Achieving Excellence
Megan Robinson, a classroom teacher at St James' Primary School, Banora Point, has achieved national certification as a Highly Accomplished Lead Teacher (HALT).
Congratulations to Megan Robinson, a classroom teacher at St James' Primary School, Banora Point, for achieving national certification as a Highly Accomplished Lead Teacher (HALT), as outlined by the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.
The HALT accreditation process not only recognises Megan's expertise but also provides a platform for experienced educators like her to delve deeper into the Standards, refine their teaching methods, and contribute to the enhancement of teaching practices across the educational landscape.
‘HALT accreditation is a career milestone for any teacher or leader who has been able to provide concrete evidence of the way in which their collaboration with colleagues has improved both teaching and student outcomes over time,’ said Leisa Fisher Lead, Teacher Accreditation
Principal Nic McTaggart offered his heartfelt congratulations to Megan on achieving HALT accreditation noting, ‘Your dedication to continuous learning and professional development is truly admirable, and your hard work and perseverance serve as an inspiration to all of us. I have no doubt that your newly acquired accreditation will further elevate the quality of education you provide and make a lasting impact on the lives of those you teach and our wider school community.’
‘It has been an honour to walk alongside Megan as she works collaboratively to impact colleagues and, ultimately, the outcomes of our students. The reflective practices witnessed through the HALT accreditation process highlight Megan’s dedication to providing best practices for our students and sharing this learning with colleagues through our co-teaching practices, PLTs, and collaborative conversations. I look forward to the continued impact Megan brings to our staff, students, and school community,’ said Leader of Pedagogy Jacqui Malone.
In her own reflection, Megan shared her motivation behind pursuing HALT accreditation, 'I pursued HALT accreditation after two decades of teaching, seeking a new challenge while maintaining my role as a classroom teacher. Many avenues for career advancement seemed to pull teachers away from the classroom, which contradicted my passion. Working alongside students and collaborating with fellow educators to enhance learning outcomes has always been the highlight of my teaching journey. HALT accreditation offers an invaluable opportunity for classroom teachers to engage in continuous self-reflection and collaborative growth, enabling us to refine our practices and enhance our impact on students. This journey of improvement is far from over for me, and I eagerly anticipate continued learning alongside my students and colleagues in the years ahead.'
The Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools is committed to increasing the number of HALT-accredited teachers within its system, aligning with the national target of 10,000 HALT teachers by 2025 as part of the National Teacher Workforce Strategy.
