Premier’s University of Sydney Mathematics Scholarship

Congratulations to Mathematics teacher, Jessica Magee, who was awarded the Premier’s University of Sydney Mathematics Scholarship at NSW Parliament House last week.

I am excited to share that I have been awarded the Premier’s University of Sydney Mathematics Scholarship, providing an opportunity to undertake an international study tour focused on an area of mathematics education. 

I am passionate about helping our students see mathematics as more than formulas and procedures. My study will explore how different educational systems teach students to approach unfamiliar problems, think critically, and persevere when there is no obvious solution. I am particularly interested in how these approaches can build girls’ confidence and engagement in mathematics and encourage them to pursue university study in STEM careers.

Throughout April next year, I will be visiting schools, universities and educational organisations in Asia, to observe classrooms, speak with educators and explore different approaches to problem solving.

Receiving this award at NSW Parliament House alongside my Mum, our principal Vivienne Awad, and fellow educators was truly special. I am grateful to represent St Ursula’s College in my professional journey and look forward to sharing these strategies with our Mathematics faculty to support our students.

Jessica Magee
Mathematics Teacher