Karen Hickling from St Joseph鈥檚 College, Lochinvar has been recognised with the听Excellence in Teaching: Secondary Emmaus Award, celebrating her outstanding commitment to Catholic education and the lasting impact she has on the lives of her students and colleagues.听
Karen embodies the Josephite charism through her unwavering dedication to teaching and her deep commitment to nurturing the intellectual, social,听emotional听and spiritual growth of every student in her care. Throughout her career, she has consistently placed student learning and wellbeing at the centre of all she does.听
Having served across St Joseph鈥檚 Aberdeen, All Saints鈥� College Lochinvar and Maitland, Karen returned to St Joseph鈥檚 College Lochinvar in 2017. As Student Coordinator and a founding Leader of Wellbeing and Engagement, she has played a significant role in shaping a culture built on care,听inclusion听and听high expectations.听
A highly respected Mathematics teacher, Karen听teaches听students across Years 7 to 12听as well as Mathematics Advanced. Her calm and supportive classrooms are places where students feel known, encouraged and challenged to achieve their best. She has a remarkable ability to recognise when students need听additional听support, responding with empathy, compassion and practical care that helps them build confidence and resilience.听
Karen鈥檚 influence extends beyond the classroom. As a trusted colleague and leader, she is admired for her wisdom,听generosity听and faith-filled leadership, inspiring those around her through both her actions and example.听
Congratulations to Karen Hickling on receiving the Excellence in Teaching: Secondary Emmaus Award, recognising her outstanding contribution to Catholic education and the positive difference she continues to make within the St Joseph鈥檚 College community.听
