2019 Staff Changes
Farewell...
It is an unfortunate reality that the end of each school year always sees our staffing complement in transition. I would like to wish the following staff members the best of luck as they embark on their new endeavours and pursuits in the 2018 school year - some in retirement and some in other educational settings.
Sandra Davies - Music Teacher
Sandra initially joined our staff in Term 2, 2008 and quickly made her mark in every aspect of our Performing Arts program.
Sandy has been the mastermind behind our School Concerts at both Robert Blackwood Hall and most recently, Hamer Hall. Sandy also produced our Carols Evenings ensuring that every member of our student body was always front and centre.
Sandy has also inspired our students to join our school Choir where she initiated our Seahorse Singers.
After a lifetime commitment to teaching, Sandy has decided to retire from education and begin pursuing personal interests and hobbies. Sandy’s musical legacy will forever live on as she has mentored every team member in our Music team.
Thank you for everything Sandy and 'thank you for the music!'.
Brad Andrews - 4A Classroom Teacher
Congratulations to Brad Andrews who has secured a position at Clyde Primary School. Brad joined our team in March after several years teaching at Parkdale Secondary College.
Throughout his time at BNPS, Brad has shared his experiences from secondary to our system and his many musical skills and talents. We wish Brad good luck as he ventures to a school much closer to his home and family.
Dallas O'Brien - PE & Learning Support Teacher
Congratulations to Mr Dallas O'Brien who has gained a new position at Carnegie Primary School where he will manage the entire PE and Sports program in 2019.
Dallas has been an integral member of our staff and PE team. Dallas has not only shared his athletic prowess, events management skills and passion for making a positive influence on all young students, but has also led our Emergency Management portfolio. We wish Dallas the best of luck at his new school and hope that his time at BNPS has provided him with a few initiatives to share at Carnegie Primary School.
Deb Ball - 2B Classroom Teacher
I would like to sincerely thank Mrs Deb Ball for sharing her exemplary teaching skills with our Year 2 team this year. Deb has shared her passion for literacy and the Early Years Program with both staff and students alike. We wish Deb the best of luck.
Clare Tyers - 2A Classroom Teacher
I would like to thank Clare for her valuable contribution to the Year 2 Team this term. Clare has shared her knowledge and skills with the students and has contributed in a positive manner to every aspect of our school's curriculum. We wish Clare good luck in her future teaching commitments.
Carolynn Smith - School Council President
2018 marks the end of an 11 year association with our school and membership of School Council. Carolynn has been an active and positive contributor to our school community on many fronts. Carolynn was a Fete Convenor in 2016 and has been our School Council President for the past two years.
Carolynn has been involved with our School Review as well as our International Baccalaureate Evaluation. I would like to sincerely thank Carolynn for not only sharing her skills, knowledge and expertise throughout this period, but also for teaching me the intricacies involved with leading in the corporate world.
Thank you Sandy, Brad, Dallas, Deb, Clare and Carolynn for everything you have done to add value to our school. On behalf of the entire BNPS community, we wish you well for the future.
Doug Bray (Classroom Teacher) will be on leave for the 2019 school year and we look forward to welcoming him back in 2020.
Welcome!
I am pleased to welcome a number of new staff who will be joining our team in 2019.
- Mr Jameel Marashli - 1D Classroom Teacher
- Mr Dan Farmer - 4A Classroom Teacher
- Mrs Diane Ullman - Music Teacher
- Mrs Naomi Hunter - PE Teacher
Mr Jameel Marashli
Welcome to Mr Jameel Marashli. Jameel has been a regular teacher this term and brings with him a wealth of knowledge in the areas of media and visual arts. These skills will add great value to our Digital Technologies focus and our Year 1 scope and sequence chart focusing on Coding and Mathematics.
Mr Dan Farmer
Dan will now join our teaching staff after several years working with us as a Teacher Assistant. Dan has had recent teaching experience working in primary, secondary and a special school setting.
Mrs Dianne Ullmann
Dianne will join our Music team next year. Dianne has recently moved to Victoria after teaching in Queensland. Experienced in teaching from Prep to Year 12, Dianne has taught in a wide variety of educational settings.
Mrs Naomi Hunter
Our Physical Education team will now include Mrs Naomi Hunter. Naomi is qualified in this area as well as outdoor education and performing arts. Naomi’s passion for student wellbeing will be an added dimension to our current Wellbeing Team led by Dr Carolann Clifford and Natalie McMahon.
Our new staff members bring with them their own set of talents and abilities to positively contribute to our school and we look forward to welcoming them in the New Year.
Our 2019 Staff
A full list of our 2019 Staff is available on the BNPS website.