The People Behind VCASS
Our leadership team and dedicated staff nurture talent, challenge potential and guide every student’s creative journey.
United by a shared belief in the power of the arts, our teachers combine professional excellence with a genuine commitment to student growth and wellbeing. Their experience, passion and collaboration create the vibrant, supportive culture that defines our school.
It's easy to come to school when our teachers feel more like mentors
Grace
Our Leadership Team
Principal
Hilary Bland
Assistant Principal
Karen Schofield
Assistant Principal
Donatella Mannolini
Assistant Principal
Joel Batalha
Assistant Principal
James Rust
Head of Student Services
Stuart Campbell
Head of VCE & Pathways
Jessica Casey
Head of Dance
Lynette Wills
Co Heads of Music
Wendy Campbell & Julie Haskell
Visual Arts Extension Coordinator
Nicholas Heynsbergh & Sean Peoples
Theatre Arts Extension Coordinator
Joel Batalha
School Council
We are proud to have an outstanding School Council made up of dedicated parents, community members and staff who work together for the benefit of all students.
The Victorian College of the Arts Secondary School Council partners with the Principal to oversee school governance in line with the School Accountability and Improvement Framework. The Council helps shape the School Strategic Plan and Annual Implementation Plan, monitors progress, manages risk and supports specialist reviews when required.
Council membership includes staff, parents, and community representatives — with more than one-third of members being parents, ensuring families play an active role in guiding the school’s direction.
School Council elections are held each year in February or March. Ballots take place only if nominations exceed available positions.
There’s a real culture of care here. We’re encouraged to bring our whole selves to work, and that sense of trust flows through to the students.
Rachelle - Education Support staff member
