The Board is the Crown entity responsible for the governance and the control of the management of the school. The Board is the employer of all staff in the school, is responsible for setting the school's strategic direction in consultation with parents, staff and students, and ensuring that its school provides a safe environment and quality education for all its students. The Board is also responsible for overseeing the management of personnel, curriculum, property, finance and administration.
The structure of the Glendowie College Board is as follows:
- Five Parent Elected Members
- The Principal
- One Staff Elected Member
- One Student Elected Member (Annual election)
- Co-opted Members (currently none)
The Board normally meet eight times per year, and also operate a 'Finance and Property' sub-committee. Parents and other members of the community are welcome and encouraged to attend the Board meetings as observers.
Further information on the role of the Board can be found here: http://www.minedu.govt.nz/Boards.aspx
Glendowie College's Board Election Information leaflet may be downloaded here.
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Latest News
September Meeting : Wednesday 23 September 2026
Term 3 is done!
Well done to all the teachers and students for the huge effort this term with the many assessments and other school activities. Again, the sports teams have had great success at Winter Tournament. Thank you to the parents, coaches and volunteers who make these events possible.
My last message to the school community was to inform you of Mr Robertson’s resignation, whilst this is going to be a sad time, we must celebrate all that he has given to the school. The board is looking forward to reviewing the candidates that apply for the role, and we hope to have the best replacement secured by the end of November.
Another change at board level is we say farewell to Pita Alovili, it’s been a pleasure having this young man represent the students. His mature, fun, and approachable spirit has been an asset, and we wish him well for next year and beyond. This has provided the opportunity, through the student representative voting, for Colin Tran to take up this post. Colin joined us last night and is a very interesting young man, who will represent the students well.
Also, at last night’s meeting we welcomed Richard Thompson, to present his Physical Education, Outdoor Education and Health Department report. Richard was promoted to the Head of Faculty three years ago and continues to mentor his team to provide sequential learning experiences across all the classes. Continuing to provide consistent lessons for all students, enabling quality assessments and equity for the students. The team work hard to foster collaboration and a positive culture. As with all departments who present to the board, he took the opportunity to share the departments wish list to provide a better learning and physical environment. Also, this department is working hard to embrace and prepare for the curriculum changes and feel confident that with the MYP structure and course content, that they are well placed to continue providing a great curriculum for our students.
Following the informative responses to the latest strategic goals survey, we are compiling this into a Strategic Plan for 2027-2028. The board thanks the parents, teachers and students for providing their feedback. So far, the feedback has been consistent with previous years and shows that we are on the right track. One common theme was for the school to provide newer and more equipment and nicer outdoor areas for social connection. This will be more possible when more families pay their school donation. Did you know that only 57% of families have paid their donation for 2026! Sadly, the Ministry of Education doesn’t pay us enough, so we need our families to contribute.
And finally, here’s a reminder to the families looking to enrol for Year 9 in 2027. Whilst the out of zone ballot is closed, we are still keen to enrol eligible in zone students so we can continue with the timetable planning.
Lastly, have a wonderful break, and get ready for term 4.
Ngā mihi nui,
Belinda Sutherland
Presiding Member
