The role of the Board

The Kahurangi School Board is the governing body of our school. It is responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the school, including setting policies and ensuring the school is well run.

The Board’s main focus is to support the school to provide the best possible outcomes for all learners.

In practice, the Board:

• Sets the strategic direction and priorities for the school
• Helps ensure the school is a safe, supportive, and inclusive place for students to learn and thrive
• Monitors student progress and achievement
• Is accountable to the school community and the Ministry of Education for the school’s performance
• Is the legal employer of all school staff

The composition of the Board

The Kahurangi School Board is made up of:

• Five parent-elected board members
• One staff-elected board member
• The Principal

Elected board members serve three-year terms.

Current Board members

Jane Pierard | Presiding Member (Chairperson), Parent-elected
Alison Howard | Parent-elected
Carissa Toelupe | Parent-elected
Sam Wadham | Parent-elected
Mike Townsend | Parent-elected
Brynne Hey | Staff-elected
Kyran Smith | Principal

You can read more about our Board members on the Our Board page under Our People.

Board meetings

Board meetings are public meetings, and whānau are welcome to attend.

Meetings are usually held twice a term on a Tuesday evening and are advertised in the school newsletter.

Contacting the Board

If you wish to contact the Board, please do so via the school office or by email:

presidingmember@kahurangi.school.nz

Please allow 3–5 working days for a response.