The program accepts a small number of outstanding candidates each year and is an excellent opportunity for new and experienced teachers to accelerate their career to school principalship, with participants being skilled, supported and equipped to lead our schools of the future within 10 years.
More than 200 early career and graduate teachers applied to take part in the exclusive FASTstream program, and more than 120 schools expressed an interested in hosting participants.
State MP for East Hills, Wendy Lindsay said she was thrilled to hear that Alexis Hunter and Alexander Adams will be heading to Picnic Point High School from the start of Term 1 next year.
“East Hills has a lot to offer and I am so pleased that we will be able to welcome these two new teachers to this beautiful part of the world,” Ms Lindsay said.
“We know the importance of great teachers and mentors and this is a program that will see students across NSW benefit.
“I know Picnic Point High School is very excited to have their new teachers arrive along with the beginning of construction to the multi-million dollar upgrade to the school and the students will provide a warm welcome when they join.”
Minister for Education Sarah Mitchell said every participant who has been selected has demonstrated a passion and commitment to public education.
“I’m really excited by the diversity of talent, skills and background of our first group of FASTstreamers,” she said.
The teachers will also receive support from a school-based mentor in each placement providing them with advice and feedback, as well as a program mentor who will guide them through every step of the 10-year FASTstream journey. This includes providing advice on professional development programs and opportunities, leadership coaching and tailored support.
Participants will take part in an induction process in Term 4 this year before beginning placement in their first school in Term 1, 2022.
