VET teachers and students from Maitland-Newcastle Catholic Schools have taken out the first and runner up prizes in the Youth Express VET Awards held in Maitland.
The awards recognise individuals who demonstrate excellence in teaching or learning and a passion for vocational education as a springboard to further training and employment.
In each category, there were a large number of nominees representing schools from all education sectors. We had three finalists in the student category:
- Bethany Sanson – All Saints’ College Maitland, VET Business Services, Retail, Hospitality
- Amelia Sternbeck – St Catherine’s Catholic College Singleton, VET Primary Industries
- Neave Fogarty – St Joseph’s College Lochinvar, VET Entertainment Industry
Congratulations to Amelia (winner) and Neave (runner up).
In the teaching category, congratulations to
- Michelle Kinkade – VET Leader of Learning All Saints’ College Maitland, VET Hospitality teacher – Winner
- Louiza Mavros – VET Leader of Learning Catherine McAuley Catholic College Medowie, VET Entertainment teacher – runner up
We are so fortunate to have these two excellent, experienced and dedicated VET teachers in our schools inspiring their students.
