Schools Reference Group

Schools Engagement Reference Group

The external Reference Group will include representation from the spectrum of the school sector in Greater Western Sydney and will be chaired by the senior UWS officer with primary responsibility for Engagement.  It will meet twice a year and also provide advice and assistance out-of-session.

Terms of Reference

Responsibilities of the Schools Engagement Reference Group include:

  • Providing strategic advice and guidance to assist in implementation of the UWS Schools Strategic Plan 2011-13;
  • Contributing to the development and implementation of annual Action Plans;
  • Advising on emerging issues, trends and developments affecting schools in Greater Western Sydney;
  • Facilitating UWS/school sector relationships and partnerships, and promoting UWS/schools engagement; and
  • Monitoring progress in implementation of the Strategic and Action Plans, and participating in review of the plans.

Approved by the Reference Group 15/6/11.

2012 membership

  • Ms Sue Bremner, Literacy Consultant, Association of Independent Schools of NSW
  • Ms Marianne Carahalios, School Education Director Campbelltown, NSW Department of Education and Communities
  • Ms Janet Chan, Relieving School Education Director The Hills, NSW Department of Education and Communities
  • Mr Murat Dizdar, Regional Director, South Western Sydney, NSW Department of Education and Communities
  • Mr Paul Erickson, Principal, Kingswood High School
  • Ms Christine Howe, Principal, Caroline Chisholm College  
  • Mr John Lo Cascio, Principal, Magdalene Catholic High School
  • Mr Nick Magriplis, Principal, Moorebank High School 
  • Mr Greg Mason, Principal, Bankstown Public School
  • Mr Alan McManus, Head of School Services, Catholic Education Office, Diocese of Wollongong
  • Mr Doug Meaney, Principal, Glendenning Public School
  • Ms Nicole Murphy, Professional Officer, Community Engagement, Catholic Education Office, Diocese of Sydney
  • Mr David Phipps, Regional Director, Western Sydney, NSW Department of Education and Communities 
  • Mr Barry Roots, Principal, Penrith Anglican College
  • Ms Sue Walsh, Director System Learning, Catholic Education Office, Diocese of Parramatta
  • Mr John Wilson, Senior Business Deveopment Officer, Business Services, NSW Curriculum and Learning Innovation Centre, NSW Department of Education and Communities