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>> Asher Rohde, Erin Schrapel and Mitchell Gebert.
Leaving Nuriootpa High
a student and returning a
qualified teacher, Asher is now
privileged to work alongside her
mentor and former psychology
teacher, Kirsty Gebert.
“She’s the reason I am a
psychology teacher today. As
soon as she started teaching me,
I knew,” says Asher.
“She was so passionate, always
extending and challenging us,
and that sparked the passion in
me. I think that’s what makes a
really good teacher.”
Like so many scholars before
her, Asher continues to be
fascinated by the science of
psychology.
“It’s about why people do what
THE GRAIN ROOM
A place to relax where we farm it, grow it and make it.
• Homemade Gourmet pies, local produce platters, barista coffee, local craft Beer and more.
“Charming, rustic and down to earth”
they do, how people learn. I
love it, if you can’t tell,” Asher
laughs. However Asher is careful not
to psychoanalyse those around
her.
“It’s so relevant to everyday
life. I love when my students
go home and talk to their
parents or grandma or sister or
brother about what we’ve been
discussing and how it applies to
their life.” “I sometimes do it
subconsciously – probably
mostly with my family
members – but I try to take
people at face value,” says Asher.
“It’s important to separate my
personal life from my teaching
THE STABLES WINE ROOM
Come and discover Pindarie’s Estate wine room housed inside the restored historic Stables.
• Estate Wine Tasting
• Cellar Door tastings • Barista Coffee
• Seasonal Lunches • Spectacular Views
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