Katharyn Cullen is an experienced educational leader, innovator and curriculum specialist currently pursuing her Doctor of Philosophy at Torrens University Australia. Her research focuses on Linguistic Lenses for differentiated word-study instruction. With a First-Class Honours Degree from the University of Sydney, Katharyn has garnered numerous accolades, including Torrens University Australia’s 3MT® Asia Pacific Finalist 2022, The Educator Hot List 2020, and various teaching excellence awards. As a Head of Junior School, her creative, high-energy approach and results-oriented vision have significantly improved student engagement and outcomes. Katharyn's commitment to academic excellence through collaboration is evident in her regular presentations at state and national conferences and her published academic research in peer-reviewed journals.