The Board of Trustees is the governing body that is responsible for the governance, and the control of management of the school. The Board is responsible for setting the strategic direction of the school in consultation with parents and staff and ensuring that the school provides a safe environment and quality education for the students. The Board is responsible for overseeing the management of personnel, property, finance and administration.
The members of the Board are the Principal, a staff representative and five community elected parents. Elections for the Board are held every three years, with the latest election being held in May 2010.
Meetings are held monthly from February to December. Dates are on the school calendar and published in the newsletters.  We usually publish our News Letters on the website; Minutes are available for viewing from the school office. 

Contacting the Board 

Feel free to contact the Board by phoning or emailing the school office (see contact page).
You can send emails to individual board members here .

Here are the current board members in aphabetical order, with a little information about each of them (as at May 2010).

	Janine Foster: Chair Qualifications: BBS (Business Law) Employment: Manager at NZ Police Family: Married to Dave. Two sons; William in Yr 6, and Aidan is 3. Interests: I enjoy a game of tennis, a good book, a bit of cycling, travelling, and running. Reason for standing: I have a keen interested in the standard of education my children and the children of Maungaraki receive, and the broader environment in which they are encouraged to think and learn. Through the Board of Trustees I would like to play my part in helping Maungaraki School and those in it 'aspire to excellence'.
	Tim Fox: Policy and Procedures Portfolio Qualifications: BSc (Zoology), Dip Tchg Employment: Assistant Principal at Rongotai College Family: I am married to Lauren. We have two school aged boys, Jonathan and Alistair. Interests: Anything to do with biology, reading for escapism, rugby and rugby refereeing. Reason for standing: I have a real interest and passion for education and curriculum issues and believe that my experiences will help in the delivery of quality education for Maungaraki children.
	Kaye Francis: Secretary Qualifications: National Diploma in Business Employment: Manager Network Communications, The National Bank of New Zealand Family: Married to Nigel with one son, Jack. Interests: My interests include scrapbooking, I also like to devour Recipe books and magazines so that I can try new recipes out on unsuspecting friends. We also like to get out and about in the weekend including walking in Belmont Reserve, now trying out bike riding with Jack etc. Reason for standing: I would like to be able to contribute to our school and the education of our children. It is important that they are provided with as many skills and the best opportunities for the future.
	Keith Collins : Finance Qualifications: Bachelor of Applied Management (Strategic Management) Employment: Community Broadcasting Manager, NZ On Air Family: Janine and I have two children - Sian (11) and Joe (9) Interests: Apart from a busy family life, I enjoy motorcycling, being close to nature, the children's sport and reading. Reason for standing: To make an active contribution to a great community asset.
	Janet Evans: Staff Representative Qualifications: Bachelor of Education Diploma of Teaching Employment: Deputy Principal, Maungaraki School Family: I am married to Gary who is a Scientist and I have three sons.  Stephen (16)  is in year 12 and Jeffrey (13) is in Year 9 at Hutt Valley High School.  Richard (8) is in Year 4 at Normandale School.  I can’t forget my 3 cats, who are also males. Interests: I am very involved with my crafts of quilting and scrapbooking, which involves time with the girls at meetings, retreats and sewing evenings.  I love camping (in a tent) and enjoy time with family and friends. Reason for standing: I love working at Maungaraki School and have a passion for education. I enjoy working with the parents on the BOT looking at the big picture of the education that is provided for the students at Maungaraki School.
	Carmen Jennings: Principal Qualifications: Bachelor of Education. Masters in Educational Leadership Employment: Principal of Maungaraki School Family: Married for 30 years to Andrew Jennings. We have two daughters Tineke who is a Nurse and Sarah who is a teacher. I am also the very proud Oma of three grand children who are very special to me. Interests: In my limited spare time I enjoy walking along the beach or lagoon in Waikanae (where I live) with our dog; Family occasions; Entertaining with friends; Arts and Crafts - especially scrapbooking and card making; Music - listening to CDs and attending concerts and shows; Working out at the gym; Gardening - my new garden is now displaying some wonderful colour! Reason for standing: Principals are automatically placed on Boards of Trustees - but mostly because I believe in providing the best education possible for the students of Maungaraki School.
	Sean McGarry: Property Portfolio Qualifications:  Diploma of Fine and Applied Art (Otago), Cert. Production Graphics and Design (AIT) Employment: Creative Director and partner of Base Two - One Creative Source Family: I am married with two children at Maungaraki School. Interests: I spend my non-working life with my family and friends, managing our son's soccer team, running our dog, skiing, cooking for our friends and supporting the Phoenix's ongoing campaign to win the A league. Reason for standing: I am extremely keen to contribute to the continuing development of our children's education academically, culturally and socially. As a member of the BOT I feel privileged to have the opportunity to contribute to the strategic direction, governance and future success of Maungaraki School.