Mandevillian, 1994, Vol9, No4

EETHAANGE Ki< - 117

90 Or

k (92 4 Qt€EEffs,y

MANDEVILLIAN December 1994

Volume 9, No. 4

r

€ fl

424

t -f

0

r

1

f

#

i

Happy Birthday LORETO MANDEVILLE HALL 1924-1994 School Councillors gather around to watch Principal, Mrs Anne Hunt, School Captain, Anna Foley and Vice-Captain, Nicolette de Zoete cut the 70th birthday cake.

Loreto Mandeville Hall

10 Mandeville Crescent, Toorak 3142 Phone: 826 0211 Fax: 824 2996

0,1, Zzf .

4

i#

A

SENIOR SCHOOL SWIMMING SPORTS il

1994

13*»''

ir

$

Above: Kylie Podalakin and Camilla Bourke receive the winner's shield on behalf of their

house - Mornane

Left: Champions: (L-R) Kylie Podalakin

Yearl 1 and Open Champion, Jesicca

V y

Fetterplace Year 7. Kate McFarland Year 8,

P

Sara Lynch Year 9, Brigid Fitzgerald Year 10 Below: Anna Kricker, Diving Champion and

A

Nerita Benetti relax in the pool

CP-

Fi

t

Cy 1 '

Alice Hume and Marian Bard,

Ward Captains 1995, accept

the House Spirit Trophy from Mrs Anne Hunt, Principal

From the Principal

1994 Interhouse

Swimming Sports

As one comes to the end of the school year and reports on the year's activities, one cannot but

Once again, the whole senior school travelled

marvel at ali the sheer vitality of school life, in

to the State Swimming Centre for our annual

curriculum development, extra-curricular

Interhouse Swimming Carnival. The cheer

activities and the extraordinary range of

squads for all houses were spectacularly decked

endeavours and achievements. Grounding it all

out in gold bowler hats, Santa hats, bright house

is Loreto's educational philosophy and

tee-shirts and house bandanas. House chants

commitment to the education of the whole

had been well rehearsed prior to the carnival

person, each student's growth in freedom,

and we all came away somewhat deafened by

felicity, justice and integrity.

this outstanding display of house team support.

The swimming races were exciting, especially

1994 has been a wonderful year in so many ways, not least because this was the 70th

the relay events where tension was high at

anniversary of the opening of our Loreto school

changeover ends, and in the nail-biting finishes

here at Toorak. Birthdays and anniversaries

which only the electronic timing device could

have always held a special place in the Loreto

detect.

tradition and this one was no exception. Our

The day saw some outstanding individual

celebrations culminated with a reunion of past

swimming performances. The interhouse diving

pupils from across the 70 years of our history,

was conducted in conjunction with the swimming

with approximately 440 of them in attendance.

events and we witnessed some of our school's

It was an exhilarating experience. We now look

newest divers who train at the Stephenson

forward to our 75th anniversary!

Centre. Well done to all who participated and

Thank you once again to Mrs Alison Miller

supported on the day, not forgetting the staff

who served as Acting Principal during my

who officiated.

semester of study leave. I am delighted to (Miss) Carolyn Fox (P.IE. Co-ordinator. Senior School)

announce that my doctoral thesis has now been accepted, with the degree (D.Theol.) to be conferred in March, 1995.

Results:

Age level champions Year 7

Jessica Fetterplace. Ward

Year 8

Kate Mcfarland. Mornane

Year 9

Sara Lynch. Ward

Year 10

Brigid Fitzgerald. Barry

Year 11

Kylie Podolakin Mornane

Anne Hunt

Principal

Alliance Frangaise Two of our Year 12 students performed

Adele Holywood Award for Champion Open Swimmer - Kylie Podolakin

exceptionally well in this competition, gaining two of the major prizes offered at this level. As one of the two overall best candidates in Year

Rowena Francis Keen Trophy for Butterfly Champion - Kylie Podolakin

12, Prudence Nolan has won one of the

prestigious La Parouse prizes, a trip to New

Katherine Francis Trophy for Breaststroke

Caledonia. Catryn Walters won the first prize

Champion - Jo Maree Delac

in the written section of the competition and

Prudence Francis Trophy for Backstroke

receives an impressive assortment of books. The prizes were distributed at a special ceremony

Champion - Kylie Podolakin Eunice Bird Cup for Champion Diver - Anna Kricker

held at the Alliance Frangaise building in St Kilda on 25th November, to mark the centenary of the competition in Victoria.

House Spirit Award - Ward

(Mrs) Barbara Watt

Overall House Placings: 4th Mulhall, 3rd Barry,

(L.O.T.E. Co-ordinator)

2nd Ward, 1st Mornane

94.3*4 299»

****************

7 >» *Fr >5 .

*

J "ft

Congratulations! 1

r

1995 School Captain ,»c * Alice Hume

A -

N € 29»: ..

·* School Vice-Captain * * Fiona Hammond * * *

****************

5%1*Ell'll/ Prudence Nolan

..Implfill...9-"I Catryn Walters

CAD

Finance

1 -p. 9 1994 Annual Report:

management strategy and. as reported in the

School Council

financial result was a deficit of $5090 against a

recent Mandevillian article, the 1993 actual

It has again been a busy year for the Council -- ·- '39 - wittli the key focus being on the development of

, a strategic plan for the school as it moves

' towards the 21st Century.

There have been numerous other activities in John Arthur

Tlie budgetary process is the key financial

Loreto Mandeville Hall

addition to the ongoing functions of the three Standing Committees, Property, Public Relations. and Finance. Work has continued on

the pre-incorporation aspects of Council as has the inservicing of'Council by the Loreto Institute.

The first meeting of Chairpersons of the four Loreto schools iii Australia with Councils was

held in Melbourne in May. This occasion provided an excellent opportunity for the exchange of experiences of' the respective Councils during their early inaugural days, as

budgeted break even position. This was a very good result as it included an unbudgeted capital

outlay of $40,000 to replace the library computer system.

The school coiitiiiued to have an excellent

record in fee payment with billed tuition fees collected in line with last year's collection rate of 98% and building fund donations 85%.

These excellent contribution rates enable the

school to maintain its high education

staiidai·ds as well as undei·take important facility improvements to foster the education process.

The audit report from KPMG Peak Marwick

found the school's operations, financial recording and reporting were all completely in order.

well as allowing the Institute to update its vision for the Loreto schools and the roles of' Council.

Strategic Plan Work commenced this year on a Strategic Plan

Property Management

fur Loreto Mandeville Hall. The school is

The Year 7 and 8 project has remained on hold during 1994. However, the. ongoing school refurbishment ancl improvement programme has

currently in a period of transition from a school owned and administered by the Loreto Institute

continued. The principal focus of the Committee

but managed by the School Council iii accordance

this year has been the planning of the restoration

with the Loreto education philosophy.

programme for the Historic House. The Ian

Potter Conservation Foundation was appointed to advise the school on the restoration works

required. As the cost is significant, the work will be undertaken on a staged basis over a number of years. The Oak Parlour will be the

to one which will still be owned by the Institute

The Council considered that with this

transition it was timely to develop a strategy plan to set its direction so that the school is well-placed to meet the challenge ofeducational change as we move into the 2lst Century.

first room to have restoration works undertaken.

Councils objective is to position the school so

Perhaps the most exciting property

that it is able to implement change as it becomes necessary and to have the financial 1·esources to

development during the year occurred off campus, when the school completed negotiations ['or a 21-year lease of a major area in the new Melbourne Rowing Club building oil the Yarra in the city. This acquisition will provide the

school with first class rowing facilities for many

undertake the property programme to coniplement the ediicational changes.

Thanks

The academic results again achieved by the school were excellent and the Council extends

years to con-le.

its thanks and congratulations to the

Public Relations

Principal, Mrs Anne Hunt, and to all staff for

It has been a busy year for the Committee,

their commitment and contribution in the

commencing with an excellent display at the

many areas of the school: education, the arts,

Independent Schools' Fair in February, closely

sport, administration and the pastoral care of

followed by Open Day iii March, when many

the girls.

visitors had the opportunity to see the various

In conclusion, Loreto Mandeville Hall will face

aspects of Loretds education programme at

111 6111V challenges in the years ahead, but it is

work. In addition, several information evenings

well placed to deal with these with its competent.

were held.

dedicated staff, able leadership and excellent

The theme of the various promotions has been

rae ili ties.

'1)iscover the Benefits' of a Loreto education.

which identifies the uniqueness of the I.B.V.M. traditions and philosophy of a Catholic education toi girls which enables them to achieve their

John Arthur (Chairman.

Loreto Mandeville Hall School Council) October 1994

best.

STOP PRESS

STOP PRESS

STOP PRESS

Aggregate House Award for 1994

Ward

Dame Mary Daly Award for Community Service

Jane Howard and Maria Spitaliorakis ( Joint Winners)

1

4

Families are our Future 'Families are our future: let's look after them' has

been a frequently used slogan in this, the International Year of the Family. The challenge of turning children into mature people makes neverending demands on parents, but I realize more and more that parents need reassurance too!

In looking back over the year I can only praise and thank the parents of our Junior School students for

the love, patience, support, time, understanding and listening you have given your daughters. These are very tangible qualities which touch deeply, if not

always obviously, on their journey of growth, maturity, confidence and adjustment to all that life brings.

The school year has been yet another successful and happy one. We have achieved much in the way of curriculum innovations and the spirit of joy and enthusiasm is something ofwhich we are proud. The

students and staff have worked extremely hard to maintain a high standard, and the results have been rich and rewarding.

Sr Helen Maguire IBVM

Our Junior School theme 'Together we Journey,

Together we Grow' has encouraged us to be aware of each person's gifts and talents, to recognize the self-worth of each individual, and to realize that what is worth doing is worth doing well.

Thank you for all that 1994 has been, and let us look to 1995 with hearts full of hope.

Sr Helen Maguire, I.B.V.M. (Head of the Junior School)

Maths Week

in the Junior School

Milk Bar Maths!

On Thursday 4th November, the Year 1 class walked to the local sliops to purchase their lunch.

All the students in the Junior School

Despite the rain and wind the girls were eager

participated most enthusiastically in the

to put their knowledge of shopping and money

activities of Maths Week in the middle of

into practice.

October.

The girls carried a recycled shopping bag and

The upper classes prepared interesting, challenging Maths work for the younger girls and conducted these cross age activity sessions in a most competent manner.

a purse which contained five dollars in coins.

They visited three stores. The first stop was the Milk Bar where each child ordered a drink and a sandwich and watched as their order was

Throughout the week at all times groups of

made up. The second store the girls visited was

girls were seen around the school working to

the fruit shop where their choice of fruit was

solve the 15 problems which had been placed in

weighed and paid for. Their final purchase was

corridors and locker areas all around the Junior

from the chocolate shop where the girls bought

School.

four chocolates at five cents each.

On Friday afternoon all classes gathered to share their experiences of this special week, announce their problem solutions and uncover the hidden words on the Multi Purpose Room wall. The statement read 'WE COUNT ON

Back at school t;he girls excitedly ate their lunch and shared their shopping experiences.

The shopping trip was an enjoyable and valuable conclusion to the Maths topic of Money.

MATHS' and the children certainly showed that

(Miss) Vanessa Healy

they have an enthusiasm for this important and

(Year 1 teacher)

exciting subject in their school curriculum.

(Mrs) Gaye Warren and (Mrs) Dot Peters (Maths Co-ordinators, Junior School)

School Sports Captain Marian Bard

flcol ratulittions < gcho L0[ Captains C l.>N\1 -

School Debating Captain Kathryn Bannon

School Music Captain Natasha Holmes

r (9) .94»f

c.

2%>il £0

11 W

CA 413 3%

jttylb

*414*4.

34 :4904

1995 School Council ors L-R: Poppy Shmith, Alice Hume, Natasha Holmes, Karina Cnaves, Fiona Hammond. Sophie Trumble. Amy Scally, Siobhan Hammer.

%0*k

From Germany and Rome

g.x 82iti

special visiting speaker

Sr Roswitha Bach, I.B.V.M. Topic: Mary Ward, a Wisdom

1%4*Y

Figure for Women Today Date:

17th March. 1995 ,r*74

Venue: Mandeville Hall 4

Time: 7.45pm All welcome - parents (especially,

Year 1 1 waitresses at the

but not only. mothers!) friends,

Anniversary Dinner

ex-students senior students, staff.

L-R: Virginia Hartley, Alicia Ferla. Kate Papaluca, Katherine Baggoley, Belinda Donald, Kathryn Bannon

Homestay

by Fukuoka Kaisei School For three enjoyable and busy weeks in July and August this year, families of Loreto Mandeville Hall hosted 26 students of the

PERFORMING ARTS FESTIVAL

• Everything was new to me. Make-up also was new to me. The festival was enjoyable indeed. I was surprised to know that the students did everything by themselves without teachers' help.

Fukuoka Kaisei Catholic Girls' High School iii

• I am very grateful to be given sucli a

Japan. Tlie students became part of the life of

wonderful chance as to take part in it. It is

the school and took part in many activities

my greatest memory.

which resulted in warm friendships being

• Dances were good. Songs were good. The

formed and new understandings about another

performances of'the other Houses were also

culture.

good. Costumes were cute. The onlytrouble

The tears shed as the students embarked on

I faced with was painting my face, all white.

ttheir .journey home were a testimony to the

It was such a big shock that I felt almost

warm welcome wliich had been extended to

dead when I heard about the painting.

the group by the Loreto family. Thanks to Mrs Nola Farrington, Loreto's Japanese teacher, for her extremely efficient organization of this excliange programme.

The following are some reflections on

interaction with Loreto students, writteii by Fukuoka Kaisei Girls' High School students.

HOME ECONOMICS - SCONE MAKING

• I enjoyed making scones. We worked together. It was a good memory. I should like to make theni iii Japan.

• I was happy while I was making scones.

When I gave them to my host sister, she said, 'You cook very well!' Then I was very

JAPANESE CLASSES • I have been speaking Japanese since I was

a small child, Japanese seems to be easy,

happy again.

• I could not do quite well. The top was a bit burnt. I could not find them delicious.

but I found it difficult for foreigners. It was difficult for me to speak Japanese slowly. 'Machiko' and 'Michiko' are often mistaken.

-0 ,#C.

• I was surprised to know that tliey speak Japanese very well. When we could not make ourselves understood in English or Japanese, we communicated with body

language and pictures. They are very positive. I felt the difference between theni and us.

• They have learned Japanese f'or oiily two years, but they speak Japanese. We have

learned English for five years, nevertheless we speak it only a little. I felt envious. I know a bit about what they are learning.

• They speak Japanese better than I had expected. To teacli Japanese and to learn about Australia was very enjoyable.

• We became friends through these

Alexandra Stafford, Year 5, with Saori Kajiya, Noriko Okabe and Ai Nishimoto

interactions.

• Sometimes I felt their Japanese funny. So I guess they feel our English funny.

AT IUNHOR SCHOOL

Saori Kajiya and Yuica Ezaki ready for the Performing Arts Festival

• The pupils were so cute that I wished I

could take one of them to Japan in secret. I am not good at teaching, so it was difficult to tell them how to fold paper cranes in English. The Loreto students were with us and explained in English. I was very grateful to them.

• We told 'origami' to five year old girls. I found what I thought easy was difficult for

them. When we told them, they were very happy. When they completed, they came to us to show them.

• They asked us a lot of questions about Japan. They seem to be interested in Japan.

&*it k

ensure access to as wide a range of materials

Research and

as possible.

the Senior Library

Parents ave more than welcome to visit the

Senior Library and see what is available for Given the enormous increase 111 research

their daughters, or to call if they

have a

being undertaken by our students, particularly

particular concei'n about any aspect of

at VCE level, it seems timely to describe the

research their daughters may be undertaking.

research activity iii our library.

(Mrs) Rosemary Abbott

The library aims to provide access to as

(Senior Librarian)

many sources of information as the girls are likely to require. To this end, we have a well-

established core collection consisting of books, reference material, and journals. We also have four well-qualified teacher librarians on the staff to assist students.

Our automated library system ( Urica) gives

j

the girls ready access to these books and reference sources. To best use our extensive

journal collection. we subscribe to a variety of indexes, some printed and others on CD-ROM. To further expand the range of materials, the library is a member of a document delivery network with seven other schools and two

public libraries. Between them, the members of this network hold over 600.journal titles. If our students require a journal held in one of these libraries, a request is faxed by our library staff and the article in question is faxed back to us within hours.

The library also subscribes to a service run by the State Library of Victoria which provides

access to a comprehensive range of journal articles.

These

articles

are

listed in

bibliographies prepared oil particular VCE work requirements by State I=ibrary staff.

Our library is a member of the Prahran Mechanics Institute. This entitles our VCE

Australian History students to use a wide variety of excelle.nt local history materials.

%

Occasionally it may be necessary for a student to go beyond the resources detailed

Fiona Hammond

here. This is generally clone after discussion with library stafT and is only recommended after all other avenues have been exhausted.

Amanda Kortt and Vanessa Slaven

We have found, during 1994, that our students are using other libraries relatively little. Many organizations are happy to send

material to the Senior Library or to individual students. Whether or not students need to go beyond the school library will depend largely

on the topic they need to research. For example, some Physics work requirements will necessitate the collection of' very detailed technical in formation which may only be

available in specialist libraries. Students who wish to do 'that bit extra' may decide to go to other libraries to find additional information.

The libraries our students Illight use include

tlie State Library of Victoria. university libraries, and special libraries in government

departments. Our library has a collection of' directories which assist the girls in locating

44*

outside resources should they be required. If they need to contact organizations, they are

%%

able to do so from the Library.

I

We are constantly reviewing our services. It is important that we keep up with any new developments, technological or otherwise, to

,

My VVeek in Canberra: The National Capital Seminar

however, she said that in comparison with their residence iii Tasmania, this was actually a step down!

During the week we heard many interesting speeches and debates, such as the debate between Tony Abbott and Mark Ryan on the

On Sunday 25th September I ventured to

Republican issue, but there was also one which

Canberra for the second week of the holidays,

we would all rather forget and that was when

to attend the National Capital Seminar

Bob Hogg and Andrew Robb, the Federal

organized by the Queen's Trust. The Seminar

Directors of the Labor and Liberal Parties

is held every year for 100 Year 11 students

respectively, proceeded to tell us the winning

from around Australia with the aim of giving

margin of all 147 seats at the last election.

them a practical understanding of the

One thing that did surprise me was the

Australian democratic system of government.

failure of some politicians to protect the image

We did so through visiting Parliament House and meeting various politicians, senior public servants and ambassadors.

Even though everyone arrived at the airport

of' the party. For example, John Kerrin told us that Paul Keating pulled him off the front bench because he thought he was brain dead!

And when John Hewson came to speak to us

knowing no-one, the plane trip was all it took

at the lecture theatre at Camberra Grammar,

for the Victorian contingent to get to know

he was overjoyed to see the headline 'Downer

each other. On arrival in Camberra we were

Slunips Further in AGP Poll' on the wall.

taken to our lodgings for the week, the

Canberra Grammar Boarding House, and there we 11-let the 72 other participants and the organizer of the Seminar, Mr Ian Denman.

Unlike Fiona Kelly, however, who attended

the Seminar in 1992, I did not get to sleep in Patrick Keating's bed! Iii the afternoon we

were allocated to one of seven tutor groups where we would have the opportunity to argue and discuss the points raised by the speakers who came to talk to us during the week.

That night, the Seminar was officially opened by General Sir Phillip Bennett, the Acting Governor General, and from this point on formal attire was expected of us. The first day of the Seminar was spent at Parliament House where our first speaker, Mr Peter O'Keeffe, the Clerk Assistant of Procedure in

the Senate, opened his speech rather bluntly with the quote: 'Politics is what you can get away with not what you can do for the people.'

His aim was to instill some healthy cynicism in all of us, which he did, for from then on no-

one was afraid to ask the tough questions of

Other highlights included our mock session of Parliament in the Senate chamber of the

old Parliament House, and when the Deputy High Commissioner for New Zealand discussed whether the Cliapell brothers' decision to bowl underarm in the 1981 test had affected trade

relations between the two countries; lie assured us it had.

The week was indeed informative, educational and enjoyable, the biggest highlight being the opportunity to form friendships with other Year 11 students from around Australia. I certainly gained a greater respect for Australia's politicians after seeing the amount of committee work as well as

sessions they have to deal with in a week, and I learned that the geiieral disrespect among politiciaiis towards the media is due to the perpetuation of the 'lazy, uncaring, overpaid' stereotype. Hence politicians try to avoid the media as much as possible for, as Napoleon once said 'Four hostile newspapers are to be

more feared than 1000 bayonets.'

Alice Hume

the politicians who spoke to us

(Year 11)

Senator Chery Kernot, who spoke on the subject of 'Women in Politics', was definitely

one of the most inspiring speakers of the week and, although the boys did not appreciate everything she had to say, everyone was shocked to find out that there are only 5%

Congratulations!

more women in Parliament now than 40 years

The whole school

ago.

One of the highlights of' the week was the tour of the restricted areas of Parliament

community Of

House. We were shown the 'sacred' Cabinet

Loreto Mandeville Hall

Room where most policy decision are made.

offers its warmest

This room is so important we were not allowed to take photos in case they got into the hands of other governments' security or intelligence agencies. We were also taken to the Hansard

congratulations to our Principal, Mrs Anne Hunt,

library where there are more than 4 million

on achieving

pages of speeches recorded since Parliament first opened in 1927.

The main reception for the week was held at Yarralumla (Government House) which was a

the award of Doctor of Theology.

very suave occasion. When we commented to

Lady Bennett how beautiful the estate was,

VULL

44344'

House Sports Captains and

K- 12 Loreto Religious

School Sports Captains

Education and Liturgy

Congratulations to these ,students who will hold the

following- positions ofleadership and responsibility in the school in 1995:

Sports Captain

Sports

Vice-Captain Victoria Ellis

Barry

Conference

Coorparoo, Qld., October 25th- 28th This conference was organized by the Board Education Advisory

Michaela

Central

Bingh aiii

(C.E.A.B.) fur all the Loreto primary and

Mornana

Camilla Bourke

Kylie Podolakin

Mulhall

Sarah O'Byrne

Beth Glynn

Ward

Alice Hume

Marian Bard

developments in the field of religious education and liturgy which were of concern

Captain

Vice-Captain

to the different schools.

resources, and to discuss issues and

Aerobics

Julia Rachelle

Sara Harris

Athletics

Camilla Bourke

Marian Bard

Basketball

Emily Roberts

Elizabeth Glynn

Cricket

Christina Browning

Katherine Adam

Cross Country Virginia Grant

Lesley Horder

Ms Helen O Keefe, Mrs Pat O Halloran and Mrs Dot Peters represented Loreto Mandeville Hall.

The highlights were:

• the interaction with colleagues from all around Australia:

Fencing

Virginia Jones

Gymnastics

Jacqueline Rennie

Julia Penna

Hockey

Sarah O'Byrne

Katherine Adam

Netball

Virginia Hartley

Elizabeth Glynti

Rowing

Belinda Gibson

Alice Hume

Skiing

Letitia Gamble

Nina Bonacci

Softball

Kathryn Bannon

Sarah O'Byrne

Swimming

Marian Bar6

Kate Papaluca

Tennis

Sara Harris

Camilla Bourke

Water Polo Kylie Podolakin

secondary schools to share ideas and

• the three speakers who presented issues relevant to all the schools (feminist

theology and the place of women in the church; the place of academic rigour in the teaching of religion; the lack of' liturgical progress in parishes in recent

years and the consequent importance of liturgy in a school setting); • the tours of the renovated Catholic

cathedral and the Anglican cathedral in

Chantal

O'Donoghue

The School Sports Captain will be announced at the final assembly for the year.

the process of' restoration; • the warm hospitality of the Loreto Coorparoo staff.

A wealth of experience and practical ideas was shal·ed. one of the most impressive being

the religious art project undertaken by Year

A

9 students at Marryatville every second year. One recent project was the building

k

and painting of'hinged Marian icons for each

classroom, while another was a large piece

Congratulations

of silk screenprinting featuring the story of creation in a modern context.

Other schools were interested in our senior

We congratulate the following girls

R.E. programme in which all work

who haue been appointed to

undertaken is credited to the V.C.E.. and

there is the opportunity to take Texts and

leadership positions

Traditions as a Unit 3/4 subject. It is

in Music in 1995

pleasing to learn that Victoria is ahead of

other states in providing substantial religious studies units as part of the V.C.E.

Senior Chorister

Queensland has one good religious studies

Virginia Jones -

course but does not have a subject equivalent to Texts and Traditions.

Orchestra Leader

(Ms) Helen O'Keefe

Elspeth Martini

(Religious Education Co-ordiiiator, Senior School)

h Leader of Concert Band

Melissa Migliardi

9%43, '

2.1714)< Nk

An'

DEVELOPING LORETO

family, as well as to the wider community. The Director will also be keen to join with existing

1995 heralds a new era for Loreto with three

schools establishing Development Offices.

bschool organisations to encourage closer contact with the school, and amongst themselves.

Loreto Mandeville Hall, Loreto College

The establishment of the Development Office

Normanhurst (Sydney), and Loreto College

is an important step for Loreto Mandeville Hall

Marryatville (Adelaide), all plan to appoint

tliat should challenge, and stimulate, all

full-time Development Staffin the near future.

members of the school community. It is a clear

Loreto Kirribilli in Syclney has had a

sign that the school is moving forward, that the

Development Office for the past five years.

path is defined, and that we, and those who

Whilst this represents a new and exciting direction for our schools, Development Offices

follow us, will be better for having taken the ,Journey.

Ian James

are by no means new to independent schools.

(Business Manager)

Many independent schools have had Development programmes in place for many years, some for more than twenty years. This

Welcome

should come as no surprise because all these schools are subject to the same enrolment and financial constraints and the same long term uncertainty of Government funding.

We are happy to welcome the new Registrar, Ms Zena Roslan, to Loreto Mandeville Hall.

Zena is a Past Pupil of Loreto Coorparoo and

Traditionally, Development Offices are

recently returned to Brisbane for her first class

associated witli fundraising. but this often

reunion in 25 years! Zena has lived in Melbourne

represents a narrow view of their contribution

since the early 19708 and has worked mostly in

to a school. There will always be differences

the area of university and medical research

between schools, but in addition to fundraising,

administration. This year she completes part-

many Development Offices also play a vital role

time studies at RMIT for the Bachelor of

in school publications, promotional activities,

Business, niajoring in Mailagement. Zena is an

maintaining archives, and in strengthening

avid reader and film-goer, as well as enjoying

Alumni relations.

riding and walking in the bush.

After careful consideration and extensive

Any parents who are considering schools for

research, the School Council of Loreto

their daughters would be most welcome to

Mandeville Hall has de.ci(led to appoint a

contact Zena for information about education at

Director of Development in the first quarter of

Loreto Mandeville Hall. and she would be happy

1995. This decision arose from the strategic

to show you over the school.

planning process which the Council, and the

School, has been engaged in during the latter part of this year. The work on the strategic plan confirmed that over the next five to ten years ali extensive capital programme for buildings, and facilities, is essential.

This development programme will demand a greater financial commitment from the school than can be met through its fee income alone.

3/9644/ .3/"

/4 Pj

In addition, the Council recognises that income ti'C)iii Government Grants will remain static iii

the short term, and diminish in the long term.

As a result, the school needs a long term

r**/tr

commitment to establishing its financial independence from grants, and from debt. The

decision to create a Development Office 442

represents this commitment.

Fundraising on an on-going basis, and the encouragement of philanthropy tlirough gifts . 9-*

and bequests, is the future path for all

. 4 f.- k

independent schools. The Loreto schools, including Loreto Mandeville Hall, acknowledge this immutable fact. $, MF*:

Fundraising is fundamental to the future of' this school, but in common with all the Loreto

schools, the Principal and School Council are

also committed to the position that the fundraising function must serve, and not dominate, the core educational and philosophical goals and values of the school.

The task of the Director of Development at Loreto Mandeville Hall will be more than

fundraising. The Director will join other school bodies in promoting the school within the school

Ms Zena Roslan

79

Interschool Foreign

Exchange Dealing Competition The 1994 Year 11 E conom ics class was

fortunate enough to be invited to compete in the inaugural Secondary Schools Foreign Exchange Dealing Competition. The competition involves seven schools and is organized by the Department of Banking and Finance, Monash University, Caulfield Campus.

In preparation for the competition, the co-ordinator of the programme, Megan Hand, visited Loreto to provide the girls with the necessary background knowledge on the foreign exchange market. We were then given art opportunity to have a trial run on Monday

17th

October at Monash

University's Treasury Dealing Facility. Four Finalists Interschool Foreign Exchange Dealing Competition L-R: Sophie McGowan, Alicia Ferla, Belinda Donald

groups consisting of three girls, each representing a bank, were provided with two computers and two telephones, allowing them to operate iii a market simulation. buying and selling Australian dollars in exchange for U.S. dollars. Each girl was assigned a specific task. The Dealer was in

charge of the phones, communicating rates

34

and making deals. The Risk Manager had a ...

more difficult role, involving calculating the bank's position and advising the team on deals to increase earnings. The less demandingduty of Position Keeper required the accurate recording of deals onto

computer - and sitting in a comfy chair;

4S

6./. $ 1

t

Mrs Young excelled at this!

With Megan's guidance, the competition continued successfully throughout the two hours provided for trading. Deals were made with opposition banks, a mock Reserve Bank, and

corporations.

Despite

a few

disagreements, the trading periods flowed smoothly and one bank emerged the winner.

Strangely enough, the Wi1111illg team was mine - tlie ANZ. The hard work and stress

had paid off for the team - Belinda Donald, Alicia Ferla and Sophie McGowan. A profit

of $360,000 secured first place, followed /4

closely by the Commonwealth Bank team of Julia Penna, Katherine Ng and Kate Baggoley, and the NAB team, Ainslee

Congratulations to the staff pictured above who have recently completed further qualifications.

Spadaro and Susaniiah Portelli.

The winning team will participate in the

L-R: Miss Carolyn Fox - Graduate Diploma in Exercise and

interschool play-off, to be held on

Sports Science: Exercise Physiology and Biomechanics. Victoria

Wednesday 30th November, against Scotch,

University of Technology, Footscray Campus

Melbourne Grammar, Melbourne High,

Mrs Margaret Quill - Graduate Diploma in Education: English

and Social Science, Melbourne University, Hawthorn Campus Mrs Amanda Apthorpe - Master of Science: History and Philosophy of Science, Melbourne University

Mrs Wendy Todd - Master of Education in Music: Choral Direction, Melbourne University

12

M.L.C. and Lauriston. Scotch almost doubled

our earnings in the trials, so we are expecting a very competitive, but enjoyable, final.

SophieMeGowan (Year 11)

Encore!

In early October the Preps, Year 1 and Year 2 classes combined for a music concert. The

students performed twice, once for the parents and once for the entire Junior School.

The girls marched onto the stage and moved to an aerobics routine led by Jessica Carter in Year 2. Each class level had a special song or poem to perform, interspersed with other songs, niovenient games and a gym routine. All the

girls

performed,

sang

and

1

marched

enthusiastically. The theme of 'The Circus' generated much excitement and enjoyment for both the girls and the audience.

(Mrs) Sally O'Byrne (Prep Co-ordinator)

Alice Landy, Elly Mantas, Daniele Wilton, Charlotte Chalmers, Bridget Noonan

Year 3 Sleepover

Take Your Partners

- It's Expo Day

Year 3 had a SLEEPOVER. It was great

Our Year 5 students and teachers extended

an invitation to future Loreto Mandeville Hall

girls to join them on our Expo Day for a funfilled afternoon of activities.

fun because we had fantastic activities!

Some activities have an iniportant skill wllich is co-operation. When we ate dinner we had to show our good manners. We said grace

before

0 11 !'

meal

because

we

The visiting girls were paired with a Year 5

appreciated our food. The food we ate was

'buddy' for the day'S activities, which cominenced

fruit and vegetables and this is God's food

with lunch, followed by sporting, drama, art

for healthy bodies.

and computer activities.

In the latter part of the afternoon, all the

girls had an opportunity to enjoy some other parts of the Expo Day programme which included a tour of the Senior School Art

Exhibition, a visit to the Planetarium in

If we were asleep, and if we woke up, we had to consider other people. This sleepover wasn't only for fun. It was also to help us learn about outdoor skills like finding locations iii treasure hunts. We also were

Mandeville Hall. and a taste sensation

getting to know each other. We had to get

experience, sampling damper at the bush canip.

used to going away from home because later

It was an ideal opportunity to meet other students who will be part of our Year 7 community in 1996, and we all experienced something more oftlie life at Loreto Mandeville Hall.

on you have 1.0 go on camps. These are SKILLS FOR LIFE. In my opinion we all enjoyed it very much and want to do it again but it is a fact that everyone was very tired the next day!

(Mrs) Dot Peters and (Mrs) Geraldine Lucie

Bridget Scanlon

(Year 5 teachers)

(Year 3)

Loreto Mothers' Association

Monday 6th February, 1995 Morning Tea will be served from 8.45am Junior School Multi Purpose Room All mothers welcome, especially nete Loreto mothers.

1

Loreto Mandeville Hall 70TH ANNIVERSARY DINNER

1924 -1994 held on 27th October, 1994 The recent 7()th Anniversary dinner was truly a memorable occasion. The Spirit of Loreto was there, alive and well. as the Senior School

Gynina.sium was transformed into an elegant banquet hall. Those who moved across the years fri) in meeting in the "Front Parlour" to nieeting in the Gymnasium did so eflortlessly Ilappy faces from the vintage years mingled with those of recent times. Many mothers arrived with their daughters. Some of the old boys graced us with their presence and were warmly received. It truly was a great birthday party as all 440 present can testify, especially those who continued celebrating into the early hours.

Everyone revelled in the opportunity to extend friendships, catch up on news from old teachers and renew acquaintances with contemporaries.

We were all most grateful for the warm hospitality of the school community and especially the students who acted as hostesses for the evening. The bonds of any Loreto Coinmunity are so strong that age holds no Back Row L-R: Diana Lowe (Bowen), Ann Bailey (Northam), Marg Robertson (Bergin), Julianna O'Bryan (Adams) Front Row L-R: Moya Turner (McCormack), Doreen Berkowitz, Adrienne McMahon (Williams). Jenny Carr (Montague)

barrier.

As Sister Deirdre Rofe spoke. we were reminded of the essence of this friendship we share: To Comfort each other

To Challenge ourselves To Collaborate

To assist each other to Cope with change.

All is definitely well with Loreto Mandeville Hall. Toorak. The wonderful contribution of the

L-R. Diana Lowe (Bowen). Diana Yeldam (Lord),

nuns from the earliest days is still bearing fruit.

Diana Garretty (King)

Andrea Maule

(President, Past Pupils' Association)

Captions Opposite Page -

Top Photos: Left: Betty McCombe (Coghlan) and Barbara Andersen (Manning)

Right: Back Row L-R: Ros Merry (Ahern), Rani Ryan (Tiernan), Diana Gay,

Teddy Delaney (Oates), Felicity Jackman (Sinn), Jill Lethlean (Maggs), Diana Duck (Gardini) Front Row L-R: Sarah Lethlean.

Pat Parkinson (Galbally), Jill Coyne (Guest) Centre Photos:

Left: Anne Hunt (Principal) with Mary Cass, the oldest Past Pupil at the dinner. Mary proposed a toast to the IBVM sisters.

Right: Pat Lachal (Peppard) and Joan Hoppe (O'Grady) Bottom Photos:

Left: Deirdre Evans (O'Brien), Pat Schaefer, Maria Bongiorno IBVM

Right: Toni Meehan and Francesca Shelton (Cash)

14

.

1

r

4, \ i

r f

44

4

e

LORETO MANDEVILLE HALL PAST PUPILS' 70TH BIRTHDAY DINNER

-3

*1\

f M

14/4# fk . */Il 3974'.

Ai

Back Row L-R: Libby Peters.

Sonia Francazio, Cathy Sim. Prue Holyman (Ahern), Sally OByrne (Ahern).

Geraldine Lucie (Anderson) Front Row L-R: Nicola Smith

(Morris), Caroline Nattrass :I'

I

(O'Shea), Cathy Ferrari (Bailey), Marguerite Byrnes. Liz Blackie 0{

€-3

.

31

0

·4@32

1955 Anne Quay (D'Arcy) and Patsy Callan (Meehan)

1993 Back Row L-R: Virginia Croagh, Emily Hummerston. Kate Routley, Michaela Keogh, Fiona Kelly, Lucy Trumble, Amanda Humphreys, Emma Dunlevie Front Row L-R: Claire Nelson, Anna Bowen, Kate Varghese

U?

76 1955 Caroline Collins (Goulding) and Julie Loughnan (D Arcy)

Anne McPhee IBVM and Meg Hannan IBVM

1968 Back Row L-R: Catriona

Cain (Bryce), Trish Thompson (Coleman). Anne Lechte (Kevin), Mary Ann Carroll (Marzorini), Judy Hemingway (McCann), Helen Botham (Sheahan),

Liz Brett Young (Ryan), Chris Hauseman (Guest)

I

Front Row L-R: Andrea Maule

77

(England), Gigi O'Donoghue (Douez), Marg O'Loughlin

A

(McCann), Merrin Corrigan (Pacini)

0 & V' 11 1

Below:

Left: 1936 Margaret Healy and Shirley Johnson (Lovig) .4.

Right: Edna Mullaney (Murphy)

and Phyl is O'Rorke (Wearne)

-

a. 2 -2.4,9 ¥

le

4 A A.

44 Left: Patricia Finn and Yvonne McCardel (Wearne) Below: 1969 Karen Pearce (Alessio), Jo Gunnersen (Moon), Jo Lonergan (Connaughton)

t

A f -42% V n U

4

-

49

0

*

e

0

.

'A g4

A

Top Photos:

Left: Toni Matha IBVM, Helen Maguire IBVM, Jane Kelly IBVM Right: Pat Forrest (Coghlan)

«r

Centre Photo:

1976 Andrea Comerford (King), Julie Moran (Burke), Bernadette Benson (Carroll)

Bottom Photos:

Left: Geraldine O'Day (Van Heems), Betty Daly, Pat Forrest, Margaret Cohen (O'Hara)

Right: "Boys" Simon O'Donoghue. Jay Dwye·r, Jim Hewson, Peter Dwyer, Richard Hoppe, Michael Barrett

S...'.:

%25:

A

Engagements Madeleine Waters ('88) to Noel Wood Andrea Carnovale ('85) to Andrew James

Sue Wuttke ( staff) to Richard Droege Marriages Bernadette Waters ('82)

to Aidan Delaney 14/5/94 Loretta Waters ('85)

to Anthony Vasquez 26/2/94 Michael Francis (Prep '68 to Gr 2 '70)

to Sonya Tromp 15/10/94

travelled to Ediiiburgh in November to join her

husband who is studying for an MBA at the University of Edinburgh.They will be living in Scotland for two years. Caroline's sister Angela ('81) now lives iii Darwin where she works as a

renal nurse while also studying for a Science Degree at Darwin University ma.joring in Archaeology.

My personai thanks to Mrs Win Hickey, retiring President of the Mothers' Association for her valuable assistance and co-operation during her time in office.

Special thanks to Mrs Andrea Maule for her Births

wonderful help as President of the Past Pupils'

To Aiina (Doyle) and Robbie Beaton, a son,

Association. and to both Andrea and Sr Ruth

Thomas William

To Amanda (Oxley) and Shane Booth, a daughter, Georgia Yvette To Louise (Antonio) and Terry Phillips, a daughter, Michelle To Melissa (Antonie) and Craig Robson, a daughter, Annie-Rose To Marcelle (Ryan) and Andrew Nicholls, a

Winship IBVM for supplying the names for all the Anniversary Dinner photographs in this 1SSUe.

414 Christmas greetings to all Mandevillian readers

daughter, Mireille Tescha

To Rowena (Francis) and Timothy Keen. a soii, Stuart Timothy

To Sandra (Perronnet) and Join Langhoff, a daughter, Madeline To Marguerite (Skehan) and Kevin Curran. a son, Joseph

To Elizabeth (Ralph) and Craig Rowe, a daughter, Meg Ellen To Gabrielle (Kiely) and Jonathan Broome. a son. Sebastian Michael To Chris (staff) and James Edmonds, a

daughter, Lucy Jill

To Jenny (stafD and Ron Lane, a daughter, Anna Claire

To Michelle (Clancy) and Tim Paine, a son, Charlie

To Melinda Polglaze and Mark Savage, a daughter, Kaela

Triple M! On Thursday 10th November Cathy Ferrari and Sally-Anne Hinton organized the Triple M Oaks Day Picnic (Mandeville Maternal Mothers).

The picnic was due to be held in the park, but, due to inclement weather. we all gathered at Sally's house. A marvellous but very crowded day was enjoyed by all - iii fact there was so much action that the 'Crown Casino Oaks' Stakes' race could not even be heard. We all had

a cheer for Loreto and felt that next year we could attempt a Triple M tent at the Oaks with children in tow.

In attendance were Sally-Anne and Lucy (9 mths) Hinton, Cathy and Nicholas (9 mths) Ferrari, Cathy, Nicholas (3 yrs), Harry and Will (9 mths) Stobie, Bambi and Brooke (2 yrs)

Deaths

McAuley, Linda and Xavier (2 yrs) George,

Our prayers and sympathy are extended to the

Marie, Michael (4 yrs) and Jacqui (2 yrs)

family and friends of:

Schmidt, Kate, Jackson (2 yrs) and Daniel (5

Judith Blake (O'Haire) past pupil '71

mths) Stedman, Anna Meirelles and Alesso ( 1

Ellen Sullivan, past pupil

yr), Lisa Pidcock and Joanna ( 11 mths), and Chris Edmonds and Jenny Lane who were expecting

Hazel Renison ( Mother of Jill Barnett) Lino Salzano (Father of Tania)

any minute ( see birth announcements). Certainly a Loreto family occasion!

(Mrs) Cathy Ferrari

Editor's Mailbag

Thanks to a number of people who wrote or

Keep this date #ee:

phoned to give us the names of the mystery

3lst March, 1995

Friends of Judith Blake (O'Haire) will be saddened to learn of her death in a car accident

at Swan Hill in September.

riders in the last edition. (See article this issue) Ruth Trait ('50) wrote to tell us of the death of

for the

a dear classmate, Ellen Sullivan on 8 September this year. Ellen, who came from Tasmania at the age of eight to board at Mandeville, was a

nurse renowned for her generous voluntary work iii the service of others. Her Requiem Mass was celebrated at the Carmelite Monastery in Kew. Caroline McLellan (Kelly, '83) who is working

PAST PUPILS'

COCKTAIL PARTY

as a production manager in the film industry,

24*<

PAST PUPIL PROFILE:

Genevieve Walker 3>912*3*f*52{ej *dlii*a

Genevieve W-alker finished her final year at Loreto Mandeville Hall in 1987. As a recent

past pupil, Genevieve has achieved inuch in the seven years since leaving school. The

following profile is one which reflects courage,

1%* 4

compassion and a determination to listen to the call for human dignity and respect.

241*

5.1

ge */

..4-- *s

0.*"10.«»tie=

li

Having completed a Bachelor of Arts at

00,{ 314*340,//5//I/;%4%*099

Melbourne University, Genevieve now finds herself challenged by the immense poverty and suffering which lie at the heart of life in Calcutta, India.

Her desire to give up her comfortable

: -......"&#*93*50/A l :»3

lifestyle in Melbourne in order to be with the people of Calcutta is no surprise to those who

414 4

know Genevieve well. As a Mandeville student

she used to visit The Way, a place for homeless men, as part of her social service. Having listened to the emotional rewards that such

work brought, Genevieve continued to offer her gifts and time at The Way during the last seven years of her studies.

Her present work in Calcutta is not easy, to say the least, and has taken its toll in terms of Genevieve's health and emotional energy at

r

times. On the other hand, it has given her a satisfaction and an opening in life which she would not have been able to find in the day-today routine of the life she was leading here in

Genevieve Walker

Melbourne.

'The comforts and enjoyments I have experienced in my life are not necessary, it

took coming to Calcutta to realise this. ' Genevieve has found Calcutta to be a place crying out for a total commitment to .justice and human dignity. This may seem to many like an unachievable ideal when the huge gap between the wealthy and the poor is considered. It is only the work and heart-filled response of people like Genevieve which re-

What Genevieve finds most difficult is the

attitude of the people of Calcutta, who accept poverty as quite normal, and do not question it.

Thankfully for those who are crying out in Calcutta, there are gifted young people like Genevieve who have taken the time and

courage to act upon their belief that all human beings have the desire and right to experience the dignity offered to them through their very birth into this world.

establishes our hope that human dignity and

You are an inspiration to all who know you,

respect can be achieved for the whole of

Genevieve. We wish you every blessing for

humanity.

your future in Calcutta and beyond.

Genevieve is fortunate enough to be teaching

Kylie Smith

with an extraordinary woman, Sr Cyril, at the Loreto Day School in Sealdah. It is in this environment that Genevieve receives great joy from the 12-year-old children, who are bursting with enthusiasm to learn, especially 'the rainbow children', who are literally picked up from the streets of Calcutta and given a chance to learn to read and write. Such an

opportunity for education is a wonderful gift

for these children. In addition to the teaching, Genevieve spends much of her time at Kalighat, Mother Teresa's hospital for the

dying. The experiences which test Genevieve's ability to give include 'showering literal skeletons, feeding mouths which could be taking their last breath, and dressing open wounds which go right through to the bone'.

In her spare time she visits a drug and rehabilitation clinic for chronically ill men. It is here that she has built some 'close and

healthy relationships.'

Sister Cyril and volunteers with Rainbow Children at Loreto Day School Sealdah,Calcutta India

in the Rotary-sponsored Mini United Nations

Association (MUNA), representing Kenya.

Susannah Portelli (Year 11) was one of' 62 students from around Australia to attend the Citizen Awareness Conference in Canberra in

May. Alice Hume, Chantal O'Donoghue and Susannah Pot·telli (Year 11) attended the Victorian Schools Constitution Convention.

Emily Bell (Year 12) produced an animated video, "Colour My World", which was selected to be shown in the 1994 Panasonic Student Film/

Video Festival. Among a wide range of fundraising activities conducted by students throughout the year, the fund-raising for the

Rwanda Appeal, led by Year 11, in which $1,200 was collected, was particularly noteworthy, as the students combined prayer and fasting, and

a guest speaker with their fund-raising effort.

We took a number of new strides in school V -

programme development: Religious Education: In addition to VCE Units 1&2 which are offered at Year 11 and 12, we have introduced VCE-Texts and Traditions:

Units 3 & 4. Religious Education remains a compulsory subject for all students at alllevels, but the introduction of a range of Religious Mrs Anne Hunt

Education units at VCE now allows students to exercise some choice in their RE course at this

stage. Currently, our students can choose

Principal's School Report

between Ethics or Texts and Traditions (a course

for 1994

which is focussed on study of biblical texts).

1994 was to be a particularly special year for us at Mandeville Hall. It was the 70th

anniversary of the opening of our school here at Toorak, a time to look back with pride and gratitude on our history, and a time to pay

special tribute to the Irish Loreto sisters who, undei the leadership of Mother Gonzaga Barry, brought Loreto to Australia in 1875.

Curriculum initiatives

Once again, we began the year with joy and pride in the VCE results for our Year 12

graduates. With 37.7% of all tlieir assessments A's (A+ or A) and 35.5% B's. it was a stirling result, another tribute to Loreto's commitment

to encourage each student to strive for excellence

Japanese: Japanese now extends to Year 11 and, iii 1996, it will be offered through to Year

12. In addition to welcoming a number of international exchange students - from France, Spain, and U.S.A. - as we do each year, we were

especially delighted to host a homestay visit for a group of 26 Japanese exchange students from Fukuoka Kaisei school (admiiiistered by Franciscan Missionaries of Mary) in July. It

was perfect timing, for the girls arrived in time to participate with us in the Performing Arts Festival. In 1995, we look forward to conducting a Japanese homestay programme for our students. This trip will complement the programme of trips to Indonesia for our students of Indonesian and to New Caledonia for students of French.

in all that she does and to assist her to achieve

her goals in a distinctly and proudly Catholic context.

In a number of areas, several students

achieved outstanding results: Catryn Walters (Year 12) was awarded the $500 Monash Prize as our most outstanding Year 11 student for 1993. Veronica Angelatos (Year 11), was a national finalist, for the second time, in the 1994 Canon Young Writers of the Year competition, achieving 3rd place. Catryn Walters

also achieved 1st place in the State in the written section of the Alliance Francaise competition and Prudence Nolan (Year 12) achieved 2nd

place overall in the State in the same competition. Nicolette de Zoete (Year 12) was

selected to participate in the Mathematics Association of Victoria Camp in January, 1994.

Alice Hume (Year 11) was selected to attend

Years 8 - 10 elective structure: One of the

major goals of 1994 was to review the Years 7 10 curriculum. As a result of this review, the

elective programme has been modified to allow a more flexible arrangement. As from 1995, the

elective system will begin at Year 8 (rather than in Year 9, as previously) with students choosing 3 electives from a choice of French, Japanese, Indonesian, Music, Art and Home Economics.

LOTE (Languages Other Than English) across Years 7 - 12: An important element of the curriculum review was a review of LOTE

offering in the school. Previously, both Indonesian and Japanese were offered from Year

9. As from 1995, these two languages will commence at Year 7. Students at Year 7 will

study French for the full year and each of

The Queen's Trust 1994 National Capital

Indonesian and Japanese for a semester.

Seminar in Canberra in September. Letitia Gamble and Alice Hume (Year 11) participated

LOTE across Prep to Year 6: French has been a part of the Years 4-6 curriculum for

some years now. We were keen to extend the LOTE programme to include Prep - Year 3. A

with outstandiiig performances by Vanessa

survey of all Junior School families assisted us

records (100m and Long Jump), Jane Kenny

in arriving at the revised LOTE Policy. French from Prep to Year 6 was rated most highly by parents and has been adopted as our policy, starting iii first semester, 1995.

( Year 9) who set a new record in the Long Jump,

and the Year 12A Relay Team (Jane Hoy, Natalie de Morton, Vanessa Slaven and Joanna Laurence) whicli set a new record for the 4 X

VCE Physical Education: Physical

100ni. Iii the Athletics Premier League, the

Education was introduced into t:lie VCE subject offering at Unit 1 and 2 level in 1994 with good results. We shall proceed with Units 3&4 in

Team achieved equal 1st place in the Junior section and 2nd place iii the Senior section.

Jane Kenny (Year 9) was Athlete of' the Meet.

Vanessa Slaven represented Victoria iii the

1995.

VCE Art: In 1994. we offered an after-hours

Art Folio Preparation Coui·se to senior students who wished to undertake an accelerated and

intensive practical course, which was specifically directed at preparing for entry into art courses.

We intend to continue to offer this opportunity to students in 1995. We shall also add VCE-

Studio Art to our curriculum offering in 1995.

Australian

Schools' Track

and

Field

Chainpionships, winiiing a gold medal for the 4 X 100iii relay. Our Junior School Athletics Team competed at the Arinadale District Athletic

Championships, showing great strength iii all track and field events, creating 4 new track records and 5 new field event 1·ecords.

1994 saw the establishment of the X-L

Swimming Club with Xavier College. Training

Co-curricular activities

takes place at the Stephenson Centre at Xavier,

We have also seen many fine achievements

under the supervision of John Olsen. a national

and contributions in the extra-curricular life of

level coach, who is also head coach of the

the school. on both an individual and a team

Melbourne Victoria Centre Swim Club. We have

level.

also appointed Pino Vescio, a level two national accredited diving coach, who currently works as

Music

an assistant coach to the state senior coach. as

The production of the musical "Finian's Rainbow" was one of the highlights of the year, with excellent performances by Virginia Jones

diving coach.

Megan Holt (Year 12) bi·oke the 50in Year 12 Division A Backstroke record at the S.C.S.A.

(Year 11) as Sharon and Sharna De Leo (Year

Swimming Competition. The Senior Hockey

11) as the leprechaun, Og. The Vocal Ensemble

team won the Zone premiership and Sarah

once again participated in the combined schools' performance with the Melbourne Symphony

the Under 18 Hockey State Championships

O'Byrne (Year 11) was selected to compete in

Orchestra. The Choir took End place iii their section of' the Dandenong Festival of Music and Art. At the Waverley Eisteddfod, our String

where her team won the title. Cricket has been

Orchestra won the Senior Section (Under 21)

Australian

and both Choir and Vocal Ensembles received

Cliampionships in Sydney in July and her team,

Honourable Mentions. The Vocal Ensemble also

"Ice Cadets", won a gold medal.

gained an Honourable Mention in their section of the Royal South Street Competition in

re-introduced into the Sports programme iii

1994. Fiona Tetley (Yeat· 8) competed in the National

Figure

Skating

Congratulations to Natasha Holmes (Year 11),

Our Cross Country team competed in a number ofcompetitions. The Intermediate Team won 1st place and the Junior Team 3rd place in the Presentation College Invitational Run at

who achieved a Pass witli Distinction in her

the Tan. The Junior Team won 3rd place in the

Licentiate examination with the viola this year.

of the Waverley Eisteddfod. Congratulations also

S.C.S.A. Cross Country competition at eJells Park. In the Victorian Schools Cross Country Relay Championships, our team (Virginia Grant, Lesley Horden Felicity Zahara and Natalie de

to Marie Danielle Turner (Year 8) who achieved

Morton) achieved 4th place.

Ballarat.

Natasha also won 2nd place in the Under 16 String section and 1st place in the VCE section

her A.Mus.A. on violin, and to Skye Alexander-

Begbie (Year 9) who won the Under 14 piano tsection of the Mordialloc Eisteddfod.

Once again, our Fencing team has done extremely well, competing at both state and national level. Marie-Anne Davies (Year 12),

Virginia Jones (Year 11) Lucienne Bailey (Year

Sport

12), won the Victorian School Teams Under 20

The introduction of' Round Robins into the

Year 7 and 8 programme, with one Round Robin scheduled per term for interhouse competitions proved a great success and, indeed, we shall

extend this programme in 1995 to include Years 9 and 10.

Fencing Competition and the Australian Schools' Team Championships. Marie-Anne Davies won the Under 17 Fencing Singles in January and

was selected to compete in the World Championships in Mexico City at Easter, where she achieved a rank of'39 in the Under 17 Cadet

Our Athletics Team competed in a number of athletics carnivals, including the G.P.S,V.S.A, and G.S.S.A. meets and the Victorian Relay Titles. The Under 15 team (Jane Kenny, Rachel

Section and 61 in the Under 20 section. In

Hoy, Charlotte Mulder and Melissa Corbett)

October, she was selected to join the national elite team and now stands in a strong position for selection for the Olympic team selection to compete at Atlanta in 1996 and in Sydney in 2000.

won 5th place in the State final. The team made 4th place in the S.C.S.A. Athletics Carnival

In the Independent Girls' Schools Gyiiinastics Competition, our teams enjoyed considerable

Al,;

22

Slaven (Year 12) who broke two individual

success. Joanne Halpin (Year 7) came 5th overall

(Year 10) who received Acting Awards for their

in the Junior C Division, while Justina Carter

performances.

(Year 12) secured 3rd place overall in the Senior D Division. Megan Downing, Jessica Moretti,

Bushwalking

Sara Woodruff and Kelly Peterson gained 2nd

Bushwalking continues its popularity. Last

place in the Junior Bl Division; Naomi Grant,

January, an intrepid group of LMH walkers

Anita McCarthy, Ellen Woodruff and Jane

ventured forth into new lands when they

Kenny gained 2nd place in the Intermediate

embarked on a trek in Nepal. This December,

Level 6 Division and 3rd place in the

another group will set off to Cradle Mountain,

Intermediate A Division, and Anna Francis,

Tasmania.

Jessica Fetterplace, Beatta Lukasiak, Anna

Bryant and Catherine Crowe won the Junior A Division. Congratulations are also due to Beatta Lukasiak (Year 7) who achieved her Level 5.

In Aerobies, we had teams compete in the Heartbeat Competition, the annual Schools' Aerobics Competition and the Reebok Aerobics Championship, where two of our teams won their way to the finals. The Junior Team

(Madeleine Hon Ellen Woodruff, Megan O'Loughlin, Anita McCarthy, Phoebe Knowles,

and Claire Jenkins) won 3rd place. Julie Bonollo (Year 12) achieved 5th place in the Female Singles.

In the Interschool Ski Championships, Sophie Gannon (Year 10) came 15th, Lucinda Gannon

(Year 8) 6th, Anneliese Gannon (Year 6) 16th, Avesia Calman (Year 3) 13th, and Tess Custance (Year 4) 15th, in their respective divisions. Our Division 2 team (Years 9-10) was placed 9th in a field of 38 schools, Our Division 3 team (Years

7-8) was placed 11th, Division 4 (Years 5-6) 7th, and Division 5 (Years 1-4) 5th place. We were delighted to include teams from the Junior School this year, and even more delighted by their success. From a field of 26 teams from

various primary schools, our Junior School Team was placed 6th overall and qualified to proceed to the Australian Championships where it achieved 15th place.

At the Head of the Schoolgirls' Regatta on the Barwon in March, we had twelve crews compete, eleven of them rowing their way into their finals,

with the Year 10 Firsts achieving 1st place in their division. We were also very pleased to

take up our place in first class facilities and a prime location on the Yarra with the new Melbourne Rowing Club.

The greater value - the education of the whole person

All this, these many developments and achievements of 1994, is a testimony to the sheer vitality of life at Loreto Mandeville Hall.

What a rich tapestry it makes - so colourful in opportunities, with the golden threads of the many truly outstanding achievements. Many thanks are due, to the students, to the staff and

to the parents for all that they do to achieve

these superb results.

But achievements - be they academic or

otherwise - do not make the person. Achievement is commendable, but only if it is grounded in the development of the whole human person. What is of greater importance than our achievement as such, is the person we are, our integrity as a person, the strength of our character, the values which inform our life, our capacity for love which shows itself in a compassion for others and in the enduring quality of our friendships.

Just as achievements do not make the person, neither do they make the school. It is not the number of 1st places which determine whether a school is good or not. It is not the great things but the little everyday things that do. It is what

counts as normal, what counts as the things that everyone expects each day, which is the real measure of a school. Our concern and respect for one another, our acceptance of differences in each other and in the wider world, our care, our friendships, our commitment to work together, this is what makes a good school. That no one

feels isolated or alienated, that each person - be it student, parent or teacher - feels accepted, appreciated and supported in his or her efforts.

This is what makes a school truly good. It is summarised for us in the values which we hold

The establishment of an Equestrian Club is

dear at Loreto: freedom, felicity, justice,

another innovation for 1994. Now students who

integrity. All of us play a vital part in building

are interested in horse riding can train and

and sustaining this kind of school.

compete in the name of the school, with Sally Francis appointed as Equestrian Club Coach.

Debating Interschool and interhouse debating has thrived in 1994. One of the highlights of the year was the staff-student debate on the topic, "That Students Aren't What They Used to Be", with Michaela Keogh ( 1993 School Captain) adjudicating. It was a tough topic!

Congratulations to the B 1 Grade Team which reached the D.A.V. play-off for the finals.

Drama

We competed once again in the Catholic

"Imagine, believe, achieve" was the theme which Year 12 chose for the school this year.

How wisely they chose and ordered these words.

Notice that it is not just achieve, but imagine and believe. Imagining and believing come before

the achieving, for it is the imagining and the believing that determines what it is that we want to achieve, what we think is worth achieving.

As we bring 1994 to a close, let us give thanks to God for all the blessings we have received

this year. Let's return next year with new resolve to imagine, believe and achieve even more as a genuinely Loreto school, in the tradition of Mary Ward and her dream for the education ofwomen.

Schools Drama Festival - presenting a

production of"Now and Then". Congratulations

Anne Hunt

to Sarah McKeown, Bianca Pepe and Lisa Arthur

December 1994

.*134,/

4(71*) 4

0

.

-

BZATEr-Wi""i""i""i""i""i""i""i""i""i

P--4..:1h

342-2 n 2 -9191523#*ig

- - --- 45- ---uLL- _ 91793= ....

-t--as.I==E

1 Mic-*519-=-r

-----1=

IL__ \ *.69·Ui**L

Home Safely!

Veronica Angelatos and Caroline Barlow in Year 11, and Sarita Flanagan and Brigid Fitzgerald iii

Year 10, won prizes in the 'Home Safely Art and Verse Competition' held nation-wide to encourage discussion on the issue of teenagers combining alcohol and driving. Twelve prizes were awarded and we were the only school to have multiple winners.

The competition was open to students aged 14 to 19 years, and entries were judged on strength of' message, originality and creativity of approach.

Our students' work will be featured in the 1995 Home Safely Calendar which will be distributed to

secondary schools throughout Australia, a range of organizations, community groups and members of Parliament.

Cricket Report The cricket team this year was the first Loreto Mandeville Hall cricket team since 1.987 and

was comprised of girls from Year 7 through to Year 11. Since most of us had only ever played cricket in the back yard or on the beach, we played quite well, improving dramatically during the season.

We got of'fto a shaky start, losing the first two games to Carey and O.L.M, but after some coae hing tips from Australian player, Stephanie

Theodore. and some experience in hand, we came

Athletics Premier League Every Wednesday night throughout November a squad of about 20 girls competed at Olympic Park in the Athletics Premier League.

The team effort has been outstanding, particularly the entliusiastic participation of the Junior team (Years 7 and 8).

Girls compete in graded heats for sprints, middle distance and walking, whilst field

events consist of high jump, long jump and shot put.

with many outstanding players being from the

Our progress position on the 'ladder' has us in fourth place for Juniors and seventh place for Seniors. Should we remain in the top seven positions in the last two rounds, we will qualify for a berth in the A grade final on Wednesday

younger year levels.

22nd February, 1995.

Thank you to all members of the team for a successful season, especially Adele Brazenor, Catherine Fernando, Virginia Hartley,

Junior team participants are Claire Baxter, Bridget Hill, Kamy Lee, Sophie Laurence, Jane Rogan, Dianna Best, Nancy Sposato, Rachel Hoy, Jessica Curley, Michelle Chan, Daniela

close to beating Huntingtower and then won the last two games for the season, defeatingWesley. Our dramatic improvement over the course ofthe season indicates a promising future,

Samantha Stewart-Steele. Aimee Curtain,

Daniela Norman and Elspeth Martini for their enthusiastic participation and outstanding performance. We also extend our thanks to the coach, Mr Bahr, for taking the initiative to

introduce the sport again at Mandeville.

Christina Browning (Captain) and Katherine Adam (Vice-Captain)

Norman, Jessica Fetterplace, Susannah

Bailey, Chelsea Rowlings, Rachel Collard.

Senior team comprises Sarah Gurry, Catherine Fernando, Jane Kenny, Melissa Corbett, Charlotte Mulder, Sara Lynch, Virginia Grant, Lisa Meehan, Sally Carrodus, Anika Walker.

Coming Home Being asked to write an article on our time in England and my reaction to our return gave me

that I wanted the children to finish their

education in Australia - our home. So. after

much thought and discussion we decided to return to Australia. The children had been very

an opportunity to put on paper a few of my thoughts and emotions and what the trip meant

happy in England and they now felt

to our family.

Emina had left as a 12-year-old child and was returning as a 15-year-old young lady, having

When Chris came home and announced that

lie had been offered a secondment to England there was a rush of all the 'normal' fears - I

would miss my family, I would miss my friends, I would miss my tennis, the flow of the children's schooling would be interrupted - Emma was about to go into Year 7 and James was about to start at Burke Hall. There was for me an

enormous feeling of my life being severely disrupted - I was happy with my secure routine

appreliensive about returning io Australia!

made many good friends that she had great difficulty parting from. James had to go to Burke Hall in Year 8 when most of the boys had started in Year 5, and Claire was to start at Mandeville.

So, it was to be a testing time for them. They had all matured and become more self-confident

during their time away and I knew they would cope, but you can't really tell them.

Claire has settled in well in Year 5 and has

and I didn't think I wanted to change it.

had a fulfilling year-she was made very

However, as my ever-optimistic, enthusiastic husband pointed out, I should at least think

welcome in the Mandeville Junior School. James

positively and look at the benefits which could

better than we had anticipated. People at Burke

did not seem to miss a beat and fitted in even

and probably would flow from an adventure

Hall were efficient and friendly and made the

such as this.

transition quite painless. I think Emma has

So, intent only on making the most of our time away, we set off. The choice of school was

is partly because of her age. It is hard coming

vitally important to us as Chris and 1 agreed

the children had to be happy for our time away to be a success. After looking at a large number of single sex schools, we finally decided on St

found it more difficult, but I have no doubt this

back when people have made their friends and you feel a bit on the outer. She has applied herself really well to her work, and no doubt the social side will settle in time.

Edmund's College - a co-ed school in a place

I can honestly say that, after my initial

called Ware, The College was set in the

apprehension and fear, our time iii England

countryside with beautiful playing fields. We

was the most wonderful experience we have

knew the children were apprehensive and we

shared as a family. We certainly became closer.

had talked to them at length about this. Our

I think we made the most of the opportunity

major piece of advice to them was to take part

presented to us. We enjoyed every day and have

in everything that was offered to them, to take

not one regret.

advantage of every opportunity. There were

(Mrs) Prudence Ogilvy

differences in the curriculum but these were

soon overcome with the help of many of the teachers, who never treated the children as

though they were only there for a short stay.

They excelled in all the sports they tackled and their 'Australianess' ensured that they were readily accepted into the school and all aspects of' College life. They were all extremely happy.

We had found a lovely English Mill House (built in 1580) with a river running under it, so we were able to accommodate the many visitors

Dates For Your Diary 1995 March 31

Past Pupils and Friends Cocktail Party

we anticipated. The house was in the

August 13

Hertfordshire countryside twenty miles from

Mass and Annual General Meeting of the Past

London, and our time living there was just

Pupils' Association

magical.

We travelled as often as possible to as many

places as possible both in England and in Europe. There were some wonderful trips to some fantastic destinations. I suppose that is

the one major drawack to living in Australia -

Many thanks for all the support of Past Pupils and friends at our gatherings this

year.

Following on from the successful Birthday Dinner, we look forward to seeing you at school in 1995 on some occasion.

we are so far away.

Both the children and Chris and I met lots of

new people and we found them generous with be with. We know we have come home with

Reunions for several class groups are being planiied - watch future editions of The

what we believe will be life-long friends on the

Mandevillian for details.

their time, interested in our country and fun to

other side of the world.

After three years in England we had to make

We hope you and your families have a very

Happy and Blessed Christmas and New Year.

a difficult decision - when to come home. Chris

thrived on the work scene and could see many

President and Committee

opportunities if we were to stay either in England or elsewhere in Europe. I felt, however,

Loreto Toorak Past Pupils' Association.

1*91 -->t'

Geography at Large !

The Year 7 Geography students have been exploring countries that are reported on in the media much less than Europe or North Anierica.

Each student chose to explore a country of South

-b

America, Africa or South-East Asia under

various headings, such as population, landfurnis and climate, but more importantly, the culture and lifestyle of the people.

Many students prepared very thorough written pieces and then, during five-niinute talks to the class, used the performance skills they

f

learned in primary school to delight the class with local food, the local dress and the music of

their respective countries. Each student gained

knowledge about a different place around the world and gained confidence through the ability to present the newly found information to the class.

Perhaps new technology will allow students in future years to make direct contact using the

'information superhighway' with students in

Stephanie Resciniti

those countries, and bring a new dimension to learning Geography at Loreto Mandeville Hall.

(Mr) Alon Kaiser

(Geography Co-ordinator)

Congratulations!

Karina Chaves has received word that

a piece titled "Plastic Perfection", written

in Year 10 after her work experience with

a plastic surgeon, has been selected for publication in aVCE English text book.

It details the complete experience of a patient from the pre-operative photos to complete "recovery". The article has also been published in "Inscape",aVCE magazine.

Veronica Angelatos has achieved third placing in the Australia wide Canon Young Amy Wark

Writers of the Year Award for the second year in succession.

f

City of Stonningham

f

1 .1

Bi-Centennial

Scholarship Awards 4

Junior $400 Georgina Coleman, Year 6 Senior $600

Hermione Knowles, Year 11 4.

Congratulations to both students Jacqui Vidal

A Ray of Hope Amidst

Mystery Solved !

I am happy to report that the mystery riders from September's 'Mandevillian' have been

the Gloom

recognised. The photograph shows, from left

Street Retreat, an experience offered to

to right, Pat Lee-Smith, Beryl Lewis, and Beryl

Year 11 students.

Young (now Dwyer). Mrs Dwyer told us that the photograph was taken at the Royal Melbo urn eS how whereshewasmost

successful on her horse, The Lady. Mrs Dwyer left the school in 1941 and years later, in 1970

her daughter, Angela Dwyer (now Chapman), became the School Captain. Angela now lives in Tabletop, Victoria, where she is a successful dressage rider.

Tuesday 20th September 1994 had awoken decidedly out of sorts and ill-tempered,

miserably discarding its blanket of grey gloom over the city and its radiating suburbs. Icy

fingers of driving rain and howling wind clawed and buffeted the vehicle as Karina Chaves and I

sped along the Tullamarine Freeway, en route

to the Corpus Christi Home for Alcoholic Men, a 'hands-on' experience of the Street Retreat.

It has also been reported that the Albert Park school grounds housed many stables and the

girls rode with Miss Hicks around the Tan. On Sundays, girls with one- or two-horse carriages were known to race each other down St Kilda Road to establish who owned the fastest horse!

Just the previous evening, a dozen V.C.E. volunteers had assembled at Vaucluse College, Richmond,

with

mixed

emotions

and

expectations. This Retreat, jointly co-ordinated

by Loreto Mandeville Hall and Sacred Heart

College, Geelong, was to be an opportunity to

Present day Mandeville girls continued in

explore the gamut of our respective sense of

the riding tradition on Saturday 8th October

charity and social conscience, to plumb the

when, after rising at a quarter to six, they

depths of compassion for those less fortunate -

made their way to Doongala Pony Club, The

the homeless and destitute, the alcoholics and

Basin, to compete in an Integrated Team

addicts - the flotsam and jetsam cast adrift by

Games competition. Teams comprised four

mainstream society. But now the pervading pessimism of the enveloping landscape seemed

able-bodied girls and two disabled riders.

Loreto girls who participated and whose teams achieved remarkable results were as follows:

to penetrate the security of our capsule, dampening our mood, heightening our

Team D, led by Mrs Li sa MeMaster, and

apprehension of the unknown.

including Clare and Cecilia Myers, Sarah Southall and Phoebe Knowles, was placed second. Team B, led by Mrs Carmel Knowles and consisting of Hermione and Phoebe Knowles, Charlotte Mulder and Cecilia Myers, came third; and Jenny Bourke's Team G,

including Simone Bailey and Dianna Best, came seventh.

However, by day's end, not only the very welcome log fire, but also the inspirational

warmth and generosity of spirit of the Sisters of Mercy had melted any preconceived notions or

misgivings. Rather than the anticipated depression and futility, I discovered amongst the men a quiet dignity and infectious good humour, and most importantly, a shared

Congratulations to all who competed. Thank you to the team leaders and to all who assisted

responsibility and trust to abstain for the benefit of all.

the disabled riders, and to the parents and Mr

Whilst some participants may have found the

Dernelley who braved the bad weather, and

Retreat somewhat daunting, for me the

Claire Southall who also helped as she was

experience was one of optimistic hope. It

without a mount on the day.

particularly imbued in me a renewed

Pictured in the photograph are some of the

appreciation for my own family, for that love

current equestrian team ranging in age from

and support which more often than not has

11 years to 18 years. Hopefully this tradition

been denied in the past to these men yet is

will continue in years to come.

recreated today in the caring community at Sarah Southall

Corpus Christi.

Veronica Angelatos

(Year 12)

(Year 11) €4.44 04%74331.4 *pe

t#&*L

ADVANCE NOTICE

Loreto Past Pupils' Golf Day Monday 8th May 1995 Contact Loreto Equestriennes, Dianna Best,

Georgiana Quinn, Charlotte Mulder, Sarah Southall,

Jenny Carr: 787 5610

Clare Myers, Jennifer Bourke, Claire Southall

r.3 L f .

«0'

..441

Circus Art Expo Day was a great success with lots of parents and friends visiting the school to view the girls' work on display.

The theme for Expo Day '94 was 'The Circus' so the front entrance was decorated with large

brightly coloured downs and balloons.

The girls had a variety of' art work on display including ceramics by all year levels, and papier machd bottle figures made by Year 4 and decorated with fabric and paints. In the Art

Room, hanging puppets made out of fabric looked impressive with the painted plates created by the Year 6 students. Art work was also displayed

9

%9

on boards following the theme of tile circus with

crowds and performing animals as their subject matter. Other examples of' the students' work have been reproduced iii this year's school magazine.

We invited the Year 5 >students who will be

attending Loreto Mandeville Hall in Year 7 in

1996 to join with our Year 5 to view the school and the work done. They also enjoyed an afternoon of sport and art activities (see separate

article). It was a very successful day and all who came to view were very impressed with our school, Loreto Mandeville Hall.

(Miss) Alison Durham

(Art teacher, Junior School)

40

Athletics Update - Term 4 Five relay teams were entered in the 1994 Victorian Track Relay Championships for the 4 x 100111 event iii September: Under 21

Vanessa Slaven, Joanna Laurence.

Natalie de Morton, Jane Hoy Placing.· 5th in heat Under 17

LATE NEWS The Premier League team will compete in A

Sarali Curry, Catherine Fernando,

grade on Wednesday 8th February, 1995. All

Elspeth Martini, Camilla Bourke

welcome at Olympic Park to support our girls.

Placing: 5111 in heat

Under 15A Jane Kenny, Charlotte Mulder, Melissa Corbett, Rachel Hoy

Placing: 2nd in heat, 5th in final Under 158 Cecilia Myers, Rachel Collard, Catherine Longano, Anika Walker Placing: 3rd in heat Under 14

Jessica Curley, Bridget Hill, Claire Baxter, Sophie Laurence Placing. 7th in heat

Congratulations to the Under 15A team who competed in the final for theii· age group and were placed fifth. Tliis was an excellent performance as five heats were conducted in this age group and the girls competed against 40 other schools.

Editorial Maridevillian Loreto Mandeville Hall 10 Mandeville Crescent, Tom·ak 3142 Phone 826 0211

Editorial Committee:

Editor, Margaret Quill: Junior School, Miss Vanessa Healy; The Community, Sr. Ellison Taffe; Mothers' Associatioii, Win

Hickey; Past Pupils' Association, Andrea Maule; Photographer, Lyn Gazal.

Typesetting and printing: New Litho Pty. Ltd., 63 Sunbury Crescent, Surrey Hills, 3127

Junior School

Farewell to School

Twilight Sports

Council Members

Early in November, the Junior School held

Mr Michael Tilley will resign from the School

their House Sports. For the first time these

Council at the end of 1994 after ten years of

sports were held during the twilight hours of 4.00pm-8.00pm, rather than during the

service on the Advisory Board and, more

school day. Our reasons for scheduling the sports in this way proved to be well-founded

chaired the Finance Committee for many years

recently, the School Council. Michael has

when we had record attendances from

and has been instrumental in the improvement of the school's financial reporting. He has also

parents. It was wonderful to have families

been closely involved in negotiations for the

surrounding the field in support of their the track! During the first hour of the sports,

school's financial arrangements to fund its major building projects. Loreto Mandeville Hall is very appreciative of Michael's ten years

the girls had been asked to stay very quiet

of service.

children...even if they were very close to

as the V.C.E. exams were in progress. The girls were most obliging and 'cheered silently' during this time. As soon as 5.00pm

arrived, the noise level rose sharply!

Geraldine Croagh, who retired from Council in 1992 but continued her involvement on the

Public Relations Committee, will stand down at the end of this year. Similarly, Howard

The first part of the evening encompassed

McCorkell, who has continued his involvement

the tabloid sports, where the year levels were able to score points for their House by

be relieved of his responsibilities. Both

deinonstrating their skills at various

Geraldine and Howard have been great

obstacles and activities. A formidable

stalwarts of Loreto Mandeville Hall over the

number of toddlers entered for the brothers'

pastten years and their knowledge, experience

and sisters' event! Several heats even had

and contributions will be greatly missed.

on the Property Committee, has also asked to

to be held. The staff were also able to demonstrate their athletic skills with their

own event: The Yard Duty Dash. This utilized such skills as the lipstick sprint,

the lunchbox and homework carry and the Hula Hoop Hop - a sight not to be missed!

The dinner break was held half way through the programme. The athletes had all been warned about the hazards of eating and

drinking too much before racing, so the girls sat down to enjoy a light dinner under the trees with their families.

The Loreto Mandeville Hall School Council

and its various sub-committees provide an excellent opportunity for parents, past and present, and past pupils to become more actively involved with the school. Changes in membership of these committees are ongoing.

Any member of the Loreto School Community who has an interest in being involved, shares the Loreto Education Philosophy, and has the commitment to give their time and knowledge to the school, should make initial contact with the Principal, Mrs Anne Hunt, to discuss their

After dinner, the sprint and relay events

interest in the Council's activities.

were held. The judges had a very difficult

time calling some of the races as they were so close.

We presently have a particular need to add

to our Property Committee. Parents with appropriate

experience,

expertise

or

Ward finished in first place, ahead of

qualifications are most warmly invited to

Mulhall for the first time in some 15 years.

express their interest in this area. Parents

Barry deservedly won the Spirit Cup.

are also welcome to nominate other parents for consideration.

The Year 5 Circular Relay was won by (Mr) John Arthur

Ward: Cheryl Holt, Lauren Mihelcic, Jessica

(Chairman)

Cutler, Sarah Dynon.

The Year 6 Circular Relay Perpetual Trophy was won by Mulhall: Louise MeLeod,

Megan Downing, Adel ai de Hamilton-Green, Sara Pacini.

Everyone had a wonderful evening, made possible by a lucky break in the Melbourne weather patterns.

Vocal Ensemble

A special thank you to all of the many

parent and staff helpers who made such an event possible, and of course to the girls,

The Vocal Ensemble recently performed at Georges on Collins Street to celebrate the

who all ran, jumped and threw their hardest.

Christmas season. As well as Christmas carols,

(Miss) Jayne Webster

they sang a range of other musical items including South African, Gospel and Jazz and

(Physical Education Co-ordinator,

their efforts were obviously appreciated by

Junior School)

the shoppers who stopped to listen and applaud. It was an excellent way to finish a

See photos back page.

year of varied activities.

Congratulations Natasha!

Natasha Holmes, Year 11, has been awarded her Licentiate of Music on viola. Natasha

achieved this extremely advanced qualification with Distinction which is a remarkable

Hang Ten !

The highlight of the year foi· the Year 10 Outdoor Education class was the weekend trip to Anglesea to learn how to surf and canoe.

achievement, especially for one so young. Last

Our group of 16 students and two teachers,

Natasha gained her Associate of Music on viola and in the previous year gained the same

Mrs Ferdinands and Mrs Wheatland, left

Diploma on piano. Natasha is to be comended, not only for these fine solo achievements, but for her work as school pianist and all her

school, and arrived at Anglesea Family

ensemble work.

cabins were. On the first night we had fish

year

Mandeville on Friday 4th November after Caravan Park to be surprised and delighted at how comfortable and modern the onsite

and chips and pizza for dinner and ended the night with a lot of fun games of 'Spoons' and

Australian Fencing

'Tongues'.

The next morning the weather was cold and

Champions!

miserable but this didn't dampen our spirits

1994 has been a particularly successful year

as the excitement of learning to surf from the

for the Mandeville fencers. The senior teain,

professional company 'Go Ride a Wave' filled

comprising Marie-Anne Davies, Lucienne Bailey and Virginia Jones, won the Australian Schools' Teams Fencing Championship in Hobart in the September school holidays. This was a particularly fine effort, giving the Mandeville team a total of two championships over the last three

years. In the

individual

School

we braved the harsh conditions of a wild surf

beach. Some inanaged to stand up on the boards, although only for a short time. At one stage, to our horror, we discovered the entire St Kevin's swimining team gathered on the

Lucienne fourth, and Virginia sixth.

beach, being entertained by our board riding e fforts.

connections to the school is the Jack Schafer

Once we had regained our normal body

Women's Foil, held at Mandeville in May. MarieAnne won this event with Lucienne coming

temperature we feasted on a delicious barbeque prepared by the teachers. By 2.00pm

second.

wewere ready for our next activity - canoeing

Other members of the Mandeville Fencing Club include Pia Sabbadini, Catherine Stribley

on the Anglesea river. The weather had cleared and we were able to enjoy our time immensely.

and Michelle Chan who have fenced convincingly this year. Ellen Saunders and Stephanie Resciniti also show great promise in their first

Between incidents of retrieving paddles and

year of fencing.

By the end of Saturday we were both exhilarated and exhausted. Later we took part

The team has had a very strong fencer in

submerging other canoes (purely accidentally!) we all learned the basic skills of canoeing.

Australian team to compete in the Under 17 and Under 20 World Championships in Mexico this year; Marie-Anne is the Under 17 Australian Girls' Champion and is eleventh in

in an enlightening liturgy on friendship, prepared and led by Jo, Gabby and Larissa.

The last night was spent gathering in one another's cabins participating in card games and conversation until the early hours of the

the Women's Foil Championships. Both she and

morning.

Lucienne Bailey were selected in 1994 for the Australian Fencing Weapons Squad, preparing fencers for the year 2000 Olympic Games. We

On Sunday morning the girls prepared a surprise thankyou breakfast in bed for Mrs

Marie-Anne Davies, who was selected in the

wish them well in their future efforts now that

they have completed Year 12.

Lucienne

Ferdinands and Mrs Wheatiand. (It was raw

due to a power cut caused by the storniy

conditions that night.) We left Anglesea at 11.15am and on the way home stopped at Bell's Beach and Torquay for lunch. The long drive home was filled with laughter and the sound of adolescent girls trying to do justice to the

.

1/.*&#*%%#."'##%//Rig;*

Bailey,

» a» >""LE-*41.

Mrs Schafer, 43(4*94 "i , 0,4 14 Davies

handed a Malibu board each. For two hours

Championships, Marie-Anne was placed second, Another event with long and historic

Marie-Anne

us with confidence. When we arrived at the beach wetsuits were distributed and we were

#e, ifal

4'Of&.014 y fly*<JI'imags/l

legendary songs 'American Pie' and 'Stand By

. 4&/ 1{fitt,5 te, I

Me'.

py> i.? 72,41 /4 1 1 <9//

r' 1,1 '' M' . 9 '2 ¥<4-4@a•

On behalf of all the girls we would like to thank Mrs Ferdinands and Mrs Wheatland

US .f /6 57 . X 7

for being such fantastic teachers. We would also like to thank the instructors of'Go Ride a Wave' who niade such an incredible weekend

3446 .9

possible.

»ttt--si /.*.#*='fo@-WI'llk./.... : 4/* *15

(Year 10)

I p;;0.>-»e:ple,29 ./.Ef. / M f' f . 'Itf< 4?K #Frati;lt'«%%34

30

Jacqueline Carroll and Pia Taylor

2714 dim!

I 1

9-reef

Rekreal

wi.pi' AI h...4 W¢,re ¤,iep

¥7

427

i

Street Retreat: Ms Helen O'Keefe, Senior School R E Co-ordinator and Sr

Carmel O'Dwyer RSM, Principal, Sacred Heart College, Geelong, with students from Loreto Mandeville Hall & Sacred Heart College at Corpus Christi Home.

Natasha Holmes

1994 Australian School Teams Fencing Champions: Lucienne Bailey, Marie-Anne Davies, Virginia Jones r

Surfies! : Elizabeth McCartney, Eliza Jacobs, Stephanie Johnston

Lf A

·

f

@

Paddling Their Own Canoe!: Gabrielle Hall. Jacqueline Labb. Johanna Audley, Larissa Hickey

i

4

P

4

ff

1 4 4 'A

JUNIOR SCHOOL TWILIGHT SPORTS 1994

4

c