Sale Primary School Art teacher, Pauline Vuillermin, has recently retired after 37 years at her beloved 545.
Mrs V, as Pauline was affectionately known, joined the 545 community in 1986 after beginning her career at Nambrok Primary School in 1985.
During her time at 545, Pauline worked with many exceptional principals, assistant principals, classroom teachers and specialist teachers. Pauline excelled as both a classroom teacher and as a specialist teacher in drama, library and, of course, as a very creative and talented visual arts teacher.
A major highlight of Pauline’s career was when she was selected as a finalist in the Curriculum Innovation Awards in 1992. This award was a huge accolade of the teaching profession at that time, so to be selected as a finalist was something to be most proud of.
Over her 37 years, Pauline involved herself in many extracurricular activities, which included school council, garden parties, safety house, junior school council, art captains and the clubs programs.
She was also involved as a classroom helper, helping on school camps, running the school’s arts program and representing the school in many external meetings and events.
And if that wasn’t enough, Pauline also had the task of booking and arranging numerous school incursions and excursions. All of these things Pauline took on as the much loved and admired teacher that she was.
Pauline is the first to admit that “545” has been a huge part of her life. She has loved teaching and making a difference in the lives of so many students, parents and staff members over this time.
Pauline has left a remarkable legacy in the deep history of 545. Her commitment and dedication to the entire school community will be sorely missed.
Recently the staff and students at 545 honoured Pauline with a special assembly. Among the many gifts she received was an amazing heart collage full of heartfelt messages from the students.