Rhys Cassidy
Senior Education Advisor - Pathways & Partnerships
Brisbane Catholic Education
Rhys Cassidy is a father of four, education system innovator, and passionate change-maker on a mission to empower young people with authentic pathways and self-leadership to thrive in an AI-augmented world.
Rhys has designed transformational programs over 20 years — from classroom teacher to Assistant Principal and now Senior Education Advisor Pathways & Partnerships for Brisbane Catholic Education — fusing pedagogy, metacognition, and AI tools across schools and systems.
His expertise spans pedagogy for learner agency, strategic partnerships, and regenerative leadership. As a parent, educator and consultant, Rhys focuses on equipping youth and adults to navigate dynamic futures with compassion, connection, and foresight.


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