Who We Are
Who We Are:
The Science Teachers’ Association of Western Australia, known as STAWA was established in 1946. STAWA is an independent association of Science Educators dedicated to promoting science and science teaching in Western Australia. STAWA has grown to include Pre-service, Primary, Secondary and Tertiary teachers and to be strong financially, owning our own premises in Osborne Park.
Council
President: Greg Moran of Presbyterian Ladies’ College
Vice President: George Przywolnik of the Curriculum Council
Vice President: Sue Doncon of Woodlupine Primary School
Treasurer: Colleen Bakker of BookKeep
Chief Executive Officer: John Clarke of STAWA
Secretary: Lana Salfinger of Presbyterian Ladies’ College
Communication: Mark Lehmann of Padbury SHS
Professional Development: Ross Fuhrmann of the Curriculum Council
CONSTAWA: Jodie Rybicki of Carey Baptist College/Geoff Lewis Mazenod College
Publications: Glenda Leslie of AISWA
Student Activities: Mark Merritt of Marmion Primary School
SCIOS Editor: Rachel Shefield of ECU
Curriculum: Bernie Hunneybun of the Curriculum Council
Primary Science: Geoff Lummis of ECU
STS Convenor: Nigel Stewart of Frederick Irwin AS
Mission and Goals
Provide professional development for teachers of science
Promote equitable access in science education
Promote the importance of science education
Strengthen science and education and industry links
Provide a range of resources to support the teaching of science
Maintain and strengthen the Association's financial independence
Strengthen the membership base of the Association
Promote science teaching as a profession
Maintain an independent voice in representing teachers of science
If you identify with these goals, consider membership of the Association
