School Advisory Committee

Mr Jamie Chen Yin Kiat  Chairman	Mr Daniel Tham Weng Yong Vice-Chairman
Ms Gina Kuan Yen Ling Treasurer	Mr Jeffrey Aw Secretary
Ms Ratnasingam Selvarani Member	Mr Daniel Chew Chee San Member
Ms Elizabeth Ng Member	Mr Eugene Koh Member

Purpose

The purpose of the Advisory Committees for Government Schools is to provide an opportunity for citizens and permanent residents to participate actively in the Government’s education policy of building a dynamic, strong and self-reliant generation. In the process, it aims to develop scholastic talents and healthy pursuits in schools as well as a strong sense of belonging to the nation.

Functions

The functions of the School Advisory Committee are :

(a) to promote closer relationship in various ways, between members of the local community and the principals, teachers and students in Government schools;

(b) to provide opportunities for the local community to take an interest in student welfare and encourage students’ co-curricular activities aimed at character development and their overall growth in line with the Desired Outcomes of Education; and

(c) to raise funds for carrying out such activities.