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About Us Governance

Ivanhoe Girls’ Grammar School was incorporated in 1922. 

The management of the company and the custody and control of its funds and property is vested in a Board of twelve members, supported by the Company Secretary, comprising:

  • eight elected members who hold office for three years and are eligible to stand for re-election at the completion of that term
  • a nominee of the Ivanhoe Girls’ Old Grammarians Association (IGOGA)
  • a nominee of the vestry of St James’ Anglican Church
  • an educationalist appointed by the Board
  • a nominee of Cooerwull Inc.

Day-to-day management of the School is delegated to the Principal, supported by the School’s executive team. 

Introducing the President of the Board
Mrs Kerrie Hayens

Mrs Kerrie Haynes is the current President of the Board, and brings to this position a wealth of experience, longstanding connection to the School, and a deep understanding of its culture and values.

A former student (Class of 1983) and past parent, Kerrie has served on the Board for more than 25 years across two tranches, first joining in 1995. In that time, she has held a number of key roles, including Treasurer since 2016 and Vice President since 2021. Her service was formally recognised last year when she was awarded Life Governorship of the School — a significant honour that reflects her enduring commitment and impact.

Kerrie’s leadership is marked by strategic insight, clarity, and a genuine care for the wellbeing and future of the School. Her contributions have been instrumental in shaping key decisions and initiatives, and she has worked closely with fellow Board members and School leadership to help guide Ivanhoe Girls’ through both steady progress and more complex challenges.

Ivanhoe Girls' Grammar School Board
Name Position
Ms Kerrie Haynes
President (IGOGA Nominee/Life Governor)
Prof Russell Hoye
Vice President (Elected Member)
Mrs Karen Frost
Vice President (Elected Member)
Mrs Holly Simonetti
Treasurer (Elected Member)
Mr Jarrod Guiney
Board Secretary
Mr Stan McLiesh
Executive (Elected Member/Life Governor)
Mr Peter Smithson
Executive (Elected Member/Life Governor)
Mr Rick Tudor OAM
Executive (Educationalist Appointed by Board)
Ms Madeleine Karipidis
Elected Member
Ms Anne Nelson-Page
Elected Member
Mr Ross Paraskevas
Elected Member
Mr Anthony Bradstreet
Cooerwull Inc Nominee
Rev Mike McNamara
St James Parish

Company Membership – Ivanhoe Girls’ Grammar School

Since 1922, the legally constituted controlling body of Ivanhoe Girls’ Grammar School has been a Company Limited by Guarantee.  All parents/guardians (of current and past students) and past students have the opportunity to become members of this Company.

Membership of the Company entitles members to:

  • nominate for election to the Board of Directors
  • propose or second nominations for election to the Board, and
  • attend Annual General Meetings of the Company and to discuss and vote on business listed on the relevant agenda paper.

The next Company AGM will be held in 2025.

Company membership can be obtained for a period of twenty years for a fee of $20.00 per person, and can then be further extended without payment of any fee at the member’s preference.

To learn more about this opportunity and to access an Application for Membership form, please click on the button below.