Introducing our new Parents and Carers' Association

Over the past year, a group of dedicated parent volunteers worked alongside the Principal to form an Interim Parents and Carers’ Association (IPCA). Re-establishing meaningful dialogue with our parent community has been central to this work. Through open and thoughtful conversations, we co-created a shared vision for how families could become more involved in school life. These conversations helped to break down old barriers and laid the groundwork for a more connected and collaborative future.

A Charter and a Committee

At the start of Term 2 2025, the Interim PCA entered its next phase. A Charter for the formal Parents and Carers’ Association was drafted and approved by the School Board, nominations for the PCA Organising Committee were received, and the inaugural PCA Organising Committee was formed. The work of the PCA is guided by the ‘Five Cs’ which is a simple but powerful framework for connection and contribution:

• Community: Fostered strong relationships within the school and the wider Maitland community.
• Connection: Created meaningful opportunities for families to come together.
• Communication: Supported open and consistent communication between families and the School.
• Collaboration: Promoted a culture of shared responsibility and mutual respect.
• Care: Built a supportive network that promoted wellbeing and reflected the values of HVGS.

An Open Invitation

Every HVGS parent and carer is automatically considered a member of the PCA and we acknowledge that every parent and carer bring something valuable to the community. Below you will find a QR code to access the PCA Charter. We invite you to read the Charter to find out more about how you can get involved in PCA subcommittees and PCA meetings.

Meet the PCA Organising Committee

• Sarah Anderson-Turner - President
• Kristy Sibanda - Vice President
• Patrick (Tanava) Boonsoong - Treasurer
• Kate Pyle - Secretary
• Katherine Redford Reynolds - Chair of Events Sub-committee
• Natalie Regnis - Chair of Community Engagement Sub-committee
• Jacqueline Chevally - Chair of Inclusion Sub-committee
• David Lewis
• Emma Clifton
• Nicholas Bedggood
• Adam Fletcher