Parent involvement at TVPS
We welcome our parents, carers, grandparents and community to help support us in providing the students with a rich, dynamic learning environment. We value people’s contributions, however big or small.
There are many ways to get involved from becoming a classroom helper, a regular working bee volunteer, joining our Parents and Friends Association or School Council, helping out for our school productions, to attending showcase evenings and open day sessions.
School Council
The School Council plays a key role in all Victorian state schools. The Council contributes to the broad direction and vision of the school, develops and reviews school policies, maintains the school’s grounds and buildings and helps to promote interest in the school in the wider community.
Being a member of School Council is a rewarding and challenging experience. As part of a team, Council supports the Principal and represents the school community in providing the best possible educational outcomes for students. The School Council consists of 15 elected members – parents and staff, including the Principal. Elections for Council positions are held in February of each year and the names of those elected are published in the newsletter
Please contact a Council member if you have an issue you would like discussed. There is an open invitation to all parents to attend School Council meetings as a visitor at any time.
Parents and Friends Association
The Parents & Friends Association (PFA) at Templestowe Valley Primary School is a group dedicated to bringing the school community together and providing opportunities for families to get to know each other. We do this through a series of events and fundraising activities throughout the year.
The PFA meets monthly but there is no requirement to attend all meetings. We understand how busy life is and we welcome anyone that can help throughout the year. There are many ways to help, both during and after school hours. Notification of meeting dates will be posted in the school newsletter and Compass App.
Some of the fundraising and community functions include:
- Community BBQ
- Student disco
- Mother’s Day Stall
- Father’s Day Stall
- Trivia Nights
- Movie Nights
- Easter Raffle
- Christmas Raffle
- Colour Fun Run
Everyone is welcome to join the PFA at any time. It’s a great way to meet other parents and have a laugh. If you are interested in attending a meeting or supporting in other ways, please contact us through the office or your classroom teacher.
Working bees and sponsorship
TVPS holds six working bees a year to assist with completing grounds projects and to keep our environment maintained for our community. We welcome any and all help – from moving tanbark, painting, cleaning and repairs.
We are always open to opportunities for sponsorship ranging from advertising in our school newsletter – ‘The Valley Views’, to the sponsorship of our school production. If you are interested in forming a relationship/sponsorship with TVPS please contact our school office on 8850 5777.
Volunteers will be required to provide Working with Children Checks to ensure that we are protecting our students and meeting our legal obligations.
Book a tour
Private tours of Templestowe Valley Primary School are available Monday to Friday all year round.
Come and see our school in person!