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When students, teachers and communities collaborate, the impact is hard to ignore. The ResourceSmart Schools Awards celebrate the efforts of schools across Victoria working to realise a more sustainable future.
In 2025, more schools entered than ever before, making the celebration bigger and the judges' task even more challenging. It’s a cause we’re proud to support, and we were delighted to announce the Teacher of the Year winners.
At a ceremony held on World Environment Day, Albion Primary School’s Marita Ryan was named Primary School Teacher of the Year and Kew High School’s Elise Dunstan won Secondary School Teacher of the Year.
Marita Ryan, Albion Primary School, Primary School Teacher of the Year
Marita’s leadership has embedded sustainability into Albion Primary School’s curriculum and school community. She teaches gardening, biodiversity and water testing skills in hands-on lessons.
'As a PE teacher, my classroom is the yard.
Marita has encouraged Albion Primary School to emphasise sustainability education, and her enthusiasm has inspired students and their families to adopt activities like bird watching and take part in Clean Up Australia Day.
