RDAS Parents and Friends Association

Aim and Purpose

The Parents & Friends Association provide an opportunity to meet, work and socialise with the School Principal, teachers and fellow parents of the school.  Our purpose is to raise funds to benefit the whole school.

Representation on the School Governing Council

P&F representatives discuss issues and are involved in the decision making process for the ongoing planning and development of the school.

The 2007 Committee

President:     Jenny Longmire
V/President: Jill Koning
Secretary: Louie Forrest
Treasurer: Karen Russell
Publicity Officer: Annette Jackson

Committee Members:
Helen Bennie – School Rep
Sister Patricia
Sheila Culf
Emily Wilkin
Karen Russell – Governing Council Rep
Avril Luke – Market Day Rep

Social Activities

The P&F organise regular social functions throughout the year.

Some of the events include:

• Quiz night
• Market Days  (February – November) <more info>
• Coffee Corner ( on market days)
• Catering at Sports/Swimming Carnivals
• Working Bees/BBQ

Fundraising

Over the past few years, the P&F has raised considerable funds for school projects.

• Garden Upgrades
• Outdoor seating
• Electrical Equipment (TV, DVD & CD Players for classrooms)
• Donation towards Lunchtime Activities
• School Magazine
• Electric Pencil Sharpeners
• Literacy aids for Junior Primary

Involvement with the Parents and Friends’ Association doesn’t require large time commitments.  The Parents and Friends can utilise whatever time you have available.  The monthly meetings are held on the  first Wednesday of the month in the School Staff Room at 7.30pm.

Our Parents and Friends AGM is held in March.
If you are interested in any of the activities or would like more information, then please complete the following details below and leave at the School front office.