Liaison at Tara

Social Connection

Mrs Cate Redman

Connection with Families Abroad

Mrs Geraldine Hsu

The role of Community Liaison Manager is all about connection. As a mum of two and an expat, I know how wonderful school-based connections can be.

Research shows that parental involvement in a child’s learning journey maximises both their academic outcomes and wellbeing. Shared experiences through being involved in school based activities are a wonderful way to make friends and improve our mental health. Both the individual, school and the wider community benefits from volunteering and the contributions that can be made to school infrastructure.

For 2023, a priority for Community Relations is to build on the current Tara parent groups, the Parents & Friends and Tara Dads Club, as well as facilitate other social events organised by volunteers from year groups and other school representatives. A networking group I am passionate about is the class parent system as I see those who are on the ground, mixing with other parents, as having a vital role in welcoming new families, organising social events and ensuring a cohesive and positive experience of schooling. Since my first son started school 16 years ago, I have embraced this connection and served on Parents & Friends committees, been a Class Parent and organised many fundraising events. I love being part of a team, working together to achieve and make a difference in each other’s and the students’ lives and I’m excited to connect with the many parent groups at Tara to plan and support events.

As Helen Keller says, “Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much”. This year the P&F, Tara Dads Club, Community Relations, Class Parents and the Tara Old Girls’ Association will be hosting many eventsit’s definitely going to be a busy year!

My name is Geraldine and in November 2022, I started working with Tara as the International Liaison Coordinator.

With over 30 years of experience in the field of international education, I have expertise in various domains like operations, finance, HR, strategy development, change management, and people leadership. I have a strong background in school operations and have contributed to the creation of high-quality academic programs. I have also played a vital role in establishing links with vocational, tertiary, and private schools in NSW.

Working in this role allows me to bring my skills to assist the international community in understanding Tara better and helping international students to adjust to studying and living at Tara. I am able to facilitate communication, coordination, and relationships between Tara and international students and their families.

I am thrilled to inform the international community that Tara provides excellent academic and wellbeing support to international students. Our compassionate and qualified staff ensure that all girls receive the best possible care and assistance. When studying and boarding at Tara, international students are well taken care of and supported.

In 2023, I am excited to promote and expand the Tara brand internationally as a unique girls’ school with holistic values that set us apart from the rest.