The little ways we make a difference through the Parents’ Association

Welcome and congratulations on your appointment as Parents’ Association President! What does it mean to you to be able to represent the parent community in this way?

Thank you. To have the opportunity to support the family community of Trinity and to give back in a small way to the students and staff is really special. I believe that by volunteering time to support the school’s community activities, it fosters a strong school-family partnership to enhance the educational experience for all. It is an opportunity to support the school’s culture and allow for a collaborative environment to enhance the boys’ experience.

Tell us about the Small Grants Program. How does it align with the objectives of the Parents’ Association?

The Small Grants Program is an opportunity for the Parents’ Association to give back to the school community. Funds raised by the Parents Association, through the Founders’ Day Fair and the Green and Gold Ball are distributed back to different parts of the school to enhance our boys’ learning. This may be through a marquee for rugby, a camera for the cricket team, books and small equipment for ELC or a kiln for making jewellery, just to name a few.

By being able to give small amounts to different faculties around the school, we can be a special part of the boys’ learning. The PA has a wonderful ability to provide short-term support to school departments, a cherry-on-top gift to the resources already offered to our boys. With two grant-giving periods, the PA can provide small funding for resources that give additional benefits to students. The PA always aims to ensure the benefit of the funding will reach as many students as possible.

Melissa with her son James (Year 1)

What do you enjoy most about being involved in the Trinity parent community?

Being involved in the Trinity parent community is a really lovely way to meet other families in the school community as well as have an indirect impact on our boys’ journey. I enjoy the collaboration on initiatives that support our children’s education by being part of a positive school environment. It is very rewarding to contribute to a community that gives so much back to our boys and their learning.