Hopwood

Hopwood is an educator at Ashfield Boys High School, known for his innovative approach to classroom management and student engagement. He has been a strong advocate for limiting technology use during school hours to enhance focus and learning. His school was among the earliest to implement smartphone bans and maintain control over technology access, believing that reducing distractions helps students concentrate better on their studies. Hopwood emphasizes the importance of establishing strong relationships between teachers and students, particularly during the challenging years of 9 and 10, to foster resilience and academic success. Under his leadership, Ashfield Boys has reported significant improvements in HSC average scores since 2019.