Governor Services Awards

Celebrating National School Governors Awareness Day

**Janet Clarke -** Gem Federation with Donna Muir
*Outstanding Contribution as a governance professional/clerk*

On the 13th of February, we celebrated National School Governors Awareness Day with a networking event and recognition awards ceremony dedicated to honouring the invaluable contributions of governors and governance professionals. The event, held at Tooley Street, saw a fantastic turnout, reflecting the community's appreciation for these dedicated individuals.

Donna Muir (Head of Governor Services), Veronica Kigundu, Shereen Moussa and Maureen Boyle presented awards which recognised some of our longstanding governors and those who have provided unwavering support to our schools Their commitment and resilience have been instrumental in fostering a positive educational environment.

A highlight of the event was the keynote address delivered by Jackie Sweeting from the National Governance Association (NGA).

The event was a resounding success, celebrating the dedication and hard work of those who ensure our schools are well-governed and thriving. We look forward to continuing this tradition and further acknowledging the efforts of our governance community in the years to come.

You can see some photos below and a list of awards.

**Althea Smith** (L)- St Peter’s Walworth with
Donna Muir (M) and Shereen Moussa (L)
A governor/trustee championed the stability
of their school or Trust

Those who couldn’t be there on the night also received the following awards.

Chiz Nawasou - Governor who has made a significant contribution to building a culture in the school that champions equality & inclusion.

Sarah Cooper –Outstanding Contribution as a governance professional

Celia Johns – Longstanding Governor Award

Sheona St Hillaire - Recognition for a governor/trustee or board who have demonstrated an exceptional understanding of their local communities

**Jess Heather** - Hollydale with Donna Muir
*Outstanding support for a Headteacher*

**Anthony Doudle** (L)- Brunswick Park with Donna Muir (M)
and Veronica Kigundu (R)
Chair Award - In recognition of a
significant contribution to leadership

**Maureen Gabbidon** with Donna Muir
*Outstanding contribution to Southwark Stands Together*

**Ingrid Davidson** - Gem Federation
with Donna Muir
*Longstanding Governor Award*

Kirsty Durman - Goodrich — **Kirsty Durman** - Goodrich - with Donna Muir
Recognition for a governor who has demonstrated
an exceptional understanding of their local communities

**Mick Kelley** - Maudsley Bethlem Hospital School- with Donna Muir
Recognition of a significant contribution
and impact at a Southwark School

Pauline Maddision — **Pauline Maddison** – Peter Hills with Donna Muir
*Longstanding Governor Award*

**Chris Mallaband** (L) -
South Bank University Academy with Donna Muir (M)
and Maureen Boyle (R)
*Longstanding Governor Award*

**Fr Andrew Mumby** with Donna Muir
*Longstanding Governor Award*