Email: ​Bethany.Hodgkinson557@schools.sa.edu.au 

My name is Bethany Hodgkinson, I currently teach Food Technology and Child Studies across various years in the school. This year will mark the 9th year of my teaching journey and 5th year teaching in Whyalla. Cooking and baking in particular are a favourite hobby of mine; I love trying out new recipes and sharing food with others to find out their opinions and see their reactions. This year I am returning to work after taking the majority of last year off for maternity leave to welcome my beautiful baby girl Lila into the world. I’m excited to get back into work, seeing familiar faces, teaching students about food and the life skill that it is and now, share my firsthand knowledge of babies with my child studies class.

Email: Blake.Turnerwiebreck539@schools.sa.edu.au 

Hi my name is Blake Turner-Wiebreck, I teach Physical Education and Wood Tech at the college. This year I will be teaching within the year 10 and 11/12 communities. I was born and raised in the Adelaide hills before I made my journey to teaching in Whyalla in 2014. I have four beautiful children, all of which are boys. My passions include sports, camping, fishing and spending quality time with my family. I am really excited to see what 2024 brings to the college.

Email: Cameron.Rogers187@schools.sa.edu.au 

Hi, my name is Cameron Rogers, and I have the privilege of working for a second year with the students undertaking the Industry Pathway Program in years 11 and 12 for the ACEE program. This year, I’ll be supporting students through their learning in the subject of Rec HPE, Workplace Practices, Research Project and Mentoring. I’ve been working in Whyalla for the past decade, and I am looking forward to working with this year’s group of future tradespeople and seeing my year 12s complete their SACE journey.

Email: Harry.Philp447@schools.sa.edu.au 

Hi, my name is Harry Philp. In 2024 I will be teaching health and PE in year 7, 8, 9, and 11. My passions include music, playing and watching sport. My free time generally includes hiking and just enjoying the great outdoors. This is my third-year teaching in Whyalla, and in my time here I have taught among various subject areas and am always eager to provide my knowledge to students, as well as learn new things they can teach me.

Email: Jacob.Ellidge662@schools.sa.edu.au 

I am the leader of the Whyalla SAASTA program and have a passion for educating others on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and history. I also teach Senior Aboriginal Studies and Recreational HPE. In 2024 I am most excited about working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to learn about culture and history, and see these students grow into young leaders. Outside of school I love spending time with my fiancé Kelsey and my daughter Marley. We love going to the beach and camping. I also love everything sport and have a passion for football, cricket, golf, surfing and motor racing. I look forward to working with all students to see them achieve their goals. 

Email: Lachlan.Combes262@schools.sa.edu.au 

Hello, my name is Lachlan Combes, and I am the Year 9 Coordinator once again in 2024. I am excited to see what the Year 9 students can achieve this year as they look to transition through middle school. This year I will teach a variety of subjects within year 9 as well as in the Body and Mind faculty teaching Stage 1 and 2 Outdoor Education. Outside of school I love playing and watching sport, particularly football and golf, as well as running around with my two dogs. I look forward to working to get the best out of our students and inspiring them to reach their goals.

Email: James.Fox730@schools.sa.edu.au 

I am the leader of Body and Mind at Whyalla Secondary College in 2024. I teach in a range of subjects including Year 8 Body and Mind, Year 9 Rec PE, Year 10 Rec PE, Year 11 and 12 Health Science and ACEE Mathematics and English. I have a strong interest in sport and health, most notably in running which is a big passion of mine. I run with the Whyalla Harriers and also compete across Australia for a range of running distances. I have worked in Whyalla over the past five years and thoroughly enjoy working at WSC. I am excited to see what the students can achieve in 2024.