Meet the Board

GWEN DOWNS

STA NEWS

My name is Gwen Downs. I have been involved with Hobsonville Primary School for a number of years now.  I originally helped in the Lunch Room and then went on to helping with junior parent reading and now I help with the senior parent reading and the mathematics programme.

 With a background in education, having taught for some 20 years, I feel that I can contribute to Hobsonville Primary  School on the board of trustees and see the school move forward.

ROBERT KING

PROPERTY

Hello, my name is Robert King. My wife Sharon and I have two sons, one of which attended Hobsonville Primary School from Years 1-8 and the other who is currently at school.  I work as a ship planner / supervisor at Fergusson Container Terminal for the Ports of Auckland.

 I was appointed to the Hobsonville Primary School board of trustees in September 2004 and have been responsible for school property matters.  This position has seen my involvement with the current developments relating to the land surrounding Hobsonville Primary School, with the aim to ensure that the school has a "voice" in such matters.

 I am pleased to continue in my role as a board member with the focus of ensuring the welfare of the children of Hobsonville Primary School, to benefit them both educationally and socially.

PAMELA MORROW

P.T.C.C. LIAISON

My name is Pamela Morrow.  I have two girls, Geena and Ruby de Beus who are in Years 6 and 4.  I work as a visual effects artist for a small company in Henderson creating visual effects for film and television.  This is my second term as a board trustee.  I try to give as much support to the school as time allows.  Aside from board of trustees duties, I coach netball, attend P.T.C.C. meetings and if needed, contribute ideas and technical knowledge to the school video projects.  My qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts from La Trobe University in Melbourne and Masters in Film, TV and Media Studies from the University of Auckland.

 Over the last three years, we have seen overall school achievement go from strength to strength.  I feel proud to have played a part in delivering an outstanding education to our children.

LANCE NORMAN

FINANCE

Kia ora. My name is Lance Norman. I'm married to Patricia and we have four children.  Our eldest two children attend Hobsonville Primary School.

I am currently the Chief Executive Officer for Waiora Healthcare PHO based in Henderson.  I have previously worked as a Senior Auditor for one of the largest auditing firms in New Zealand, as a Financial Controller for a multi national corporation and have been a Business Manager in a couple of organisations.  My background in finance, human resources, IT and strategic planning will contribute greatly to the development of Hobsonville Primary School.

I am currently on the board of Hobsonville Primary School (Treasurer) and the board of Te Kotuku Ki Te Rangi, a community based Maori Mental Health Board and am a member of the New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants.

I enjoy swimming with my family, playing and watching rugby, touch rugby and tennis and I am also a member of the North West Toast Masters Club.

Good health, education and social well being are extremely important to my family and me.  I look forward to continue as a trustee on the Hobsonville Primary school board and ensure that our school runs effectively and efficiently.

DEANNA TOLICH

CHAIRPERSON

My name is Deanna Tolich. I am married to Anton and we have 3 children currently attending Hobsonville Primary School. It is my belief that the partnership between the school and its parent community is an important one. I have always been a strong supporter of the fact that the school and its parents need to work in unison to support the school ensuring pupils at Hobsonville Primary School can be provided with the best education. This has led to my participating over the years as a parent reading tutor, parent help in classrooms and managing the uniform shop to name a few. I also have a Bachelor of Arts degree, majoring in Psychology. I bring my commitment, my time and a desire to ensure the future governance of Hobsonville Primary School's high standard of education and reputation.

ANGELA COLLINS

STAFF REPRESENTATIVE

My name is Angela Collins and this is my first term as the staff trustee on the Hobsonville Primary School board of trustees.  I graduated from The University of Auckland and Auckland College of Education in 1999 with a Bachelor of Education and a Diploma of Teaching.  I started teaching in 2000 and was first employed at Hobsonville Primary School in 2003.  I have been the Team Leader of Matai Team (Year 4) since 2007. 

As an experienced teacher with current curriculum knowledge, I feel I can effectively take part in the decision making process of the board of trustees.  I am committed to the continued wellbeing and success of our students and staff, and I hope my time on the board allows me to positively contribute to the future of Hobsonville Primary School.

MARGARET DOHERTY

SECRETARY / PRINCIPAL