English Teacher Semi-Finalist in Secondary Teacher of the Year Award

David Beckwith, Head of English, was recently nominated for the WA Premier's Secondary Teacher of the Year Award by a member of the English staff.

He reached the semi-final stage for this award.

Part of his nomination reads:

"I am impressed with the breadth of knowledge he brings to his role and that he readily shares not just with his colleagues in the English Department, but also with colleagues across the school. At the forefront of David's work is his desire to always do the best for students and for the school. David is constantly striving to find better ways to deliver content that addresses student needs and that help to ensure student success.

In his professional practice David is very supportive of all his staff. He is admired for his teaching prowess, his work with students, his support of staff from other departments and his contribution to school as a member of the Senior Staff teams. David's level-headedness and the respectful and highly professional manner with which he conducts himself are very much admired by all his colleagues. "

The English Department staff are proud to work with such a fantastic Head of Department!

Our congratulations to you, David.