After 30 years of teaching at Corowa High School, Dianne Howley has set her sights on a well-deserved retirement.
Dianne began her teaching career in 1983 at Arthur Phillip High School in Parramatta. She then taught at Deniliquin High for four years before starting at Corowa High in the English and History faculty.
In her time at Corowa High School, Dianne successfully oversaw the learning of thousands of students, including her own three children.
“I have loved watching many cohorts of students moving through years 7 to 12 and on to lives and directions of their individual choices,” Dianne said.
“Seeing the individual successes and achievements at every level always gave me, and still gives me, much joy and a feeling of gratification to be even minutely involved,” Dianne said.
For Dianne, one of her many career highlights was spending a year in Ontario, Canada on a teacher exchange.
“Our year in Canada was an incredible experience for all members of our family and we each learned so much, being immersed in another culture,” Dianne said.
As the head teacher of english and history, Dianne administered the teaching of senior english at the advanced and extension levels. She was involved in marking the HSC and spent five years as Supervisor of Marking at the Bathurst Marking Centre.
Relieving Head Teacher, Martin Douglas, spoke highly of Dianne’s successes throughout her career.
“Her skills as an English teacher are widely regarded among members of the Border English Teachers Association and the wider fraternity of English teachers across the state,” Mr Douglas said.
Mr Douglas also praised Dianne’s success with her students.
“She has been able to ensure that quality teaching and learning is a priority in the History/English faculty for a number of years, which is evidenced by the impressive results that students have achieved over a long period of time.”
Dr Joanne Bellette, principal of Corowa High School, also praised her Dianne for her service to the school.
“She has been an inspiration and support to many of the students who have graduated from our school,” Dr Bellette said.
“More than just an outstanding teacher, however, Mrs Howley is a consummate professional who has ably led and guided her faculty and become a beloved member of our staff.
“Her wisdom and insights will be greatly missed, and we wish her all the best in her retirement.”