School Board

Marri Grove Primary School Board consists of parent representatives, a member of the P&C, staff representatives and the Principal. Members of the community may also be co-opted by the Board for specific duties as need arises. The Board meets regularly during the year. Both the P&C and School Board are vital components of our school and we strongly encourage you to become involved and play an active role in your school community.

The Board is responsible for:

  • Determining priorities and objectives for the next planning cycle
  • Endorsing the school’s Business Plan and the Delivery and Performance Agreement
  • Endorsing the Budget associated with the Business Plan to see that it is consistent with the priorities set
  • Reviewing the Business Plan based on the analysis of student outcomes
  • Reviewing the Annual School Report
  • Reviewing the Schedule of Fees and Charges

School Board Members

Ruby McCaw – Board Chair and Parent Representative

Hello families of Marri Grove Primary. My name is Ruby McCaw and I am your School Board Chair. I am a mother of four beautiful children, three attend MGPS currently. I have been with my husband for 18 years and we have lived in Byford for 8 years now. I have loved watching this community grow over the past several years and enjoy the suburban lifestyle with a country feel. Currently I am running our carpentry business at home and focusing on our newest addition to the family. My passion is education and I have been a primary school teacher since 2013 – I have done a lot of relief at Marri Grove and love working with all of the wonderful students and staff.

I have been on the school board since 2019 and this is my fifth year of being the Chair. I am proud to be a part of an amazing school and over the past few years I have seen the positive growth and progress, both academically and as a community of Marri Grove Primary. I joined the board initially to better my knowledge of the school and to be a part of the school community when my son started kindy. As a teacher myself, I strive to better education for students and to be a voice for parents. The board has enabled me to do so by working with like-minded parents, teachers and admin who are all strong advocates for the school’s continual growth and success.

I look forward to continuing my journey with the Marri Grove School Board, and if you see me around the school, please say hello. I always look forward to meeting new and old faces.

Sharn Mery – Parent Representative

Hello my name is Sharn Mery. I am married with one child, an 8-year-old boy. I have lived in Byford for 10 years and worked in childcare in multiple roles for 23 years. I made a career change 3 years ago and started a small family business Enchanted Sleepovers and Picnics.

Joining the board, for me was a way to connect with my child’s school community and be a part of the decision-making process that promotes a positive inclusive culture. I’m passionate about early intervention and working together for the best outcomes for our children. Being a board member has assisted me to gain a deeper understanding of the legislation requirements that our school follows, and in return builds Marri Groves values and policies on.

My goal is to encourage other families to join the board who will come with a variety of different voices and experiences to share. Hopefully I will be able to bring something positive to my child’s school with my years of experience in the early years education sector. The happy medium of the parent hat and the educator hat.

 

 

Kayla Summerscales – Parent Representative

My name is Kayla Summerscales. My relationship with Marri Grove Primary School started back in 2016 when my first child began kindergarten. Over the years the school staff have helped our family in many different ways, and I am very grateful for their kindness and compassion. I joined the school board in 2023 to help give back to the school and to provide a parent perspective on board related matters. It has been a rewarding experience, and I continue to enjoy working with the great people on our board.

 

 Kat Jellema – Parent Representative

My name is Kat Jellema. I am a member of the local Byford Community. I have 3 Children. One has finished their primary years at MGPS, one is in Year four and my youngest hasn’t started school yet. I work full-time at a university, and I’m also Secretary of the school P&C. My background is in education, early childhood, vocational education and training and higher education. I have also studied Management, Business, Criminology and Justice and Auslan (Australian Sign Language). I joined the school board so that I could better understand the school’s strategic direction and have a voice in helping the school achieve the best educational outcomes and experience for all students.

 

 

 

 

Hugh Jones – Community Representative

My name is Hugh Jones, and I am the community representative on the board. I have two adult children, one of whom has special needs, and I spent 30 years in the Navy with a significant time spent away from my family.

I am on the school board to offer a different perspective from a teacher and a parent, and to help contribute towards a wonderful school that we can all be proud of.

 

 

 

Isabella Bulich – Staff Representative

My name is Isabella, and I am a Year 3 Teacher at Marri Grove Primary. I have joined the school board because I am passionate about supporting the growth and success of our school community. In my role as a Year 3 Teacher, I witness the positive impact that effective leadership and teamwork have on student achievement. I want to play an active role in shaping decisions that benefit not only our students but also our staff and families. By being part of the board, I believe I can offer a valuable classroom perspective, helping to strengthen the connections between teachers, administration and the community while advocating for the needs of both students and educators.

 

 

                                                           

David Conlon – Staff Representative

Hello, my name is David and I’ve been a teacher at Marri Grove Primary School for 14 years and feel incredibly fortunate to be part of such a welcoming and supportive school community. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of teaching many local families and forming strong connections with students, staff, and parents alike. I joined the School Board because I care deeply about our school and wanted to help shape its future in a meaningful way. I’m passionate about education and committed to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive in a safe, respectful and inclusive environment.