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Board Members
Jared Campbell - Presiding Member
Hi, I’m Jared Campbell, a financial adviser for Dunedin firm Polson Higgs Wealth Management. I have pretty much always lived in Mosgiel and attended Elmgrove (then Mosgiel West) before heading off to Taieri College and university.
My wife, Anna, and I have two children, Heidi year 3 and Cooper year 1.
This is my second school Board of Trustees term and I am looking forward to rolling up my sleeves and getting involved with the running of our fine school.
jared.campbell@phwealth.co.nz
Kelvin Stevens
Hi, I’m Kelvin Stevens.
My wife Leah and I have four amazing kids, three currently at Elmgrove — Arden (Year 5),
Isaac (Year 4), and Harriet (Year 1). We’re proud to be part of such a caring and connected
school community.
We own The Speight’s Ale House in Dunedin and Encore Events in Mosgiel, and we’re big
supporters of school sports and local events. Our family is often out and about helping where
we can — and I’d love to bring that same energy and commitment to the Board of Trustees.
I’m standing because I want to help make sure our school continues to be a place where every
child can thrive, where teachers feel valued, and where families feel welcome and included.
As a parent and business owner, I understand the importance of working together to get the
best outcomes.
Thank you for the chance to serve the school community.
Kelly Blackie
I’m Kelly, mum to two Elmgrove students, Moss who is in Year 6 and Otto who is in Year
2.I have enjoyed being part of the Elmgrove whanau and during previous volunteer work I
have really enjoyed getting stuck into tasks and offering a helping hand.
Outside of my work as a transport planner, you will find me on the sidelines supporting the
kids sports teams, helping with fundraising for Scouts, walking our puppy and reading.
Through my job I have gained a solid understanding of the role of governance in guiding an
organisation to achieve their vision. I would love to contribute to the school and help set the
direction as a member of the Board of Trustees.
Gemma Jenkins
Hi, I’m Gemma Jenkins. My husband, Chris, and I have two children – Lucy who is in the middles at Elmgrove and Heidi who starts next year. I work as a consultant at an Agri-business company, AbacusBio. As well as working on science projects, I’m involved in strategy development, reporting to the board and represent our company on a national council. I’m a member of the Institute of Directors and have completed their governance development programme and finance essentials course. I believe that in Elmgrove we have a great school – a hardworking and quality team of teachers, support staff, fundraising committee and engaged school community. It is a privilege to have been elected to the Elmgrove Board of Trustees and I look forward to being involved at the board level and contributing to the school community.
Shena Cape
Kia Ora I'm Shena, mum of Braxton and Kezra who both attend Elmgrove and absolutely love it.
Fun fact I am a part Maori wahine born and breed in Whangarei.
I have worked in retail and management for many years before children and today I run my own small business at Shorty's fragrances handcrafted luxuries which allows me to more hands on with the whanau while my husband works long hours in management. While juggling the whanau and work I also study and am in my level 3 Maori language.
I love to be hands on with children's education, bring support and ideas to the table as well had getting stuck in to lend a helping hand.
Elmgrove I must say is an amazing school of learning, culture and growing our young children to be bright, happy and strong within themselves.
I am humbled to be apart of our board of trustees and committed to help continue with all the work that has been put in to make this school successful, fun and rewarding.
Lisa Butcher - Staff Representative
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