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President Update

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Dear Colleagues
As we approach the end of Term 2, I reflect on a significant milestone for the Northern Territory Principals Association (NTPA) - our 40th birthday, celebrated on 23rd May. This event marked not only a celebration of our past but also a reminder of the collective dedication that has shaped education in the Northern Territory over the last four decades.
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The evening was truly unforgettable! We gathered to celebrate the contributions of past members of the NTPA Executive, who shared their reflections on their time as leaders within the association. Thank you to the following members for their invaluable insights:

  • Fred Friis, President 1986 and 1987, Life Member 1997
  • John Cooper, Central Chapter Chair 1992, Secretary 1997 and 1998, President 2003 and 2004, Meritorious Service Award 2008
  • Vicki Stokes, President 1996, Vice President for Secondary 1999 and 2000, Meritorious Service Award 2001, Life Membership 2006
  • Stephen Pelizzo, East Arnhem Chapter Chair 2005 and 2007
  • Pam Erfurt, Vice President Primary 2013 to mid-2014, President 2014 to 2016, Meritorious Service Award 2017, Life Membership 2021
  • Helen Chatto, Palmerston Chapter Chair 2018 to 2020, Life Member 2021
  • Lorraine Evans, Darwin Chapter Chair from 2020 to 2022, Life Membership 2022
  • Thank you to Don Zoellner President 1999- 2000, Marcus Dixon President 2005 and 2006, Denise Wilkowski President 2007-2009, Britany Roestenburg President 2019-2021 and Robyn Thorpe President 2022-2024 for their written contributions.

Reflecting upon the collective journey of these speakers, it was clear that the contributions of our past leaders have laid a strong foundation for education in the Northern Territory. Their vision and dedication have significantly shaped the landscape we see today. The work of the NTPA has been instrumental in providing collegial support, serving as a collective and influential voice, and advocating for school leaders. The pivotal role that principals play in guiding schools towards excellence cannot be overstated.

Ben Kleinig, Big Rivers Chapter Chair, articulated the essence of the event perfectly: “Having heard stories from the 40th birthday celebration, it seems to me that eventually, slowly but surely, progress is made. Often fighting the good fight seems to be not so much about getting an immediate result but about working hard to help the principals, teachers, and students in years to come.”

As we celebrate these achievements, we also look forward to the future. Building on the legacy of our past members, the NTPA is committed to continuing our efforts to support school leaders and advocate for quality education in the Northern Territory. Together, we will work towards creating an even brighter future for our schools.

Thank you to all who have contributed to our journey. Here’s to the next chapter in the NTPA’s story!

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Carolyn

Carolyn Edwards

NTPA President