Michael Royall

MR MICHAEL ROYALL
House Coordinator and English Teacher, Salvado House

Salvado House Coordinator Mr Michael Royall is a true all-rounder, supporting students in a wide range of College activities. The Corpus alum (Class of 2007) returned to the College in 2017 as an English Teacher and quickly made his mark. Since taking the helm of Salvado in Term 4, 2018 he has coordinated student involvement in numerous House events, including Salvado’s impressive Swimming Carnival win in 2019. Mr Royall is involved in Running Club, ACC Cross Country and SASJ Basketball for Years 8/9. Off the sporting field, he assists with Year 10 Public Speaking and has also contributed to staff podcasts. Mr Royall answered a last-minute call-up to help out on the 2018 Melbourne Dance Tour, where he gave his all to ensure students had the best time possible despite not being a Dance teacher. Whether it’s Melbourne’s public transport network, the English curriculum or Sport, students can rest assured Mr Royall will guide them in the right direction.

WHY DID YOU DECIDE TO BECOME A TEACHER?

I ask myself that same question every day… Kidding! I became a teacher when I realised my Journalism and Creative Writing degree wasn’t going to get me very far. It’s the best choice I have made too, because I absolutely love this profession!

WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT WORKING AT CORPUS?

The students! I love having discussions and a bit of a joke around with them.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE COLLEGE EVENT?

Corpus Christi Day, mainly because it gives me a chance to wander around aimlessly consuming any food in sight while giving money to a very worthy cause. The best part of Corpus Christi Day is easily the Talent Quest. Seeing the College community come together to celebrate the talent of our amazing students is always great fun!

WHAT ARE YOUR HOBBIES?

Running and listening to records while reading a good book.