Name | Designation |
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 |
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.