We would like to take this opportunity to introduce ourselves as the new Defence School Mentors (DSM) for St Thomas More's. We will work Monday through Friday to specifically support Defence children and their parents.

My name is Kate McErlean and I am a Defence spouse and mother of three primary school aged children. I will be working Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays.

My name is Savida Tanzer and I am also a Defence spouse. I am a mother of two children. I will be at the school on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.

Our role as the DSM’s include:

· assisting with the integration of students into our school community

· supporting students as they transition out of the community when the family relocates

· building relationships with peers

· providing pastoral care throughout times of parental deployment, exercises or courses

· educating the community in matters relating to Defence families

· organising significant events such as ANZAC and Remembrance Day Commemorations

If you require our support or any further information please contact us at school between 9:15am-2:45pm or by phone or email.

Ph: 62498869

Kate.mcerlean@cg.catholic.edu.au M Tu W

Savida.tanzer@cg.catholic.edu.au W Th F

Kate McErlean and Savida Tanzer
Defence School Mentors