The Rostrata Primary School Parents and Citizens Association (P&C) is an incorporated body affiliated with the Western Australian Council of State Schools Organisation (WACSSO).
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Mission & Objectives
Our mission is to actively work within the school community to provide support for the students and staff members. This is primarily achieved through the assistance of volunteers from the Rostrata school community. Together we provide a positive environment, where a sense of community is encouraged.
Our objectives are to:
- Develop & encourage opportunities for parent participation within the school
- Provide opportunity for parents to discuss matters relating to the school and community and gather opinions
- Promote and support communication & cooperation within the school community
- Provide funding for projects, programs or services that benefit the students in line with the Rostrata Primary School Strategic Vision and Masterplan within P&C Funding Guidelines
Activities the Rostrata P&C are responsible for:
- Operation and Management of the school Canteen
- Sale of second hand uniforms
- Co-ordination & management of various fundraising activities and community events such as Picnic’s, Disco’s, Fun Runs etc
- Co-ordination of Year 6 Graduation Dance & Yearbook
- Members of Fathering Project
The P&C have provided funding for projects such as:
- Playground Upgrades
- Various Kitchen Garden infrastructure projects, including raised garden beds
- Play equipment for our early learning areas, including the bike track, mud kitchen, slide
- Mathletics Subscriptions
- Uniform items including Interschool Athletics Singlets, Choir shirts
Meetings
AGM
At the start of each year we hold an AGM where we elect the Executive Committee & Sub-Committee roles. All parents are invited to apply for positions and are formally elected to take up their roles for the forthcoming year. Click here for the Nomination Form
These roles include:
- President
- Vice President
- Secretary
- Treasurer
- Members (x3)
Sub-Committees:
- Events
- Rostrata Dads’ Group
- Graduation
- Canteen
Regular Meetings
P&C meetings are held in the evenings on the 3rd Monday of each new term. Please refer to the School Term Planner for dates. Any member of the school or local community is welcome to become a P&C member. In order to be a member of the P&C you must be over the age of 18 years and have paid an annual membership (currently $1). Membership Forms are available here . It is not compulsory to attend all meetings.
The P&C is always looking for willing parents to become part of its volunteer base and welcome new members. Even people with limited time can still make an impact on the school by volunteering in whatever capacity they are able to.
To view a copy of the latest P&C minutes click here.
P&C Communications
- Please check the school newsletters for regular updates
- Compass Notifications
- Rostrata Primary Facebook Page