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Head of English
Ms. Caitlin Orr
Caitlin joined our college community in 2013 and has been a dedicated member of the Humanities Faculty, teaching across multiple year levels and subjects. Caitlin completed her double degree in Teaching and Learning and Creative Arts and Industries before her commencement at the college. She has since completed a Master of Children’s Literature. Caitlin considers herself a lifelong learner and hopes to inspire a love for learning within her students.
Faculty: Caitlin Orr, Christine Woods, Tara Branco, John Byrne, Anna Nikolaeva, Thai Margetic, Shevonne Pennefather, Gemma Boyle, Brett Dwyer, Navneet Sandhu, Patrick Dolan, Hannah Smith, Matthew Dullard, Hannah Sas, Megan Evans
Head of Humanities
Mr. Thairon Margetic
With 18 years teaching experience, Thai is passionate about Humanities and its crucial role in teaching students to think critically and explore diverse perspectives. He joined O’loughlin in 2024 after 11 years teaching at Kormilda and Haileybury in Darwin. Before that he taught English as a Second Language in Perth and Japan. Dedicated to fostering curiosity and independent thought, Thai believes in making connections between past and present, local and global, to help students understand the increasingly complex world around them. Through interactive lessons, discussions, and real-world applications, he strives to create a dynamic classroom where every student feels encouraged to question, analyse, and grow.
Faculty: Christine Woods, Jarryd Black, Brett Dwyer, Tony Judd, Matthew Dullard, Anna Nikolaeva, Navneet Sandhu, Patrick Dolan, Liza Bowers, Jodie Minton, Jemma Anderson
Head of Science
Mr. Thai Nguyen
The Head of the Science Department leads curriculum planning and teaching across the school, supporting staff, coordinating programs, and ensuring engaging, high-quality science learning. The role focuses on building strong teaching practice, overseeing assessment, and fostering student curiosity and achievement in science.
Faculty: Daniel Boyle, Jagjeet Kaur Dodd, Maree Hammer, Mary Kangaharan, Ramandeep Kaur, Hup Lye, Shevonne Pennefather, Thai Nguyen, Deepa Sampath
Head of Maths
Mr. Dan Boyle
Daniel Boyle joined O’Loughlin Catholic College in 2023, bringing with him a wealth of teaching experience from around the world. Prior to joining OCC, Daniel taught at The Essington School and spent two years in Canada at Appleby College and Havergal College, as well as two years teaching in England. Throughout his career, Daniel has also specialised in science education, particularly Chemistry, fostering a passion for the subject among his students. This diverse background has shaped his approach as a focused educator and leader, emphasising active student involvement in the classroom and fostering student responsibility for their learning.
Having grown up in Canada and experienced a Catholic school system firsthand, Daniel deeply understands the integral role faith can play in shaping lives and values. Daniel’s commitment to education and faith underscores his teaching philosophy, creating an environment where students are encouraged to grow academically, personally, and spiritually.
Maths Faculty: Luke Beatty, Jarryd Black, Rahul De Sylva, Jagjeet Dodd, John Hamburg, Mary Kangaharan, Raman Kaur, Sapan Lamichhane, Hup Lye, Anna Gikas, Deepa Sampath, Dan Sivan
Physical Education and Health
Mr. Luke Beatty
Luke Beatty joined the O’Loughlin Catholic College team in 2018. He had previously taught Physical Education at both Primary and Secondary schools in Queensland. Luke had also spent 2 years teaching and coaching in the United Kingdom. Along with his role as Head of Faculty of Health and Physical Education, Luke also takes on the responsibility of being O’Loughlin’s Sports Coordinator organising Athletics and Swimming Carnivals, along with inter-school sports days.
Faculty: Luke Beatty, Dom Virdun, John Kensey, Kayla Keevers, Isabelle Girando, Blake Launer, Joseph Thompson, Erin Kelly, Shirley Worsfold, Karl Hochman, Casey Griffiths
Arts and Technology
Dr. Debbie Walter
Debbie joined the college community in 2016 and has been a dedicated member of the Creative Arts Faculty. Her extensive experience, leadership, and commitment to the College earned her the recognition of ‘Advanced Skills Teacher’ in 2019, with the certification renewed in 2023. With over 25 years of teaching experience in this field, Debbie has worked across both secondary schools and the TAFE/VET system. Notably, she founded and coordinated a TAFE college in regional Victoria, which offered alternative education to engage disadvantaged youth, including those in the justice system.As a practicing artist, Debbie is passionate about sharing her love for the visual arts. She recently completed her Doctorate, which led to solo exhibitions, artist talks, and international presentations in Tokyo and Auckland, along with the publication of a research paper. Debbie has also had the opportunity to lecture pre-service art teachers at CDU, passing on her knowledge and experience to the next generation.
Debbie shares that being an art teacher remains her greatest joy: “Guiding budding creatives to discover and nurture their unique artistic voices is something I love. I believe in the power of art as a transformative tool for self-expression, problem-solving, healing, and personal growth. It’s not just about developing technical skills, but also providing a creative outlet for self-discovery and helping individuals grow in confidence.”
Faculty: Joanne Green, Holly Smith, Hup Lye, Jane Kennedy, Jantina Bos, Jody Hall, Kiara Musco, Marysia Stevens, Patrick Dolan, Sarah Smiler, Debbie Walter
Assistant Principal Religious Education
Ms. Kathryn Pettersen
Ms. Kathryn Pettersen is an educator dedicated to fostering a sense of agency in students, encouraging them to think critically, ask meaningful questions, and engage in open and respectful dialogue. With a deep passion for empowering youth and young adults, Ms. Pettersen holds a core philosophy that activities and events should be student-led. She believes that Religious Education should extend beyond textbooks and classrooms, aiming to nurture the whole person and help students discover their purpose and reach their full potential.
Ms. Pettersen is firm in her belief that every student has the power to positively impact the world and works to provide them with opportunities to do so, beginning with their own school community. She sees the students of today as the leaders and saints of tomorrow.
Faculty: Daniel Young, Jarryd Black, Liza Bowers, Hannah Sas, Kathryn Pettersen, Boyd Bailey, Patrick Dolan, Richard Bryant, Raj Koppula, Jemma Anderson, Hannah Foody, Christine Woods, Anthony (Tony) Judd, Maree Hammer
Applied Learning Coordinator
Mr. Nicholas Jack
Nicholas Jack joined O’Loughlin Catholic College in 2018 as Acting Deputy Principal and was appointed Head of Senior School in 2019. With more than 30 years in education, he has worked across Catholic, independent, and government schools in Victoria, New South Wales, Northern Territory, and the United Kingdom. He is committed to ensuring every student is supported and challenged to achieve their personal best.
Nicholas has held leadership roles in Health and Physical Education, Creative Arts, and Vocational Education and Training (VET), reflecting his belief in diverse and meaningful pathways for students. He serves as Secretary of the Career Educators of the Northern Territory, supporting strong post-school pathways and career education initiatives across the region.
A passionate advocate for holistic education, Nicholas has led whole-school extracurricular programs, including directing musical productions, overseeing instrumental music, and coaching rugby. He also brings experience from the music industry in performance, production, and business management. Dedicated to collaboration, he works closely with colleagues to create engaging, supportive learning environments where students can thrive academically, creatively, physically, and spiritually.
Inclusion Support Coordinator
Mrs. Jemma Anderson
Faculty: Jemma Anderson, Hannah Foody, Luke Kohler, Emma Evans, Ralph Flores, Irene Argyridakis
IEW (Indigenous Education Worker) Coordinator
Mrs. Catherine De Araujo
Catherine (Cashy) Burns is the IEW (Indigenous Education Worker Coordinator) at O’Loughlin Catholic College. Cashy comes from the Tiwi Islands and has been working and supporting students in the catholic schools for over fifteen years. She joined O’Loughlin Catholic College in 2015 coming across from St John’s Catholic College where she has worked with various students coming from remote and urban areas across the Northern Territory.
“It is great to work with staff and students at O’Loughlin Catholic College as it has a wonderful feeling around the school and everyone is so friendly and makes you feel welcome.“
Faculty: Xavier Vallejo, Cashy Burns, Lucy Vallejo
NTCET Coordinator
Ms. Deepa Sampath
Deepa is incredibly excited to lead our seniors as the NTCET Coordinator at O’Loughlin Catholic College. With her decade-plus of teaching experience across secondary and tertiary settings in India and Australia providing a strong foundation, she has a strong passion for seeing students thrive in their final years of school.
Deepa is deeply committed to ensuring every student feels inspired, supported, and fully prepared to achieve their NTCET goals. By working closely with families and staff, she provides the personalised guidance and nurturing environment necessary for students to step confidently into their future. For Deepa, there is nothing more rewarding than helping a student turn their aspirations into a clear path for success.
