Hills Grammar welcomes new principal
Hills Grammar , celebrating 40 years as the leading independent coeducational school in the Hills District , is delighted to appoint its first female principal , Mrs Karen Yager .
Mrs Yager
“ I am looking forward to building on the values and legacy of the Hills Grammar principals who have come before me . The school ’ s unique culture and focus on nurturing their Hills Originals attracted me to the position .” joins the school with more than 26 years ’ experience in education , including , most recently , as deputy headmaster K-12 , at Knox Grammar . A progressive and creative leader , Mrs Yager said ,
“ I am looking forward to building on the values and legacy of the Hills Grammar principals who have come before me . The school ’ s unique culture and focus on nurturing their Hills Originals attracted me to the position .”
“ I really enjoy working with students to prepare them for life beyond the school gates . As educators , it is one of our great joys to nurture the passion , knowledge , and skills of young people , to give them the confidence to achieve their unique potential .
“ I am looking forward to working in a co-educational environment where I am committed to empowering our young men and women to take their place in the world with courage , confidence and conviction , and the ability and will to positively influence their own lives and the world around them .
“ Young people need to experience a well-rounded education where the uniqueness of every student is valued . Students should be inspired in a safe and supportive environment to grow their potential to the best of their ability and thrive academically , socially , emotionally and physically .”
Hills Grammar was founded in 1982 , with the vision of creating an independent grammar school based
Mrs Karen Yager .
on the ideals of academic excellence within a co-educational setting , without religious bias . Since its foundation , the school has grown to over 950 students from Kindergarten to Year 12 , with a highly regarded 79 place Early Childhood Centre .
“ At 40 years young , Hills Grammar is agile enough to innovate and develop our offering , but old enough to know who we are and to maintain the essential elements of our culture . I am delighted to be joining at this exciting time ,” Mrs Yager added .
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