With nearly 40 years of experience teaching and leading in NSW Department of Education secondary schools, Katherine has made a significant and sustained contribution to public education. Her career includes roles as Head Teacher PDHPE, Head Teacher Teaching and Learning, and Senior Education Officer, where she was part of the leadership team responsible for the statewide rollout of professional learning for the Digital Education Revolution (DER).
For the past decade, Katherine has served as Deputy Principal at Burwood Girls High School, leading the school’s recognised Respectful Relationships Education (RRE) program. Her leadership has shaped a whole‑school approach that embeds respect, inclusion and equity into everyday practice. This work actively engages staff, families and students, positioning Burwood GHS as a system advocate and case‑study school for RRE. Through this sustained focus, the school community experiences a culture where safety, trust and positive relationships are intentionally cultivated and consistently reinforced.