A new principal walked into a school with declining results. Then came a bold overhaul
09-09-2026 11:15 via theage.com.au

A new principal walked into a school with declining results. Then came a bold overhaul

Mill Park Secondary College’s principal says painting a picture of ambition for its students was key to lifting performance.
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