How Compassionate Leadership Unlocks Student Potential → Principal Mark Hitchen

06/08/2025 45 min
How Compassionate Leadership Unlocks Student Potential → Principal Mark Hitchen

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Episode Synopsis

In this inspiring Legacy Collective episode, Brendan sits down with Principal Mark Hitchen of Mount Warren Park State School. Mark shares how his school’s vision of Strive to Succeed goes beyond academics — focusing on unlocking each child’s promise through safety, respect, and meaningful relationships.



You’ll hear real stories of community connection, the power of empathy in leadership, and how purposeful partnerships between school and home create lasting impact. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or school coordinator, this heartfelt conversation will leave you feeling inspired and supported.



00:00:43 Student Success Story

00:05:09 Strategies for Teaching

00:07:53 Students with Disabilities

00:10:26 Culture within the Staff and Student Body

00:13:43 Celebrating Events: School Fun Run

00:18:20 P&C

00:20:20 Family Life & Martial Arts

00:24:29 Who Influenced You?

00:29:32 Mark's Favorite Primary Teacher

00:33:16 Leadership Role

00:35:58 Why Mark got into Education

00:39:23 Artificial Intelligence in the Classroom

00:44:09 Final Words



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