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Ms Zoe Ganim Ms Zoe Ganim is one of our School Psychologists. When she was in her early teens her father died. She did not see the school psychologist at the time but wishes that she had. This insight sparked her curiosity and passion for working with children and adolescents, to overcome obstacles and grow, succeed, and live the life they wish. Zoe is an endorsed Educational and Developmental Psychologist and has 17 years of experience working predominantly in schools and private practice. She was a co-founder of Psych4Schools, an online resource for school staff, where she coauthored over 100 articles, e-books and presentations to assist school staff to support students. Zoe is also a Psychology Board approved supervisor of registered and training psychologists. Her role is more than counselling students. ‘I love that no two days are ever the same.’ Each day brings new issues, experiences, connections,
Mr Anthony Hay Mr Anthony Hay is new to the St Michael’s community and joined the School as Head of Sarum House (Years 10-12) at the beginning of 2022, after 11 years at Yarra Valley Grammar, following two years at Parade College. He has extensive experience in pastoral leadership and is enjoying working closely with the Heads of House team, Directors and Sarum community at St Michael’s. Teaching is something Anthony has always been drawn to, having had inspiring teachers throughout his time as a student. He loves teaching Legal Studies but also has a passion for literature which he studied in his undergraduate degree at Monash University. He was attracted to the
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opportunity of working at St Michael’s because of the School’s reputation for educating the whole child. Anthony firmly believes that through diversity and opportunity in education, every student will be afforded the freedom to find their gift, which will lead to personal growth and transformation. When not at school Anthony loves spending time with his young family who keep him very entertained. When he can, he enjoys getting out onto the golf course and supporting his beloved Collingwood Football Club. Anthony was grateful that the lockdowns of the past two years enabled him to practice piano once again and hone his cooking craft.
and learnings. She supports students through counselling, works collaboratively with staff and families, runs group and parenting programs, provides information, and consults with external professionals on wellbeing curriculum, school policies and programs. She feels very privileged to be able to connect with, and work alongside, students, staff and their families to help students thrive. When she first began working at St Michael’s she was struck by the care and support the staff had for their students, and the culture of inclusivity, acceptance and creativity. It is this school culture and the relationships she has formed while working here that keep her excited to come to work each day. When she is not at work, Zoe enjoys going on adventures with her family, being with friends, reading, watching a great series or movie and loves food and art. She lives near a big park with her three kids and husband.
