Scotch College

Farewell Susan Ferres

Farewell Susan Ferres

Susan Ferres was appointed Head of Scotch Junior School Art in 1995. During the last decade students have been able to experience a comprehensive range of skills and techniques – painting, drawing, printing, construction, ceramics, textiles, paperwork and the introduction of IT in the arts. Outside the Art Room, she was a member of staff committees that dealt with Religious Education, Information Technology, SOSE and Art (as chairperson). As well as working closely with students in Campbell and Healey Houses, Susan coordinated displays in the Junior School and provided support for dramatic productions and concerts in the form of sets, props and costumes.

Susan gained great satisfaction working in a Christian environment teaching boys creative skills, working with groups of parents to develop student skills and appreciation of art, as well as joining with teams of boys and other staff to create permanent major artworks. After taking long-service leave in Term 1, Susan retired looking forward to enjoying additional time with her family and grandchildren, having new opportunities to develop her art skills, teach or lecture part-time, and work in a developing country.