Australian Primary Principals Day

Australian Primary Principals Day – Friday, 2 August 2024.

 

The Australian Primary Principals Association is proud to promote Australian Primary Principals Day, together with our affiliated state / territory Primary Principals Associations across all sectors.

This year, Australian Primary Principals Day is being celebrated on Friday, 2 August 2024. 

This event gives school communities, education stakeholders and the community at large, opportunity to celebrate our nation’s primary principals. We’re  delighted to have opportunity to acknowledge them, and share our appreciation for the incredibly valuable work they do every day.

This work changes lives!

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• Watch a video message of support from Minister Clare here.  In this heartfelt video message Federal Education Minister, Jason Clare, states that principals are the heartbeat of their schools and create the environment where children don’t just learn, they thrive.

• Read a message for our principals here from Hon. Di Farmer MP, QLD Minister for Education and Minister for Youth Justice.
• Watch a video message here from Hon. Jo Palmer MLC, Tasmanian Minister for Education.

Download a copy (pdf) here.

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Read what primary principals from around the country love about their job and the work they do …

 

 

Steve Coventry (TAS)              

Working towards a shared purpose / common goals: supporting each student & creating opportunities so they can thrive

I love connecting with students, sharing their passion for learning & curiosity

Schools can be positive, energising & inspiring. As leaders and teachers, helping create these conditions is satisfying

 

Peter Cutrona (WA)      

The joyful times, the dress up & fun times when kids enjoy the activity or event

 

Andrew Dalgleish (VIC)     

The joy on the faces of students as they demonstrate & share their pride in their achievements

 

Robyn Evans (NSW)       

The privilege of working alongside & with school principals is the pinnacle. Collectively we work to support, empower, advocate & lead schools – staff, community & students are at the heart.

 

Michael Gray (VIC)    

The beauty of young people’s wonder & awe at their world – and their loving of sharing their life

 

Debbie Hansen  (QLD)   

Any opportunity to celebrate with students. e.g. Book Week dress up day.

 

Chris Jones (ACT)       

I make a difference to students and parents, especially the most vulnerable and disadvantaged.

Whilst I often feel like I’m failing, I sleep soundly at night knowing I’ve contributed to the community and am making the world a better place.

 

Tonia Lassman (QLD)  

Small amounts of success for our little humans, to fill hearts with joy & enjoy a busy component of a successful community

 

Martin Lubrano (NSW)        

Connecting with students to encourage their growth, development & engagement in school

Letting my inner child shine through as I build connection to learning

 

Pat Murphy (QLD)      

Seeing students loving learning and enjoying school giving their best

 

Brad Nelsen (VIC)    

Providing opportunities for staff and students to have fun in their work and learning experiences

Visiting classes regularly / Going on camps / being on yard duty

 

Tobias O’Connor (SA)     

Connecting with primary leaders. The endless passion, determination and strong moral purpose is so energising. Our students and school communities are in good hands.

 

Annette Quirk (WA)     

Seeing the “aha” moments of students

Hearing staff being so passionate about student achievements

Seeing community ‘alive’ at events

 

Sally Ruston (NSW)          

Finding innovative ways of bringing joy to learning to enhance student engagement.

e.g. Colour Run with staff showering girls with colour powder as students navigated a fun obstacle course.

 

Phil Schultz (SA)     

I love seeing kids succeed in all the ways one can

I love seeing staff innovate, grow, adapt, go the extra mile to create the best possible opportunities for their kids

 

Paula Sellars (NT)      

Being witness to the growth & learning of our children.

Having the capacity to nurture & build positive relationships with our children.

 

Niel Smith (WA)         

Engaging with the school community in a way that they see school can be both serious, but fun.

It is motivating to see the whole community come together to improve student learning whilst also being prepared to laugh at themselves, dress up, act silly & provide students with life long memories.

 

Roycelyn Wilden (QLD)          

The joy filled celebrations with students on dress up occasions. They truly show joy.

 

Chris Wyatt (NSW)        

I love visiting our Pre-K learning space & being greeted with such joy.

I love the chance to work with parents, partnering with them in the child’s education.

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