Email: Amanda.Reese863@schools.sa.edu.au 

My name is Amanda Reese and I am the Arts Leader at Whyalla Secondary College. I originally moved to Whyalla to begin my teaching career as a graduate teacher. I have raised my family here and I have now lived in Whyalla for the majority of my life. I have been teaching in Whyalla for 28 years. I am passionate about making relevant connections to learning – inside and outside the school environment. This year for Semester 1, I am teaching Year 8, 9 and 10 Visual Arts and working with a group of Year 11 students for Mentoring.

Email: Anthony.Broekx90@schools.sa.edu.au

Hi, my name is Anthony Broekx and I am teaching year 10 Science and maths as well as Science in Spencer Gulf (year 9 & 10). I love fishing, sport and the gym in my spare time. Originally from Port Pirie, I have decided to make Whyalla my home because of my desire to return to the country after 20 years living in Adelaide. As a new teacher I am excited about the future and the prospect of providing inspiration to the future generations of this great country/state/town

Email: Aliistair.Gardiner87@schools.sa.edu.au 

Hello families. This is my sixth year teaching in Whyalla and my eleventh year as a teacher. In 2024 I am primarily teaching woodwork in years 7, 8 and the flexible program at TAFE. Outside of school, I play squash and am a volunteer firefighter with Middleback Country Fire Service.

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: Christopher.Cordingley426@schools.sa.edu.au 

Hi, my name is Chris Cordingley and this will be my fifth year of teaching Maths and Science. I am passionate about the environment, science and playing sports (mainly volleyball); and can’t walk past a good coffee. I will always try to contextualise learning and make it hands-on, as this is more fun for both me and my students, and I look forward to working with the AHEAD and year 9 cohorts this year!

Email: Sai.Laguduvanathmaraman942@schools.sa.edu.au 

I am Sai and I will be teaching Year 7 Universal Reasoning – Science and Mathematics. I am also mentoring Year 12 students for 2024. I moved from Adelaide last year and I am loving to be part of the Whyalla community and the pristine environment. As far as my qualifications are concerned, I have completed my post graduation in Science with a bachelor of Education degree. I have worked in various capacities in Australia and overseas. I value education and extra-curricular activities which moulds an individual’s character and enhances skills and abilities. As a child, I participated in every opportunity my school provided, be it Air Cadet or Scout and Guide, to name a few. The challenges I overcame while trying to reach greater heights made me a resilient person. With a spirit of ‘nothing is impossible’, I execute each day’s tasks. It is an opportunity for me to inculcate these qualities and values in students. I acknowledge the specialities of each student and looking forward to collaborating with families to aid children to reach the expected outcome.

Email: shannon.upton599@schools.sa.edu.au
Hello, my name is Shannon Upton. I am currently undertaking a Special Authority to Teach (SAT) position at Whyalla Secondary College. As a SAT Teacher from midway through Term 2 I have thoroughly enjoyed my time so far Whyalla Secondary College. I have recently moved up from Adelaide and love life in Whyalla, it is a great place to live and be apart of. With a large passion for science I have been trained in Chemistry and Biology and teach Universal Reasoning. Teaching Science and Maths is something I love to do and my habit to often talk about/state science facts can come as a slightly annoying habit to friends and family. Away from Science and Maths I love to surf, fish and camp; recently exploring the west of the Eyre Peninsula has solidified my enjoyment for this wonderful area and all the excitement it has to offer

Email: Tunya.Greenhalgh3@schools.sa.edu.au 

Hello Everyone. I am the Year 11 leader for 2024 and will also be teaching Universal Reasoning. This is my second year at Whyalla Secondary College. Previously, I have been in a variety of schools in Adelaide and have taught in many different primary and high school settings. This year I am looking forward to working collaboratively with Rebecca Ramm (Year 11/12 Assistant Principal) and Mel Kober (Senior Leader Student Pathways). I am also, looking forward to working with all the staff, families and communities at Whyalla Secondary College in 2024. My favourite things to do is reading a good novel, researching, driving, exploring and recently looking at my family history, as my Mum was born here.

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Email: Pete.Beer178@schools.sa.edu.au 

Besides completing a Bachelor of Visual Arts degree in Adelaide and Diploma of Secondary Education I have been a lifelong resident of Whyalla. My 27 years of experience as a senior Visual Arts educator has allowed me to extend my skills and share my passion for the fine arts with countless students. I particularly enjoy exploring and creating various forms of art including printmaking, pottery and drawing. Other passions of mine include gardening, especially native plants, vintage motorbikes and exploring the outdoors. This year I will be teaching a range of Art and Future Technologies subjects’ years 7, 8, 11 and 12. 

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