The school’s governing body is the Board of Trustees and as such has an important role to play in the organisation and running of the school. The Board is composed of five elected members, an elected staff representative, the Principal and co-opted members. The Board holds 8 meetings per year and when required may call special meetings. Dates for all meetings are circulated in newsletters. Parents are invited to attend these meetings at any time. The Board of Trustees elections are now held every eighteen months, rotating the members who each stand for a three-year term.
Presiding Member
NZ-born Niuean mother of 3; eldest at James Cook, 2nd at Manurewa Int, youngest Yr4 Leabank. Presiding Member since 2024.
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Jennifer Heka
Board Member
I’m Hayley Mata, 38, born in Northland and now proud to call Manurewa home. My Kiwi–Pacific whānau love South Auckland’s rich culture and community spirit.
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Hayley Mata
Board Member
Talofa lava & kia ora Leabank! I'm Jordan Tavui, half Samoan/European, proud of Satupaitea roots & title.
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Jordan Tavui
Board Member
Proud Leabank parent & board member. Committed to unity, courage and better education for our kids.
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Mauga Feagaiga Fagasa
Board Member
Mother of five, with Ayva in Year 3 at Leabank. SENCO at James Cook High. Advocate for student success, equity and community voice.
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Noella Norman
Co-opted Parent
Passionate parent and community member dedicated to supporting all Leabank students.
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Livison Mawarire
Staff Representative
Melissa Ansin
Junior School Teacher
School Board Secretary
Valerie Taruia-Pora
School Board Secretary
Principal
Caroline McLeod
Leabank School Principal