A culture of community

A culture of community

by | Aug 12, 2026 | Staff

For Kevin Van Twest, one of the things that makes his role as a classroom teacher at Emerson School so rewarding is the attitudinal change in his students over the course of each year, particularly for those who have come into Emerson from a mainstream school and may...
From Principal Dancer to the classroom

From Principal Dancer to the classroom

by | Aug 6, 2026 | Staff

Campbell McKenzie was something of a “late starter” to teaching, graduating from university and commencing as a teacher at Emerson School in 2024 after an amazing career as a professional ballet dancer. Campbell’s career in dance spans three countries and many...
Past student Judith K: many favourite memories

Past student Judith K: many favourite memories

by | Aug 5, 2026 | Past Students

Judith K attended Emerson School for seven years from the age of 11, commencing in 1983 and finishing in 1989. Her favourite memories include the yearly music festivals at Monash University Clayton campus, a collaborative event that included Emerson as well as other...
Finding self-confidence as an educator

Finding self-confidence as an educator

by | Aug 5, 2026 | Staff

With qualifications and a background in finance and accounting, Sandamini Munasinghe didn’t come to education support work at Emerson with the inbuilt knowledge that she had found her path in life. Instead, at the time she felt uncertain and confused, questioning her...