School Governance can be an onerous responsiblity for Boards of Management. In particular, the understanding of the role of the Chairperson of the Board and the interaction/sharing of responsibilities between the Chairperson, the Joint Patrons and the school principal are pivotal for the good governance of the School. This in-service wil give particpants and opportunity to discuss and learn about best practice in governing a school.

Content includes:

• Joint Patronage - a shared responsibility

• Understanding the three strands of Management

• Role of Chairperson on the Board of Management

• Leading effective and efficient meetings

• School Governance

  • a collective responsibility

  • obligations and core policies

  • effective communication with stakeholders

  • major recurring tasks

Who should attend?

Principal, Secretary, Board of Management and Chairperson, Board of Management