Teacher Clarissa is a graduate of Hotel and Restaurant Administration from the University of the Philippines. After migrating to Australia in 2003, she has built a successful career in the food industry, accumulating over 20 years of experience. Currently, she plays a vital role in the educational environment by supporting teachers in guiding students’ participation…
Teacher Deo hails from Bangued, Abra, in the Philippines, where he has cultivated a deep passion for education and ancient Filipino writing systems, particularly Baybayin and Kur-itan/Kurditan. His professional background includes teaching at the Divine Word College of Bangued (DWCB) and working with the Department of Education, Schools Division of Abra (DepEd-Abra). Currently, he shares…
Teacher Angie was born and raised in Manila, Philippines. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Education and a Master’s Degree, both from the Philippine Normal University. With over 10 years of teaching experience in the Philippines, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role. In 2020, Angie joined the Filipino Language…
Kotch, originally from Davao, now resides in Bonner, ACT, with her husband Medwin and their four lovely daughters. Known for her hardworking, dedicated, and methodical nature, she is a founding member and current officer of the Filipino Language School of Canberra, established in 2010. Kotch’s professional journey includes her current role with the Department of…
Teacher Sharon hails from Leyte, Philippines, and has an impressive educational background. She earned her Bachelor of Laws from DVOREF in Tacloban City, Leyte, in 2006. Additionally, she holds a Certificate III in Spoken and Written English from Navitas English Pty Ltd. in New South Wales (2013) and a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education…
Teacher Rhodz has an extensive teaching background, having earned her Bachelor in Secondary Education from the University of Iloilo in Iloilo City. With 18 years of teaching experience in the Philippines, she has contributed to various educational institutions, including Leonides S. Virata Memorial School in Rio Tuba, Bataraza, Palawan, Holy Trinity University in Puerto Princesa…
Teacher Myrna is a dedicated and passionate Filipino language teacher with a remarkable legacy of promoting Filipino culture. Since the 1980s, she has been instrumental in founding language schools and has shared her expertise in Canberra’s primary schools. With teaching qualifications from both the Philippines and Australia, Myrna has effectively bridged cultural and educational gaps,…
Teacher Arnel began his journey as a volunteer educator in late 2013, leveraging his expertise as a Filipino linguist and native speaker in his workplace. He actively participated in various school activities and managed the Southside class, a mixed-age group at Erindale (Wanniassa) for several terms in 2015. Following this, he led the school for…