Our Board
Our Board is made up of a passionate and experienced group of parents, educators, academics, medical and allied health professionals — including people with dyslexia themselves.
Amelia Jones
Chairperson
Amelia is the co-founder of Square Pegs and has over 20 years’ experience in senior leadership roles in the Tasmanian public sector. She is also a parent of three children with dyslexia.
Kathryn Van Dal
Secretary
Kathryn has extensive experience as an events manager and legal executive assistant, both in Australia and overseas. She brings strong organisational and project delivery skills and is a parent of a child with dyslexia.
Jessica Bennett
Treasurer
Jessica has a background in biomedical science and project management, with experience in governance within the education sector. As a parent of two children with dyslexia, she is committed to improving awareness, support and outcomes for dyslexic learners.
Harriet Fitzgerald
Board Member
Harriet holds a bachelor’s degree and co-runs a building business. She is a Multisensory Structured Language educator, Orton-Gillingham trained, and an Associate Member of the Australian Dyslexia Association. Harriet has three sons, including two with dyslexia and one with Developmental Language Disorder.
Paul Stagg
Board Member
Paul is a qualified electrician and high voltage line worker. He is a successful dyslexic and a strong advocate, as well as a parent of a dyslexic daughter.
Amanda Norgaard
Board Member
Amanda has a background in biomedical science and is an accredited Multisensory Structured Language educator, Orton-Gillingham trained, and an Associate Member of the Australian Dyslexia Association. As a tutor she supports dyslexic learners to build literacy skills and confidence. Amanda has three children with dyslexia.
Clare Weare
Board Member
Clare is a teacher with advanced qualifications in special education and leadership. She is also co-director of a speech pathology and education practice in Launceston.
Laura Stagg
Board Member
Laura is a registered nurse specialising in rehabilitation. She is passionate about advocating for her dyslexic daughter and helping all dyslexic learners reach their potential.
Dr Judith Hudson
Board Member
Judith is a chartered psychologist, researcher, author and former teacher specialising in dyslexia and learning disorders. She is also an ambassador for Square Pegs.