Sarah Schnetker | Principal

Hello my name is Sarah Schnetker, I am currently the Principal at Bethania Lutheran School, and I oversee all aspects of school life, from academics to student well-being. I joined Bethania in 2004, and over the years, I have had the privilege of holding various roles, including classroom teacher, ICT teacher, teacher librarian, and Deputy Principal. I hold a Bachelor of Education (Primary), a Graduate Diploma in Applied Science (Information Services), a Graduate Certificate in Business, and I am accredited as a Lutheran Leader. These qualifications, combined with my years of experience, allow me to lead our school with a strong focus on providing a positive and nurturing learning environment for all students and staff. I'm passionate about ensuring that our school remains a place where every student can thrive.

Justin Kennedy | Deputy Principal

Hi there, my name is Justin and I’m currently the Deputy Principal – Head of Teaching and Learning here at Bethania Lutheran School, where I oversee our educational curriculum, support our NCCD students, manage reporting, coordinate staff professional development, and organize exciting excursions and incursions for our students. I joined Bethania in 2017, and since then, I’ve had the privilege of holding various roles, including Head of Pastoral Care/HPE teacher. With 25 years of experience in education across a range of primary schools, K-2 colleges, and international schools, I’ve taught students from Prep to Year 9 in both classroom and specialist settings. I hold a GradCertEd (Educational Leadership), a B.Ed (Primary), and a B.Teach (Primary), and I’m currently working toward my GradCertBus (Enterprise Leadership). It’s been an amazing journey, and I look forward to continuing to contribute to the growth and success of our wonderful school community!

Tanya Morris | Head of Pastoral Care

Hi there! I’m Tanya Morris, and I currently serve as the Head of Pastoral Care at Bethania Lutheran School. In my role, I focus on the well-being of both our staff and students, ensuring we foster a caring and supportive environment. I’m passionate about promoting the Lutheran Christian ethos of our school and providing practical support through restorative practices and pastoral care for everyone in our community. I joined Bethania in 2016 and have had the pleasure of working as both a classroom teacher and an HPE teacher for Years 3-6. I hold a Bachelor of Education (Primary) and a Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood. I’m committed to helping create a nurturing and positive environment for all to thrive in. I’m excited for the year ahead and look forward to supporting our students and staff in every way I can!