
LEADERSHIP TEAM
We believe a strong leadership team improves the educational outcomes of our students. Bemin Secondary College's Leadership Team shares a common purpose based on our school's vision and values.
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LEADERSHIP TEAM
We believe a strong leadership team improves the educational outcomes of our students. Bemin Secondary College's Leadership Team shares a common purpose based on our school's vision and values.
Executive Team

Joanne Camozzato
College Principal
Joanne is responsible for leading Bemin Secondary College towards excellence in all facets of education and community engagement. She is instrumental in crafting a supportive and dynamic learning environment, overseeing the school's strategic direction, and ensuring that students are equipped for success beyond their school years.

Sandale Ambegoda
Assistant Principal (Teaching and Learning)
Sandale leads curriculum development, instructional strategies and teacher professional learning. She is dedicated to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and supporting staff in implementing innovative, student-centred teaching practices. Her work promotes collaboration, differentiation, and the use of data to drive academic success, aligning with the College’s Instructional Model and commitment to educational excellence.

Elyshia Sheldon
Assistant Principal (Junior School)
Elyshia plays a key role in supporting the transition of students into secondary school and for the junior years (Years 7-9), laying the foundation for a smooth and successful journey into high school. They ensure a nurturing environment that promotes curiosity and learning, while preparing students for the academic and social aspects of their upcoming secondary school years.

Aaron Dass
Assistant Principal (Senior School)
Aaron focuses on guiding students through the pivotal senior years (Years 10-12), ensuring they achieve academic excellence in the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) and explore diverse pathways for their future. He works closely with staff and students to provide tailored support, advice, and opportunities that align with each student's aspirations and strengths.

Bryce Baumgarten
Assistant Principal (Student Wellbeing and Engagement)
Bryce is dedicated to creating a safe, supportive and inclusive school culture that fosters students' emotional, social, and academic growth. He spearheads programs that promote mental health, foster positive relationships, while developing and implementing strategies to enhance student engagement, promote positive behaviour, and support the holisitic wellbeing of every student.

Anthony Asta
Assistant Principal (College Innovations and Organisation)
Anthony drives innovation and leads organisational systems across the school. Committed to fostering excellence, he oversees strategic projects, integrates contemporary teaching practices, and ensures operational efficiency to support student success. Anthony works collaboratively with staff, students, and the broader community to create an inclusive, forward-thinking environment that empowers learning and continuous improvement.

Nicole Marie
Assistant Principal (English/Literacy)
Nicole leads the English and Literacy programs at Bemin Secondary College, driving initiatives to enhance student outcomes in reading, writing, and communication. She works closely with staff, students, and families to foster a culture of high expectations and support while implementing evidence-based teaching strategies and personalised learning approaches.

Lauren Turner
Assistant Principal (Maths/Numeracy)
Lauren leads the Mathematics and Numeracy programs. She collaborates with teachers to implement innovative, evidence-based practices aligned with the Bemin Secondary College Instructional Model and supports staff through professional learning and emphasising practical applications of mathematics.
2025 Leadership Team
COLLEGE ADMINISTRATION
Business Manager
Samantha Kelly
JUNIOR SCHOOL
Leading Teachers - Junior School
Suzanne Higginbottom, Miranda Orford
Year Level Coordinators
Year 8 - Daniel Ridolfi
SENIOR SCHOOL
Leading Teachers - Senior School
Ignatius Zanetidis, Elly Ho
Leading Teacher - Careers and Pathways
Charmaine De Sousa
Year Level Coordinators
Year 10 - Sabrina Baker, Shadmaan Barkat, Lorenzo Magboo
Year 11 - Matthew Hardinge, Caitlin Montague
Transitions Coordinator
Kiah Judet
STUDENT WELLBEING AND ENGAGEMENT
Leading Teacher - Inclusive Education
Siobhan Noble
Inclusion Aide Coordinator
Julija Blazeski
TEACHING AND LEARNING
Leading Teacher - Building Teacher Capacity
Kate Phillips
Learning Specialists
Jessica D'Lima, Anjana Dwivedi, Claudia Khoury, Danni Ryan, Faatimah Schroeder, Jeevagi Suthananthan
COLLEGE ORGANISATION
Data and Organisation Manager
Shane Edge
Daily Organiser
Amanda Tenney