Hello, I am Michele Pizzey and yes, my husband also works at Alpha!  My responsibilities differ from those of other staff members and are many-fold.  They include being at the front desk as Receptionist/Secretary and in supporting the teaching staff. Along with Kathryn Thorne, I am responsible for the pastoral care of the students.  I regard this as a very important role as a number of our teenage students take time to adjust to the NZ way of life and can be quite homesick.  I consider it a privilege and enjoy getting to know the various cultures our students represent.

I always find time to garden, do handwork (patchwork/embroidery), walking and spending time with family.

My name is Glynn Christie.  I enjoy teaching students at all levels but usually work with adults helping them to understand, in a practical way, that strange language - English! 

I come from a background in environmental policy working with the NZ Government.  I have also worked in the private sector helping development projects to be built in environmently sensitive areas within NZ.  I bring this experience to the class room, helping students to relax and enjoy themselves.

I also enjoy reading, walking and family history.

 I am Bernadette Kernick, a relieving teacher and after-school tutor ar Alpha.  Having taught in high schools in New Zealand for many years, I still enjoy teaching.  I have also taught residential programmes for younger gifted children at UNSW, Sydney. 

My leisure activities include classical music, gardening and community service.