Amy Uccello

Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Balcombe Grammar School, excelling in educational leadership and student wellbeing. Proficient in curriculum development and community engagement, I foster inclusive learning environments that enhance student participation. Successfully implemented strategic initiatives and strengthened school-community partnerships, showcasing my commitment to holistic student development.

• Project-Based Learning Committee, Year 7 Journeys in Learning Framework: Developed the Equality vs. Equity Unit, in collaboration with Thom Markham (PBL Global) and Celia Mara (Head of Teaching and Learning).
• Academic Advancement Program, Supported the development and delivery of the Academic Advancement Program for students in VCE Health and Human Development and the Duke of Ed Program. Engaged alumni support within this program, 2022–2023
• Preservice Teacher Mentor, Guided and mentored preservice teachers, particularly in Health and Human Development.
• Duke of Edinburgh Leader, Supported students in their achievements within the Duke of Edinburgh and Compass Awards. Assisted selected student school leaders at Duke of Edinburgh Student Leadership Day.

Date of Birth: 21/11/82

• Mr Warrick Wynne, Former Head of Secondary, Balcombe Grammar School, 0424 673 636
• Ms Melanie Seal, Assistant Principal, Casey Fields Primary School, 5992 9000, Melanie.seal@education.vic.gov.au

• Mentorship: learning the skills and strategies of leadership with mentorship from Warrick Wynne
• Project-Based Learning Committee, Annual First Aid Training, and Staff Professional Development
• Professional partnerships: Professional partnerships with staff from other schools; Linda Morgan (HHD Peninsula Grammar School) and Melanie Seal (Assistant Principal, Casey Fields Primary School).

• Community Programs Leader, Balcombe Grammar School, 01/01/22, 01/01/25, Led strategic initiatives to foster school–community partnerships and student engagement., Coordinated service learning and extracurricular programs that support personal and social capabilities., Reestablished this leadership role in 2025, demonstrating ongoing trust and recognition within the role.
• Student Wellbeing Support Leader (Years 7–9), Balcombe Grammar School, 01/01/21, 01/01/21, Oversaw wellbeing strategies and case management for students across Years 7–9., Developed proactive wellbeing programs and collaborated with pastoral staff and students at risk.
• Head of Year 7, Balcombe Grammar School, 01/01/18, 01/01/19, Collaborated with Primary Leadership and the Head of Faith and Wellbeing to develop a more thorough and effective transition program for students entering Year 7., Led the transition and support programs for Year 7 students., Counselled Year 7 students to best support their academic and personal wellbeing., Facilitated engaging and effective learning experiences across Year 7 subjects and program.

• Basketball
• Beach
• Spending time with family and friends