Kooringal High Prinicpal Glyn Leyshon retires | photos

For the last 30 years Mr Leyshon has been part of the education system in the Riverina.

First as head english teacher in Narrandera then deputy principal at Mount Austin High before he was merit selected for the principal job at Kooringal High in 2000.

Becoming a principal wasn’t always a goal but once he started in the head english teacher position he was able to move seamlessly through leadership positions.

Throughout his time at Kooringal Mr Leyshon aimed to grow the academic side of the school along with the already strong performing arts aspect.

“I tried to develop a culture of achievement and culture of participation,” Mr Leyshon said.

These cultures were based on four values of the school co-operation, responsibility, excellence and responsibility and fairness.

“I look back on my time at the school with great students underpinned by great values and performances,” Mr Leyshon said.

“The school has the ability to turn out exceptional young Australians.”

Kooringal High became a partially selective school six years ago with 110 gifted and talented students at the school today.

Mr Leyshon mentored staff at the school to enable them to work effectively with gifted and talented students.

Outside of Kooringal High, Mr Leyshon was also involved with the Riverina Secondary Principals’ Council.

Through this involvement he has helped hundreds of teachers across the Riverina develop and enhance their skills.

This dedication didn’t go unnoticed with Mr Leyshon recognised by his peers with life membership.

Kooringal High’s deputy principal, Kingsley Ireland said Mr Leyshon ‘s impact both within the school and outside was obvious.

“His leadership and vision have developed and guided staff, students and the broader school community, in all the schools he has worked,” Mr Ireland said.

“Glyn’s wisdom and passion for nurturing learning in both staff and students will be sorely missed.”

However, it is the right time to retire for Mr Leyshon.

“I feel the time is right for me personally and for the school,” Mr Leyshon said.

His last day at the school was September 18.