FRONT OFFICE!

Margaret Smith

Margaret was the original school clerical officer when Edward opened in 1972, working three hours a day. She previously worked as a full time clerical officer in a school of 600 at Woomera (SA) so her expertise was vital in establishing administrative systems. Margaret saw Edward School grow from the very beginning. She recalls the development of programs and traditions such as Aboriginal studies programs, school fete, computer room development, camping and excursion programs, school production and musical performances, great teachers and a very supportive parental body. Margaret retired in 1995. She returned to computerise the library system and became a long time voluntary library assistant.

Barb Larcombe

Barb commenced her employment at Edward in October 1988 as a teachers’ aide undertaking administrative and clerical tasks, and in assisting in Kindergarten classes as well. She progressed to the position of school administration officer (SAO) in 1995 after the retirement of Margaret Smith. Barb was then promoted to the role of school administrative manager (SAM), continuing in that role until her retirement in 2022. In this role Barb was responsible for the management of the vital school financial and