It is a privilege to serve as the Principal of St. Richard’s, a school where excellence in education and community spirit go hand in hand. Our dedicated staff and supportive, inclusive community work together to ensure that each student has the opportunity to thrive both academically and personally. My focus is on fostering an environment where all students can reach their full potential, while ensuring that St. Richard’s remains a safe, nurturing, and joyful place to learn.

Beyond school, I cherish spending time with my family—my husband, two daughters, and our dog. I’m an avid traveler and enjoy relaxing walks with my dog and tending to my garden in my spare time.

My name is Angela Corrone and it is my pleasure to be part of the leadership team at St. Richard’s and a member of the warm welcoming school community. 

My passion is learning, for myself, teachers and above all, the students. I enjoy supporting our school staff to enact the Vision for Learning and the Vision for Engagement so that all students in our care can flourish and reach their full potential.  It is an honour to work closely with families to ensure everyone is supported and accessing services or programs they need. It is always rewarding to hear about each child’s success, no matter how large or small. 

Outside of school, I enjoy eating my way around popular gourmet restaurants! When that’s out of reach, I am in my happy place, cooking delicious meals to share with others.I love spending time with my husband, daughter and  Louie exploring new places.

My name is Gerard Bolton and it is an honour to be one of the Deputy Principals at St. Richard’s. Along with this role, I am the Religious Education, Mathematics & Digital Technologies Leader supporting staff and students in developing their knowledge, skills and understandings in these areas. The part I love most about working at St Richard’s is seeing the students become responsible for their learning and develop the skill to become lifelong curious learners. I have a passion for Digital Technologies and incorporating this into students’ learning to support them in becoming further engaged.

In my free time, you can often find me exploring the beautiful country we live in with my family, indulging in my love for golf or enjoying my garden.

School can be a challenging and busy place (even for the parents!), however I am here in the office to help answer your questions.  From school fees, to lost property, to activities being held, the office is full of useful information and resources.  Outside of school I love spending time with my two boys and husband down by the beach.

My name is Sharon. I work in the office and I’m here to support you – our parents, students, teachers and the wider school community.  I carry out a number of administrative and support tasks in relation to the operation of St. Richard’s Primary School.  Outside of school I love spending time with the family and our dog, going to the beach and watching movies.

My name is Debbie Jones and I have the absolute privilege of being the Foundation teacher this year at St Richard’s. I am passionate about creating a nurturing and engaging learning environment where students feel confident, curious and excited to explore new challenges. My goal is to support each child as they build self-confidence and develop a lifelong love of learning.

I value the strong sense of community at St Richard’s and enjoy building meaningful connections with students, families and staff across the school. Watching our youngest learners grow in independence, resilience and enthusiasm throughout the year is one of the most rewarding parts of my role.

Outside of school, I love spending time with my family at our caravan, boating, gardening and catching up with friends.

My name is Vikki Bearman and I am a Year 1/2  teacher at St Richard’s. I am passionate about helping all students to reach their potential. Year 1/2 students have a strong work ethic and a love of learning which is so inspiring. I love their excitement when they know they are improving in their learning outcomes. It is wonderful to develop the students’ self esteem and confidence in themselves.

Outside of school I love to travel and am always excited to visit new countries, experience different cultures as well as feel lucky to live in Australia. I love spending time with my family and friends.

I have been teaching at St. Richard’s School for 29 years and feel very privileged to know most families in the school and to work alongside such caring and conscientious staff members.

I love the staff that we have at our school because we have close relationships and enjoy planning together. Year 1 and 2 are interesting years with students because they are making immense leaps in knowledge and skills. I love seeing student’s independence grow and the gleam they get in their eyes when they finally understand or can do something that has been difficult for them. On the weekends I love walking, eating out with friends and watching movies. I also love guided tours of anywhere.

My name is Rosalie Silvers, I am a 3/4 classroom teacher at St Richard’s Primary School. I am passionate about supporting students to reach their full potential academically while also fostering their wellbeing. I believe that when students feel happy and calm, they are best placed to learn and achieve success.

Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my husband, our three daughters, and our cat. As a family, we particularly enjoy vacations at the beach, where we spend time together building sandcastles and making memories.

I feel privileged to be part of the St Richard’s community and to work alongside such enthusiastic learners and dedicated staff.

My name is Jodie Moore and I am a Year 3/4 teacher. It is an absolute joy and privilege to be part of the St Richard’s community and to work alongside staff who are committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children. I am passionate about nurturing each student’s unique potential and creating a learning environment where curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning can thrive.

As a classroom teacher, I love working with students to build their skills and develop a Growth Mindset. I enjoy watching my students grow in their abilities and confidence to try new things. My favourite subjects to teach are Writing and Art and it is wonderful to be able to combine these areas into a published piece of work. 

When I’m not at school, I look forward to travelling and experiencing new cultures and destinations. A huge passion of mine is photography and I love capturing images on my travels.

I am a 5/6 Teacher and the Literacy leader at St. Richard’s Catholic Primary School Kilsyth. I feel privileged to work with the 5/6 children and support them as they become more independent learners and strive to be strong leaders around the school.

I am passionate about literacy and love helping children develop a love of reading and writing. It brings me so much joy to watch children challenge themselves with their writing and I am always happy to have a chat about books- particularly Harry Potter!

Outside of school, I enjoy travelling and exploring new places. I love the outdoors and going for long hikes with the reward of a beautiful view.

Hi, I’m Nevenka Elvin, and I’m proud to be the Wellbeing Leader and Numeracy Intervention teacher at St.Richard’s.

In my role as Wellbeing Leader, I work alongside staff, students, and families to help create a school environment where every child feels safe, valued, and supported. Together as a team, we are embedding social and emotional learning into our curriculum and encouraging student voice, so that children know their ideas and feelings matter.

As part of Numeracy Intervention, I support students in small groups and one-on-one to strengthen their skills and confidence in maths. I love celebrating the moments when persistence leads to new understanding and seeing the pride students feel in their progress.

Outside of school, I enjoy travelling and keeping active, as exercise is an important part of my own wellbeing. My family means everything to me, and I love watching our boys play sport. In recent years I have even taken up cricket myself, though I’m just as happy spending time in the garden or relaxing with a good book.

I feel very fortunate to be part of such a caring community, working together to support the wellbeing and learning of every child.

My name is Lisa Wright and as a Literacy Intervention teacher, I have the privilege of working with junior school children individually, or in small groups, to develop their literacy skills. I enjoy getting to know these students and supporting them to become more independent readers and writers.

When I am not working I love going away in my caravan, walking/hiking and watching AFL ( particularly the Melbourne Demons!)

My name is Lisa Read. I am the Visual Arts teacher at St Richard’s. I love learning and teaching students about famous artists. I really enjoy supporting students to explore different media, techniques and art forms. Their creativity always exceeds my expectations!

I also teach STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). I am passionate about connecting STEM to everyday life and connecting with other areas of the curriculum to help students make sense of the world they live in. It is wonderful to see students using a growth mindset, challenging their thinking and solving problems through the use of digital technology and the design process.

When I’m not at school I love walking my dog, going to restaurants and cafes with my family. I also love visiting other countries to explore their culture, food and artworks.

My name is Sally Jenkins, and I am the Performing Arts teacher at St. Richard’s. I believe that the Arts are a vital component of a well-rounded education, enriching students’ learning experiences and nurturing their personal growth. Through a holistic approach to teaching, I aim to foster creativity, curiosity, and confidence in every child. I am committed to providing meaningful opportunities for students to explore, express, and develop their talents, while also contributing to the vibrant cultural life of our school community.

My name is Jason Webb and I am so proud to be the Physical Education Specialist teacher at St Richard’s.

I live by the acronym of TEAM as “Together-Everyone-Achieves-More” and this is what PE and Sport is all about. I am passionate about teaching all kinds of sport, helping students achieve their goals, promoting a growth mindset and helping all students to have positive experiences within PE and Sport. I take great pride in assisting students to grow in confidence through taking risks with their learning, working in teams as well as and refining their motor skills and promoting leadership. It is always great to see many students not being afraid of trying a different way to complete a task in various sports being undertaken.

Outside of school, in my free time I enjoy attending any live sporting events, watching movies, enjoying a coffee and eating out at many of Melbourne’s cafes and restaurants. I also enjoy spending time exploring new places with my wife and daughter, as well as seeing my family and friends.

I have the great privilege of working at St. Richards and working with the children in the library, my 3 children all attended St. Richards. I love the Library and love seeing the children coming in, enjoying the books and the wonderful space that we have.

I am so grateful and blessed to be one of the Education Support Staff at St. Richard’s Primary School. Working with children is an incredibly rewarding career and experience. I always love helping and supporting the development of children during their education journey. Watching them grow, reach their goals and potentials makes me inspired in so many ways. I am enjoying working with wonderful staff, lovely parents and amazing students.  

I love spending time with my family and friends when I’m not at school. Travelling, cooking, gardening and walking are just a few of my hobbies.

I have the pleasure to work with amazing, supportive and committed staff at St Richard’s Primary School, where the wellbeing of the students is always the number one priority.

I love that there is always laughter in the classroom and staff room! I enjoy being outdoors, gardening and spending time with my family and friends.

You may have seen me in the gardens at school! I am entrusted with the school gardens and want the grounds to feel warm and welcoming and provide a sense of calm, beauty and joy for our community. I love that the students have helped plant, mulch and water our gardens. The students have learnt about providing food sources for our pollinators and show respect and appreciation for the seasonal changes the garden provides.

My name is Tina Bettiol. I have been part of the Education Support staff team for the past 5 years at St. Richard’s Primary school. It is a privilege to be part of a school that supports their students with learning and personal achievements. I am also passionate in supporting young students to grow and achieve new goals, and seeing students happy, makes me happy.

I have had a long association with St Richard’s starting off as a parent in 2001.  I loved the feel of the school’s close community spirit and in 2006 I joined the staff as School Nurse and Admin Assistant. With a qualification in Childhood Development, I quickly moved into Education Support as well, allowing me to assist families in so many ways.  I just loved it!  During 2023 after further study, I am following my passion assisting in Student Well Being. I love helping and encouraging students through the ups and downs of life/learning and seeing the joy on their faces when they overcome issues and succeed. It’s a privilege to be part of their journey.

My name is Loren Rolls. I love being apart of a team who are dedicated to assisting all children work towards their full potential. Watching a student’s confidence and ability grow is always rewarding. 

Outside of school I enjoy spending time with family and friends.

My name is Rachael Vanderhaar and I am currently studying education at ACU. I have recently started working at St Richard’s and have enjoyed getting to know the students and assisting them in their learning journey. I look forward to further experiences in the future.

My name is Patrice Demetriou, and I have had the privilege of working alongside the dedicated and inspiring team at St Richard’s. With a Bachelor of Psychological Science and a strong passion for child health and wellbeing, I am deeply committed to supporting the growth, wellbeing and development of young learners. My experience as an education support staff member has been incredibly rewarding, and I look forward to continuing to contribute to such a positive and nurturing school community. I feel truly fortunate to be part of such an amazing school environment alongside all the hardworking staff members and bright children.

My name is Grace Scott-Thomas, and I feel very privileged to be part of the St Richard’s staff as an Education Support Staff (ESS). I’m currently in my second year at La Trobe University, studying a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy. I’m deeply passionate about working with children, and I find it incredibly fulfilling to witness their growth and development into wonderful individuals. Outside of work, I enjoy playing netball and exploring new restaurants with friends.

Hi St. Richard’s community! My name is Krystal Meyer and I’m delighted to be a member of the ESS team at our school. I truly enjoy working with children and feel fortunate to be able to support their learning and growth each day. In addition to my work at school, I have a background in performance and children’s entertainment, which inspires me to bring creativity and energy into the classroom. I’m very grateful to be part of such a wonderful community.