THE GR AMMAR REPORT
Amanda Johnson Manager of Academic Planning and Mathematics teacher in the Senior School
Q and A As a teacher, what drives you each day? I am very lucky to be able to do what I love. Contributing to the lives of the young women of our future drives me each day. Walking into the classroom is exciting and every day is different. I definitely know how fortunate I am to be able to teach such remarkable young women. I am surrounded by inspiring colleagues that create an enjoyable working environment. Coming to work each day is an absolute pleasure.
Mathematics can be polarising, people seem to love it or hate it. What strategies do you use to help students embrace maths?
processes, policies and practices for our students. I provide analysis and evidence to inform the strategic direction and provision of academic care.
I try to make my classroom fun and engaging for all students. Building confidence is vital in Mathematics.
What do you see as the greatest challenge facing the current generation of students?
What does the Manager of Academic Planning do and how does it support student outcomes?
Uncertainty surrounding what jobs will exist and the evolving technology; the need to be adaptive learners as the world changes. Navigating social media is also a challenge.
In my role as Manager of Academic Planning I use educational data to inform
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