Our People
Our Board of Trustees
Providing governance, direction and support for our school community.
governance and direction
Board of Trustees
The Board is responsible for the governance of Waitaki Girls’ High School.
The Board provides governance and strategic direction for the school, ensuring there is a clear vision, strong accountability, effective resourcing, and a sustained focus on student achievement, wellbeing, and safety.
If you would like to contact the Board, please get in touch through the school office.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities of the Board include:
- Setting the strategic direction of the school
- Developing and reviewing policies
- Overseeing financial management
- Supporting student achievement and wellbeing
- Ensuring health and safety for students, staff and visitors
The Board represents the interests of the school community and reports regularly to both the community and the Ministry of Education.
Who We Are
Board Members
Nick Webster
Presiding member
Amanda Nicholls
Parent representative
Onna Tangifolau
Parent representative
Dagmar Rohrbach
Parent representative
Nola Tipa
Co-opted representative from Te Rūngana o Moeraki
Louise Lane
Staff Trustee
Leonie Groot
Student Trustee
Sarah Hay
Principal
Important Documents
Key Documents
Access important governance documents here.
Past decisions
Board Meeting Minutes
Board meetings are public events and parents are welcome to attend; meetings begin at 5:45 pm in the Staffroom.
Board meeting minutes are available below.
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