Meet Trinity College principal Nick Hately
The opening this month of Trinity College’s new innovation and creativity centre points to much of what principal Nick Hately values in education. He shares his vision for the Evanston South school.
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Nick Hately, principal at Evanston South’s Trinity College, discusses his career in education and how social media has changed the job.
What made you decide to work in education?
I really enjoyed being part of teams, and liked coaching and working with students. While I enjoyed being a teacher from the day I started, the longer I have done it, I have appreciated it even more. School is such a significant part of everyone’s journey. If you can be part of a place where that experience is positive, it is really rewarding. I believe all schools should be inspiring, optimistic places, and should keep striving to be so. Working collaboratively with staff and the college Board is fulfilling.
What’s been your proudest moment as an educator?
Being appointed as a principal was a proud moment but I do enjoy any time I can work closely with teams of people to implement positive change. Shaping a community, listening to students, and working with staff and parents is incredibly rewarding. Seeing students flourish in a host of ways – and being a small part of that – does make you proud.
And the most challenging moment?
The most challenging moments are when things go wrong. In the age of social media this can occur in a very public way. People are a school’s greatest asset but when they do something they shouldn’t it usually creates challenges for me.
What’s in your lunch box?
Cold rolls.
What was your top subject at school?
Biology was my best subject and I went on to be a biology teacher.
And your worst?
Maths was probably my worst but I encourage students to stick with maths because it is often important when you leave school.
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If you could give students one piece of advice, what would it be?
Find what you are passionate about and really embrace that.
What is your go-to soundtrack?
Red Hot Chili Peppers are my go-to band.
What was your favourite book as a teenager?
Jonathan Livingston Seagull.
What diary date have you marked as a highlight for the 2020 school year?
February 27, the opening of the new Trinity Innovation and Creativity School.