Principal Profile

Name: Matt Ryan

Current School: James Sheahan Catholic High School

Previous Position: Assistant Principal - Domremy College

First Year as a Principal: 2025

My big picture for my current school is: To retain the current welcoming nature and have students realise their academic potential

The Joy of becoming a Principal is: Building relationships with a local community to support students, families and staff. This is a privilege and a joy.

Favourite Book: I enjoy a fast-paced action book to relax - Matthew Reilly’s collection is good for this.

Favourite Food: Indian

Interests / Hobbies: Getting involved in, and watching, my own children in their various sports, fitness, Brumbies and Canberra Raiders, visiting family and friends, travel

My Favourite Well-Being Strategy: A long walk

Advice for an Aspiring Leader: Listen and take on board feedback from people who are good mentors. Being able to

Favourite Leadership Quote: Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other. (John F Kennedy)

What Title would you give to your TED Talk or Book: The power of connections.

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