Staff Shout Out - Week 7 by

Diana Sheldrick

kimpaatsch — 2021-08-22 22:49:23 UTC

Thank you Diana for always calmly answering my (often repeated) questions about the sequence of lessons for Hums and English. You are an endless source of knowledge and your inbuilt scheduling for timely CAT delivery is invaluable to me - or I would be up to midnight trying to mark and report on my CATs. Thanks so much! Kim

Eliza Lawless

kimpaatsch — 2021-08-22 22:51:57 UTC

Thank you Eliza for giving up your time to collaborate to investigate and plan exciting curriculum. I am also indebted to you for your fabulous Hums lessons - Geography has never seemed so fun :) Your energy and drive in a difficult year - which is your first year of teaching! - is inspiring. Thanks so much! Kim

Alice Reid

kimpaatsch — 2021-08-22 23:09:08 UTC

Thank you for all of your amazing Canva creations! You do an amazing job turning my average ideas into posters that look top notch. You are also endlessly supportive with all library and text related requests. I hope you do realise how much I value your hard work. Kim

Rebecca Love

2021-08-23 02:19:06 UTC

For checking in on your Tech Team to make sure we are feeling supported.

Amy Curran, Daniel Marshall, Claire Jobling, Clem Roussell, Jas Walker, Lachlan Wyatt, Marie Glass, Nick Axaris, Ben McColl, Tim Howie

isabellaomalley — 2021-08-23 02:24:24 UTC

For the wonderful support you have given your Year 7 homegroups and their anxious parents during this challenging year.

Stewart Wilson, Liam Keating

isabellaomalley — 2021-08-23 02:26:15 UTC

For your patience and support especially with the more challenging students and families!

Ann Hyland and Juliette Coyne

isabellaomalley — 2021-08-23 02:27:56 UTC

For providing that one on one support for our more anxious students through this difficult time.

Cory Duker

ann_louise_leggett — 2021-08-23 02:33:23 UTC

Thanks for all your support for the Maths team this year! Your organisation has made this year a whole lot less bumpy for all of us! Go Cory Duker!

Hannah Erasmus

ann_louise_leggett — 2021-08-23 02:34:21 UTC

A big year to step into a CAT Leader role, and you're kicking goals! Your positivity and kindness is always appreciated. Keep it up Hannah!

Gavin Clifford

kimpaatsch — 2021-08-23 03:25:19 UTC

Thanks for your constant collaboration, feedback and support with curriculum initiatives. You have an ever calm and measured response.
Thanks! Kim

Dat Che

kimpaatsch — 2021-08-23 03:59:36 UTC

For you unwavering calm and logical presence! I often wonder if there is anything at all that can fluster you. It is a true super power. Thanks! Kim

Brad Nicholls

kimpaatsch — 2021-08-23 05:30:36 UTC

Thanks for your positive energy, chats while you eat your lunch on the staff room floor and you straight up responses at our staff meetings. School wouldn't be the same without you. Thanks! Kim

Stewart Wilson and Isabella O'Malley

2021-08-23 06:17:11 UTC

Thank you for going above and beyond in the support of our Year 7 teachers and staff.

isabella O'Malley

2021-08-24 02:14:05 UTC

Thank you for responding to my numerous questions and always being so supportive !

Kerri, Marg and Michelle

2021-08-24 07:54:25 UTC

For showing the troops how to extend their culinary repertoire.

Cassie Comyns

clementineroussel — 2021-08-24 07:55:04 UTC

Thank you for always being so positive, supportive and for always spreading love around you. You're not just a top notch learning specialist, you also show care and give your time to everyone. <3

Hannah Erasmus

clementineroussel — 2021-08-24 07:58:32 UTC

The Humanities CAT is a BIG TEAM and can be a big mess sometimes but you're managing it so well and always with a smile. You're a superstar!

Amy Curran

jaslynwalker — 2021-08-24 08:01:52 UTC

Your leadership, compassion and empathy is greatly appreciated by both staff and students. Whether its coordinating student leadership, running PLC groups or teaching in your classes, your efforts do not go unnoticed and is deeply appreciated. Thank you for letting me rant to you when I stress about my VIT and online learning. You are truly the best mentor a little graduate could ask for :)

Nick Hughes

clementineroussel — 2021-08-24 08:02:25 UTC

Thank you to the most Aussie of the Frenchies. You've been so supportive with us (newbies), you've shown so much patience and you know how to bring some fun to our staffroom and meetings. Merci beaucoup :)

Dat Che

2021-08-24 08:08:55 UTC

For being such a reassuring and supportive mentor with my VIT. Even though I've been slow to start and figure it all out, you've stopped me from over-stressing about it. Thank you!

Isabella O'Malley and Stewart Wilson

clementineroussel — 2021-08-24 08:09:06 UTC

Thanks to you two, our year 7s are in good hands! I couldn't mention all the times you've been helping me or giving me a tip here and there... You both have been so helpful, understanding and supportive, not just to us teachers but also to all students. We really have top notch SMLs!

Rachel Roberts

2021-08-24 09:26:12 UTC

What's not to love about Rachel :) I just wanted to shout her out as she really goes above and beyond for the relentless Year 7 transition process - so dedicated to getting wonderful results for WHS, the new Year 7s, their families and even more the partner primary schools and the key relationships we have with them. Its such a pleasure working with you on transition Rach, xsue

Lou Leggett

amycurran — 2021-08-24 09:38:08 UTC

Thank you for your guidance, advice and support Lou! You've made me feel better about many a challenge and the millions of questions I tend to ask you. The relationships you have with students and staff is much to be admired. You're a gem!

Alice Reid

amycurran — 2021-08-24 09:42:17 UTC

Nothing is ever too much trouble! You whip up a display in no time and have it looking amazing. And SO many hidden talents and skills. Thank you for helping our student leaders on their many celebration days and events. We are so lucky! Thank you Alice.

Amy Curran

2021-08-24 10:21:24 UTC

Thank you for the support and guidance you have shown me since starting at Willi High, especially during remote learning. I appreciate the time you’ve taken to offer advice and show me the HAPE ropes along the way. Thank you for everything you do for the HAPE team and for making my online experience more enjoyable. 😊

Brit 😊😊

Liam Keating

2021-08-24 10:26:08 UTC

Thank you Liam for your words of wisdom when it comes to student management, especially during remote learning.

Thank you for constantly checking in on me and the many phone conversations we have had. Your advice has been so valuable and I can’t thank you enough for the support you have shown me. 😊

Thank you
Britt 😊

Lachy Wyatt

2021-08-24 10:27:53 UTC

What an absolutely great bloke to work with! Lachy always keeps his cool under pressure, super patient and positive. He checks in on how everyones going regularly and has great, engaging curriculum ideas.

Anita Gatti-Smith

rachelroberts13 — 2021-08-24 10:47:55 UTC

A wonderful and dedicated Science CAT leader. Always taking on board new ideas and suggestions and leading by example. She is always trying to make what is already fantastic even better.

Jas Walker

liam_keating — 2021-08-24 11:46:37 UTC

Thank you for all the outstanding work you have done with the Aquatics program in PE. As well as your positive attitude, and enthusiasm in all things that improve students experience at school. LKE

Humanities PLC group

liam_keating — 2021-08-24 11:48:36 UTC

Loving our sharing of ideas, and music taste! Even if some people gave me a hard time :0

I have definitely taken some ideas away from our meetings to help student learning/outcomes.

Principals

liam_keating — 2021-08-24 11:50:41 UTC

Thank you for all the hard work you are doing behind the scenes. Very hard to adapt in such uncertain times. However you have made this a lot easier for staff! Thank you :)

Isabella O'Malley, Stewart Wilson, Karen Mahoney, Mathew Grossman, Ben McColl, Warren Patterson, Ann Hyland, Daren Nicholas, Juliette Coyne

liam_keating — 2021-08-24 11:53:56 UTC

The work you are all doing with students behind the scenes is so important in supporting them in difficult times. You have all supported me too in my role, and I miss our face to face interactions! Looking forward to seeing you all in person soon. LKE

Amy Curran

liam_keating — 2021-08-24 11:57:49 UTC

Well done with all the work you have done with our student leaders. The ideas and activities that the students have come up with are exciting. You have been able to provide such a great platform for these students in what is an important initiative, especially during remote learning.

Rachelle Capitano

2021-08-24 22:58:44 UTC

Thank you for your support and check in's throughout the year. It makes a difference. :)

Cory Duker

2021-08-25 00:34:11 UTC

An incredible educational leader who goes above and beyond to support his team. Your organisation is impeccable and the quality of your resources outstanding. Thank you!

Year 8 HG Teachers

2021-08-25 00:34:26 UTC

A Big Thanks to the Year 8 HG teachers for all of their hard work in chasing up students that have been absent from online classes. It keeps the school informed concerning the well being of our students and lets the SEWT know if any additional measures need to be implemented.

Kim Paatsch

2021-08-25 00:36:38 UTC

A big Thank you for all of the work you have been doing to assist the Yr 8 English team. It is greatly appreciated.

Cassie

2021-08-25 05:16:48 UTC

Thank you for being such an amazing teacher! And helping me and I’m sure many others with all your fabulous ideas and pedagogical knowledge. Tim.

Cory

2021-08-25 05:17:34 UTC

Cory=grouse CAT leader! Thank you for your emoji filled emails and rippa trivia sessions! I always feel supported with you as the SUPREME MATHS CAT LEADER! Tim.

Isabella and Stewart

2021-08-25 05:18:04 UTC

Isabella and Stewart for all your support helping me navigate 7K!

Jas Walker

amycurran — 2021-08-25 09:36:16 UTC

Thanks for bringing such positive energy to both HAPE and our staffroom! You've worked so hard at planning and teaching your classes as well as building important relationships with your students. And you have an awesome chocolate jar (I owe you a few when we return!).

Cassie Comyns

amycurran — 2021-08-25 09:42:05 UTC

Thanks for being a superstar teaching and learning specialist! You have the answer to many a tricky question, especially Google Suite. Thank you for every question you so calmly answer!

Danny Pearce

kimpaatsch — 2021-08-29 22:37:17 UTC

Thanks for always answering my data related questions with patience and alacrity!

Tamara Stubley

kimpaatsch — 2021-08-29 22:38:04 UTC

Thanks for working so hard to keep students and staff connected and supported during our endless lockdown.

Felicity Christmass

2021-08-29 22:38:45 UTC

Thanks for being so willing to produce and share resources, both through our PLC and for the whole Maths team.

Berna Gonen

kimpaatsch — 2021-08-29 22:39:23 UTC

Thanks for all of the hard work in my class as a tutor and also for all the reading strategies related help all year long. It has been invaluable :)

Tamy

danielpearce2 — 2021-08-29 23:22:32 UTC

Thanks for helping me with the School Review VRQA section, I never imagined there was so much paperwork we had to find.
Danny

Liz Lorenc

kimpaatsch — 2021-08-29 23:24:42 UTC

Thanks for leading our PLC in a very difficult time. Without you, we would be lost :)

Dat Che

garrettdrago — 2021-08-30 00:44:41 UTC

A wise man, with a kind heart. Thanks for checking in and sharing your wisdom.

Claire Jobling, Audrey Groellin, Nick Hughes, Carmen Wiseman, Eliza Lawless, Hannah Erasmus, Brad Nicholls, Ben McColl, Nick Axaris

clementineroussel — 2021-08-30 00:52:42 UTC

Thanks for being amazing colleagues by checking in, collaborating and sending the occasional (or frequent) resource that makes the difference when the blank 'Google Classroom' page syndrome arises during online learning. Couldn't dream for better colleagues online and in real life!

Anita Gatti-Smith

garrettdrago — 2021-08-30 00:56:59 UTC

Thanks for all the hard work you do behind the scenes and on screen! If I ever need advice or clarification I also know where to go. You are constantly working to improve the great resources we offer our students and our team. Thanks so much.

Warren Patterson

garrettdrago — 2021-08-30 01:00:24 UTC

Thanks for cheering up our days. Thanks for always going above and beyond for our school and students and thanks for reminding us that we are human!

Lou Leggett

garrettdrago — 2021-08-30 01:03:32 UTC

You have such a huge heart and deserve to be rewarded for all that you do to support our students, our school and really, everyone around you. Thanks so much for being so brilliant!

Kerri Wangemen

garrettdrago — 2021-08-30 01:07:15 UTC

Your email's are always hilarious and timely. You help get us through each day. Thanks for being so hilarious, compassionate and caring to all.

Brit Lukasik

2021-08-30 02:57:13 UTC

Even though you are new to the team your assistance, ideas and contribution has been greatly appreciated. Whether it’s answering a quick small question or offering to help me on editing a task, you always put your hand up to assist. While online learning is challenging, you’ve adjusted to teaching at WHS amazingly.

The Arts Team

2021-08-31 04:57:38 UTC

Getting through this is not only through individuals but by working together with each other providing support, sharing of ideas and humour. So a BIG shout out to Helen, Richard, Lachy, Dale, Jesse and Jessica.

Anita Gatti-Smith

genevievepercovich — 2021-09-01 00:52:21 UTC

For always having a listening ear and guiding advice. Thanks for taking time to try to get the best for your staff and students.

The Leaders both in title and collegiality

genevievepercovich — 2021-09-01 00:59:50 UTC

Over the course of my time at Willy High I have always found the "Leadership Team", approachable, straight down the line, and supportive.

Also, all of the Science team and Homegroup Teachers and Learning Aides are approachable, ready to offer support and expertise. Even my mentor teacher, (Tom) and my neighbours (Corrine and Jay) and friends (Amy), everyone I have come across associated with Willy High are helpful at offering insight and suggestions to improve the experiences of the students we all are nurturing, academically and as citizens.

Having worked at a "few joints" now, there is a culture of high expectations, and a culture of caring about improving the outcomes for students and their education.

I thank all of the staff who have made this "odd" year of remote and flexible teaching ( with a sprinkle of part time on-site days) an enriching and more productive one. KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!

Jas Walker

clementineroussel — 2021-09-01 04:13:54 UTC

Thank you for the amazing pilates class 💕

Jamila Brogan

2021-09-01 08:02:37 UTC

Thanks for organising the Music Trivia night on Monday. Everyone had a great time and really appreciated it.