In Loving Memory of

Maria Straw Cinar

You may have heard the very sad news today that our former colleague at WSfG, Maria Straw Cinar passed away earlier this week.

Maria had been suffering from a long term illness but the news has still come as a shock to many of us that worked with her.

Maria was Head of Drama here between 2008 and 2014 and was always such a fun and bright character who will be sorely missed.

Book Owner: Nicola Janes
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Laura Fearon

Maria was such a fun and caring person who always had time to ask how you were. Maria was completely committed to her subject and instilled so much enthusiasm to her pupils. she will be massively missed xx …

Michelle Vanlint

Maria was such a fun and bubbly colleague and we shared stories when we both got stuck in the ash cloud. Sending my deepest condolences to her family at this sad and difficult time. I hope all your happy memories bring you some comfort in the coming months. Michelle Vanlint …

Chantel Wallace

Maria and I met when I joined the Performing Arts faculty, initially covering her maternity leave. Maria was always calm, warm and personable. I remember listening to tales of her acting career and the adventures she’d had before she’d begun teaching. She was a fascinating and talented person. My deepest and sincerest condolences to her family. Chantel x …

Mandy Madhani

Thinking of you all at this very sad time. Mandy Madhani  …

Romi Jalil

I have such wonderful memories of Maria being such a fun, energetic and caring colleague. She was so adored by her students and always had a funny story to tell. We will all miss her greatly. My deepest condolences to all her friends and family during these difficult times. …

Kristine Pratt

Maria was a dedicated, well loved member of staff and a big part of the WSfG family. Condolences to her family on such a sad loss. …

Lesley Winter

Chrerish the memories thinkg of you all at this sad time. Lesley Winter  …

Emma Cornford

I have never known a teacher so adored by her students. I know that her loss will be deeply felt by all of those she taught, as well as her colleagues. To her cherished family and friends, I am so sorry for your loss. …

Dave Shackson

We started at Walthamstow School for Girls in the same year and I remember Maria being very dedicated to her subject and someone you could always have a clear and insightful conversation with about her students and how they were doing. Very sadenned to hear the news. …

Nicola Janes

Deepest sympathy for your sad loss. Nicola x …