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Terri Myles,
St Andrews Lutheran College
Emma Fowler is a dynamic and visionary leader in Australian primary education, celebrated for her innovative approach and profound commitment to empowering both students and educators. As Principal of St Raphael’s School in Parkside, South Australia, Emma has redefined what it means to lead a future-focused learning community, inspiring excellence, creativity, and inclusion at every level.
Emma’s passion for educational transformation is matched by her strategic drive to enact meaningful, lasting change. Under her leadership, St Raphael’s School has flourished; earning the Community Event of the Year and the Innovative Program of the Year for the widely-acclaimed Reading Revolution initiative, drawing recognition for its culture of curiosity and achievement. Emma’s commitment to amplifying student voice and championing creative pedagogies has energised her school community and delivered tangible improvements in engagement and academic growth.
A trailblazer in digital technologies, Emma founded the NazTECH Digital Technologies Conference, setting a new benchmark for teacher-led innovation in coding and robotics education. Her thought leadership extends internationally, with invitations to present at prestigious forums including the Global Principal Summit in China. Emma is renowned for mentoring educators to embrace creative risk-taking, and for building lasting partnerships that enrich the Catholic education sector.
Her influence is evident and reflected in accolades such as the Innovative Educator of the Year award, Leader of the Year Award and widespread media recognition for her work in technology integration, leadership, and curriculum renewal. Emma’s approach is characterised by her authenticity, relentless optimism, and unwavering belief in the capabilities of every student. She continues to lead with vision and integrity, ensuring that St Raphael’s School and the wider community remain future-ready, inspired, and purpose-driven.
110-114 Glen Osmond Rd, Parkside, SA 5063
827 44900
efowler@raph.catholic.edu.au
linkedin.com/in/emma-fowler-528233135
raph.catholic.edu.au
Emma Fowler
Principal
St Raphael’s School
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Terri Myles,
St Andrews Lutheran College
2011–2016
2016–2019
2019–2021
2021–2023
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2013–2016: Teacher at Nazareth Catholic Community
2013–2016: ICT Coordinator at Nazareth Catholic Community
2011–2016
Learning Coordinator at Nazareth Catholic Community
2016–2019
2019–2021: Assistant Principal at Nazareth Catholic Community
2021: Education Advisor, Technologies at Catholic Education South Australia
2019–2021
Assistant Principal at St Joseph School, Kingswood
2021–2023
Principal at St Raphael’s School since 2023 Led the school to win Community Event of the Year and Innovative Program of the Year for the Reading Revolution Invited to present at the Global Principal Summit in Zhengzhou, China
Present
Assistant Vice President and Senior Broker at MJ Hall & Company since 2018
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Sept 2021
Feb 2022
Apr 2022
Jul 2022
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2022
Suncorp Bank introduces Solar Home Bonus offer for customers who are choosing renewable energy for their homes
Sept 2021
Month-on-month market share growth commences
Feb 2022
Suncorp Bank wins the Canstar award for most outstanding value in investment loans
Apr 2022
Suncorp Bank wins Money Magazine’s Bank of the Year and Business Bank of the Year awards for the fifth year in a row
Jul 2022
Suncorp Bank’s turnaround times are the lowest they have ever been. The lender becomes Australia’s first certified carbon neutral bank for both its operation and transaction services
Aug 2022
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