Principal's Report
Dear Parents and Friends of DPS,
As we come to the end of a wonderful year, I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to our entire school community. To our dedicated staff—thank you for your hard work, passion, and unwavering commitment to our students. To our parents—your continued support, partnership, and trust mean so much. And to our students—your enthusiasm, curiosity, and kindness make our school a truly special place. Thankyou to our volunteers, Hope Mentors, Parenta and Friends Group, and School Councillors.
Staffing for 2026
Jarod Ryan - Principal
Julia Bay - Assistant Principal
Niky Corfios - Assistant Principal
Andrew Johnson – Leading Teacher - Mental Health Wellbeing Leader
Bradley Simpson- Leading Teacher STEM/ Data
Diane Meilak - Junior School Literacy Learning Specialist
Lillie Powell – Senior School Literacy Learning Specialist
Brent Granger – Junior School Numeracy Learning Specialist
Nathan Watson – Senior School Numeracy Learning Specialist
Natalie Pike – Business Manager
Rebecca Rolfe – Office Manager
Zhara Mellor - Office Assistant
| Level | Leader | |||
| Prep | Jessica White (PW) | Caitlin Wightman (PC) | Millie Edwards (PE) | |
| 1 | Brent Granger (1G) | Shona Misso (1M) | Summer Scott (1S) | |
| 2 | Diane Meilak (2M) | Mei Sng (2S) | Gabe Trevan (2T) | |
| 3 | Lillie Ryan (3R) | Joy Lai (3J) | Taneisha Fredericks (3F) | |
| 4 | Rana El-bay (4E) | Hannah Stagoll (4S) | Julia Di Cosmo (4D) | Brett Tomsett (4T) |
| 5 | Lisa Foster (5F) | Sam O’Bryan (5O) | Jac Holzer (5H) | Sarah Bayliss (5B) |
| 6 | Nathan Watson (LS) | Mrs Vanessa Keen (6K) | Georgia Redfern (6R) | Sara Hamilton 3 days Jayne Hill 2 days (6H) |
| STEM | Brad Simpson (LT) | Andrew Johnson (LT) | ||
| Physical Education | Martin Spinks | Andrew Johnson (LT) | ||
| LOTE | Rida Su | Tracey Baxter | ||
| Art | Marika Quinonero | Tracey Baxter | ||
| Performing Arts | Kathey Coumaros | |||
| MHWL | Andrew Johnson | |||
| EAL | Mary Scopas (3 days) | |||
| Groundsman | Mick Tolliday | |||
As we approach the end of the year, we bid farewell and thank the following staff who are leaving us; Tom Wood-Burgess, Marissa Curtolo, Sarah Pike, Anthony Kelly, Ashleigh White, Madison Francis and Rikki Murphy. We would also like to thank George Longinidis who has supported the school in various roles in 2025. Goerge will continue to support the school as a casual relief teacher.
To our graduating Level 6 cohort, congratulations on reaching this milestone! We are incredibly proud of each of you. As you move on to secondary school, we wish you every success in the next stage of your learning journey. May you continue to grow, achieve, and shine. Remember, you will always be part of our school family.
Thank you to all families who were able to make it to the 2025 End of Year Concert. The students performed beautifully as we celebrated the start of Summer and the holiday period. Thank you, Mr Simpson, Mrs Coumaros, Mrs Quinonero, Mrs Pike for your help in putting this day together. At the concert, we announced the inaugural winners of the House Cup. Thank you to Mr Wood Burgess and Mr Spinks for building house spirit throughout 2025.
At the End of Year Concert, we also announced the 2026 School Captains. Congratulations to Anna O, Mary Z, Caleb F and Maksym S. I look forward to working with you all next year. For all aspirant leaders of the school, more opportunities will be on offer in the new year.
We are already excited for what 2026 will bring. With new learning opportunities, community events, and continued growth, next year promises to be full of possibility. We look forward to welcoming everyone back, refreshed and ready for another fantastic year.
Thank you once again for making this year memorable. Wishing all our families a safe, restful, and joyful break.
Determination Pride Success
Jarod Ryan
Acting Principal