A limited statutory manager has been appointed to Ōmārama School at the request of the Ōmārama School Board. The Ministry of Education made the appointment last week. Christchurch lawyer Madeleine Hawkesby, who specialises in employment law and has expertise in the education sector, has been appointed to the role. She will carry out the employment and communications functions of the Board. She can also advise the Board on policies and procedures. Recently, she has worked with Twizel Area School as a commissioner and returned that board to self-governance last year...>>> continue reading <<<