Governance – College Board

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Bio

• Geologist (BSc Hons) and artist
• Extensive board experience:
  • Chair of resource board focused on governance, employee engagement, and organizational future-proofing.
  • Member of primary school board, developing strategic plans and governance.
  • Expertise in risk management and financial oversight.
• Led the implementation of a whole-school science program for Science Week at BPS for five years.
• Passionate about JCCA’s unique approach to integrating creativity with STEM and using it to tackle global challenges.

• Career in culture, heritage, and the arts, particularly regional cultural development.
• Developed and managed strategic projects and policies in State Government and the not-for-profit sector, focusing on Aboriginal arts and culture, community heritage, and worked on the executive team at the WA Museum.
• Currently works in the Strategic Partnerships Team at Lotterywest.
• Long association with Darlington Primary School, serving on the P&C and School Council.
• Believes strongly in the value of arts education for all young people.

• Mechanical Engineer and Principal Estimator at a major mining company.
• Mother of a Year 7 student and current member of the JCCA Parent Committee.
• Enjoys sports, reading, and supporting her children’s activities.
• Motivated to help shape the future of JCCA and contribute her expertise to the board.

• Active member of the JCCA board and community for the past three years.
• Two children attend JCCA (Year 7 Media Arts and Year 9 Music Theatre).
• Qualified accountant with experience in senior management, strategic planning, and program direction in the finance sector.
• Contributes valuable business skills and experience to the board, working on the strategic plan and securing funding for new college buildings.
• Committed to continuing his service on the board.

• Doctor specialising in Haematology and mother of two daughters at JCCA (Year 10 and Year 8).
• Seeks to be more involved in her daughters’ school life and contribute to a positive learning environment.
• Aims to promote parent-school collaboration and support initiatives that benefit students.

• Over 20 years of experience in senior strategic and operational roles in the arts and cultural sector.
• Established exceptional creative programs and partnerships across various sectors, including government, universities, and community organizations.
• Possesses an innovative approach to developing arts and community initiatives, informed by her understanding of WA’s cultural landscape.
• Committed to using her expertise and networks to benefit the college.

• Director of a risk consultancy firm in Perth.
• Educated at Wesley College Melbourne and comes from a family of educators.
• Advocates for a pragmatic approach to education that empowers students from diverse backgrounds to achieve their full potential in a safe environment.
• Believes in fostering a positive and supportive school culture that celebrates student individuality.

• Provides strategic advice to government, schools, and training providers on workforce planning for creative and digital technology industries.
• Serves on industry advisory boards for TAFE and the Department of Jobs.
• Passionate about ensuring broad access to arts and technology careers for students.
• Eager to contribute her expertise and industry connections to the JCCA board.

• Sally is a passionate educator with over 25 years of teaching experience. Since 2015, she has been at John Curtin College of the Arts (JCCA), where she currently serves as Assistant Head of Science. Sally teaches Chemistry for Years 11 and 12, and Science for Year 10, including AEP.
  She actively contributes to JCCA’s success through data analysis to improve curriculum and supporting student pathways in science. Beyond the classroom, Sally is a member of the Finance and Sustainability committees. She is a dedicated member of the school community, organizing events like Science Week and attending student performances. Sally believes in collaboration between students, teachers, and parents to ensure the best possible outcomes for all students.

• Fiona brings over 30 years of leadership experience in Arts education to the College Board. She is a strategic thinker who focuses on:
  Building strong leadership within the school
  Empowering students to take ownership of their learning (student agency)
  Fostering cultural responsiveness and inclusivity
  Developing positive relationships with families and the broader community
  Staying current on best practices in education, including Quality Teaching Strategy – Teaching for Impact and Focus 2024
  Fiona is particularly interested in the upcoming iterations of key strategic plans, including The Strategic Directions for Public Schools (2020-2024), Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) Strategy (2020 – 2024), ICT Vision for Teaching and Learning in Public Schools (2020 – 2024), and Building on Strength (2020-2024). She sees these plans shaping the next phase of JCCA’s Business Plan and is eager to represent staff on the College Board and share their insights with the leadership team.

• Julia Mary joined JCCA in 2023 as an English teacher. With 15 years of experience in public schools across Perth, Julia brings a love of the Arts to her teaching. Beyond traditional instruction, Julia has explored various artistic endeavors, including swing dancing, bass playing, script writing, and poetry performance. She is nearing completion of her PhD in Creative Writing (expected late 2023) and is excited to take on new challenges at JCCA.