Our principal and staff
Our school team is committed to every student’s learning, wellbeing and sense of belonging. We work together to create a supportive and inclusive school where every child is set up for success.
Principal's message
“ Welcome to Gorokan High School, a vibrant and energetic school community with a focus on igniting the potential within each student.
As principal, I work to ensure that every student belongs, and that from many stories we are one community.
Our students benefit from broad and innovative curriculum options through our selective, mainstream and supported classes, with a focus on understanding and achieving the aspirations of our students and their families.
Strong partnerships across our community ensure a high value is placed on understanding our students holistically, with outstanding opportunities to develop cultural identity, learn from elite athletes, refine leadership attributes and perform with industry standard sound and lighting equipment.
With our core values of respect, responsibility and personal best underpinning our daily actions, we support our students to accept accountability for making the most of the opportunities they are provided with. By combining our students’ aspiration with a strong sense of personal wellbeing, we know our students will thrive as they step into life beyond school.
I warmly invite you to connect and discover how your child’s educational experience can be enhanced at Gorokan High School.”
Matthew Boake
Principal, Gorokan High School
Our school leaders
Our school leaders, including our principal, guide teachers and students. They help create a school culture where every child is supported to grow and thrive.
Principal
Deputy Principal Years 7 and 11
Deputy Principal Years 8 and 10 (Rel.)
Deputy Principal Years 9 and 12 (Rel.)
Deputy Principal Inclusion and Support
Our teaching staff
Your child’s school experience is shaped by the people around them. Our teachers bring experience, care and a passion for learning to every lesson. With a focus on success, they help every child reach their full potential.
| FACULTY | |
| Aboriginal Education | Lesley Armstrong |
| Administration | Matthew Pascoe |
| Careers Adviser | Amy Arevalo (Rel.) |
| CORE | David Moore |
| Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA) | Julia Harvey-Trappel |
| English | Luke McCullough |
| Human Society and Its Environment (HSIE) | Stephen Carey |
| Inclusive Education | Rebecca Turner |
| Mathematics | Justin Turner (Rel.) |
| Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE) | Lisa Ricketts Luke Sharpe |
| Science | Frank Mesina |
| Sports Organisers | Olivia Glanville |
| Student Growth | Tia le Clercq |
| Teaching and Learning | Sami McGree Holly Buchanan |
| Technical and Applied Sciences (TAS) | Mr Ben Drelincourt |
| Vocational Education and Traini n g (VET) | Jess MacKinnon (Rel.) |
| Wellbeing | Kim McLean |
Our teachers make the difference
Committed to your child’s success
Our teachers ensure every student can thrive. They use proven ways to teach and tailor learning support for their students
Expert, connected and accredited
Our teachers are part of a strong education network. They may hold advanced accreditation. This ensuring high-quality teaching for your child.
Teachers who never stop learning
Our teachers are lifelong learners. They stay current through regular training and keep improving how they teach students.
Teacher–family partnerships
Our teachers build trust through clear communication. Our families know that their child has support and is ready to learn.
Our Aboriginal education
Our team of Aboriginal Education Officers and teachers ensure that all students have the opportunity to connect to culture and build meaningful relationships with our community.
Our Aboriginal Education Community
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- Aboriginal education officers (AEO)
Lesley Armstong
June Lake
Greg MacDonald
- Identified Student Learning Support Officers
Yasmin Hudson
Jirrah Nelson - Deputy Principal Aboriginal Education
Daniel Jonovski (Rel.)
Wellbeing and support staff
Our wellbeing and support staff guide student wellbeing, learning needs and inclusion. They work with teachers to make personalised adjustments. This means each child can take part fully in school life. We make our school welcoming and accessible to every child.
- Kim McLean
Head Teacher Wellbeing - John Dykes
Student Support Officer - Jayme Fressard
School Social Worker - Heather Bond
School Administration officer
Administrative and operations staff
Our administrative and operations staff keep our school running smoothly. They support students, teachers and families every day. You can find them in our front office.
- Rachael Jackson
Have a question for our principal or teachers?
Our friendly office team can help you get in touch.
Additional learning support
Find out how we support students with disability or additional learning needs.
Stories and highlights
Hear about stories, wins and proud moments from our staff and students.