WELCOME TO AUSTRALIAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL HONG KONG
2022 handbook
WELCOME TO THE 2022 SCHOOL YEAR! AISHK has come to be known for its warm community and “family feel”. This is largely owed to our supportive parent community who are truly a helping hand and friendly face for the whole school. Any AISHK parent is automatically considered part of the AISHK Parent Association.
The AISHK PA is here to: Welcome and Support You We promote close cooperation between the School and parent body, and ensuring a welcoming support network for both new and current parents.
Make a Difference Share your skills and resources to enhance the learning and recreational environment of our students through fundraising.
Connect! Getting involved with the PA is a great way to meet fellow parents and make lasting friendships within the community.
Celebrate Community We as a team work with the School to coordinate AISHK’s dynamic community events.
Collaborate and Communicate We collaborate closely with the AISHK Development Office to promote PA activities through the School’s official platforms.
Joanna Hartnett PRESIDENT
2022
AISHK PA COMMITTEE
Sharon Ding
Ping Xu
VP SECRETARY
VP FINANCE
The entire AISHK parent community is rich with local and international experience, connections, ideas, passion and dedication. We, as a school and PA are fortunate to benefit from such a supportive parent body.
Sue Sarelius
VP NEW PARENT COORDINATOR
The 2022 PA Committee is a true reflection of this, with a diversity of knowledge, and a multitude of languages spoken within our members.
Stay tuned to school news platforms and communication channels for further introduction of the 2022 Committee. In the meantime, should you wish to contact the AISHK PA, please email aishkpa@aishk.edu.hk
Ivy Fong
VP COMMUNITY
Pandora Hui
VP EVENTS
general committee Lourdes Chiu, Jacinta Fernandes, Claire Forsyth, Alex Harrington, Nina Jin, Kwai Lee, Melissa Pepper, Banowe Shakarho, Madeleine Warwick, Kitty Wong
2022 PA COMMITTEE POSITIONS & ROLES
The PA Executive Committee is expected to help with one role or event per year and attend all committee meetings during the year. Correspondence with the school and within the PA is generally weekly. More contact may be required per the duties of each VP and in the lead up to PA Events. Members of the General Committee are expected to help with one role or event per year and attend a minimum of six committee meetings during the year.
PA EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE President Oversees and assists with all activities undertaken by the Association Represents the Association to the School and the wider community through events, meetings and through a position by invitation on the School’s Board Promotes collaboration between the PA and the School and is committed to all Association events and their planning Chairs all PA General and Head of School meetings (approx. 4 each per year) Vice President - Secretary Oversees the agenda, minutes, record-keeping and administrative aspects required for maintaining and efficient and communicative Association Attends all PA Executive & Head of School Meetings (approx. 4 per year) Vice President - Finance Manages the account of the Association and supervises the accounting for Association events Liaises with the School’s Business Administrator and reports to the Association on financial matters, and therefore, should have a reasonable understanding of Accounting. Vice President - New Parent Coordinator Facilitates the Welcome Coffee Mornings, normally the first day of each term Manages the New Parent Forums at the beginning of each term, as required Ad hoc, informal meeting with parents, as required Works closely with the Vice President Community Liaises with School and external parties, as appropriate, to conduct other gatherings of interest to new families to Hong Kong and AISHK. Vice President – Community Recruits and coordinates Class/Year Level Representatives Manages communication between the Class/Year Level Representatives and the PA in relation to parent social activities within their class or year levels Works closely with the Vice President – New Parent Coordinator and their respective activities. Vice President – Events Supports the President, Secretary and any specific event committees to plan and schedule PA events for the year Coordinates with and supports the PA President and Secretary and specific event committees to maintain related documentation and communications regarding PA events Works proactively and closely with the School Development Office to leverage from and align messaging with the School’s official communication platforms and ensure timely event promotion Works closely with the Treasurer to observe the budget for PA events Assists with attracting volunteering, donations, rostering and on-the-day planning for PA events
PA GENERAL COMMITTEE (10 Positions Available) Members provide general assistance with tasks as they arise throughout the year. They may take on specific committee responsibilities for the Association, by arrangement with the PA President and the Head of School, such as assisting with Parent Forums, Welcome Committees for new AISHK parents or the PA Website. General committee members may wish to join the sub-committees that are formed during the year to organise key events eg. AISHK Fair, Ball, Mother’s Day or Father’s Day events.
Interested in Becoming a Class Representative? The School and the Parent Association have a long tradition of enlisting Class Representatives for each year level. The main purpose of establishing a system of Class Representatives is to assist with communication between School and home and to provide a link or contact point for parents within class groups for information sharing and parent community events. This is a wonderful opportunity for parents to be involved with class functions, activities, excursions and the planning stages of special events and meet ups.
To express your interest or to find out more, please contact: Vice President Community - Ivy Fong ivyfong2021@outlook.com
Learn More!
Scan the QR code or click here for more PA information and resources on the AISHK website, including videos and and dates for your diary.
We’d Love to Hear from You!
Do you have questions or want to learn more about getting involved with the PA? Please email aishkpa@aishk.edu.hk
Tak a look around the AISHK Parent Association e-Shop! The purpose of this platform is to provide you with a creative and useful way to connect with AISHK culture and to foster a sense of school community, identity and belonging. Proceeds from e-Shop sales will go towards school enhancement projects, undertaken jointly by the PA and school. From tech items to umbrellas and drink bottles, please enjoy browsing and purchasing our items. Selected with functionality, style and affordability in mind, our products all feature a touch of the unique AISHK look, which we hope you will enjoy using in your daily lives. Thank you for your support!