About
Brigidine

Shane Hogan has worked in Catholic education for more than 35 years. He is a highly experienced Principal and brings a wealth of educational and leadership experience to Brigidine College.

Mr Hogan is a natural and engaged leader who is passionate about the education of the whole person – the head, heart and hands through the soul. He believes the education of the whole person is achieved by providing students with the opportunity to experience learning activities that both challenge and allow them to discover their true God-given potential. Through reflection on these activities, students can be moved to action that has the potential to bring about change within them and ultimately change in society and in the world.

The role of teachers in the education of the whole person is critical. For students to achieve their potential, they must have a genuine relationship of trust and honesty with their teachers who should always provide excellent academic, pastoral and cocurricular support and be role models in word and action of a Christian life.

Central to Mr Hogan’s educational philosophy is a genuine commitment to the wellbeing of all students and staff. He believes that schools must be places that not only challenge students academically but must also be places where students can excel in their cultural and sporting aspirations, and feel safe, comfortable, cared for and accepted. Students need to be happy to learn so the school environment must be one that focuses on the welfare and happiness of its students. For students to enjoy school, it is important for staff to also feel appreciated valued.

As the Deputy Principal Teaching and Learning, Leone is a well-qualified and dynamic educational leader, who provides innovative leadership, vision and direction for teaching and learning at the College. Leone is passionate and knowledgeable about girls’ education, with a refined understanding of contemporary, evidence-based teaching and learning practice. She has a proven record of strategic leadership at the senior level of the College.

Leone has a lengthy resume of qualifications with a Masters in Business (Industrial Relations), Graduate Diploma in Education, Graduate Certificates in Theology, IT and ICT Education, Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment and a Diploma in Business Administration. More recently Leone completed the AIS Flagship Leadership Program. Leone delivers over 30 years of educational and business expertise to the College.

Leone enjoys teaching across a wide range of subject areas and helping students realise that their future is in their own hands and that anything is possible. Her goal is to ensure that teachers’ professional practice at the College meets the highest possible standards.

Brian is the Deputy Principal at the College who leads the community in faith and wellbeing. His role encompasses the religious dimensions of this catholic community as well as the wellbeing and pastoral care of all staff and students. Having been part of the Leadership team at three Catholic schools, Brian has worked in girls’ education for nearly 30 years. During this time, he has led many students and staff in various immersions, retreats and camp experiences both in Australia and overseas.

With a Masters in Arts (Theology), Graduate Diploma in Ministry, Bachelor of Education and Diploma of Teaching Brian is passionate about enabling our students to develop a sense of purpose in life and to live full and rewarding lives as young women. Brian finds reward in creating an inclusive and supportive community where girls flourish, achieve their personal best and enabling them to leave Brigidine with a capacity and desire to make a difference in the world through their leadership, confidence and compassion for others.

Ed Codsi is new to Brigidine College in 2023, coming to the College with a long history of experience in the Independent Schooling sector and most recently at St Pius X College, Chatswood.

As the Director of Staff at the College, Ed provides the connection between staff and the Leadership team and decisions of the College. He provides support in professional development, teacher accreditation, quality recruitment, performance improvement, risk and compliance, confidential support to those needing assistance with wellbeing or other issues and manages HR processes.

Ed believes in promoting the wellbeing of staff and students.

Brigidine’s riches lie within its community, which is why community is so highly valued at Brigidine College. Mandy’s role encompasses all aspects of Community Engagement including Enrolments, Marketing, Communications, Publications, Philanthropy, Events, Archives, Alumni and Community Relations. These areas are seen by Mandy and the Leadership team as integral to the strategic direction, ongoing development and sustainability of the College. Mandy is supported by the dynamic Community Relations team to enrich the Brigidine experience for all students, parents and staff.

Mandy has a Bachelor of Economics, is a Justice of the Peace, a member of Educate Plus and has more than 20 years of experience working in education. She is passionate about the importance of her work and keeping everyone connected.

Mandy enjoys and values her interaction with students, parents, staff and alumni to support the Brigidine Community. She sees effective and genuine communication as an important part of the Brigidine experience that nurtures the journey for us all.

Owen Vale commenced as Director Cocurricular in 2021. Owen has a diverse educational background in the Performing Arts (Drama), humanities, sport and pastoral care. He places importance on promoting educational programs and experiences that are authentic, challenging, creative and collaborative.

Owen has a Master of Leadership & Management in Education, Bachelor of Education in Social Science and over 20 years of experience working in education. He has a love for the outdoors with interests in camping, travel, sailing, rugby and cycling. Owen also has a keen interest in coaching – both sport and theatre.

Owen is passionate about project-based learning and creative educational programming. In his own words “I am driven to provide students with experiences that ‘connect’, that become inspiring, relevant, and engaging. For me, it’s as much about what we can do with what we have learned and know, as it is about, what we have learned or may know.”

The newly created Director of Wellbeing role is responsible for overseeing the wellbeing needs of our whole school community, by providing a caring, supportive and vibrant pastoral care program. As a community, Sia Mastro recognises the importance of embedding a targeted program that embraces wellbeing from a contemporary and evidence-based context to ensure that staff and students are capable of flourishing to their optimal best.

Sia has attained a diverse range of qualifications throughout her career. These have included a Master of Education (Leadership and Wellbeing), Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Bachelor of Music Education. All areas of her specialisation and various paths of experience, contribute to promoting a school environment that encourages the development of self-awareness through a myriad of multifaceted opportunities that enhance the social and emotional wellbeing of each student.

Sia is committed to providing a haven of opportunities for students to be empowered, act courageously, build positive relationships through their Mentor, House and class groups whilst, being challenged and inspired to develop their own individual sense of character with ‘strength and gentleness’.

Pamela has over 25 years’ experience as an educator and has worked in a number of schools across a variety of educational settings. She joined Brigidine in 2019 as the HOD of TAS and VET where she led a dynamic and creative team. Pamela teaches a range of TAS subjects including Food Technology, Design and Technology, Textiles and Design along with VET Hospitality. Pamela specialises in Food Technology and has co-authored several textbooks in this subject area.

Pamela’s educational philosophy is to ignite a passion for learning in students so that they become lifelong learners helping them build successful futures no matter what pathways they choose. She likes to encourage students to develop real skills for real life. She is passionate about creating learner centred environments built upon strong respectful relationships between students and their teachers.

Pamela has a Bachelor of Education from Sydney University and completed her Master of Education specialising in Design and Health. Pamela also holds a Graduate Certificate from Sydney University in Design and Technology as well as a Graduate Certificate in Theology from Newcastle University. Pamela is also passionate about vocational education and holds TAFE qualifications in Certificate IV in workplace Training and Assessment, Certificate II Hospitality(operations) and Certificate II in Hospitality Essentials.