BA (English & Education), Grad Dip Tchg (Sec), PG Dip Ed (Counselling), MEd
Elizabeth (Liz) Koni is the new Head of St Margaret’s College, beginning 2023. Elizabeth began her tertiary studies at the University of Otago, before embarking on a career in education, firstly as a teacher of English at Kavanagh College, followed by leadership positions as Assistant and Deputy Principal at Queen’s High School, here in Dunedin. Prior to her new role as Head of College, Elizabeth was Principal of Waitaki Girls’ High School in Oamaru.
Elizabeth has a passion for both learning and pastoral care, which has seen her study and work extensively with youth in the areas of resilience and positive wellbeing for the past fifteen years. She is an avid reader and enjoys being active in the outdoors whenever she can find the time.
Elizabeth is married to Dan, who is a secondary teacher in Dunedin, and they have six children, ranging from 6 – 14 years of age. When not at school, they can usually be found on a sports field or golf course around the city. As a family they feel privileged to call St Margaret’s College home.