Transforming Schools and Changing Systems report launches at Parliament House

Launched at Parliament House in March, Teach For Australia’s new report, Transforming Schools and Changing Systems, highlights the difference our Leadership Development Program Alumni are making in schools, classrooms and communities across Australia.

A big thank you to Senator Ellie Whiteaker for launching the report at Parliament House, and to the MPs who joined us for the occasion.

It was powerful to hear directly from TFA Alumni Holly Stewart (Principal at Hobart City High School), Darcy Robinson (Deputy Principal at East Kimberley College), Jennifer Ames (Assistant Principal at Glenroy College) and Thomas Hennessy (Senior Teacher at Katherine High School), about how the program has shaped their teaching and leadership.

“Being a Deputy Principal is a massive challenge for me but it’s one of the most rewarding jobs I’ve ever had,” said Darcy. “It is a real honour to lead teachers in meaningful work, and most importantly, drive student outcomes and improvement in that space.”

“Teach For Australia brings that hope and optimism that we will and we can make a difference to students’ lives – but also an understanding that change management is complex and it needs to be thought through,” said Jennifer.

We also heard from Katherine High School students Xzander and Mary, who spoke about the difference Teach For Australia teachers have made in their lives.

“Our Alumni are making a real difference – in classrooms, in school leadership, and across the wider education system,” said Teach For Australia CEO Edwina Dohle.

It was a wonderful morning of shared insights, inspiring stories and a strong sense of collective purpose.