New Staff Introductions

Andres Basso – Mathematics Teacher

Over the last years, I have worked at multiple schools, the most recent being Holy Spirit College Lakemba. I am Maths and Visual Arts trained with a love of teaching both areas.

My interests outside of school are working in my art studio, competing in marathons and I’m currently working towards my black belt in Karate.

Angela Bowland – Leader of Wellbeing

Teaching adolescents for over 20 years, Angela has experience as a classroom teacher, Year Coordinator, Religious Education Coordinator and Leader of Student Wellbeing.

As a lifelong learner with a passion for learning, Angela has completed a Master of Education in both Religious Education (ACU) and Student Wellbeing (University of Melbourne). Her experience in student wellbeing has been predominantly in an educational setting that is female-focused and academically proficient.

Angela has been on the College Leadership Team in three of the five Catholic schools in Sydney she has worked in. Prior to commencing at MSCW, she was the Director of Student Wellbeing for Learning at St Paul’s Catholic College Manly.

Angela is a lover of live events (comedy, music, theatre, ballet, opera) and an avid gardener who prefers summer over winter so that she can enjoy the outdoors.

Angus Bray – HSIE Teacher

Before joining the HSIE faculty at MSCW, I studied a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Teaching at the Australian Catholic University. I spent last year teaching at De La Salle Revesby and Marist College Penshurst.

I will be teaching 7-10 History and Geography and Year 11 Ancient History, all subjects I have been passionate about since my own high school days.

I am very excited about the year ahead!

Melissa Carson – Instructional Specialist

Melissa has joined the Leadership Team as an Instructional Specialist and is an English teacher.

She has most recently held the position of Director of Teaching and Learning at Champagnat Catholic College Pagewood. Melissa has held leadership positions in Curriculum, Innovation and Pastoral Care over the last 20 years in various Catholic schools in Sydney.

She has several published educational papers and has presented in many educational conferences in Australia and overseas. Outside of school, Melissa is working on her first novel.

Wendy Chappell – Mathematics Teacher

This is my first year at Marist Sisters’ College, teaching Mathematics and as a Tutor for Colin House.

Before joining the college, I studied a Master of Teaching at Sydney University and have worked in the superannuation industry for over 20 years.

When I am not busy organising my partner and three teenage children, you can find me reading a novel or having a coffee with friends at the local café.

Shannon Graham – English Teacher

A little bit about myself: I have been teaching for a very very long time – I have come from St Patrick’s Marist College at Dundas where I was the English Coordinator as well as teaching Years 7 – 12 English. I left my previous position to be able to focus on the classroom – a place I really enjoy. To move from one Marist family to another is pure bliss!

To the parents of the girls I teach – I come to the College with loads of experience. Your daughters are in safe hands. I live locally, I have adult children and a grandson.

To the students in my classes – I am really looking forward to us working together as a team to realise our goals and my objective for 2022 is to facilitate and guide you to strive to achieve your personal best.

Erin Healey – TAS Teacher

I previously worked at Trinity Catholic College, Auburn in the Technological and Applied Studies (TAS) Key Learning Area, specialising in Food Technology and Hospitality.

Ryan Leonard – Science Teacher

I’m incredibly excited to start my high school teaching journey at MSCW. Prior to starting here, I worked in the university sector for seven years as a biologist and educator.

When I’m not teaching science, you can find me bushwalking or spending time with my dog.

Lili Negrine – Visual Arts Teacher

I am so excited to have joined the MSCW community as a new Visual Arts teacher. As a recent graduate of UNSW, I am looking forward to helping the students explore, experiment and create. 

Jeannie Scevity – Leader of Information Networks

Prior to joining MSCW, I had been at Marcellin College Randwick for 18 years. I held the position of Leader of Science for eight years and am an experienced teacher of Chemistry and Biology.

I am looking forward to working with the Marist Sisters’ Community.

Monique Shippen – Music Teacher

I am very excited to be joining the Music Department this year!

I studied a Bachelor of Contemporary Music at Macquarie University and a Master of Teaching (Secondary) at UNSW while performing regular gigs around Sydney. After teaching private singing, keyboard lessons and songwriting workshops for two years, I fell in love with teaching music and the joy it brings students.

From a young age, I started singing, acting, playing the keyboard and guitar and was a member of the St Mary’s Cathedral Choir (Girls) throughout high school. I have been fortunate enough to be involved in a wide range of musical theatre productions and vocal ensembles. After graduating from school, I released my own album, as songwriting is my greatest passion.

I am looking forward to helping students work on their wonderful talents!

Grace Spurr – Colin House Coordinator / PDHPE Teacher

Prior to joining the Marist Sisters College Woolwich community, I taught at Mount Saint Benedict College from 2012 to 2021 in the PDHPE faculty. There I held the position of Head of House – Terracina for seven years.

Being a passionate PDHPE teacher, and developing and facilitating many wellbeing programs across my career, I am excited about my new start at MSCW and look forward to supporting students in my classes and the Colin House to lead healthy and happy lives.

Sandra Armstrong – Teacher Aide

I am a Chartered Accountant and have a background in Insolvency, Small Business and Taxation. I was a Girl Guide leader for many years, and I’m still involved in my local unit.

I love children and I’m looking forward to my new role as a Learning Support Officer in the Learning Enrichment Team.