College Leadership Welcome
Our AIM is to provide the very best education for Palmerston families to give children and youth of Palmerston INFINITE opportunities in our community and GLOBALLY.
As PROUD educational leaders within Palmerston City Schools, we lead as one with students, families and educators. Together our students, our families and our staff build long lasting relationships.
College Leadership Team
It is with great pride that we introduce Palmerston College to you.
Palmerston College is a co-educational, dual campus secondary college located in the vibrant city of Palmerston. As the secondary campuses within Palmerston City Schools, Palmerston College is for young adults where high standards of academic and vocational learning are fostered, and we AIM to motivate, inspire and challenge students to enjoy balanced academic, artistic, cultural, sporting and community service experiences as they cultivate meaningful future pathways in the Territory and GLOBALLY. We expect our students to develop self-discipline and social responsibility within a supportive learning environment with INFINITE opportunities.
The 7 – 9 Campus is focused on ensuring that each student has the prerequisite knowledge and skills for senior schooling. Students gain exposure to a broad range of experiences which positions them to make specialisation decisions in the next phase of their schooling.
The 10 -12 Campus is focused on connecting every student to their preferred post schooling pathway whether it be further education or training or employment. It features comprehensive curriculum pathways that support students to achieve their post-school aspirations whether they are seeking entry into university courses, vocational training courses or employment.
We are proud to celebrate the multicultural and socio-economic diversity of our college community. We proudly stand for learning, caring for one another and discipline based on reciprocal respect and relationships. We are PROUDLY Palmerston.
Our College’s mission is ‘two campuses, one leadership team, one college to create the secondary college of choice in Palmerston.’ I invite you to find out more about our College of choice on our website or come in for a College Tour.
Head of 7-9 Campus, Kristi Beynon
Kristi Beynon is a committed and enthusiastic educational leader whose teaching philosophy is deeply rooted in the principle of equity. She believes that every student deserves the support they need to reach their full potential. Kristi is committed to acknowledging, celebrating, and embracing students’ cultural values and worldviews, ensuring these are central to their identity as learners. She emphasises the importance of positive relationships in achieving high levels of student academic success and works tirelessly to foster a school culture rich in collective teacher efficacy and high expectations. Kristi has held various leadership roles, including Acting Director of Improvement and Assistant Director of School Improvement for the East Arnhem Region. Kristi’s dedication to education is further evidenced by her numerous awards, including the Northern Territory Leader of the Year Award for the Alice Springs Region in 2019.
Kristi’s educational background includes a Bachelor of Physical Education from the Australian College of Physical Education in Sydney and a Leadership for School Improvement Course from QELI in Darwin. She has also completed specialized training in special education needs and trauma-informed positive behaviour support. Through her various roles and continuous professional development, Kristi remains committed to promoting equity, fostering positive relationships, and maintaining high expectations to drive student success.
Head of 10-12 Campus, Annette Pedersen
Ms. Pedersen has dedicated 26 years to the field of education, beginning her career as a Health and Physical Education teacher in Queensland. In 2008, she transitioned to the Northern Territory, where she has held various leadership roles. Since 2013, Ms. Pedersen has served as an Assistant Principal at Katherine High School, Rosebery Middle School, Casuarina Senior College, and Darwin High School. She is committed to fostering student success and actively collaborates with families and carers. Ms. Pedersen is also passionate about with the Palmerston community.
Qualification: Bachelor of Education (Secondary) – Queensland University of Technology. CEM Bio.
Student Leadership Welcome
As College Captains, we are PROUD to welcome students of all abilities and cultural backgrounds to our college. Student voice is represented by College Captains (Year 12), Vice Captains (Year 9), Campus Captains and key groups within our college. We AIM to demonstrate high expectations and we are also leadership mentors within our Palmerston City Schools community. There are INFINITE opportunities to represent the views of student voice at the College, in the Palmerston community, in the education community, at a Territory and state level, as well as GLOBALLY through our international sister schools partnerships.
In establishing Palmerston College we have contributed in a variety of consultation sessions and workshops including:
- what is important for a dual campus from subject, pathways, policies and support programs
- mission and vision development
- designing the logo and uniform and
- we know there are many more opportunities to come.
Parent Leadership
On behalf of our parents and families, we are extremely PROUD to welcome students, parents and families to our College.
Our AIM is to ensure seamless and connected learning pathways and long term relationships from our Palmerston City Schools primary campuses’ into our secondary pathways at Palmerston College.
There are INFINITE opportunities for parent engagement and involvement at the College. We encourage parents and families to participate at the level they would like to and also encourage you to consider joining the Council.
We will be consulting on the Palmerston College Council constitution this year and we look forward to hearing your views.
If you would like more information on how to get involved please email me at palmerston.college@education.nt.gov.au