In the Hot Seat with Principal Trazel Scott
We spoke with Hennessy Catholic College Principal Trazel 'Twinkle Toes' Scott about her life in and oustide her school community:
Your nickname as a child: Twinkle Toes. My dad called me that until he passed 7 years ago. It was because I was born 12 weeks early and only weighed 2 pounds and 4 ounces (1 kilo) so my toes were really, really tiny and twinkly! According to my dad anyway!
Your favourite food: Lasagne
Favourite activity outside of school: Cycling
Best thing about being a principal: Everything!
Best thing about your school: The Staff and Students! What we have achieved academically and pastorally in terms of student pathways is so massive for a regional community.
A memorable or funny moment at School: The Melbourne cup race day extraordinaire- a truly unique Hennessy function! Staff and students dress up; there are “Horse races” and a real sense of fun on the day.
A proud moment at Hennessy: Standing up at the first opening Mass in 2017 as my first official function as Principal was a proud moment.
What you love about your community: I love that our community is small enough for us to operate like a family. We know every child, and teachers go the extra step to help students whenever they can. Rural and regional areas really demonstrate the power of community and this is a true gift.
An embarrassing moment: My most embarrassing moment ever (Not at Hennessy) was accidentally saying “ breast” instead of “Blessed” in front of 700 parents and students at a Year 12 graduation Mass.
