hoping to implement in the near future ? Since arriving at Scotch I have spent a lot of time getting to know the community – the Scotch Family – building relationships with staff and students . And I have been very thankful for the warm welcome I have received . As a New South Welshwoman , there are many things that are new ( beyond the hook turn ), including a new curriculum , and I have appreciated people ’ s generosity and patience , particularly my Years 7 and 8 Drama classes . Among a few particular projects I have been excited to start has been the design of Illumine , a new , College-wide approach to professional growth for staff . This program intends to celebrate and shed light on areas of excellence in staff practice , and to identify areas for further growth , ensuring we continue to be a beacon of best practice . I have also been thinking about how we attract , orient and enculturate new staff to and in the College , as well as how we strengthen our research investment and engagement for staff and students alike .
In your opinion , what are some of the key advantages of a boys ’ education ?
There are many advantages I see in the education provided by a single-sex , boys ’ school . To hark back to my earlier comment , one of the key advantages is the unique opportunity it provides us to think and speak intentionally about the kind of men we are forming , and to design an educational experience towards this end . Having spent the last 10 years working in this type of environment , I consider it a true privilege to partner with families in this precious work .
Would you mind sharing with us some of your key passions or hobbies ?
I have many hobbies and interests . I am an avid reader ( which hopefully befits my title ). As a Drama teacher , I am passionate about the arts and particularly enjoy singing . I enjoy most sports , but netball especially , and time in the outdoors , hiking , is often how I am refreshed . I am a Christian person , and so also spend time serving in my local church and on the board of a not-for-profit ministry organisation . www . scotch . vic . edu . au Great Scot 31