Springwood Public School P&C Association
What is a P&C Association?
A Parents and Citizens (P&C) Association is a not-for-profit organization made up of parents, caregivers, and interested community members working together to support our children’s school and education.
We organize events such as colour runs, school canteen treat days mother’s/father’s/ carer’s day stalls which all assist in raising vital funds e.g. we have previously subsidised excursions for every student in an attempt to keep costs down for families, purchased band equipment and new tables for the library to name a few. We act as a voice for parents, communicating with the school to address concerns and suggest improvements.
The P&C also runs the Uniform Shop with the help of volunteers. The P & C meets in weeks 3 and 8 of each term. Look for meeting dates and times in our weekly newsletters.
Why become a member?
Joining the P&C is about being involved for you children, making a difference, building a community, meeting new people, forming friendships and having fun!
Your level of involvement is up to you, you don’t have to be available for every event we run, most of our members have full time jobs, you can volunteer your time as much or a little as you want.
Engaged P&C members in strong numbers will give the best opportunity for us to combine resources and share the load resulting in greater output and success.
Members can participate in the decision-making processes of the P&C, vote on matters and hold an executive position on the committee.
When do we meet?
The P&C meets on a Wednesday night at 7.00pm in the staff room at Springwood Public on the 3rd and 8th week of each term. The meetings are informal, and we generally finish by 8pm. At these meetings, we organise fundraising and social events, discuss contributions to the school and receive a report from our Principal (Mehmet Mehmet).
Even if you are not able to attend a meeting, you will receive an emailed copy of the minutes of each meeting.
How do I join?
To join the P&C simply complete the form below and pay the annual Membership Fee of $5.00.
Payment can be made via cash or bank transfer (Name: Springwood Public P&C Association BSB: 032-837 Acc: 236 177 please put your name & ‘P&C Membership’ as the reference)
If you intend to volunteer at school events, you will require a NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC). This is a requirement for anyone who works or volunteers in child-related work in NSW. There is no fee if applying for a volunteer role. https://wwccheck.org.nsw.gov.au/Apply
P&C Contacts
If you have any questions and would like to contact a P&C member, please feel free to drop us an email.
President Email – Leah Jeffries- president.spspandc@gmail.com
Secretary Email – Lauren Jones: springwoodpublicschoolpandc@gmail.com
Treasurer Email – Hayley Barbera: Treasurer.SPSPandC@gmail.com
Come join us, be involved, make a difference and support our wonderful school!
SPRINGWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOL P&C UNIFORM SHOP
The Uniform Shop at Springwood Public School endeavours to provide a predominantly unisex selection of uniforms that are as comfortable, inclusive, and practical as possible for our active and busy students. We seek to keep prices low and competitive while still raising funds used by the P&C to support our school.
Our school Uniform Shop is operated by P&C volunteers throughout the year. Additional information/communication from the Uniform Shop is shared on Facebook (Springwood Public School P&C page), via email or the school newsletter.
Purchases can be made via the following:
TUESDAY open hours 3-3:40pm - In person from the Uniform Shop during opening hours via cash or EFTPOS. Alternative hours occur occasionally at the beginning of some terms/during the summer holidays at the coordinators discretion.
MONDAY TO FRIDAY - By phoning/visiting or emailing the school office and placing an order to the office staff.
Orders will be prepared each Tuesday afternoon and require payment either by sending in correct cash or by EFTPOS in person at the office.
Note that payment can NOT be made via the school website, bank transfer, School Bytes or over the phone. Paid for orders will be forwarded to the children's classrooms, and orders awaiting EFTPOS payment will be kept at the school office for payment and collection.
ANYTIME - Online at www.flexischools.com.au. Current and brand new uniform items are available online only. The cutoff for orders is each Monday at 4pm to be prepared the following Tuesday afternoon then forwarded to the children's classrooms if not collected in person.