CPS Parents & Friends’ Association 

The Parents & Friends' Association at Carnegie Primary School is a vital part of the CPS community. The PFA is not just about raising funds to further improve the school, but just as importantly organises a range of social events for students, parents and families to help build a more vibrant and connected school community.  

What is the PFA all about? 

Working in cooperation with the Principal and School Council, the PFA’s overarching objectives are to:

• Foster connection within the school by providing opportunities for parents and carers to get to know each other, and feel part of the CPS community.
• Raise funds for the benefit of the school and its students.

The PFA is made up of an active group of parents and carers of current CPS students who meet roughly once a month within the school year to plan fundraising and social events. PFA members are an easy going and friendly group who not only plan events and fundraisers, but also get together for social catch-ups.  

Commitment levels vary between members, with some taking on official or ongoing roles, while others simply coordinate a one-off event or put their hands up for ad-hoc volunteer opportunities throughout the year.  

We encourage anyone and everyone to get involved with the PFA in whatever capacity they can. It is a great way to meet new people and to enjoy the company of friends whilst helping the school. We understand that everyone's lives are busy and appreciate whatever time members are able to offer to the school. 

What kind of events and fundraisers does the PFA run?

Some of the regular social, fundraising and community events run by the PFA include: 

• Prep parent welcome events 
• School Fete (every second year) 
• Colour Run (every second year) 
• Easter Raffle
• Student Disco
• Parent Trivia Night
• Mothers’ & Fathers’ Day Gift Stalls & Celebratory Events
• Icypole Friday (Terms 1 & 4) 
• Popcorn Friday (Terms 2 & 3)
• Election Day BBQ & Cake Stalls
• End of Year Picnic
• Staff appreciation events
• Charity events
• Scholastic Book Club
• Food Fundraising Drives (mangoes, apples & pears, pies etc) 
• Class Representatives program. 

Where do the funds raised by the PFA go? 

The CPS school community generously supports PFA fundraising activities which results in a substantial financial contribution to the school. 

Here are some examples of what the funds raised by the PFA have been used for over the past few years: 

• Outdoor landscaping
• Playground equipment
• New bike shed
• Phonics readers
• Musical instruments
• Indigenous murals
• Flagpole for the Torres Strait Islands flag
• Audiovisual equipment
• Sunshades
• Sand pit toys
• Updating library resources

How do I get involved? 

You don’t have to become a PFA member to contribute to the CPS community but we encourage you to join and be a part of the fun!

You can either come along to our next meeting (see dates below), complete the short PFA Membership Form or send us an email to pfa@carnegieps.vic.edu.au 

2025 PFA Meeting Dates

All parents and carers are welcome to attend PFA meetings, generally held on alternating Mondays and Wednesday evenings from 7pm in the staff room.  

Committee Positions for 2025:

• President: Bart Wildash
• Secretary: Philadelphia Jackman
• Treasurer: Sam Yang
• Council Liaison: Claire Edwards 
• Community Fundraising Lead: Candice Hall
• Communications Lead: Laura Davies 

PFA Role Descriptions

PFA Constitution

We look forward to welcoming you to the PFA!