MEET THE PRESIDENT

In 2023, St Catherine’s School’s Parents’ and Friends’ Association is thrilled to welcome Mrs Roxanne Ktenavos to the Auxiliary in her role as PFA President.

WHAT ARE THE MAIN OBJECTIVES FOR THE PFA IN 2023?

To continue creating events that bring our community together. St Catherine’s has such a close sense of community and belonging.

WHAT ARE THE KEY EVENTS TAKING PLACE IN THE COMING 12 MONTHS?

The key events for 2023 include our annual Ruth Langley Luncheon at Leonda by the Yarra, on October 7, and a black-tie Gala Ball at the Crown Aviary. We also have our annual Mother’s Day and Father’s Day breakfasts and stalls, and of course the highlight of the year for our girls and parents, our PFA Christmas Fair.

WHAT DO YOU HOPE TO ACHIEVE IN YOUR PRESIDENCY?

I hope to achieve record attendance at all our events this year. I would love to raise as much money as we can to meet our target of $100,000 for the redevelopment of the Sports Centre and Winter Garden.

WHAT MOTIVATED YOU TO STEP INTO THE PFA PRESIDENCY ROLE?

I wanted to get involved with School events and was asked to join the PFA in 2020. Unfortunately, we did not accomplish much because of COVID lockdowns. Now that everything has gone back to normal, I am excited to create some amazing events for families to enjoy!

WHY DO YOU THINK VOLUNTEERING IS IMPORTANT?

Volunteering is so important. Especially in a school environment. Fundraising and making a difference within St Catherine’s is such a great feeling. It also enables you to get to know staff and parents from other Year levels. I have made lifelong friends from being part of the PFA.

IN YOUR OPINION, WHAT MAKES ST CATHERINE’S THE SCHOOL OF CHOICE FOR YOUR DAUGHTERS?

I have two very head strong daughters at St Catherine’s. Georgia in Year 4 and Stella in Year 1. They are both very proud St Catherine’s girls who go to School every morning hand in hand, so happy to start the day. St Catherine’s provides them with a nurturing environment and bespoke learning plan and that makes it the perfect school for our girls.

CAN YOU TELL US A LITTLE BIT ABOUT YOURSELF AND YOUR BACKGROUND?

I am Australian born with Greek heritage. I was raised in Sydney and attended Ascham School. I moved to Melbourne 14 years ago when I met my husband, Paul. I always thought my daughters would attend Ascham, but I am so happy they are St Catherine’s girls.

TELL US SOMETHING OUR COMMUNITY DOES NOT KNOW ABOUT YOU.

I have a security business and I have been running that since I was 19 years old.

Auxiliary Presidents 2023

Parents’ and Friends’ Association

Mrs Roxanne Ktenavos

The Heyington Club

Mr Tom Shelton

Snowsports

Mrs Julia Soutter

Sport

Co-Presidents Mrs Maryann

Jesudason and Mrs Marnie Pringle

Creative Arts

Mrs Irene Karas

Past Parents’ and Families’ Network

Mr Scott Reinke, Chair