Agenda item

The Town Clerk to be heard.

Governors received an updated list of current vacancies from the Town Clerk.

·         Alderman David Graves and Ann Holmes put themselves forward for the Bursary Committee.

·         Sir Michael Snyder and Randall Anderson put themselves forward for the Reference Sub Committee.

·         The Chairman informed the Governors about a possible replacement governor, Sohu Gawalli.  The Headmistress endorsed this candidate and commented that she is a previous parent of the school, she has Chaired the Friends Committee, has proved fantastic at foreseeing the strategic needs of the school.  She can bring to the Board a love for the school and fundraising experience. 

·         Professor John Betteridge has confirmed that he is stepping down as Governor on the grounds of his health.  The Chair understands his decision and gives thanks for his long-term commitment and service to the school.  He will formally resign from his post in the next board meeting.

·         Mary Robey has confirmed that she will be standing down from Easter, after the next board meeting.  The Chair gives thanks to Mary Robey for her tremendous contribution to the school and notes that she made a huge difference to the School during her time on the board.

·         A Governor commented that when considering the replacements to the board, previous students of the school should be considered.  The Chair mentioned that educationalists are to be considered as priority and another member commented on the benefits of having new Governors with planning or architectural skills, due to the ongoing expansion plans.

·         The Chairman welcomed Rehana Ameer to the Board.

RESOLVED:

That Alderman Graves and Ann Holmes are appointed to the Bursary Committee.

That Sir Michael Snyder and Randall Anderson are appointed to the Reference Sub Committee.

That consideration of Sohu Gawalli as a replacement Governor is approved.