Council and Foundation

St Hilda’s is governed by the School Council and supported by the St Hilda’s Foundation. Volunteers representing parents, alumni, the Anglican Synod of the Diocese and experts with specialist industry knowledge give their time to ensure the School continues to thrive.  

The School Council meets once a month during the academic year. It has a strategic agenda and is responsible for the school’s budget, governance, the master plan and oversight of major capital projects. Council subcommittees include: Finance, Governance, Infrastructure & Development, and Critical Incident Response Group.  

The St Hilda’s Foundation overseas the investment portfolio that supports the School’s financial prosperity. It champions a philanthropic culture in the School.  

School Council Members

Joanna Millard

Chair of Council

Anna Casellas

Deputy Chair of Council

Simon Howard

Treasurer / Chair of Finance

Robert Merrick

Chair of Governance

Michael Palassis

Chair of Infrastructure and Development

Father Matthew Smedley

Anglican Church Nominee

Amanda Burt

OSA Nominee

Stuart Meade

Council Member

Foundation Members

Anna Casellas

Vice President

Li Choo Tay

Treasurer

Joanna Millard

Foundation Member

Heather Rowell

Foundation Member