P&C

​​​​​​​​​​​​​Welcome

 “The broadest, and maybe the most meaningful definition of volunteering: Doing more than you have to because you want to, in a cause you consider good." – Ivan Scheier

Craigslea SHS Parents & Citizen's Association (“the P&C") welcomes all students, parents/caregivers, community members and staff to our school community.

Joining the P&C is a simple way to make a real impact on your child's school life. Your involvement helps shape opportunities, strengthen resources, and builds a vibrant, supportive community. It's a way to stay informed, contribute your ideas, and support projects that genuinely improve student outcomes.  It is also an opportunity to connect with other families and help give every child every chance to reach their potential as a global citizen.

We welcome your involvement, whether it be attendance at P&C meetings or sub-committee meetings of Craigslea Volleyball Academy Parent Support Group (CVA PSG) and/or Craigslea High Arts and Music Parent Support (CHAMPS); or random acts of volunteering at various activities (please check the school newsletter for updates or contact the P&C directly for information pandc@craigsleashs.eq.edu.au​).

P&C meetings are held on the third Wednesday of each month, commencing at 7:00pm in the Craigslea SHS Library.  Check the "P&C News" section of the school newsletter or the events calendar for meeting details and related information. Event notifications are also provided on the Craigslea SHS Facebook page.​

How to Join

"Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm." – Ralph Waldo Emerson

All parents/caregivers and interested community members are eligible to be members of the P&C.  Joining the P&C gives you a direct line into what's happening at Craigslea SHS and a real chance to shape the environment your child learns in. Being a member isn't about having lots of time — it's about having a voice and using it to help improve our school and the students' learning environment.

Register your interest with the P&C by attending a meeting or completing the Application Form ​and returning it to pandc@craigsleashs.eq.edu.au. Please note, memberships do lapse and must be renewed at each Annual General Meeting (held in March each year).

P&C Meeting Dates

P&C Meetings are usually held on the third Wednesday of each month at 7.00pm in the Craigslea SHS Library. Please check the school Facebook page or newsletter for confirmation.​

Meeting Dates Overview 2026​

How we make a Difference

The P&C's active support role is to:

• provide close cooperation between students, parents/caregivers, community members and staff
• provide a forum for discussion and decision-making (within the parameters provided by the Constitution)
• oversee the enterprise of the P&C (that is, the Craigslea SHS Canteen) so that it provides an effective service and, therefore, a source of revenue
• provide resources to enhance student learning and improve the school environment (often by raising funds through the Craigslea SHS Canteen and sub committees - CVA, CHAMPS), as well as assist with various grant opportunities, and
• support the operation of the school, promote the school and the interests of our students to the wider community, and help in ensuring that Craigslea SHS is a positive and inspiring learning place for our students.

Craigslea SHS P&C's main revenue is derived from the net operational profit of the Craigslea SHS Canteen.  The success of this enterprise is very much dependent upon good business acumen, exceptional staff and positive staff culture, and a pool of regular volunteers.

While the P&C does not have a planned 'Fund Raising Program', we support the endorsed subcommittees in their goals.  Our willingness and enthusiasm to work together augurs well for our students and their futures.

P&C Facts

• Children who have actively engaged parents have better educational outcomes.
• Working with your P&C provides you with valuable work experience and new skills; and allows you to share your expertise knowledge with others.
• Volunteering improves your health and wellbeing.
• Joining your P&C creates life-long friendships.

“Never doubt that a small group of committed citizens can change the world.  In fact, it's the only thing that ever has." – Margaret Mead

We look forward to your connection with our school community.​