The Committee of Management
Kurboroo Kindergarten is a non-profit, community based organisation.
The Committee of Management is a group of elected parents and is responsible for the management of the Kindergarten. Committee meetings are held monthly. All parents are welcome to attend, however only committee members have voting rights.
President
Jess Curcio
Acts as the official spokesperson or representative for the kindergarten. Ensures that the role of the committee is being met and that requirements are fulfilled for council, MIKA and the Department of Education (DET) Ensures all parents are informed about the kindergarten and decisions the committee makes. Chairs committee meetings and the Annual General Meeting in November. Also attends Maroondah Council Presidents meetings.
Vice President
Jarryd Fell
Assists the President wherever possible and takes over in their absence. Updates and files kindergarten staff qualification requirements. Distributes and analyses the Parent Satisfaction Surveys.
Secretary
Gemma Jamieson
Files committee qualification requirements. Co-ordinates the committee meetings, compiles agenda items, takes minutes at the committee meeting and distributes to all members and staff. As Public Officer, the Secretary is to forward the necessary documents to Consumer Affairs and the DET after the AGM. Co-ordinates and drives the regular renewal of kindergarten policies and accreditations such as Asthma and Sunsmart that are associated with policies.
Treasurer
Bec Gauci
Oversees the preparation of financial statements and monitors the budget. Payment of invoices, reimbursements and some banking is also required. It is highly desirable that the person taking on this role has bookkeeping or accounting skills. Works with our Bookkeeper/Payroll officer.
Business Operations Manager
Penny Palmer
Co-ordinates enrolments for the 3 and 4-year-old programs, including the collection and banking of term one deposits. Prepares a welcome letter to be sent out with acceptances and information packs to be distributed at the AGM. Collates information from the handouts that have been distributed at the AGM. Required to attend monthly MIKA meetings and report back to the committee about these.
Fundraising Coordinator
Eliza Schwab
Organises 2-3 fundraising events a term to raise money for the kindergarten. Sources donations to be auctioned/ raffled for various events and will need to bank funds raised. Also organises the Trivia Night, which is a major fundraiser. This includes confirming location, trivia company and sourcing donations for silent auction and prizes. Reports monthly in the newsletter of upcoming events, goals for the funds and achievements reached. Works with group reps, who are there to support the Fundraising Co-ordinator in their role.
Social Coordinator
Gemma Capuano
Organises whole kindergarten social activities – Disco, Miniature Railway and other events. Coordinates and works with the social group reps to ensure that they are organising social functions for their groups.
Promotions Officer
Emily Sleeman
Advertises, promotes and organises the kinder Open Day held each year in May. Sends reminders and news to families via Facebook. Collates general news and information to produce a monthly newsletter for families.
Grants Officer
Bree Kellock
Sources and applies for community and government grants. Prepares proposals to submit with grant applications, which may include obtaining quotes from contractors. Attends the 5 year business plan Sub Committee meetings.
Sustainability Officer
Leona McHugh
Works with the educators and committee members to investigate and implement sustainability and environmental practices into the kindergarten.
IT Officer
Daniel Farkas
Updates and maintains the website. Assists Staff and Committee members where possible with any queries regarding office computer, equipment, software and the website.
Maintenance Officer
Ryan Fox
Organises and co-ordinates working bees which are held once per term. Arranges the replacement or repair of items around the kindergarten as required. Ensures the grounds are always well maintained.