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5 days ago

P&C Federation NSW Announces New Board President – Darin McLean

The Federation of Parents and Citizens Associations of NSW is pleased to announce the appointment of Darin McLean as the new President of the P&C Federation Board. Mr McLean has…

2 weeks ago

Change of P&C Federation Board President

Federation of Parents and Citizens Associations of NSW announces the resignation of Kaitlin Serrano from her position as President and Director of the P&C Federation Board, effective 19 August. We…

6 months ago

Message from the CEO

P&C Day, Purpose in Action! Happy P&C Day week to every volunteer, committee member, helper, advocate, and supporter across NSW public schools. P&C Day is a celebration of everything…

6 months ago

P&C Day 2026, President’s Address

P&C Day 2026, Federation of Parents and Citizens Associations of NSW Happy P&C Day! Today, across New South Wales, we celebrate the thousands of parents, carers and community members who…

7 months ago

high temperatures and humidity

An uncomfortable combo for students and teachers: high temperatures and humidity With temperatures and humidity soaring this week our thoughts turned to the thousands of students and teachers trying to learn and…

7 months ago

International Day of Women and Girls in Science

This International Day of Women and Girls in Science we are showcasing a P&C that are running an outstanding STEM program. St Ives Public School P&C support the school’s STEM…

7 months ago

President’s Message

As we begin this new year together, I want to extend my warmest welcome to each of you. Whether you’re a long-standing member or joining us for the first time,…

9 months ago

Introducing the New President of the Board: Kaitlin Serrano

The P&C Federation of NSW is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Board following our recent elections. This year brings a mix of new and continuing members, each…

9 months ago

P&C Federation Awards Winners 2025

Celebrating Outstanding Contributions to Public Schools The P&C Federation Awards recognise and celebrate the outstanding contributions of P&C Associations, volunteers and principals who strengthen public education across NSW, and this…

10 months ago

Changes to Voluntary Contributions Policy for the 2026 School Year

In many schools, parents have become used to receiving formal requests from the school to pay for a whole range of things. While officially ‘voluntary’, many parents have felt pressured to pay. More broadly the Federation…

12 months ago

Elections Now Open for the P&C Federation Board 2025

Elections Now Open for the P&C Federation Board 2025 Nominations have officially opened for the 2025 P&C Federation Board, marking the beginning of the annual process to elect representatives who…

1 year ago

Celebrating Public Education Week 2025

Public Education Week is coming up in a few weeks – running from Monday 4 to Friday 8 August — and we want to celebrate the incredible contribution P&C Associations…

1 year ago

NSW Parliament hearing on foundational and disability supports for children and young people

The P&C Federation proudly represents the voices of parents and families in NSW public education. We are privileged to listen to their experiences and advocate on their behalf to government…

1 year ago

Message from the CEO

At the P&C Federation we are always focused on the bigger picture, ensuring that every school community has a fair chance to thrive. This week a conversation with a representative…

1 year ago

Message from the CEO

As we approach the middle of the year, we’re also coming up to membership renewal time – an important part of the admin calendar for all P&C Associations. Both your…

1 year ago

Message from the CEO

This week is National Reconciliation Week, a time for all of us to reflect on the importance of strengthening relationships between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the wider…

1 year ago

Message from the CEO

One of the special things about being part of an organisation that’s over a century old is the sense of legacy. Recently, we made room in our office for the…

1 year ago

President’s Message

Welcome back to Term 2! I hope the break brought some rest, connection, and perhaps even a quiet moment or two. As schools across NSW swing back into action, I…

1 year ago

Message from the CEO

As Term 1 draws closer to the end, it is remarkable to reflect on how much has happened in the school year already. In our school communities, in the broader…

1 year ago

President’s Message

I hope everyone has had a wonderful Harmony Week and enjoyed the celebrations taking place in schools across New South Wales! It has been a pleasure to hear your stories…

2 years ago

Historic Day for Public Education

The P&C Federation of NSW celebrates this historic day for public education – the announcement of an agreement to fund public schools in NSW to 100% of the School Resourcing…

2 years ago

Letter to the Hon. Anthony Albanese MP and the Hon. Jason Clare MP

22 January 2025 The Hon. Anthony Albanese MP Prime Minister of Australia Parliament House Canberra, ACT 2600 The Hon. Jason Clare MP Minister for Education Parliament House Canberra, ACT 2600…

2 years ago

Letter to the Hon. Peter Dutton MP and Senator Sarah Henderson

22 January 2025 The Hon. Peter Dutton MP Leader of the Opposition Parliament House Canberra, ACT 2600 Senator Sarah Henderson Shadow Minister for Education Parliament House Canberra, ACT 2600 Subject:…

2 years ago

Celebrating Our 2024 Volunteer Award Winners

We are delighted to announce the winners of this year’s P&C Federation of NSW Volunteer Awards! Each year, we are inspired by the dedication of volunteers, P&C Associations, and school…

2 years ago

P&C Federation Urges Major Parties to Commit to Free and Fully Funded Public Education

22 January 2025 The Federation of Parents and Citizens Associations of New South Wales (P&C Federation) has written to the Prime Minister, the Leader of the Opposition, and their respective…

2 years ago

P&C Federation Welcomes New President

The P&C Federation of NSW is proud to announce a new chapter in its leadership, as Aresha Quaass has been elected as President of the Board following the December Board…

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