Merici College Principal Loretta Wholley has been elected unanimously as President of Catholic Secondary Principals Australia (CaSPA), commencing a two year term in 2019.   

CaSPA is a federation of the principals’ associations, representing Catholic secondary school principals in all Australian States and Territories with the overarching goal of advancing Catholic education particularly in secondary schools.

As President, Loretta will act as Chairperson for meetings, undertake the role of spokesperson as the official representative for the Association and oversee the operation and performance of CaSPA Directors.  

“I’m very honoured and excited to be elected to this vital role,” said Loretta.

“I look forward to representing the voices of Catholic school principals with enthusiasm, passion, integrity and clarity.”

Loretta has been a Director for the national peak body since 2016, a representative for ACT Secondary Catholic School Principals and an active participant of the ACT Principals Executive and wider Catholic Education community.