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Our staff

Our school team is committed to every student’s learning, wellbeing and sense of belonging. We work together to create a supportive and inclusive school where every child is set up for success.

Our school leaders

Our school leaders, including our principal, guide teachers and students. They help create a school culture where every child is supported to grow and thrive.

Our school leaders
  • Ms Rachel Byrne, Principal
  • Mr Robert Jovanovski, Deputy Principal Years 8 & 11
  • Mr Nick Davies, Deputy Principal Years 9 & 12
  • Ms Nicola Crossland, Deputy Principal Years 7 & 10
  • Ms Melinda Workman, Inclusion & Support
  • Ms Wendy Beckett, Instructional Leader

Our teaching staff

Your child’s school experience is shaped by the people around them. Our teachers bring experience, care and a passion for learning to every lesson. With a focus on success, they help every child reach their full potential.

Our teaching staff

Year Advisors

  • Mr Adam Davidson, Year 7
  • Mr Jonah Armstrong,  Year 8
  • Mr Scott McCarter, Year 9
  • Ms Katelyn Tighe, Year 10
  • Mr Thomas Stocks, Year 11
  • Mr Craig Martine, Year 12

Administration

  • Ms Emma Kelly

Director of Sport

  • Mr James Pascoe

English

  • Ms Amanda Lewis, Head Teacher
  • Mr Mark Cousin
  • Ms Emerson Doherty
  • Mr Shane Doyle
  • Ms Felicity Hammond
  • Ms Sonya Hewitt
  • Mr Lewis Horne
  • Ms Emerson Doherty
  • Ms Joanne Hamilton - Innovation

Mathematics

  • Mr Sean Love, Head Teacher
  • Mr Scott McCarter
  • Mr Callan Crapp
  • Ms Emma Kelly
  • Mr Jamie McSpadden
  • Mr Gicu Oprea
  • Mr Matthew Tull
  • Ms Brooke Summers

Science

  • Ms Natalie Guzel, Head Teacher
  • Mr Thomas Barbour
  • Mr Joshua Bennett
  • Mr Brant Barden
  • Mr James Huff
  • Mr Scott Westcott

CAPAL (Creative Arts/Performing Arts/Language)

  • Ms Melanie Smith, Head Teacher
  • Ms Elise Meikle
  • Ms Lee Schubert
  • Ms Abagail Sparkes
  • Ms Megan Snow
  • Ms Meryl Ward

HSIE

  • Mr Michael Harrison, Head Teacher
  • Mr Chad McCarter
  • Ms Laura Kuczer
  • Ms Tanika Goodyer
  • Ms Aleisha Jennings
  • Mr Will Scully
  • Ms Melissa Slaney

TAS

  • Ms Karen Hines, Head Teacher
  • Ms Lee Carolan
  • Mr Paul Davies
  • Mr Grant Harmer
  • Mr Ross Hanlon
  • Ms Megan Hearne
  • Mr Nigel Hogan
  • Ms Donna Rogers
  • Mr Tony Vitnell

PD/HEALTH/PE

  • Ms Ashley Wilson, Head Teacher
  • Ms Jenny Hoffman
  • Mr Matthew Kennedy
  • Ms Maia Marino
  • Mr Scott O’Neill
  • Mr Brendan Sims
  • Ms Katelyn Stansfield
  • Mr Jayson Strachan
  • Mr Thomas Stocks
  • Ms Kristen Stone
  • Mr Jason Tait
  • Mr Nikoli Topor-Stanley
  • Mr Adam Trypas

GEM Academy

  • Ms Kim Wade-Phillips, Head Teacher
  • Ms Erin Browne
  • Ms Nicole Cottrill
  • Mr Steven Dowler
  • Ms Laura Gellert
  • Ms Renae Slee
  • Ms Marissa Smith
  • Ms Kate Streatfeild

PERSONALISED PATHWAYS

  • Ms Natasha Knight, Head Teacher
  • Big Picture - Mr David Staley - Big Picture Coordinator
  • Big Picture - Mr Duncan Handley
  • Big Picture - Ms Michelle Handyside
  • Big Picture - Mr Tim Mallon
  • Big Picture - Ms Kellie Rose
  • Hunter Academy - Mr Jonah Armstrong
  • Hunter Academy - Ms Georgia Mueck
  • Hunter Academy - Mr Mitchell Peachey Head Teacher
  • Hunter Academy - Ms Stephanie Winter
  • T1 - Mr Adam Davidson
  • T1 - Mr Megan McCarthy
  • T2 - Mr David Buswell
  • T2 - Ms Natalie Meisenhelter
  • RISE - Mr Craig Martine
  • Next Step - Mr Will Davies

Senior Study Advisor

  • Mr Rob Berry

Teaching & Learning Support

  • Ms Erin Smith, Head Teacher

Wellbeing

  • Ms Melanie Smith /Ms Natalie Guzel

Careers – Transition Pathways

  • Ms Melissa Slaney, Stage 5
  • Ms Lee Schubert, Stage 6

Learning and Support Teachers

  • Ms Margarite Lock
  • Ms Nicole Millgate

Wellbeing and support staff

Our wellbeing and support staff guide student wellbeing, learning needs and inclusion. They work with teachers to make personalised adjustments. This means each child can take part fully in school life. We make our school welcoming and accessible to every child.

Our wellbeing and support staff

Wellbeing

  • Ms Melanie Smith (M-Th) Ms Natalie Guzel (F)

School Counsellors

  • Ms Janet Elliott
  • Ms Jessica Forbes

Minimbah Team

  • Mr Shaun Skuthorpe - Aboriginal Education Officer
  • Ms Brooke Elers - Aboriginal Education Officer
  • Ms Abby Archer
  • Mr Lachlyn Spicer
  • Mr Cahleb Faulkner

Sports Academy Mentors

  • Mr Tony Gleeson
  • Mr Ben Horgan

Administrative and operations staff

Our administrative and operations staff keep our school running smoothly. They support students, teachers and families every day. You can find them in our front office or on the school grounds.

Our administrative and operations staff

Business Manager

  • Ms Julie Wright

Have a question for our leaders or teachers?

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Additional learning support

Find out how we support students with disability or additional learning needs.

Policies and Reports

Our policies and reports help families understand how our school works.