a father of two teenagers at TGSHS ( Yr9 and 10). Outside of being a father and Husband of 19yrs, I’m an Engineer working as the National Operations Manager for a Modular Construction business. I won’t bore you all with my professional resume, feel free to look me up on LinkedIn. I have over 20yrs years of management experience that I bring to our P&C executive.
At TGSHS we have three businesses in operation, all with their own challenges. I joined the P&C executive in 2019 and in that time have worked closely with Leigh to start to transform many aspects of our businesses, specifically the uniform shop and tuck shop – both of which are now producing improved results. As a P&C we have a fiscal responsibility to maximise the profitability of the school businesses for the benefit of the school and the students.
I have a can-do attitude to life and work which I hope brings a level of positivity and forward thinking to our P&C. I love taking on project challenges that produce direct results for the school, an example of this is the recently installed skateboard and scooter racks that I designed for the school.
Should I be re-elected I am looking forward to working harmoniously with the new executive to make the most of what is left of our interrupted post covid school year and also put in place longer term plans for continued growth of our three businesses.
Candidate 2 David Nichols
David Nichols lives in The Gap with his Wife Andrea and three children, Trinity (year 12), Aliya (year 9) and Tayt who attends TGSS (year 6). David has been actively involved with the high school since 2015 as a committed member of the P & C, as well as a School Councillor and now a lead for the A4A activity Program. He is an ambassador for community awareness and activities associated within The Gap.
Being an advocate for raising funds for the school, David’s main aim is to bring communities together by organising and managing successful activities such as Nerf Wars, Cheese Fest and The Gap Ninja Warrior.
Within his personal life David has fulfilled executive roles such as CEO and Managing Director for multi-million-dollar enterprises. He is currently COO for an International specialist oil and gas organisation which is currently expanding through Australia and the USA.
He is an enthusiastic inventor, creator and mentor to a young generation. Over the past 10 years, David has been an inspirational leader, empowering young engineers to become recognised industry leaders. He is also a main contributor to various Code of Practices as technical writer, innovator and chairperson managing over 40 avid members to the oil and gas specialist sector.
His sharp wit, dedication, and extraordinary sense of humour makes David a perfect candidate to support the P&C, its members, the school staff but more importantly, the pupils that attend the school.
Candidate 3 Scott Spence
Hi, I’m Scott Spence, I’m going for the President and Vice President roles. As there are only three people nominated and there are three roles you can vote me in for both!
You can read more about me in the president bio or take a look here at my youtube video. https://youtu.be/N8bedBNXfZY
I’m currently a vice president and have been president before. Looking forward to representing the school once again with a motto of inclusivity and understanding!
Treasurer:
The Treasurer has the overall responsibility for the financial management of the Association, including all subcommittee accounts. In their role they must comply with the Accounting Manual for P&C Associations in all respects. They prepare an annual budget and Annual Operational Plan for the Association in consultation with the Association’s Executive Committee. It is the Treasurer’s responsibility to keep accurate accounts of receipts and expenditure.
Candidate 1 Christina Xu
I am Christiana Xu, and in my first year with this excellent high school as my son started in Year 7 this year.
I want to be part of the school community and am very happy to help wherever I can. When I saw that the P&C was looking for a Treasurer, I thought why not – my skills are in this area.
I am a qualified CPA. I currently have the Finance office position in the Dept. of Education. I gained annual financial reporting experience in the Department of Public Safety Business Agency. I had experienced in the Management Reporting and SDS report with the Department of Justice and Attorney General. Also, I had taxation experience with private company and taxation agent as well.
I want to use my experience to serve the TGSHS Community. And I am looking forward to taking Treasury role in the P&C of TGSHS. Hope in the rest of a few months, I can working together with the community member to achieved P&C ‘s goal of serving better for the TGSHS community.
Candidate 2 Scott Spence
Hi, I’m Scott Spence, I’m going for the President and Vice President roles. I put myself down as Treasurer as we thought there might be no one stepping forward, and I’m not able to change my nominations now ;-( So please vote for Christina Xu – she seems to be well qualified for this position. I’m looking forward to working for her.
If you are interested in me, think of voting me in for President, you can read more about me in the president bio or take a look at my youtube video https://youtu.be/N8bedBNXfZY
I’m currently a vice president and have been president before. Looking forward to representing the school once again with a motto of inclusivity and understanding!
Secretary:
The Secretary collates the agenda papers for each meeting, (including subcommittee reports) and assists the President in preparing an agenda for each meeting. They prepare and present minutes of the Association’s meetings, record and deal with correspondence in/out as directed and generally organise, record and maintain information pertaining to the activities of the Association.
Candidate 1 Ingrid Dimock
I have lived in The Gap for 17 years and have had my children educated here. I love the energy of this suburb and the community feel created from local families with an invested interest in maintaining a highly supportive local environment for each other.
I have 2 children at The Gap State High and have been impressed with the leadership of Principal Anne, since my children commenced at the High School.
For the past 12 years I have run my own business in this area and understand the demands of time on us all as parents, business owners, workers and volunteers.
Part of that time, I was the PNC Vice President and a PNC volunteer parent at Hilder Rd SS from 2013-2018 working with an incredible team to create a range of successful fund raising opportunities and capital works for Hilder Road SS.
This year, I wish to help the PNC at The Gap High School with their Secretarial duties and am applying for the position of Secretary. I am an energetic, level headed team member eager to be out to work for the school and support an exciting team of local parents who wish the best for our school and children. I look forward to serving the families and school community for the coming year.
Candidate 2 Scott Spence
Hi, I’m Scott Spence, I’m going for the President and Vice President roles. I put myself down as Secretary as we thought there might be no one stepping forward, and I’m not able to change my nominations now. If you are interested in me, think of voting me in for President, you can read more about me in the president bio or take a look at my youtube video https://youtu.be/N8bedBNXfZY
I’m currently a vice president and have been president before. Looking forward to representing the school once again with a motto of inclusivity and understanding!
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