About Our Board
Community Governance for our school
Denmark Senior High School Board consists of elected parents and staff who work together to achieve best outcomes for students. Strong community representation ensures the board can make a significant contribution to the development of Denmark Senior High School and provide strategic guidance and monitoring.
Established under the School Education Act 1999, our board meets throughout the year and plays a vital role in ensuring Denmark SHS remains responsive to the needs of our students and families.
2026 Board
Board Members
10 members representing our school community
Trevor Hunt
Board Chair
Kath Ward
Principal (ex-officio)
Sally Talbot
Community Representative
Danya Breman
Parent Representative
David Ballantyne
Parent Representative
Sumer Addy
Parent Representative
Tim Wither
Parent Representative
Alicia Nowak
Parent Representative
Sarah Carver
Staff Representative
Benjamin Power
Staff Representative
Our Role
Board Responsibilities
The school board works in partnership with the principal to provide strategic leadership, oversight, and community connection. Together, we focus on what matters most — quality learning outcomes for every student.
Establishing and reviewing the school's objectives, priorities and general policy directions
Planning financial arrangements necessary to fund those objectives, priorities and directions
Evaluating the school's performance in achieving those objectives, priorities and directions
Formulating codes of conduct for students at the school
Taking part in the selection of, but not the appointment of, the school principal
Approving charges or contributions for the provision of materials, services and facilities
Approving costs for participation in extra cost optional components of the school's educational program
Approving items to be supplied by a student for the student's personal use in the school's educational program
Approving agreements or arrangements for advertising or sponsorship in relation to the school
Determining, in consultation with students, parents and staff, a dress code for students when attending or representing the school
Providing advice to the Principal on general policy concerning the use of prayers, songs and material based on religious, spiritual or moral values
Promoting the school in the community
School Board Enquiries
For any School Board related matters, please contact us by email.