Gunnedah High School teacher, Trish Saunders, was recently recognised at a ceremony at the State Library of NSW, where she was awarded National Certification as a Highly Accomplished Teacher (HAT) — one of the highest levels of teacher accreditation.
Trish, the school’s Technological and Applied Sciences (TAS) head teacher, has been acknowledged for her exemplary teaching practice at the highest levels of the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.
This significant achievement highlighted her expertise as an experienced, highly effective, and skilled classroom practitioner.
Reflecting on her achievement, Trish said: “I’m proud to have achieved accreditation as a Highly Accomplished Teacher (HAT). This is not just a personal milestone — it is an opportunity to contribute more broadly to our school’s culture of professional growth and student success. I look forward to continuing this journey with our talented staff and wonderful students.”
Staff and students at Gunnedah High said they were fortunate to have such an asset and role model in the classrooms, learning environments, and school community.
