Michelle O'Grady

Acting Aboriginal Liaison K-10, Teacher - Year 3 de Paul 2

Michelle originally trained as an archaeologist in Queensland but started her teaching journey in 2006 in the beautiful Whitsundays after the birth of her second daughter. As part of the Townsville Diocese, Michelle has taken on various teaching roles and responsibilities over the last 10 years. Spanning from Prep to Year 7, she has worn the the hats of both classroom and specialist visual art teacher. Michelle has a passion for reading, history, nature and the creative arts. Seeking a sea change, she has moved to Tasmania to further herself both personally and professionally.

Book every child should read
The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe - C.S. Lewis

Best recent professional learning
Google for Educational Tools - Educator Level 1

Favourite teaching unit
Salvador Dali and the Surrealists - A visual art unit

Teaching motto
The beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you. BB King