John Paul College operates with the consent of the Catholic Archbishop of Melbourne and is governed and operated by Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS). MACS governs and operates 292 Catholic schools in the Archdiocese to further the mission of Catholic education to proclaim the Good News and empower young people to live meaningful lives. For more information visit MACS.
Recognising the vital role of the community in accomplishing the mission of Catholic education, School Advisory Councils are established to provide a point of connection between the College community and its leaders.
This governance model was designed to ease the administrative burden on our schools and parishes, allow parish priests to focus on the mission of education in the parish, enable greater collaboration between schools and ensure greater consistency in school policies and procedures.
The Council provides advice on policy matters including faith and mission, educational priorities, capital development, student enrolment, and fees.
School Advisory Councils Terms Of Reference
The Principal administers the College with the assistance of the College Leadership Team, which is the Principal's major consultative and advisory group for educational and administrative decisions. Responsibilities of the College Leadership Team include establishing policies and procedures, planning and approving major school events, implementing strategic plans, and inspiring improvement and collaboration among staff. Our leadership staff seek to represent the mission of the Catholic Church and gospel values in their work, leading by example to create a culture that is people-centred and inclusive.