Howick College Board
The Howick College Board, in consultation with parents, staff and students, provides strategic direction for the school and develops, monitors and reviews school policy. The principal, senior leadership team and staff, align the operational plans and activities with the strategic objectives set out, to ensure we provide high quality education and a safe learning environment for all our students.
If you wish to bring matters to the attention of the Board, please contact the Presiding Member.
For more information about the role of the Board, please visit New Zealand School Trustees Association.
New Principal Appointed
The Howick College Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Dale Burden as the new principal of Howick College, effective as of Term 1, 2023. After an extensive consultation and recruitment process the Board is confident that Mr Burden is the best person for this critical role, bringing with him a wealth of knowledge and experience. For more details regarding his appointment, please click on button above.
Our Board Members
Mr Miles Stratford
Presiding Board Member
HR/Curriculum Committee
Community Development/
International Students Committee
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Ms Michele Heywood
Deputy Presiding Board Member
HR/Curriculum Committee Chair
Community Development/
International Students Committee
Dr Paul Bennett
Acting Principal
HR/Curriculum Committee
Finance Committee
Property/Health & Safety Committee
Community Development/
International Students Committee
Mr Richard Tosh
Property/Health and Safety Committee Chair
Finance Committee Deputy Chair
HR/Curriculum Committee
Community Development/
International Students
Ms Carin Newbould
Community Development/
International Students Deputy Chair
HR/Curriculum Committee
Ms Sharon King
Staff Representative
Finance Committee
Property/Health and Safety Committee
HR/Curriculum Committee
Mrs Lorraine MacKereth
Board Secretary
Introducing Our Newest Board Members
Dr John Donaldson
Parent Representative
Ms Rebecca Rose
Parent Representative
Mr Bruce Barret
Parent Representative
Sophie White
Student Representative
Board Meeting Dates 2023
Wednesday 15 February
Wednesday 22 March
Wednesday 10 May
Wednesday 14 June
Wednesday 2 August
Wednesday 6 September
Wednesday 25 October
Wednesday 29 November