As our school develops, and further establishes itself as a vibrant and dynamic place of learning, we begin to see our past reveal itself in the present. One such example, is the return of Hume Grammarians - our alumni, back to school as staff members. In this newsletter, I am pleased to share with you the journey of three Hume staff, who have returned to our school as teachers. Having past students continue their journey at Hume is a wonderful reflection on our school. We welcome all opportunities to grow our community and look forward to further strengthening ties with our alumni.

Natasha Payne - Olrig 2013

Tash graduated in the second cohort of Hume Year 12s. Initially she travelled and visited over 10 overseas cities, reporting that her favourites were Rome and New York. Tash then worked extensively as a volunteer for the Royal Children’s Hospital and was involved in numerous fundraising activities. Whilst doing so she worked for HOBAN recruitment agency and as a contractor for Hume City Council. In 2016 she commenced her Bachelor of Education (Primary) at Swinburne University of Technology, and in 2020 commenced as a teacher at the Mt Ridley Primary school, currently teaching Prep.

Jyothi Varkey - Olrig 2014

Jyothi completed her Bachelor of Science at Monash University whilst spending time as a peer mentor supporting first year students. After 3 years at Monash, she began her teaching journey at the University of Melbourne completing her Master of Teaching (Secondary) with pre-service experience at Northcote Highschool, University High School and Shepparton High School. In 2020, Jyothi took on an honours year with Monash Children’s Hospital researching the long-term cardiovascular effects from treatment of sleep-disordered breathing in children with Down syndrome. In 2021, Jyothi joined Hume Anglican Grammar as a Secondary teacher of Science and Biology.  

Seejal Sunilkumar - Summerhill 2014

Seejal completed her Bachelor of Science majoring in Physiology and Developmental Biology at Monash University in 2018.  She then undertook her Master of Teaching (Primary and Secondary) majoring in Biology also at Monash University. Last year, she taught Mathematics and Science at St Mary’s College, Seymour and joined Hume this year teaching Secondary Mathematics and Science along with a Year 10 Homeroom.

Bill Sweeney - Principal