“Collaboration, teamwork, communication, critical thinking—these are the skills that industry wants and society needs,” says Bartell. “We’re investing in ways to develop them not just in senior years but from the earliest age. It’s about preparing our students for jobs that might not even exist yet.” Inside classrooms, technology remains a vital tool— but it’s framed as a means, not an end.“I tell our staff that a laptop is like a pen,” Bartell says. “It’s a tool for learning, not the learning itself.” A COMMUNITY OF PURPOSE AND PASSION JSR’s success is deeply rooted in the passion of its people. With around 240 staff, the school attracts educators who are aligned with its mission of Christian service and opportunity for all. Many families at JSR come from diverse cultural backgrounds, and parents often work multiple jobs to provide their children with a faith-based education. That sacrifice fuels a shared sense of purpose. “Our parents are incredibly aspirational,” says Bartell. “They want their children to have every opportunity— and our staff buy into that wholeheartedly. We often say we deliver an ‘Emirates experience at a Jetstar price.’ Every dollar counts, and every member of staff understands how their work directly changes lives.” This culture of dedication isn’t theoretical—it’s tangible. When a long-serving teacher recently retired after more than 25 years, he described the school this way: “JSR may not be the best school, but you could waste a lifetime trying to find a better one.” “That’s the essence of who we are,” Bartell smiles. “People don’t just work here—they belong here.” INFRASTRUCTURE THAT BUILDS IDENTITY In 2023, JSR completed a major chapter of its master plan, consolidating its operations into a single, cohesive campus and delivering two new landmark facilities which include The Michelle Bolt Early Learning Centre, designed for three- and four-year53 BUSINESS VIEW OCEANIA VOLUME 07, ISSUE 11 JOHN SEPTIMUS ROE ANGLICAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL
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