School Board Chair & Parent Representative
Ned Hatswell
I’m Ned Hatswell, board member since 2023, School Board Chair as of 2024; and midway through my tenure as a parent at NPS with 3 children currently enrolled and one still yet to begin their journey. Sitting on the School Board is a privilege, and I feel very grateful to have a role within the school that provides the opportunity to contribute and connect both at the school and throughout the wider community. I have personal interests in music, science and the natural world around us and love to see these reflected in the school and its programs. Most important is seeing the school remains a safe and inclusive place to learn, a place that the students look forward to visiting, and where they can have a positive and successful learning experience.
Secretary & Parent Representative
Celia McCarthy
Hi, I am Celia McCarthy, I have two children at Noranda Primary School. I have a strong interest in the focus of student achievement and being involved in the implementation of policies that ensure success for all students. Children thrive in a positive learning environment, which paves the way to become successful adults and citizens. Being a member of the Noranda Primary School Board is my way of giving back and I feel strongly about the relationship between parents and the School Community.
Parent Representative
Kelly Maher
Hi, I’m Kelly Maher, a Parent of three boys, two currently attending Noranda Primary School with my eldest graduating here as School Captain in 2022. Our experience here at Noranda Primary School has been incredibly positive, so it only felt fitting to give back to the School that has given my boys so much. After consulting with a previous Board member, I decided to apply as a Parent Representative with no prior experience except a desire to be a voice for those who might not always be heard, and wanting an understanding of the inner workings of the School. Every meeting has been an amazing learning opportunity, and I know that the decisions we make contribute to building a better school and learning environment for students today and tomorrow. I feel so incredibly proud and privileged to be a member of our School Board.
Principal (Ex Officio)
Kristy Harrison
I am the Principal of Noranda Primary School and truly value the School Board. My motivation for growing and maintaining a healthy School Board is to build the partnership with parents and the community to grow our school to be the best we can. Partnering with families creates connections between home and school which boosts engagement for our students in attending and learning at Noranda Primary School. It also ensures we have a direct line to the parent body to ensure parents can know what we as a school are striving to do, and gain parent perspective and insights into our efficacy in meeting the needs of our students to ensure their success.
Staff Representative
Tracie Doherty
My name is Tracie Doherty, and I have been an educator for 34 years, the majority of which I have spent at Noranda Primary School. I am deeply committed to early childhood education and take great pride in fostering a positive, supportive learning environment where young children can grow and thrive. I value the strong partnerships we have with our parents and wider school community and believe the School Board plays a vital role in shaping the direction and success of our school.
Staff Representative
Nicette Cohen
I'm Nicette Cohen, a teacher at Noranda Primary School. I've spent the past 10 years teaching at Noranda, contributing to a 36-year journey in the education of primary school children. I’m dedicated to supporting every child in developing their strengths and reaching their personal best. I value an approach to teaching that considers the whole child, where strong connections between school and families help foster a caring and inclusive environment. Serving on the School Board offers a meaningful way to engage with our community and contribute to the school’s direction. I'm proud to work alongside others who are actively involved in shaping the future of our school.
Parent Representative
Kalli Mills
Hi, I'm Kalli Mills, mother of three. My daughter is in Year 6 and my son is in Year 2 at Noranda Primary School, my eldest son attends Hampton High School, and Noranda Primary School effectively prepared him for a successful transition. During my family's time at Noranda Primary, I served as P&C President. After concluding that role, I remained committed to actively participating in my children's education and decided to apply for the Parent Representative position, I am privileged to serve as a sounding board for school decisions and to leverage student data to better understand the inner workings of our outstanding school.
Community Representative
Ahmed Siddique
Pleased to have been invited to join the Noranda Primary School Board as a Community Representative. As a passionate and committed member of the Rotary Club of Morley, it has been a pleasure to initiate and implement a couple of Rotary Club projects, i.e. Buddy Bench and Educational Grants Program, as a start to fostering a connection with the school and a hope of engaging with students, staff and the wider community, to be of service into the future.
Community Representative
Sally Palmer
Parent Representative
Kate Armstrong
Hi, I’m Kate Armstrong and I have two boys at Noranda Primary School, with my eldest in year 6 in 2025. I am passionate about instilling a love of learning in my boys and encourage them to be curious about the world around them. I am very grateful to have been elected to the Noranda Primary School Board. I have always felt a strong sense of community at Noranda Primary and appreciate the wonderful opportunities the teachers and staff provide for our children. I was keen to join the Board as I saw it as an opportunity to give back and contribute to the continued success and growth of this wonderful school community.
Recent Meeting Minutes
Previous Meeting Minutes
Functions of the Board
a) The Board has the powers and duties:
i) to make recommendations in the following:
- establishing and reviewing from time to time, the school’s objectives, priorities and general policy directions;
- the planning of financial arrangements necessary to fund those objectives, priorities and directions;
- evaluating the school’s performance in achieving them; and
- formulating codes of conduct for students at the school.
ii) to make recommendations in consultation with students, their parents and staff on an appropriate dress code for students when they are attending or representing the school;
iii) to promote the school in the community;
iv) to approve:
- charges and contributions for the provision of certain materials, services and facilities under section 99(4) of the School Education Act;
- extra cost optional components of educational programs under section 100(3) of the School Education Act;
- items to be supplied by a student for use in an educational program under section 108(2) of the School Education Act; and
- any agreements or arrangements for advertising or sponsorship in relation to the school under section 216(5) of the School Education Act.
v) to provide advice to the principal of the school on:
- a general policy concerning the use in school activities of prayers, songs and material based on religious, spiritual or moral values being used in a school activity as part of religious education; and
- the implementation of special religious education under section 69(2) of the School Education Act.
vi) with the approval of the Minister or Director General, as the Minister’s delegate, to:
- take part in the selection of, but not the appointment of, the school principal or any other member of the teaching staff under section 129(2) of the School Education Act.
b) The Board cannot:
i) intervene in the control or management of the school;
ii) intervene in the educational instruction of students;
iii) exercise authority over teaching staff or other persons employed at the school; and
iv) intervene in the management or operation of a school fund.
