Saints Connect

Meaningful Connections. Lasting Impact.

Getting involved in your child’s school life isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s a powerful way to positively influence their educational journey. At St Hilda’s, we believe that the connection between school and home has a profound impact on student wellbeing, confidence, and outcomes.

Saints Connect is your opportunity to contribute in a way that suits your lifestyle, skills and interests. Whether you can help regularly or occasionally, there’s a place for you.

When you volunteer through Saints Connect, you’ll be joining a vibrant network of parents who bring energy, expertise, and heart to our school community. You’ll also be invited to regular updates hosted by the Principal, providing a unique opportunity to stay connected with the School’s direction and priorities.

Explore Your Passion

There are many ways to get involved and numerous reasons to do so. You’ll meet like-minded people, support the activities your child loves, and help St Hilda’s continue to thrive. No matter how much time you can offer, Saints Connect has a volunteering opportunity for you. You’ll make new connections, gain insight into school life, and most importantly, help enrich your child’s experience at St Hilda’s. Here are just some of the ways you can connect:

Saints Connect Volunteering Opportunities

Drama Connect

From Junior School to Senior School, our students shine on stage in a variety of productions, including the Year 6 Production, the Year 7 and 8 Play, and the Major School Production. Behind every show is a dedicated group of volunteers who make the magic happen.

Volunteering opportunities:

  • Costume making

  • Front of house (ushering, ticketing, programs)

  • Backstage support

  • Opening night organisation

  • Fundraising for sets, costumes or lighting

Music Connect

Help create harmony at our many concerts and recitals throughout the year. You’ll join a pool of volunteers who enhance our vibrant music culture.

Volunteering opportunities:

  • Ushering and backstage support

  • Adjudicator assistance at music festivals

  • Fundraising for new instruments

  • Cataloguing sheet music and resources

Art Connect

Join our creative community and support the work of the Art Department throughout the year, especially during our stunning annual exhibition.

Volunteering opportunities:

  • Supervising the student art exhibition (November)

  • Assisting with the Art Exhibition launch event

  • Supporting student masterclasses

Sport Connect

If your child is involved in sport, volunteering through Sports Connect is a wonderful way to show your support, especially during IGSSA and JIGSSA carnivals.

Volunteering opportunities:

  • Assisting staff on carnival days

  • Helping set up pre- or post-event celebrations

Rowing Connect

The St Hilda’s rowing community is a spirited and supportive group, especially during Head of the River season. Be part of this unique tradition.

Volunteering opportunities:

  • Event day support

  • Crew breakfasts or celebrations

  • Regatta logistics

Culture Connect

Celebrate cultural traditions and help foster a welcoming and inclusive environment. This group supports Junior and Senior School events and encourages families from diverse backgrounds to connect.

Volunteering opportunities:

  • Organising and supporting cultural events

  • Connecting with families who share your cultural heritage

Parent Year Group Representatives

Help build a stronger parent community within your child’s year group. This role is shared and suited to anyone who enjoys organising and connecting with others.

What the role includes:

  • Welcoming new families and offering support

  • Organising one social event per term

  • Sharing information from the School

  • Encouraging volunteering among year group parents

Junior School Connect

Junior School parents play an essential role in bringing our youngest students’ experiences to life. Whether it’s lending a hand at an excursion or offering industry insight, your support matters.

Volunteering opportunities:

  • Assisting with excursions and incursions

  • Helping at social functions, open days or fundraisers

  • Speaking at Girls Lifting Girls sessions

  • Sharing expertise in Engineering, IT or STEAM

  • Mentoring in our ESSTEAM program

Service Connect

Our Service Learning Program encourages students to give back, and often, parent support is what makes it possible. From preparing meals to helping supervise students, your contribution can have a real impact.

Volunteering opportunities:

  • Preparing food for donation or community meals

  • Transporting and supervising students during service activities

  • Assisting with packaging or distributing donated goods