Mr Larry Stackpoole
Role: Environmental Science
I am continuing the Science role this year and have taught in New Zealand and the United Kingdom. I will be teaching Science and Sustainability this year to all year groups and look forward to developing the full potential of the students in our fantastic School.
Larry Stackpoole
Email: Larry.Stackpoole@ed.act.edu.au
Mrs Dongmei Yang-Tobler
Role: Mandarin Teacher (LOTE)
Hello everyone, my name is Dongmei Yang-Tobler. Happy Year of the Rabbit! 兔年快乐！[ Tu nian kuai le! ] I am a Mandarin specialist teacher at Mawson Primary School in 2023. I look forward to a great year of learning, fun and growth with the children. This is my 10th year of Mandarin teaching at Mawson. Wishing everyone a happy, healthy and prosperous year in 2023!
Mrs Dongmei Yang-Tobler
Email: dongmei.yang@ed.act.edu.au
Ms Maura Dand
Role: Teacher Librarian
My name is Maura Dand. I began my teaching career in England. On moving to Canberra I obtained a Masters degree in Teacher Librarianship and have worked in several libraries across the public education system. I have a very keen interest in Children’s Literature, and enjoy promoting books to students and staff. As I believe reading for pleasure is very important to help students in their overall academic development, I hope I can increase their interest and engagement in a variety of appealing books.
Maura Dand
Email: maura.dand@ed.act.edu.au
Ms Catherine Thorpe
Role: EAL/D Teacher
I started teaching in 2006 and have enjoyed working with all primary school year levels over my time in education. Other teaching areas I have undertaken as well as classroom teaching include EAL/D, literacy development, science and the environment, music, visual arts and STEM. I love the variety of opportunities children have at school and watching them become so excited about their achievements. Outside of school, I am an avid movie fan and also go to the gym whenever I can make it. My passion though is travelling and experiencing new cultures all around the world.
Catherine Thorpe
Email: catherine.thorpe@ed.act.edu.au
Ms Tatum O'Meara
Role: The Arts
My name is Tatum O'Meara and I have the pleasure of teaching your children The Arts at Mawson Primary School. My teaching philosophy is the belief that every student possesses innate creativity waiting to be unveiled. I am dedicated to fostering an inclusive and nurturing environment where each student can explore their artistic potential, encouraging self-expression and embracing the creative process. I am also eager to launch a series of extracurricular activities and am looking forward to a year filled with colours, shapes, and the boundless possibilities of artistic expression.
Tatum O'Meara
Email: tatum.o'meara@ed.act.edu.au