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Reimagining education Kelly Southworth Editor
This year, Carey welcomed a new Deputy Principal – Learning, Kate Croft. Kate sat down with our Principal, Jonathan Walter, to discuss her professional journey to Carey, her educational philosophies, and what she hopes to achieve in her time here. Jonathan: You’ve been at Carey for a term now. What has been your first impression of our school? Kate: I have been really struck by how close and strong the whole community is. It has been a pleasure attending School events like House Chapel services, Saturday sport, Shrek and other musical performances, and seeing the unconditional support. I’m really proud to be a part of the Carey community. J: What else drew you to Carey? K: One of the things I really appreciate is Carey’s Attributes of a Positive Learner. I know the School has put a lot of work into identifying the skills that are important for learners – reflection, imagination, curiosity, communication, connectedness, collaboration, knowledge, courage and resilience. I think that really defines what Carey is as an organisation. Teaching students these attributes will help to shape them into well-rounded people and lifelong learners, and I’m excited to continue to develop this over my time here. J: You’ve always been in co-education. Why is that important to you? K: I think co-education is really important right now, more than ever. We have to 14 | Torch
‘I think co-education is really important right now, more than ever. We have to learn to understand and respect each other for our differences rather than only our similarities.’
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