A Legacy of Academic Excellence

Michelle's legacy at St. Joseph’s is one of unwavering vision, exceptional leadership, and a fierce commitment to learning and teaching. She was a pillar of academic excellence, and her impact is felt in every classroom, every teaching practice, and every student achievement.

Michelle believed that every child has the right to a high-quality education, and she made that belief a reality. At the core of her leadership was the conviction that mediocrity had no place at St. Joseph’s, Malvern. Her commitment to excellence drove a culture shift: classrooms became centres of clarity, precision, and purpose, where every child was taught with intention and care.

A passionate advocate for evidence-based teaching, Michelle championed the use of high-impact strategies and explicit instruction across the school. Her focus on building teacher capacity ensured that every staff member had the tools, knowledge, and confidence to deliver instruction that made a genuine difference in student learning. She was driven by the belief that great teaching changes lives, and she set the standard for what that should look like in practice.

Learning and Teaching were at the heart of Michelle’s vision. She understood that these foundational skills unlock opportunities far beyond the school gates, and she worked tirelessly to ensure that every child left St. Joseph’s confident, capable, and equipped for success. Under her guidance, high expectations became the norm, and student growth followed.

Michelle’s leadership was marked by collaboration. Surrounded by a strong and united team, she transformed St. Joseph’s into a school of academic excellence. Her influence shaped not just programs and practices, but mindsets and culture. Her clarity of purpose, insistence on best practice, and belief in every learner created a legacy that endures.

Her vision will live on at St. Joseph’s. Those who have walked through our gates, those here now, and those still to come will continue to reap the benefits of a Michelle Moore-driven education: one defined by high standards, excellent teaching and the belief that every student can achieve. 

Her legacy is in our classrooms, our staff, and most importantly, in the learning of every child at St. Joseph’s.