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The passion of the West Wallsend High School staff and their commitment to operating as a professional and unified team is one of the greatest strengths of West Wallsend High School. We are proud of our reputation for being a caring community that engages, supports, and challenges students to draw out their best and instil a sense of pride in their achievements. Every child’s progress is important and our staff look for opportunities to encourage and support each child’s development.
Our professional, university-educated teachers encourage students to develop a love of learning and a desire to succeed. They maintain the highest integrity and concern for your child’s wellbeing.
The principal is responsible for the educational leadership and management of our school. If you would like to speak to the principal, please contact us to make an appointment.
Our school administrative staff can answer inquiries or direct you to the appropriate staff member for help.
Principal
Mrs Krystal Bevin
Deputy Principals
Mrs Shannon Sager: Years 7 and 10
Mr Michael Chandler: Years 9 and 11
Mr Paul Gauci: Years 8 and 12 (Year 7, 2023)
Head Teachers
English and drama: Mrs Jessica Somner (rel.)
Mathematics + languages other than English (LOTE): Mr Allan Burns
Science: Mr Mark Milat
Human society and its environment (HSIE): Mrs Jo-Anne Bailey
Technological and applied studies (TAS): Mr Daniel Dawkins
Creative and performing arts (CAPA): Miss Tamara Turner (rel.)
Personal development, health and physical education (PDHPE): Mr Shayne Mason
Middle school and High potential and gifted education (HPGE): Ms Lauren Holding
Student individual learning support (SAIL): Mrs Allison Madden
Student wellbeing: Mrs Sharon Jenness
Careers and transition: Ms Levina Abbo
Administration: Mrs Petula Lalor
Instructional Practice: Ms Lauren Holding
Year Advisors in 2022
Year 7
Ms Breanna Burnes, email: breanna.burnes2@det.nsw.edu.au
Year 8
Mr Corey Bubb, email: Corey.Bubb@det.nsw.edu.au
Year 9
Mr Andrew Katoa, email: Andrew.Katoa2@det.nsw.edu.au
Year 10
Mr Geoffrey Muir, email: Geoffrey.Muir1@det.nsw.edu.au
Year 11
Mr Paul Johnson, email: Paul.Johnson48@det.nsw.edu.au
Year 12
Miss Victoria Parker, email: Victoria.Parker9@det.nsw.edu.au
Administration
School Administration Manager: Mrs Joanne Coyne (rel.)
Attendance Officer: Mrs Samantha Harris
Community Liaison Officer:
Technical Support Officer: Mr Keith Morton
Business Manager: Ms Anne Jones