Full Name:     Stephanie Callaghan

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Can you tell us something about yourself and what strengths you bring to the governing body? Include occupation and background if relevant.

Having worked in education for over 20 years, I feel I am able to contribute to the governing body using my experience and knowledge of education. I have worked in a variety of settings including mainstream secondary and special educational needs.

Do you have any relevant business or pecuniary interests? Are you a governor in another education institution?

I have some financial understanding with my various roles with the school charity, Friends of Brentwood.

Do you have any material interests arising from relationships between governors or relationships between governors and school staff?

No.

Why did you want to be a governor at Brentwood?

I became a governor as I want to support the school, which I love being a part of, in as many ways as I can. I think the work that staff do within the school is outstanding and I am delighted to represent the staff within the governing body.

What impact has being a governor at Brentwood had on you?

Being a governor is interesting and rewarding. I feel in touch with everything that is happening in education and feel that we make a difference to the school and local community.