Sadly, this is the last governor column, writes Janette Owen

The selfless act of not claiming expenses can also have a downside, says Janette Owen

From September all schools must ensure that teachers are expected to cover 'rarely'

The long wait for a report by the national review of governance goes on, says Janette Owen

Extended schools sound great. But who will do the work, asks Janette Owen

We need to support heads and staff in tackling discipline, says Janette Owen

One of the most important tools governors have is the Guide to the Law, says Janette Owen

We live in a bonus culture, says Janette Owen

Governors find themselves in a tricky position over Sats testing, says Janette Owen

What does your school's Parent Teacher Association mean to you as a governor, asks Janette Owen

Paying volunteers would undermine a successful structure, says Janette Owen

Treasure good staff - it is easy to push eager people too far, says Janette Owen

Janette Owen on improving teacher's wellbeing

Pressure to meet performance targets has put the spotlight on how governors assess, evaluate and encourage progress, says Janette Owen

Janette Owen on schools that are identified as coasting