New principal brings invaluable experience

Masada College

With her warmth, innovative perspectives and fresh ideas, the appointment of Raquel Charet as principal signals the start of a promising new journey for the Masada community.

Allowing for a smooth and seamless transition of responsibilities from the current principal, Mira Hasofer, Mrs Charet will join Masada College on 21st August and officially take the helm on 9th October.

Mrs Charet says leading the college “is an honour and a privilege”. “There is nothing more fulfilling for me than to work with incredible educators in one of the top-ranked schools in the country,” she said.

Mrs Charet is especially excited to be reconnecting with her Jewish heritage. “I’m looking forward to joining such a vibrant and diverse Jewish community. I’m eager to make a positive impact on the lives of students and help them to realise their full potential," she said.

Mrs Charet brings a wealth of experience to the college, which will reap the rewards of her insights and expertise. Collectively, she has spent a decade as school principal at Georges River Grammar and, before that, at Montessori, fostering a positive culture and developing an understanding of the importance of individualised education.

She has an impressive array of qualifications. They include three degrees, a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Jewish Studies, a Master of Teaching (Secondary) and a Master of Science (Coaching Psychology), all from The University of Sydney, as well as an Advanced Diploma in Early Childhood Management.

Always a passionate educator, Mrs Charet has taught all year groups, from Year 1 to Year 12. She believes in encouraging pupils to strive for personal excellence in all disciplines. “Nurturing holistic growth sets the foundation for students’ future success,” she said.

Board co-president Danny Cohen said he was “confident that Mrs Charet will cherish the foundation that has been built over many years, while embracing the essence that makes Masada College unique.

Together with our dedicated staff, devoted families and students, she will elevate the school to even greater heights, expanding our Jewish life offerings and nurturing a culture of thinking and learning.”