21 May 2018
Forbes High School is excited to introduce our new Principal Ms Safija Bristina. With a wealth of experience and expertise Ms Bristina is a welcomed addition to the team at Forbes High School.
Ms Bristina commenced her teaching career as a mathematics teacher at Campbelltown Performing Art HS in the mid 90's and has continued with the Department of Education working in metropolitan, rural and remote schools including Kogarah High School, Sydney Secondary College Leichhardt Campus, Balmain Campus and Blackwattle Bay Campus, Eagle Vale High School, Queanbeyan High School, Murrumburrah High School and Cobar High School.
Ms Bristina has held positions as a mathematics Teacher, Head Teacher, Highly Accomplished Teacher and acted as Deputy Principal and Principal on three and four different school sites respectively. Ms Bristina is delighted to be leading Forbes High School and teaching in the classroom again. Ms Bristina stated that "the staff and students at Forbes High School and in our local community are so impressive and are great ambassadors for public education in our region and in NSW."
With Ms Bristina's appointment to the school, the 2018 executive at Forbes High School is complete, with everyone eager to continue to lead and drive the school, staff and students forward for continued success in the future.
"On behalf of the Forbes High School community, I would like to welcome Ms Bristina to our amazing school. Her experience knowledge and high expectations will help to continue to drive the school forward in a positive and inclusive manner, ensuring all students are supported in their education at our school and help prepare our young people for rewarding lives within society," said Deputy Principal Mr Nottingham.
Families and the community will have an opportunity to meet with Ms Bristina at the school's annual Parent/ Teacher information evening to be held on Tuesday 22 May in the school hall commencing at 5pm. Ms Bristina will be there on the night to meet and greet all families at Forbes High School and introduce herself to the school community.