Excelsior 2024

EXCELSIOR 2024

OUR VALUES Courage | Compassion | Respect | Growth

CONTENTS LEADERSHIP

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Student Life

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Chair of Council

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STEM Curriculum and Events

66

Principal

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Angeli

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Head of Junior School

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Junior Jazz

69

Head of Senior School

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Junior Orchestra

70

School Captain

14

Junior School Taiko Ensemble

71

Vice-Captains

16

Ukestra

72

Middle Years Leadership

18

Junior School Class Photos

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Junior School Captain

19

SENIOR SCHOOL

79

Junior School Vice-Captain

20

Year 12 Captains

80

Junior School Student Council (JSSC)

21

Year 12 House Captains

82

Spiritual Life

22

Year 12 Portraits

84

Leadership Photos

23

Year 12 Group Photos

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STAFF

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HSC and IB Results

100

Staff List

27

Higher School Certificate

100

Staff Photos

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Program

102

LEARNING

37

Academic

104

Head of Learning and Teaching

38

Senior School Curriculum

104

Director of eLearning

40

Scholar Captain

106

Director of Indigenous Education

42

Careers

107

ADVENTURE CAMPS AND IMMERSIONS

45

Dance, Drama and Entertainment (DDE)

108

Immersive Learning Year 5

48

English

109

Year 6 Adventure Camp

50

History and Religious Education

110

Year 7 Adventure Camp

51

Human Society and Its Environment (HSIE)

111

Year 8 Adventure Camp

52

Languages

112

Year 9 Adventure Camp

53

Mathematics

113

Immersive Learning

54

Music

114

Culture College Immersion

55

JUNIOR SCHOOL

57

Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE)

115

Learning

58

Science

116

Library

58

Technological and Applied Studies

117

Visual Arts

60

Visual Arts

119

Music

62

Student Life

121

Italian

64

The Arts Captain

121

Cadets

123

Co-curricular Captain

124

Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE)

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Community and Round Square Captain

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Gymnastics

187

da Vinci Decathlon

126

Hockey

188

Debating and Public Speaking

127

Netball

188

IPSHA Debating

128

Rowing

189

Duke of Edinburgh Award

129

Snow Sports

190

Library

130

Swimming

190

Tours

131

Tildesley Tennis and Tennis

191

DART Tour – Tasmania

131

Touch Football

192

DDE Tour – USA

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Volleyball

192

History Tour – Germany and Italy

133

Water Polo

193

WOW Tour – New Zealand

134

Sports Participants

194

Tournament of Minds

135

Junior School Sports Photos

200

The Edge

136

Senior School Sports Photos

202

Senior School Photos

137

HOUSES

207

MUSIC

141

School Spirit Captain

208

Music Captain

142

Abbeythorpe Senior School

209

Music

147

Booralee Junior School

210

Music Groups

150

Booralee Senior School

211

PERFORMING ARTS

159

Churunga Junior School

212

Dance

160

Churunga Senior School

213

Drama

164

Leawarra Junior School

214

The Speech and Drama Studio

166

Leawarra Senior School

215

Performing Arts Groups

168

Lester Senior School

216

SPORT

173

Mooramoora Junior School

217

Sport Captain

174

Mooramoora Senior School

218

Director of Sport

176

Prescott Senior School

219

Sports Awards

178

Sutton Senior School

220

Sports Champions

182

Wade Senior School

221

Sport Reports

184

Whitley Senior School

222

AFL

184

House Photos

224

Athletics

184

PRIZE WINNERS

231

Badminton

185

Junior School Prize Winners

233

Basketball

185

Senior School Prize Winners

239

Cross Country

186

Diving

186

Assembly for Academic Achievement for the Class of 2023

247

Fencing

186

School Roll

251

Football

187

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LEADERSHIP

CHAIR OF COUNCIL DR PAR A SKEVI (EVE) TSIRONIS

HSC: three students were placed on the NSW Premiers All Rounder Award list and two students achieved state rankings, while 46% of our HSC cohort were mentioned in the HSC Distinguished Achievers list. There were 27 nominations for external showcases and performances. IB: one student achieved a perfect score of 45 and five students achieved scores of 44; 10 students achieved an ATAR of 99 and above 27% of the IB cohort attained an ATAR 97 or above.

Address delivered at 2024 Speech Night Welcome, it is wonderful to see the MLC School community gathered on this lovely day to celebrate another exceptional year of achievements in girls’ education at MLC School. I wish to extend an especially warm welcome to the Moderator of the Uniting Church Synod UCA of NSW and the ACT, Reverend Mata Havea Hiliau, who is also a parent of an MLC School Old Girl.

MLC School Principal, Ms Lisa Moloney; MLC School Deputy Principal, Mrs Melissa Boyd; Head of Senior School, Ms Joanna Graffen; Members of our School Executive and Staff; members of the Parents and Friends Association P&F; members of the Old Girls' Union and parents, carers, grandparents; friends of MLC School, and especially the young ladies of MLC School.

On behalf of the MLC School Council, I welcome you all to our Speech Day celebrations for 2024. The year 2024 has seen our girls flourish in many domains: academically, sporting, music and in co-curricular activities.

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Academically, in 2023 MLC School performed strongly in both the Higher School Certificate (HSC) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs, 46% of the Year 12 2023 cohort achieved an ATAR above 90, with a top ATAR of 99.95. Many students achieved exceptional results, exceeding expectations, while demonstrating personal growth, and for this we congratulate them.

Congratulations to the whole Class of 2023 and we look forward to seeing your future achievements based on your strong foundations. Students across all years excelled in International Competitions and Assessments for Schools (ICAS) and Mathematics competitions with several achieving High Distinctions and Distinctions.

Girls shone in several other fields: the Sporting Program was well supported and successful in many domains: in the first year of our Emerging Athletes Program, we had 25 students enrolled and 12 of our teams won premierships. There were 38 students selected for School representative pathways with four students representing NSW at the School Sports National Championships. Exceptional results were achieved in Fencing, Gymnastics, Diving, Sailing, Karate, Taekwondo, Golf, Water Polo and Swimming.

There was immense participation in a wide variety of co-curricular activities, displaying the many talents of our MLC School girls which included Speech and Debating, MLC School won the Archdale Shield for Debating.

Dancing: Junior School and Senior School dancers participated in the Wakakirri Story Dance Festival, winning multiple awards; and our Pom and Hip-Hop dancers performing outstandingly in Australian All Star Cheerleading Federation AASCF Competition with Year 10 – Year 12 Scholastic Hip-Hop named 2024 NSW Battle Grand Scholastic Grand Champions.

The Illuminate Festival once again highlighted students’ creativity in Art, and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). Students participated in Service Learning through various initiatives including the Exodus Loaves and Fishes Restaurant and our upcoming Sony Camp. Musical students showcased their talents at our phenomenally successful and enjoyable Town Hall Concert and gave wonderful performances at several other concerts and soirees throughout the year.

Cultural Immersion programs included camps and trips to overseas places such as: Japan, Europe, and NZ were undertaken by students and within Australia: students went to Uluru, Arnhem land and regional NSW which enabled both learning and growth outside the classroom.

We strengthened the Schools international ties when a staff delegation visited Tonga to explore a sister school partnership and foster a relationship with Queen Salote College QSC Tonga. We assisted them with advice on academic streaming which will see their students graduate with HSC qualifications, thus allowing them access to tertiary institutions and universities. Thank you to the staff and Executives involved in this project, which also explored potential service-learning experience for our girls.

Many of our Old Girls made notable achievements this year: Two received the Medal of the Order of Australia for contributions to Music and Science. Three Old Girls represented Australia in the Paris Olympics, while another three were in the support team including the first female Chief Medical Officer. Several were also honoured at our Alumnae Awards for their contribution to cultural, philanthropic, and professional fields.

The School Council and Executive have continued to focus on the School environment that enables the teaching,

learning and success of our students. Our facilities and grounds are looking better than ever, due to the following: • The renovation of the Junior School is completed, and the facilities are well used and enjoyed by students and staff alike.

• The iconic and historic tower renovation has been completed.

• The Year 12 common room has been renovated, to the delight of the incoming Year 12 students in 2025.

• The Aquatic Centre renovations of the bathrooms and changing areas are well underway, and the current drama theatre is having a makeover.

• Over the Christmas break, we are investing in new staff facilities to ensure our staff have a communal area to retreat, collaborate and work in.

• The wayfinding/signage project has been completed.

A huge thank you to our facilities and grounds keeping team for their efforts and dedication to our School grounds, gardens, and landscaping, which look fabulous.

Planning and design of our new Performing Arts Centre (PASC) is well underway – with the State Significant Development Application (SSDA) lodged in July and awaiting approval. The new PASC will provide state-of-the-art facilities, including a theatre, dance and drama studios, music rooms, and sports courts, enhancing both curricular and co-curricular activities. This will provide facilities befitting the excellence of our Music and Performing Arts programs and a gathering space for our community.

Our Masterplan review has been updated and is underway, ensuring we are focused on providing an optimal learning environment for our current and future generations of students.

A special thank you to our Communications and IT teams for the development and implementation of the parent portal Omnia, which sits beside the MLC School App, to provide a much-improved experience for our parents and carers. Our New Strategic Plan has been developed and informed by our stakeholder survey to continue our commitment to ‘putting the girls at the heart of everything we do.’ It builds on our legacy of almost 140 years of providing outstanding

education for young women, underpinned by the values and ethos of the Methodist and now Uniting Church. There is a focus on seven key areas: Learning and Teaching, Spiritual Life, Pastoral Care and Wellbeing, Co-curricular and Service, Staff, Community and Stewardship.

Our vision is to be renowned as the School where every girl is known and challenged to achieve her best, to ‘Dare to be More;’ supported by our passion, expertise, research, and innovation in girls’ education.

These tremendous achievements would not be possible without the help and support of all of you.

Parents and carers: thank you for entrusting us with your daughters and valuing the offering of an all-round girls’ focused education, and for your commitment and care of our MLC School girls.

The P&F: who continue to be active, welcoming new families, hosting parent forums and get togethers, running Mother’s Day and Father’s Day stalls and various fundraising initiatives, we appreciate all that you do.

The Old Girls' Union: thank you for your ongoing support, impactful initiatives and contributions that enrich the lives of our current students and teachers and strengthen our community. Also, for the inspiration you provide to ‘the generations that come after us.’

And a huge thank you to our dedicated staff: the academic and Executive staff who deliver excellent teaching practices and delivery of programs, with the girl at heart of all we do.’ To the non-academic support staff, who enable the smooth running of the School and of all our programs.

To my fellow Council members: thank you all for your dedication and the hours of challenging work that go on behind the scenes, ensuring the proper governance of the School.

This year we bid farewell to two of our Council Members: Rev Danielle HemsworthSmith, we thank her for her contribution over the last three years. Ms Lynn McNally, Lynn has had a long relationship with MLC School both as a parent of an Old Girl

and a Council Member. We thank her for her dedicated service to MLC School as a member and past president of the P&F and to Council over the past eight years where she served as Company Secretary, on the Masterplan committee and the Nominations and Review committee. Lynn has been instrumental in developing and fostering the Governance Framework of Council. Notably, Lynn cemented her legacy by being on the interview panel which appointed Ms Lisa Moloney as Principal, a pivotal appointment that has enabled MLC School to go from strength to strength, as reflected in our higher than ever enrolment numbers.

We wish both Danielle and Lynn all the absolute best in their future endeavors.

Thank you to our Principal Lisa Moloney, for her stewardship of MLC School and her tireless efforts, in ensuring that the School stays at the forefront as a leader in girls’ education – educating the women of our future. We are grateful and appreciate all your efforts. To the whole MLC School community, thank you for your commitment.

It is said ‘that it takes a village to raise a child,’ and MLC School certainly is a vibrant and energetic village.

To the Class of Year 12 2024: I am told you have been one of the most cohesive cohorts, connected to your community, building MLC School spirit, participating in a wide range of community service, and excelling in all that you do.

Congratulations, It says a lot about each of your characters.

As you head out into the world, continue to be inspirational, let your light shine, and ‘walk as daughters of the light.’

Finally, I wish everyone a Merry Christmas, one full of joy, shared with your family, friends, and loved ones, a restful holiday break, and all the best for 2025.

Dr Paraskevi (Eve) Tsironis (1988) Chair of MLC School Council

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PRINCIPAL

LISA MOLONEY

Address delivered at 2024 Speech Night I welcome you all to our Speech Night Celebration for 2024. I would like to thank the parents, staff, students and members of our extended community for your support of MLC School this year. I thank you not only for your attendance today, but as our Council Chair has outlined, this has been a huge year filled with remarkable achievements and great progress. Such things do not come to fruition without an enormous amount of challenging work by all involved.

I would like to acknowledge the outstanding MLC School Executive Team, including Deputy Principal, Melissa Boyd, Head of Senior School, Joanna Graffen, Acting Head of Senior School, Andrew Taylor, our Chaplains Rev Viniana and Pastor Caitlin, the Senior Leadership Team, the Heads of Year, House Coordinators, Heads of Department, the Health and Wellbeing team, Co-curricular Program staff and all those who teach and support our students or who work behind the scenes to ensure the success of our School.

My thanks to our School Council, Chair of Council and MLC School Old Girl Dr Eve Tsironis, for the countless hours of time and expertise that they have provided to MLC School. While their work is unseen, it is key to our current and future success and their commitment is unwavering. Our 2024 School Captains worked tirelessly on behalf of the student body, and I thank them for their leadership and hard work. Captain Anikah and Vice-Captains Georgie and Ava led with a clear purpose and determination that inspired and encouraged us all. I wish them and the Class of 2024 all the absolute best for the future.

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As I said to our Senior School students yesterday, when I met with our staff after they have completed their first six months at the School, they always mention how much they appreciate working with our students.

Hard-working, friendly, smart, caring, fun and respectful are the words I heard repeated in every conversation (they did mention ‘chatty’ too), but when it matters, students are quiet and respectful. What credit that is to every one of you sitting in front of me tonight. Thank you.

This year, we have focussed on the learning disposition of ‘Curiosity.’ The development of a questioning, daring and curious approach to learning cannot be underestimated by us. Where once information was key, things have shifted as information has become so readily available. Futurist and author Kevin Kelly insists there has never been a more crucial time in history to ask good questions because artificial intelligence (AI) has made getting answers cheaply available. He writes, ‘We can expect future technologies such as artificial intelligence, genetic manipulation and quantum computing (to name a few on the near horizon) to unleash a barrage of new huge questions we could have never thought to ask before. In fact, it's a safe bet that we have not asked our biggest questions yet.’

Alan Gershenhorn, Executive Vice President for United Parcel Service, believes some of the most important questions organisations should ask – begin with ‘what if?’ He notes that the rise of the internet initiated ‘a massive exercise in “What if?” that has disrupted whole industries.’ Think of ride share, retail, streaming services, and the music industry.

The year 2024 has been a big year – so many moments of joy, incredible achievements across every domain and record numbers of families attending our tour days and enrolling students at our School.

Those of us who went to school, 30, 20, or even 10 years ago were instructed to prioritise developing knowledge and remembering information, with the goal of being able to apply what we had learned to new situations. However, if the education that we offer our girls today focuses only on developing and applying knowledge, we will do them enormous disservice. They also need to be taught, encouraged, and supported to be curious, to ask the question ‘what if’ and have the capacity to take on the challenge of finding out.

As we were developing the 2025 to 2027 Strategic Plan, we were mindful of both our girls’ needs and the need to ask ourselves the right questions. We learned very quickly after writing the current Strategic Plan, that things can change in an instant – thanks to COVID-19 and that the days of a 10 year carefully mapped roadway to the future were gone. So, when the 2025 to 2027 Strategic Plan is shared next year, you will see that while we have held fast to our belief that every girl deserves to thrive, to be a confident learner, and to feel a sense of belonging in an environment where girls can become their best selves – we also want to look to the future. We need to ask ourselves big questions, engage with university and professional partners, engender an academic environment that motivates every girl to achieve her best, while also encouraging boldness in learning. The School needs to safely support risk-taking, and build

resilience so that our graduates – and our staff can be the ones capable of asking those ‘what if’ questions about the future.

I wish those staff who are leaving us all the best. We have a very long-serving staff member to acknowledge. Annie Conway has decided that it is time to take a break and be adventurous and is leaving us after 24 years and 10 months at MLC School.

During her time with us she has been in Leawarra House from 2000 to 2017, was Head of Mooramoora House from 2018 to 2021 and most recently Churunga House from 2022 to 2024. She began as a teacher of Mathematics, but is best known as an outstanding teacher of History, Religious Education and Theory of Knowledge. She has brought a passion to the classroom, but also to House events, particularly when Head of Mooramoora House. Thank you for everything Annie.

Finally, I would like to thank Linda Emms, member of the School Executive and Head of Learning and Teaching since 2019. She has also served the School as Acting Deputy Principal and Head of Senior School on two occasions. Linda has also been Head of MLC School’s Technology and Applied Studies Faculty from 2006 to 2009. In her current role, Linda has worked tirelessly to drive improvement and keep us up to date with current educational best practice and research. Linda will be taking up the role of Principal at Emmanuel School. Thank you, Linda.

So much of our strength comes from our collective commitment to putting ‘the girl at the heart of all that we do’ and I thank you all – parents, staff, Old Girls, Council, and the broader School community for supporting us as we work towards that collective goal.

Lisa Moloney Principal

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HEAD OF JUNIOR SCHOOL

DANIEL SANDRAL

‘Everything was pretty much a banger. It was like banger, banger, banger.’

That is what Arisa Trew’s teammate said about her winning this year’s Olympic gold medal in skateboarding. Arisa is Australia’s youngest ever gold medallist. Expressed in Australian colloquial terms, she is certainly a legend and an inspiration.

When Arisa was just 11 years of age, she began training at a skateboard academy on the Gold Coast along with other girls.

Their coach at the time had doubts about their achievements, expressing themselves as ‘They are so young.’ Yet it was not long before their coach was proved wrong as he shared this, their determination was insane.’

They looked at the boys and said, ‘we can beat them!’

Arisa has made great strides in competitive sports on the world stage, demonstrating what youth and women can achieve against the odds. She affirms why MLC School exists, as we too make great strides for gender equality for young women today in domains across Academia, Sport, the Arts and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).

The Junior School is full of girls like Arisa, who seize the many opportunities on offer from lunchtime clubs to our extensive Co-curricular Programs, Sport and our extraordinary Music Program. Girls, I encourage you to continue to explore these enriching opportunities, to choose to step outside your comfort zone, even when there is a slight feeling of discomfort.

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When Arisa was defying gravity in the skate bowl, it was at times uncomfortable.

Yet by experiencing challenges by choice, she gained confidence and discovered her passion.

My own passion for education renewed this year as I engaged in a high-level leadership program at Oxford University in the UK. I took the opportunity to visit leading and innovative schools throughout greater London – these magnificent schools are to be congratulated on their achievements.

I gained many insights, but the most significant is that MLC School is right up there, even surpassing the absolute best in the UK. Our Deputy Head of Junior School – Wellbeing, Joanne Sharpe, and Year 5 Coordinator, Andrena Otton, also visited Oxford University this year to present our Year 5 Leadership Program at the Round Square Heroes of Discovery Conference.

Surrounding Arisa is a high performing team which she acknowledges was a large part of her success. I want to thank our team, beginning with our biggest supporters: the parents, carers and grandparents who are cheering for us. To our head coach (my coach too) our Principal, Lisa Moloney, thank you for always ensuring that the MLC School girl is at the heart of all we do.

To the entire staff at MLC School, educators, deputies, executive staff, professional support staff, and MLC School Council – my deepest thanks. To our brilliant, hardworking parent community, including the P&F, thank you.

We cherish our School community events, and this year’s Cardboard Challenge was the best yet. The parents took this friendly competition more seriously than our Olympic athletics! For those staff leaving our team, including Coordinator Amber Bidwell who has been appointed Deputy Head of School at Tudor House – thank you all for your utter dedication and all you have given to our students.

Year 6 demonstrated how commitment, feedback, practice, and support yield results as did Arisa. As you leave us today, marking the end of your primary education, hold true to the MLC School Values of Courage, Compassion, Respect and Growth. I look forward to watching you flourish in Senior School, empowered with the determination to dare, strive for your best, continue to support one another and bring joy to all you do at our School. To our Year 5 leaders, including Captains Estella and Carla, thank you for your service leadership throughout the year. You have been outstanding ambassadors for the Junior School campus.

Arisa did bring home the gold medal.

We have gained many medals through interschool competitions, in learning, cocurricular activities and across all aspects of School life. MLC School was placed second and third in the Primary On The Stage Robo Cup, out of a massive 48 teams. Year 5 da Vinci Decathlon team was placed sixth out of 45 schools across greater Sydney. Students participated at State level in Swimming, Diving, Football and Cross Country. Year 6 continued this year as partners in the Sydney Science Park Project and Year 5 participated in the NSW Space Discovery Program.

These are all excellent achievements.

However, the greatest successes are not the gold medals. It is the life skills and dispositions that MLC School fosters in each one of us. It is the determination to strive for our personal best, self-confidence, teamwork, respect, courage, and joy. This may be simply expressed in the same way that Arisa’s team members have.

Daniel Sandral Head of Junior School

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HEAD OF SENIOR SCHOOL

JOANNA GRAFFEN

The many House competitions, including the House Christmas Challenge, MLC School Idol, and Battle of the Bands, captured the spirit of the School and highlighted the student’s bravery and competitive prowess.

In 2024, students and staff demonstrated our core School Values of Courage, Compassion, Respect and Growth. Joy, our unofficial fifth value, was also evident daily in classrooms, during lunchtimes, in co-curricular activities, House events and mornings at the gate.

The performances in the Music, The Food of Love Town Hall concert, Fortitude: Stories of Resilience Dance Showcase, Wakakirri, the Senior Drama production, The Whirly Bird Club, and the Middle Years production, Wendy and Peter Pan, showcased the courage and talent of the students.

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The first inaugural MLC School Sony Foundation Camp created meaningful connections, where children with additional needs received individual care 24 hours a day from MLC School students and partner school students. These Year 11 students, supported by MLC School's team of dedicated, experienced teaching and medical staff, quickly learned about the challenges and demands involved in caring for a child with additional needs, which resulted in a life-changing experience.

MLC School students also participated in service programs such as the Exodus Loaves and Fishes Restaurant, demonstrating their compassion and commitment to the community. The School's fundraising efforts, led by the 2024 Captains, reflected the students' drive to make a positive change with their infectious energy.

Respect was evident in the achievements of the MLC School Cadet Program, particularly their participation in ANZAC Day services, which displayed their courage and dedication. The thriving sports programs further highlighted the students' respect as they proudly represented the School in various competitions. Additionally, the House Chapel Services and numerous excursions and camps provided valuable opportunities for students to build resilience and demonstrate respect for different cultures and communities.

Growth was evident throughout the year in various aspects of MLC School life. The Illuminate exhibition displayed the incredible talent of students and the mentorship of staff, demonstrating mutual respect for each other's abilities. Moreover, the numerous excursions and camps, such as the Year 10 New Zealand Immersion trip and the Arnhem Land Immersion with Culture College, provided valuable opportunities for students to build resilience. These experiences allowed students to immerse themselves in diverse environments, fostering personal and academic growth.

We have accomplished various goals as a community, both within and beyond the classroom. I look forward to what lies ahead in 2025 and express my sincere appreciation to all staff, students, and parents for their trust and support over the year ahead.

Joanna Graffen Head of Senior School

MLC School students stepped out into the world through various trips and tours, including the Business Studies and PDHPE Japan trip, the World of Wearable Art Tour to New Zealand, the MLC School History Study Tour of Germany and Italy, and the Duke of Edinburgh Silver and Gold Outback Adventure to the Northern Territory. Each of these excursions was an excellent opportunity for students to gain new perspectives and further their development.

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SCHOOL CAPTAIN 2024 LIKE NEVER BEFORE

Being a part of the MLC School community is like a gift. You would not know what it holds until you experience it. The moment of discovering what is inside becomes a cherished memory and the joy it brings lasts forever. This year certainly took this joy to the next level.

We took the line ‘2024 Like never before’ quite literally as we were the first cohort to experience the new leadership model.

With the new structure came a bigger team of enthusiastic and dedicated captains who were able to choose a portfolio that they were passionate about, thus making their visions a reality. With our overarching theme of the year being ‘Joy,’ we channeled this into a plethora of new initiatives and events. As a team, we drove whole School initiatives including our White Ribbon Day and International Women’s Day fundraising efforts where we not only focused on service, but also took it a step further by actively raising awareness.

So, we not only continued this tradition but elevated it. With our high spirits, enthusiastic nature and of course music and treats at times, we saw more girls not only look up but display a beaming smile. These morning greetings certainly set the tone for a joyful day, reinforcing an optimistic mindset.

Additionally, the Class Competition Initiative, which was fuelled by competitive spirit and collaboration, created an opportunity for all year groups to unite and compete against each other. They competed in a series of disciplines ranging from writing poetry to fairy bread making and eating of course.

The involvement extended beyond students, to Luminaries and Heads of Year, allowing the joy to resonate throughout the School.

The culmination of this new initiative as well as the overall enthusiasm from the Student Leadership Team created an exponential increase in participation, School spirit and joy, making this year so special.

I would like to sincerely thank Ms Lisa Moloney, Ms Melissa Boyd, Ms Joanna Graffen, Ms Michele Dunn and Ms Fiona Pow for their relentless support and commitment throughout the year, which was instrumental in our accomplishments.

I would like to thank my captaincy counterparts as they have taught me that nothing is impossible if you have a group of committed and passionate individuals by your side.

My biggest goal as Captain this year was to find ways to help the students find joy every day and bond with their peers and teachers. At MLC School, greeting students at the gate by captains has always been such a simple yet memorable part of the mornings.

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I am so honoured to have served as the School Captain this year and hope that the legacy of our leadership team will continue to live on. In the end, whether it was the teachers dressing up in Halloween costumes at our retreat or the high-fives we gave students on their way into School, I believe that our mission to increase the joy in the School was a success.

Anikah Sanan School Captain

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VICE-CAPTAINS

YEAR 6 TO YEAR 9 SRC AND SERVICE AND YEAR 10 TO YEAR 12 SRC AND SERVICE EMBRACING CHANGE, DRIVING ACTION The special thing about change is that it is meant to happen. When we began our captaincy journeys, there was undeniably some uncertainty about the new system.

Starting in a position with different titles, purposes and roles left much that was unknown. What it taught us, is that change allows you to define your own parameters and enact change with no boundaries. The MLC School girl is no stranger to change, but what sets us apart is our ability to take the challenges and turn them into something positive and truly memorable.

Year 7 Raquel Gill Phoebe Tang Isabella Zhuo

In the spirit of this, we introduced term themes. The busy MLC School year started with the theme ‘Seeing Us,’ a chance to look inside our School community and acknowledge the achievements of everyone around us. Teacher Appreciation Week was a significant highlight, where our SRC team worked alongside students to acknowledge the hardworking teachers and staff who make our School what it is. Their dedication and commitment are the backbone of our community, and it was wonderful to express our gratitude for their tireless efforts.

Year 10 Julia Choi Sophie Winnall Ze Wong

We would like to thank our exceptional team of student leaders for their dedication and enthusiasm towards their peers and the wider School community. It has truly been a pleasure to work alongside them.

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Year 8 Soraya O’Connell Chloe Oh Minna Yates Year 9 Georgia Delis Yerina Kang Chloe Nguyen

Year 11 Angelina Le Zoe Likely Sophia Malas Zaz Tiglao

This term also saw the introduction of a new initiative, ‘Star of the Week,’ a chance to celebrate our peers for being outstanding in all areas of life. This idea stemmed from our leadership team’s central focus for the year which was ‘Joy.’ How can we make sure that we seize the day, every day, and focus on the good which is sometimes masked by the stresses of life. The immense number of nominations we received every week proved that compassion lies at the heart of MLC School and is the foundation of this family.

The Vice-Captain roles in 2024 saw the introduction of Service, and thus we felt it was appropriate for the following term to focus on ‘Seeing Others’, an opportunity to consult the community to build connections and make a meaningful impact. This came in many forms: raising money for Two Good Co., a company that helps women to break out of the cycle of homelessness, or for Days for Girls, providing girls with necessities so that they can go to school.

Our biggest focus was on service action.

As a community we have always excelled in raising money and awareness, but our hope was to focus on the tangible and how we could help by getting involved. This was why we introduced Sony Camp. The prospect was challenging.

As a School community, we had to raise $100,000 to run an incredible camp in December for children with additional needs.

Wow, did we absolutely smash our goal.

Alongside Deputy Principal Melissa Boyd, we organised a Colour Run in support of Sony Camp. This event was a fantastic experience, as it fostered cross year connections, unity, and camaraderie. From Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12, every single student came together to be a part of something bigger

than themselves. This demonstrated that the individual contribution of each MLC School girl, no matter how small, could culminate in making an experience to last our campers a lifetime.

The final theme, ‘Seeing Me,’ centred on each individual student, allowing them to learn their strengths both inside and outside the classroom. This theme promoted wellbeing and self-awareness, encouraging students to reflect on their personal growth and achievements. It was an opportunity for everyone to celebrate their unique qualities and their contributions to our School community.

Undeniably, it has been our greatest honour to lead the Middle Years through their formative school years and support the Seniors as they have developed into tenacious and formidable leaders. We are proud of every student for their performance this year. Not just the academic, sporting, and musical achievements, though there have been many – but the little things, whether it be a friendly conversation in the

hallway, showing up for one another, or simply smiling through the tough times.

Throughout the year, the Middle Year’s Leaders have embodied the very essence of leadership with their strength, willingness to take on challenges, and passion for our School, leaving an everlasting impact on our community. It was such a pleasure to watch all of them grow into the leaders they are, and we thank them for allowing us to share in this incredible journey. To the Senior Years, we cannot wait to see your achievements in the forthcoming years and have no doubt that you will all excel in your future endeavours. To the entire MLC School community, it has been a massive privilege to grow alongside you, and you have all played a very special part in our journeys.

Ava Dean Vice-Captain (Year 6 to Year 9 SRC and Service) Georgie Roediger Vice-Captain (Year 10 to Year 12 SRC and Service) 17

MIDDLE YEARS LEADERSHIP their cultural identity. We also participated in group activities with students from other schools, to build our confidence and encourage us to step outside of our comfort zones. Overall, this experience was like no other and we all really enjoyed learning how we can be great leaders for our school.

On 12 September, the Middle Years Leaders helped to celebrate RU OK? Day. This is a national day of action that encourages students to ask, ‘are you OK?’ and start a conversation with people who might be struggling.

Throughout 2024, we have had the remarkable opportunity to serve as Middle Years Leaders. In this role, we participated in numerous activities to support the MLC School community. Our journey began with the Year 7 Orientation Day, where we enjoyed connecting with the younger students and offering them guidance for the years ahead. Following this, we had the responsibility of signing in and welcoming parents on our first Tour Day. It was essential to make a positive impression on both parents and students. For many of us, it was nerve-racking knowing we would be the first MLC School students the parents and new students would encounter at the School. It was crucial to ensure we created a welcoming environment for everyone.

The year 2024 saw a change to the Middle Years assembly structure, an experience we had all been incredibly excited about.

However, our excellent mentor, Ava Dean,

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Vice-Captain Year 6 to Year 9 SRC and Service, made every effort to provide us with opportunities to stand at the lectern as much as possible. This led to the introduction of the 'Star of the Week' award, presented every fortnight, and we had the privilege of announcing the winners at the Senior School assemblies.

We were also involved within our respective Houses, supporting the captains, and engaging the House in activities. It was also fun being part of the carnival theme ‘Reveals.’

We had the honour of attending the 2024 Annual Altitude Day excursion. Altitude Day is a one-day event for Year 9 students that aims to help them become better leaders in their schools and communities. We met guest speakers like Krushnadevsinh Ravalji (the founder of Third Culture Australia), who empowers young people to embrace and evolve

With the help of Ava, we prepared small notes with affirmations and distributed them during lunchtime. Our hope was that these affirmations would bring a bit of happiness to students’ days. It was uplifting to see students reading them aloud to their friends and sharing moments of laughter together.

We would like to thank our supreme mentor, captain and friend, Ava Dean. None of what we accomplished would have been possible without her support. Her encouragement, enthusiasm to help others and her enjoyable meetings during recess will never be forgotten by us.

Stephanie Keo (Year 9), Josephine Doan (Year 9), Anika Gupta (Year 9), Aashi Shah (Year 9), Heather Yeon (Year 9), Jodhi Bou (Year 9) Middle Years Leadership Team

JUNIOR SCHOOL CAPTAIN Reflecting on this past school year as Junior School Captain, I feel so grateful to be part of the incredible journey we’ve had. This year was marked by so many occasions that celebrated learning, creativity, and community spirit.

One of these memorable events was the Cardboard Challenge, where this year’s theme was ‘Dream House.’ This activity brought us together to create impressive structures out of simple cardboard, and it highlighted the creativity and teamwork within our School community.

It was a perfect example of how we can make extraordinary things when we come together and collaborate and have so much fun at the same time.

Another highlight was the Book Week Parade, where we celebrated our love for reading and imagination. It was amazing to see everyone’s creative costumes on display, and there was a buzz of excitement as we paraded around, transforming into our character from our favourite stories. If these events show anything, it’s that MLC School girls are not afraid to dream big, think boldly, and then give their all to make things happen.

To my fellow Year 5 students, the courage you've shown in taking on leadership roles this year has truly inspired me. You have been exceptional role models for our younger students, and I am so proud to have shared this journey with you. To our teachers, thank you for all your guidance and encouragement throughout the year.

A special thank you to Ms Sharpe – your mentorship and constant support have meant so much to me.

I also want to thank Carla, our Vice-Captain, for sharing this leadership journey with me. Her positivity and tireless support have made my role so much more enjoyable. Thank you, Carla, for always being there, for making every challenge easier, and for making this year so much fun. To all the students at MLC School, it has been an absolute privilege to be your Junior School Captain. Thank you for your energy, enthusiasm, and spirit. Whether it’s the Colour Fun Run or Crazy Hair Day, your eagerness to jump in and participate wholeheartedly is what makes MLC School such a vibrant and joyful place. It’s what brings us together as a community and makes our School so impressive.

As I get ready to leave the Junior School, I feel a mix of sadness and excitement. I’ll miss the familiar halls that have become my second home for so long. But at the same time, I’m eager to take on new challenges and explore what’s next alongside my peers. It’s sad to say goodbye to the Junior School, but I know that this is just the beginning of a new adventure for all of us.

Thank you everyone for an incredible year.

Estella Tran Junior School Captain

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JUNIOR SCHOOL VICE-CAPTAIN Kindness is a gift everyone can afford to give.

As I look back on this year as the Junior School ViceCaptain, I feel a mix of pride, gratitude, and a bit of nostalgia. The year 2024 has been an action-packed year, filled with amazing memories, challenges, and many moments that I am sure none of us will ever forget. I would like to thank Estella Tran – our wonderful School Captain, for being such an incredible support and friend to me. I have really enjoyed working with her this year.

I would also like to acknowledge Ms Sharpe for making such a difference in my captaincy journey. Her endless care and support throughout the year has given me the confidence to take part in many public speaking events and to become a better leader. Mr Sandral, thank you for your leadership and for always having such a wonderful sense of humour.

It encouraged all of us to tackle the week after Monday morning messages.

Additionally, I would like to acknowledge the incredible staff who have guided and encouraged everyone in such a positive way. Thank you for helping us become the best versions of ourselves.

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To my fellow students, what a year it has been. We have worked hard, laughed, and sometimes even cried together, but we always supported one another with kindness.

From camps, carnivals, Stay and Play, discos and not forgetting the endless assessments in class, we have worked together to grow and create long lasting memories.

Being a Vice-Captain has been such an honour and has taught me the importance of leadership and teamwork.

Representing MLC School with my fellow leadership team has been so rewarding and I hope that we have made a difference.

As we prepare for the end of year, let us remember the lessons we have learned, the friendships we have made and the School spirit that has brought us together. Wishing everyone the best of the luck with all the adventures that lie ahead.

Carla Di Leo Junior School Vice-Captain

JUNIOR SCHOOL STUDENT COUNCIL (JSSC) MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THE JUNIOR SCHOOL

The aim of the JSSC is to build and support the Junior School community. There are two representatives from each class from Year 3 to Year 5 plus the Junior School Captain and Vice-Captain. In 2024 we led several initiatives: We ran a Friendship day in Term 1. The Junior School students enjoyed making friendship bracelets, colouring bookmarks with friendship quotes, following a friendship scavenger hunt and even trying out speedfriending (a way of quickly meeting someone and sharing something about themselves).

We ran Staff Appreciation Week in Term 2.

We started the week acknowledging our staff at the Monday morning gathering and giving three cheers to the staff. We made posters to decorate the staffroom to show our thanks. We created a video to show at Assembly, where we sent thank you messages to the Junior School staff. And the best part was the teachers participating in a School Kahoot, which made us all laugh! It was a successful week.

The highlight of our year is always Stay and Play in Term 3. We worked hard all term with our teachers and classes to run a stall at Stay and Play. The weather was perfect, and we enjoyed having family and friends join us as well as the newly appointed Senior School leaders. From food to activities to goods stalls, the School community had a blast. We are grateful to everyone who worked hard to help to make this day so successful. We hope we are building many lovely memories for our Junior School community.

We are grateful to have had the opportunity to represent our classes and to add value to the Junior School community.

MLC School JSSC Members 2024

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SPIRITUAL LIFE DARE TO BE MORE

We come to the end of MLC School’s Strategic Plan 2020–2024 with confidence and much gratitude for the collective efforts by the School community in its Vision and Mission – to educate and equip young women to be fearless thinkers, morally courageous, compassionate, and to be agents of change in their own lives and in the lives of those around them. It is also with anticipation and great hope that we look forward to the roll out of the new Strategic Plan to direct us into the future, under the guidance and leadership of our School Council and Executive Leadership Team.

As School Chaplains, we do our best to compliment all School programs, both in Senior and Junior Schools. To encourage our girls to ‘Dare to be More.’ In Term 1, we continued to follow the Lectionary-based Bible readings, reflections and stories and follow the seasons of the church. Significant anniversaries, commemorative dates, national and international observances are also part of special community celebration, mostly led by the students.

MLC School House Service theme for 2024 was ‘Forgiving the Self and Forgiving Others.’ This is where our girls are charged with the spirit of uncontrollable generosity – to be filled with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Thanks to all our Heads of Houses and House Captains, all House Services for 2024 were well attended by all and led by students and staff alike.

In Term 2, the study of ‘Women of the Bible’ across the School during weekly Chapel and devotional Services portrayed women as strong, resilient, justice-hearted, advocates for the marginalised, and influential leaders with rights and dignity beyond cultural norms.

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This study was emboldened by themes in Term 3, as we reflected upon Courage and Perseverance, Hope and Encouragement, Joy and Gladness; Respect and Obedience as well Growth and Success.

In Term 4, our focus was upon developing a ‘Heart that Serves’, as leeway into the new framework of Service Learnings and Programs supporting our Community Care Services such as Uniting, Uniting Justice, Uniting World, Wayside Chapel, Exodus Foundation, and others, as our students seek ways to connect and assist the vulnerable in our society.

One of the rewards of being Chaplains of the School is witnessing the generosity of our School community expressed through the donations, charities and major fundraising held throughout the year. The Advent themes of Hope, Peace, Joy and Love are expressed based on the realm of compassion, radical inclusion, welcome, grace and mutual service. We are proud to say that MLC School is also well known for its service and compassionate heart.

In Junior School, the fortnightly classroom lessons of Religious Education (RE) have complimented the Chapel Services well.

The Chaplains teach Godly Play curriculum from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 2, as well as being a support resource for class teachers of Year 3 to Year 5 we continue to be directly

involved with the Head of Department – History and Religious Education in evaluating the RE Curriculum for the Junior School.

Our School activities, functions and special events promote a spiritual approach as corporate and individual prayers are offered by the Chaplains. To celebrate and mark the end of Ramadan this year, the School held its first ever Iftar Dinner –and we hope that this will be an annual occurrence. Our Sapphire annual visit brings joy and happiness to the School community as we celebrate their legacy and history in an annual thanksgiving Service led by the Chaplains.

The MLC School girl is at the heart of everything we do, so journeying alongside our students is an evolving process in our daily work as we aspire to nurture and dare them to be more as Daughters of the Light. Young American author Imania Margria said, ‘Dare to be more… Dare to be extraordinary.’

As MLC School guides opportunities to harness and ignite ‘extraordinary-ness’ across the life of the School, we pray and hope that our girls will be influential and exceptional change agents… as qualities, values and skills invested in them during their formative years can determine their life's success and the future success of our society.

Reverend Viniana Ravetali and Pastor Caitlin Scott School Chaplains

SCHOOL NAME CAPTAINS HERE

LEADERSHIP PHOTOS

HOUSE NAME CAPTAINS HERE

FRONT ROW Moira Peach, Fiona Feng, Ava Dean, Anikah Sanan, Georgie Roediger, Sarah Furlan, Lizzy Bieri SECOND ROW Ms F. Pow, Ms L. Moloney, Vishaalini Ravichandra, Seraya Srikumar, Sienna Marriott, Ms M. Boyd, Ms J. Graffen

FRONT ROW Kirsten Tran, Cleo Clark, Bariah Khaznadar, Sofia Cvetkovski, Seraya Srikumar, Matisse Liu, Bella Upcroft, Joyce Mai, Taara Kotibhaskar SECOND ROW Mr A. Simos, Ms L. Moloney, Isabella Kristallis, Azzurra Zappacosta, Sienna McCormack, Danielle Dib, Ms M. Boyd, Ms J. Graffen THIRD ROW Isabelle Lin, Madison Snowden, Sophia Sefein, Ivana Dolenac, Hermione Campbell, Sara Yaqub, Jaiden Sinozic

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MIDDLE YEARS LEADERSHIP TEAM

LEADERSHIP PHOTOS

JUNIOR SCHOOL CAPTAINS

FRONT ROW Josephine Doan, Stephanie Keo, Ava Dean, Aashi Shah, Anika Gupta SECOND ROW Ophelia Li, Ilaria Blanco, Jodhi Bou, Lily Smith, Chelsea Sumich, Heather Yeon

FRONT ROW Ms J. Sharpe, Carla Di Leo, Estella Tran, Mr D. Sandral

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STAFF

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STAFF LIST EXECUTIVE

ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE

CO-CURRICULAR

Principal Lisa Moloney BEd, MEdLead, GDipMusEd

Wendy Allen CertIIITeachSpecialAide, DipEdSupp

Deputy Principal Melissa Boyd BHlthSc, DipEd, MEd

Michelle Anderson BA, DipIM, DipLaw

PDHPE Director of Experiential Learning Sarah Jauncey BEd (Phys and HlthEd)

Head of Senior School Joanna Graffen BA LLB, TESOL, BEd Head of Junior School Daniel Sandral BEd, MEd, GDipTESOL, DipTeach Head of Learning and Teaching (until Term 4) Linda Emms BEd (Des and Tech), MACEL Chief Financial Officer Mary Perera BEc, CPA, AGIA, ACIS, ACMA, CGMA Head of People and Culture (until Term 4) Nyrissa Filetti BSc, Cert Coach, PRINCE2 Cert Head of Information Technology Steven Swarts GCertBus, MCP Head of Marketing and Community Relations Michele Dunn BJurisLaw Executive Assistant to the Principal Tracy Neale Special Projects Advisor to the Principal Michelle Anderson BA, DipIM, DipLaw Executive Assistant to the Deputy Principal Florence Christou Executive Assistant to the Head of Senior School Rochelle Dagher BA (Edu and Sociol) Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer Regina Robinson Chief Financial Officer Mary Perera BEc, CPA, AGIA, ACIS, ACMA, CGMA

Carla Comitogianni Martina Miu BCom, MCom (PAcc) Violetta Mclellan-Reichert JD, MJur Nat Nguyen

Dance, Drama and Entertainment Jessica Dyson BDance (Hons), CertIIILiveProdTheatreEvents History and Religious Education Xavier Maling BExHSc, DipEd, CertRE

Trinh Nguyen

Music Vicky Rodrigues BCom, BSc

Cheryll Rivett

Andrea Rowe BA (Hons), MPhil, PhD

Navoda Wellege CPA, ACMA, CGMA Jessica Yap AQUATIC CENTRE Aquatic Centre Manager Luke Goddard BBus

COUNSELLING AND STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES Head of Counselling and Student Health Services Anna Michalopoulos BA, GDipSc (Psych)

Bruce Duffy BA (InfoTech and SoftEng)

Marion Delprado BA, DipEd, MA (SocWrk), GDip ClinSocWrk

Erin Moodie DipECEd

John Hensley MA

Jessica Schell

Katelyn Morris BNurs Catherine Roach RN, CertIVGCarDev

CAREERS Head of Futures and Pathways Jo Cilia BA, DipEd, DipCarEd Karyn Jarvis BA, DipEd, MA, BEd (SpecEd), GCertCareerDevt Nicole Massara CHAPLAINCY Senior Chaplain Rev Viniana Ravetali MTh, BTh, DipAdminMgt Chaplain Pastor Caitlin Scott

Susan Rountree Lisa Williamson BPsychSc (Hons), MProfPsych Anna Zaher DipNurs DANCE, DRAMA AND ENTERTAINMENT Head of Department Lisa Jinga BA, DipEd, MA Junior School Samantha Anderson BMus Kellie Cogin BA/BEd Kate Drady BA (Dance) (Hons), MEd (Dance and Drama), CertIIILiveProdServices, CertIVTrainAssess Bojana Kvrgic BA Jenna Skepper BA Dance Ed (PDHPE and Dance), CertIIILiveProdServices, CertIVTrainAssess Alisha Vigna BArts/BEd

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STAFF LIST ENGLISH

LEARNING ENRICHMENT

HISTORY AND RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

Head of Department Timothy Curry BA (MediaComm), GDipEd, MES

Head of Department Lynne Slarke BA, BEd, DipEd, MEd, MSPEd, GDipSpEd

Head of Department David Posker-Hill BA, DipEd, GCert RE, MA, MEdLead

Assistant Head of Department Deborah Moir BA (Hons), MLitt, GDipEd, COGE

Diane Bonnici DipEd (EduSupp), CertIVChaplaincyPastoralCare

Antonella Accurso BEd (Sec)

Jacqui Donnelly MA (Psych), GDipEd

Luisa Bland BA (HumMoveStud), DipEd, GDipDiv

Georgina Brewer BAComn, MEd (TESOL), GDipEd (Sec)

Lucy James

Lynne Bondar BA, DipEd

Joelene Cheney BA Communications, DipEd, MACrWr

Dijana Mastonardi BEd (Prim), BA, MSpecInclEd

Janina Cejka BA, BEd (Sec), GDipRE, GCertHR

Gemma Goldberger BA, GDipEd

Kathy Meintjes BSc, DipEd, GDipSpecInclEd

Katie Clarke

Elizabeth King BA, DipEd, CertTESOL Bridget Kovats BEd Sec (HumSocSc), MEd (Learn and Lead) Emily Marsh BA (MediaComm), LLB, MTeach (Sec) David O'Donohue BA, DipEd, CertTEFL Joseph Pfeffer BLAS, MTeach Fiona Pow BA (Hons), PGCE Wayne Symes BA, DipEd, BTh, DipMin Georgia Thorne MTeach (Sec Drama and English), BArts (Acting), BArts (ThtreArts and EnglishLit)

Belinda Merrick BEd (EC) (Hons), GCertSpecIncEd Susie Omar CertIVEdSupp

Annie Conway MA (Theol), BA, DipEd, DipCS

Margaret Rees BTeach (Early Child), GCertLiteracy, GCertSpecEd (LD)

Bryana Cooper BExHlthSc, DipEd, CertRE, CertIIComCookery

Jennifer Rodger BEd

Ashleigh Leck BA, BEd (Sec)

Irene Swain DipTeach, DipEd, GDipSpEd, CertIVAssessTrain, CertCompEdAss

Tim Lennon BEc, MTeach, MEd (ICT)

Jackie Tanevski CertIIIEarlyChild, CertIVEdSupp Erin Torres MEd Felicity Young BEd, CertLD, GCertAut FACILITIES Head of Facilities (from Term 2) Martin Homola DipFacilitiesMgmt, CertIVPlumb, TechCertPlumbTrade Erdal Altas Patrick Barker Scott Ingwersen HorticultureCert, AssocDipLand Vince Marino TradeCertElec Jorge Schell David Simiana Jeffery Wright

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Sharon Connolly BA, DipEd, GCertEdWellbeing

Xavier Maling BExHSc, DipEd, CertRE Christopher Moysa BA (Hons), MTeach (Sec) Judy Tenzing (His), GDipEd (His/TESOL) Megan Westwood BA (Hons), MSc Vicky Zinopoulos BA, BEd, CertIVAssessWorkTrain

HUMAN SOCIETY AND ITS ENVIRONMENT Head of Department Danielle Rodrigues BA, DipEd, MEd (LearnLead), CertIIBus, CertIVTrainAssess Assistant Head of Department Paul Batten BSc(Hons), DipEd, PhD Assistant Head of Department Christopher Highman BA, BEd (HumSocSc) Assistant Head of Department Henry Wijanto BBus (AppFin), MAIntRel, GDipEd Lynne Bondar BA, DipEd Manuel Condoleon BCom, BEd, MEd (Res), PhD

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Emily Bryson BEd (Prim)

Head of Information Technology Steven Swarts PGCertBus, MCP

Melissa Bye BTeach (EC), BEd

Gregory Americanos BPsychSc, GCertSc (Astron) Meghan Charters Kevin Cortese CertIT, CertIT, DipIT Ibiso Dokubo Suriya Jeyapirakasam BEng, AdvDipIT (CyberSecurity), PMP, SAFe Bikash Lumba DipIT(Net), AdvDipIT(NetS), BIT Supriya Maradana MCa James Serna BInfoCommsTech

Jocelyn Jabbour-Perez BEc, GDipAppFinInv, DipFinPlan, GDipEd, CertRE

Dishank Shah BCom, MPAccFin, DipCompApp, CertIVProjMgt

Helen Kondos BEc, DipEd, CertIIBusiness

Damon Yao BInfSys

Dexter Martinez BBus, MEd Tom McCosker BBus (EcoFin), BLaws, MTeach (Sec) Polly Meadows BA (Hons), PGCE Wayne Symes BA, DipEd, BTh, DipMin Megan Westwood BA (Hons), MSc Bronwyn Peace BA, GDipEd

JUNIOR SCHOOL Head of Junior School Daniel Sandral BEd, MEd, GDipTESOL, DipTeach

Marie Cassar BMechEng/BCompSc (Hons), MTeach (Sec) Claudia Catania BEd (EC and Prim) Maria-Louise Chami BEd (Prim) Selina Clark BPsych (Hons), MTeach Lisa Concannon BA (EC) (Hons), MTeach (Prim) Deborah Doyle Samantha Edwards BEd (Prim) (Hons) Jan Falls BA, DipEd, MEd, MECH, DipDecorativeArts Richelle Gyau-Awuah BEd (Prim), MEd LeadMgt, BTeach (Jnr Prim) Grace Kapellos BA, MA (Psych) Donna Keane BA, HigherDipEd Amy Kirk Pather Kosolay Vicki Liubinskas AssocDipECH

Deputy Head of Junior School – Learning Natalie Hird MTeach (Prim), AdvDipFrenchSt, BA (SocSc and IntlSt)

Merna Malek BEd (Prim)

Deputy Head of Junior School – Wellbeing Joanne Sharpe BEd, DipTeach, MEd, MEdLead

Eleonora Monda

Anne Abbott Kate Aghion BEd (EEdu), MEd(SpecInclEd) Samantha Anderson BMus, MTeach Elizabeth Astle BA(Hons), DipEd Lucy Aurelius BPrimEd, MEd Amber Bidwell BA, DipEd Susan Blanche BEd, TTCertHigher DipEd, DipVisArt (Prim), DipEAL Rachael Borg BEd (EC) Mary Botros BA, MTeach (Prim) Victoria Bradshaw BEd Prim (Hons)

Andrea Martinez BA, MTeach (Prim), MIncIED

Ryan Naylor BEd (Prim) (Hons) Frances O'Brien BEd (Prim), DipEd (Prim), DipRE Kylie O'Brien Andrena Otton BEd (Prim), DipEd (Prim), DipRE Eddie Park BSc (Biomolec), MTeachPrim Danielle Pham Dutta Pompa AssocDipEC Rebecca Putna BSpExSc, MTeach (Prim) Angela Salakas BTeach (EC) Bede Schofield BA (Prod), MTeach (Drama) 29

STAFF LIST Sharon Seymour DipTeach (Prim), BEd (Prim), MA (WritLit) Justine Shields BA International (Hons), GCertEd (Prim), MAEd Courtney Simmons BEd (Prim) Liane Simpson JP, CertIIIHosp, CertClothingAssembly Lesley Snelgrove BEd (Art), MEd (ArtDes) Kim Tran BTeach (Prim) Amanda Tsioustas BEd (Prim), GDipEC, MREd, GCertEdLead

LANGUAGES

LEARNING AND TEACHING

Head of Department Antonio Boschiero BA, DipEd

Head of Learning and Teaching Linda Emms BEd (Des and Tech), MACEL

Assistant Head of Department Priscilla Quintana BA, DipEd, MEd (Adult), GCertG&T, GCert (RE), OELP, CertIV(TrainAssess), CertIV(FrontMgmt)

Deputy Head of Senior School – Academic Elisa Scala BEd, GDipRE, GCertICTEd, MEd

Natasha Collins BA, GDipEd (Languages), GCertLDST, GDipSpEd, MSpEd (Inc and SpecEd) Bronwyn Peace BA, GDipEd Frederique Pech

Valerie Vitali BA, BTeach (Sec)

Erika Pieri BPolSci, MTeach (Sec)

Noha Walker

Rosa Scalzo BModLang (Hons), DipEd, DipSpecNeeds, MTeach, CertIVEd

Bernadette Weston BA, BEd (Prim) Madeline Woods BEd (Prim) Michelle Wyatt BA, DipEd (Hons), MInclEd Gina Zucco BEd (EC), DipTeach (Prim)

Josephine Schreuder BA (Languages), DipEd, BFA Phoebe Sze BA, BEd (Sec), CELTA Cert, MEd (EdPsych)

IB Coordinator (until Term 3) Olivia Nolan BExSc, GDipEd, MEdLead IB Coordinator (from Term 4) Priscilla Quintana BA, DipEd, MEd (Adult), GCertG&T, GCert (RE), OELP, CertIV(TrainAssess), CertIV(FrontMgmt) Director of e-Learning (Term 1) John Clear BA, DipEd Director of eLearning (from Term 1) Marianna Carlino BA (Lang)/BIS, BTeach (Sec), MEd (LearnLead) Director of Indigenous Education Tim Lennon BEc, MTeach, MEd (ICT)

Elisa Tagliabue MAAppL (LT)

Director of Teacher Accreditation Susan Rowley BSc, GDipFDA, GCertEducStud, MSc, MTeach (Hons)

Helena (Yan) Wang BA (CLLit), MEd, MTeach (Sec)

Enza Korompay BComm Cathryn Moore BEdEC, MEd (EdLead) Eleanor Santiago BBus (AccMgmt), PMP Lily Wang

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LIBRARY SERVICES

MATHEMATICS

MUSIC

Head of Department Louise Piggott BEd, DipTeach, MEd (TL)

Head of Department Alfred Chu BSc (Math), BEd, MLeadMgtEd

Nola Booth DipLibInfSc

Assistant Head of Department Phuong Do BA, BTeach (Sec)

Director of Music Trevor Mee DipMus, BMus, AMusA, GDipEd

Danielle Collins Sharon Goad BA, DipEd, DipLibInfSc Junior School Grace Kapellos BA, MA (Psych) Junior School Sharon Seymour DipTeach (Prim), BEd (Primary), MArts (WritLit) Anne Sullivan DipLibInfSc MARKETING AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS Head of Marketing and Community Relations Michele Dunn BJurisLaw Fadia Aoun Jillian Avramis DipEventMgt, AssocDipFA Nerida Coman DipTeach (Prim), CertIIIBusAdmin Barbara Hoffman BSc (Hons), GCRecordsMgt

Toby Duncan BSc, BE (Chem), DipEd, MEd Ziang Gao Shirley Green BSc (Hons), MTeach Georgina Karantzias Stavroula Koulouris BLAS (Ec), MTeach (Sec) Monica Lee BEd (SecMath), BSc (Math) MKestie Neligan BEd, DipTeach Angela Renwick BAppSc (Math), BTeach (Sec), GCert (EdWellbeing) Alex Schroder BS (Math), DipEd Hannah Smith BA (ArtHist and Math), GDipEd (Sec), GCertMgt Lan Tran BEd (SecMath), BSc (Math) Xujie Wang Vito Zurlo BEd (Math), DipTeach

Assistant Director of Music Elizabeth Gilberthorpe BMus (MusEd), MEd (LL) Jamie Castrisos BMus (Perf), DipMus (Jazz) Tristan Coelho BMus (Hons), MMus, MTeach Alice Chance BMusComp (Hons), Master Musicolgie Interprétation Patrimoine, GCertLing Richard Coward BMus/ BEd, CertIVTrainAssess, CertIIILiveProdTheatreEvents Sophie Grattan-Smith BMus, MTeach Ying Ho BMus (Hons), MMus Samantha Kelson-Gray BMus (Hons), MPerf, MTeach James Larsen BMus Amanda Lavender BMusEd Megan Ling BMusEd

Amelia Morgano BA, GCertMktg

Laura McDonald LMusA, BMusA (Hons), PG study Italy (Fiesole) and Russia (Tchaikovsky Con of Music)

David Osborne

Conor O'Reilly BMusSoundDesign

Melissa Pollett BJour (Hons)

Vicky Rodrigues BCom, BSc

Maria Rulloda BMedComm

Monique Shippen BA (ContempMus), MTeach (Sec)

Judy Lezon

Natalie Stewart BTeach (EC), GDipChSt

Minna Veinola ITIL Foundations Cert, CertComLanguageTeach Leon Vitogiannis BMus (Perf), MTeach (Sec), LMusA

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STAFF LIST PEOPLE AND CULTURE Head of People and Culture Nyrissa Filetti BSc, Cert Coach, PRINCE2 Cert Tahlia Cozzupoli Haylee Kauffman

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT, HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION Head of Department Sarah Papachristoforou BComm/BJ, DipEd Scott Carpenter BAPhysEd

Vanessa Lau BCom, CertIVBATest

Abbey Connor MTeach (HlthPhysEd), BSc (PsychSc), DipAboriginStud

Rebekah Matheson DipHR

Jane Ferguson BEd (Phys and HlthEd)

Natasha Peter-Thomas BA

Michelle Hiss BEd (Phys and HlthEd)

Natalie Stewart BTeach (EC), GDipChSt

Sarah Jauncey BEd (Phys and HlthEd)

Cristina Toth-Piller BScIR

Claire Johnson BSpEx, GDipTeach

Leila Zayour

Olivia Nolan BExSc, GDipEd, MEdLead

Rebekah Matheson

Emily Osborne BEd (HumanMvmt and HlthEd) Andrew Simos BEd (PDHPE and RE) Andrew Taylor BEd (Phys and HlthEd), GCertEdWellbeing, MEd Amanda Tsioustas BEd (Prim), GDipEC, MREd, GCertEdLead Claire White BEd (HMHE)

SCIENCE Head of Department Maryellen Ottaway BSc, MApplSc, GDipEd Assistant Head of Department Scott Tibbey BSc, MTeach Sarah An BSc, MTeach (Sec) Glenn Blackburn BEd (SecSc) Felicity Cassidy BPharm, BTeach Linda Chui BEd, BSc (Hons) Moira Gaha BEd (SecSc) Tina Harb BEd (Sec), MEd (EdLeadMgt) Hallie Kim BSc/BA (IntlSt), BTeach (Sec) Julia Lindblom BSc (Honours), MTeach (Sec) Brooke McAlister BRurSc, GCertSc (BiomedSc) Susan Rowley BSc, GDipFDA, GCertEducStud, MSc, MTeach (Hons) Kate Schurch BSc (Hons), DipEd, MEd (EdLead) Martina Stolzi BSc, MSc, MTeach Roseanne Thompson BAppSc (Hons), GDipEd

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SENIOR SCHOOL Head of Senior School Joanna Graffen BA LLB, TESOL, BEd Acting Head of Senior School (Term 4) and Deputy Head of Senior School – Pastoral Andrew Taylor BEd (Phys and HlthEd), GCertEdWellbeing, MEd

TECHNOLOGICAL AND APPLIED STUDIES Head of Department Renee Willemsen BEd, CertIVTrainAssess, CertIIKitchenOp, CertIIFoodBev Assistant Head of Department Caitlin White BIntArch, BEd (Sec Des and Tech)

Head of House Coordinator Andrew Simos BEd (PDHPE and RE)

Natalie Adaimy BSc FoodTech (Hons), CertIVComCookery, CertIIHospOp

Head of Senior School Operations Scott Carpenter BAPhysEd

Richard Burgess BEd (Sec) IndA

Anita Brown Rochelle Dagher BA (Ed and Sociol) SPORT Director of Sport Lisa Filby BEd, DipTeach Assistant Director of Sport Kylie Bickerstaff BEd, DipM Andrew Aebi BEd Tea Alexandrova BA

Harriett Clark BFA (Hons) Andrew Drewitt-Smith Marian Guerra BTeach/BArts (Tech), CertIIHosp, CertIVTrainAssess, CertIIIInfoDigitalTech Nicole Guymer Robyn Langford DipTeach Bryce Lindstrom BTeach, DipIT Jake Morrissey MTeach VA, BFA, DipGraphDes

VISUAL ARTS Head of Department Sally Marks BA, DipEd, DipFA, CertIIIHosp Victoria Bradshaw BEd Prim (Hons) Ciane Brewster BVA/BEd (Sec) Harriett Clark BFA (Hons) Nicole Guymer Anita Modok BEd, MArt Admin, MFA (Research) Jake Morrisey MTeach VA, BFA Lucy Pero BA (ArtHisTh), MTeach (VisArts/ Sec) Brooke Sanderson Liane Simpson JP, CertIIIHosp, Cert ClothingAssembly Lesley Snelgrove BEd (Art), MEd (ArtDes) Camille Softley BArtED Emily Tez BA/BTeach

Naomi Bruce BA, MCom, BClinicalExPhys, ESSA AEP/AES Ludovic Catherine Zoe Cross Robert Glendenning Ashley Harris BScExMgt, CertIVFitness, ASCA L2 S and C Janmy Hu Jessica McAndrew BSc SpSc and PhysEd (Hons) Lauren O'Shea Colman Wong BSc (ExSc), MSpCoach

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HEAD OF LEARNING AND TEACHING FOSTERING INTELLECTUAL CURIOSITY

At the core of learning and teaching at MLC School are our learning dispositions.

Our teachers continue to play a crucial role in supporting the development of the MLC School Learning Dispositions among students. Each year they engage in ongoing professional learning that ensures they are equipped with the knowledge and skills to explicitly develop student engagement with these learning dispositions. Our whole School focus in 2024 was the development of a curiosity, that sense of wonder about the world around us and the desire to know more.

At MLC School, we believe that education is more than just a process – it is a journey filled with discovery, growth, and endless possibilities. Our learning community is a vibrant tapestry of dedicated educators, curious students, and supportive families, all working together to create an environment where every student can thrive. Over the past few years, we have embraced change, celebrated achievements, and navigated challenges with grace and resilience.

It has been exciting to observe the way in which the fostering of curiosity has been woven into learning throughout the year.

In Year 6 we continued to partner with Sydney Science Park. Curiosity was fostered through inquiry-based learning experiences.

Students engaged in interactive experiments that allowed them to explore scientific concepts in a hands-on manner. These activities were designed to spark curiosity by encouraging students to ask questions, make observations, and conduct experiments to find answers. By connecting classroom learning to real-world applications, students saw the relevance of what they were studying. Through the inquiry-based approach students were encouraged to take an active role in their learning by posing questions, investigating solutions, and reflecting on their findings. Teachers guided students through the process, helping them develop critical thinking and problemsolving skills.

In the Kindergarten classroom there were lessons focused on fostering curiosity about making responsible environmental choices.

The lessons aimed to encourage students to make responsible choices and develop their questioning skills.

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These activities were designed to spark curiosity by encouraging students to ask questions, make observations, and conduct experiments to find answers.

As a staff we fostered our own curiosity through our continuing exploration of how AI can be used in education. Our keynote speaker for our final professional learning day of the year was Leon Furze. He is an academic who is currently recognised as an expert in this space. We continued to seek ways in which we can leverage new and emerging technologies to engage and enhance student learning.

Open-ended questions were used to encourage students to think deeply and explore various aspects of a situation, fostering a sense of curiosity as they sought answers.

By embedding these strategies and approaches, we continued to ensure that learning dispositions are not only taught but also lived and experienced by students in their everyday learning. This holistic approach prepares students to navigate the complexities of the world and achieve their personal and academic goals.

In English, our Year 10 students completed the Independent Project on Genre, where students were given the opportunity to explore a literary genre of their choice.

This project promoted student curiosity by allowing them to self-select their text choices and genre to investigate. The project successfully developed students' independent reading skills and fostered a sense of agency and choice. Teachers acted as guides throughout the process, encouraging students to delve deeper into their chosen genres and explore various literary elements.

At MLC School, we are a community.

Together, we celebrate our achievements, learn from our experiences and support one another through every challenge. We remain committed to fostering a love of learning, encouraging curiosity and nurturing the unique potential of each student.

Linda Emms Head of Learning and Teaching

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DIRECTOR OF ELEARNING THE DIGITAL JOURNEY

With the unwavering support of our dedicated staff, I facilitate a series of presentations that address crucial topics such as: • The appropriate use and potential dangers of social media • Social etiquette in group chats and gaming forums • Digital reputation and deepfakes • Essential steps to take in challenging online situations These presentations foster a safe and respectful online environment, empowering students to make informed decisions and act responsibly in digital spaces. In addition to these presentations, our students actively participate in digital learning workshops.

These workshops provide them with the opportunity to enhance their skills in various areas, including: At MLC School, we recognise the transformative power of eLearning for both staff and students. Our commitment to integrating digital literacy and cyber safety into the curriculum ensures that our students are well-prepared for the digital age. We at MLC School strive to ensure that students are educated in this space, equipping them with the skills necessary to navigate the online world safely and responsibly.

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• Mastery of Microsoft Office applications • Using online platforms such as Padlet, Canva and Blooket to name a few • Understanding ethical use of AI in their learning and production of work • Assessing the best platform to support learning and production of work These workshops are not only about acquiring technical skills but also about understanding the broader implications of digital tools and technologies in learning.

Term 4 Staff Professional Development Day saw us spend a day with Leon Furze. He is an international consultant, author, and PhD candidate studying the implications of Generative Artificial Intelligence. Leon brought a wealth of knowledge and experience to us. MLC School staff were captivated by his presentations, leaving with new insights, ideas, and knowledge. They now felt ready to experiment with AI in their practice.

In conclusion, eLearning at MLC School is not just about using technology. It is about creating a holistic educational experience that empowers all stakeholders in the community. We are building a community of informed, responsible and skilled digital citizens. This commitment to eLearning ensures that every member of the MLC School community is equipped with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive in an increasingly digital world. I am honoured and incredibly grateful to be able to lead this community through this ever-changing realm, let us see what 2025 holds for us in this space!

Marianna Carlino Director of eLearning

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DIRECTOR OF INDIGENOUS EDUCATION NAIDOC Week made remarkable milestones.

In the Senior School, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students spoke at Assembly for the first time, sharing their cultural connections and the importance of NAIDOC celebrations. The Junior School honoured NAIDOC Week with a Smoking Ceremony and an inspiring performance by the renowned Buuja Buuja Butterfly Dancers, featuring Rayma Johnson. Throughout the year, we respected First Nations protocols by including Welcome to Country rituals at key events. Notably, the Year 6 Camp and the Year 11 Leadership Retreat featured warm welcomes by Uncle Les McLeod, Chris Tobin, and David King.

In 2024, MLC School launched its Reconciliation Action Plan, marking a pivotal step towards fostering deep, lasting connections with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Our vision centres on building transformational relationships across Australia, by inviting First Nations voices into our School and participating actively in their communities. MLC School strives to be a culturally safe and welcoming environment, where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging.

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Year 8 students engaged in an Immersive Program on Aboriginal culture across various subjects. In Religious Education, students explored Aboriginal spirituality, and in Geography, they studied the profound importance of Country. This learning extended beyond the classroom with on Country experiences: students sailed on the Tribal Warrior to Me-Mel Island and toured Barangaroo Headland, then deepened their learning on Wiradjuri Country alongside Elders.

Our Senior students visited northeast Arnhem Land, where they immersed themselves in Yolngu culture at Gulkula, the site of the Garma Festival, and spent three nights at the Bukudal homeland, learning language, kinship systems, painting and dancing.

Leadership development remained a focal point for First Nations students. Senior Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students attended the AISNSW Wingara Student Leadership Day, honing leadership, and cultural skills, while a Year 9 Aboriginal student attended the Ngara Future Focus Day at The University of Sydney, underscoring our commitment to Indigenous leadership.

In the planning of our new Performing Arts and Sports Centre, the School collaborated with Yerrabingin, an Aboriginal led firm, to ensure the building design reflects Wangal Country. This project involved a community consultation to connect the centre’s vision with cultural wisdom.

The staff dedicated professional development to advancing our cultural responsiveness. Reflecting on the AITSL Indigenous Cultural Responsiveness Continuum, we are committed to ongoing growth. Staff also attended the Culture College immersion in northeast Arnhem Land, gaining invaluable insights from the local community.

Through these initiatives, MLC School is building an enduring legacy of respect, understanding, and partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, enriching our entire School community.

Tim Lennon Director of Indigenous Education

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ADVENTURE CAMPS AND IMMERSIONS

ADVENTURE CAMPS AND IMMERSIONS In 2024, the Adventure and Immersion Program for Kindergarten through to Year 11 celebrated its second year of full-scale implementation, building on its foundation of engaging and transformative experiences. These programs were incredibly successful, promoting growth, teamwork and creating unforgettable memories. Each experience is carefully tailored to meet the needs of different age groups, providing a well-rounded learning experience that reaches far beyond the traditional classroom setting.

For our youngest learners in Kindergarten the camp experience was introduced with ‘muddy play.’ After performing at the Year 12 Farewell Assembly the students headed to Burwood Park, a change from the classroom learning. The students engaged in scavenger hunts, obstacle course and tarp challenges.

Year 1 girls were ‘Welcomed to the Bush’ at Lane Cove National Park for the day.

This program was an introduction to the bush and held in a naturecentric setting.

The focus was on developing social skills, teamwork and a sense of independence.

Simple outdoor activities, like nature walks, storytelling sessions, creating bush houses made from sticks, leaves, dirt and even mud.

This allowed these young minds to explore, discover and interact with their peers in an environment that encouraged curiosity.

The Year 2 students experienced a day by Sydney harbour, making kites, building sandcastles and rafting. The Giant Sleepover was Year 3's first overnight adventure camp at Stanwell Tops. They reached new heights with the giant swing and climbing tower. Students were taught about the local Indigenous people and tested out their bush walking boots. Year 4 enjoyed their Bush Bonanza in Tallong for two nights away, thus pushing their time away from home.

Mountain biking and flying foxes were some initiatives which bonded the girls together as they learnt outside the classroom.

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Students in Year 5 enjoyed an Immersion trip to Canberra. They visited all the sights and got to know our nation’s capital. Experiences focused on democracy and politics in the two nights the girls were away. The Year 5 students also had a two-night, three-day adventure camp to the Illawarra region where students experienced snorkelling, rock rambles and a surfing lesson.

The Year 6 Celebration Adventure camp allowed the girls to reflect on their final year of Primary School. Katoomba hosted the girls, as they participated in a Welcome to Country from Uncle Les. They unsuccessfully tried to block out the intense cicada noise and slept in tents for the first time. Year 6 also had an Immersion experience working with marine biologists at Taronga Zoo to consolidate their learning on animal adaptations. They even saw some marine animals in their natural habitat by snorkelling in Chowder Bay. The Relationships Adventure Camp kicked off the experiences for Year 7. The camp focused on fostering new connections, girls camped with their Luminaries in Killalea. Surfing was a highlight for many, along with mountain biking, canoeing and House bonding. The culmination of the two nights away was the House Olympic Games.

Year 8 First Nations Immersion focused on Sense of Place. These Immersions encompassed both on campus and off campus experiences. The off-campus experiences included two nights away in Bathurst and Orange. Here, they heard the oral traditions of the Wiradjuri, and explored the sacred sites of Borenore Caves, Wahluu (Mount Panorama), and Yuranighs Grave.

In Sydney, the students cruised the harbour on Mari Nawi, and listened to the stories of Gadigal, Gringai, Wangal, Cammeraygal, Gamaraigal and Wallumdegal. They visited The Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA),

Winangali, explored Barangaroo and heard the history of Warrane (Sydney Harbour).

Students not only engaged with learning in the different environments, but they also produced some amazing infographics which displayed all they had experienced and learnt.

Students in Year 9 had the opportunity to complete the Duke of Edinburgh adventurous journey as part of the award, either through Cadet Annual Camp or the Year 9 Adventures Camp. For those not wishing to complete the award, they undertook the Urban Challenge. This provided challenge by choice for Year 9s, with some hiking with packs, testing their mental and physical strength in tents and cooking on Trangia camp stoves. The Urban Challenge had its own tasks navigating Sydney city as their days unfolded with each clue completed.

Year 10 Immersion was also a challenge by choice with half of the students headed to Aotearoa, the North Island of New Zealand, and the other half to Sydney City on the Urban Challenge. While travelling by tram, train, ferry and foot in ‘minion’ and ‘tradie’ costumes these students took on tasks great and small. This included dance classes, preparing 184 meals at Kids Giving Back, surfing at Manly, budgeting for meals, silent discos, cracking codes and much more filled the week as they explored their hometown.

The New Zealand experience was eight days of cultural immersion and some fun!

Students experienced life in a Māori village, where they participated in cultural dancing and singing workshops, students had a Hangi feast, were up close and personal with the geysers, and had gondola and luge rides. The students visited a New Zealand adrenaline adventure park, a kiwi fruit orchard where they learnt about production

and visited the glow worm caves. They hiked to waterfalls and participated in the cultural ceremony of Mt Maunganui.

Year 11 finished the year on a Unite Retreat in Katoomba. They came together as a group for four nights, commencing with a Welcome to Country by Uncle David King and a Chapel service with Rev Vinnie. They set themselves challenges for their final year as well as reflected on what they had accomplished so far in their school journey. Affirmations were shared, and the new House Captains led mini-Olympics and Captains led the disco night.

These overnight experiences are an irreplaceable part of every student’s school journey and where many of their most cherished memories are created.

The learning and personal growth that takes place in just a brief time away is truly remarkable. Each experience builds on the previous one, with different focus areas that encourage students to develop new skills, overcome challenges and foster resilience. These carefully curated journeys not only promote personal growth but also strengthen bonds within the group, inspire curiosity and prepare students for future opportunities. By layering these experiences year after year, students gain a deeper understanding of themselves, their peers, and the world around them.

None of this would be possible without the incredible dedication of the staff, who work tirelessly to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the girls while they are away from home.

Xavier Maling Adventure and Immersion Coordinator

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IMMERSIVE LEARNING YEAR 5 | CANBERRA REFLECTIONS ON THE YEAR 5 CANBERRA IMMERSION The Canberra Immersion was an incredible experience. The girls in Year 5 visited many places and learnt a lot about democracy and how our parliamentary system works. Students experienced a sitting in the House of Representatives. We also met Sally Sitou MP, our representative in the electorate of Reid. All the girls participated in a role play where we debated a bill as members of the House of Representatives. This taught us how a bill is passed through the House.

Later, when the girls entered the Mount Stromlo Observatory, they saw the remains of the telescopes and the original observation site that had been destroyed by a major bushfire.

The guides prepared an activity to demonstrate a downsized scale of our solar system. This experience was fascinating. The Australian War Memorial was a really moving experience for us. It taught us so much about the sacrifices made by brave Australians for the peace and freedom which remains in our country today.

Mariella Tsolis and Olivia Smith Year 5 Students

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The Year 5 students had so much fun attending the Canberra Immersion. We undertook many activities. The main highlight was going to Questacon – there was a new updated earthquake room, a free fall slide (which was a slide designed to make you feel like you were falling from the sky). We also loved all the fantastic, cool displays and interactive activities. Another highlight was meeting Sally Sitou MP at Parliament House.

Beween Wednesday 6 November to Friday 8 November, Year 5 went on an exciting trip to Canberra. We visited Parliament House, Mount Stromlo Observatory, Questacon, the National Botanical Gardens, the War Memorial, Mount Ainslie Lookout, the Arboretum, The Museum of Australian Democracy, and the Rose Garden.

But the most memorable moment of our Immersion was the delicious food that the accommodation served – hash browns and fish and chips. It was some of the best camp food we have ever had!

Our favourite part was the interactive exhibits at Questacon, an incredible science museum where we explored space, technology, and tried fun experiments. It was both entertaining and educational. Overall, visiting Canberra was an unforgettable experience. We loved exploring the city and hope to return one day!

Vivienne Woon and Alannah Chan Year 5 Students

Mikayla Brown and Lara Byrnes Year 5 Students

Year 5 went to Canberra to have a fun learning experience about Australia’s history and its past conflicts. We visited places like the Australian War Memorial, the new and the Old Parliament House, Mount Stromlo Observatory, the National Botanic Gardens, the Australian Institute of Sport, and Questacon. and the big slide. I also loved Old Parliament House because there were lots of old and interesting artefacts and we sat in the original seats of the Senate. Canberra was one of my favourite camps with much learning involved.

Audrey Henderson Year 5 Students

IMMERSIVE LEARNING Y E A R 6 | CHOW DER BAY During Term 1 2024, Year 6 students participated in an off-campus Immersion as part of their learning unit, ‘Survival Depends on Adaptation’. They spent two days and one night at Chowder Bay. Students collaborated with marine biologists from Land’s Edge, examining marine animals in touch tanks. They then went snorkelling to observe these animals in their natural environment.

A highlight was the presentation from Take 3 from the Sea, where students learned about the impact of microplastics on marine life in Australia and globally. They also discussed how they could act in their communities.

To conclude, students biked the scenic path to Taronga Zoo and participated in workshops about animals from around the world and Australia, focusing on their structural and behavioural adaptations.

This included meeting animals up close, such as a snake, a ring-tailed possum, monkeys, birds, and a long-neck turtle.

Before and after the workshop, students observed other zoo animals and listened to the keeper talk.

A fun, engaging and educational time was had by all.

Amber Bidwell Year 6 Coordinator

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YEAR 6 ADVENTURE CAMP BLUE MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK During Term 4, Year 6 participated in their annual Outdoor Adventure Camp in the Blue Mountains. Students enjoyed bushwalking, archery, games in groups, a visit to Scenic World and sleeping in tents for a night. Students were away for four days and three nights, working in groups and collaborating. Students were fortunate to experience the Welcome to Country and a traditional Indigenous ceremony during this time. Over their time at camp, the sounds of cicadas rang out loudly during the day, the girls all learning of this once every 55-year phenomenon occurring when two different breeds of cicadas are in the same region simultaneously. Highlights were the delicious foods and friendships made with camp leaders.

Amber Bidwell Year 6 Coordinator 2024 STUDENT RESPONSES Year 6 had the most incredible time in the Blue Mountains at our last Junior School Camp. Everyone did lots of fun activities with their camp leaders who made the trip so much fun. We did activities such as hiking to Katoomba Falls, going to the Three Sisters, playing at Scenic World, going on the Katoomba Scenic Railway and sky-lift, and doing archery. On one of the nights, we slept in tents and cooked our own dinners. Our camp leaders taught us how to cook burritos and it was so much fun doing it with my friends. Although there were noisy cicadas everywhere that were bothering us every day, I still had a wonderful time.

Jessica Lim Year 6 Student

Over these four days, we made new relationships, learnt different things, and had an entertaining time. Alice the camp leader was a large part of what made this camp memorable. She led us through challenges and hilarious times – when we committed to climbing the hundreds of stairs on the hike.

One of my highlights was playing Newcombe Ball with my classmates. We did archery, which was a challenge and an activity which required teamwork. On the second day, I encountered hiking. We also did a Scavenger Hunt where we were drained but also satisfied at the end. No matter how hard and sweaty it took us to hike to the top, and even after a series of falls we all made it to the top. We also visited Scenic World, and we visited a series of automated dinosaurs and historical points. We slid down the menacing railway which is the steepest track in the world.

We went on the sky lift where we saw the Three Sisters and the Katoomba Falls. At night, we had a tight Trivia Game, and I cherished every second. We embraced the principles of the Aboriginal Culture Talk and played a few games. I had trouble saying goodbye to Alice especially as she made the stay feel as if we were at home.

Lavinia Xu Year 6 Student

We were split into day groups and did multiple activities that included hiking in the Blue Mountains, a scavenger hunt, archery, team games, a night walk, learning about the Aboriginal land located in the Blue Mountains, cooking our own food, and sleeping in a tent. This was my most memorable activity. Alice, our camp instructor, taught us how to cook. I think my group would agree with me on this, but most of us wanted to chop instead of cook, but obviously the jobs had to be shared equally. In the end, I cooked. I did not think it was going to be fun, but it turned out to be enjoyable. We set up our tents with the power of teamwork and finished it in a matter of a few minutes.

Shoutout to Ms Cassar who woke up early for our group and played music for everyone to enjoy. Playing Newcombe ball was extremely fun, teaming up against our friends. It was fun to see so many people participate and the pure joy when everyone was having fun and relaxing. Thank you to the Year 6 teachers and the camp instructors for a memorable and enjoyable camp experience.

Dora Cai Year 6 Student Year 6 camp was a great time to spend with our friends and make new ones. The highlights for me were cooking dinner, bonding while playing group games, archery, and Scenic World. There was a lot of hiking and a lot of stairs, but at least when we were bored, we could count them! By the end of the day our legs were tired, but at least we got to have delicious food and snuggle up in our cabin bed or tent.

Fedra Nikolakopoulos Year 6 Student

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YEAR 7 ADVENTURE CAMP ESTABLISHING POSITIVE REL ATIONSHIPS In Week 2 of Term 1, Year 7 along with 13 of their excellent teachers travelled to Killalea Regional Park to participate in three action packed days of activities. The Adventure Camp is always an exciting time for the Year 7 cohort as they come together to experience the new, the challenging and have fun together. This time away was centred on establishing positive relationships with each other and with key staff who support Year 7 throughout the year. Students shared tents with one another, learnt how to cook, managed sharing facilities with 160 of their friends, encouraged each other to learn new skills and attempted a range of problem solving together.

• Cooking lessons – safely used Trangia stoves to create gourmet dinners, slicing and dicing ingredients and stirring the pot so the sauce did not stick and how to cook pasta - skills we hope all of Year 7 have put to effective use.

Over the course of the three days students took part in:

Bridget Kovats Head of Year 7

STUDENT REFLECTIONS ‘We loved spending time in nature – surfing, playing with hermit crabs, sleeping in tents, the food (especially the chipotle mayonnaise), and the bus rides!’ Wade (Year 7) ‘Being adventurous, trying new things, chaotic, fun by two, exciting, eventful, wet, interesting, memorable and getting out of our comfort zone.’ Sutton (Year 7)

• Indigenous cultural workshops learning about local flora and fauna of the South Coast.

• Surfing lessons, where some confidently stood and showed off their wave skills.

• Mountain biking! With students working hard to navigate some tricky (and hilly) terrain!

• Canoeing and swimming! Many paddled up and down the river, learnt who steers and who powers the canoes.

• Team building activities, culminating in an Olympic-style tournament. In their House groups they solved problems, demonstrated their balance, worked out puzzles, and riddles and showed positive and dedicated team support.

Congratulations to Abbeythorpe House for their win!

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YEAR 8 ADVENTURE CAMP A SENSE OF PLACE

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Our Year 8 Immersion trip was an incredible experience and gave us the unique opportunity to learn more about First Nations Country and culture. We spent three days in Wiradjuri Country – Bathurst, Orange, and the Blue Mountains, followed by two days in the city. We participated in story-telling sessions where First Nations guides shared their awesome stories, which illustrated their deep spiritual and cultural connection to the land. My favourite story was about the creation of the platypus. I especially enjoyed the bracelet weaving sessions and learning traditional weaving techniques. While I also had an immense amount of fun with my friends. One of the most important things we learnt about was the ongoing efforts that were being taken to preserve First Nations culture and language, and the importance of giving First Nations communities a voice. Overall, our Immersion was a fantastic learning opportunity.

Our Year 8 Immersion was a magnificent experience which expanded my perspective of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander spirituality. Learning about the history of Australia through our time on Country has truly been an immense learning journey. The hands-on experience allowed us to connect deeply with the land and its stories, offering a deeper understanding of the rich and diverse cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Chloe Lu Year 8 Student

Roma Nadubeedi Year 8 Student

Emma Sugianto Year 8 Student Our Immersion was a tremendous experience that helped me gain a deeper understanding of First Nations peoples and helped increase the knowledge I have on racism, colonisation, Country and so much more.

I am so glad I have had this experience and absolutely loved the things I learnt and grew from.

YEAR 9 ADVENTURE CAMP MURR AMUR ANG NATIONAL PARK In Term 1, the Year 9 cohort had the exciting opportunity to participate in the Urban Challenge, a camp experience where students were split into teams, completed challenges and explored Sydney. It was a camp filled with fun activities, sparking new connections between peers. This camp was an amazing opportunity to explore the city of Sydney – from spending dinner in the heart of Chinatown to a silent disco under the stars of Cockatoo Island. Even amongst the trials and tribulations from the pouring rain to the flooded tents, we were able to appreciate the experience, developing our resilience and building character.

However, just as we disembarked, we were hit by a torrential downpour. The rain was relentless, soaking us within minutes and turning the ground into puddles as we scrambled for cover. Our tents did not stand a chance against the downpour; water seeped in, leaving everything drenched.

Despite the flooded tents and soggy gear, the rain eventually cleared, and we ended the night with a silent disco. With headphones on and the island glistening from the earlier rain, we danced in sync, lost in our own music, yet as one, creating an electric atmosphere that felt magical after the challenges of the day.

In the end, the Urban Challenge was an unforgettable experience that allowed us to explore Sydney in an exciting and meaningful way. From navigating the city in teams to embracing unexpected challenges like rain-soaked tents, we learnt to rely on one another and build resilience. Beyond the fun activities and iconic sights, this camp strengthened the bonds of our friendships and encouraged teamwork.

Jodhi Bou, Stephanie Keo and Aashi Shah Year 9 Students

The camp excitement kicked off early, with group roles and costumes assigned to set the stage for a keen sense of teamwork.

Our adventure began, Amazing Race-style, following clues around the city and tackling each challenge as a team. That afternoon, a high-energy dance competition filled the room with laughter and cheers. Dinner took us to Chinatown, where we enjoyed delicious food and conversed, sharing stories, and forming everlasting connections. To end the night, we embarked on a scenic voyage around Circular Quay, taking in views of the Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

After waking up from a night filled with fun, we left our accommodation and completed a series of challenges at the Australian National Maritime Museum. Later, we boarded a ferry to Cockatoo Island.

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IMMERSIVE LEARNING YE AR 10 | NE W ZE AL AND This year, Year 10 had the option of two different Immersive experiences. The aim of the Immersions was to reflect on indigenous cultures, connect with peers, be challenged outside our comfort zones and to participate in a range of activities that have included sustainability.

STUDENT RESPONSES

NEW ZEALAND IMMERSION In Week 5, Term 4, 98 students from Year 10 had the opportunity to travel to the North Island of New Zealand for a culturally immersive experience. Over the course of the week, we visited three different cities: Auckland, Rotorua and Tauranga. We participated in and watched invaluable cultural practices, such as traditional Welcome to Home and Land, culturally significant songs, and dances as well as learning about the teachings and way of life within Māori communities. This included things like geothermal cooking, where stones are sealed in a wooden box on the ground, and then ingredients are slow cooked over several hours to cook food like meat and corn. While travelling from Auckland to Rotorua on the second day we visited the Waitomo caves, where thousands of glow worms cover the ceilings. We also visited one of the largest kiwi fruit farms in the country, we went on numerous scenic walks and participated in New Zealand’s rugby heritage – The All-Blacks Experience. A personal highlight was our day trip to Hobbiton, the official set of the Lord of the Rings Trilogy.

Overall, the trip was an incredible, invaluable experience and one we are so grateful we had the opportunity to experience.

Zoya Rezainia and Amelia Tchan Year 10 Students

URBAN CHALLENGE In Term 4, 43 students from Year 10 embarked on the much-anticipated Urban Challenge, a thrilling four-day adventure through the heart of Sydney. Four teams were involved and dressed up in their personalised themes of ‘Minions’, ‘Tradies’, ‘Aussie Tourists’ and ‘Bachelorettes.’

We navigated the city with maps, clues, and plenty of energy, racing to complete tasks to earn points for our team. On top of that, we received a budget for each of our meals and had the freedom to choose what we wanted to eat which we enjoyed thoroughly. It tested our problem-solving, communication and independence skills.

From iconic landmarks like the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Luna Park and travelling by public transport from Manly to Narrabeen, each destination revealed a new challenge. We really enjoyed the bonus point challenges especially when the teams performed a dance-off and when we helped serve our community by cooking and packaging food for people who are homeless.

Even though we stumbled across complications like getting lost, missing a bus, and miscommunication within the groups, it was an incredibly memorable experience and facilitated bonding with our peers.

Crystal Huang Year 10 Student A special thank you goes to Xavier Maling and Sarah Jauncey for their organisation and enthusiasm in bringing about a choice of exciting options for the Year 10 Immersions.

Thank you to the staff that took care of the students on the New Zealand Immersion, David Posker-Hill, Louise Piggott, Kate Schurch, Jane Timor, Emily Marsh, Stavroula Kalouris and Christopher Highman and the staff on the Sydney Urban Challenge, Alex Schroder, Toby Duncan, Richard Burgess and Ashleigh Leck.

Angela Renwick Head of Year 10

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CULTURE COLLEGE IMMERSION TOGETHER WE LEARN RRAMBAŊGI ŊILIMURRU MARŊGITHIRRI (Together we learn) During the October break I had the very great privilege of once again travelling to northeast Arnhem Land as part of our Indigenous Immersive Learning Program.

This year we inaugurated a collaboration with three other schools as we deepened cross-cultural learning. MLC School students and staff joined with staff and students from Redlands School, Melbourne Girls Grammar, and Camberwell Girls Grammar on a weeklong journey to learn about Yolngu culture. We were privileged this year to be joined by Murrundindi Headman of the Wurundjeri Clan of Melbourne who was the honored guest of Yolngu elder and Culture College Director, Djapirri Mununggirritj. The experience of being Welcomed not only to Country but to the homelands of families is one that has left its mark on us all. We found ourselves embraced by the warmth and kindness of a community who willingly shared with us their culture, the oldest continuous living culture on the planet. It was in many ways a humble experience as we discovered just how much we do not know about our country; it is traditional owners and our shared history.

Our Immersion commenced with a Welcome to Country and a healing workshop with Elders at Gulkula. This was the moment when our girls truly leaned into why they were here and opened themselves up to the experience. During our time with the community, we visited the Yirrkala Art Centre where we were introduced to Dhuwa and Yirritja the two moiety that maintain balance, harmony, and good health for all of creation. We journeyed to Macassan Beach to learn the history of this community’s connection with the Makassan traders of Sulawesi, a part of our history that is not taught as part of the mainstream curriculum.

The next four days were spent on the Bukudal homeland. Four hours over red dirt roads in 4WDs to emerge at the most pristine of beaches.

Sadly, swimming was off the agenda due to the presence of the local wildlife but plenty of fun was to be had kicking the football, sitting around the campfire, playing games with Bella, Justin, and Harry, reading books, playing cards and spending time with the family. We were welcomed by the family in a traditional smoking ceremony before settling into our home for the next few days. Mornings were spent in our classroom learning Yolngu Matha, the language spoken by the people, and developing our understanding of Yolngu kinship. Afternoons were an opportunity to take part in painting and jewellery making workshops and to spend time with the family. Our sincere thanks to Brayawah, Lurlapungi, Charmaine, Marcia and Owie for all they taught us.

Our Culture College mentors, Alana, Jess, Ethan and KZ were part of what made this experience so special in the way they interacted with the girls and helped them navigate their introduction to Yolngu culture, all the while keeping us safe and managing the logistics of caring for over 30 people in a remote location. They were a joy to work with. The consensus from the group was this was the best camp food ever and for this we must thank the wonderful Bron. Always in the kitchen with a smile on her face and making sure not only was there breakfast, lunch, and dinner but ongoing snacks throughout the day. Chocolate pudding done in camp ovens on the open fire was a particular highlight.

Our time at Bukudal ended with Bungal, where we got to take part in traditional dances around the campfire and learn about the Morning Star as this is where Bukudal takes its name. As part of this the students combined to ‘give back’ to the family to show their appreciation of their time on Country.

This was in the form of a song that they wrote as a group and set to the music of a familiar song. As their teachers we were incredibly proud as we watched the students from the three schools work together to write, rehearse and perform this while we observed from the sidelines. Before leaving Bukudal we were gifted a Yidaki that had been hand painted by members of the family.

This will be presented to Ms Moloney as we share our experiences with the rest of the School at the assembly.

Our experience concluded with reflection around the campfire at Gulkula. A fitting place to reflect on our week. At the request of Djapirri the song was repeated, this time accompanied by Murrundindi on the Larakitj (didgeridoo), a truly memorable experience for all. As with any group, the special moments and deep learnings vary from person to person. For some it was the time to truly disconnect and find a space where it was ok to not be busy, for others it was the chance to connect to culture. I consider it a privilege to continue to be Welcomed on Country where culture is so still strong.

Our trip was made possible by the incredible team at Culture College Arnhem Land Aboriginal Corporation, a not-for-profit Indigenous corporation and charity. Their vision is to weave Yolŋu and Näpaki (nonIndigenous) together to create balance and instigate change in the story of education.

We hope this is just the start of an enduring partnership with them.

‘The essence of contact with Country is missing from education – Culture College allows Yolŋu to learn knowledge while working and walking country, then looking out to Balanda who will be learning from us…Yolŋu the wind in the sails behind Balanda the vessel going back home from this learning experience.’

Marcus Mungul Lacey Culture College Director

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LEARNING LIBRARY 'Today a reader, tomorrow a leader.' — Margaret Fuller Our Junior School library is a vibrant hub of learning and imagination, where students are encouraged to explore, discover and grow. It is a community where the love of reading is nurtured and the joy of stories comes to life.

2024 was a magical year in our library, celebrating the Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) theme, Reading is Magic.

Reading is truly magical because it opens doors to countless worlds and experiences, allowing us to travel through time and space without ever leaving our seats. Literature enriches our lives by offering insights into different cultures, histories, and perspectives, fostering empathy and understanding. We participated in lots of inspiring reading events and there were many opportunities for the girls to respond.

We experienced the joy of stories as we read, judged and nominated books shortlisted for the CBCA and KOALA Awards.

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The Year 5 girls strived to inspire curiosity for the CBCA Notable books by creating and sharing book trailers, which were entered in the CBCA Collide competition. We are very proud of the fine efforts of Maya HaysomMcDowell (Year 5), Lexie Lovett (Year 5) and Caitlyn Rodrigues (Year 5) who earned themselves an Honour Award from CBCA.

book to their class bookshelf. 390 students finished the challenge, with 51 receiving a gold certificate.

The Junior School came together to read this year’s National Simultaneous Storytime book, Bowerbird Blues. Miss Anderson led our Year 5 library leaders in a moving performance of the book’s themes of longing and connection. We welcomed author Belinda Murrell, who shared her writing journey with the Year 2 and Year 3 classes.

Information literacy is a crucial skill for primary school students, as it equips them with the ability to effectively locate, evaluate and use information. Throughout the year, the students honed their research skills learning how to find appropriate online content safely, synthesise information and present their findings in a clear and ethical way. From our youngest researchers, who search for and find reliable information in non-fiction books, to our Year 5 girls who access and evaluate a wide variety of sources.

The Premier’s Reading Challenge aims to encourage a love of reading for leisure and pleasure in students, enabling them to experience quality literature. With so many passionate readers, it was wonderful to watch our library display grow, as the girls completed the challenge and added a

Book Week was the highlight of the year.

Students expressed their love of reading when they buddied up with another grade, and enjoyed an afternoon sharing their favourite books. Meeting an author can ignite a passion for reading and writing in students. Author and illustrator,

Chris Kennett, inspired our young students to draw characters from his books. Year 5 students created spooky characters with author, Reece Carter. Mr Sandral and Ms Moloney read two CBCA Book of the Year winners and Year 2 performed a funny play called Cindareally. Our Year 5 Library Leaders organised engaging activities for Lunchtime Library sessions and judged the hotly contested Bookmark competition.

Congratulations to Peta Bianchi-Howden (Year 5) who was the overall winner. And of course, we all loved dressing up as our favourite character for the Book Parade.

The Great Book Swap is a fantastic way to celebrate reading, learn more about Indigenous Languages and culture, while raising funds for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation. With the help of some of our dedicated parent volunteers, the Library leaders and the MLC School Literacy Leaders coordinated the Indigenous Literacy Day Book Swap, raising $459.

Looking back on our shared reading experiences during 2024, it is clear there is a strong reading culture.

With a diverse collection of books and resources, engaging activities, and dedicated staff, our library continues to provide a welcoming environment that inspires curiosity and fosters a lifelong passion for learning.

Sharon Seymour Junior School Teacher Librarian

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LEARNING VISUAL ARTS ‘By its nature, art is intended to be displayed and appreciated, and therefore the audience is integral to the artwork itself.’ — Olivia Huppman (2014) There would be some in the art world who would dispute the role of the audience in Art. However, MLC Junior School holds the need the need for display and competition is in high regard. Displaying students’ artworks across all class studios is Visual Arts assistant, Liane Simpson’s responsibility, and her pride and joy. Exhibiting these artworks highlight the unique diversity of students’ ideas and creativity to a wider audience, encouraging resilience, courage, innovation, and self-reflection.

Collaborations and community connections include:

ILLUMINATE From Pre-Kindergarten to Year 5, the Junior School art students joined the Senior School to exhibit their artwork at the annual Illuminate Art Exhibition. This year, it included collaborative whole class artworks as well as individual two and three-dimensional forms. In Semester 1, there was a shift in programming with Pre-Kindergarten responding artistically to books read in their library lessons. The girls created a large diptych painting of lyrebird feathers based on Where the Lyrebirds Live

by Vikki Conley and large body silhouettes in watercolour inspired by Andrea Rowe’s Jumping Jetty. With the theme, ‘Curious Me,’ in mind, the Junior School Art Student Leadership Team aimed to capture what makes us all in the Junior School curious by making a Curiosity Tree. The growing and blooming tree represented our collective blossoming curiosity.

NAIDOC WEEK The MLC Junior School’s much loved black sculptural tree took another symbolic role during NAIDOC Week in representing

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the 2024 theme, ‘Keep the fires burning Blak and Proud’ as the centre of a Junior School temporary sculptural installation.

The tree represented the smoke from the campsite with hard gum chips painted red and yellow at its base to reflect flames of a campsite. Girls from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 5 brought donations from natural resources from their homes acknowledging First Nation connections to country to add to the installation. All Year 2 girls carefully and proudly added these natural forms to the radiating perimeter of the base of the installation.

THE SEAHORSE PROJECT ART/SCIENCE PRIZE: ‘EVERY SEAHORSE NEEDS A HOME’ This year our exceptionally talented girls submitted their artwork into the Seahorse Project Art and Science Competition reflecting upon marine scientists’ current work in saving our endangered seahorses and their habitat in Sydney Harbour.

THE PRIZE WINNERS ARE: First Prize: Lavinia Luoyi Xu (Year 6) Second Prize: Marina Chen (Year 3) and Carlyn Nie (Year 5) Third Prize: Victoria Cassar (Year 5) and Ruby Zho (Year 1)

Highly Commended: Emily Zhong (Year 3), Caitlyn Law (Year 4), Anouk Thorley (Year 3), Kayla Li (Kindergarten) and Jaiyanna Sayed (Year 2) Packing Room Prize: Mariella Tollis (Year 5)

MLC SCHOOL PORTRAIT PRIZE The annual MLC School Portrait Prize has become a much-anticipated event in the Junior School and this year was no exception.

Once again, we received many quality entries from Pre-K to Year 6. The awards are: First Prize: Lavinia Luoyi Xu (Year 6) Second Prize: Marina Chen (Year 3) Third Prize: Yinuo Jin (Year 1) Packing Room Prize: Peixin Chloe Mai (Year 2) Highly Commended: Livia Li (Year 2), Mia Li (Year 5), Elyse Ma (Year 1), Peili Doris Mai (Year 2), Carlyn Nie (Year 5) and Brielle Zhao (Pre-Kindergarten).

OPERATION ART We were very proud to enter two outstanding entries of school-based artworks in this year’s Operation Art Exhibition. These artists are: • Avni Narang (Year 4), Nanu and Nani’s Flower • Grace Luo (Year 2), Frogs!

IPSHA VIRTUAL ART SHOW Twelve exceptional MLC School-based artworks were exhibited in the Independent Primary Schools Heads of Australia IPSHA Virtual Art Exhibition with 30 other independent schools in NSW. These include individual and collaborative works by artists from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 5.

Congratulations to all who were selected to exhibit their work in the wider School Art community and represent the incredible work that happens in the MLC School Art Studio.

YEAR 5 ART LEADERSHIP TEAM The Year 5 Art Captains and Monitors ran an incredible series of workshops throughout the year which proved to be particularly popular with Stage 1 and Stage 2 girls.

All those involved loved spending Monday lunchtimes in the Art Studio, learning new skills, being creative and making new friends in different year groups. The Art Captains and Monitors led these workshops with confidence, care, and creativity. Their leadership, initiative and creative ideas are commendable.

THE OLD GIRLS’ UNION GRANT (OGU) The Junior School Visual Arts team were successful in achieving a grant for an etching press for the Junior School Art Studio from the OGU. We thank the OGU for their generosity which will further expand our girls’ skills in art.

As we look forward to 2025, the creative possibilities for our students are boundless.

We encourage our young artists to continue following their creative paths, experimenting with new mediums, and pushing the boundaries of their artistic expression. The future holds endless opportunities for growth and discovery for all.

Victoria Bradshaw and Lesley Snelgrove Junior School Visual Arts Teachers Liane Simpson Junior School Visual Arts Assistant

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LEARNING MUSIC It’s been another wonderful year of music making in the Junior School. Our musical calendar was packed once again with concerts, soirees, musical features in Assemblies and House Chapels, all supported by our dedicated team of music captains and monitors. These captains and monitors also hosted our weekly Piccolo Stele lunchtime concerts, and even organised a special Christmas-themed one to end Term 4.

The annual House Sing Off was a highlight, with this year’s theme being Disney songs.

Each house Music Captain brought incredible energy and creativity to their song choices and choreography and their houses matched that with their performances. Churunga sang Let it Go from Frozen, Booralee performed How Far I’ll Go from Moana, Leawarra chose Surface Pressure from Encanto, and Mooramoora won the day with You’re Welcome from Moana.

Our younger students in Kindergarten to Year 2 also shone brightly in their Kindergarten to Year 2 Musical.

Collaborating once again with Opera Express, they created an original musical based on our School Values: Courage, Compassion, Respect and Growth. The girls really embraced their creative side and came up with some hit songs, immortalising their interpretation of these School Values in ways we won't forget. In fact the 'Growth' song

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was reprised for the Leawarra House Chapel in Term 4 and it seems likely that we'll be hearing rest of the catchy tunes again next year!

A cherished tradition continued with the Kindergarten students singing So Long, Farewell to the graduating Year 12 cohort.

This year, Kindergarten to Year 2 parents were also treated to a rare sneak preview of the song as the encore in the Kindergarten to Year 2 Musical.

The Year 6 Musical, Frozen Jr., was another standout event. Potts Hall was transformed into a winter wonderland, and the girls amazed us with their singing, dancing, and acting skills, bringing the beloved characters of Arendelle to life.

Overall, this year has been a memorable journey of musical exploration and achievement for everyone involved in the Junior School, whether it be through classroom music, the Instrumental Program or co-curricular ensembles.

The dedication and enthusiasm of our students have made it a truly special year.

Sophie Grattan-Smith Junior School Music Coordinator

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LEARNING ITALIAN Ti conosco mascherina!

(I know you, little mask) This year’s Italian program provided a rich and engaging learning journey for students across all levels. The emphasis was on broadening vocabulary, strengthening writing, and listening abilities, enhancing conversational skills through interactive and enjoyable activities.

Students were introduced to key topics like fruits, vegetables, animals, colours, numbers, family and many more. These concepts were brought to life through hands-on experiences, including a vibrant Carnevale party, a gelato experience, and a creative puppet show featuring jungle animals. These experiences created an immersive and enjoyable learning atmosphere.

Cultural immersion was also a central focus, with students celebrating significant Italian traditions such as Carnevale, Easter, Republic Day, Ferragosto, Christmas and Epiphany.

These celebrations not only deepened their connection to Italian culture but also enriched their language learning experience.

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In February we celebrated the Italian tradition of Carnevale. This was special as the whole MLC Junior School girls had the opportunity for the first time to experience the fun and excitement that this event brings to children and adults.

At MLC School this was a special celebration, as for the first time we celebrated Carnevale with the whole Junior School.

We organised a stunning, colourful parade, followed by some dancing and a gelato experience. Not only was this a fun cultural experience, but it had also a significant impact on students’ motivation and language expertise. In fact, the Junior School girls had to learn how to order a gelato in Italian, which they did. Otherwise – no gelato!

Some helpful Year 11. Italian students helped serving the gelato and it was beautiful listening to students ordering and serving gelato in Italiano. This experience was an enormous success and will be repeated!

Finally, the morning Italian club at the MLC School Café was another immersive and enjoyable learning experience with Year 11 and Year 12 students of Italian. The Italian conversation classes started at 7.30am and it was like being in an Italian café with some very motivated students and lively Italian music in the background. ‘Grazie’ to Con and Nathan for your choice of Italian music.

Many thanks, ‘grazie dalle maestre’ to Rosa Scalzo, Valeria Vitali, Elisa Tagliabue for another fantastic year together! What a privilege to teach Italian to so many motivated and enthusiastic students!

Bravissime tutte!

Rosa Scalzo and Valeria Vitali Junior School Italian Teachers

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT, HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION (PDHPE) In 2024, PDHPE has been an outstanding program, providing students with exceptional opportunities to enhance their health, safety, wellbeing, and physical skills.

KINDERGARTEN TO YEAR 2 Physical Education (PE) PE lessons have been essential for learning fundamental movement skills and concepts.

Each week the girls participated in various physical activities, developing their confidence, competence and creativity.

Intensive Swimming and Splash Carnival The Kindergarten to Year 2 Intensive Swimming Program has been a wonderful success this year. Each day the girls arrived at their lesson filled with enthusiasm and excitement. We are incredibly proud of their swimming achievements. The Splash Carnival was the ideal finale for our two-week program. The event truly highlighted the growth and confidence developed over the past weeks. Keep swimming girls!

Personal Development and Health (PDH) PDH has been enriched with practical and exploratory learning this year. Students have developed the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to take positive actions to protect and improve their own and others’ health, safety, and wellbeing in different and changing situations. This year’s highlights included: parents dental visit for Kindergarten about personal hygiene, Year 1 performance in assembly of their Communication Rap and the Year 2 excursion to the Botanical Gardens where students learnt about Bush Tucker.

YEAR 3 TO YEAR 5 Physical Education (PE) Year 3 to Year 5 hit the water to challenge their safety skills for water survival. It was a fabulous program for the girls to learn and improve on these vital life skills. They have also further developed their skills to help them participate in team games involving throwing and catching, striking and hitting.

Personal Development and Health PDH has been exciting this year for Year 3 to Year 5. The girls have been engrossed in their learning, and they have benefitted from their enthusiasm and commitment to learning. This year’s topics included: • Bike and sun safety for Year 3 • Smoking, cyber bullying and puberty for Year 4 • Design and construction of a sun-safe playground for Year 5.

As we look forward to 2025, we are excited to continue building on the successes of our PDHPE program, fostering a healthy, safe and active lifestyle for all our students.

Michelle Hiss and Amanda Tsioustas PDHPE Teachers

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STUDENT LIFE STEM CURRICULUM AND EVENTS

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JUNIOR SCHOOL STEM CURRICULUM The Junior School STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths) Lab continued to provide engaging and exciting opportunities for our Pre-K to Year 6 students in 2024. Working alongside the class Collaborative Learning Projects (CLP), our STEM lessons supplemented and enriched the learning in the studios through hands-on science experiments and investigations, upskilling in digital technologies, engineering and design projects.

Participation in STEM lessons is a valuable way for students to develop skills such as innovation, collaboration, critical thinking, resilience and empathy. These attributes equip our learners with the tools that they will require to thrive in a future that is subject to an ever-hastening rate of change. Teaching our students to critically and ethically interface with emerging technologies such as AI and machine learning keeps them at the forefront of a changing digital landscape. Instilling within them an appreciation of longstanding principles such as the Scientific Method and Engineering-Design Process gives them reliable, fundamental values and perspectives to take with them into that unknown future.

Our co-curricular offerings continued to flourish as our Robotics Club program strengthened in enrolments, consolidating the expansion of the available sessions seen in 2023. Robotics students from Year 1 to Senior grades engaged in fun and challenging projects, participating in in-school competitions as well as two external events. We eagerly anticipate the new co-curricular program in 2025 that will see even more STEM-related co-curricular offerings across the year.

STEM EVENTS RoboCup Junior NSW Open Competition MLC School participated in the RoboCup Junior NSW Open Competition for the sixth year in a row. We took our largest cohort to date, two mixed Year 5 / Year 6 teams and nine Senior teams, to compete in OnStage (Novice), OnStage (Open), and Line Rescue.

Once again, the students’ efforts throughout the year proved rewarding with teams taking the following places:

STEM House Challenge For the Junior School STEM House Challenge, we devised a series of escape room style challenges to fit with the National Science Week theme of ‘Species Survival – More Than Just Sustainability’. The event was a success with students delighted to engage with the puzzles collaboratively and solve the final challenge as a House group.

We are delighted to see this period of growth that STEM is experiencing at MLC School and thank all the students and the community for their support in getting us to this point and beyond.

Bede Schofield and Marie Cassar STEM Lab Coordinators

• 2nd and 3rd in the Primary OnStage (out of a massive 48 teams) • 1st and 2nd in the Secondary OnStage Novice • 1st in the Secondary OnStage Open (our first year competing in this division) While the other teams may not have placed in the top three, they proudly represented the school and enjoyed the valuable experience.

Cardboard Challenge 2024 saw our first Cardboard Challenge to be held in Term 1. No longer linked to Fathers’ Day and now a biannual event, we received a large crowd of all members of the family who enjoyed an evening of constructing ‘Dream Houses’ on the sports field. The energy was high and there is already much enthusiasm for the next one to be held in 2026.

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ANGELI It's been another wonderful year of singing in Angeli, with the choir making regular appearances at assemblies and special events. They took pride in singing the descant in the National Anthem each week and often collaborated with the Ukestra on various songs.

Some highlights of the year include their beautiful rendition of The Second Star to the Right from Peter Pan: Return to Neverland at the Junior School Co-curricular Concert.

They also joined the Ukestra for an energetic performance of the 80s classic Together in Electric Dreams.

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This year Angeli was also invited to perform with the Senior School ensembles at Sydney Town Hall for a concert themed Music: The Food of Love. Their contribution, the fun yet challenging Peanut Vendor, was a hit and the girls absolutely loved performing in this stunning venue. The Angeli girls also had the special opportunity to collaborate with the senior girls in the grand combined performances of Be Our Guest and We Are the World.

In Term 4, the Year 6 choir girls, (who left Angeli this year to move up to the Senior Choir) returned for a guest appearance in

Angeli’s Speech Day performance. The choir tackled a tricky three-part Christmas medley to round out the year. Perhaps this guest appearance from Year 6 for their final Junior School Speech Day may well become a new tradition.

Overall, it has been a memorable and musically enriching year for the Angeli Choir, marked by their dedication, talent, and the joy they brought to every rehearsal and performance.

Sophie Grattan-Smith Junior School Music Coordinator

JUNIOR JAZZ Junior Jazz welcomed many new members in 2024 and is now the largest it has ever been!

We began the year by learning the wellknown jazz classic Bad Romance by Lady Gaga. Our enthusiastic rhythm section loved having a great pop hit to play and our first performance of the year was as the final item at the junior school concert in Term 2. It was the first time junior jazz has been the finale of a concert so the girls were really excited to show everyone what the could do. Many girls were nervous to do their first performance in Potts Hall but the audience clapped along and it set up a great sense of teamwork in the ensemble.

A major highlight of the year is always Groove, the school’s jazz night at the Camelot Lounge. In anticipation of the event many of the Year 6 girls spent time writing and composing their own jazz solos for performance. As always, Bluey was quoted heavily in the solos but this year we also heard cheeky snippets of Frozen (in anticipation of the Year 6 Musical) and other movie and TV shows the girls enjoy from Young Sheldon to Die Hard (yes, this really happened).

teachers would have been so proud to hear them all and many girls got up and soloed for the first time. We heard solos on flutes, clarinet, trumpet of course saxophones.

One major highlight was Dr Rob’s arrangement of Watermelon Man which featured Lavinia Luoyi Xu (Year 6) on the drums. The band had several sections where they stopped and Lavinia soloed on the drums. The atmosphere in the Camelot Lounge was electric!

The girls made one request this year for Camelot. They wished to perform George Gershwin’s Summertime as they had seen their 'big sisters' do it two years prior.

This involved all the girls singing the melody, a shock to many parents in attendance!

Junior Jazz has two performances left this year. They will perform at the band soiree and also at the Year 5 graduation assembly. We have learned a special song for this occasion from a well known movie about fighter jets. We are expecting a big reception. Whatever you do make sure you check out the band at one of these events.

Dr Robert Woodward Music Tutor

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STUDENT LIFE JUNIOR ORCHESTRA All three of our Junior String Orchestras has continued to grow this year, with over 90 students participating each Thursday afternoon, the highest level in MLC School’s history.

Performers in these groups have led the charge in another milestone for the School; becoming the most awarded school across the range of music eisteddfod solo performance events in NSW! I look forward to attempting to further this success in the ensemble performance sections in 2025.

The Allegro, Presto, and Junior Chamber Strings have continued to represent the School at the IPSHA Principals Meeting, Junior Co-curricular Night, String Soirees, Grandparents’ Day, celebrations of learning, assemblies, chapel services, and Speech Day. A smaller chamber music

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group, the Year 3 String Quartet (Evelyn Tsang, Hillary Gu, Jasmin Ganda, and Chloe Tang) represented the School at a luncheon for retired Principals of the Association of Heads of Independent Girls' Schools.

This year also saw the first of our new String Spectacular concerts. To finish this performance, every string player from a co-curricular ensemble in both Senior and Junior Schools came on stage to perform together. Over 150 girls (more than 10% of the School’s student population) from Kindergarten to Year 12 worked together on Doug Spata’s Gauntlet in a performance that truly shook the rafters of Potts Hall.

Allegro Strings has amazed audiences with their rapid development under the direction of Megan Ling and Anton Baba.

Presto Strings has blossomed under the direction of Eva Li, and Director of Music Trevor Mee. Junior Chamber Strings is directed by the Head of Strings, James Larsen. The students in this group have all asked to be pushed musically and technically. I am happy to say they have all stepped up to these challenges, rehearsing with focus and producing results usually reserved for Senior School ensembles.

James Larsen Head of Strings

JUNIOR SCHOOL TAIKO ENSEMBLE As we celebrate the end of an inspiring year, let’s reflect on the remarkable journey of the Junior School Taiko ensemble. 2024 has been filled with growth, creativity, and a deepening love for the art of Taiko drumming. From captivating performances to unforgettable milestones, our students have truly made their mark.

One of the highlights of the year was the Junior School Co-curricular Concert which showcased the incredible talent of our Taiko drummers. The ensemble performed a vibrant selection of pieces, blending traditional rhythms with contemporary flair.

The performance was a testament to the hard work and dedication of the students, who rehearsed tirelessly leading up to the concert. The audience was treated to an exhilarating display of energy and skill, with students demonstrating both individual talent and seamless teamwork.

In a heartfelt ceremony at the end of the school year, the Junior School Taiko ensemble performed in the Year 12 Guard of Honour.

This poignant event celebrated the achievements of our graduating students while passing on a legacy of spirit and resilience to the younger cohorts. The ensemble showcased a powerful piece that resonated deeply, symbolising the strength and unity within our school community. It was a beautiful way to honour the Year 12s and inspire our younger students to continue their Taiko journey.

With a rich background in traditional Japanese drumming, Haruka brings both expertise and passion to the ensemble.

Her innovative teaching methods focus on fostering creativity and self-expression in our students, encouraging them to connect with the history and significance of Taiko.

Haruka’s dedication to nurturing young talent has resulted in a vibrant and dynamic ensemble that continues to evolve and excel.

Throughout the year, students have shown remarkable progress in their Taiko skills.

Beginning with foundational techniques, many have quickly advanced to more complex rhythms and compositions. The commitment to practise and the willingness to embrace challenges have been evident in every rehearsal. They have not only improved their drumming techniques but also learned valuable lessons in discipline, teamwork and cultural appreciation.

The progress and achievements made by the Junior School Taiko ensemble are a testament to the hard work and passion of all involved.

At the helm of the Junior School Taiko ensemble is the talented Haruka Kunimune, a distinguished director from Taikoz.

We look forward to another exciting year ahead, filled with new challenges, growth, and performances that celebrate the spirit of Taiko!

Megan Ling Music Teacher

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STUDENT LIFE UKESTRA The Ukestra, our resident ukulele orchestra, has had another year filled with memorable performances and exciting collaborations.

Their rendition of the 80s classic Together in Electric Dreams at the Junior School Co-curricular Music Concert was a real crowd favourite, especially when the kazoos made a surprise appearance.

Later in the year, at the Middle Years Concert, Ukestra teamed up with some enthusiastic senior school girls from the Chamber Choir for another crowd-pleasing golden oldie, Video Killed the Radio Star, complete with the return of the kazoos.

They also showcased their versatility with a gentle performance of Zelda’s Lullaby, demonstrating their range of style and developing fingerpicking melody playing.

Throughout the year, Ukestra’s rehearsals and jam sessions were filled with a diverse selection of songs, both new and old, with a notable amount of Taylor Swift hits making the list. Each year, the girls in Ukestra continue to raise the bar with their playing, exploring more styles and skills. We can’t wait to see and hear what next year holds for this group!

Sophie Grattan-Smith Junior School Music Coordinator

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KINDERGARTEN NAME HERE

FRONT ROW Alicia Fan, Emilia Shi, Venus Lam, Miranda Ma, Rose Barbaro, Heidi She, Gwendolyn Li, Ishika Ratnakumar, Abigail Sidhom, Boey Zheng, Anna Li, Joelle Goh, Elmie Tian SECOND ROW Angelina Wong, Shreya Nair, Meghan Nguyen, Norah Li, Charlene Chu, Janet Hu, Emma Chen, Mia Zhu, Mia Fercher, Ally Huang, Caroline Jiang, Aashi Chugh, Emily Rose Zraika, Eliza Wong, Zixi Li, Ruby Nasser THIRD ROW Anokhi Karunakaran, Ava Eswaran, Jenny Fu, Aaria Rajalingam, Shangya Li, Jingyi Lyu, Evelyn Nguyen, Brielle Zhao, Mackenzie Thai, House Park, Bella Keomanivong, Hannah Pan ABSENT Krisha Rawat, Hailey Sun, Reina Yu TEACHERS Mrs E. Monda, Mrs Rachael Borg, Ms G. Zucco, Mrs V. Liubinskas, Ms L. Concannon, Mrs P. Dutta (Absent)

FRONT ROW Alaiya Baroudi, Audrey Stillone, Yara Zhang, Lexie Wang, Muskan Thapa, Rumi Kurihara, Nina Hutchison, Amber Li, Ashley Giang, Mia Chen, Kaitlyn Lee, Rose Huynh, Charlotte Ngo SECOND ROW Camilla Hutchison, Sophie Wang, Coco Du, Lily Trinh, Juliette Ho, Jade Neeld, Nicole Peng, Chloe Nguyen, Gwyn Sumantri, Jocelyn Hu, Clara Zhu, Emma Alam, Airlie Chen, Agatha Guo, Carina Cheung THIRD ROW Sienna Kc, Charlotte Chan, Catherine Zoghbi, Hannah Huang, Eva Ali Ahmed, Hunter Tran, Antonella Crook, Dorothy Li, Ellie Ou, Charlize Wong, Kathleen Meng, Veronica Ao, Yasmine Maswasskhel, Amelia Shi, Avery Wu FOURTH ROW Isabella Bai, Ivy Youssef, Ruby Jenkins, Lauren Moussa, Kayla Li, Ella Eggers, Queena Zhang, Jasmine Cavalera, Abbeygayle Jin, Carlissa Ma, Kiva Krishnan-Laforgia, Kara McLornan, Annabelle Char, Charlotte Wong ABSENT Yuyi Chen TEACHERS Mrs L. Aurelius, Ms K. Tran, Mrs D. Keane

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YEAR NAME HERE1

JUNIOR SCHOOL CLASS PHOTOS

NAME HERE2 YEAR

FRONT ROW Charlotte Ho, Kaira Lal, Esther Sim, Nora Wijesinghe, Serene Wong, Julia Singh, Jordan Carattini, Zoe Tianyue Zheng, Valeria Lin, Cherry Ren, Reily Phanngam, Imogeon Chung-Tan SECOND ROW Airley Li, Sofia Nguyen, Verthandi Liu, Sharaya Ratnakumar, Christina Shi, Loretta Thamin, Sofia El Charkaoui, Nidhirupa Jaikanth, Leah Gao, Selena Nguyen, Elyse Ma, Elizabeth Lim THIRD ROW Belle Weng, Aurelia Christoff, Lara Zhuge, Elsie Chen, Opera Park, Riona Sengupta, Esther Bastin-Loy, Alina Choy, Alexis Choo, Katherine Huynh, Mavis Wang FOURTH ROW Annabel Han, Kylie Pita Culqui, Skylar Gu, Bella Zhu, Ruby Zhao, Olivia Yang, Holly Martin, Eno Jin, Emily Obaid, Charlotte McKenzie, Simone Sidhom ABSENT Matilda Elsegood TEACHERS Ms B. Weston, Ms E. Astle, Mrs R. Gyau-Awuah (Absent)

FRONT ROW Alice Lin, Olivia Huang, Kate Alarcon Dominguez, Victoria Lim, Noelle Liu, Petrice Cassar, Livia Li, Chloe Zheng, Audrey Liu, Rachel Rodrigues, Vicki Nikolakopoulos, Amelia Lim, Alexia Su, Maya Ganda, Zoe Huang SECOND ROW Isabel Selim, Bella Nguyen, Emma Yan, Lavinia Yeh, Yaya Chen, Ruby You, Vy Minh Nguyen, Tianna Sui, Hanadi Elkordi, Ellie Park, Annabelle Ling, Isabella Cheng, Maryam Refai, Yinuo Lyu THIRD ROW Charlotte Qian, Mialina Angell, Joy Ziyuan Yao, Amelia Libdy, Elizabeth Feng, Olivia Zhang, Lakshmi Bedadam, Keira Dempsey, Alana Jin, Bella Yao, Aisha Ashour, Hannah Wang, Amelia Xiaohan Huang, Victoria Bongiorno FOURTH ROW Isabel Zoghbi, Isabelle Galilee, Joy Chen, Gloria Zhang, Jaiyana Habib, Peili Doris Mai, Alexandra Southwood, Ruby Taor, Peixin Chloe Mai, Lauren Eggers, Harper Begnell, Grace Luo, Selina Doan, Syra Advani ABSENT Kira Ram TEACHERS Mrs M. Bye, Ms M. Woods, Mrs A. Abbott, Mrs K. Pather (Absent)

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YEAR 3 YEAR 4

FRONT ROW Madeleine Wong, Sammi Liang, Lillian Ma, Xintong Guan, Isabella Castillo Sun, Aurora Chau, Alyssa Trinh, Ayla Sumantri, Amelia Stillone, Leah Le, Christine Wu, Gem McGuire, Avery Lan SECOND ROW Olivia Li, Sonia Chung, Jasmin Ganda, Jesslyn Hoi Cing Yong, Claire Wu, Evelyn Tsang, Edith Savage, Angela Zhang, Yvonne Henderson, Gracelyn Zhan, Yisa Liang, Angela Ge THIRD ROW Selina Lo, Tahra Peries, Siya Chauhan, Chloe Tang, Cressida Marriott, Delaney Wiedner, Emily Wong, Lujayn Zreika, Hillary Gu, Marina Chen, Lily Marnane, Rhianna Sui FOURTH ROW Lynn Suwanjarat, Anaisha Sharma, Sahana Siva, Riven Jay, Alicia Wen, Tarlay Edwards, Myer Boulton, Olivia Ngo, Eva Bangia, Aimee Li, Colette Obaid FIFTH ROW Emily Zhong, Chloe Robic, Camila Morcos, Sofie Haremi, Inneke Nielsen, Emi Liu, Anouk Thorley, Emily Nie, Colette Myssy, Tara Kuhan, Aida Sidhom ABSENT Maya Srisathkurunathan TEACHERS Mr R. Naylor, Mrs M. Wyatt, Mrs S. Edwards

FRONT ROW Caitlyn Wong, Mia Yao Reeve, Ellyson Chung-Tan, Hayley Lam, Verity Hodgson-Fopp, Avianna Tanios, Olivia Cheng, Brittany Mok, Amaya Clapham, Lana Hutchison, Sarah Lin, Caitlyn Law SECOND ROW Charlotte Lim, Isabella Sapolyo, Amanda Zhang, Sienna Nguyen, Charlotte Mok, Eloise Qiu, Kiana Jain, Zoe Baker, Maggie Xu, Caitlin Eadie, Laura Chang, Serena Yuchen Li, Olivia Wen THIRD ROW Erin Chen, Delilah Hodgson-Fopp, Sherry Wei, Peita Nikolakopoulos, Leah Maidment, Anushkaa Thadani, Beatrice Bastin-Loy, Nina Bai, Isabella Rocca, Amelia Ko, Sum Yeung Cheng, Mariangel Corrales Solano, Siyul Park FOURTH ROW Calais Durie, Skye Nguyen, Miya Cai, Vanilla Chen, Anaya Sharma, Freyja Clifford, Sabine Woodhouse, April Adams, Miranda Ho, Leanna Shen, Jessy Nunn, Olivia Wang FIFTH ROW Stella Lacchia-Schmidt, Tara Kljajevic, Isabelle Kerr, Vaani Narang, Asher Nevill, Dora Weng, Angelina Galilee, Sophie Dowd, Becky Kwan Gu, Avni Narang, Amelia Lee, Henrietta Britton TEACHERS Ms S. Clark, Mrs A. Aguilella, Mr E. Park

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NAME YEAR HERE5

JUNIOR SCHOOL CLASS PHOTOS

FRONT ROW Victoria Cassar, Annabella Xiang, Eshani Dilipumakanth, Drew Bradshaw, Grace Ingram, Daisy Han, Hailey Yam, Poppy Frederick, Charlotte Pepper Craparotta, Vivienne Woon, Annika Bou, Naomi Ang SECOND ROW Catherine Coorey, Estella Tran, Carlyn Nie, Sienna Dib, Chloe Huang, Genevieve Nguyen, Avery Satchcroft, Shantelle Nguyen, Jazelle Sayed, Isabelle Ng, Isabel Archer, Emma Cook, Qaylah Mohamed, Lexie Lovett, Carla Di Leo THIRD ROW Olivia Smith, Alice Zhou, Audrey Truong, Niamh Gorman, Mishika Kapadia, Aaliyah Liu, Mia Jin, Tori McNamara, Katherine Zhai, Victoria Wai, Caitlyn Rodrigues, Ava Storey, Audrey Henderson, Alicia Wang, Bailey Tong FOURTH ROW Caoimhe McAtamney, Matilda Taor, Gemma Richards, Alannah Chan, Emma Zhang, Elizabeth Horvath, Kathy Zhang, Averie Ling, Camellia Yao, Mariella Tsolis, Arielle McBrien, Ariana Paterson, Kyrani Countouris, Eloise Dastyari FIFTH ROW Remy Pereira, Grace Liang, Hannah Girgis, Macy Bellew, Jesselle Jiao, Audrey Barnes, Scarlett Seabourne, Scarlett Gromann, Mary Marshall, Tara Siddharth, Eve Hutchison, Sienna Khouzame, Victoria Nguyen, Lara Byrnes SIXTH ROW Kiara Assassa, Maya Haysom-McDowell, Irene Chau, Scarlet Akers, Rayna Zhu, Tillie Bishop, Peta Bianchi-Howden, Aashani Chandramohan, Lyla Ram, Mikayla Brown, Jaiyanna Sayed, Olina Stephen, Ines Vieira SEVENTH ROW Sarah Tian, Genevieve Livesey, Lily Sugianto, Francesca White, Joyce Guan, Georgia Sioutas, Annabelle Zhou, Clara Southwood, Zara Pandher, Vera Papaluca, Henriette Pitman, Elana Lane Chrun, Mia Li TEACHERS Ms S. Blanche, Ms M. Malek, Ms A. Otton, Mr B. Wilbury

ROBO CUP YEARS 5-6

JUNIOR SCHOOL PHOTOS

FRONT ROW Victoria Cassar, Avery Satchcroft, Eloise Woodhouse, Fedra Nikolakopoulos SECOND ROW Sadie Lucas, Elana Lane Chrun, Ashwini Kanesalingam, Hannah Girgis

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DA VINCI DECATHALON YEARS 5TO YEAR6 DEBATING YEARS 5-6

FRONT ROW Estella Tran, Lara Byrnes, Maggie Ma, Erin McCrudden, Lilian Chen, Maya Haysom-McDowell, Isla Young, Eloise Dastyari SECOND ROW Irene Chau, Dora Cai, Peta Bianchi-Howden, Zoe Fotoulis, Elana Lane Chrun, Lily Sugianto, Jasmine Luo, Ashwini Kanesalingam

FRONT ROW Annika Bou, Faith Huynh, Alicia Wang, Katherine Zhai, Isla Young, Caoimhe McAtamney, Lavinia Xu, Avery Satchcroft SECOND ROW Maggie Ma, Cayla Mellare, Lilian Chen, Chloe Zheng, Selina Shan, Rayna Zhu, Mikayla Brown THIRD ROW Ashwini Kanesalingam, Peta Bianchi-Howden, Clara Southwood, Elana Lane Chrun, Jasmine Luo, Dora Cai ABSENT Arianna Xu

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SENIOR SCHOOL

YEAR 12 CAPTAINS

SUTTON

SCHOOL CAPTAIN Anikah Sanan At MLC School since 2011

LESTER

SCHOOL VICE-CAPTAIN (YEAR 6 TO YEAR 9) Ava Dean At MLC School since 2019

CHURUNGA

CO-CURRICULAR CAPTAIN Vishaalini Ravichandra At MLC School since 2016

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PRESCOTT

SCHOOL VICE-CAPTAIN (YEAR 10 TO YEAR 12) Georgie Roediger At MLC School since 2013

LESTER

MUSIC CAPTAIN Fiona Feng At MLC School since 2014

WADE

WHITLEY

COMMUNITY AND ROUND SQUARE CAPTAIN Sarah Furlan At MLC School since 2019

SCHOLAR CAPTAIN Moira Peach At MLC School since 2017

LEAWARRA

LEAWARRA

SCHOOL SPIRIT CAPTAIN Seraya Srikumar At MLC School since 2011

SPORT CAPTAIN Elizabeth Bieri At MLC School since 2022

ABBEYTHORPE

THE ARTS CAPTAIN Sienna Marriott At MLC School since 2011

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YEAR 12 HOUSE CAPTAINS

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ABBEYTHORPE

ABBEYTHORPE

CAPTAIN Cleo Clark At MLC School since 2019

VICE-CAPTAIN Hermione Campbell At MLC School since 2019

BOORALEE

BOORALEE

CHURUNGA

CAPTAIN Jaiden Sinozic At MLC School since 2016

VICE-CAPTAIN Isabella Kristallis At MLC School since 2011

CAPTAIN Sara Yaqub At MLC School since 2022

CHURUNGA

LEAWARRA

LEAWARRA

VICE-CAPTAIN Madison Snowden At MLC School since 2021

CAPTAIN Matisse Liu At MLC School since 2019

VICE-CAPTAIN Bella Upcroft At MLC School since 2015

LESTER

LESTER

MOORAMOORA

MOORAMOORA

CAPTAIN Isabelle Lin At MLC School since 2011

VICE-CAPTAIN Sofia Cvetkovski At MLC School since 2017

CAPTAIN Danielle Dib At MLC School since 2011

VICE-CAPTAIN Bariah Khaznadar At MLC School since 2011

PRESCOTT

PRESCOTT

SUTTON

SUTTON

CAPTAIN Taara Kotibhaksar At MLC School since 2019

VICE-CAPTAIN Ivana Dolenac At MLC School since 2011

CAPTAIN Florence Jiang At MLC School since 2019

VICE-CAPTAIN Sophia Sefein At MLC School since 2014

WADE

CAPTAIN Sienna McCormack At MLC School since 2020

WADE

VICE-CAPTAIN Kirsten Tran At MLC School since 2020

WHITLEY

WHITLEY

CAPTAIN Joyce Mai At MLC School since 2011

VICE-CAPTAIN Azzurra Zappacosta At MLC School since 2014

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YEAR 12 PORTRAITS

BOORALEE

SUTTON

ABBEYTHORPE

Vanessa An At MLC School since 2021

Annabel Andrews At MLC School since 2022

Saalbhinii Aravinthan At MLC School since 2020

Edie Baker At MLC School since 2017

BOORALEE

PRESCOTT

LEAWARRA

LEAWARRA

Matilda Banfield At MLC School since 2019

Isabel Baudille At MLC School since 2011

Isabella Bednaic At MLC School since 2011

Elizabeth Bieri At MLC School since 2022

BOORALEE

CHURUNGA

Cara Britton At MLC School since 2017

Elisabeth Bubalo At MLC School since 2019

MOORAMOORA

Samantha Brady At MLC School since 2018

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LESTER

LESTER

Milla Caine At MLC School since 2022

ABBEYTHORPE

Hermione Campbell At MLC School since 2019

BOORALEE

BOORALEE

Riley Chantler At MLC School since 2019

Olivia Chapman At MLC School since 2019

Keyi (Selina) Chen At MLC School since 2019

ABBEYTHORPE

SUTTON

Ching Yee (Brianna) Chiang At MLC School since 2019

Janice Chung At MLC School since 2022

Cleo Clark At MLC School since 2019

Zara Coates At MLC School since 2019

CHURUNGA

CHURUNGA

PRESCOTT

Zara Constance At MLC School since 2012

Chiara Corbett At MLC School since 2015

Amelia Cosmidis At MLC School since 2011

LESTER

Amelia Comley At MLC School since 2019

ABBEYTHORPE

ABBEYTHORPE

ABBEYTHORPE

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YEAR 12 PORTRAITS

LEAWARRA

LESTER

MOORAMOORA

Sofia Cvetkovski At MLC School since 2017

Ava Dean At MLC School since 2019

Danielle Dib At MLC School since 2011

LEAWARRA

PRESCOTT

PRESCOTT

BOORALEE

Lucy Dickson At MLC School since 2019

Dakota Dodd At MLC School since 2017

Ivana Dolenac At MLC School since 2011

Megan Ebel At MLC School since 2019

CHURUNGA

Alannah Exarhos At MLC School since 2019

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LESTER

Siena Cribb At MLC School since 2018

LESTER

Fiona Feng At MLC School since 2014

LESTER

Jody Feng At MLC School since 2011

BOORALEE

Kate Forster At MLC School since 2022

WADE

ABBEYTHORPE

Sarah Furlan At MLC School since 2019

Isabella Gadelrabb At MLC School since 2011

CHURUNGA

WHITLEY

Olivia Gouganovski At MLC School since 2011

Victoria Grammenos At MLC School since 2017

MOORAMOORA

Lily Hatton At MLC School since 2021

WADE

Nicole Giannacopoulos At MLC School since 2012

WADE

Emma Guermanoff At MLC School since 2019

SUTTON

BOORALEE

Savannah Hazlewood At MLC School since 2019

Lucinda Howlett At MLC School since 2021

WADE

Amelia Glastonbury At MLC School since 2019

MOORAMOORA

Sihan Guo At MLC School since 2023

ABBEYTHORPE

Angelina Hu At MLC School since 2013

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YEAR 12 PORTRAITS

WHITLEY

LEAWARRA

SUTTON

WHITLEY

Caprice Huang At MLC School since 2022

Chloe Hui At MLC School since 2017

Florence Jiang At MLC School since 2019

Imogen Johnstone At MLC School since 2018

SUTTON

BOORALEE

PRESCOTT

CHURUNGA

Mira Kalra At MLC School since 2017

Tulasi Kanani At MLC School since 2017

Thara Karthik At MLC School since 2022

Kaylie Keogh At MLC School since 2019

PRESCOTT

WHITLEY

PRESCOTT

Catherine Kong At MLC School since 2018

Taara Kotibhaskar At MLC School since 2019

MOORAMOORA

Bariah Khaznadar At MLC School since 2011

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Esther Kim At MLC School since 2019

WHITLEY

BOORALEE

WHITLEY

SUTTON

Sasha Kovarik At MLC School since 2018

Isabella Kristallis At MLC School since 2011

Annabelle La At MLC School since 2019

Gisela Labraga At MLC School since 2019

SUTTON

MOORAMOORA

Aileen Leong At MLC School since 2011

Daisy Li At MLC School since 2019

PRESCOTT

WHITLEY

Zara Luong At MLC School since 2011

Joyce Mai At MLC School since 2011

LESTER

Isabelle Lin At MLC School since 2011

ABBEYTHORPE

Sienna Marriott At MLC School since 2011

LEAWARRA

Matisse Liu At MLC School since 2019

LESTER

Ella-Rose Mayne At MLC School since 2021

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YEAR 12 PORTRAITS

WADE

Sienna McCormack At MLC School since 2020

WADE

Magdalene Miltiades At MLC School since 2017

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LESTER

WADE

LESTER

Pieta McMillan At MLC School since 2020

Scarlett McNamara At MLC School since 2020

Ciara Middleton At MLC School since 2021

SUTTON

WHITLEY

SUTTON

Kate Morfoot At MLC School since 2017

Jana Mourad At MLC School since 2011

Sandra Moussa At MLC School since 2022

BOORALEE

BOORALEE

PRESCOTT

Vaishnavi Nagarajah At MLC School since 2022

Vanessa Nguyen At MLC School since 2019

Amelia Norton At MLC School since 2011

MOORAMOORA

Alexandra Notaras At MLC School since 2021

BOORALEE

CHURUNGA

Keira O’Connor At MLC School since 2011

Sally Obaid At MLC School since 2017

LEAWARRA

WHITLEY

Liana Petrolo At MLC School since 2022

Fiona Pham At MLC School since 2019

LESTER

Sophia Pavlovic At MLC School since 2012

ABBEYTHORPE

Savannah Phengsavath At MLC School since 2019

WHITLEY

Moira Peach At MLC School since 2017

WADE

Zara Poortvliet At MLC School since 2017

PRESCOTT

BOORALEE

CHURUNGA

PRESCOTT

Meilin (Vivian) Qin At MLC School since 2019

Jenaan Rajani At MLC School since 2017

Vishaalini Ravichandra At MLC School since 2016

Georgie Roediger At MLC School since 2013

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YEAR 12 PORTRAITS

LEAWARRA

CHURUNGA

Tiana Roins At MLC School since 2011

Lily Rutherford At MLC School since 2018

ABBEYTHORPE

Calista-Grace Savva At MLC School since 2021

SUTTON

Sophia Sefein At MLC School since 2014

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LESTER

Isla Saxena At MLC School since 2017

MOORAMOORA

Hope Selim At MLC School since 2017

ABBEYTHORPE

Alexia Saltirov At MLC School since 2022

WADE

Yasmin Sayer At MLC School since 2022

LEAWARRA

Divya Sharma At MLC School since 2021

SUTTON

Anikah Sanan At MLC School since 2011

PRESCOTT

Kayli Scott At MLC School since 2018

SUTTON

Yi Shan (Courtney) Shi At MLC School since 2019

WADE

Santina Signorelli At MLC School since 2014

LESTER

Kali Springford At MLC School since 2019

ABBEYTHORPE

Giselle Timperi At MLC School since 2019

CHURUNGA

BOORALEE

CHURUNGA

Aahana Singh At MLC School since 2022

Jaiden Sinozic At MLC School since 2016

Madison Snowden At MLC School since 2021

LEAWARRA

SUTTON

Seraya Srikumar At MLC School since 2011

Ruby Tan At MLC School since 2021

WADE

Ava Tong At MLC School since 2021

WADE

Kirsten Tran At MLC School since 2020

LESTER

Georgia Terzis At MLC School since 2014

LEAWARRA

Hailey Truong At MLC School since 2018

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WADE

Marah Tryphon At MLC School since 2019

ABBEYTHORPE

Serita Vargoczky At MLC School since 2022

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MOORAMOORA

Mia Tsaousidis At MLC School since 2011

BOORALEE

Lucy Vu At MLC School since 2019

LEAWARRA

Bella Upcroft At MLC School since 2015

WADE

Persephone Wahltuch At MLC School since 2020

ABBEYTHORPE

Eve Vantas At MLC School since 2017

MOORAMOORA

Alexandra Walker At MLC School since 2015

PRESCOTT

CHURUNGA

CHURUNGA

WHITLEY

Grace Williams At MLC School since 2019

Cara Wu At MLC School since 2011

Sara Yaqub At MLC School since 2022

Zoe Yue At MLC School since 2022

WHITLEY

CHURUNGA

Azzurra Zappacosta At MLC School since 2014

Yunqing (Amy) Zhao At MLC School since 2017

YEAR 12

YEAR 12 GROUP PHOTOS

FRONT ROW Tulasi Kanani, Hailey Truong, Brianna Chiang, Jenaan Rajani, Liana Petrolo, Saalbhinii Aravinthan, Anikah Sanan, Georgie Roediger, Ava Dean, Taara Kotibhaskar, Janice Chung, Sihan Guo, Annabelle La, Eve Vantas SECOND ROW Joyce Mai, Mia Tsaousidis, Hope Selim, Santina Signorelli, Bariah Khaznadar, Angelina Hu, Kali Springford, Kate Morfoot, Yasmin Sayer, Vaishnavi Nagarajah, Matisse Liu, Marah Tryphon, Kaylie Keogh, Kayli Scott, Daisy Li, Selina Chen, Fiona Pham, Lucy Vu, Caprice Huang, Zara Luong THIRD ROW Ava Tong, Cleo Clark, Lizzy Bieri, Bella Upcroft, Savannah Phengsavath, Vivian Qin, Jana Mourad, Magdalene Miltiades, Sasha Kovarik, Zara Coates, Catherine Kong, Jody Feng, Cara Wu, Moira Peach, Riley Chantler, Isabel Baudille, Tiana Roins, Mira Kalra, Kirsten Tran, Sofia Cvetkovski FOURTH ROW Alexia Saltirov, Scarlett McNamara, Aileen Leong, Isabelle Lin, Vanessa An, Lucinda Howlett, Amelia Norton, Edie Baker, Calista-Grace Savva, Sandra Moussa, Alexandra Notaras, Giselle Timperi, Isabella Bednaic, Persephone Wahltuch, Kate Forster, Azzurra Zappacosta, Danielle Dib, Megan Ebel FIFTH ROW Isla Saxena, Serita Vargoczky, Victoria Grammenos, Olivia Chapman, Amelia Comley, Keira O'Connor, Ruby Tan, Esther Kim, Divya Sharma, Amelia Cosmidis, Vishaalini Ravichandra, Vanessa Nguyen, Amelia Glastonbury, Zara Poortvliet, Ella-Rose Mayne, Alannah Exarhos, Emma Guermanoff, Grace Williams SIXTH ROW Chiara Corbett, Georgia Terzis, Fiona Feng, Chloe Hui, Savannah Hazlewood, Madison Snowden, Matilda Banfield, Hermione Campbell, Ivana Dolenac, Isabella Gadelrabb, Courtney Shi, Zara Constance, Dakota Dodd, Olivia Gouganovski, Jaiden Sinozic, Sophia Pavlovic, Isabella Kristallis, Sarah Furlan SEVENTH ROW Sienna McCormack, Pieta McMillan, Samantha Brady, Cara Britton, Aahana Singh, Siena Cribb, Gisela Labraga, Lily Hatton, Imogen Johnstone, Lucy Dickson, Alexandra Walker, Ciara Middleton, Annabel Andrews, Sally Obaid, Seraya Srikumar, Sara Yaqub, Sophia Sefein, Sienna Marriott ABSENT Elisabeth Bubalo, Milla Caine, Nicole Giannacopoulos, Florence Jiang, Thara Karthik, Lily Rutherford,Zoe Yue, Amy Zhao STAFF Ms M. Boyd, Ms L. Moloney, Ms J. Graffen, Ms F. Pow

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PRE-KINDERGARTEN TO YEAR 12

YEAR 12 GROUP PHOTOS

We would like to acknowledge the following students who have been students at MLC School from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12.

KINDERGARTEN TO YEAR 12

FRONT ROW Mia Tsaousidis, Isabella Bednaic, Bariah Khaznadar, Zara Luong, Keira O'Connor, Cara Wu, Aileen Leong, Jana Mourad, Joyce Mai SECOND ROW Ms L. Moloney, Amelia Norton, Isabel Baudille, Tiana Roins, Danielle Dib, Chiara Corbett, Sandra Moussa, Anikah Sanan, Jody Feng THIRD ROW Isabella Kristallis, Isabelle Lin, Isabella Gadelrabb, Sienna Marriott, Ivana Dolenac, Seraya Srikumar, Amelia Cosmidis, Olivia Gouganovski

We would like to acknowledge the following students who have been students at MLC School from Kindergarten to Year 12.

FRONT ROW Sophia Pavlovic, Mia Tsaousidis, Isabella Bednaic, Bariah Khaznadar, Zara Luong, Keira O'Connor, Cara Wu, Aileen Leong, Jana Mourad, Joyce Mai SECOND ROW Ms L. Moloney, Jaiden Sinozic, Amelia Norton, Isabel Baudille, Tiana Roins, Danielle Dib, Chiara Corbett, Sandra Moussa, Anikah Sanan, Jody Feng THIRD ROW Zara Constance, Isabella Kristallis, Isabelle Lin, Isabella Gadelrabb, Sienna Marriott, Ivana Dolenac, Seraya Srikumar, Amelia Cosmidis, Olivia Gouganovski

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DAUGHTERS OF OLD GIRLS FRONT ROW Aashi Chugh, Camilla Hutchinson, Annabelle Char, Simone Sidhom, Madeleine Wong, Gem McGuire, Maya Srisathkurunathan, Petrice Cassar, Peita Nikolakopoulos, Poppy Frederick, Syra Advani, Amelia Ko, Drew Bradshaw, Nora Wijesinghe, Aida Sidhom, Isabelle Galilee, Victoria Cassar, Harper Begnell, Vicki Nikolakopoulos, Kivara Krishnan-Laforgia, Eliza Wong SECOND ROW Estella Tran, Olivia Smith, Fedra Nikolakopoulos, Michaela Kwaan, Ariana Paterson, Amelia Lee, Avni Narang, Eve Hutchisons, Georgia Sioutas, Hannah Girgis, Angelina Galilee, Arielle McBrien, Vaani Narang, Henrietta Britton, Kyrani Countouris, Eloise Wong, Emilia Sarayar, Avery Satchcroft, Grace Ingram THIRD ROW Ms L. Moloney, Ethelia Cassar, Lucy Murphy, Zoe Fotoulis, Sophie Hong, Lucia Cicinelli, Matilda Hardy, Anastasia Countouris, Sienna Zheng, Anakha Nalliah, Evie Papamanuel, Allegra Chiang, Daphne L'Estrange, Cherie-Louise Moses, Isabella Ritchie, Madeleine Girgis, Amelie Wolrige, April Cookson, Joanna Williams FOURTH ROW Gauri Nathan, Kimberley Chung, Rachael McGuire, Maya McBrien, Zara Paterson, Jasmin Srisathkurunathan, Erin Banyer, Olivia Burke, Amara Sivagurunathan, Kyra Narang, Isla Pavlakos, Rose Lin, Madison Chantler, Anika Gupta, Ashlee Hoang, Evelyn Tran, Sibylla Coleman FIFTH ROW Lila Zheng, Amaya Karunakaran, Keira O'Connor, Vishaalini Ravichandra, Abigail Bush, Eve Banyer, Kate McKeon, Anisha Sivagurunathan, Olivia Ebel, Isabel Floro, Ainslie McCallum, Isabelle Lin, Zara Constance, Riley Chantler, Megan Ebel, Maya Gupta, Ava Roins

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HSC AND IB RESULTS HIGHER SCHOOL CERTIFICATE Congratulations to the entire cohort. Below we highlight some of the outstanding achievements.

Cara Britton - 99.05 Jody Feng - 99.05 Esther Kim - 99.05 Elizabeth Bieri - 98.90 Fiona Feng - 98.90 Isabelle Lin - 98.90 Moira Peach - 98.70 Annabel Andrews - 98.40 Danielle Dib - 98.40 Kaylie Keogh - 98.30 Aileen Leong - 97.45 Sally Obaid - 97.45 Zara Poortvliet - 97.45 Anikah Sanan - 97.45 Hope Selim - 97.45

HSC Distinguished Achievers Congratulations to all the girls who were placed on the HSC Distinguished Achievers list for those who achieved a result in the highest possible Band for one or more courses.* Matilda Banfield Isabella Bednaic Samantha Brady Riley Chantler Keyi (Selina) Chen Amelia Comley Lucy Dickson Sarah Furlan Amelia Glastonbury Victoria Grammenos Sihan Guo Florence Jiang Mira Kalra Kaylie Keogh Sasha Kovarik Sienna Marriott Ella-Rose Mayne Kate Morfoot Amelia Norton Moira Peach Meilin (Vivian) Qin Jenaan Rajani Lily Rutherford Calista-Grace Savva Yasmin Sayer Madison Snowden Kali Springford Georgia Terzis Marah Tryphon Persephone Wahltuch There were 49 instances of students awarded a Band 6 or E4.

73% of the cohort achieved a Band 6 or E4 in at least one subject.

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Works Selected and Nominated for Showcase A number of performances and major works from MLC School girls were selected and nominated for recognition as part of HSC Showcase events. To be nominated for any of these showcases is a significant achievement as it acknowledges these projects as best in the State. To be selected into a Showcase event is an outstanding achievement.

ARTEXPRESS Visual Arts selection Sihan Guo CALLBACK Dance reserve list Calista-Grace Savva - Core Composition CALLBACK Dance nominations Madison Snowden - Core Composition and Core Performance ENCORE Music nomination Ella-Rose Mayne OnSTAGE Drama nominations Isabella Bednaic - Individual Performance Amelia Comley - Individual Performance Lucy Dickson - Group Performance and Individual Project Ivana Dolenac - Group Performance and Individual Project Amelia Glastonbury - Group Performance and Individual Performance Sasha Kovarik - Group Performance and Individual Project Sienna Marriott - Individual Performance Kate Morfoot - Group Performance and Individual Project Amelia Norton - Group Performance SHAPE Design and Technology nomination Ivana Dolenac SHAPE Textiles and Design nomination Megan Ebel TEXStyle Textiles and Design selection Megan Ebel

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These results reflect the hard work of our students, the unwavering support of our dedicated teachers, and the strong culture of learning at MLC School. We commend our IB graduates for their remarkable accomplishments and look forward to celebrating their future successes.

Danielle Dib

6 students received a 43/45 score • Elizabeth Bieri (ATAR 98.90)

Gisela Labraga

• Cara Britton (ATAR 99.05)

Isabelle Lin

• Fiona Feng (ATAR 98.90)

Matisse Liu

• Jody Feng (ATAR 99.05)

Vanessa Nguyen

• Esther Kim (ATAR 99.05)

Sally Obaid

• Isabelle Lin (ATAR 98.90)

Zara Poortvliet

2 students received a 42/45 score • Annabel Andrews (ATAR 98.40) • Danielle Dib (ATAR 98.40)

Elizabeth Bieri Cara Britton Fiona Feng Jody Feng Bariah Khaznadar Esther Kim

Total number of students sitting the IB Diploma

3,047 593

72

Pass rate

72%

92%

100%

Mean grade

4.7

5.4

5.6

Mean IB points

29.00 34.00

36.125

Students awarded 3 bonus points

11%

31%

N/A

Isabella Kristallis Aileen Leong

Vishaalini Ravichandra Georgie Roediger Tiana Roins Anikah Sanan Hope Selim

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November 2024 IB Examination Session

MLC School

21 students were awarded the Certificate of Distinction for Diploma Programme graduates, as they achieved an IB score of 40 points or more (ATAR 96.05 or more) Annabel Andrews

Australasia

MLC School proudly acknowledges the excellent achievements of our students in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. In 2024, an impressive cohort of 72 students successfully completed the IB Diploma, demonstrating their dedication, perseverance, and commitment to academic excellence.

Worldwide

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA PROGRAM

Extended Essays and Theory of Knowledge At MLC School, 23.6% of students received an A in their Extended Essay, while 20.8% received an A in Theory of Knowledge – significantly surpassing the 7% global average. As a result, 31% of students successfully attained the maximum 3 bonus points for TOK and EE, contributing to their overall IB Diploma score.

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ACADEMIC

SENIOR SCHOOL CURRICULUM As I reflect on my first year at MLC School as the Deputy Head of Senior School – Academic, I am proud of our achievements.

Below are highlights that illustrate the Staff’s commitment to academic excellence and curriculum development for all students in our care.

The academic year began with the acknowledgment of our HSC and IB Diploma successes. The enthusiastic participation and hard work of our 2023 cohort was abundantly clear with their impressive results. These outcomes highlighted the effective teaching strategies implemented by our teachers, strong leadership of the Heads of Departments and the School’s commitment to strategic use of data analysis to inform our programs for the year to come.

Several key curriculum initiatives occurred throughout the year. The Science and Human Sciences and its Environment (HSIE) departments worked together to create a Year 9 cross-curricular collaborative project with Sydney Science Park. The Senior Study Centre opened its doors with great success,

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staying abreast of curriculum reform projects, exploration and skills training in AI tools and streamlining processes and procedures for the IB Diploma and HSC.

educational environment remains steadfast, and I look forward to collaborating with our staff and students to continue building on our successes.

The School’s professional development program’s focus was on distributed leadership and building team leadership among our middle managers. Our Heads of Department engaged in a series of workshops that challenged them to grow not just as managers but also as leaders.

Time was also spent exploring Individual learning styles and strengths. The School’s commitment to professional growth ensures our academic leaders are well-equipped to think strategically.

I would like to acknowledge that after 20 years of dedicated service to the School as Head of Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE) Department, and most recently the IB Coordinator, Olivia Nolan, has moved on. Her departure marks the end of a significant chapter at MLC School. However, I am pleased to announce that Priscilla Quintana has been appointed as the School's new IB Coordinator and I look forward to working with her in 2025.

The year 2024 saw the School’s IB Diploma undergo a five-year rigorous review. It came as no surprise that the School exceeded all requirements, a testament to the hard work of our staff.

I extend my gratitude to our dedicated Heads of Department, staff, parents and students for their role in making this year successful.

The Curriculum team will continue to strive for excellence in all we do at MLC School.

With a successful academic year behind us, I am excited about what next year will bring.

Our commitment to fostering an enriching

Elisa Scala Deputy Head of Senior School – Academic

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SCHOLAR CAPTAIN

T H E O N LY L I M I T I S YO U R I M AG I N AT I O N

Malia Crawford (2018) to share her journey into Data Science. Inspired by her initiative, our STEM Captain Kaylie Keogh (Year 12), began the STEM Club this year. From building boats and bridges, to parachutes for eggs and marshmallow catapults, the Club’s members have enjoyed new challenges each week and the thrill of using disparate knowledge from class to improve their creations.

Inspired and supported by Linda Emms and my fellow captains, 'the only limit is your imagination' is the mindset I adopted while stepping into the new role of Scholar Captain this year. While daunting, it has been an incredibly rewarding experience bringing this portfolio to life and encouraging students to find joy in learning.

The first event in the Scholar Portfolio’s calendar this year was celebrating International Women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) Day on 11 February 2024. In assembly, we spoke with students about the importance of diversity in innovation and invited MLC School Old Girl

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Vaishnavi Nagarajah (Year 12), our Mind Challenges Captain, has also worked hard this year to support MLC School’s highly successful Mock Trial, da Vinci Decathlon and Tournament of the Minds teams. Most impressively, in the da Vinci Decathlon this year all teams placed in the top 15 schools in various categories, with our Year 5 team coming 6th overall and our Year 11 team placing 11th overall. Vaishnavi has also laid the groundwork for MLC School to host its first Model United Nations (UN), a brilliant initiative fostering internationalism and diplomacy.

Throughout this year our Literacy Captain, Sally Obaid (Year 12), ran two writing competitions: the Thelma Herring Writing Competition and the Christmas Writing

Competition. Both received many thoughtful, inventive pieces that showcased our School’s creative talent. Additionally, the Writers Society and The Edge Newspaper Society produced engaging publications this year, spreading joy around the School. Sally also devised to bring Book Week to the Senior School, allowing students to celebrate this year’s theme ‘Reading is Magic’.

The cumulative event for the Scholar Portfolio this year was MLC School’s inaugural Careers Week. The event focused on encouraging students across all year groups to consider where their passions can take them, this week featured many guest speakers with different career backgrounds – a collage of dream careers, and the opportunity to use virtual reality goggles to experience different professions.

Overall, this year my team has strived to use our imaginations to find ways to expand our impact and share the joys of learning and creating with the School community.

Moira Peach Scholar Captain

CAREERS The journey to a fulfilling transition from school to study and work starts well before the final year of schooling. The Year 10 Careers Profiling and our annual Careers and Tertiary Expo are two pivotal highlights early in the school calendar that empower students to begin forward planning. This year’s Expo showcased 48 tertiary and vocational providers, along with industry groups and a myriad of diverse guest presenters. Students were encouraged to stretch their minds and aspirations and consider a wide range of pathways that align with their passions and skills.

to complete a two-year School-Based Traineeship or Apprenticeship (SBAT). This requires students to achieve a Certificate III qualification alongside at least 100 days of paid employment, all while completing the HSC. Our Vocational Education and Training (VET) programs also continue to thrive, with students pursuing diverse courses in fields like Acute Nursing, Animal Care, Beauty, Information Technology, and Design.

Through these courses, students not only earn valuable qualifications but also gain industry exposure that sets them apart in future career paths.

Another milestone was the inaugural MLC School and Amazon Web Services Immersion. Year 11 students spent a day at Amazon HQ, exploring various roles within the tech industry that extend beyond traditional Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) fields. From HR and marketing to logistics, students discovered how their interests could lead to unexpected and exciting opportunities in the tech world.

Students have shown a keen interest in work experience opportunities, using their holidays to explore careers in fields such as Veterinary Science, Law, and Allied Health. This year, Year 10 students Kathleen Chrun, Jaslina Duong and Eve Ireland participated in a four-day Future Doctors Australia program, gaining hands-on experience and building connections with junior and senior medical professionals.

We celebrated the accomplishments of Madison Snowden, Year 12 (Sport and Recreation) and Lucinda Howlett, Year 12 (Early Childhood and Care), our first students

MLC School students ventured abroad for unique learning experiences.

Lana McLean (Year 11) attended a two-week Academic Summer Camp at the University of

Cambridge in the UK, where she immersed herself in Sports Medicine, and Annaliese Yan (Year 11) participated in the Harvard Model Congress Summer Camp in Boston, USA, where she engaged in debates, trials, press conferences and experiencing life as a Harvard student.

As we reflect on our students’ remarkable growth over the past year, we are reminded of the importance of fostering curiosity, adaptability and a willingness to seize new opportunities.

In a rapidly changing world, where AI, STEM, micro-credentialing, and stackable degrees are reshaping the landscape, we aim to equip our students with essential skills like critical thinking and problem-solving.

These skills are the bedrock of resilience and success, ensuring that MLC School graduates are well-prepared to navigate and thrive in their futures.

Jo Cilia Head of Futures and Pathways

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DANCE, DRAMA AND ENTERTAINMENT (DDE) The year 2024 has been an exciting year for our department which was dominated by our stunning tour to the USA in July.

While that fabulous experience is behind us, other exciting projects are on the horizon.

Throughout the year, our staff have worked with the Music Department, the MLC School Executive and architects to imagine and plan a wonderful new performing arts centre, which should break ground soon. This multi-purpose teaching and performance venue will see arts education, especially Drama, Dance and Entertainment, continue to flourish at MLC School. Our own Drama Theatre will receive a facelift over the Christmas holidays and so all the shows performed in the theatre this year have been tinged with nostalgia and optimistic possibilities for the future. A much-needed face lift for the carpets, seating and paint work will see our students thrive in a reinvigorated much-loved space.

We began teaching the International Baccalaureate (IB) Theatre class at MLC School in the early 2000s. We had the largest cohort to date in 2023 which was 15 students. In 2024 we sustained our class numbers with students who explored a range of complex ideas and tasks in the first year of a new syllabus. The girls performed innovative solo performances enthusiastically to a public audience and these were filmed for submission to the

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International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO). Meanwhile, our HSC Year 12 Drama students performed for family and friends on their Performance Trial Night, showing skill and creativity. Our Year 11 IB Theatre, Year 11 HSC Drama and IB and HSC Dancers perfected their skills throughout the year.

Our curriculum classes have had a momentous year characterised by excellence.

Our Year 12 HSC Drama class of 2024 achieved outstanding results, and their outstanding efforts were highlighted by students receiving nominations for individual performances at Onstage (Drama) and Callback (Dance). The Dance and Drama classes from Year 6 to Year 10 presented diverse showcases of their work in both plays, building and script. Our Dance students performed at the MLC School Dance Showcase late in Term 3 at The National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA), highlighting their classwork and compositions. Year 12 performed their works in progress for the HSC. So, as the house lights fade and the curtain falls on 2024, we all look forward to performing in a refurbished Drama Theatre next year and continuing our planning for the exciting Performing Arts Centre to come.

Lisa Jinga Head of Department – Dance, Drama, and Entertainment (DDE)

ENGLISH BOOKS BRING US INTO BEING

According to British author and academic Lara Fiegel, 'books bring us into being' and 'they throw us into the world as much as they provide a respite from it.' In 2024, we challenged our girls with many new prose fiction texts as we implemented the new NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) syllabus for Year 7 to Year 10 English.

Some of the new books that helped to 'bring our girls into being' included Patrick Ness's A Monster Calls, Markus Zusak's The Book Thief and Kazuo Ishiguro's Klara and the Sun. We also brought back some much-loved classics, such as Charlotte Bronte's Jane Eyre and Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet and paired them with contemporary new film texts such as Lulu Wang's The Farewell and Steven Spielgberg's West Side Story. We also fostered the MLC School Learning Disposition of 'Curiosity' by introducing two new Independent Projects in Year 9 and Year 10. These developed the student's skills in independent investigation and composition, enhancing the skills and habits of mind that they will need to excel in their study of Senior English.

Now that the COVID-19 pandemic is well and truly behind us, MLC School students had more opportunities to attend stimulating live theatre experiences inspired by their class texts. Year 8 attended Bell Shakespeare's performance of A Midsummer’s Night’s Dream at the Sydney Opera House in Term 1 and Year 9 attended Sport For Jove's performance of Romeo and Juliet at the Seymour Centre. Year 7 participated

in an engaging interactive performance staged by The Players from Bell Shakespeare entitled Shakespeare is Dead in The Daphne Line Hall. This served as an excellent introduction to their study of Shakespeare and contemporary drama for their new unit entitled 'From Page to Stage.'

The Writer's Society, mentored by Joe Pfeffer, produced its very first student magazine, entitled The Sandbox, which was a rich and diverse showcase of talented young creative writers in our midst, containing a beautiful selection of original student work that included poetry, prose fiction and drama pieces.

In 2024, our inaugural Literary Captain, Sally Obaid (Year 12), championed a love of reading, writing and literature throughout the School by spearheading new initiatives.

She did this through activities such as a Christmas Writing Competition and a celebration of Book Week in the Senior School with bookmark competitions, student/teacher debates and a teacher dress up competition.

And in Term 3, we celebrated the achievements of another HSC English Extension 2 cohort, inspired and mentored

by Dave O'Donohue, at our yearly Extension 2 Celebration Evening. This year, we had four Year 12 students take full advantage of the intellectual and creative latitude that this rigorous course affords them. They explored diverse themes such as female creativity, ambiguous loss and psychological trauma in as varied mediums as radio drama, film, fictocriticism and performance poetry.

Tim Curry Head of Department – English

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HISTORY AND RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Seldom has the study of the humanities been more important, as 2024 has seen developments across the world that challenge our normative view of society.

Along with the rise of AI, automation, the growing contestability of democratic processes, the exploration of the human self, our past and our belief systems are crucial in responding to the present need. The History and Religious Education Department continues to encourage our students to think critically, explore their passions, and learn to appreciate and engage with a breadth of human experience and belief.

The History team were greeted with the news of continued academic success in the MLC Senior School, with Mimi Jones (2023) being placed second in the state in Ancient History. It capped a series of excellent results across the HSC and IB Diploma cohort in the histories. Such a result demonstrated that when passion and hard work come together, incredible things are possible.

Year 7 to Year 8 students have explored the Ancient and Medieval world, which developed an appreciation for the complex systems and structures of our forebears. In Year 9 and Year 10, students have explored the conditions leading to the formation of our modern society, and the responses which we should consider. An excursion to the Sydney Jewish Museum was a highlight,

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with the cohort hearing the experiences of a Holocaust survivor who has since made Australia their home. A further highlight was the participation of History students in the NSW Schools ANZAC Day Memorial Service at Hyde Park. Sophia Bucci (Year 11 Modern History) was invited to be the keynote speaker and addressed the large crowd of dignitaries superbly on the relevance of the ANZAC narrative to modern Australia.

The teaching of Religious Education (RE) has continued to develop at MLC School, with students afforded the opportunity to engage with a diverse set of traditions and worldviews. In Year 7 and Year 8, students took an introductory look at the breadth of religious traditions within the School.

They grew in their knowledge of Aboriginal spirituality both in the classroom, and in Immersion. Year 9 and Year 10 students have thought deeply and critically about the ‘big questions’ in life, looking at a variety of religious traditions, as well as ethics, wellbeing, and moral conundrums. A highlight was the Year 10 Passion Projects, where students produced a variety of products, from websites, essays, pieces of music and artworks, all based on a guiding question produced from their own area of interest. The high quality of these works demonstrated their deep learning, and awareness of the importance of exploring spirituality and an understanding of self.

I am most pleased this year by the formation of MLC School’s first Aboriginal Studies class in Year 11. The students are embarking on a wonderful adventure with the exploration of Aboriginality, through a cultural, historical, and legal lens.

I look forward to seeing the girls grow in their awareness and knowledge of our First Nations people.

Finally, I would like to thank the wonderful team in the department. They worked tirelessly to develop and mentor our students and are a blessing to work with. It is with sadness that Christopher Moysa and Judy Tenzing left us this year. Both were highly experienced and well liked – they will be missed.

Historia magistra vitae est – Cicero David Posker-Hill Head of Department – History and Religious Education

HUMAN SOCIETY AND ITS ENVIRONMENT (HSIE) THE POWER OF EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

In exploring real world experiences, it transforms our students understanding of the world in a way no textbook can. The Human Society and its Environment (HSIE) department aims to inspire students to apply knowledge in impactful ways, preparing them for the challenges and opportunities beyond academic life.

In 2024, the HSIE department showcases its commitment to both innovation and partnerships through the development of the transdisciplinary Year 9 Geography unit which was based on the urban design of Sydney Science Park.

The unit was co-designed with the Science Department with the aim of developing students' collaborative skills as well as encouraging a culture of critical thinking and problem solving.

During this process the students developed real world solutions to resolve the urban design challenges of Sydney Science Park.

We also continued our collaboration with History/Religious Education (RE) and the Immersion Education Team with the codesign of programs to support the Year 8 Indigenous Unit. The aim was to highlight the value of strong cultural awareness and the appreciation of diversity.

Through our Stage 5 Elective courses we’ve also had the opportunity to bring the real world into the classroom. The Year 10 Commerce course hosted a ‘mock election’ which encouraged students to embrace their inner politician. Year 9 Commerce students participated in a Business Start Up competition challenging them to develop and market innovative products for a range of consumer demands. Last, our Global Studies group were tasked with navigating complex

geopolitical issues through their United Nations (UN) and mock Government Meeting which pushed their diplomatic fitness to justify their respective perspectives.

This year, HSIE students also ventured into vibrant ecosystems, dynamic businesses and current adaptations of psychological studies, reinforcing the importance of hands-on learning. These ranged from uncovering the delicate balance of marine life on the North Queensland Trip to the Great Barrier Reef and Cairns, to observing business practices in action at Taronga Zoo, and engaging with real-world psychology through Inside Out 2.

In 2024, MLC School's HSIE department continued to provide students with a wealth of opportunities to engage deeply with the world around them, equipping them with the skills, curiosity, and confidence to thrive.

Through their real-world experiences, innovative programs, and inspiring partnerships, our students have gained invaluable insights, ready to face the future with purpose and resilience.

Danielle Rodrigues Head of Department – Human Society and Its Environment

In this way, our students have connected theory to reality in memorable and meaningful ways. The year 12 Economics students proudly participated in the World Economics Cup, joining over 45 countries in challenging economic scenarios.

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LANGUAGES VA LU E I N S I M I L A R I T Y, S T R EN G T H I N D I F F ER EN CE S

Let's reflect on what it means to learn a language. Various things come to mind: vocabulary, grammar, characters, accent, pronunciation… this list is long and daunting, and it can take a long time. Time is the key here. Time, investment and patience.

So, it raises the question, how do I stick to it? How do I maintain energy? Like all good things that are worth learning, we can only really see the results in retrospect and being able to look back and take satisfaction at journey's end – being able to say, ‘I did that!’ Meantime, it is important to indulge in the other things that language learning brings, like culture, dance, colour, music and of course food.

CHINESE Learning Chinese has been an equally enriching experience. The students have explored the intricate art of Chinese calligraphy, mastering the strokes and characters that form the backbone of the language. The vibrant colors of Chinese festivals, especially the red and gold of the Lunar New Year, have been celebrated with enthusiasm. Students have also enjoyed learning traditional Chinese dances, such as the Lion Dance, which has brought a dynamic and festive energy to their learning.

JAPANESE

In 2024, our students have made remarkable progress in learning French, Chinese, Japanese and Indonesian. This journey has not only been about mastering new languages but also about embracing and living the rich cultures associated with them.

The integration of culture, dance, colour, music, and food has played a pivotal role in this immersive learning experience.

Japanese language learners have immersed themselves in the elegance of Japanese culture. The subtle and serene tones of Japanese music have enhanced their listening skills. The colors of Japanese culture, from the delicate hues of cherry blossoms to the vibrant patterns of kimonos, have been a source of inspiration. All this together with the enjoyment of making and eating delicious sushi.

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INDONESIAN

The French language classes have been vibrant added with the essence of French culture. Students have delved into the world of French cuisine, fashion and music. The classrooms have often been filled with the melodies of Chanson Française or French song which helps students to grasp the nuances of pronunciation and rhythm. These have added a lively touch to the learning process, with students enthusiastically participating in song practice, albeit at times with some giggles but always with a lot of fun. The use of colors in French art, inspired by artists like Monet and Renoir, has also been a significant part of the curriculum, allowing students to express themselves creatively in classroom projects.

The Indonesian language, with its melodious and rhythmic flow, beautifully reflects the rich tapestry of Indonesia’s diverse cultures.

By learning Indonesian, our girls have learnt about the wealth of literature, folklore and contemporary media, fostering a greater understanding of the nation’s history and modern dynamics.

Year 10 Indonesian students shared their knowledge of Indonesian with the Year 2 students at Campsie Public School. The outing was the culmination of four years of language study for the MLC School students and also provided an opportunity to sample Indonesian food.

Enak sekali!

Antonio Boschiero Head of Department – Languages

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MATHEMATICS This year at MLC School, students have embraced the spirit of continuous growth and positive development in Mathematics.

The journey was marked by significant milestones and enriching experiences for our students.

Results from students entering competitions this year were remarkable as follows:

First, Year 7 and Year 9 students tackled a new NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) Syllabus. This updated curriculum has been a challenging program for both cohorts.

It aims to provide a more comprehensive and engaging learning experience, focusing on various levels of content knowledge, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, including non-routine problems. Both students and teachers must be commended for setting a strong foundation for the development of this new curriculum.

• 42% of participants achieved a Distinction or High Distinction in the International Competitions and Assessments for Schools (ICAS) Mathematics Competition

While students in the classroom developed their mathematical understanding and prowess, throughout the year, many students have shown remarkable enthusiasm and dedication by participating in various Mathematics competitions and events. These events included, but were not limited to, a Dissecting Geometry excursion at the Sydney Opera House for a small group of Year 7 and Year 8 students and the Inquisitive Minds Problem Solving Workshop for all Year 9 students.

• 45% of participants achieved a Distinction or High Distinction in the Australian Mathematics Competition (AMC)

• 47% of participants achieved a Distinction or High Distinction in the Mathematics Challenge • Bonnie Li (Year 7) and Veronica Pan (Year 7) achieved a perfect score in the Mathematics Challenge

Mathematics and Statistics Research Competition run by The University of Melbourne. The aim of the competition is to allow students to use their creativity and problem-solving skills to make choices about how best to ask and answer questions about their chosen project. A huge congratulations to the students who participated in this.

The year 2024 saw continuous growth and positive mindsets in Mathematics throughout the MLC School. We look forward to more exciting opportunities and achievements in the coming years.

Alfred Chu Head of Department – Mathematics

• Year 7 and 8 Australian Mathematics Olympiad (AMO) teams were ranked in the top 10% • Year 9 students Jocelyn Su and Sophia Hu participated the Australian Intermediate Mathematical Olympiad (AIMO), achieving a Distinction and Credit respectively.

Under the guidance of Alex Schroder, students in the Mathsketeers Program continue to be challenged, while developing problem-solving skills that go beyond the curriculum. In addition, for the first time, some students participated in the

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MUSIC CONTINUED EXCELLENCE IN MUSIC

Another remarkable year in our School’s Music Department! We celebrated the extraordinary achievements of our talented students. Our commitment to musical excellence has continued to bear fruit, with students consistently achieving outstanding results year after year.

This year, we proudly recognise students who were nominated for the prestigious 2023 ENCORE Concert. MLC School has been nominated each year for this prominent event. It is a testament to students and staff’s hard work, dedication, and exceptional talent.

In the HSC Music 1 course, we are thrilled to announce that 100% of our students attained top band scores. This achievement is a clear reflection of their passion for Music and the supportive environment fostered by our dedicated faculty. Similarly, our HSC Music 2 students excelled, with 100% receiving either Band 5 or Band 6, showcasing their commitment

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to both their individual growth and collaborative performances. Our IB Diploma students also shone brightly this year, achieving excellent results that speak to their musical skills and perseverance. Their dedication to their craft exemplifies the high standards we set within our department and inspires their peers to reach similar heights.

The Year 6 Musical continues to flourish.

The production of The Addams Family was nothing short of spectacular. Students poured their hearts into rehearsals, resulting in a vibrant, entertaining performance that captivated the audience. The joy and camaraderie evident on stage reflected the hard work and creativity of our Year 6 students and their teachers. This production each year not only showcases their talents but also fostered a strong sense of community within the School.

As we look ahead, we remain excited about the future of our Music Department. We are committed to nurturing the diverse talents of our students, providing them

with opportunities to explore their musical passions, and encouraging them to pursue excellence. We are dedicated to increasing the passion and joy the students find in Music and spreading that enthusiasm across the School.

To all our students, thank you for your hard work and dedication. Your achievements this year have truly made our Music Department a place of inspiration and creativity.

Here’s to another year of making beautiful music together!

Trevor Mee Director of Music

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT, HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION (PDHPE) Innovation encapsulated the work of the Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE) faculty in 2024.

Innovation with the purpose of creating increasingly personalised, engaging and dynamic learning environments to ensure students thrive at school and beyond.

Innovation encourages enjoyment for lifelong physical activity, supports problem solving and shapes the way that students learn.

Modern technology was heavily integrated into students’ learning to promote a deeper understanding of personal health and fitness. Year 10 Physical Activity and Sports Studies students travelled to Blacktown Exercise Sports and Technology Hub (BEST) at the Australian Catholic University. Using state-of-the-art facilities, students were immersed in hands-on learning experiences with experts as they shared their evidencebased knowledge and skills. Students participated in an industry leading 3D motion capture biomechanics laboratory and spent time in exercise physiology labs. In addition

to this, augmented reality was used by a range of year groups to learn how the body works during physical activity. Experiences like these give students the opportunity to acquire new knowledge and skills while promoting a sense of wonder that facilitates ongoing engagement.

In 2026, PDHPE staff are very much looking forward to the teaching of two new syllabuses. The faculty has been engaged in professional development to understand how to best facilitate these subjects within our own context. The newly introduced Health and Movement Science (HMS) replaces the subject of Personal Development, Health and Physical Education. While it maintains focus on the health of communities and performance, students are provided with opportunities to explore areas of interest in greater depth. A key focus of the HMS course is collaboration. This is an essential component for problem solving, decision making and leveraging unique perspectives, building trust and empowerment.

The IB Sport, Exercise and Health Science (SEHS) syllabus has also been updated. The course is now divided into three themes: Exercise Physiology and Nutrition of the Human Body, Biomechanics and Sports Psychology and Motor Learning. These topics facilitate significant engagement as students can apply what they have learnt to their daily lives, thus positively impacting their personal health and sporting performance.

In an ever-changing world, we look forward to continuing to enhance the knowledge of MLC School students by facilitating a learning environment where experimentation is customary, and courage and curiosity are encouraged.

Sarah Papachristoforou Head of Department – Personal Development, Health and Physical Education

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SCIENCE VA LU E I N O B S ER VAT I O N , S T R EN G T H I N A N A LY S I S

The Science Department has offered a range of exciting and enriching excursions that complement classroom learning and provide students with hands-on experiences.

Year 7 students enjoyed a dynamic visit to the Zoo, where they explored classification and animal adaptations. They engaged in the thrilling Year 7 Egg Drop challenge, which fostered creativity and critical thinking with the exciting Physics experiment. Additionally, Perform Education provided engaging sessions for both Year 7 and Year 8, blending education with entertainment to reinforce key scientific concepts about impacts of global warming in a fun and interactive way.

Year 11 Biology students participated in an immersive field excursion to Mt Annan Botanic Garden, where they observed native flora, adaptations and ecosystems, where they gained firsthand insights into ecology and biodiversity. They also visited Long Reef Aquatic Reserve to study aquatic environments and the impacts of pollution and sea temperature on biodiversity. which forms an essential part of their curriculum,

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allowing them to observe marine life and understand the importance of conservation.

Year 9 students contributed to the construction of models for the Sydney Science Park, allowing them to apply their learning in a real-world context and engage in future focused thinking.

An enthusiastic and dedicated group of students chose to participate in the Big Science Competition, the Junior Olympiad and for the Seniors the Science Olympiad.

Students that entered performed very well with 33% of students awarded a High Distinction or Distinction in the Science Olympiads, 30% for the Big Science Competition and 10% for the Junior Olympiads. The Science department commends those students who were willing to step up for a challenging growth experience.

Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) club ran on Thursday lunchtimes where students investigated various Physics and Chemistry concepts in a fun and creative

way. Students developed air powered races, designed boats to hold the most mass, built the tallest spaghetti tower, extracted DNA from strawberries and examined the challenges of flight.

Finally with the help from the Captain of Scholar and the Captain of STEM we produced Spectacularly Awesome Science Week. This involved making interactivegas-propelled film canisters, exploring the magic of surface tension, observing the effect of catalysts on chemical reactions and participating in the biggest bubble competition. The event highlighted the importance of observation and critical analysis in Science and broader society.

These excursions and events highlight the Science Department’s commitment to making learning interactive, engaging, and relevant to students' lives and the world around them.

Maryellen Ottaway Head of Department – Science

TECHNOLOGICAL AND APPLIED STUDIES This year we welcomed new TAS staff members, including Marian Guerra, Nicole Guymer, as well as Andrew Drewitt-Smith. We have been extremely fortunate to have teachers of such an elevated level of experience, diligence and creativity to join our long-standing staff members: Robyn Langford, Richard Burgess, Linda Emms, Caitlin White, Bryce Lindstrom, Jake Morrissey, Natalie Adaimy, Harriet Clark and myself. Highlights of the year have included the buzz of student engagement and the fantastic creations within our Technology, Design and Technology, Food Technology, Multimedia and Textiles and Design classrooms.

The Annual Illuminate Exhibition provided an opportunity to show off the creative and high-quality works from all year groups, as well as the House Challenge Projects. There was collaboration with the other creative subject areas and a fantastic evening was experienced by students, their families, and staff members. Massive congratulations to Caitlin White and the team of Design captains, for their creativity and hard work to deliver such an incredible evening to celebrate our students work. Your dedication and drive to celebrate the area of TAS and the amazing work of our students has been extraordinary. The sense of positivity, pride and happiness during the event was palpable.

We also celebrated World Nutrition Day. Students embraced ‘pedal power’ to drive bikes hooked up to a blender to create their own fruit smoothies and frappes. A special thank you to the Design Captain, Matilda Banfield, for her vision to initiate this event which created a fun activity for all students to enjoy.

This year we had a large Year 12 TAS cohort in Design and Technology and Textiles and Design. Kent House was a chaotic hive of excitement and activity. Our Year 12 students worked with their magnificent teachers to produce a range of highly creative and well executed projects. They varied from apparel to architectural design to furniture to product design to textiles art. We could not be prouder of our student’s efforts – the projects were celebrated at our Annual HSC and IB Showcase.

A special congratulations to Megan Ebel and Ivana Dolenac and their teachers on their 2024 Shape nominations for their Major Projects. Megan’s Textiles Art Project highlighted Australiana with an impressive display of her creativity and textiles skills.

Ivana’s Product Design, an ankle-foot orthosis (AFO) Compatible Water Shoe, showed her design skills for a real-life need. Thank you and congratulations to the Year 12 teachers for your tireless work supporting Year 12 to achieve their best.

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TECHNOLOGICAL AND APPLIED STUDIES During 2024, our students were inspired by the New Zealand Tours to Tasmania and the World of Wearable Art (WOW). Our students participated in a range of excursions and incursions. Textiles students were fortunate to participate in a workshop with renowned textiles artist Meredith Woolnough, where they created sculptural embroidery leaves and petals. The Multimedia students, networked with industry, engaging with Amazon Web Services (AWS) staff. Our Year 10 Food Technology students feasted on gourmet buffet choices in Sydney Tower Restaurants with 360-degree views of Sydney. Our Year 12 Food Technology students revelled in a visit to The Good Food & Wine Show, where they sampled and talked about food to companies about product development and enjoyed a Chef demonstration by Anna Poloviou.

I thank and congratulate our staff members and support staff for their hard work, dedication and care in supporting and motivating our TAS students, to produce such creative and high-quality work.

We also take this opportunity to farewell Linda Emms. We thank Linda for her dedication, support, and contribution to the department – she will be missed in our classrooms and by the TAS team.

Renee Willemsen Head of Department – Technological and Applied Studies (TAS)

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VISUAL ARTS The year 2024 has seen outstanding results for the Visual Arts Department across all year groups. MLC School students have engaged in highly creative, experimental, and thought-provoking projects that continue to impress. They have delved into learning opportunities that have broadened their understanding of the intersections of art, culture, design, and technology. This year we welcomed Brooke Sanderson and Anita Modok to our team. Members of the team have gone on leave as they started their own families, and we farewelled two exceptional Junior School Visual Arts teachers, Victoria Bradshaw and Lesley Snelgrove who are moving on to new adventures. We thank them for their tremendous effort and support of both students and staff in the pursuit of excellence in creative pedagogy and fostering a love of the Arts and experimentation. We wish them well and look forward to staying in touch.

The 2024 Year 12 cohort performed well beyond all expectations. We could not be prouder of their dedication, passion, and flexibility. The Visual Arts HSC students created exciting and technically refined masterpieces that reflected their unique personalities and passions. The MLC School community was able to experience these amazing works and congratulate the success of this talented group during the DART HSC and IB Diploma Visual Arts showcases.

Year 12 Visual Arts students drew inspiration from cultural identity, representations of home as a safe place, fear of spiders, the ocean, risk of extinction of the Black Cockatoo, cyclic nature of ageing, the ocean floor, and living with ADHD using a range of mediums. Sihan Guo (Year 12) achieved an ARTEXPRESS nomination for her concertina book illustrating her perception of Chinese mythological creatures as they coexist in her everyday life. Congratulations to Sihan and the entire cohort for their magnificent body of works.

The large IB Diploma candidature was also of an exceptionally high standard with sophisticated, diverse concepts and technical masterful works. The students’ artefacts were displayed in their individual exhibitions for their families and friends to experience. Themes included dual cultural identities, the loss of homelands in Palestine, the visualisation of mental disorders, representation of women and the impacts of social media, childhood nostalgia, the landscape of Sydney, issues in the Middle East and symbolic emotional representation.

Thank you to the incredible and dedicated Visual Arts staff for their outstanding support, enabling students from both HSC and IB to transform their ideas into reality.

We wish the 2024 graduating year every success as they move into the next chapter of their exciting lives. Their achievements

will continue to inspire students in the years to come as they have negotiated this journey well.

Year 11 Visual Arts students made excellent progress in their Preliminary year. Visual Arts students were lucky enough to visit the 2023 ARTEXPRESS, gaining inspiration before developing their individual artist practice and the study of Modernist practices.

Year 10 Visual Arts students continued to develop their artmaking skills through the exploration of portraiture, the body and culture. They produced exceptional paintings of themselves or family members, textiles and fibre and ceramic works that represented the internal and external aspects of body, and hyper-real photo narratives that explored their personal cultural connections.

In Photography and Digital Media, students extended their analogue darkroom practices, honed their filmmaking, editing skills and delighted in the creation of passion projects that best demonstrated the skills they have acquired throughout the course.

Year 9 attended Alchemy Studios for a productive and in-depth lighting excursion.

In Visual Arts, Year 9 began the course with an investigation into land art. Constructing intricate miniature environments and creating land art at Narrabeen Lakes using found and sourced materials and documented through photography. Students also produced amazing sculptural works in ceramics which connected to a significant place.

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VISUAL ARTS To round off the year, each student developed imaginative and sensitive artist’s books to depict unique journeys using 2D materials. In Photography and Digital Media, students learnt about analogue darkroom processes, light painting, film making fundamentals and how to cohesively develop a photographic series.

Year 8 Visual Arts students explored the bizarre and wonderful world of Surrealism through the creation of surrealist inspired illustrations and a collaborative ceramic tea party. In Semester 2, students examined the places and spaces they call home and created a series of successful lino prints inspired by our Luna Park excursion.

Year 7 Visual Arts students explored the representation of hybrid creatures in both ancient mythology and contemporary art.

Inspired by the works of Sophie Woodrow and Jenny Orchard, students created ceramic mythical creatures. Students also visited the Art Gallery of NSW to view the 2024 Archibald Prize exhibition. Taking on the role of the art critic to critically examine a portrait of their choosing from this show before creating a range of self-portraits, extending their drawing, painting and printmaking skills.

Year 6 Visual Arts students explored the elements of Art including colour, line, shape, tone, form and texture. They learnt how artists create successful artworks. Through a series of case studies and activities, students accrued practical skills in a range of mediums

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including drawing, painting, photography and ceramics. Students applied this knowledge to create architecturally inspired sculptures drawing interconnections between the natural and man-made materials.

The 2024 Illuminate showcase proving to be one of the best yet. Led by our Art and Design Captain Sienna Marriott, alongside the Art Captain Zara Luong and Photography Captain Eve Banyer who worked closely with the TAS Design Captains, they explored the theme ‘Curious You.’ This aimed to highlight the awe-inspiring, creative, and diverse skills in the MLC School students. The event displayed a creative sculptural display developed by the Art and Design Society, a comprehensive exhibition of artworks and design projects from across the Junior and Senior School campuses. There were performances from a range of Music and Dance students, and the House Challenge which saw artifacts made that represented the heart of each House. It was wonderful to see our School community come together to celebrate the creative work of our talented students.

We look forward to 2025 with much excitement and hope that the students, staff, and MLC School community enjoy the diversity of Visual Arts, Photography and Digital Media. We feel privileged to teach such dedicated, passionate and innovative young women who we know will go on to achieve greatness in the world.

Sally Marks Head of Department – Visual Arts

STUDENT LIFE

THE ARTS CAPTAIN THE ART OF CURIOSITY

The year 2024 has been an incredible year filled with creativity, curiosity, and collaboration for the Arts team. With the introduction of new portfolio captains for Dance, Drama, Crew, Design and Art, we created new initiatives, expanded traditions, and inspired creativity throughout our entire MLC School community.

This year, students immersed themselves in Visual and Performing Arts, beginning with the Middle School’s drama production, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory which displayed the growing passion for drama among our younger students (Year 7 to Year 9).

Following this, the Senior School’s Drama production, The Whirly Bird Club, was a huge success with five sellout shows. It showcased the remarkable talent of all cast and crew, including Hope Selim (Drama Captain), and Lily Rutherford (Crew Captain). I would like to thank Ms Lisa Jinga, Ms Kellie Cogin, and Ms Bojana Kvrgic for their endless support.

We established an exciting new initiative led by Matilda Banfield (Design Captain), Smoothie Day – Ride for Replenishment.

On World Nutrition Day, students pedalled bikes to blend nutritious ingredients, raising money for Eat Up Org, an organisation that provides lunches to students in need.

Zara Luong (Visual Art Captain) led the returning MLC Archibald, which celebrated our exceptional artists. In September, Kate Forster (Dance Captain), led the Dance Showcase at the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA), which was a night filled with inspiring performances.

It was a culmination of efforts from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 and encompassed all areas of the Arts, while providing a platform for students to share their creativity. Works from Design and Technology, Photography and Digital Media, Multimedia, Textiles, Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM), and Visual Arts were displayed, along with performances from dance troupes, solo compositions, choir, and bands. All profits were donated to Arts Access Australia, a charity which increases access to the Arts for people with disabilities. I would like to thank Ms Caitlin White, Ms Sally Marks, Ms Renee Willemsen, and Ms Harriett Clark for their passion and commitment, which created such a memorable evening.

Whether students take the IB Diploma or HSC, MLC School has an extensive range of subjects in the Arts portfolio. It has been my pleasure to see those students unlock their creativity through performances, projects, and their artistic endeavours. It has also been an absolute privilege to lead such an incredible community this year. I am so grateful for the Arts Portfolio Captains, as well as all the students whose efforts made the year so special. I wish the Arts team of 2024 the best of luck, and urge you all to embrace curiosity, nurture your creative minds, and explore the endless possibilities that lie ahead, for it is through curiosity that we create.

Sienna Marriott The Arts Captain

A major highlight was the Annual Arts Showcase, Illuminate, themed ‘Curious You’.

Curiosity, when partnered with creativity, enables self-expression, innovation, and growth. The evening revealed the tangible results of this curiosity.

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CADETS In 2024, the Senior Leaders of the MLC School and Newington College Army Cadet Unit centred their focus on legacy.

Exponential growth this year resulted in the expansion of opportunities and leadership positions. Some of our Year 10 cadets trialled and were successful in obtaining a place in Alpha 1. This physically challenging, mentally stimulating platoon focused on strengthening foundational skills in navigation, first aid, signals, knots, and drill. The introduction of new roles such as Section Leaders, Pioneers, and Signals Specialists provided younger recruits with increased opportunities to apply their skills amongst their peers. Lunchtime Cadet Club led by MLC School CUOs also delivered mentoring and topic revision for Junior Cadets to embed their learning.

Fortnightly home training skills culminated in the Annual Field Experience (AFX) held at the end of Term 1. The shift from the Colo Valley Region to Eungai Creek, Newington’s new outdoor education venue on the MidNorth Coast, offered additional challenges due to unfamiliar terrain and unpredictable weather. However, it was the unwavering determination and strength of individuals that underpinned the success of the camp.

Campfire reflections of kayaking, trekking, high ropes, and teamwork demonstrated the unique and unmatched camaraderie cadets shared.

The significance of legacy was highlighted through the community services the NCACU participated in. MLC School cadets were proudly represented at the Sandakan Memorial Service, ANZAC Day, and Remembrance Day in Sydney. I not only had the opportunity to lead an all-female catafalque party but I also delivered the commemorative address at this year’s Petersham RSL Dawn Service.

It was incredibly moving to witness communities honour the valour and sacrifices of service men and women and reflect on the enduring values of courage, resilience, camaraderie, and sacrifice which define the ANZAC legacy.

This year concluded with a celebration of our achievements and contributions as Year 12 Leaders. Most impressive were the accolades achieved by Signals CUO, Scarlett McNamara (Year 12), honoured as Cadet of the Year, only the second female to receive this award, and D25 CUO, Isabella Kristallis (Year 12), being celebrated as D-Company Platoon of the Year. To my Year 12 Cohort: Zara Coates, Scarlett McNamara, Isabella Kristallis, Gisela Labraga, Eve Vantas, Kate Morfoot, Taara Kotibhaskar, Magdalene Miltiades, Lucy Dickson, Sasha Kovarik, Mira Kalra, and Sophia Pavlovic, congratulations on your incredible determination, resilience and leadership efforts this year. Thank you for your continued support, collaboration and strength throughout this rollercoaster experience.

Cadets at its core is a family. Reflecting on my four years in the NCACU, this family has afforded me invaluable lessons allowing me to grow as an individual, team player, and leader. As I say farewell, I am so proud to have influenced change contributing to the unit’s ongoing legacy.

Riley Chantler Adventure Captain and Delta Company Commander

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CO-CURRICULAR CAPTAIN School students to create connections between them and to foster new skills with students.

After participating in this program, I can definitively say that it was the most formative experience during my time at MLC School. This is because it encouraged friendships between year groups with other girls who shared similar interests and passions with me.

The year 2024 has been an exciting year for co-curricular activities at MLC School with the overall goal of growth and raising the profile within the School. When forming this new portfolio, we wanted to highlight the importance of the Co-curricular Program as an addition to the School experience.

The MLC School Co-curricular Program incorporates both the Junior and Senior

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Throughout the year there were many co-curricular events and activities which promoted the portfolio and engaged students. The first was an Expo held in Term 4 that celebrated all the co-curricular events while providing performances that showcased the broad range of talent that these activities strengthen. Following this in Term 1 – Term 3, Adventure camps were attended by all year groups, encouraging organic connections between students and staff alike. Additionally, various activities such as Debating and the da Vinci Decathlon

brought MLC School many wins. Pleasingly, there was an outstanding level of participation in co-curricular programs ranging from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12.

Although this year was full of firsts in this new portfolio, I had the privilege of working with a team of dedicated people who helped me navigate the role.

I would like to express my gratitude to the Head of Expertiential Learning, Sarah Jauncey, for supporting me throughout the year and for being so passionate about the Co-curricular Program. I would also like to thank my team, Esther Kim the Debating Captain (Year 12), and Riley Chantler the Adventure Captain (Year 12), whose contributions made this year such a success.

Co-curricular activities play a crucial role in shaping students’ interests and helping them build confidence across a wide range of pursuits. It has been an honour to contribute to the School by enhancing this portfolio as these activities foster curiosity, and enable students to express their voices, reflecting many of MLC School’s core values.

Vishaalini Ravichandra Co-curricular Captain

COMMUNITY AND ROUND SQUARE CAPTAIN discussion on the theme ‘Inspire Inclusion’ with Round Square students from around the world. Term 2 was oriented towards Round Square Week, celebrating at MLC School under the theme ‘Amplifying Impact’. Students were presented with many opportunities to engage with the IDEALS and discover ways to get involved in the School community.

The Community and Round Square team has had an inspiring and productive 2024.

The addition of the Environment, Chapel, Diversity, and Wellbeing Captains has furthered the philosophy of Round Square at MLC School, and they have seized every opportunity to incite inclusivity and joy in our wonderful School community.

In Term 4, the Round Square and SRC Candygrams and Christmas Cove returned to raise funds for the Uniting Church.

Term 1 focused on our International Women’s Day postcard, which invited

Our Environment Captain Annabel Andrews brought environmental awareness to the forefront by celebrating MLC School’s first World Environment Day in Term 2.

As an inter-school initiative, we fundraised for Wildlife Information, Rescue, and Education Service (WIRES). She also successfully managed the Thrift Store in Round Square Week and implemented a trial classroom recycling program in Term 3.

Chapel Captain Megan Ebel has been greatly involved in the organisation of our weekly Chapel sessions. Megan solely arranged the Inter-faith Chapel service in Term 2, which was a beautiful celebration of the School’s diverse faiths, complementing the celebration of Internationalism in Round Square Week.

In the Diversity portfolio, Divya Sharma coordinated Harmony Day festivities in Term 1, uniting and acknowledging the many cultures in our School community. Divya also worked with Mr Tim Lennon in creating MLC School’s Reconciliation Action Plan and the National Reconciliation Week activities, driving positive communication between the School and First Nations communities.

The Wellbeing Captain, Lily Hatton, started off the year with RU OK Day, which was celebrated in Term 3 of 2023. With the Gender Equity Committee, Empowerment Week was held in Term 2, promoting consent education. Moreover, Lily’s wellbeing lunchtime activities throughout the year have reinforced the School’s vibrant and supportive environment.

I will always regard my Round Square experience at MLC School fondly, and I feel immensely privileged to have led such a passionate team. I would like to thank Mr Xavier Maling for his dedication this year and I extend that to all staff that have worked diligently to support this team.

I am confident the 2025 leaders will do magnificent things for Round Square at MLC School.

Sarah Furlan Community and Round Square Captain

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DA VINCI DECATHLON CHALLENGES TO STIMUL ATE THE MIND

The competition of da Vinci Decathlon sets challenges in Cartography, English, Science, Code Breaking, Art and Poetry, Ideation, Engineering, Creative Producers and Legacy.

These ten disciplines provide challenges for students over the course of one day. They require academic rigor, but more importantly, the competition is about fine-tuned collaboration, and working together under time limits to achieve a result.

Training began in Term 1 for students to practice and familarise themselves with the types of questions and activities required for the competition. Term 2 saw teams chosen and collaborative activities were the focus. A big thank you to the many Senior School staff who assisted the girls with their discipline. On da Vinci Decathlon Day, students were excited, nervous and feeling exhilarated just to be involved. With over 45 schools represented from across NSW, the girls knew the competition would be very challenging. At the end of the day, everyone was exhausted, but grateful for being part of such a stimulating activity.

This year all teams were successful in some way. Year 6 – Year 8, and Year 10 were all placed in at least one discipline. Year 11 was very successful, coming 10th overall in the competition but it was Year 5 and Year 9 who scored the best. Both grades were placed 6th overall.

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Congratulations to the following girls:

YEAR 6 Estella Tran Irene Chau Maya Haysom-McDowell Lily Sugianto Eloise Dastyari Peta Bianchi-Howden Lara Byrnes Elana Chrun

YEAR 9 Jocelyn Su Stephanie Skilton Janice Leong Stephanie Keo Chloe Lin Sophie Hu Zihan Joanne Chen Meena Kathathas A special thank you to all the teachers who gave up their time and shared their expertise with the girls during training sessions. Merna Malek and Baraby Wilbury trained the Junior School teams for nearly two terms and should be congratulated for the success that was achieved.

Jan Falls Mind Challenges Coordinator

DEBATING AND PUBLIC SPEAKING The year 2024 was a very busy and successful year for our Debating teams and Public Speaking students. This included competing in our usual FED, ISDA and Archdale competitions as well as joining in some new online international debating contests. We participated in a Friday evening social debating online competition, the SDC, for Term 1 to Term 3 as well as our usual weekly Oratory classes.

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This year our eight FED teams had several new coaches who enthusiastic and experienced debaters. This paid off throughout the season with our teams powering through the preliminary rounds.

Seven teams competed in the quarter finals and six won through to the semifinals. Our 7B, 8B, Year 9, Year 10 and Senior B teams all made it through to the grand finals. The 8B and Year 9 teams are the champions of their division for 2024.

This year our eight ISDA teams were in a hard pool for the preliminary seven rounds against good debating schools. Despite this, seven teams qualified for the final’s series.

Our Primary B, Year 7, Year 8 and Year 10 teams competed in the quarter Finals and the Primary B and Year 8 teams won through to the semifinals. Both were unfortunately defeated.

We had 12 teams competing in the Archdale Shield and Invitational competitions in 2024.

Six of our shield teams 7A, 7B, 8A, 8B, Year 9, Year 10 competed in the Quarter Finals. Our 8B, Year 9 and Year 10 teams won through to the semifinals. The Senior Invitational team competed in the grand final and were defeated as were the 8B team. The Year 10 team won their grand final and are the division champions.

All 12 of our debating teams contributed to MLC School winning the overall Archdale Shield for 2024.

FESTIVAL OF SPEECH This year MLC School hosted the full IGSA Festival of Speech including Debating, Drama and Theatre Sports. Months of preparation ensured it was a vibrant and exciting event run over two days with 27 girls’ schools participating. Our team of 30 students gave great performances across 13 team and individual events. The highlights were second places in Junior and Senior Poetry and Junior and Senior Readings. MLC School came third in the Junior division and fourth in the Senior division and fourth place overall.

Dr Andrea Rowe Debating Coordinator

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IPSHA DEBATING LEARNING THROUGH THE ART OF ARGUMENT

Why debate? Apart from the fact we all like to argue, the real advantage for students developing skills in debating is that it helps separate us from the incoming upheaval of machine learning and artificial intelligence.

Debating teaches communication, collaboration, critical thinking and creatvity.

This is why Independent Primary Schools Heads of Australia (IPSHA) debating is such a vital element in our co-curricular offerings.

This year saw a change in IPSHA debating training. Students trained and practised their skills on Wednesday afternoons with a large cohort of students from Year 5 right through to Year 12. While IPSHA debating differs from Senior Debating, the girls were still able to feel part of a broad spectrum of students learning the art of argumentative

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dialogue. IPSHA debating teams have the advantage of preparing their debates with the assistance of coaches a fortnight ahead of their scheduled debate. This allows them time to gather information from family and team members. They can also use the internet to find relevant research to support their arguments.

The 2024 debating season saw MLC School competing against students throughout the greater Sydney Metropolitan area. This was particularly the case when we travelled to Macarthur Anglican School for the IPSHA Gala Debating Day. There were schools from as far south as the Southern Highlands, as well as several from the east. The Year 6 teams were particularly successful at this event as they won three of their four

debates. While winning is thrilling, the most important advantage of participating in competition is the feedback received from adjudicators. This vital information provides the stepping-stones to facilitate better debaters.

A special thank you to the two experienced Old Girls: Sylie Bhat (2023) and Anika Cuganesan (2023) who trained the girls throughout the season and accompanied them to their debates, providing encouragement and feedback.

Jan Falls Mind Challenges Coordinator

DUKE OF EDINBURGH AWARD

Looking back on my Duke of Edinburgh journey, I can’t help but feel some bittersweet nostalgia now that it’s coming to an end. This award has been so much more than just logging hours for service, skills, and physical activities or ticking off adventurous trips. It’s been a journey that’s shaped who I am in more ways than I could have ever imagined. I’ve been lucky enough to make friends I know I’ll keep for life, push myself beyond what I thought possible, and experience the incredible natural beauty of Australia. The memories I’ve made, whether it’s watching shooting stars while lying in a swag under the open sky, swimming alongside turtles, or cooking simple meals with friends, are ones I’ll hold onto forever.

In April, I got the chance to join 17 other girls on an incredible 10-day trip to Exmouth, Western Australia. We spent our days

kayaking and snorkeling along the stunning Ningaloo Reef, gliding through the turquoise waters and exploring coral reefs bursting with colour and life. Some of the highlights?

Snorkeling beside 10m whale sharks, swimming with vibrant schools of rare fish, and spotting stingrays and turtles in their natural habitat. We even got to snorkel in Turquoise Bay, one of the world’s most beautiful beaches, which felt like a dream with its bright coral and crystal-clear waters.

In September, some of our Year 10 Duke of Edinburgh participants went on another fantastic journey to the Northern Territory.

They hiked around Uluru, hiked through the Valley of the Winds, and even climbed to the top of Mt Sonder at 3 am to catch the sunrise. Although I did not embark on this trip, hearing my friends share their stories brought their journey to life for me.

This whole experience has strengthened my resilience and given me memories that I know will last a lifetime. While this chapter might be closing, the friendships and experiences I’ve gained will always be part of who I am as I move forward.

During 2024, MLC School proudly had 42 students complete their respective levels of the award, 10 of which attained the highest level – the Gold award.

Marirose Giann Year 11 Gold Award Participant

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LIBRARY The 2024 year in the Senior School Library has seen a thriving reading culture, with students deeply engaged in literature through various events and activities.

Highlights of the year included Book Week, Write a Book in a Day challenge, and numerous author visits, each enriching the community’s love for reading.

The theme for Book Week, ‘Reading is Magic,’ spurred excitement, leading to a notable increase in book borrowing.

Students were particularly drawn to new releases, popular adaptations, social media recommendations, and series conclusions, reflecting their eagerness to explore diverse genres.

The Write a Book in a Day challenge for Year 5 to Year 8 was another memorable event. Working under time constraints, students discovered the rewards and difficulties of storytelling, which fostered teamwork, creativity, and resilience.

This challenge also had a charitable aspect, deepening students’ connection to storytelling.

Author visits, featuring Danielle Binks, Erin Gough and Reece Carter, as well as virtual sessions with Fleur Ferris and Tristan Bancks, provided students with direct insights into the world of writing and publishing. These experiences inspired students by making the creative process feel more accessible.

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The library also served as a sanctuary for mental health, offering students a space for self-reflection and comfort. Year 10 students especially appreciated dedicated reading sessions in Term 3, with one student saying, ‘It gave me a moment to just stop and lose myself in a story. Can we do it again?’

Each year’s group brought its own unique reading preferences. Year 10 students leaned towards contemporary and classic books, including Malibu Rising, Gone Girl, and The Handmaid’s Tale, reflecting their interest in emotionally complex stories. Year 9, influenced by their Classics study, combined timeless literature with modern titles like the Shatter Me series, popularised by BookTok.

Year 8 students were captivated by crime and mystery, making it their favorite genres, while Year 7 explored a wide range of titles, with the Uglies series and Fleur Ferris’s books topping their list. Year 6 students preferred contemporary narratives like Counting by 7s and I Am Malala, seeking relatable and inspiring stories.

This snapshot of 2024 showcases the library’s vibrant reading culture, marked by enthusiasm and engagement across all grades. We look forward to continuing to foster a love of reading in 2025.

Louise Piggott Head of Library and Information Services

TOURS

DART TOUR – TASMANIA We had the pleasure of accompanying 15 students from Year 9 to Year 11 to Tasmania in April this year. We flew into Launceston to explore the Tasman Valley, where we engaged in a range of activities.

This included a visit to Bridestowe Lavender Farm (which has a close connection to some MLC School Old Girls) for a wonderful tour of the facilities and tasting. We also spent time with Sally Lowe at Spotted Quoll where we were provided with a unique textiles experience – making lavender heat packs and head bands. We got up close and personal with some sea horses at Seahorse World as we learnt about their breeding cycles and feeding habits.

We then travelled down the East Coast to hike up to the Wine Glass Bay lookout and admired the impressive view. We then ventured south towards Hobart and its surrounds, where we enjoyed an afternoon in the park near the picturesque Richmond Bridge.

Next, we arrived in Hobart where we based the second half of the tour. We were fortunate to have artist Renata Huff welcome us into her home to share her artworks and morning tea, where we also collaborated on an artwork together. The visit to Kunanyi (Mt Wellington) provided a windy but spectacular view. Whereas, the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) was an eye opener and a wonderful experience, as were the Salamanca and Farmgate Markets.

From Hobart we spent a day heading down to Bruny Island, where we enjoyed (or some skipped) fresh oysters, tasted local honey and chocolates, indulged in charcuterie and cheese boards at Bruny Island Cheese Co. and then waded in pristine water at Adventure Bay. We also climbed the Truganini Lookout at The Neck.

The wombats and Tassie devils at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary in Brighton were also highlights of the trip. Throughout

our Tassie adventures, the group created stunning concertina books which focussed on inspiration from the majestic areas and the delicious Tasmanian food that we enjoyed and ate in copious quantities.

We look forward to future tours in this stunning and sometimes underrated region of Australia.

Sally Marks Head of Department – Visual Arts Renee Willemsen Head of Department – Technological and Applied Studies (TAS)

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DDE TOUR – USA The Dance and Drama tour to the USA, departed in the July holidays, which was our first international tour following COVID-19 pandemic restrictions. The 35 students from Drama and Dance embarked on a 19-day trip to Los Angeles and New York City. The trip allowed students to immerse themselves in the performing arts through practical workshops – to hone their skills and work with successful professionals who have made careers in the performing arts.

Dance students began their time in LA taking classes at world-renowned dancer Debbie Allen’s Academy. They developed skills in styles such as Contemporary, Hiphop, Jazz and traditional African dance. An exciting impromptu moment occurred at Venice Beach where local street performers invited us to perform one of our routines for the public and we wowed everyone with our rendition of Applause by Lady Gaga.

Later we blew audiences away at Universal Studios and Disneyland with our wellrehearsed routines. Pirouetting into New York, dancers worked with two Broadway performers from Romeo and Juliet and MJ the Musical learning choreography hot off the stage, before transforming into Rockets for a workshop at Radio City Music Hall. The girls were also treated to some wonderful nights at the theatre, seeing the Royal Ballet performance of Romeo and Juliet and some exhilarating circus work at Water for Elephants. This rounded out an eclectic trip for everyone involved.

While the dancers worked hard – Drama students jumped straight into developing their skills in Comedy improvisation at the famous Lee Strasberg studios. They

then moved on to a Commedia dell’ Arte workshop at The Actor’s Gang whose creative director is Tim Robbins. At Disneyland, students worked with Disney actors to create a scene from Beauty and the Beast, explored an audition process and how to block a scene and perform it in a time crunch. After success in LA, the Drama girls took a bite of the ‘Big Apple.’ In New York the girls explored a variety of acting styles from Shakespearian monologues to Suzuki’s stomping method and physical theatre. A highlight was experiencing ‘acting for the camera’ where everyone got to take home film of their audition piece. A trip to ‘the city that never sleeps’ wouldn’t be complete without some Broadway performances – students were lucky to view shows like Hadestown, Six, and Wicked, rounding out a wonderful theatrical experience.

We explored a rich array of cultural experiences. These raged from spending a few days in Disneyland and trying every ‘Mickey’ shaped food on offer, to visiting the Griffith Park Observatory and the Hollywood Sign, walking through Central Park and visiting Times Square. All students had the dinner of a lifetime watching live performers at Ellen’s Stardust Diner, perusing local markets in Chelsea and shopping up a storm at The Grove. The DDE Tour Girls really had the best of both worlds, experiencing extraordinary training experiences whilst immersing themselves in a very different, rich culture. Our staff, Kellie Cogin, Jenna Skepper, Jess Dyson and I appreciated the wonderful support of Global Dance Company travelling companions, Victoria Green and Rosemary Church. I’m sure the tour was a once in a lifetime experience for all.

Lisa Jinga Head of Department – Dance, Drama and Entertainment (DDE)

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HISTORY TOUR – GERMANY AND ITALY After several years’ hiatus, History tours resumed in 2024 with 34 students and 5 teachers travelling to Europe in the September break. The two-week tour around Germany, Austria, Italy and Vatican City challenged students to think critically about both Ancient and Modern history, as they walked in the footsteps of the past.

After arriving in Germany, the students examined the impact of national Socialism on Germany, Austria and the wider world.

Tours around Obersalzburg, particularly the Documentation Centre, challenged students to think deeply about Nazism which was juxtaposed against the naturally beautiful backdrop of the Austrian Alps. City tours and explorations of the picturesque medieval cities of Salzberg, Nuremburg and Munich, were great opportunities for photos, eating local delicacies and participating in the traditional festival atmosphere at this time of year.

Yet it was against these idyllic backdrops that the girls were further stretched with tours to Dachau, Courtroom 600, the Nuremberg Rally Grounds, Hitler’s Bunker and the Holocaust Memorial in Berlin. I was proud to see how our MLC School girls both connected with, and paid respect to, the horrors of the past. They listened intently to and questioned our local tour guides to extract an immense amount of learning from them, which will help guide both their future studies, and their interactions with the wider world. Still in Berlin, we spent time walking the streets and taking in the sights of the Cold War era. From Checkpoint Charlie to the East Side Gallery, the girls enjoyed the shifting cultural reality of the divided city, with both souvenir shopping and eating sauerkraut being a highlight.

Moving into Naples and Sorrento, the girls devoured the local delicacies, including seafood, pizza napoletana and gnocchi sorrentina.

As always, all roads lead to Rome, sadly, this was our final stop of the tour. The City of Caesars delivered a wonderful chance to explore both Ancient, Renaissance and Modern history. some highlights included the St Peter’s Basilica, a walk through the Forum, the Aventine Keyhole, and of course gelato at Giolittis. Walking the cobbled paved streets of Trastevere was a spectacular way to end our journey, with of course, a final chance to shop and tuck into some pasta.

I’d like to express my thanks to the 34 students for their excellent attitude and behaviour, along with Sharon Connolly, Christopher Highman, Claire White and Stavroula Koulouris for their professionalism, support and good humour throughout the tour.

David Posker-Hill Head of Department – History and Religious Education

Sunny campagna called, and we enjoyed the first stage of our Italian jaunt by exploring the ancient cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum. These towns, locked in time, provided the girls with an interesting look into the daily lives of the Romans.

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WOW TOUR – NEW ZEALAND During the Term 3 break, three staff including Robyn Langford, Sally Marks and Richard Burgess led 17 students from the creative subjects of Textiles, Visual Art, Design Technology, PDM, Multimedia and Food Technology on a tour to New Zealand.

WOW! What a great time we had in New Zealand on the tour. We began by experiencing impressive mosaic art works in an artist’s garden and a dolphin cruise on the harbour of the beautiful French inspired village of Akaroa. We hopped on and off trams in Christchurch to help us get around to our glass bead and silver ring making workshops.

We learnt about earthquakes in Quake City then unexpectedly experienced one of our own when we were in our hotel in Wellington. We marvelled at the resilience and innovation around the Cardboard Cathedral, had a Zen moment leisurely punting down the Avon River and then visited the stunning Botanic Gardens.

We experienced a snowstorm, patted huskies, learnt about the lives of penguins and bumped and squealed our way around the Antarctic terrain course on a Haglund (an amphibious vehicle) ride in the Antarctic Centre before flying to Nelson. Nelson offered a variety of experiences, including textile workshops and a visit to Suter Gallery. We ventured to Kaiteriteri to paddle our Wakas (Māori canoes) and learnt an empowering Haka to scare off our enemies!

We were tempted by cheeses, entertained by alpacas and tried our hand at spinning fleece on a spinning wheel. Wellington greeted us by being unusually sunny and warm, but it soon proved true to its reputation by turning cold, wet and windy by the time we left.

Wellington wowed us with the jaw dropping World of Wearable Art Show (WOW) which then inspired our creativity with torch fired enamel and eco-dyed earring workshops.

We also indulged our taste buds with a chocolate making course. We learnt about the amazing world of movies and special effects workshop at Wētā. We enjoyed a lunch of freshly prepared pasta and tiramisu that we prepared ourselves. And just for fun we entered the world of escape rooms and challenged ourselves to problem solve and get out in time, applying our varied skills and working as a team. We look forward to future trips to New Zealand – ‘the land of the long white cloud.’

Robyn Langford and Sally Marks Tour Teachers

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TOURNAMENT OF MINDS The Tournament of Minds (ToM) is a wonderful opportunity for students who are passionate about learning and problemsolving. Teams are required to work together on a Long-Term Challenge for six weeks without assistance from teachers, parents or peers. They are encouraged to explore possibilities and experiment with ideas as they endeavour to produce the best possible solution. Students developed a creative and original way to communicate this solution to others, working within predefined parameters such as limited materials, complex challenge criteria and the deadline of Tournament Day. On Tournament Day, they also participated in an unexpected Spontaneous Challenge, which required them to quickly exchange ideas, think creatively, and work together effectively. This experience allowed students to develop their talents, build teamwork skills, and embrace the spirit of friendly competition.

Tournament of Minds (ToM) training commenced in the first week of Term 3, with students immediately immersing themselves in the preparation. Demonstrating exceptional commitment, the girls met before School, during lunchtimes, and even on weekends to select their challenge and explore possibilities and experiment with ideas as they endeavoured to produce their best possible solution. Both teams’ dedication, teamwork, and creativity were exemplary, as they collaborated diligently to bring their ideas to fruition. It was inspiring to observe their mutual support and determination as they embraced each challenge.

The regional competition was a lot of fun, and there was much excitement when the Senior team won The Spirit of ToM Award.

Congratulations to the following girls: Junior Team – The Arts Ashwini Kanesalingam (Year 6) Lavinia Xu (Year 6) Chloe Zheng (Year 6) Caitlyn Rodrigues (Year 5) Alicia Wang (Year 5) Zara Pandher (Year 5) Daisy Han (Year 5) Senior Team – Language and Literature Bonnie Li (Year 7) Pip McGuire (Year 8) Veronica Pan (Year 8) Zihan Joanne Chen (Year 9) Nicola Keast (Year 9) Stella Wallace (Year 9) Jocelyn Su (Year 9) Melissa Bye Acting Mind Challenges Coordinator

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THE EDGE This year, The Edge has worked hard to create interesting articles, fun crafts and games, and beautiful poetry to fill its each term’s issue. Our wonderful team of writers spanning Year 6 to Year 12 have worked collaboratively and with enthusiasm to bring their ideas to life. It has been incredible to work with this group of budding journalists and artists, developing new skills encompassing everything from research to writing and even graphic design. Thank you and congratulations to the brilliant students who gave their lunchtimes and wholehearted commitment to putting together such impressive issues every term. It has been extremely pleasing to see how everyone has grown and developed throughout the year.

global politics – this was a chance to branch out into challenging and interesting issues affecting journalists and readers alike.

We started off in Term 1 with our theme on the ‘Supernatural,’ filled to the brim with witches, conspiracies, mythology, and creative energy – we even had an interview with a ghost! This was a great chance for everyone to explore historical and unusual events, channelling their unique interests and knowledge. In Term 2 we looked at the Arts, covering beloved MLC School events such as the Senior School production The Whirlybird Club and the Town Hall Concert for the talented musicians of our School. Our journalists also delved into the fascinating worlds of fashion, poetry and famous artists throughout the centuries.

Amelie Petschner (Year 11) (on behalf of The Edge team 2024)

In Term 3 we looked at all things relating to the 21st century, where we learnt and discussed the controversial issues that face us today. Such as, the development and reliance on technology, the Olympics, or

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Finally, in Term 4 we worked on our 30th issue! The ‘newsroom’ was currently buzzing with talk of ‘unusual hobbies’ and ‘traditions.’ These topics gave us a chance to showcase everyone’s passions and backgrounds, as well as learning about other cultures around the world. It has been wonderful to watch the whole team grow and learn through the work they have created this year. I can’t wait to see where 2025 takes us as we welcome new and old students, and the girls tackle new issues, try different things and grow as individuals through their writing and collaboration.

Persephone Wahltuch (Year 12), Amelie Petschner (Year 11), Genevieve Thai (Year 10), Chloe Kypreos (Year 10), Isabella Ho (Year 10), Joanne Chen (year 9), Jocelyn Su (Year 9), Angelina Ng (Year 9), Pip McGuire (Year 8), Piya Kaur (Year 8), Arya Benton (Year 8), Sibylla Coleman (Year 8), Michaela Kwaan (Year 7), Aditi Knowles (Year 7), Bonnie Li (Year 7), Grace Guo (Year 7), Phoebe Tang (Year 7), Jenny Chen (Year 7), Hana Lee (Year 7), Gaia Bigolin (Year 6) Danielle Collins The Journalism Society Coordinator

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SENIOR SCHOOL PHOTOS

DEBATING

FRONT ROW Lily Clemens, Yasmine Teoh, Jilly Pidcock, Alexis Morcos, Katrina Athanasiou, Mikayla Woon, Holly Moore, Isabella Kristallis, Scarlett McNamara, Zara Coates, Riley Chantler, Eve Vantas, Emily Hutchins, Anika Gupta, Yianna Fanos, Elyssa Tai, Rhiti Bhatta, Ellie Li, Zaz Tiglao SECOND ROW Mr X. Maling, Niamh Johnson, Emily Zhou, Uma Singleton, Anastazia Samad, Grace Bettar, Krystal Karahontzitis, Maria Stamoulos, Zoe Pollard, Seraphine McNamara, Rebecca Ho-Bui, Yerina Kang, Isabel Warusavitarne, Amelia Chen, Liana Wai, Hannah North, Madison Chantler, Maxine Hawkins, Abby Coxsedge, Sienna Christodoulou, Annaliese Yan, Josephine Doan, Sophia Hu THIRD ROW Meena Kanthathas, Ophelia Li, Kate McKeon, Lam Nguyen, Grace Kuman, Hannah Grave, Lucy Fickler, Sophia Antipas, Lucia Barrington-Higgs, Yasmine Kanagaratnam, Jemima Blake, Imogen Walker, Lila O’Keefe, Luella Farah, Angelina Xu, Carina Chu, Georgina Rowles, Hannah Koh, Georgia O’Connor, Ella Hu, Lindsay Shi Han Zeng FOURTH ROW Amelie Rettig, Eleanor Longcroft, Ines Prince, Sophie Ye, Hannah Olsson, Khushii Varma, Nghi Nguyen, Hattie Russell, Gabrielle Wilkie, Vadeesha Kanagaratnam, Summer Shrestha, Sky Humphries, Erin Clowes, Anika Springford, Sophia Bucci, Lily Smith, Nicola Keast, Isla Costin, Ashley Lee, Chloe Nguyen FIFTH ROW Angelina Le, Adelaide Abernethy, Isabelle Ng, Yuuki Onuma, Dina Saeed, Phoebe Zein, Sarah Lawrie, Lucinda Hutchins, Ella Baker, Indiana Hodgkinson, Sima Tebbutt, Eloise Ward, Ellie Girard, Eve Ireland, Olivia Ebel, Magdalene Miltiades, Juah Hyun, Ellen Gadsby, Defne Isikli, Riya Singh SIXTH ROW Ella Ma, Joyce Zhang, Sophie Winnall, Inez Murray, Sienna Dodd, Sophia Grave, Rose Turner, Anna Overton, Lucy Dickson, Rebecca Beaton, Eve Parker, Charlotte Hughes, Zoe Likely, Elena Tulloch, Evelyn Kerr, Lottie Cleland, Soraya Ebony Phillips-Bates, Olivia Zein, Georgia Sinclair

FRONT ROW Summer Nguyen, Abira Sanan, Lilian Chen, Isabella Kristallis, Zara Poortvliet, Ruby Tan, Esther Kim, Vishaalini Ravichandra, Anikah Sanan, Moira Peach, Ashwini Kanesalingam, Chloe Zheng, Maggie Yuyuan Ma SECOND ROW Aditi Knowles, Josephine Doan, Jasmine Luo, Joumana Reehman, Amy Doan, Isabella Zhuo, Sarah Zhang, Pip McGuire, Chloe Oh, Lauren Liu, Chelsea Keomanivong, Selina Shan, Georgia Sutton THIRD ROW Cailise Campbell, Bonnie Li, Vivian Greenwood, Veronica Pan, Ingrid Henderson, Evie Fergus, Leanne Pham, Mia Waterhouse, Taylor Lu, Yolanda Deng, Zining Jenny Chen, Matilda Hardy FOURTH ROW Katherine Woo, Elysse Diep, Caydence Sumantri, Umaiza Mahfuz, Kimberly Chou, Annaliese Yan, Leela Das, Elena Sun, Harriet Hahn, Jordan Vo, Stephanie Keo, Chloe Lu FIFTH ROW Angelina Zhang, Nitya Nimalan, Rebecca Ho-Bui, Yerina Kang, Jocelyn Su, Isabelle Millgate, Sophia Bucci, Luella Farah, Lindsay Shi Han Zeng, Alana Mellare, Amara Sivagurunathan, Uma Singleton SIXTH ROW Sarinna Cai, Anna Poortvliet, Meena Kanthathas, Audrey Buck, Olivia Ebel, Elena Tulloch, Amelia Tchan, Freyja Gray, Tess Petschner, Zihan Joanne Chen, Anna Obaid ABSENT Euna Cho, Angelyn Xiang, Mikaela Kwaan, Maya Hutchison, Bridget Cortis-Jones, Piya Kaur, Sarina Nagra, Aiesha Sivaranjan, Dora Cai, Christa Jeyasingam, Nina Hespe, Chloe Zhang

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DUKE OF EDINBURGH

SENIOR SCHOOL PHOTOS

MOCK TRIAL

FRONT ROW Ranmeng Yang, Julia Zarlenga, Thea Grace Davis, Uma Singleton, Allegra Carlini, Sarina Nagra, Angelina Zhang, Elysse Diep, Julinar Alshehabi, Elyssa Tai, Bella Nguyen, Giovanna Lim, Genevieve Beattie, Lily Essex, Umaiza Mahfuz, Sophia Hu SECOND ROW Serena Farley, Elizabeth Goh, Emily Zhou, Josephine Doan, Janice Leong, Yerina Kang, Claire Li, Layla Alameddine, Joranai Demontiero, Stephanie Kang, Chloe Ha Eun Song, Angela Pham, Georgia Delis, Isabella Zhou, Allegra Chiang THIRD ROW Hannah North, Kimberly Chou, Sallia Nguyen, Niamh Johnson, Amritha Ravichandra, Yianna Fanos, Misha Behi, Defne Isikli, Amaya Karunakaran, Hayley Pham, Abigail Bush, Zaz Tiglao, Kathleen Chrun, Elena Sun, Crystal Huang FOURTH ROW Vivian Pang, Priyanka Thanigasalam, Sarinna Cai, Amreen Thind, Yasmine Kanagaratnam, Sophia Antipas, Lucy Fickler, Sophia Malas, Isabelle Millgate, Zoe Gao, Amelie Rettig, Sophie Ye, Jossie Liu, Isabella Townsend, Emma Sullivan FIFTH ROW Sanjana Iyengar, Han Nguyen, Charlotte Priebbenow, Nicola Keast, Ines Prince, Imogen Wong, Moira Peach, Sophia Ivannikova, Sanaya Nair, Lindsay Shi Han Zeng, Hannah Koh, Orianna Ellis, Georgina Rowles, Aaliya Salim, Lucy Coxsedge, Isabel Warusavitarne SIXTH ROW Heather Yeon, Carina Chu, Gurnaaz Kahlon, Angelina Xu, Meena Kanthathas, Gigi Guan, Zihan Joanne Chen, Laurelle Yim, Trinity Nguyen, Lara Bazzi, Angela Ong, Milla Zhang, Kyra Narang, Hannah Olsson, Vadeesha Kanagaratnam SEVENTH ROW Isla Costin, Lily Smith, Mia Rice, Zoe Yue, Lana McLean, Azzurra Zappacosta, Georgie Roediger,Elisha Brown, Jodhi Bou, Chloe Miller, Vishaalini Ravichandra, Divya Sharma, Anikah Sanan, Vaishnavi Nagarajah, Amelia Armstrong EIGHTH ROW Tess Petschner, Grace Farrow, Rose Turner, Chloe Hui, Anisha Sivagurunathan, Sally Obaid, Lily Hatton, Charlotte Penny, Lilah Randall, Carla Najdek, Andrea Yixuan Wang, Marirose Giann, Emily Davis, Olivia Zein

FRONT ROW Lana Goodall, Eve Banyer, Isabelle Millgate, Amy Li, Leylim Ozer, Sarina Nagra SECOND ROW Ms E. Marsh, Olivia Zein, Evelyn Kerr, Elena Tulloch, Vaishnavi Nagarajah, Ms J. Graffen

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YEAR 7-11 DA VINCI DECATHLON YEAR 5-7 ROBOCUP

FRONT ROW Aditi Knowles, Anita Mohanan, Chelsea Keomanivong, Sophia Hu, Umaiza Mahfuz, Tasha Wong, Janice Leong, Madeleine Girgis, Bella Nguyen, Michaela Kwaan SECOND ROW Rianna Tsang, Yolanda Deng, Jordan Vo, Zining Jenny Chen, Rima Zhang, Phoebe Tang, Angelina Zhang, Veronica Pan, Stephanie Keo THIRD ROW Hana Lee, Nitya Nimalan, Anna Poortvliet, Kathleen Chrun, Jocelyn Su, Marni Heavener, Nadia Chan, Leela Das, Harriet Hahn FOURTH ROW Sarinna Cai, Meena Kanthathas, Helen Liu, Emily Davis, Anisha Sivagurunathan, Zihan Joanne Chen, Anna Obaid, Kimberly Chou

FRONT ROW Michaela Kwaan, Sophie Chuang, Cassia Davies, Ethelia Cassar, Charlotte Lee, Francesca Masters, Euna Cho, Phoebe Chee, Xinran Yang, Eloise Wong SECOND ROW Ingrid Henderson, Bonnie Li, Jaslina Duong, Yolanda Deng, Nicola Keast, Chloe Oh, Lana Goodall, Grace Guo, Olivia Pattison THIRD ROW Kathleen Chrun, Cheylene Leung, Ainnie Hao, Caydence Sumantri, Indigo Hannah, Ada Savage, Emily Van Der Westhuizen, Abigail Bush

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MUSIC CAPTAIN

IF MUSIC BE T HE FOO D OF LOV E, PL AY ON The MLC School Music Department has been abuzz with excitement this year. From Year 1 to Year 12, each student brought their passion to the stage and shared their love of music.

These concerts not only served to celebrate the amazing achievements of students but also created unforgettable memories to be treasured in the years to come.

The 2024 music calendar started with the annual MLC School Idol, where the whole senior school gathered to cheer on the talent of vocalists from Year 6 to Year 12. It was followed by the Year 6 The Addams Family Musical, a spectacular show that sold out for both performances. It was not quiet behind the scenes either: throughout the first semester, all ensembles worked tirelessly towards the biannual Town Hall Concert – an extraordinary experience featuring every single musician in the cocurricular music program. In preparation, the musicians went on a tour around Bathurst, Orange and Dubbo, playing with students and teachers of regional conservatoriums. The tour experience was not only musically enriching but also fostered lasting connections and memories.

The 2024 Town Hall Concert theme, unlike any held before, has a delicious twist: food.

The program, sectioned into a three-course meal, was a sampling of repertoire across all musical periods. This wasn’t the only

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food-themed event this year, with Groove at Camelot Lounge taking place in Term 3.

Following were several MLC School music classics, such as Australian Music Day, Battle of the Bands, Rockfest, and more.

However, what truly made the magic of these events was the MLC School musicians.

Not only are they talented musicians with individual ventures of competitions, exams and performances, but their commitment and dedication are what make every performance so phenomenal: from the early morning to the evening, there is hardly a moment in the music centre without the sound of playing.

I would also like to thank the music staff, who poured countless hours into every concert and always went above and beyond to support us. Our accomplishments as musicians are in no small way shaped by the steadfast encouragement and endeavours of each teacher here.

It has been the utmost privilege to be the 2024 Music Captain. As MLC School musicians, we will always carry the memories, experiences, and laughter we shared – moments that have undoubtedly shaped us into who we are. I look forward to hearing the melodies of MLC School play on.

Fiona Feng Music Captain

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MUSIC THE FOOD OF LOVE It has been an extraordinary year for our Co-curricular Music Program! Each moment has been filled with creativity, collaboration, and a deep passion for music that has resonated throughout our School community.

Our major concert at the iconic Sydney Town Hall this year was themed ‘Music, The Food of Love.’ Students displayed their talents, performing a diverse range of pieces that captivated the audience, each piece linking to food. As a new idea, audience members were able to purchase a dinner box to enjoy as they watched and listened to the performances. This added to the atmosphere of celebration and the energy on stage was palpable. This concert not only highlighted the exceptional skills of our performers but also demonstrated the hard work and dedication that goes into preparation from staff and students alike.

We embarked on an enjoyable regional tour, visiting Bathurst, Orange, and Dubbo. This trip was a wonderful opportunity for our students to share their music beyond the School walls.

The warm reception we received in each town was heartwarming, and the experience of performing in new venues helped our students grow in confidence and experience.

The camaraderie between the ensemble students and the memories created during this tour will surely last a lifetime.

Our Jazz bands also shone brightly at the Camelot Lounge. This intimate setting allowed our musicians to truly express themselves, and the audience responded with enthusiastic applause. It is always inspiring to see our students embrace the improvisational spirit of jazz, connecting with one another and the audience.

In June, our Year 3 string quartet had the honour of performing for the Independent Girls Schools luncheon (AHIGS). This was a significant moment for some of our youngest musicians, showcasing their considerable talent in front of a distinguished audience.

Their poise and professionalism were commendable, and it was a proud moment for them and our Music Department.

Throughout the year, our regular soirees, Middle Years Concert, Battle of the Bands, and Keyboard and Vocal Festivals provided numerous opportunities for students to share their musical offerings with fellow students, parents and staff. These events foster a sense of camaraderie and community, encouraging students to push their boundaries and support one another.

As we reflect on this remarkable year, we celebrate not just the achievements of our talented musicians, but also the friendships, teamwork, and love for music that have flourished within our program. We look forward to another momentous year of music making in 2025 with highlights being an Sydney Opera House Concert and a European Music Tour.

Trevor Mee Director of Music

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JUNIOR SCHOOL

JUNIOR JAZZ MUSIC

FRONT ROW Caitlyn Law, Yvonne Henderson, Hayley Lam, Evelyn Tsang, Victoria Cassar, Naomi Ang, Charlotte Lim, Olivia Cheng, Ellyson Chung-Tan, Sarah Lin, Caitlyn Wong SECOND ROW Gem McGuire, Annabella Xiang, Amanda Zhang, Aida Sidhom, Eshani Dilipumakanth, Delaney Wiedner, Erin Chen, Colette Obaid, Vivienne Woon, Drew Bradshaw, Sahana Siva, Tahra Peries THIRD ROW Peita Nikolakopoulos, Poppy Frederick, Isabelle Ng, Tara Kuhan, Carlyn Nie, Anouk Thorley, Nina Bai, Chloe Huang, Daisy Han, Amy Zong, Lynn Suwanjarat FOURTH ROW Leanna Shen, Sabine Woodhouse, Catherine Coorey, Matilda Taor, Camellia Yao, Katherine Zhai, Arielle McBrien, Miya Cai, Audrey Henderson, Olivia Smith, Olivia Wang FIFTH ROW Isabelle Kerr, Jesselle Jiao, Grace Liang, Mia Li, Henriette Pitman, Elana Lane Chrun, Becky Kwan Gu, Emi Liu, Emma Zhang, Alannah Chan ABSENT Zoe Baker, Eva Bangia, Caitlyn Rodrigues, Emily Wong, Kathy Zhang

FRONT ROW Daisy Han, Lavinia Xu, Niamh Gorman, Remy Pereira, Averie Ling, Arielle McBrien, Avery Satchcroft SECOND ROW Jesselle Jiao, Abira Sanan, Elana Lane Chrun, Sofia Callegaro, Elly Chen, Erin McCrudden, Keira Ritchley ABSENT Caitlyn Rodrigues, Gemma Verden

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PRESTO STRINGS TAIKO

FRONT ROW Edith Savage, Selina Lo, Jesslyn Hoi Cing Yong, Olivia Li, Emily Zhong, Marina Chen, Yvonne Henderson, Hayley Lam, Xintong Guan SECOND ROW Olivia Wen, Drew Bradshaw, Amelia Ko, Rhianna Sui, Anouk Thorley, Isabelle Ng, Jessy Nunn, Anushkaa Thadani THIRD ROW Calais Durie, Mia Jin, Emi Liu, Irene Chau, Ava Storey, Carlyn Nie, Sum Yeung Cheng ABSENT Erin Chen, Olivia Huang, Elizabeth Feng, Sarah Lin, Lucy Murphy, Charlotte Qian, Tianna Sui, Alexandra Southwood

FRONT ROW Caitlyn Law, Emily Wong, Annika Bou, Daisy Han, Lexie Lovett, Naomi Ang, Evelyn Tsang SECOND ROW Olivia Smith, Victoria Wai, Emily Ward, Camellia Yao, Catherine Coorey, Leah Maidment

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UKESTRA

MUSIC GROUPS

FRONT ROW Victoria Cassar, Vivienne Woon, Charlotte Pepper Craparotta, Poppy Frederick, Faith Huynh, Estella Tran, Daisy Han, Grace Ingram, Annika Bou SECOND ROW Olivia Smith, Victoria Wai, Aaliyah Liu, Olivia Eddy, Katherine Zhai, Averie Ling, Audrey Henderson, Arielle McBrien, Catherine Coorey THIRD ROW Claudia Pruscino, April Cookson, Mia Li, Henriette Pitman, Jessica Lim, Ashwini Kanesalingam, Dorothy Trimble, Camellia Yao ABSENT Alice Zhou

CHAMBER ORCHESTRA

SENIOR SCHOOL

FRONT ROW Lucy Oh, Katherine Woo, Tiffany Lai, Abigail Bush, Kimberly Chou, Daisy Li, Tasha Wong, Chloe Lu, Frances Xie SECOND ROW Mr T. Mee, Justine Zhang, Juah Hyun, Isabelle Lin, Joyce Zhang, Fiona Feng, Josephine Doan, Zoe Kong Zlamal

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CHOIR CONCERT BAND

FRONT ROW Michaela Kwaan, Amelie Wallace, Isla Young, Summer Nguyen, Laila Chopra, Vishaalini Ravichandra, Olivia Zein, Persephone Wahltuch, Freyja Gray, Chloe Miller, Georgie Roediger, Sally Obaid, Gemma Verden, Hui Yu, Lavinia Luoyi Xu, Faith Huynh SECOND ROW Mr T. Mee, Chloe Zheng, Sherlyn Lin, Piya Kaur, Janani Kanthathas, Camille Sheehan, Ariahna Giann, Zoe Likely, Hannah Shortus, Madeleine Davison, Sophia Ronan, Mila Chau, Nayana Vanza, Yasmine Teoh, Ava Meng, April Surachanchai, Abira Sanan THIRD ROW Ella Le, Amritha Ravichandra, Charlotte Lee, Ginny Dela Cruz, Niamh Canadas, Melisande Pitman, Uma Singleton, Sanaya Nair, Lilly Crowe, Holly Moore, Thea Grace Davis, Ingrid Henderson, Amy Doan, Kimberley Chung, Gauri Nathan, Jasmine Luo, Selina Shan, Cayla Mellare FOURTH ROW Lam Nguyen, Priya Mohan, Kushla McCaul, May Nguyen, Jiayi Li, Eri Takeshita, Hana Lee, Caydence Sumantri, Ava McLean, Roma Nadubeedi, Marni Heavener, Lucinda Ho, Jordan Vo, Stephanie Keo, Louise Shaw, Isla Leung, Emily Pattison FIFTH ROW Diar Kabaha, Lily Essex, Elizabeth Goh, Maya Gupta, Charlotte Priebbenow, Jossie Liu, Moira Peach, Crystal Huang, Alana Mellare, Anikah Sanan, Alison Wong, Isabella Zhao, Eve Banyer, Sarinna Cai, Lefki Papadopoulos, Sophie Ye, Meena Kanthathas, Grace Kuman SIXTH ROW Elly Yu, Angelina Huang, Angela Ong, Isabella Bednaic, Imogen Bush, Inez Murray, Rose Turner, Eva Diessl, Charlotte Hughes, Andrea Yixuan Wang, Emily Davis, Olivia Pham, Audrey Buck, Sharon Laurens, Amy Lee, Rose Lin, Ainslie McCallum

FRONT ROW Gemma Verden, Erin McCrudden, Jade Qi, Aurora Sharma, Ava Meng, Olive Taylor, Adora Chen Xu, Ethelia Cassar, Emily Tu SECOND ROW Mr T. Mee, Chloe Oh, Kimberley Chung, Aurora Kang, Audrey Sivyer, Amy Doan, Melisande Pitman, Isabella Zhuo, Lavinia Luoyi Xu THIRD ROW Sarah Zhang, Pip McGuire, Ciara Ferguson, Ruth Overton, Eva Diessl, Caitlin Ward, Marni Heavener, Sienna Kang

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JAZZ ENSEMBLE

MUSIC GROUPS

SINFONIA

FRONT ROW Natalie Chan, Charlotte Lee, Cailise Campbell, Grace Guo, Bonnie Li, Delilah Abernethy, Euna Cho, Michaela Kwaan SECOND ROW Mr T. Mee, Stella Wallace, Ellen Gadsby, Ruth Overton, Anna Overton, Ophelia Li, Isabel Warusavitarne, Charlotte Djamhur, Maya McBrien

FRONT ROW Alicia Tien, Chiarah Nguyen, Eloise Wong, Sophie Hong, Ariahna Giann, Aditi Knowles, Angelyn Xiang, Lily Tao SECOND ROW Niamh Canadas, Sienna Zheng, Ingrid Henderson, Bethany Haddad, Janani Kanthathas, Madeleine Davison, Lauren Liu THIRD ROW Liesl Wong, Sophie Ye, Heather Yeon, Megan Kuit, Alisha Dhaliwal, Chloe Lay, Marni Heavener

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STAGE BAND SYMPHONIC WIND BAND

FRONT ROW Gauri Nathan, Liliana Hollands, Anna Obaid, Kali Springford, Ivana Dolenac, Chloe Miller, Laila Chopra, Anika Springford, Amaya Karunakaran SECOND ROW Mr T. Mee, Julia Choi, Vishaalini Ravichandra, Olivia Zein, Georgie Roediger, Olivia Ebel, Khushii Varma, Sameera Khatri THIRD ROW Joyce Zhang, Zoe Likely, Marirose Giann, Alaska Durie, Hannah Banks, Sally Obaid, Hannah Shortus

FRONT ROW Cloris Xu, Euna Cho, Serena Farley, Allegra Chiang, Kali Springford, Ivana Dolenac, Claire Li, Elizabeth Goh, Natalie Chan, Michaela Kwaan SECOND ROW T. Mee, Grace Guo, Rebecca Ho-Bui, Yerina Kang, Claire Lee, Sarina Nagra, Stella Wallace, Bonnie Li, Veronica Pan, Jessie Xu THIRD ROW Regina Ding, Liliana Hollands, Khushii Varma, Julia Choi, Isabel Warusavitarne, Gauri Nathan, Kathleen Chrun, Nadia Chan, Jocelyn Su FOURTH ROW Anika Springford, Ophelia Li, Hattie Russell, Georgie Roediger, Zoe Likely, Olivia Ebel, Chloe Miller, Anna Obaid, Laila Chopra FIFTH ROW Yoyo Wu, Emily Wu, Hannah Banks, Alaska Durie, Anna Overton, Marirose Giann, Hannah Shortus, Joyce Zhang

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MUSIC GROUPS

TAIKO

FRONT ROW Cloris Xu, Lucy Oh, Euna Cho, Taylor Lu, Janice Leong, Elizabeth Goh, Tasha Wong, Sophia Hu, Chloe Oh, Olivia Lin, Veronica Pan, Ranmeng Yang SECOND ROW Mr T. Mee, Elysse Diep, Serena Farley, Chloe Lu, Daisy Li, Gauri Nathan, Justine Zhang, Rima Zhang, Katherine Woo, Stephanie Keo, Josephine Doan, Zoe Kong Zlamal THIRD ROW Kathleen Chrun, Tiffany Lai, Chelsea Chen, Stephanie Kang, Clarice Yeung, Cheylene Leung, Gigi Guan, Carina Chu, Angelina Xu, Hannah Koh, Amy Lee, Abigail Bush FOURTH ROW Nghi Nguyen, Priyanka Thanigasalam, Sarinna Cai, Elena Sun, Isabelle Lin, Laila Chopra, Juah Hyun, Kimberly Chou, Jodhi Bou, Jocelyn Su, Rose Lin FIFTH ROW Imogen Luo Raju, Freyja Gray, Fiona Feng, Chloe Hui, Hannah Banks, Alaska Durie, Marirose Giann, Joyce Zhang, Imogen Bush, Emily Davis, Mia Johnston

FRONT ROW Beth Pidcock, April Surachanchai, Aurora Sharma, Kimberley Chung, Thea Grace Davis, Raphaëla Ades, Grace Thai SECOND ROW T. Mee, Abigail Bush, Tabitha Lloyd, Khushii Varma, Sophie Ye, Tasha Kirby, Zara Luong THIRD ROW Tascha Ireland, Yuuki Onuma, Lucy Dickson, Imogen Bush, Joyce Zhang, Ashlee Hoang

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FRONT ROW Amritha Ravichandra, Rose Lin, Ava McLean, Olivia Zein, Gauri Nathan, Persephone Wahltuch, Uma Singleton, Lily Essex, Grace Kuman, Piya Kaur SECOND ROW Mr T. Mee, Lilly Crowe, Amy Doan, Amy Lee, Sarinna Cai, Isabella Bednaic, Roma Nadubeedi, Ingrid Henderson, Yasmine Teoh, Amelie Wallace THIRD ROW Chloe Miller, Sharon Laurens, Rose Turner, Inez Murray, Charlotte Hughes, Hannah Shortus, Freyja Gray, Emily Davis, Sophie Ye

FRONT ROW Clarice Yeung, Rose Lin, Daisy Li, Amy Lee, Mia Johnston, Abigail Bush, Cheylene Leung, Tiffany Chong SECOND ROW Mr T. Mee, Sarinna Cai, Juah Hyun, Joyce Zhang, Fiona Feng, Gigi Guan, Isabelle Lin, Yasmine Teoh

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DANCE The MLC School Co-curricular Program in 2024 delivered an exciting line up of competitions and performances. This included: the Wakakirri Story Dance Festival, MLC School Dance Showcase, Pre-Kindergarten to Year 2 Twilight Recital, It’s Showtime and AASCF Cheer and Dance Competitions. With over 450 enrolments this year, the dance program thrived, offering students diverse styles that fostered creative expression.

AASCF COMPETITIONS Our Junior and Senior Hip Hop and Pom teams participated in the AASCF WinterFest and Dance Battle competitions at The Quay Centre in Sydney Olympic Park. All teams displayed remarkable passion, professionalism and achieving impressive results:

AASCF WINTERFEST • Year 3 to Year 6 Scholastic Hip Hop – 1st place • Year 5 to Year 6 Scholastic Pom – 2nd place • Year 10 to Year 12 scholastic Hip Hop – 1st place • Year 7 to Year 9 Scholastic Hip Hop – 2nd place • Year 7 to Year 12 Scholastic Pom – 2nd place • Year 3 to Year 4 Scholastic Pom – 4th place

AASCF DANCE BATTLE • Year 5 to 6 Scholastic Pom – 1 place st

• Year 10 to 12 Scholastic Hip Hop – 1st place • Year 7 to 9 Scholastic Hip Hop – 3rd place • Year 7 to 12 Scholastic Pom – 3rd place • Year 3 to 4 Scholastic Pom – 2nd place • Year 3 to 6 Scholastic Hip Hop – 1st place

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OVERALLS

Show Awards:

• Year 10 to Year 12 Scholastic Hip Hop – 2024 NSW Battle Grand Scholastic Grand Champion

• National Commendation Award • Human Rights Equality Story State Award • Storytelling Award for a Great Story • Ensemble Award for Choreography

JUNIOR SCHOOL WAKAKIRRI STATE COMMENDATION 2024 MLC SCHOOL DANCE On August 5, Year 3 to Year 6 Co-curricular SHOWCASE – FORTITUDE: dancers performed Giraffes Can’t Dance STORIES OF RESILIENCE at the NIDA Parade Theatre. This story of Geraldine, a giraffe embracing her uniqueness, highlighted our dancers’ grace and energy, earning them a State Commendation Award.

Show Awards: • NSW State Commendation Award • Storytelling Award for Strong Use of the Festival Motif • Storytelling Award for Story Construction and Clarity • Ensemble Award for Choreography

In September, our 2024 Dance Showcase, Fortitude: Stories of Resilience, brought to life the powerful narratives of individuals who triumphed over adversity. With a PreKindergarten to Year 12 Co-curricular Dance Program boasting over 450 enrolments across 27 classes per week, this event featured just shy of 250 performers from Year 3 to Year 12, alongside elective dance classes. It provided an unforgettable display of choreography, dance, and compelling storytelling that highlighted the strength and courage of both well-known figures and unsung heroes.

SENIOR SCHOOL WAKAKIRRI NATIONAL AWARD 2024 TWILIGHT DANCE NOMINATION RECITAL – IT’S SHOWTIME This year’s entry from Year 7 to Year 12, titled ‘Undark’, highlighted the story of the Radium Girls of the 1920s and their fight for justice through work, health and safety reforms. This performance earned a National Commendation Award, proving MLC School’s longstanding commitment to excellence in the Performing Arts.

Ambassador Comment: ’A highly entertaining and heroic performance.

MLC School have done it again.

Congratulations to all involved!’ – Wayne Scott Kermond, Wakakirri Ambassador

In Term 4, our youngest dancers shone in the annual Twilight Recital, ‘It’s Showtime’.

This performance allowed them to express creativity while building confidence.

Jenna Skepper Dance Coordinator Jess Dyson Assistant Dance Coordinator

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Our Senior students had missed many performing opportunities due to COVID-19 restrictions in their earlier Senior School years so this year over 50 girls auditioned for the Senior production! As we have the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War approaching in 2025 I wrote and devised, The Whirly Bird Club – partly to accommodate as many actors as possible, with 25 plus characters. The stories told of a variety of women before they left for the war, their arrivals in a foreign land, and some of their experiences. Many of the stories presented were based on true events or characters, and were at times funny and at other times, tragic. The production tried to capture the ordinary lives of those who volunteered. Many girls had never travelled before – let alone on a plane, as international travel was expensive, and journeys were long and exhausting.

used in many transitions between scenes.

The set was dominated by a helicopter or ‘whirly bird.’ The production showed our commitment to providing performance experiences, creative design opportunities and professional crew positions for as many of our students as possible. They all learnt much about our history as well as collaboration, empathy, tolerance, and friendship in the process.

Many things have changed. Our design crew captured the feeling of the era of the 1960s.

For example, the Miss Australia Contest was one of the most popular events on the Australian calendar and dances at the local Town Hall were occasions for young people to meet prospective partners. The music was revolutionary in the production and was

There were 52 students who participated in the Middle Years production of Wendy and Peter Pan. The cast and crew of students from Year 7 to Year 9 dedicated themselves wholeheartedly to bringing the story to life.

Ella Hickson’s reimagining of JM Barrie’s Peter Pan is more than just a retelling of the beloved classic.

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Year 11 HSC Drama Students had the opportunity to devise and perform an abridged version of Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar. Students had opportunities to work in both performance and production elements, from designing the set, programming the lights, crafting, and printing programs, as well all expertly performing original Shakespearian dialogue for an exceptional performance night.

The production offered a fresh perspective on the familiar story, shifting the focus to Wendy as she navigates the world of Neverland. Hickson’s adaptation explored themes of bravery, loss, identity, and responsibility through Wendy’s eyes. Through Wendy, we see a young woman who is not content to play a secondary role in her own story. Instead, she leads, she questions, she confronts her fears, and she takes responsibility for her choices.

This mirrors what we aim to cultivate in every MLC School girl: the capability to be adaptive, courageous, and compassionate in all she does. Our cast rose to the challenge of embodying these values on stage with astounding maturity and passion. The performance of Wendy and Peter Pan was a beautiful reminder of the magic that happens when young people are empowered to tell their own stories.

Lisa Jinga Head of Department – Dance, Drama and Entertainment (DDE)

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THE SPEECH AND DRAMA STUDIO The Speech and Drama Studio’s reputation of excellence continued this year with our students achieving high results both within and beyond our School community.

We had 200 Speech and Drama students participate in the Australian Speech Communication Association (ASCA) and Trinity College of London examinations achieving outstanding results with an average grade of Distinction.

Congratulations to Jody Feng (Year 12) and Esther Kim (Year 12) who were awarded their ASCA Certificate of Communication.

The following students were awarded the prestigious ASCA medals for their outstanding performances and commitment to Speech and Drama.

CENTRE MEDALS Lily Simmons (Year 11) Zahra Yassine (Year 11) Ashwini Kanesalingam (Year 6) STUDIO MEDALS Madeleine Girgis (Year 8) Anaahat Kahlon (Year 6)

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STUDIO ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL Ines Prince (Year 9) Catherine Coorey (Year 5) There were 60 students who represented MLC School at the Inner West, Ryde, Parramatta and Sydney Eisteddfods, achieving a record number of winning places. The following students coached by the Speech and Drama Studio represented MLC School at the IGSA Festival of Speech with all students achieving second place in Junior and Senior Poetry and Junior and Senior Readings sections.

Nitya Nimalan (Year 11) Senior poetry – 2nd Place Josephine Doan (Year 9) Junior poetry – 2nd Place Anna Obaid (Year 10) Senior readings – 2nd Place Bridget Cortis-Jones (Year 8) Junior readings – 2nd Place

Our Theatresports Junior, Intermediate and Senior teams represented MLC School at the 2024 Theatresports School’s Challenges made it through to the semi-finals which was hosted by Impro Australia. Our Year 3 to Year 6 Musical Theatre Club enjoyed performing in their wonderful Showcase from Oliver. Junior School students from Pre-K to Year 6 assisted by a talented production team of Year 7 to Year 12 students, produced several highly successful holiday productions – The Night Before Christmas, Sleeping Beauty, Madeline and Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.

Our Acting for Camera students had enormous success in the industry with many receiving audition opportunities, getting booked for work and landing quality agents.

Our Writer’s Club students are gaining excellent knowledge and understanding of writing techniques and are writing scripts, prose and poetry, many submitting their work to Writing Festivals and competitions.

Our Future Leaders Public Speaking Clubs and private students are gaining techniques that are setting them apart with many placing in competitions, gaining leadership positions and becoming confident speakers.

Pre-Kindergarten to Year 2 group students gained an understanding of the Round Square values through the 12 Heroes of Discoveries which they explored through role play, poetry and public speaking exercises.

We are so proud of our students for their enthusiasm and commitment throughout 2024.

Monica Brian The Speech and Drama Studio Director

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CONTEMPORARY DANCE ENSEMBLE YEAR 3-6

PERFORMING ARTS GROUPS

HIP HOP ENSEMBLE YEAR 3-6

FRONT ROW Avery Lan, Caitlyn Wong, Ellyson Chung-Tan, Yvonne Henderson, Sonia Chung, Mia Yao Reeve, Maya Srisathkurunathan SECOND ROW Jessy Nunn, Inneke Nielsen, Asher Nevill, Ariana Paterson, Poppy Frederick, Olivia Cheng THIRD ROW Eve Hutchison, Sadie Lucas, Anouk Thorley, Kiara Assassa, Scarlett Seabourne ABSENT Mariangel Corrales Solano

FRONT ROW Mia Yao Reeve, Sahana Siva, Camila Morcos, Audrey Truong, Mia Jin, Miya Cai, Sienna Dib, Eloise Qiu, Delaney Wiedner, Maya Srisathkurunathan SECOND ROW Avni Narang, Charlotte Hing, Angelina Galilee, Elle Monteleone, Cayla Mellare, Macy Bellew, Jesselle Jiao, Vaani Narang, Olivia Eddy THIRD ROW Annaliese Bott, Aashani Chandramohan, Sadie Lucas, Zoe Fotoulis, Anaahat Kahlon, Erin McCrudden, Tillie Bishop, Mia Licenblat

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JAZZ DANCE ENSEMBLE YEAR 3-6 JUNIOR SCHOOL WAKAKIRRI

FRONT ROW Avery Lan, Xintong Guan, Mia Yao Reeve, Yisa Liang, Eva Bangia, Alicia Wen, Sammi Liang, Eloise Qiu, Olivia Li, Sahana Siva, Ayla Sumantri, Amelia Stillone, Maya Srisathkurunathan SECOND ROW Camila Morcos, Sienna Dib, Sum Yeung Cheng, Chloe Huang, Audrey Truong, Ariana Paterson, Olivia Eddy, Mia Jin, Shantelle Nguyen, Isabel Archer, Faith Huynh, Qaylah Mohamed THIRD ROW Lara Byrnes, Amelia Lee, Alexandra Huynh, Olina Stephen, Jesselle Jiao, Erin McCrudden, Mikayla Brown, Averie Ling, Vaani Narang, Avni Narang, Charlotte Hing FOURTH ROW Elle Monteleone, Angelina Galilee, Alita Lloyd, Chloe Nunn, Aashani Chandramohan, Anaahat Kahlon, Zoe Fotoulis, Sadie Lucas, Charlotte Williams, Annaliese Bott ABSENT Kathy Zhang

FRONT ROW Caitlyn Wong, Amelia Stillone, Mia Yao Reeve, Avery Lan, Yisa Liang, Olivia Cheng, Serena Yuchen Li, Eva Bangia, Sahana Siva, Ellyson ChungTan, Jesslyn Hoi Cing Yong, Xintong Guan, Maya Srisathkurunathan, Ayla Sumantri, Yvonne Henderson SECOND ROW Gem McGuire, Olivia Li, Kiana Jain, Inneke Nielsen, Sum Yeung Cheng, Sammi Liang, Jessy Nunn, Anouk Thorley, Poppy Frederick, Jazelle Sayed, Camila Morcos, Eloise Qiu, Alicia Wen THIRD ROW Sienna Dib, Carlyn Nie, Chloe Huang, Olivia Eddy, Mia Jin, Ariana Paterson, Amelia Lee, Lara Byrnes, Audrey Truong, Shantelle Nguyen, Isabel Archer, Faith Huynh, Qaylah Mohamed FOURTH ROW Charlotte Hing, Vaani Narang, Averie Ling, Olina Stephen, Scarlett Seabourne, Elle Monteleone, Angelina Galilee, Eve Hutchison, Kiara Assassa, Jesselle Jiao, Asher Nevill, Alexandra Huynh, Avni Narang FIFTH ROW Jaiyanna Sayed, Annaliese Bott, Aashani Chandramohan, Chloe Nunn, Erin McCrudden, Annabelle Zhou, Anaahat Kahlon, Zoe Fotoulis, Charlotte Williams, Sadie Lucas, Alita Lloyd, Mikayla Brown ABSENT Mariangel Corrales Solano

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POM DANCE ENSEMBLE YEAR 3-6

PERFORMING ARTS GROUPS

CO-CURRICULAR DANCE

FRONT ROW Avery Lan, Xintong Guan, Mia Yao Reeve, Yisa Liang, Eva Bangia, Alicia Wen, Sammi Liang, Eloise Qiu, Olivia Li, Sahana Siva, Ayla Sumantri, Amelia Stillone, Maya Srisathkurunathan SECOND ROW Camila Morcos, Sienna Dib, Sum Yeung Cheng, Chloe Huang, Audrey Truong, Ariana Paterson, Olivia Eddy, Mia Jin, Shantelle Nguyen, Isabel Archer, Faith Huynh, Qaylah Mohamed THIRD ROW Lara Byrnes, Amelia Lee, Alexandra Huynh, Olina Stephen, Jesselle Jiao, Erin McCrudden, Mikayla Brown, Averie Ling, Vaani Narang, Avni Narang, Charlotte Hing FOURTH ROW Elle Monteleone, Angelina Galilee, Alita Lloyd, Chloe Nunn, Aashani Chandramohan, Anaahat Kahlon, Zoe Fotoulis, Sadie Lucas, Charlotte Williams, Annaliese Bott ABSENT Kathy Zhang

FRONT ROW Madeleine Cassidy, Xinran Yang, April Surachanchai, Amelie Wolrige, Jilly Pidcock, Pieta McMillan, Georgie Roediger, Kate Forster, Cara Britton, Megan Ebel, Madison Snowden, Calista-Grace Savva, Sophie Hong, Maeve Thornton, Beth Pidcock, Jasmine Chib SECOND ROW Jocelyn Yao, Chelsea Keomanivong, Baolan Nguyen, Angelyn Xiang, Aleeya Sharma, Matilda Hardy, Charlotte Fabri, Delilah Abernethy, Alisha Ji-Lee, Zoe Taylor, Zining Jenny Chen, Asher Sivanesarajah, Scarlett O’Connell, Ariahna Giann, Jaya Mehta, Sophia Ronan, Penelope Moutos, Juliet Crozier THIRD ROW Elyssa Tai, Anna Yin, Evie Fergus, Minna Yates, Holly Skowno, Ainnie Hao, Katie Goldring, Elyse Vivash, Isla Pavlakos, Kushla McCaul, Ava McLean, Sanaya Nair, Chloe Nguyen, Ashley Lee, Anakha Nalliah, Niamh Canadas, Matilda Li, Shona Bevis FOURTH ROW Isabella Townsend, Bethany Haddad, Charlotte Sweeney, Lucy Martin, Sarah Carmody, Kristina Bitar, Han Nguyen, Tilly Ackland, Ruby Durant, Erin Clowes, Sanjana Iyengar, Nghi Nguyen, Madura Gaikaiwari, Gurnaaz Kahlon, Kyra Narang, Victoria Lacchia-Schmidt, Layla Abdelrahim FIFTH ROW Riya Chib, Sameera Khatri, Zara Paterson, Ciara Patterson, Ainslie McCallum, Talia Richards, Zihan Joanne Chen, Elly Yu, Lana McLean, Amreen Thind, Aiesha Sivaranjan, Sasha Juel-Smart, Tilly Bremberg, Erin Banyer, Lauren Carmody, Lily Clemens, Amaya Karunakaran SIXTH ROW Amelia Hodges, Anna Poortvliet, Ellie Girard, Sima Tebbutt, Sophie Winnall, Isabel Garner, Grace Farrow, Ava Brown, Haegan Sitou, Zoya Rezainia, Lucy Fickler, Stephanie Ivy Skilton, Sophia Antipas, Chloe Ho-Shon,Natalie Andrianakos, Lexie Bellew, Isabel Floro ABSENT Anneka Bigg, Edie Baker, Grace Williams, Michelle Ou

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CO-CURRICULAR DRAMA SPEECH AND DRAMA

FRONT ROW Ava Eshragi, Tina Nguyen, Evie Papamanuel, Umaiza Mahfuz, Elizabeth Goh, Jasmine Fordyce, Jaslina Duong, Seraphine McNamara, Phoebe Chee, Charlotte Priebbenow SECOND ROW L. Jinga, Leylim Ozer, Isabelle Millgate, Amreen Thind, Amelia Armstrong, Sophia Malas, Emma Sullivan, Sasha Murray, Tiana Robinson THIRD ROW Anna Obaid, Kaitlyn Hoang, Lily Rutherford, Isabel Garner, Imogen Luo Raju, Amelia Comley, Amelia Glastonbury, Tess Petschner, Zoe Gao FOURTH ROW Ella Baker, Emily Davis, Savannah Hazlewood, Lucy Dickson, Haegan Sitou, Imogen Langella, Grace Farrow

FRONT ROW Lavinia Luoyi Xu, Tasha Kirby, Olive Rose Simmons, Ella Rose Zraika, Amara Sivagurunathan, Charlotte Sweeney, Tasha Wong, Chelsea Keomanivong, Kelsey Pham, Amelie Wallace SECOND ROW Eloise Wong, Ava Meng, Josephine Doan, Janani Kanthathas, Audrey Sivyer, Ciara Patterson, Sophia Hu, Aurora Sharma, Arabella Kuo THIRD ROW Chloe Kypreos, Lily Grace Simmons, Sophia Ivannikova, Imogen Wong, Orianna Ellis, Isabella Townsend, Julia Zarlenga, Kristina Bitar FOURTH ROW Téa Costin, Anna Poortvliet, Ella Baker, Haegan Sitou, Anisha Sivagurunathan, Amelia Comley, Misha Behi, Erin Banyer

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SPORT CAPTAIN Our greatest victories in sport are not just measured by scores, but by the growth and relationships we gain along the way. The year 2024 has been a remarkable year here at MLC School filled with outstanding achievements and unparalleled camaraderie.

As a community we have thrived on the sports field, with both individuals and teams excelling in prestigious state and national competitions.

Each week, we celebrated these successes in our assemblies, recognising the dedication and hard work of our athletes.

It has been my privilege to work alongside the Director of Sport, Lisa Filby, whose tireless efforts behind the scenes have supported me in establishing a more prominent sporting culture here at MLC School. Throughout this year, we aimed to increase participation across all year groups, promoting the fostering of connections between students and a sense of unity amongst the School. This vision came to life through various sporting competitions, where teams celebrated each other’s victories and supported one another in defeat.

A highlight of the year was undoubtedly the MLC School Mini Olympics, which I could not have done without the unwavering support of our Head of House Coordinator Andrew Simos, and Spirit Captain

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Seraya Srikumar. Launching this entirely new competition was an incredible experience, from enthusiastic cheers to passionate competition, each game was filled with joy and camaraderie. This event spanned across most of Term 2; it not only connected students within year groups, but also bonded students across the entire School. Students of all ages had fun, tried their best and supported one another in their House teams.

I wish to acknowledge our 2024 Sport sub-captains whose commitment was instrumental in our success this year. These girls embraced their roles with passion and dedication, stepped outside their comfort zones when needed, whether it was to speak in assembly, refereeing games, or volunteering at the sports canteen on weekends. I know they will continue to blossom into great leaders on and off the field.

The sense of community and School spirit established this year at MLC School is palpable, and has been truly inspiring to witness.

I believe sport will always be a driving force that inspires personal growth, discipline, leadership and most importantly, the uniting of people. I am confident that MLC School will continue to embrace this spirit in the coming years, and I am looking forward to seeing our vibrant sporting community develop more.

Elizabeth Bieri Sport Captain

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DIRECTOR OF SPORT

LISA FILBY

The year 2024 has gone so quickly but we have achieved so much. Our unofficial motto was ‘Have a Crack’ because that is what one of our guest speakers told us to do in 2023 – and have a crack we did! We started off the year with IGSA Swimming and Diving, Tildesley Tennis and Head of the River, with MLC School students performing strongly in these competitions.

Our Representative Football Teams were strong competitors in both the CIS Cup and Bill Turner Trophy and our fencers won The Roberta Nutt Shield for the second year running.

This year alone, we have had:

We kicked off our Emerging Athlete Program to provide education sessions and support our athletes with balancing their sport and academic commitments. And of course, we cheered on our Olympic team with our female athletes leading the way. It was hard not to miss the large gender divide on the medal table, with female athletes winning 13 of the 18 gold medals. This in turn has given us so many female role models to look up to.

We hope that one day, this too may be some of our MLC School athletes who have gone on to improve sporting success. We very much look forward to seeing where their sporting journeys take them.

• 4 NSW All Schools Representatives

Thank you to all our students who participated in Sport this year, our coaches who have worked with them, and to their parents and carers who support them every step of the way.

• 7 Students who have achieved representation in alternate school sport pathways

We are proud of everything MLC School athletes have achieved and continue to achieve.

• 11 IPSHA Representatives • 20 IGSA Representatives • 15 CIS Representatives

• 1 Australian Representative In 2024 we were able to celebrate the fantastic contributions of women in sport.

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Our Captains attended the Sisters in Sport Conference and were able to listen to some impressive keynote speakers and connect with leaders from other schools.

Congratulations to you all!

Lisa Filby Director of Sport

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SPORTS AWARDS 2024 SPORTS AWARDS RECIPIENTS Our annual Sports Awards evening is a night that gives us an opportunity to acknowledge students who were committed to four terms of sport throughout the year; students who have been identified by coaches as having potential in their sports; service awards and our Australian representatives.

We were joined by Old Girl and Olympian, Keesja Gofers (2007) who shared stories of her experience in Water Polo and provided insight in what it takes to be an elite athlete.

In 2010, Keesja became a member of the Australian Stingers Water Polo squad and attended her first Olympic Games in Rio in 2016. Since then, she has competed at two more Games: the 2020 Tokyo Games and this year’s 2024 Paris Games, where the Stingers won the silver medal. An impressive achievement considering Keesja and her husband Scott welcomed their first child, daughter Teleri, just the year before.

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OUR AWARD RECIPIENTS – AFL Athlete of the Year Georgie Coxsedge (Year 8) – Athletics Junior Athlete of the Year Chloe Robic (Year 3) – Athletics Athlete of the Year Ruth Costello (Year 8) – Badminton Athlete of the Year Annabelle La (Year 12) – Basketball Athlete of the Year Bella Upcroft (Year 12) – Basketball Athlete of the Year Mariette Karam (Year 6) – Cricket Athlete of the Year Taara Kotibhaskar (Year 12) – Cross Country Junior Athlete of the Year Maggie Ma (Year 6)

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– Cross Country Athlete of the Year Ruth Costello (Year 8) – Diving Junior Athlete of the Year Harper Begnell (Year 2) – Diving Athlete of the Year Ada Savage (Year 8) – Fencing Athlete of the Year Elena Sun (Year 10) – Football Junior Athlete of the Year Zara Nicholias (Year 6) – Football Athlete of the Year Georgie Coxsedge (Year 8) – Golf Junior Athlete of the Year Lavinia Xu (Year 6) – Gymnastics Junior Athlete of the Year Kristy Che (Year 6) – Artistic Gymnastics Athlete of the Year Isla Saxena (Year 12) – Rhythmic Gymnastics Athlete of the Year Isabella Wang (2023) – Hockey Junior Athlete of the Year Alannah Ng (Year 6) – Hockey Athlete of the Year Georgie Coxsedge (Year 8) – Netball Junior Athlete of the Year Dora Cai (Year 6) – Netball Athlete of the Year Anisha Sivagurunathan (Year 10) – Rowing Athlete of the Year Sophie Winnall (Year 10) – Rugby League Athlete of the Year Milla Caine (Year 12) – Snow Sports Junior Athlete of the Year Marina Chen (Year 3) – Snow Sports Athlete of the Year Haegan Sitou (Year 10)

– Swimming Junior Athlete of the Year Dora Cai (Year 6)

– Athletics Emerging Talent Macy Bellew (Year 5)

– Swimming Athlete of the Year Iris Ji (Year 8)

– Tennis Emerging Talent Annika Bou (Year 5)

– Tennis Junior Athlete of the Year Maggie Ma (Year 6)

NICOLE HORTON – SPIRIT OF SPORT PINS

– Tennis Athlete of the Year Lana McLean (Year 11)

(All Year 7 students)

– Touch Football Athlete of the Year Eadie Scott (Year 9) – Volleyball Athlete of the Year Amelia McNamara (Year 11) – Water Polo Junior Athlete of the Year Ashley Clapham (Year 6) – Water Polo Athlete of the Year Eve Ireland (Year 10) – Senior Rhythmic Gymnastics Trio Senior Team of the Year Isabella Wang (2023) – Senior Rhythmic Gymnastics Trio Senior Team of the Year Misha Behi (Year 11) – Senior Rhythmic Gymnastics Trio Senior Team of the Year Lam Nguyen (Year 9) – Professor Joan Beck Award for Service to MLC Sport Moira Peach (Year 12) – Overall Junior Athlete of the Year Maggie Ma (Year 6)

Aditi Knowles Alex Price Amara Sivagurunathan Amelia Hodges Anastasia Countouris Ariahna Giann Audrey Lazar Audrey Sivyer Aurora Sharma Bonnie Li Caitlin Ward Camille Sheehan Ceyda Kuscu Chantel Huda Charlotte Fabri Charlotte Ji San Yiu Chloe Xu Ciara Ferguson Clementine Lonergan Connie Rawson Ella Rose Zraika Ellie Moran Emily Pattison Emma Grace Cardwell Emma Luu Erin Banyer Evangeline Black Evelyn Huynh Frances Xie

Gabriela Lim Georgina Maniscalco Giselle Tanios Grace Thai Imogen Bush Isabella Ritchie Janani Kanthathas Jasmine Chib Jaya Mehta Jiayu Zhuo Jocelyn Yao Juliet Crozier Kaitlyn Yang Lexie Bellew Lucinda Ho Lucy Oh Madeleine Dowd Matilda Hardy Michaela Kwaan Olivia Burke Olivia Pattison Raquel Gill Sienna Munoz Sophia Ronan Sophie Chuang Summer Nguyen Rosanna Tsoi Yasmine Allam Zara Stewart Zining Jenny Chen

– Overall Senior Athlete of the Year Georgie Coxsedge (Year 8) – Rhythmic Gymnastics Australian Representative Isabella Wang (2023) – Swimming Emerging Talent Ashley Clapham (Year 6)

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SPORTS CHAMPIONS JUNIOR SCHOOL SPORTS CHAMPIONS

ATHLETICS AGE CHAMPIONS 8 Years

SWIMMING AGE CHAMPIONS 8 Years

CROSS COUNTRY AGE CHAMPIONS 8 Years

Champion: Chloe Robic (Year 3)

Champion: Edith Savage (Year 3)

Champion: Aida Sidhom (Year 3)

Runner up: Aida Sidhom (Year 3)

Runner up: Ayla Sumantri (Year 3)

Runner up: Lujayn Zreika (Year 3)

9 Years

9 Years

9 Years

Champion: Calais Durie (Year 4)

Champion: Emi Liu (Year 3)

Champion: Emi Liu (Year 3)

Runner up: Alicia Wen (Year 3)

Runner up: Marina Chen (Year 3)

Runner up: Calais Durie (Year 4)

10 Years

10 Years

10 Years

Champion: Victoria Wai (Year 5)

Champion: Vanilla Chen (Year 4)

Champion: Audrey Henderson (Year 5)

Runner up: Tara Kljajevic (Year 4)

Runner up: Victoria Wai (Year 5)

Runner up: Caoimhe McAtamney (Year 5)

11 Years

11 Years

11 Years

Champion: Elana Chrun (Year 5)

Champion: Elana Chrun (Year 5)

Champion: Emma Cook (Year 5)

Runner up: Macy Bellew (Year 5)

Runner up: Emma Cook (Year 5)

Runner up: Macy Bellew (Year 5)

HOUSE CHAMPION Mooramoora

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SENIOR SCHOOL SPORTS CHAMPIONS

ATHLETICS AGE CHAMPIONS Year 6

SWIMMING AGE CHAMPIONS Year 6

CROSS COUNTRY AGE CHAMPIONS Year 6

Champion: Maggie Ma

Champion: Dora Cai

Champion: Maggie Ma

Runner up: Lilian Chen

Runner up: Zara Nicholias

Runner up: Zara Nicholias

Junior

Junior

Junior

Champion: Harlow Elsibai (Year 8)

Champion: Iris Ji (Year 8)

Champion: Ruth Costello (Year 8)

Runner up: Veronica Pan (Year 8)

Runner up: Isabel Floro (Year 8)

Runner up: Olivia Kalamvokis (Year 7)

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Champion: Eve Ireland (Year 10)

Champion (aeq): Madison Chantler (Year 9)

Champion: Harlow Elsibai (Year 8)

Runner up: Enid Boyd (Year 9)

Champion (aeq): Eve Ireland (Year 10)

Runner up: Xanthe Johnson (Year 8)

Senior

Senior

Senior

Champion: Macy Tanner-Black (Year 11)

Champion: Florence Jiang (Year 12)

Champion: Lana Goodall (Year 10)

Runner up: Alannah Exarhos (Year 12)

Runner up: Christine Jin (Year 11)

Runner up: Lucy Coxsedge (Year 11)

HOUSE CHAMPION Booralee

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SPORT REPORTS

AFL

ATHLETICS

During 2024, Season 6 MLC School AFL teams played in the Independent Girls’ School competitions in Term 1 with students competing from Year 7 to Year 12. All teams showed exceptional skills and teamwork in their respective divisions and creating many friendships throughout their year groups.

In August, our athletics team competed in the IGSA Track and Field Carnival for 2024. We had the opportunity to compete in Division 2 this year, and the girls proved why we deserved to be promoted from Division 3. The team showed unmatched support and spirit as each girl put their all into every event, and we had some outstanding achievements from many of our team members:

Every team showcased great skills, supreme teamwork and resilience demonstrating their devotion and determination even while facing formidable opponents. This led to our MLC School 1 team in Division 2 winning their Grand Final, which they achieved in the last moments of the game.

Alicia Eliades (Year 10) was awarded Best on Ground. MLC School 5 team in Year 7/ Year 8 Division 2 also won their Grand Final, despite the rain, which showed a great amount of resilience and skill. They stayed at the top of the ladder, granting them Gold. Georgia Coxsedge (Year 8) and Darcy Costello (Year 8) were both named Best on Ground.

These great achievements wouldn’t have happened without the fantastic coaches giving their time in the mornings and Saturdays to help each team reach their best. It has been a wonderful experience being AFL Captain this year. I hope each player continues AFL in and out of school and I wish next year’s teams the best of luck.

Yasmin Sayer 2024 AFL Captain

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• Macy Tanner-Black (Year 11): 2nd in division and 3rd overall for 200m and long jump • Lana McLean (Year 11): Division winner and 7th overall for long jump

• Tehya Sivanesarajah (Year 8): 2nd in division and 5th overall for long jump

Being the captain for this team has been an absolute privilege. Working with such a talented and enthusiastic group of girls has been a joy and I cannot wait to see what they have in store for the next few years. I would also like to thank Ms Lisa Filby and the Sports Department for their hard work and dedication to our team this year. Congratulations to all team members for 2024, you all worked incredibly hard to earn these fantastic results, so let’s aim for more next year!

• Harlow Elsibai (Year 8): Division winner and 2nd overall for high jump

Lana McLean 2024 Athletics Captain

• Olivia Kalamvokis (Year 7): 5th place in 1500 m • Chloe Cassimaty (Year 7): 2nd in division and 8th overall for 100m, 3rd in division and 9th overall for long jump

• Alaska Durie (Year 9): 2nd in division and 6th overall for shot put • Elysse Diep (Year 10): Division winner and 4th overall for 100m, division winner and 3th overall for 200m • Eve Ireland (Year 10): Division winner and 3rd overall for shot put, 2nd in division and 6th overall for javelin, 4th in division and 6th overall for discus

BASKETBALL

BADMINTON I am honoured to say that this year has been full of encouragement, bravery and teamwork. The friendships and bonds that have been built throughout this year has been heartwarming to witness and served as an incredible chance for students to get to know one another. In Term 1’s IGSA Competition, students showed their enthusiasm and trust in each other to work together as a team. Every training session aimed to identify and reflect on weaknesses for students to excel in their skills, and with the help of all the coaches I am pleased to say that every student had put in their best efforts to improve!

At the end of July, MLC School students were given the opportunity to participate in the NSW Interschools Badminton Tournament, giving them a chance to experience Badminton more competitively.

Although it may have been more difficult than anticipated, I am glad students were able to challenge themselves. In Term 3, students were able to participate in the Meriden Badminton Competition, using their early morning training to bond with their teammates and practice their skills. The dedication and passion that I have seen in every student is phenomenal and just proves how sport can make a strong community.

As Badminton Captain for 2024, I would like to thank all the coaches who have shown their support and encouragement to the program while helping every single student play their best in their games. It has been a pleasure to work with everyone and it has been an incredible year of growth. I am extremely proud and hope next year will be just as successful!

Annabelle La 2024 Badminton Captain

The 2024 Basketball season at MLC School has been an outstanding success, displaying athletic prowess, growth, and development.

In Term 2, our girls played in the IGSA Basketball Competition and the Santa Sabina Basketball Competition, where we showed our unwavering dedication to each other and the game. I am excited to say that we participated for the first time in the IGSA Term 3 Basketball Competition where three teams represented MLC School for another term. I would like to say a big thank you to Ms Rebecca Bimson and all our coaches, for their hard work supporting us on and off the court. Under their guidance our girls have displayed exceptional teamwork, strategy, and sportsmanship on the court.

Beyond the competitive nature, Basketball at MLC School fosters a sense of community, uniting all players, teachers and parents.

Every player’s involvement has been crucial to building this environment and making MLC School Basketball what it is today.

It has been a pleasure to be MLC School’s 2024 Basketball Captain and to watch every basketballer grow and improve remarkably.

I want to thank each of you for all your hard work this year. I cannot wait to hear about all your supreme efforts and teamwork next year and I am confident that in 2025 you all will continue to succeed.

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CROSS COUNTRY DIVING

FENCING

This Cross Country year at MLC School has been marked with both dedication and impressive achievements. Our athletes showed unparallel enthusiasm, dedication and team spirit throughout the season at the MLC School Carnival, IGSA at Frensham and CIS at the IGSA competition, the MLC School team excelled with special congratulations to Ruth Costello (Year 8) on her silver medal and to our 13 years team of Ruth Costello, Olivia Kalamvokis (Year 7) and Darcy Costello (Year 8) for winning the gold medal in the team’s event.

This year, supported by our stellar coaches, MLC Schools fencers have trained hard to produce outstanding results at competitions throughout the country. All fencers have shown great resilience and strength of character throughout the season, consistently showing up to work hard and encourage each other along the way.

We also had exceptional results at CIS with Ruth Costello winning the gold medal. The training sessions, and early mornings were often challenging. However, each athlete showed perseverance and support, which paid off with their outstanding achievements this season. All the MLC School Cross Country athletes had admirable School spirit and sportsmanship, creating a positive, encouraging atmosphere.

Hannah Banks 2024 Cross Country Captain

The MLC School Divers of 2024 have truly excelled, showing remarkable improvement in their skills and the strength of the team. At IGSA this year, six MLC School girls advanced to CIS, with two continuing to All Schools, and Ada Savage (Year 8) making it to School Nationals. This was also the inaugural year for the MLC School Competitive Diving Squad at the Diving NSW Competitions.

Misha Behi and Taliha Jeffery (Year 11), Ada Savage (Year 8) and Tamara Abdelrahim (Year 8), and Clementine Lonergan (Year 7) all competed in the Australian Age Nationals, with Ada further advancing to the Elite Australian Nationals.

The Juniors have also excelled in diving.

At IPSHA, six girls progressed to CIS, and two advanced to PSSA. Eloise Dastyari (Year 5) was placed in three events at the State Championships and competed at the Australian Age Nationals. I am incredibly proud of this group of girls. Their drive as a team is beyond admirable.

Megan Ebel 2024 Diving Captain

We were able to retain the Roberta Nutt Shield this year with the combined impressive results of all our competing fencers this year.

We also had podium finishes at the NSW School’s Championships in both team and individual events. Additionally, for the first time since 2019 we had MLC School fencers competing at a national level. After travelling to Melbourne and Canberra, MLC School managed to take out first and second in the Epee team’s competition, first and third in the Epee individuals, and sweep the podium in the foil individual event.

From younger fencers training hard, preparing to compete in future years, to our Epee programme flourishing in its second year, I am sure we will continue to see even more impressive results in future years. Our fencers have truly made me and MLC School proud this year. I hope they continue to work hard, love their sport and fence every competition at their best.

Moira Peach 2024 Fencing Captain

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FOOTBALL

GYMNASTICS

This year, MLC School Football has soared to new heights, with a record number of girls trying out and making Soccer one of the most popular and competitive sports at MLC School. Our senior team’s promotion to the First Division of the IGSA Competition for the first time in years and our participation in prestigious tournaments like the Bill Turner Cup and the CIS Cup are just a few highlights of our incredible season.

MLC School gymnasts had an outstanding year of success and achievements this year.

Competitive levels ranged from Level 1 through to Level 10 in Artistic Gymnastics and Level 1 through to Senior International Elite in Rhythmic. The MLC School Team competitions (IPSHA and IGSA) took place in Term 4 2023 and are competitions that the MLC School team strives to show our team spirit, encouraging each other to have fun and dare to be more.

In addition to these achievements, we continued to offer our strength program for football players, held one morning a week in the School Gym. This initiative provided our players with the opportunity to build their strength and conditioning, further enhancing their performance on the field. Thanks to the unwavering commitment of our footballers and the incredible support from our coaches, this has been an unforgettable year. Soccer at MLC School is bigger and better than ever, and we’re excited to see where the future takes us.

Olivia Chapman 2024 Football Captain

IPSHA is the school team competition for those turning 8 up to Year 6. The MLC School team comprised Artistic and Rhythmic athletes competing in Levels 1 to 7.

We had a fantastic day cheering each other on, trying our hardest and most importantly having fun. The MLC School IPSHA team achieved 8th overall.

IGSA is the equivalent school team competition for Year 7 to Year 12. This year Artistic Gymnastics competed up to Level 8 and Rhythmic gymnasts were represented through to Senior International elite level.

Once again, the day was full of cheering, laughing and lots of smiles as the focus of the MLC School team is to try hard and have fun! We had outstanding results for the MLC School Artistic team, being placed 5th overall and a fabulous result for the Rhythmic team to be placed 10th without a full entry.

In addition to the school team competitions, MLC School gymnasts have had a major year full of challenges and achievements specifically Isabella Wang’s (2023) selection to the Continental Olympic Qualification event ahead of The Olympics Paris 2024 (only 3 gymnasts from Australia were selected for the process). While she was not successful in securing a place for the Olympic Team, this achievement places her in the top three Rhythmic gymnasts from Australia.

Finally, the Gymnastics Captain for 2024 had success of her own through selection onto the NSW Representative Team for the Border Challenge Competition held in June.

Isla Saxena 2024 Gymnastics Captain

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HOCKEY In 2024, the MLC School girls demonstrated remarkable dedication and teamwork in Hockey by achieving outstanding results across various competitions. Their commitment to rigorous training, strategic gameplay, and unwavering support for each other led to a series of impressive victories.

This year, a multitude of Junior and Senior MLC School Hockey teams celebrated significant wins, a testament to the collective effort and synergy of each player.

The girls’ relentless drive and passion for the sport were evident in every match, as they seamlessly collaborated to out manoeuvre their opponents and secure their victories. Their success was not merely a result of individual talent but a cohesive unit working towards a common goal. This year’s achievements have not only brought pride to the School but have also inspired future generations of MLC School athletes to continue this legacy of excellence in Hockey. I am honoured to be a part of the MLC School Hockey community and cannot Azzurra Zappacosta 2024 Hockey Captain

NETBALL Netball soared to new heights in 2024, with remarkable achievements across all levels despite inclement weather challenges. This year, 23 MLC School teams competed in the Eastwood Ryde Netball Association (ERNA) Winter Competition. Every team demonstrated remarkable determination, commitment, and teamwork, making their efforts throughout the season highly commendable. Special congratulations to the teams who reached the grand final: MLC01, MLC03, MLC08, MLC10, MLC18, and MLC19 and to MLC01 and MLC08 for winning their divisional premierships!

Thank you to our volunteer umpires who continue to support our club. Umpiring is an essential part of sport and without them, games would not go ahead.

Numerous girls completed the Umpire Development Program (UDP), which added to the existing cohort of ERNA Badged, National C and B Badged Umpires.

The Representative Netball Program delivered incredible results this season. Our Junior Representative Team (Year 7-Year 9) competed and were placed fourth overall in the Year 9–Year 10 division of the NGS Super Schools Cup. Congratulations to the Open Senior Representative Team who excelled in the IGSA competition, finishing the season as undefeated premiers. An enthusiastic crowd supported the Senior team’s thrilling Grand Final.

Beyond the competition, our players enjoyed some memorable opportunities.

MLC School was invited to the NSW Swifts Season Launch, where I had the honour of presenting the player’s address to Swifts Captain, Maddy Proud.

MLC School has a strong netball history, promoting sportsmanship, commitment and collaboration. All players should be proud of their efforts throughout the 2024 season.

Riley Chantler 2024 Netball Captain

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ROWING The 2023–2024 MLC School Rowing season has been one of the most impressive yet.

With crews competing in the biggest regattas of the season including Head of the Yarra (Melbourne), Head of the River (NSW) and National Championships. It’s been an extraordinary season. The season started with MLC School entering two Eights into the Head of the Yarra, an 8km race from Melbourne CBD along the Yarra River.

Despite being the longest race the girls had rowed, the Year 10s claimed 1st position in

the Women’s Year 10 Eight. Only a month later we had six crews enter the where Sophie Winnall (Year 10) and Ash Denton (Year 10) came 5th in their Under 16 Double Scull. Four crews at the Head of the River (NSW) won places and stood on the podium, which is one of our best entries ever.

Overall, the 2023–2024 season has been filled with hard work, determination, early mornings and a lot of fun. The girls worked together to build a magnificent team that

supported each other both on and off the water. None of the success of the season would have been possible without our Head Coach Robert Glendening, whose unwavering support, dedication, and commitment truly makes the MLC School Rowing Program the best it can be. It has been a privilege to lead such an incredible team of strong, kind and impressive girls.

Sophia Grave 2024 Rowing Captain

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SNOW SPORTS

SWIMMING

This year for Snow Sports at MLC School, we have been fortunate enough to compete in the 2024 Sydney Regional Interschools Championships in the July school holidays.

With plenty of snow, wind and sunshine we competed in the events of Alpine, Skier X, Moguls, and Snowboarding with girls from Kindergarten to Year 12. All the teams and individuals have shown outstanding efforts this year, showing courage on the courses and producing great results. Off the slopes, we also enjoyed a team dinner in Thredbo where we were able to bond and meet the new members of the Snow Sports community.

As the 2024 Swimming Captain, I am thrilled and honoured to highlight our incredible journey this year. Our talented team of MLC School girls displayed unwavering dedication and sportsmanship but most importantly, had fun. At the annual MLC School Invitational Swimming Carnival, we secured an astounding win. This win was a true reflection of the hard work and effort the girls put into their training.

Despite the extreme weather on the last day of racing, many of our teams and individuals made it through to the NSW/ACT/QLD/ SA State Championships held in Perisher, where we took part in the same event with participants from across the states in the third week of August. In addition, so many of our junior skiers and snowboarders made it through to the National Championships this year! Even with the girls that did not make it into states I’m so immensely proud of their efforts in their races for giving it a go.

Thank you so much to Mrs Bickerstaff who has once again been a magnificent leader and organiser of this sport, and we seriously couldn’t have done it without you. I’m sad to be leaving this Snow Sports family that I have grown up with since Year 5, but I wish all the younger girls’ good luck for their future endeavours as members of the Snow Sports family.

Kate Morfoot 2024 Snow Sports Captain

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Once again, at the 2024 IGSA Swimming Championships, we kept our hard-earned spot in the Division 1 category, allowing us to race against the fastest schools in our area. Notable triumphs included Arya Benton (Year 8) achieving 3rd Place in 50m Backstroke, Iris Ji 2nd place in 50m Breaststroke, Florence Jiang (Year 12) 2nd Place in 100m Freestyle, Annaliese Yan (Year 11) 2nd Place in 50m Breaststroke where they then qualified for CIS Swimming.

There were many other girls who attained personal bests, which proved their determination.

Beyond medals, our camaraderie and enthusiasm shone brightly. Remarkable members of our swim team highlighted their progress in the finals, contributing significantly to our cumulative points. Their unwavering efforts pushed boundaries and resulted in the greatness we collectively achieved. A massive thank you to our dedicated coaches, Colman Wong and Andrew Aebi. Their constant encouragement and expertise were vital in leading the MLC School team to success. Saying I am proud of this year’s team would be an understatement. I cannot wait to see these girls soar to bigger, better things in the future.

Florence Jiang 2024 Swimming Captain

TILDESLEY TENNIS AND TENNIS This year MLC School Tennis has been full of incredible achievements and unwavering dedication to both the sport and the tightknit team. As always, the year began with IGSA in Term 4 2023 and Term 1 2024. Our teams ventured out across Sydney and even to Mittagong to play doubles and singles.

This season was filled with incredible results including premiership wins. Everyone who competed should be extremely proud of their achievements.

In March, the MLC School Representative Squad girls competed in the annual Tildesley Shield Tennis Competition at Pennant Hills Park. Along with intense and, at times, challenging matches the twoday tournament was filled with powerful cheering, endless support amongst teammates and some phenomenal results from both singles and doubles players.

In Term 2, girls continued to practice during the colder 7am morning trainings in preparation for the Inter-District season in Term 3. By the time Term 3 had rolled around the teams were ready to compete on Sundays against tennis clubs across Sydney.

I’m immensely proud of the team’s unwavering efforts this year and I wish everyone the best of luck with upcoming competitions. Thank you to everyone involved in making this year of tennis memorable.

Zara Constance 2024 Tennis Captain

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TOUCH FOOTBALL As the Captain of the Touch Football team, I am proud to reflect on the incredible 2024 season. This year has been a journey of growth, resilience and outstanding teamwork. Our dedication to the game and each other has led to many memorable moments on the field.

Finally, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to making this season a success, from the supporters in the stands to the families who cheered us on.

This season will be remembered for the hard work, unity and spirit that defined our teams.

Throughout the season, we faced numerous challenges, but our teams consistently displayed unwavering determination and a positive mindset. Every match was approached by the team with enthusiasm, and our commitment to giving 100% was evident in our performance.

Thank you all for being a part of this incredible journey.

One of the highlights of this season was witnessing the significant improvement in our teams’ skills, coordination and understanding of the game. Our players showed true sportsmanship and a passion for touch football that made each game special. The camaraderie within our teams was a driving force behind our successes, as we supported each other through every victory and setback.

Congratulations to the teams on their impressive results!

MLC 1 came 4th MLC 2 came 3rd MLC 3 came 7th MLC 4 came 1st MLC 5 came 3rd MLC 6 came 1st MLC 7 came 7th I would also like to express my deepest gratitude to our coaches. Their guidance, patience, and strategic insights were crucial in developing our abilities and a stronger team dynamic. Their dedication did not go unnoticed and we are incredibly thankful for their commitment.

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Matisse Liu 2024 Touch Football Captain

VOLLEYBALL Volleyball fosters teamwork, communication, and cooperation, where individuals are inspired to leap out of their comfort zones.

As the teams of 2023 to 2024 have trained together in dedication over many early mornings there has been a blossoming of many strong friendships. For students that participate in the Inter-school Santa Sabina Competition or the Inter-school Monte Competition, volleyball has played a key part in encouraging students’ growth in confidence and resilience. As a result, students learn to handle both victory and defeat whilst demonstrating great sportsmanship.

In 2023 we took a team of 10 hard working players ready to take on the challenges of the Australian Volleyball Schools Cup. Playing tirelessly and rigorously for an entire week, the players showed immense determination, resilience, and fire. In the coming year we hope to bring an even brighter light as we face even stronger teams to motivate this year’s team to play even harder and achieve even greater feats.

As the representative team of 2024 sets off on their journey at the end of year to the Australian Volleyball Schools Cup Competition in the Gold Coast, they are driven by a shared goal, their own passions and love for the sport as well as the support of coaches. Knowing this I believe they will achieve greatly and Dare to be More!

Isabella Liu 2024 Volleyball Captain

WATER POLO Water Polo at MLC School is more than just a sport; it’s a vibrant, close-knit community where girls come together to compete, drive each other forward, and share a deep passion for the game. The year 2024 has been remarkable for the MLC School Water Polo community, with our teams showing their progress in the Term 4 (2023) and Term 1 (2024) IGSA Competitions, along with the Term 3 (2024) Friday Night Water Polo Tournament hosted by MLC School.

From the Year 6 team to the senior firsts, every athlete has demonstrated excellence, constantly pushing their limits and honing new skills. Our MLC School Water Polo players have also shined in external competitions, proudly representing us at regional, state, and national championships.

The true strength of MLC School Water Polo lies in its supportive environment.

Seniors continually uplift the junior teams, offering guidance and encouragement, while younger players actively seek advice from their older counterparts.

This mutual support creates an incredible sense of camaraderie and growth. Each MLC School Water Polo player should take immense pride in their achievements and personal development throughout 2024.

Being the captain of such a wonderful group has been an honour, witnessing firsthand the dedication, growth, and supportive spirit that defines our community.

Kaylie Keogh 2024 Water Polo Captain

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SPORTS PARTICIPANTS REPRESENTATIVE FOOTBALL Abby Coxsedge Carina Savoca Genevieve Beattie Georgia Coxsedge Hannah Chessell Jaiden Sinozic Kaylie Keogh Lizzy Bieri Lucy Coxsedge Matilda Banfield Mira Kalra Olivia Chapman Polixeni Alicia Eliades Siena Jury Sienna Christodoulou REPRESENTATIVE VOLLEYBALL Anika Gupta Defne Isikli Ella Yunjia Ma Mile Zhang Olivia Charlize Sun-Ryan Summer Jade Le Amelia Eileen McNamara Isabella Liu Julia Ye-Lang Choi Maya Al-Soufi Tascha Camille Ireland Angelina Le Indiana Hodgkinson Nikhita Kumar Samantha Li ATHLETICS Aalea Pia Stephen Amelia Hope Amelia Mei Tchan Arielle Lucy McBrien Audrey Henderson Avery Dauphinee Ceyda Kuscu Charlotte Nguyen Chevonne Collins Chloe Cassimaty Elana Chrun Eloise Clara Minu Dastyari Elora Nadarajah Emily Pattison Erin Banyer Erin Nicola Banyer 194

Eve Charlotte Ireland Evelyn Li Harlow Elsibai Jasmin Srisathkurunathan Lana Eden McLean Lexie Bellew Lucy Martin Macy Anne Tanner-Black Macy Bellew Natasha Daneiris McGuire Natasha McGuire Noelle Yu-Lin Seeuwen Foo Sanjana Shriram Iyengar Siena Isobel Jury Stella Sivyer Tehya Sivanesarajah Tess Lucinda Wright Tess Wright Victoria Xuyi Wai Yasmine Allam Zara Lily Paterson REPRESENTATIVE NETBALL Amelia McNamara Anisha Sivagurunathan Ella Baker Imogen Johnstone Riley Olivia Chantler Xanthe Jane Johnson Alannah Exarhos Carla Nadjek Savannah Phengsavath HOCKEY Aaliya Salim Abby Coxsedge Abigail Kerr Abigail Pattison Aditi Kathryn Knowles Alannah Caitlin Ng Alice Boddam-Whetham Alice Daisy Baker Amelie Rose Cowling Anaahat Kaur Kahlon Anastazia Renate Samad Annaliese Evie Bott Ariahna Giann Ashika Sivarajah Ashlee Mia Hoang Ashley Ann Pagewood Azzurra Zappacosta Bariah Khaznadar Celeste Flynn

Charlotte Louise Latham Charlotte Rose Priebbenow Chloe I-Rajah Daisy Yezi Han Eadie Margaret Scott Eloise Martins do Vale Emily Elizabeth Hutchins Emily Hau Yee Wong Emily Taylor Ward Emily Van Der Westhuizen Emma Cook Evelyn Kerr Evie Papamanuel Fedra Nikolakopoulos Felicia Hannah Georgia Coxsedge Georgie Roediger Giuliana McCluskey-Voigt Hannah Bronwyn Ella Dastyari Hannah Grave Hannah Verity Girgis Harriet Rose Hatton Henriette Pitman Holly Moore Imogen Camille Walker Imogen Norma Bush Imogen Sutton Indigo Beatrix Hannah Isabel Rose Baudille Isabella Kristallis Isabelle Kerr Jasmine Philippa Fordyce Jessica Nunn Joanna Elpinki Williams Joanna Houllis Jocelyn Yao Joumana Reehman Joyce Yunuo Guan Kaitlyn Hoang Kyra Narang Lara Murray Liesl Wong Lila Grace O’Keeffe Lilah Randall Liliana Clair Hollands Lucy Coxsedge Madeleine Wong Maeve Judith Thornton Mara Nichols Margot Bell Marirose Victoria Giann Matisse Snaidero Mikayla Huijing Woon Milla Grace Papaluca Olivia Charlotte Walker

Olivia Eleanor Smith Olivia Gouganovski Olivia Pattison Remy Pereira Ruth Elizabeth Overton Serena Eunjin Ha Sienna McCormack Siya Chauhan Sophia Michelle Antipas Sophia Pavlovic Tabitha Anjali Anne Lloyd Tara Kuhan Tasha Rose Kirby Tina Guan Yasmine Kanagaratnam Yianna Fanos Yuxi Zhang Zahra Nora Yassine Zara Clare Nicholias Zoe Lila Marshall Zoe Sophia Brown BASKETBALL Aaliyah Sawan Abigail Pattison Adora Xu Aida Sidhom Aiesha Lakshmi Sivaranjan Aleeya Sharma Alice Baker Alice Grace van der Stel Allegra Rose Carlini Amanda Zhang Amara Sivagurunathan Amaya Karunakaran Amreen Kaur Thind Amritha Priya Ravichandra Amy Louise Fallick Anastasia Countouris Angelina Le Anisha Sivagurunathan Anna Isabel Overton Anna Maria Obaid Anouk Thorley Ariana Paterson Audrey Truong Ava Farah Ava Storey Averie Ling Bella Alexandra Upcroft Caitlin Eadie Caitlin O’Shea Camellia Yao Camila Morcos

Carla Di Leo Charlotte Hughes Charlotte Katherine Cleland Chelsea Yuan Chen Chloe Lu Chloe Nguyen Chloe-Marie Robic Ciara Patterson Colette Obaid Darcy Valentine Costello Delaney Wiedner Diar Kabaha Eleanor Ekaterina Longcroft Elizabeth Pidcock Elle Monteleone Eloise Charlotte Ward Emily Leung Emily Ward Emily Wong Emma Gormly Emma Kanaan Enid Boyd Erin Barrett Eva Jean Diessl Eve Hutchison Gabriela Lim Gauri Nathan Genevieve Nguyen Georgina Rowles Giovanna Lim Giselle Tanios Grace Madeleine Farrow Gigi Guan Haegan Mei Sitou Halle Kalinda Hiss Hannah Girgis Hannah Koh Hattie Russell Isabella Munoz Isla Hoi Ki Leung Jasmine Chib Jaya Mehta Jemima Zoud Jenaan Rajani Jessica Lim Joyce Guan Kate Jean Peadon Khushii Varma Kiara Assassa Kimberly Chou Krystal Pham Kyrani Countouris Lana Eden McLean Lavinia Liu Leela Das

Lexie Bellew Lily Clemens Lucia Barrington-Higgs Lucy Cui Lyla Ram Mabel Ida Sherwin Macy Bellew Madeleine Grace Girgis Madeleine Wong Madura Gaikaiwari Manaal Osmani Mariette Karam Matilda Huixin Bianca Li Maya Srisathkurunathan Megan Ouyang Minna Valerie Yates Nghi Nguyen Nia Richards Olivia Pattison Priyanka Thanigasalam Qaylah Mohamed Rima Xiaoshang Zhang Riya Chib Roma Nadubeedi Ruby Isabella Baker Saeed Dina Sahana Siva Samantha Li Sameera Aria Khatri Sarah Zhang Seraphima Tebbutt Seraya Srikumar Shantelle Nguyen Sienna Clark Sienna Dib Sienna Kang Sienna Nguyen Sofia Kljajevic Sofie Haremi Sophia Sefein Stella Wallace Summer Jade Le Tara Kuhan Veronica Pan Victoria Gerontakos Vivienne Woon Willow Mair Zara Pandher Zara Stewart Zoe Zlamal AFL Abby Coxsedge Alexis Morcos

Alice Grace van der Stel Allegra Bechini Amalia Carmela Labraga Amelia Eileen McNamara Amelia Roufas Amelie Rettig Angelina Le Angelina Xu Anika Gupta Annette Benn Celeste Flynn Charlotte Katherine Cleland Charlotte Louise Latham Chelsea Louise Sumich Darcy Valentine Costello Eadie Margaret Scott Edith Helen Hynes Eleanor Ekaterina Longcroft Elena Therese Tulloch Elizabeth Bieri Elizabeth Mary Hazlewood Ella Baker Ella Van Den Borne Eloise Martins do Vale Emma Grace Cardwell Erin Clowes Gabriella Zoe Matthews Gabrielle Kate Wilkie Georgia Coxsedge Georgia Mai O’Connor Georgie Lee Roediger Georgina Maniscalco Georgina Solly Gisela Margot Labraga Grace Annabelle Kuman Grace Madeleine Farrow Greta Sharp Halle Hiss Hannah Bronwyn Dastyari Hannah Chessell Hannah Mary Shortus Harriet Annie Scott Harriet Rose Hatton Hattie Russell Hemani Ramesh Holly Moore Ilia Morelli Indiana Hodgkinson Jenna Benn Joanna Houllis Katie Jane See Lam Nguyen Lila Grace O’Keeffe Lily Smith Linh Phuong Nguyen

Lucia Barrington-Higgs Lucy Coxsedge Lucy Dickson Lucy Fickler Luella Diana Farah Macy Tanner-Black Madeleine Grace Girgis Madison Hassiotis Madura Gaikaiwari Matilda Huixin Bianca Li Matisse Liu Maxine Mizuki Hawkins Mia Waterhouse Mikayla Huijing Woon Miriam Pullinger Nghi Nguyen Niamh Margaret Tulloch Noelle Yu-Lin Seeuwen Foo Olivia Chapman Olivia Susan Cassell Polixeni Alicia Eliades Priya Mohan Riya Singh Ruby Margot Mansergh Ruth Elaine Costello Safina McGuinness Scarlett Anh Innes Seraphima Tebbutt Sienna Clark Summer Jade Le Summer Shrestha Tea Costin Trinity Dieu Anh Nguyen Xanthe Jane Johnson Yasmin Sayer Yasmine Kanagaratnam TOUCH FOOTBALL Aalea Pia Stephen Abby Coxsedge Abigail Kerr Aditi Knowles Alexis Morcos Amalia Carmela Labraga Amelia Roufas Amelie Rettig Amelie Rose Cowling Anna Poortvliet Annette Benn April Surachanchai Asher Sivanesarajah Avery Dauphinee Baolan Nguyen Bridget Mary Cortis-Jones 195

SPORTS PARTICIPANTS Ceyda Kuscu Chantel Huda Charlotte Louise Latham Chloe Nunn Eadie Margaret Scott Elizabeth Goh Eloise Girard Emily Hau Yee Wong Erin Chen Erin Clowes Gabrielle Kate Wilkie Genevieve Nguyen Georgia Coxsedge Grace Annabelle Kuman Grace Claire Barnes Grace Winifred Likely Greta Alexandra Sharp Han Nguyen Hannah Bronwyn Ella Dastyari Hannah Chessell Hannah Verity Girgis Harlow Elsibai Harriet Annie Scott Harriet Rose Hatton Henriette Monica Pitman Imogen Sutton Isabelle Kerr Jasmin Srisathkurunathan jenna Benn Jessica Nunn Joanna Houllis Juliet Zein Katie Jane See Kiara Assassa Kiara Elghitany Krystal Karahontzitis Laura Baquero Arcila Laureen Leong Lauren Kate Carmody Lexie Bellew Lila Grace O’Keeffe Lily Smith Linh Phuong (Jenny) Nguyen Lucia Barrington-Higgs Lucia Cicinelli Lucy Coxsedge Macy Bellew Macy Tanner-Black Madeleine Dowd Matilda Hardy Matilda Huixin Bianca Li Maxine Mizuki Hawkins Mia Tsakos Mikayla Huijing Woon Miriam Pullinger 196

Nella Duncan Noelle Yu-Lin Seeuwen Foo Olivia Burke Olivia Susan Cassell Raphaella Athanasiou Remy Pereira Riya Singh Sabine Ayla Rezainia Scarlett O’Connell Siena Isobel Jury Sienna Pizzinga Sophia Antipas Summer Shrestha Tehya Sivanesarajah Vadeesha Kanagaratnam Victoria Xuyi Wai Vivienne Huixin Woon Xanthe Jane Johnson Yianna Fanos Zara Lily Paterson DIVING Aditi Kathryn Ambikapathy Knowles Alannah Chan Amelia Libdy Ava Lingxi Meng Beatrix Marriott Brittany Mok Calais Durie Caoimhe McAtamney Charlie Grace Janet Macdonald Charlotte Lim Clementine Lonergan Daisy Han Delilah Anne Hodgson-Fopp Elizabeth Feng Eloise Clara Minu Dastyari Emma Luu Erin Grace McCrudden Freyja Clifford Grace Liang Grace Luo Hannah Cate North Harper Begnell Isabel Archer Isabella Ritchie Ivy Xu Jiatong Yan Jillian Pidcock Jocelyn Yao Lana Hutchison Leah Mackenzie Maidment Lilian Chen Livia Li

Maeve Judith Thornton Megan Leigh Ebel Mia Waterhouse Olivia Claire Ebel Savannah Elise Robinson Syra Advani Tahlia Jeffery FENCING Amy Lee Ariahna Giann Aurora Sharma Ava Lingxi Meng Caydence Sumantri Connie Rawson Elena Sun Evangeline Diana Black Felicia Hannah Holly Eleanor Skowno Kathleen Chrun Leanne Minhanh Pham Leylim Ozer Lucy Oh Madeleine Grace Girgis May Quynh Thai Nguyen Moira Mary Arthur Peach Olivia Pattison Orianna Ellis Roma Nadubeedi Sienna Kang Sophia Ronan Sophie Yong Xin Hong Tess Petschner Tin Wing Cheylene Leung Yerina Kang FOOTBALL Adelaide Akers Aida Sidhom Aleyna Sibai Alice Boddam-Whetham Alice Daisy Baker Amanda Devon Zhang Amaya Clapham Amelie Rose Cowling Anastasia Savanna Countouris Annika Bou Anouk Sitara Thorley April Grace Cookson Avery Punitham Satchcroft Avianna Tanios Avni Narang Beatrix Marriott Caitlin Julia Eadie

Caitlin Mary O’Shea Camila Morcos Cecilia Shiwan Lau Celeste Flynn Chloe Cassimaty Chloe Nunn Chloe-Marie Robic Claudia Rowe Delilah Abernethy Eadie Margaret Scott Elle Monteleone Ellie Moran Eloise Sophia Wong Emily Hau Yee Wong Emma Cook Erin Chen Evie Papamanuel Francesca Hope Masters Francesca White Gemma Margaret Verden Genevieve Nguyen Georgia Sutton Giselle Tanios Grace Annabelle Kuman Grace Claire Barnes Haegan Sitou Hannah Bronwyn Ella Dastyari Hannah Verity Girgis Harriet Annie Scott Henriette Monica Pitman Holly Moore Imogen Wong Isabella Ritchie Isabelle Kerr Jaiden Sinozic Jasmin He-Jing Ganda Jessica Nunn Kayla Hoi Wei Leung Keyara Stojanovski Khushii Varma Kyrani Countouris Lara Murray Leah Mackenzie Maidment Lyla Ram Macy Anne Tanner-Black Macy Bellew Maddie Dowd Madeleine Wong Madeleine Wood Maggie Yuyuan Ma Mary Marshall Matilda Kathleen Shipard Matilda Taor Mia Waterhouse Mia Yao Reeve Mikayla Huijing Woon

Nayana Deepti Vanza Nella May Duncan Olina Rose Stephen Olivia Pattison Peita Nikolakopoulos Polixeni Alicia Eliades Raquel Gill Rhiti Bhatta Sabine Ayla Rezainia Sahana Anika Siva Scarlett O’Connell Shantelle Nguyen Sienna Rose Dib Sophia Michelle Antipas Sophie Dowd Soraya Dawn Lily O’Connell Stella Scott Tara Kljajevic Tia Spyropoulos Vaani Narang Vera Olivia Papaluca Victoria Lacchia-Schmidt Vivienne Huixin Woon Yianna Fanos Zara Clare Nicholias Zhiyan Wang Zoe Baker WATER POLO Aaliya Salim Abby Coxsedge Abigail Kerr Adelaide Elizabeth Akers Adora Chen Xu Alaska Rose Durie Alita Lloyd Amelie Rose Cowling Angelina Le Ashley Clapham Audrey Lazar Audrey Sivyer Averie Jane Ling Camellia Yuyou Yao Celeste Flynn Chloe Belle Miller Chloe Isabella Zheng Daisy Yezi Han Danielle Xu Dorothy Helen Trimble Eimear Farrell Eloise Girard Emily Anna Van Der Westhuizen Eve Charlotte Ireland Evelyn Kerr Georgia Coxsedge

Georgie Elizabeth Henning Hermione Campbell Imogen Rose Johnstone Indiana Elizabeth Hill Indigo Hannah Ines Elise Prince Jemima Hardy Joyce Guan Kaylie Keogh Kristina Bitar Layla Abdelrahim Lucy Coxsedge Luella Farah Madison Carys Chantler Marirose Giann Matilda Hardy Maxine Mizuki Hawkins Melisande Susan Pitman Michaela Rose Green Mikayla Brown Milla Grace Papaluca Mya Allan Niamh Canadas Olivia Claire Ebel Olivia Jane Burke Olivia Wang Piper Maroney Riley Olivia Chantler Rose Turner Ruby Lola Jayne Durant Sabine Ayla Rezainia Sibylla Coleman Sierra Jasmin Rowe Sophie Sl Ye Stephanie ElAtrache Summer Shrestha Tascha Camille Ireland Xanthe Jane Johnson Yianna Fanos Zara Clare Nicholias Zara Stewart Zaz Tiglao Zoe Pollard Zoe Sophia Brown TENNIS Aanya Thakkar Alisha Dhaliwal Allegra Chiang Alyssa Corbett Amy Li Anaahat Kahlon Andrea Yixuan Wang Angelina Xu Annika Bou

Arianna Xu Ashwini Kanesalingam Ava McLean Avery Punitham Satchcroft Avni Narang Camille Sheehan Carina SoYan Chu Carlyn Nie Chelsea Keomanivong Chelsey Gao Chiarah Nguyen Chloe Eugene Oh Chloe Isabella Zheng Chloe Xu Defne Isikli Eleanor Ekaterina Longcroft Elisha Brown Ella Rose Zraika Eloise Wong Elora Nadarajah Eri Takeshita Evelyn Huynh Faith Huynh Francesca White Genevieve Thai Georgia Delis Grace Thai Gurnaaz Kahlon Han Zhang Liu Hannah Cate North Hannah Olsson Harlow Elsibai Heather Yeon Hei Lam Tsang Imogen Wong Isabella Munoz Isla Hoi Ki Leung Ivana Dolenac Jenaan Rajani Jiayu Zhuo Jingxuan Zhong Jodhi Bou Josephine Doan Julia Ye-Lang Choi Katrina Athanasiou Kayla Hoi Wei Leung Khushii Varma Kyra Narang Lana Eden McLean Laura Chang Liesl Ling Yee Wong Lily Sugianto Lindsay Zeng Marina Chen Matilda Kathleen Shipard Maya Avery McBrien

Megan Kuit Mia Reeve Mikayla Brown Nina Hespe Olivia Eleanor Smith Olivia Wang On Ying Guo Ophelia Li Rayna Zhu Regina Ding Remy Pereira Riya Singh Sanaya Nair Sarina Kaur Nagra Selina Shan Serena Eunjin Ha Serena Farley Serena Yuchen Li Shiloh Gao Shuyao Zhang Sienna Munoz Skyla Chau Sophia Ivannikova Sophie Dowd Soraya Dawn Lily O’Connell Sua Kang Subin Kang Tiffany Zhi Eng Chong Trinity Dieu Anh Nguyen Vaani Narang Xinyi Pang Yan Hei Rosanna Tsoi Yang Yang Liu YanXi Chen Yasmine Allam Yasmine Ya Min Teoh Yerina Kang Yuanke Wang Zara Gaye Constance Zara Stewart Zihan Chen Zining Chen Zoe Bigg VOLLEYBALL Aanya Thakkar Ainnie Hao Alana Louise Mellare Anakha Lily Nalliah Audrey Buck Audrey Lazar Ava Grace Brown Caitlin Ward Charlotte Sweeney Chloe Ha Eun Song 197

SPORTS PARTICIPANTS Ciara Ferguson Clarice Chi Yin Yeung Elisa Li Emma Luu Emma Sugianto Georgia O’Connor Georgina Maniscalco Georgina Solly Hana Lee Hemani Ramesh Joanna Elpinki Williams Katherine Woo Lucinda Ho Lucy Fickler Lucy Martin Mia Waterhouse Milla Grace Papaluca Raquel Gill Ruth Elaine Costello Sienna Munoz Sophie Chuang Stephanie Keo Subin Kang Tascha Camille Ireland Victoria Lacchia-Schmidt Violet Annabella Le Weishan Jiang Xinran Yang Yasmine Ya Min Teoh Zoe Lila Marshall ACADEMY FOOTBALL Alex Price Ava Roins Carina Savoca Ceyda Kuscu Claudia Rowe Emily Wu Genevieve Beattie Georgia Coxsedge Joanna Houllis Juliet Zein Raphaella Athanasiou Ruby Baker Sienna Pizzinga Téa Costin BADMINTON Aahana Singh Aaliya Zhou Adora Xu Aleeza Asif Allura Zhou Anastazia Renate Samad 198

Angelina Chengzi Huang Angelina Zhang Anika Pabathi Anita Anusuya Mohanan Anna Rose Poortvliet Anna Yin Annabel Andrews Annabelle Yee Lum La Annaliese Yan Anvi Hegde Arisa Ginny Dela Cruz Ashlee Mia Hoang Ashley Pagewood Bella Nguyen Bonnie Li Bowen Li Caprice Huang Cara Ruo Lin Wu Carol Minhuan Wang Carreen Zhang Catherine Kong Cathy Nguyen Charlotte Lee Charlotte Rose Priebbenow Chelsea Yuan Chen Ching Huen Chiang Chloe Eugene Oh Chloe Lu Chloe Shubei Lin Claire Lee Claire Li Daisy Ying Tong Li Elizabeth Ngoc Giau Doan Ella Yunjia Ma Emily Tu Emma Sugianto Gabriela Lim Gabriela Lum Gauri Nathan Giovanna Lim Gigi Guan Hailey Truong Isabella Yunxuan Zhao Isla Hoi Ki Leung Janani Kanthathas Janice JingXuan Leong Jocelyn Su Joranai Demontiero Jossie Liu Joyce Mai Justine Mingzhi Zhang Kaitlyn Hoang Katelyn Lim Katherine Woo Kimaya Sethi Kimberley Pak Wing Chung

Kimberly Chou Krystal Pham Lana Sarah Goodall Laurelle Yim Lavinia Liu Leanne Minhanh Pham Lucy Minh Tu Vu Marni Sylvia Heavener Maya Al-Soufi Michaela Kwaan Nadia Chan Nha Vi Nguyen Olive Charlotte Green Olivia Pham Peiyan Gao Philippa Huang Gao Phuong Linh Pham Piya Kaur Ranmeng Yang Rebecca Ngoc Tram Ho-Bui Rhiti Bhatta Rima Xiaoshang Zhang Ruby Icin Tan Ruby Isabella Baker Sallia Nguyen Sarinna Cai Serena Eunjin Ha Sharon Laurens Shine Liang Shirley Feng Sienna Kang Sophia Bucci Sophie Chuang Stephanie Keo Tiana Jade Robinson Tim Ying Lai Tina Guan Umaiza Mahfuz Veronica Pan Victoria Isabel Marchese Yerina Kang Yinzhi Christy Luo Yolanda Deng Yunqi Ni Zahra Nora Yassine Zoe Sophia Brown NETBALL Aaliya Salim Aashani Chandramohan Abira Sanan Aida Sidhom Ainnie Hao Alana Mellare Alice van der Stel

Alita Lloyd Amara Sivagurunathan Amelia Armstrong Amelia Becker Amelia Comley Amelia Hodges Amelia Lee Amelia Roufas Amelia Winnall Amritha Ravichandra Amy Lyn Doan Anika Gupta Anikah Sanan Anisha Sivagurunathan Anna Obaid Anna Poortvliet Annabel Andrews Annabelle Ling Annaliese Yan Anneka Bigg Annika Bou April Cookson Ariana Paterson Asher Sivanesarajah Ashwini Kanesalingam Audrey Barnes Audrey Buck Audrey Liu Aurora Chau Averie Ling Avni Narang Bella Upcroft Bonnie Li Brianna Chiang Bridget Cortis-Jones Caitlin Ward Camellia Yao Camila Morcos Carina Chu Carla Nadjek Cayla Mellare Charlotte Fabri Charlotte Sweeney Charlotte Williams Chloe Ha Eun Song Chloe Miller Chloe Nunn Chloe-Marie Robic Ciara Ferguson Ciara Patterson Cleo Clark Colette Obaid Darcy Costello Delaney Wiedner Divya Sharma Dora Cai

Dorothy Trimble Eleanor McKeough Elisha Brown Eliza Kershaw MacDonald Elizabeth Bieri Elizabeth Goh Elizabeth Horvath Elizabeth Pidcock Ella Baker Elle Monteleone Ellie Girard Ellie Park Eloise Ward Eloise Woodhouse Emily Zhou Emma Sugianto Erin Clowes Erin McCrudden Eshani Dilipumakanth Eve Hutchison Eve Parker Evie Fergus Faith Huynh Freyja Gray Genevieve Livesey Genevieve Nguyen Georgia Sinclair Georgina Solly Grace Farrow Grace Likely Greta Sharp Halle Hiss Hannah Chessell Hannah Grave Hannah North Hannah Olsson Hannah Wang Hayley Trinh Hemani Ramesh Hermione Campbell Holly Skowno Imogen Johnstone Irene Chau Isabel Garner Isabella Dodd Shipsey Isabella Zhao Isabella Zhou Isla Young Janani Kanthathas Jasmin Srisathkurunathan Jaya Mehta Jemima Hardy

Jessica Lim Jingya Chen Jodhi Bou Josephine Doan Juliet Crozier Kate Peadon Katherine Woo Kira Ram Kirsten Tran Lavinia Xu Lila Zheng Lily Hatton Lily Smith Lily Sugianto Lindsay Zeng Lucinda Yu-Ching Ho Lucy Fickler Lucy Oh Luella Farah Madeleine Davison Madeleine Girgis Madison Chantler Madura Gaikaiwari Maggie Ma Marina Chen Matisse Liu Maya Gupta Maya Srisathkurunathan Meena Kanthathas Mia Licenblat Mia Rice Michaela Kwaan Minna Yates Mya Allan Nikhita Kumar Nina Hespe Noelle Foo Olivia Burke Olivia Cassell Olivia Eddy Olivia Pham Olivia Walker Phoebe Tang Piper Maroney Poppy Frederick Qaylah Mohamed Rebecca Ho-Bui Riley Chantler Riya Singh Rose Turner Ruby Tan Sabine Woodhouse

Sadie Lucas Safina McGuinness Sahana Siva Sally Obaid Savannah Phengsavath Scarlett Seabourne Shantelle Nguyen Sienna Clark Sienna Nguyen Sienna Zheng Sierra Rowe Sky Humphries Sophia Bucci Sophia Grave Sophia Ivannikova Sophia Ronan Sophie Chuang Sophie Ye Stella Vincent Stella Wallace Summer Shrestha Tara Kuhan Tika MacMaster Tillie Bishop Tilly Ackland Victoria Marchese Vishaalini Ravichandra Vivienne Woon Xanthe Johnson Xinran Yang Yolanda Deng Zara Cardoso Zara Paterson Zara Poortvliet Zaz Tiglao Zoe Baker Zoe Bigg Zoe Likely Zoe Zlamal

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FRONT ROW Gem McGuire, Calais Durie, Eloise Dastyari, Victoria Wai, Arielle McBrien, Audrey Henderson SECOND ROW Zara Nicholias, Charlotte Williams, Elana Lane Chrun, Macy Bellew, Maggie Ma

FRONT ROW Victoria Cassar, Sofie Haremi, Nina Bai, Calais Durie, Arielle McBrien, Emma Cook, Daisy Han, Charlotte Lim SECOND ROW Audrey Henderson, Zara Nicholias, Macy Bellew, Alice Boddam-Whetham, Charlotte Williams, Maggie Ma, Alannah Chan, Caoimhe McAtamney

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FRONT ROW Ayla Sumantri, Amaya Clapham, Marina Chen, Vanilla Chen, Audrey Henderson, Emma Cook, Edith Savage, Gem McGuire SECOND ROW Alannah Chan, Zara Nicholias, Jesselle Jiao, Emi Liu, Scarlet Akers, Emma Zhang, Ashley Clapham THIRD ROW Dora Cai, Olivia Wang, Clara Southwood, Elana Lane Chrun, Dora Weng, Rayna Zhu

FRONT ROW Harper Begnell, Daisy Han, Eloise Dastyari, Calais Durie, Charlotte Lim SECOND ROW Caoimhe McAtamney, Alannah Chan, Lilian Chen, Erin McCrudden, Savannah Robinson

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SCHOOL SPIRIT CAPTAIN W E GOT THE SPIRIT, Y ES W E DO! The year 2024 has been a truly unprecedented year, and the School spirit at MLC School has been supreme. The addition of the School Spirit Captain role to the leadership structure has had an incredibly positive impact on our community.

The atmosphere was electric, filled with excitement and celebration of our many achievements. It was a great privilege to spend my leadership year working alongside Mr Andrew Simos to build up the School spirit, unite our community and spark friendly competition between the Houses.

Our collective goal for the year was to find ways to nurture and grow the spirit at the School. We thought of new initiatives and events that would foster community, bring some fun and allow students to support one another.

The House Singing Competition (Christmas Edition) was one of the first initiatives we had planned. It allowed us to set the tone for the enthusiasm and effort we needed to see from everyone this year. The Singing Competition was followed by the Swimming Carnival Theme launched at Assembly,

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where each House and Vice-Captain highlighted their theme for the Carnival. This was a fantastic way to get the School excited about the Swimming Carnival – which was exceptional. Our themes were unmatched, and the Houses brought their passion and energy to every event.

In Term 2, Sports Captain Lizzy Bieri and I, along with Andrew Simos and Lisa Filby, organised the MLC School Mini Olympics to build excitement ahead of the upcoming 2024 Olympics. The competition saw each House compete in multiple games, with students from all years supporting and ensuring their Houses played to the best of their ability. The Mini Olympics Grand Final, held on the Sports fields, was a standout event with the entire School in attendance.

Everyone cheered, commentated, and enjoyed a fantastic half-time show by our very own MLC School gymnasts.

Additionally, throughout the year, I have been working with Ms Melissa Boyd to create a MLC School Mascot, which will be a signature component of the School, attending every MLC School event.

Elevating the School spirit this year would not have been possible without the 2024 House Captains who were a dedicated and invincible team of students. They brought energy and enthusiasm to their House teams, creating activities and opportunities for younger students to get involved, have fun, and demonstrate their House pride.

Being Spirit Captain has been an incredible opportunity. I have enjoyed putting my loud voice and energy to effective use, striving to elevate the spirit of the School.

One of the most infamous aspects of this year has been my speaker, who has been present at every event. As many people have said this year, you would never see Seraya without her speaker.’ The School Spirit is now unlike ever before, and with reference to our favourite chant, ‘We got the spirit, yes, we do, we got the spirit, how about you?’

Seraya Srikumar School Spirit Captain

ABBEYTHORPE SENIOR SCHOOL For Abbeythorpe, 2024 has been a year of growth, teamwork, and for the first time in years winning! This year, Abbeythorpe House members were rewarded for the remarkable effort and all-round success in every House competition. As a House, our collective skills and talents have stretched from athletic performance in the miniOlympics, to creativity in Illuminate and let us not forget our spectacular singing and dancing performance in the Christmas House Competition.

The year 2024 has undoubtedly been Abbeythorpe’s year. Our highlights include winning the mini-Olympics, which is a House competition held for the first time in honour of the Olympics, which involved the participation of talented Abbeythorpians in a wide range of sports. The grand final soccer game was extremely nerve-racking but also exciting as we ended up winning by one goal! It was truly an unforgettable moment for Abbeythorpe. Other highlights included Abbeythorpe’s spectacular performance at the Swimming Carnival with the theme, ‘Abbeythorpe Agents,’ where we displayed not only our superb costumes but also our competitive spirit and teamwork.

We loved reviving this old, forgotten House tradition and teaching the current and future generations a song that embodies the values of Abbeythorpe as a House. We hope all Abbeythorpians remember that, even when troubles lie ahead, we can never fail to forget the spirit and our strength.

Our goal for 2024 was to unite Abbeythorpe to achieve our full potential, highlighting a House full of talented and enthusiastic girls. Now having reached the end of our captaincy, we are proud to say we have achieved this! We will remember the year 2024 forever and we hope the success continues, as we pass the leadership of Abbeythorpe into the trusted hands of the 2025 House Captains.

Cleo Clark Abbeythorpe House Captain Hermione Campbell Abbeythorpe House Vice-Captain

However, our House’s outstanding performance extended beyond sport to art and design as we received 1st place for the 2024 Illuminate, for the ‘Curious You’ House Competition. Tasked with presenting a piece that captured Abbeythorpe House we excelled. We worked together to design, create, and construct an Abbeythorpe tree that embodied our spirit. As a House team, we connected with each other and collaborated during the extended process of construction. In addition to constructing the tree, we seized the opportunity to reconnect Abbeythorpe with its roots by reintroducing the Abbeythorpe House Song this year.

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BOORALEE JUNIOR SCHOOL This year the art group collaborated with the art captains in the Senior School to make a fun, thrilling and interactive Illuminate. The theme of Illuminate this year was ‘Curious Me.’ The Junior School made a Curious Tree to which everyone contributed. Illuminate is not only about art it also involved dance, music, and much more. The Portrait Prize and Seahorse Competition were also a big hit this year. The art group had excellent entries for both competitions. This year the whole art team helped pick the winning entries.

Qaylah Mohamed Booralee Art Captain The year was bursting with fun for the environment portfolio. At Stay and Play we organised a second-hand toy stall. We also did a Nude Food Day to raise awareness of excess packaging. Last, we did a Trashion Show, where one student – the House model, dressed up in clean rubbish. It truly was an exciting year! I loved being Booralee Environment Captain.

Peta Bianchi-Howden Booralee Environment Captain It was an honour to be the Booralee Library Captain for 2024. It was so much fun organising Book Week and the Stay and Play Book Fair with all my library peers and taking part in the skit for the book Bowerbird Blues for National Simultaneous Storytime. I also enjoyed working with Ms Seymour and helping in the library during lunchtimes.

Ariana Paterson Booralee Library Captain I loved being the Booralee Music Captain for 2024. I enjoyed organising the House Sing-off with my fellow Booralee captains, monitors and House Patron. I also liked working with Miss G and my fellow music captains and monitors so that the Junior School students could perform and share their musical talent at Piccolo Stele. I wish the 2025 music leaders’ good luck for next year and know they will continue supporting the strong musical tradition at MLC School.

Clara Southwood 210 Booralee Music Captain

This year was an incredible year! I learnt how to work in a team, how to include people and encourage everyone to do the right thing. Working with my fellow teammates made me realise that combining all our smart brains make a great and stronger idea. As Service Captain it is my job to make sure that everyone feels included. The highlight this year was the Booralee Assembly – we raised funds for a foundation called Jeans for Genes, and even our little friend Gem was part of this foundation. I really enjoyed my time working with the Borralee captains and especially my House Patron Mrs Wyatt.

It was a fun experience, and I learnt a lot during my time as the Booralee Service Captain for 2024.

Shantelle Nguyen Booralee Service Captain I was so appreciative of being a Booralee Captain for Year 5 and it has been a momentous year for us all. I loved this year’s Swimming Carnival and Sports Carnival, even though the Swimming Carnival was cancelled for non-competitive swimmers, we still enjoyed it and made the best of it. We are so lucky to have a magnificent School like MLC School and to be a part of our incredible community.

Victoria Wai Booralee Sports Captain This year, the Booralee students competed in the Cardboard Challenge and Science Week.

The scores for the Cardboard Challenge were Mooramoora in fourth place, Booralee in third, Leawarra in second and then Churunga coming first. Science Week was also a blast.

All Houses completed the Endangered Species Challenge.

Lily Sugianto Booralee Technology Captain

BOORALEE SENIOR SCHOOL As Booralee House Captains for 2024, we have had a remarkable journey filled with incredible achievements and invaluable lessons. Here’s a recap of the accomplishments and reflections on what we’ve learned throughout this year. We began the year on a high note, winning the Christmas Singing Competition. This victory not only showcased our House’s talent but also set the tone for a year of enthusiasm and collaboration within our wonderful House. Our House displayed their exceptional spirit and skills at the Swimming Carnival, winning both the spirit and points awards.

This achievement is a testament to our dedication, teamwork, and relentless passion as Booraleans.

Securing 2nd place in the mini-Olympics was another highlight. We were particularly encouraged by the girls in our House eagerly volunteering to participate in sports (even ones they were not confident in!).

The unwavering support and enthusiasm from the girls who showed up every week to cheer for Booralee were truly inspiring.

This also allowed us, as House leaders, to reflect on the importance of community spirit and the powerful impact of collective encouragement on team morale. We also put this collaboration to the test during the creation of our House artefact, another notable accomplishment. This artefact represented the spirit and passion of our House, not only through our creative abilities but also our capacity to work together, combining ideas and resources and using them toward a common goal. Our beautiful House Chapel service allowed us to reflect on ‘Uncontrollable Gratitude,’ reminding us to cherish the small blessings and appreciate the people and moments that enrich our lives in unexpected ways.

within our House has been remarkable.

The support we’ve received from everyone has been a driving force behind our achievements.

To conclude, this year has been a testament to the spirit, dedication and unity of Booralee. As House Captains, we are proud of what we’ve accomplished and grateful for the experiences and lessons we have learned. We also could not have accomplished anything without the support and passion of our magnificant Luminary and of course, our inspirational Head of House. We owe every thanks to them and our House. As our time as Booralee House Captains comes to an end, we hope to have made a lasting impact and inspire future students for years to come. Just as we have strived to carry the legacy of Booralee captains before us, we have no doubt that the future Booralee captains can uphold our traditions, inspire greatness in their peers, and lead with integrity and passion, fostering the magnificent spirit of our House.

Jaiden Sinozic Booralee House Captain Isabella Kristallis Booralee House Vice-Captain

Being House Captains has been an enriching experience. Our achievements this year underline the importance of teamwork.

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CHURUNGA JUNIOR SCHOOL The year 2024 held many exciting activities for Churunga. We went to Illuminate in the Senior School and viewed the artworks created by students across the entire School.

We planned Art workshop activities during lunchtimes, and everyone involved had lots of fun making artworks for the Chapel Service and for the Churunga Assembly.

Genevieve Nguyen Churunga Art Captain The Churunga Environment Captains organised the Trashion Show, where the models dressed up in plastic and clean trash.

Following that, we hosted a Nude Food Day, where we counted all the trash found in each lunchbox. Even though, Churunga didn’t win the ‘Trashion Show,’ we still tried our very best to win. The captains were all grateful for Churunga and our opportunities.

Annabella Xiang Churunga Environment Captain Churunga has shown great enthusiasm through their love for books! The Churunga Captains helped to host Book Week which was a favourite event!

Eve Hutchison Churunga Library Captain The Junior School Churunga Fundraising Initiative was for the Leukemia Foundation and the theme was ‘Crazy Hair Day.’ This was in honour of a previous MLC School student, Aisha Karunakaran who had Leukemia but sadly passed away. Many teachers dyed, cut or even shaved their head for this fundraiser, which included Mr Sandral, Mr Nolan and Mr Schofield. We teamed this fundraising activity with students bringing toys for unwell children at Westmead Hospital.

Poppy Frederick Churunga Service Captain

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Churunga has achieved incredible goals in Sport in 2024. To start the year with a bang, we won the Junior School Cross Country Carnival. We then did our Personal Best at the Athletics Carnival coming second.

Churunga also did very well at the Swimming Carnival. We learnt many important skills: mentoring younger students, valuing the achievements of others and not just our own.

Eloise Dastiyari Churunga Sports Captain In Technology, we planned and hosted Science Week and Puzzle Day. Each grade had a puzzle to solve and the House who solved it before the set time won House points. All the Houses won points. Lunchtime clubs were held every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday: Kindergarten LEGO Play, Minecraft Club, and Year 1–Year 2 LEGO Play. We supervise all clubs and handle the technical problems that might arise in Minecraft.

Hannah Girgis Churunga Technology Captain Churunga musicians have performed at their Personal Best this year. They participated with enthusiasm during the House Sing-off’ where we worked together as a team and at the illuminate Piccolo Stele concerts where each girl showed courage and growth in their performances. Churunga musicians performed at Chapel and in Assembly. We have worked and lived the MLC School values throughout the year and have Dared to be More.

Audrey Henderson Churunga Music Captain

CHURUNGA SENIOR SCHOOL In 2024, we embarked on a mission to foster a community of compassion, empathy, and fun. Thriving on understanding and enhancing each other’s unique strengths, we aimed to spread positivity in all our endeavors. Guided by these values, we worked enthusiastically together to create a harmonious and vibrant year filled with new activities. Our journey as House Captains began with the Christmas Dance competition. Churunga delivered a spectacular performance to a remix of All I Want For Christmas is You by Mariah Carey.

With the support of our Year 12 Churunga Luminary, it was inspiring to see the House unite enthusiastically. This event was a wonderful way to conclude the year and lead the girls into the summer holidays.

The new year commenced with our annual House Chapel, where ‘Empathy’ was chosen as our theme, and guided by our School Chaplains. Our dedicated Year 11s assisted in in structuring the service and preparations.

Donations were directed to our House charity, Save The Children. The Chapel pamphlet was beautifully illustrated by our Year 8s, inspired by the question, ‘What does empathy mean or look like to you?’

The service embodied the essence of our community spirit.

Our first and final Swimming Carnival as leaders of the House was themed ‘Golden Gru.’ Inspired by the Minions, the girls filled the stands with yellow and pride. The carnival showcased our House spirit through exciting relay races, Year 12 synchronised swimming, splash for a sash, and the enthusiastic participation of students in races

and cheering for their peers. In celebration of the Paris 2024 Olympics, MLC School introduced a new House competition, the MLC School mini-Olympics.

Throughout Term 2, Houses competed in Netball, Water Polo and Oz Tag. It was fantastic to see different year groups unite, forming teams that embodied the Churunga spirit.

For the 2024 Illuminate ‘Curious You’ House Challenge, we created a ‘wishing hive’ that vividly encapsulated our House’s spirit, values and qualities. The hive represented diversity, togetherness, and our House mascot, a bee. Bees with different colored stripes symbolized our diversity, and the hive itself signified our unity. Talented Year 8 artists designed the exterior, illustrating a house composed of many minds working together to achieve our best.

A special thank you goes to our Head of House, Dexter Martinez. Despite being new to the role, Mr Martinez has profoundly impacted the Churunga community with unwavering enthusiasm and dedication, helping us flourish as leaders. We also extend our gratitude to the Churunga luminaries for their unconditional support and to all the Churunga girls for allowing us to be blessed with the opportunity to guide them with the House spirit.

Sara Yaqub Churunga House Captain Madison Snowden Churunga House Vice-Captain

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LEAWARRA JUNIOR SCHOOL It was a pleasure to be Leawarra’s Art Captain for 2024. Throughout the year, I have taken part in so many exciting things!

I helped with the Leawarra Assembly and Chapel Service. I enjoyed running the Art club but also loved helping Leawarra House for the Reverend Bill Crews Foundation Christmas Appeal.

Mariella Tsolis Leawarra Art Captain This year I had the pleasure of being the Leawarra Environment Captain, and I am extremely proud of what our House has achieved in 2024. In Term1, the Environment portfolio worked with Senior School girls in Round Square. The program broadened my knowledge on courage, sustainability, communication, and teamwork skills. In Term 2 we organised the Trashion Show.

Where each House competed to win House points by bringing in recycled materials and making an outfit out of it. I loved being part of the Leawarra family this year – everyone has been so encouraging and supportive.

Matilda Taor Leawarra Environment Captain As the Leawarra Library Captain of 2024, I had so much fun organising activities for Book Week. I was most proud of the Leawarra Chapel Service and Assembly because I played and spoke in them. We had to give up our lunchtimes but, in the end, it was so worth it.

Kathy Zang Leawarra Library Captain

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I was immensely proud to be the Leawarra Music Captain of 2024. As a Music Captain I have taken part in events, such as the 2024 House Sing-off. Leawarra preformed the song Surface Pressure by Jessica Darrow, from the movie Encanto. Even though it was hard to put together, as few people knew the song beforehand, we were incredibly pleased and excited to hear that Leawarra came 2nd.

Victoria Cassar Leawarra Music Captain This year, as Leawarra Service Captain my key role was organising the Leawarra Chapel and Assembly with the help of the other Leawarra captains and our House Patron. I also worked with the other service captains on bringing Round Square to the Junior School. This year Leawarra House supported the Reverend Bill Crews Foundation Christmas Appeal. We held a ‘When I grow up day’ where we brought an item for the Christmas appeal and dressed up. The day was great fun, and we donated food, toiletries, or games for the appeal.

Arielle McBrien Leawarra Service Captain

It was an honour to be the 2024 Leawarra Sports Captain. My role was to support and encourage Leawarra to participate in sporting activities such as carnivals, Cross Country, and all the cheers which we proudly won. As Sport Captain it was my duty to create posters to support the House and make important announcements when needed. One of my most enjoyable moments as Sport Captain was cheering on my friend to win the race at the Kindergarten to Year 2 Sports Carnival.

Kyrani Countouris Leawarra Sports Captain I was so proud to be a Technology Captain in 2024. Especially when helping Leawarra family during the Science Week Challenge where we ran a STEM Escape Room Challenge. Seeing all the happy faces, as they solved problems was great. Other memorable times were attending lunchtime clubs. The monitors and captains took turns running the Monday Kindergarten LEGO Club, Wednesday Minecraft Club and Friday Year 1 and Year 2 LEGO Club. We were glad to be able to help students with any problems. Overall, it was a wonderful learning experience to represent Leawarra in engaging and fun activities.

Olivia Smith Leawarra Technology Captain

LEAWARRA SENIOR SCHOOL Our main objective for this year was to create an inclusive environment within the house, with cohesion throughout the year groups. We aimed to foster a sense of belonging and mutual respect, and it has been heartwarming to see this vision come to life through the actions and attitudes of every member. We have thoroughly enjoyed watching the house encourage each other, celebrating our shared successes.

This year, we have participated in several house-run events, such as the chapel service, Swimming Carnival, mini-Olympics, the Athletics Carnival, and many other collaborative events. Our successful results are a testament to the spirit and unity of Leawarra House. Our theme for the swimming carnival was 'Leawarra Linebackers,' and a highlight was the Year 12 synchro routine placing 1st. The joy and excitement of that moment will remain a cherished memory for all of us. The incredible results in the house can be marked by the dedication and commitment each girl demonstrates. Whether it was cheering each other on during competitions or working together behind the scenes, the unwavering support and effort of all members has been truly inspiring.

provides shelter for women experiencing domestic violence and other forms of abuse. This partnership has been incredibly rewarding, allowing us to give back to the community and support a cause that aligns with our values. Through fundraising efforts and awareness campaigns, we have been able to make a meaningful contribution to the lives of those in need. The collaboration has not only strengthened our house spirit but has also instilled a deeper sense of empathy and social responsibility among the girls. We are so grateful for the dedication of each of the girls, and Leawarra would not be the same without their enthusiasm and hard work.

memorable. We are also incredibly thankful for the unwavering support and guidance of our head of house, Joseph Pfeffer. His commitment to Leawarra House goes above and beyond, ensuring that every student feels valued and motivated. His dedication to organizing events, providing mentorship, and always being available for a chat has made a significant impact on our house. Without his tireless efforts and genuine care for each member, the achievements and experiences of Leawarra House would not have been possible.

The success of our house is a collective achievement, and every member has played a crucial role in making this year

Bella Upcroft Leawarra House Vice-Captain

Matisse Liu Leawarra House Captain

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Over the past year, Lester House has undergone a notable journey characterised by dedication, teamwork, and a steadfast commitment to progress. As House Captains, we take great pride in presenting a comprehensive overview of Lester House’s achievements, showcasing our outstanding efforts and innovative spirit in House competitions.

Building on the momentum from last year, Lester House remains dedicated to supporting The Smith Family charity, demonstrating our compassion and strong community. At our House Chapel, themed ‘Empathy: looking through someone else’s eyes,’ generous donations were collected, resulting in a significant amount raised to aid in the education of underprivileged Australian youth. This initiative not only underscored our sense of responsibility, but also exemplified Lester House’s core values of compassion and unity.

Our substantial progress as a House was clearly demonstrated during the Swimming Carnival, where we achieved third place.

The enthusiasm and dedication of our Lester community shone through in the costumes worn by both students and teachers, all in support of our theme, ‘Lil’ Lester.’ The Carnival not only showcased our House spirit but also highlighted the commitment of our members to organise a memorable and enjoyable event for all, fostering a strong sense of unity within our House.

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In honour of the 2024 Olympics, the MLC School mini-Olympics were held, which allowed students to compete in their favourite sports representing Lester. There were many Lester students that participated and despite not winning, it was certainly a worthwhile experience where students bonded between year groups. We can confidently say that it was one of Lester’s highlights for Term 2.

At MLC School’s biggest creative event of the year, Illuminate, all Houses were tasked with creating an artefact that encapsulates the defining spirit and values of their House.

After discussing several approaches with the Lester community, a team of over 20 students began assembling our object. Lester won second place in the competition! We would like to thank the Illuminate Committee for their hard work and dedication to the creation of this artefact.

Finally, we would like to thank our Head of House, Richard Burgess, for his devotion to Lester, as he was instrumental in supporting us in all our accomplishments. Mr Burgess, thank you for the energy you bring and your seemingly endless supply of chocolates.

Lester House will continue to excel under your leadership and the 2025 House Captains!

Isabelle Lin Lester House Captain Sofia Cvetkovski Lester House Vice-Captain

MOORAMOORA JUNIOR SCHOOL This year, the art monitors and captains have had memorable times such as organising Illuminate. We hosted Monday workshops that had numerous fun activities. Being the Mooramoora Art Captain was such fun and although there were challenges, the art team made it through the year with delightful experiences.

Alannah Chan Mooramoora Art Captain The Environmental Portfolio planned and executed ideas for the 2024 MLC School community. The MLC School Show challenge highlighted each House’s creativity to craft outfits from recyclable trash, and to our delight, Mooramoora was crowned champion. In addition, selling donated toys to raise funds for the Junior School play equipments during Stay and Play was a blast!

This year in Mooramoora, the highlight as Service Captain was the House Chapel.

We focused on supporting Project Help India, a charity helping underprivileged people in India. Thanks to the funds raised during Colour Day, we were able to assist many families and children in need. It was a genuinely exciting and meaningful experience.

Lara Byrnes Mooramoora Service Captain It’s been a busy year for the Sports Captains and Monitors. We organised the Cross Country, Swimming and Athletics Carnivals.

We worked extremely hard to make every lunchtime fun on the sports field and always showed incredible House spirit. I’m very proud that Mooramoora once again showed great determination to win the Athletics Carnival.

Elana Chrun Mooramoora Environment Captain

Macy Bellew Mooramoora Sports Captain

During my time as Library Captain, I had a unique opportunity to work with the Library team, and organise events such as Book Week, National Simultaneous Storytime, and many others. My experience was different from past Library Captains as there was a change in Librarians in the Junior School.

Ms Seymour was an inspiring person to work with.

During National Science Week the technology team held a challenge. Each House had to put together a code and solve the riddle with a theme relating to ‘Species survival: more than just sustainability.’ It was incredible working together in exciting challenges for our House. Throughout the year we held activities like LEGO Club that engaged all students.

Irene Chau Mooramoora Library Captain

Remy Pereira Mooramoora Technology Captain

The Music portfolio has had a wonderful year. We all enjoyed hosting Piccolo Stele concerts at lunchtime. The highlight of the year was the Sing-off, and I am so proud of everyone. We worked super hard to achieve our goal. Our determination paid off, because Mooramoora walked away with first place!

Maya Haysom-McDowell Mooramoora Music Captain

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MOORAMOORA SENIOR SCHOOL In 2024, Mooramoora’s mission was to cultivate a vibrant community thriving on growth, camaraderie, and House spirit.

Reflecting on the year, we can proudly confirm that Mooramoora has grown, laughed, had fun, and shared lots of food together! As a House, we persevered through competitions with teamwork, and always aimed for the best outcome. While winning wasn’t always guaranteed, we prioritised working together and having fun in the process. Our House Chapel Service continued our support for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation. As House Captains, we are incredibly proud of the commitment, strength, and House spirit displayed by Mooramoora. From messy slime making to chocolate cake eating, this year we experienced unique ideas which we fully embraced.

We kicked off the year with our first-ever Inter-house dancing competition. The girls demonstrated exceptional dedication by learning a new dance in just one day. We dressed up Mr Wayne Symes as Santa Claus, wrapped Year 11s in gift paper, plus learning new dance moves.

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We made history by being placed second overall – a rare and exciting achievement!

Mooramoora’s participation this year was outstanding, especially at the Swimming Carnival. Themed ‘Mooramoora Moana,’ the girls put tremendous effort into their outfits with leis, and other accessories, together with House spirit, making us stand out in the pool. We saw remarkable achievements from every participant, including our Head of House diving in the Year 12 synchronised swimming.

The year 2024 Illuminate was inspired by ‘The Garden of Time,’ echoing the latest Met Gala trends. We created a fashion runway video with every member of Mooramoora (including our mascot) playing a vital role, from painting images onto white cloth to designing runway fashion looks. To conclude a busy term, we enjoyed the House miniOlympics where students participated in many different sports.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to our Head of House, Mr Chris Highman who supported Mooramoora. Your guidance

and commitment has been instrumental in fostering the spirit and success of our House.

We are also grateful for the dedicated teachers who displayed unwavering support. To the Mooramoora students, thank you for your incredible participation and enthusiasm. Your creativity, dedication, and hard work have made this year truly memorable. Whether you were dancing, eating, swimming, creating art, or competing in sports, your contributions have been invaluable. Together, we have built a more united Mooramoora, and we are fully trusting in the next House Captains to continue the love of the Mooramoora community!

Danielle Dib Mooramoora House Captain Bariah Khaznadar Mooramoora House Vice-Captain

PRESCOTT SENIOR SCHOOL Over the past year, Prescott House has experienced remarkable growth, success, and accomplishment. We stand proud of the achievements both individual and collective that our eager students made in all areas.

Prescottians have consistently shown their willingness to try new things and that has put our well-rounded, eager students at the forefront of every challenge or new project we have faced. In Prescott we encourage individuals to embrace bravery, resilience, and the spirit of adventure. We have competed in events ranging from sporting carnivals to artistic creations and everything in between.

Our first major event as a House was the 2024 Swimming Carnival. There were outstanding individual feats in the pool but most importantly, we had record levels of participation. The true spirit of the House was evident on the pool deck where we stood together and cheered ourselves hoarse. Girls demonstrated similar tenacity and skills in the House mini-Olympics, as our Prescott girls competed against the other Houses in a wide variety of sports. Each week a different group of girls stepped up to perform for the House on the big stage.

There were girls who had never played some sports before but that never dulled their enthusiasm or the volume of those cheering on the sidelines.

To support our House charity, Seeing Eye Dogs Australia, the Prescott girls organised an impressive lunchtime pageant that raised hundreds of dollars. For the first time, the pageant featured a range of Year 12 students and their dogs, as well as our teachers.

The combined efforts of the Prescott girls and staff resulted in an extraordinarily successful fundraiser and an enjoyable day for everyone involved.

The illuminate challenge called upon the inventive minds of our students. For this competition we had to craft an engaging and meaningful artefact that encapsulated the spirit, values, and qualities of our House community. We created this artefact which displayed our unique makeup, our shared unity and values that characterise us as a House. As individuals we have different strengths, but collectively, they shape us and help us soar to new heights.

Most importantly we would like to thank Mr Wijanto on behalf of all Prescottians, his dedication and passion has not gone unnoticed. In addition, we would like to thank all our luminaries for the support you have provided to our Prescott girls especially our Year 12 Luminary, Ms Jinga.

We look forward to the upcoming Athletics Carnival and House Debating Challenge as an excellent way to round out the year.

In Prescott we embrace our individuality through bravery, resilience and putting ourselves out there, regardless of who is watching. We aim to form a strong and cohesive group who work with and work for each other through setbacks and achievements. Our variety of strengths characterises us as a House and amplifies our pride in what we do.

Taara Koitbhaskar Prescott House Captain Ivana Dolenac Prescott House Vice-Captain

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SUTTON SENIOR SCHOOL The Sutton House has always been an open and safe community that has allowed every girl to grow and excel, with this year being no exception. Granted, 2024 brought on new challenges, the girls without a doubt, have faced each one with immense courage, respect and most importantly, a smile. As House Captains, we will forever be proud and in awe of the incredible young women Sutton girls are. Like the years before us, we started 2024 off with a bang at the Swimming Carnival, with our theme being ‘Sutton Sharpay’. It was beyond our imagination seeing the girls rock hot pink in their 2000s era costumes in support of their teammates racing down the pool.

Accompanied with the creative synchronised swimming routine by Year 12s and the iconic dive bomb performed by the one and only Year 12 Luminary, Mr Morrissey, It is safe to say the Swimming Carnival was a roaring success.

Thank you to all girls who participated and special congratulations to the Junior MVP Alice Boddam-Whetham (Year 6) and Senior MVP Misha Behi (Year 11) for their outstanding efforts.

Our goal this year was to continue strengthening the important bond within the Sutton community, not only within Luminaries but across all year groups.

With the successful introduction of vertical Luminary groups, the girls were able to collaborate and confide in others who could provide fresh perspectives and experienced advice. With 2024 being an Olympic year, MLC School also held their first ever House mini-Olympics challenge in Term 2. Sutton demonstrated our wide skills with girls displaying their talents in a variety of sports and of course brilliant sportsmanship. This gave the House another opportunity to continue fostering connections between different year groups.

Florence Jiang Sutton House Captain

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MLC School illuminate rates an honourable mention. The theme this year was ‘Curious You,’ with the challenge to create an artefact that represented the House. The girls creatively brainstormed and collaborated to devise a sculpture that encapsulated the values we stood for as a community. There are simply not enough words to describe the pride and honour we feel to have been able to represent such a wonderful group of girls this year. Nothing would have been possible without the courage, dedication and bright spirits of the students and staff in Sutton house. Thank you, Sutton, for a magnificent year and we cannot wait to see everyone thrive in the future.

Sophia Sefein Sutton House Vice-Captain

WADE SENIOR SCHOOL The year 2024 has been an incredibly successful year for the House of Wade.

The Wade community has been able to succeed in House competitions as well as grow in collaboration and participation. As House Captains, the immense success has brought the community closer together. We are immensely proud of the efforts of each Wadie and the dedication that has been shown each year. We never cease to be in awe of the girls and are extremely grateful to lead such an incredible House in the year 2024.

This year was the year of Taylor Swift and we were able to start the year off with a super successful Swimming Carnival where our theme was ‘Turquoise Taylor Swift’.

Year 12s performed their version of the Eras Tour, and with dedication and House spirit we were able to bring home second place.

The cheers of Shake it Off (Wade’s version) and synchronised routines showcased not only our enthusiasm but also our ability to work as a cohesive unit, while fostering a strong sense of community and determination.

Maintaining these significant accomplishments, Wade House continued to thrive in various domains. This year MLC School held the first ever mini-Olympics.

Wade showed incredible determination and was able to make it to the semi-finals with ease. This gave the House an brilliant opportunity to foster new connections with girls from a range of different years. The girls of Wade showed up and gave it their all.

A huge congratulations to our Junior MVP Darcy Costello (Year 8) and our Senior MVP Amelia McNamara (Year 11) and to all the girls who participated.

MLC School lluminate was also a raging success for Wade, coming fourth overall with our House artifact. The theme this year was ‘Curious You’ and the House was set a challenge to create an artifact representing the House overall. We assembled a team of talented Wadies, from each year and were able to execute an artifact that represented who we are as a community. We praise the girls for their hard effort and work as this year has shown us how far our determination can take us. This year has been a journey for us that will truly stay for us forever. To the rest of Wade House, we would like to express our gratitude to every member for contributing to the incredible year we’ve had. You all never fail to make House time enjoyable and never fail to make us proud during House competitions.

Last, we would like to thank Kellie Cogin for her dedication, determination and constant guidance. Without her, we truly believe none of this could have been possible. From buying glitter for the Swimming Carnival to bringing chocolates every House time for the girls, her hard work and efforts never went unnoticed and we are very grateful to have had the opportunity to work alongside her.

Thank you Wade House for an incredible year!

Sienna McCormack Wade House Captain Kirsten Tran Wade House Vice-Captain

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WHITLEY SENIOR SCHOOL The year 2024 has been a landmark year for Whitley House, highlighting camaraderie and spirit. As the captains of Whitley, we are proud to share our achievements. The Whitley efforts at Swimming Carnvial stood out, where our ‘Maroon Medics’ brought excitement and cheer, boosting team morale.

Our dedicated efforts saw Whitley dominate the pool events, achieving top positions and earning accolades for participation and spirit.

This success is a testament to the hard work and unity within our House.

We embaced the theme of ‘Unity is Strength’, inspired by the impact of the past few years, through out charity Uniting Care. We made meaningful connections with elderly people in nursing homes, by enhancing their lives with the purchase of Ipads for communication. Our service to the community extends beyond the School, reinforcing our commitment to making a positive impact.

This year, Whitley also eagerly participated in the new House challenges, showcasing their tlents and spirits in a variety of events.

The House Sing-off is one of the highlights, with Whitley house students uniting their voices to deliver a captivating performace that celebrated both new beginnings and creativity. Additionally, the mini-Olympics displayed great strength and athletic prowess

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as students competed in various sports and games. Finally, the Athletics Carnival showed commitment and dedication across the house. Whitley House put on an impressive performance, showcasing both skill and team spirit. The girls participated enthusiastically in various events from sprints and relays, to high jump and shotput, earning points and cheering each other on. Whitley House’s vibrant presence and competitive edge contributed to the exciting atmosphere of the carnival, highlight the House’s strong community bond and athletic talent.

A heartful thanks to our inspirational Head of House, Ms Georgina Brewer, your support throughout the year to engage students and your unwavering dedication to Whitley has truly made a postiive impact on the House community. We sincerely appreciate all your hard work and passion you bring to every challenge and event. To the magnificent Year 12 Whitley Luminary of 2024, your support and efforts for the House inspires us to strive for greatness and foster a sense of community.

Joyce Mai Whitley House Captain Azzurra Zappacosta Whitley House Vice-Captain

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FRONT ROW Ashley Giang, Annabelle Char, Airlie Chen, Amber Li, Imogeon Chung-Tan, Esther Sim, Carlissa Ma, Valeria Lin, Sharaya Ratnakumar, Catherine Zoghbi, Charlotte Ho, Kathleen Meng, Coco Du, Kaitlyn Lee, Audrey Stillone SECOND ROW Zoe Zheng, Olivia Huang, Emily Obaid, Ella Eggers, Loretta Thamin, Audrey Liu, Joy Ziyuan Yao, Joy Chen, Victoria Bongiorno, Claire Wu, Amelia Stillone, Aisha Ashour, Yaya Chen, Charlotte McKenzie, Bella Zhu, Abbeygayle Jin, Katherine Huynh, Alexis Choo THIRD ROW Mia Yao Reeve, Alyssa Trinh, Harper Begnell, Elizabeth Feng, Syra Advani, Avianna Tanios, Kira Ram,Riven Jay, Sienna Nguyen, Amanda Zhang, Lily Marnane, Isabel Zoghbi, Lakshmi Bedadam, Selina Lo, Mialina Angell, Ellyson Chung-Tan FOURTH ROW Ms A. Otton, Mrs K. Aghion, Ms S. Clark, Ms J. Sharpe, Lauren Eggers, Lujayn Zreika, Eshani Dilipumakanth, Grace Ingram, Vivienne Woon, Sarah Lin, Lynn Suwanjarat, Anushkaa Thadani, Jessy Nunn, Angela Ge, Colette Myssy, Erin Chen, Caitlin Eadie, Colette Obaid, Aimee Li, Ms F. Young, Ms S. Seymour, Mrs M. Wyatt, Mrs V. Bradshaw FIFTH ROW Alexandra Southwood, Amelia Ko, Qaylah Mohamed, Emily Nie, Olivia Wang, Victoria Wai, Tori McNamara, Ariana Paterson, Audrey Truong, Catherine Coorey, Niamh Gorman, Shantelle Nguyen, Inneke Nielsen SIXTH ROW Elizabeth Horvath, Audrey Barnes, Lyla Ram, Mia Li, Genevieve Livesey, Annabelle Zhou, Clara Southwood, Lily Sugianto, Peta Bianchi-Howden, Scarlet Akers, Ines Vieira, Camellia Yao

FRONT ROW Mia Chen, Nora Wijesinghe, Veronica Ao, Camilla Hutchison, Alexia Su, Yuyi Chen, Kayla Li, Kiva Krishnan-Laforgia, Clara Zhu, Gwyn Sumantri, Nicole Peng, Noelle Liu, Verthandi Liu, Amelia Shi, Charlotte Wong, Airley Li, Alaiya Baroudi SECOND ROW Reily Phanngam, Cherry Ren, Elsie Chen, Lavinia Yeh, Annabel Han, Ruby Zhao, Hayley Lam, Livia Li, Juliette Ho, Olivia Wen, Lauren Moussa, Xintong Guan, Lillian Ma, Caitlyn Law, Sofia El Charkaoui, Alina Choy, Maya Srisathkurunathan, Opera Park, Christina Shi THIRD ROW Agatha Guo, Yinuo Lyu, Rachel Rodrigues, Ellie Park, Ayla Sumantri, Marina Chen, Myer Boulton, Delaney Wiedner, Chloe Robic, Peili Doris Mai, Maggie Xu, Annabella Xiang, Sahana Siva, Cressida Marriott, Yvonne Henderson, Annabelle Ling, Amelia Xiaohan Huang, Alana Jin, Sophie Wang FOURTH ROW Ms S. Blanche, Ms K. Tran, Ms B. Weston, Peixin Chloe Mai, Poppy Frederick, Sum Yeung Cheng, Emma Cook, Calais Durie, Genevieve Nguyen, Alicia Wang, Alice Zhou, Isabelle Ng, Vanilla Chen, Chloe Huang, Jazelle Sayed, Tara Kuhan, Lexie Lovett, Ms S. Anderson, Ms K. Pather, Ms V. Vitale FIFTH ROW Eloise Qiu, Sabine Wood, Eloise Dastyari, Audrey Henderson, April Adams, Vaani Narang, Averie Ling, Avni Narang, Amelia Lee, Katherine Zhai, Caitlyn Rodrigues, Henrietta Britton, Miranda Ho SIXTH ROW Michelle Wang, Hannah Girgis, Victoria Nguyen, Eve Hutchison, Sienna Khouzame, Francesca White, Sarah Tian, Jaiyanna Sayed, Emi Liu, Miao Liu, Asher Nevill, Tara Siddharth

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FRONT ROW Nina Hutchison, Carina Cheung, Nini Luo, Charlize Wong, Dorothy Li, Eva Ali Ahmed, Emma Alam, Jocelyn Hu, Avery Wu, Muskan Thapa SECOND ROW Elizabeth Lim, Yasmine Maswasskhel, Elyse Ma, Serene Wong, Simone Sidhom, Victoria Lim, Maya Ganda, Vicki Nikolakopoulos, Isabel Selim, Caitlyn Wong, Tianna Sui, Chloe Nguyen, Avery Lan, Zoe Huang, Amelia Lim, Alice Lin, Leah Gao, Julia Singh, Petrice Cassar, Isabella Bai THIRD ROW Lara Zhuge, Leah Le, Riona Sengupta, Olivia Zhang, Jasmin Ganda, Yisa Liang, Rhianna Sui, Brittany Mok, Victoria Cassar, Tahra Peries, Isabelle Galilee, Charlotte Lim, Amelia Libdy, Angela Zhang, Sonia Chung, Bella Yao, Holly Martin, Eno Jin, Esther Bastin-Loy FOURTH ROW Mrs M. Bye, Ms L. Aurelius, Emily Wong, Laura Chang, Charlotte Pepper Craparotta, Aida Sidhom, Estella Tran, Daisy Han, Peita Nikolakopoulos, Serena Yuchen Li, Isabel Archer, Camila Morcos, Amy Zong, Sofie Haremi, Ruby Taor, Naomi Ang, Eva Bangia, Mrs M. Cassar FIFTH ROW Avery Satchcroft, Isabella Rocca, Arielle McBrien, Matilda Taor, Kyrani Countouris, Gemma Richards, Kathy Zhang, Tara Kljajevic, Anouk Thorley, Freyja Clifford, Scarlett Gromann, Ava Storey, Beatrice Bastin-Loy, Olivia Smith SIXTH ROW Mariella Tsolis, Becky Kwan Gu, Mary Marshall, Mikayla Brown, Rayna Zhu, Joyce Guan, Georgia Sioutas, Zara Pandher, Henriette Pitman, Angelina Galilee, Sophie Dowd, Jesselle Jiao, Isabelle Kerr

FRONT ROW Charlotte Ngo, Yara Zhang, Rose Huynh, Charlotte Chan, Hunter Tran, Ivy Youssef, Aurelia Christoff, Antonella Crook, Rumi Kurihara, Kaira Lal, Sienna Kc, Lexie Wang, Hannah Huang SECOND ROW Ruby Jenkins, Mavis Wang, Charlotte Hu, Sofia Nguyen, Selena Nguyen, Sammi Liang, Skylar Gu, Kylie Pita Culqui, Isabella Cheng, Isabella Castillo Sun, Vy Minh Nguyen, Chloe Zheng, Nidhirupa Jaikanth, Belle Weng, Jasmine Cavalera, Kara McLornan, Madeleine Wong, Kate Alarcon Dominguez, Jordan Carattini THIRD ROW Gem McGuire, Emma Yan, Charlotte Qian, Hannah Wang, Matilda Elsegood, Edith Savage, Olivia Cheng, Grace Luo, Jesslyn Hoi Cing Yong, Olivia Li, Jaiyana Habib, Keira Dempsey, Evelyn Tsang, Verity Hodgson-Fopp, Gloria Zhang, Aurora Chau, Ruby You, Bella Nguyen FOURTH ROW Ms E. Astle, Mr R. Naylor, Hillary Gu, Olivia Ngo, Siya Chauhan, Annika Bou, Siyul Park, Charlotte Mok, Drew Bradshaw, Sherry Wei, Skye Nguyen, Carla Di Leo, Zoe Baker, Amaya Clapham, Alicia Wen, Emily Zhong, Chloe Tang, Ms K. O’Brien, Ms M.L. Chami FIFTH ROW Delilah Hodgson-Fopp, Sienna Dib, Leanna Shen, Miya Cai, Hailey Yam, Aaliyah Liu, Stella Lacchia-Schmidt, Caoimhe McAtamney, Mia Jin, Mishika Kapadia, Bailey Tong, Carlyn Nie, Nina Bai, Leah Maidment SIXTH ROW Lara Byrnes, Remy Pereira, Olina Stephen, Kiara Assassa, Macy Bellew, Grace Liang, Elana Lane Chrun, Dora Weng, Maya Haysom-McDowell, Irene Chau, Scarlett Seabourne, Emma Zhang, Alannah Chan

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FRONT ROW Charlotte Hing, Gemma Verden, Kimia Ferdose, Megan Nguyen, Dora Yiru Cai, Elsa Jiang, Cleo Clark, E. Marsh, Hermione Campbell, Juliet Crozier, Ivy Doan, Chloe Zheng, Brianna Ai, Giselle Tanios, Taylor Bakir SECOND ROW Rhiti Bhatta, Jenna Chiang, Alice Baker, Anika Pabathi, Arianna Chenxuan Xu, Charlotte Lee, Yolanda Deng, Matilda Li, Grace Barnes, Emma Kanaan, Sophia Du, Camille Sheehan, Alisha Ji-Lee, Sofia Callegaro, Tina Nguyen, Shona Bevis, Cloris Xu THIRD ROW Ruby Baker, Chloe Kypreos, Liesl Wong, Anny Xie, Allegra Chiang, Evelyn Tran, Evelyn Li, Luella Farah,Ashley Lee, Hana Lee, Ava Parviz, Stephanie Keo, Bernice Chan, Cathy Ge, Lucinda Ho, Nikhita Kumar, Lauren Liu FOURTH ROW Priya Mohan, Summer Ryan, Niamh Tulloch, Angelina Bezic, Summer Shrestha, Julinar Alshehabi, Melissa Vieira Bousquet, Felicia Hannah, Brianna Chiang, Mia Tsakos, Grace Bettar, Madina Ioakimidis, Megan Kuit, Emma Sugianto, Hannah Grave, Kate Peadon, Rachael Ming FIFTH ROW Hannah Koh, Jocelyn Su, Regina Ding, Emily Ea, Sophia Bucci, Amelia Armstrong, Milla Papaluca, Georgie Henning, Alexia Saltirov, Yuuki Onuma, Juah Hyun, Selina Chen, Olivia Pan, Angelina Hu, Zara Coates, Savannah Phengsavath SIXTH ROW Giselle Timperi, Calista-Grace Savva, Edie Baker, Mya Allan, Rebecca Mai Yue Wang, Sienna Marriott, Haegan Sitou, Ella Van Den Borne, Rebecca Beaton, Elena Tulloch, Sophia Grave, Helen Liu, Natalia Gadelrabb, Kiara Elghitany, Isabella Gadelrabb, Serita Vargoczky

FRONT ROW Savannah Robinson, Christa Jeyasingam, Adora Chen Xu, Ava Marnane, Tulasi Kanani, Josephine Doan, Isabella Kristallis, Ms E. Osborne, Jaiden Sinozic, Megan Ouyang, Jaslina Duong, Arabella Kuo, Cassandra Eadie, Indiana Hill, Eloise Wong SECOND ROW Yik Ki Lin, Isabella Ritchie, Penelope Moutos, Leyla Sapolyo, Sacha Jeyasingam, Emily Van Der Westhuizen, Asher Sivanesarajah, Sienna Munoz, Zara Paterson, Sophia Ronan, Mikayla Woon, Yianna Fanos, Danielle Xu, Bridget Cortis-Jones, Evie Fergus, Matilda Hardy, Olivia Kalamvokis THIRD ROW Cailise Campbell, Alex Price, Ella Le, Jenaan Rajani, Lucy Vu, Uma Singleton, Tabitha Lloyd, May Nguyen, Riley Chantler, Mariette Karam, Lily Clemens, Violet Le, Imogen Wong, Daphne L’Estrange, Angelina Xu, Isabella Munoz FOURTH ROW Jemima Hardy, Madison Chantler, Tiana Robinson, Tehya Sivanesarajah, Lauren Carmody, Soraya Ebony Phillips-Bates, Stephanie Ivy Skilton, Georgia Sinclair, Noelle Foo, Isabelle Forster, Eleanor McKeough, Caydence Sumantri, Adelaide Akers, Zara Cardoso, Megan Ebel, Zoe Pollard FIFTH ROW Téa Costin, Isabel Floro, Sophia Malas, Gabrielle Wilkie, Macy Tanner-Black, Vanessa An, Anna Obaid, Gaia Bigolin, Elizabeth Faraj, Serena Eunjin Ha, Tascha Ireland, Vaishnavi Nagarajah, Ruby Durant, Alyssa Hur, Lola Merlino SIXTH ROW Emma Gormly, Grace Farrow, Emily Wu, Lucinda Howlett, Matilda Banfield, Olivia Chapman, Sally Obaid, Nia Richards, Cara Britton, Vanessa Nguyen, Kate Forster, Ashley Denton, Eve Ireland, Olivia Ebel, Eliza Kershaw MacDonald

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CHURUNGA LEAWARRA

FRONT ROW Shiloh Gao, Lucy Murphy, Yan Hei Rosanna Tsoi, Chelsey Gao, Emma Cardwell, April Cookson, Sara Yaqub, Mr D. Martinez, Madison Snowden, Zahraa Chehab, Beatrix Marriott, Manjima Dutta-Gupta, Jade Qi, Beth Pidcock, Eloise Wood SECOND ROW Kristy Che, Avery Lee, Jilly Pidcock, Natalie Chan, Madeleine Girgis, Georgina Maniscalco, Isabella Zhuo, Mara Nichols, Hannah Dastyari, Amritha Ravichandra, Celeste Ong, Francesca Masters, Michelle Ou, Niamh Canadas, Angelyn Xiang, Holly Scalise, Cecilia Lau, Alicia Tien THIRD ROW Ceyda Kuscu, Ingrid Henderson, Sienna Kang, Sienna Zheng, Thea Grace Davis, Yerina Kang, Audrey Boulton, Alisha Dhaliwal, Tilly Bremberg, Kyra Narang, Elizabeth Ravens, Joanna Houllis, Lila Zheng, Anika Gupta, Lilly Crowe, Kushla McCaul, Elysse Diep, Taylor Lu FOURTH ROW Gurnaaz Kahlon, Eleanor Longcroft, Allegra Carlini, Julia Choi, Amal Zogheib, Tiffany Chong, Jossie Liu, Clementine Hendriks, Maya Gupta, Skyla Chau, Kimaya Sethi, Aleeza Asif, Tilly Ackland, Miranda Hudson, Emma Sullivan, Anaahat Kahlon, Ines Prince FIFTH ROW Lefki Papadopoulos, Alison Wong, Camille Ong, Eimear Farrell, Angela Ong, Philippa Gao,Annabelle Mansfield, Sarah Lawrie, Freyja Gray, Christina Coffey, Cara Wu, Alyssa Corbett, Jasmin Srisathkurunathan, Ava Farah, Rianne Saab, Claire Lee SIXTH ROW Kaylie Keogh, Keira O’Connor, Lily Rutherford, Laurelle Yim, Olivia Cassell, Zara Constance, Ellie Girard, Hannah Chessell, Emily Davis, Aahana Singh, Elisabeth Bubalo, Indigo Hannah, Alannah Exarhos, Chiara Corbett, Olivia Gouganovski, Vishaalini Ravichandra

FRONT ROW Isabella Horvath, Chloe Hui, Hailey Truong, Liana Petrolo, Tiana Roins, Lizzy Bieri, Matisse Liu, Mr J. Pfeffer, Bella Upcroft, Divya Sharma, Seraya Srikumar, Siena Cribb, Lucy Dickson, Isabella Bednaic, Fedra Nikolakopoulos SECOND ROW Emilia Sarayar, Ethelia Cassar, Peiyan Gao, Jasmine Chib, Chelsea Keomanivong, Kelsey Pham, Zoe Fotoulis, Emma Luu, Jaya Mehta, Quynh Anh Pham, Raquel Gill, Georgia Delis, Scarlett Innes, Joanna Williams, Frida Xingyu Yao, Aditi Knowles THIRD ROW Charlotte Sweeney, Amy Li, Sarina Nagra, Aashi Shah, Chloe Nguyen, Ivy Zhang, Abigail Bush, Celeste Flynn, Chloe Lu, Sophia Ivannikova, Stella Wallace, Emily Hutchins, Chloe Oh, Rianna Tsang, Yasmine Allam FOURTH ROW Georgia Coxsedge, Kristina Bitar, Talia Richards, Kimberley Chung, Justine Cable, Jordan Vo, Ellie Moran, Lucy Coxsedge, Stephy Liang, Janani Kanthathas, Zoe Marshall, Maya McBrien, Isabella Dodd Shipsey, Evie Papamanuel, Greta Sharp FIFTH ROW Sienna Christodoulou, Abby Coxsedge, Zaina Verma, Laura Baquero Arcila, Amreen Thind, Lucinda Hutchins, Grace Kuman, Meena Kanthathas, Sophia Antipas, Natalie Andrianakos, Sameera Khatri, Riya Chib,vAva Roins, Georgia Pasas, Krystal Karahontzitis SIXTH ROW Kate McKeon, Chloe Miller, Ellen Gadsby, Jemima Zoud, Zahra Yassine, Olivia Zein, Imogen Bush, Lilah Randall, Evelyn Kerr, Juliet Zein, Phoebe Zein, Olinda Cao, Charla Howard, Elena Sun, Edith Hynes

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LESTER

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MOORAMOORA

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FRONT ROW Claudia Rowe, Zara Nicholias, Dorothy Trimble, Abigail Pattison, Marayah-Kai Johnson Clayton, Anneka Bigg, Isabelle Lin, Mr R. Burgess, Sofia Cvetkovski, Cayla Mellare, Caitlin O’Shea, Chloe Nunn, Claudia Quinn Yuen Pruscino, Jocelyn Yao, Larissa Pham SECOND ROW Stephanie El’Atrache, Cassia Davies, Nayana Vanza, Mila Chau, Kamora Edwards-Ware, Olivia Wang, Bonnie Li, Phoebe Tang, Emily Pattison, Ariahna Giann, Elly Yindi Chen, Jessica Lim, Katelyn Lim, Olivia Pattison, Evelyn Huynh, Emily Leung, Alessandra Spina THIRD ROW Molly Bentley-Lampe, Chelsea Chen, Estelle Davies, Sarah Zhang, Ella-Rose Mayne, Yunqi Ellie Ni, Tyra Riley, Tasha Wong, Umaiza Mahfuz, Bella Nguyen, Alana Mellare, Alicia Wang, Kali Springford, Stella Inthavong, Tamara Abdelrahim, Tasha Kirby, Layla Abdelrahim FOURTH ROW Sanaya Nair, Heather Yeon, Carina Chu, Zara Dhawan, Zoe Andrews, Nadia Chan, Ciara Ferguson, Ainslie McCallum, Xanthe Johnson, Rose Lin, Zoe Bigg, Tiffany Lai, Milla Caine, Aleyna Sibai, Ava McLean, Kathryn Bentley-Lampe FIFTH ROW Ivana Tsaloukas, Ella Hu, Kaliya Edwards-Ware, Aiesha Sivaranjan, Harriet Scott, Sophia Pavlovic, Vadeesha Kanagaratnam, Ruby Mansergh, Layla Alameddine, Ava Dean, Lana McLean, Anika Springford, Lucia Barrington-Higgs, Eadie Scott, Yasmine Kanagaratnam, Elizabeth Goh SIXTH ROW Jody Feng, Amelia Comley, Michaela Green, Pamela Kotsis, Georgia Terzis, Rose Turner, Ciara Middleton, Kirriana Edwards-Ware, Annabel Andrews, Marirose Giann, Piper Maroney, Pieta McMillan, Ella Ma, Hannah Shortus, Yoyo Wu, Chloe Xu

FRONT ROW Leona Nadarajah, Madeleine Cassidy, Lily Tao, Ruby Vincent, Gabriela Lim, Charlotte Nguyen, Danielle Dib, Mr C. Highman, Bariah Khaznadar, Ella Rose Zraika, Alexis Morcos, Amelie Wolrige, Cherie-Louise Moses, Keyara-Leigh Stojanovski, Aleena Habib SECOND ROW Victoria Lacchia-Schmidt, Yasmin Maidment, Gauri Nathan, Elora Nadarajah, Nghi Nguyen, Hemani Ramesh, Veronica Pan, Euna Cho, Bethany Haddad, Aurora Kang, Carreen Zhang, Charlotte Priebbenow, Safi McGuinness, Giovanna Lim, Sophie Chuang, Zining Jenny Chen THIRD ROW Kaitlyn Yang, Amara Sivagurunathan, Olivia Burke, Amelia Winnall, Charlie Macdonald, Lucy Stoddard, Chloe Ha Eun Song, Stephanie Kang, Daisy Li, Sihan Guo, Jessenia Habib, Mila Waldron, Caitlin Ward, Delilah Abernethy, Mia Tsaousidis, Hope Selim FOURTH ROW Crystal Huang, Angelina Huang, Sabine Rezainia, Imogen Walker, Harriet Hahn, Isabella Townsend, Adelaide Abernethy, Jodhi Bou, Annaliese Yan, Maria Stamoulos, Genevieve Beattie, Avery Dauphinee, Katie Goldring, Pip McGuire, Vivian Greenwood FIFTH ROW Lam Nguyen, Lucy Fickler, Alexandra Notaras, Olivia Walker, Tika MacMaster, Eloise Ward, Baylie Shen, Ashlee Hoang, Elly Yu, Ella Baker, Chloe Ho-Shon, Charlysse Moses, Harriet Hatton, Riya Singh, Zihan Joanne Chen, Gigi Guan SIXTH ROW Mia Johnston, Isabella Liu, Kaitlyn Hoang, Stella Vincent, Myffy Barrett, Dakota Dodd, Lily Hatton, Alexandra Walker, Samantha Brady, Erin Barrett, Anisha Sivagurunathan, Inez Murray, Sienna Dodd, Zoya Rezainia, Sophie Winnall

228

PRESCOTT SUTTON

FRONT ROW Amelie Wallace, Victoria Gerontakos, Amelia Becker, Sophia Correia, Olivia Ristevski, Bao Vy Truong, Ivana Dolenac, Mr H. Wijanto, Taara Kotibhaskar, Sadie Lucas, Charlotte Williams, Vivienne Nguyen, Alannah Ng, Kayla Hoi Wei Leung, Jing Wen Qiu SECOND ROW Maeve Thornton, Joycelyn Yong, Lara Murray, Isla Leung, Tia Spyropoulos, Madeleine Davison, Chloe Tiong, Christy Luo, Chloe Zhang, Anastasia Countouris, Aleeya Sharma, Scarlett O’Connell, Chiarah Nguyen, Piya Kaur, Sophie Hong, Hayley Duyen Linh Trinh THIRD ROW Maxine Hawkins, Lilian Zhang, Lucy Martin, Isabella Zhou, Eri Takeshita, Kathleen Chrun, Vivian Qin, Zara Luong, Katie See, Isabel Baudille, Isabelle Ng, Sasha Murray, Emily Zhou, Maddie Dowd, Eva Rocca, Kayli Scott FOURTH ROW Roma Nadubeedi, Louise Shaw, Charlotte Djamhur, Rima Zhang, Niamh Johnson, Amy Lee, Amaya Karunakaran, Christine Li, Jenna Benn, Giuliana McCluskey-Voigt, Mariyah Sfarjalani, Chelsea Sumich, Carol Wang, Addison McShane, Minh Thu Mai, Sanjana Iyengar FIFTH ROW Lily Essex, Soraya O’Connell, Olivia McGovern, Zoe Brown, Willow Mair, Halle Hiss, Madison Hassiotis, Sky Humphries, Isabella Correia, Hattie Russell, Gabriella Matthews, Ynez Liauw, Ava Brown, Ilia Morelli,Victoria Marchese, Priyanka Thanigasalam SIXTH ROW Krystal Pham, Defne Isikli, Esther Kim, Grace Williams, Amelia Cosmidis, Hannah Olsson, Annette Benn, Carla Najdek, Andrea Yixuan Wang, Trinity Nguyen, Georgie Roediger, Enid Boyd, Amelia Norton, Jemima Blake, Lottie Cleland

FRONT ROW Michaela Kwaan, Isla Young, Olive Rose Simmons, Maggie Yuyuan Ma, Ava Eshragi, Zoe Kong Zlamal, Clarice Yeung, Sophia Sefein, Alicia Chelle Yen Suen, Zara Stewart, Abira Sanan, Lydia Ye, Freda Zhuo Yan Xie, Lavinia Luoyi Xu, Emily Tu SECOND ROW Janice Pham, Charlotte Yiu, Lavinia Liu, Matisse Snaidero, Charlotte Fabri, Marni Simring, Melisande Pitman, Grace Guo, Aurora Ma, Arya Benton, Emily Highett-Smith, Hannah North, Zoe Taylor, Georgina Solly, Olive Taylor, Frances Xie THIRD ROW Saalbhinii Aravinthan, Tahlia Jeffery, Amelia Chung, Ivy Xu, Evelyn Bell, Janice Chung, Sophia Clarke, Jessie Xu, Mira Kalra, Leylim Ozer, Claire Li, Alice Boddam-Whetham, Emily Ward, Lana Goodall, Lucy Oh, Phoebe Chee, Margot Bell FOURTH ROW Madeleine Wood, Anastazia Samad, Erin Clowes, Georgia O’Connor, Amelia Chen, Charlotte Latham, Lily Grace Simmons, Sienna Clark, Aalea Stephen, Aileen Leong, Elyse Vivash, Nitya Nimalan, Zaz Tiglao, Sophia Shaikh, Janice Leong, Alicia Chung FIFTH ROW Tina Guan, Sophie Ye, Misha Behi, Kate Morfoot, Lily Smith, Maya Thomson, Ruth Overton, Alice van der Stel, Imogen Sutton, Maya Al-Soufi, Mia Rice, Eliza Hazlewood, Diar Kabaha, Sarinna Cai, Anikah Sanan, Amy Doan SIXTH ROW Imogen Langella, Sandra Moussa, Carina Savoca, Courtney Shi, Isabel Garner, Amalia Labraga, Eve Parker, Anna Overton, Gisela Labraga, Indiana Hodgkinson, Savannah Hazlewood, Ruby Tan, Laila Chopra, Laura Sherringham, Cheylene Leung ABSENT Ms T. Harb

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WADE

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HOUSE PHOTOS

WHITLEY

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FRONT ROW Olivia Eddy, Felicity Jones, Zoe Craig, Clementine Lonergan, Sherlyn Lin, Evangeline Black, Sienna McCormack, Ms K. Cogin, Kirsten Tran, Sally Nguyen, Annaliese Bott, Ranmeng Yang, Jasmine Luo, Aerin Kim, Faith Huynh SECOND ROW Stella Scott, April Surachanchai, Baolan Nguyen, Eleni Giannacopoulos, Anita Mohanan, Hannah Hunter, Anna Yin, Chloe Cassimaty, Raphaella Athanasiou, Anakha Nalliah, Olivia Lin, Sophia Hu, Olive Green, Ruth Costello, Elisa Li, Aurora Sharma, Ava Meng THIRD ROW Connie Rawson, Jiayi Li, Elyssa Tai, Jenny Lin, Santina Signorelli, Milla Zhang, Joranai Demontiero, Isabella Ho, Orianna Ellis, Seraphine McNamara, Ava Tong, Marah Tryphon, Katrina Athanasiou, Ellie Li, Phoebe Hoang, Holly Skowno FOURTH ROW Isabel Warusavitarne, Ada Savage, Lexie Bellew, Anisha Miah, Marni Heavener, Liliana Hollands, Hellen Ou, Han Nguyen, Yasmin Sayer, Christine Jin, Sharon Laurens, Ophelia Li, Anna Poortvliet, Nicole Audi, Darcy Costello, Anvi Hegde FIFTH ROW Amelia Glastonbury, Ashley Pagewood, Grace Likely, Sallia Nguyen, Rime Bentayeb, Magdalene Miltiades, Zara Poortvliet, Zoe Gao, Sarah Furlan, Audrey Buck, Amelia Tchan, Chevonne Collins, Summer Le, Jasmine Fordyce, Tess Wright SIXTH ROW Emma Guermanoff, Persephone Wahltuch, Amelie Rettig, Nella Duncan, Zoe Likely, Charlotte Hughes, Eva Diessl, Charlotte Penny, Alaska Durie, Aaliyah Sawan, Ze Wong, Lila O’Keefe, Sima Tebbutt, Scarlett McNamara, Lara Bazzi

FRONT ROW Alita Lloyd, Summer Nguyen, Lilian Chen, Xinran Yang, Grace Thai, Mia Licenblat, Joyce Mai, Ms S. Koulouris, Azzurra Zappacosta, Amy Lee, Sienna Pizzinga, Keira Ritchley, Selina Shan, Scarlett Pham, Elle Monteleone SECOND ROW Audrey Lazar, Minna Yates, Yasmine Teoh, Helen Liu, Chloe Shubei Lin, Rebecca Ho-Bui, Georgina Rowles, Aaliya Salim, Jane Yan, Holly Moore, Angela Pham, Aanya Thakkar, Joumana Reehman, Raphaëla Ades, Chantel Huda, Ashwini Kanesalingam, Georgia Sutton THIRD ROW Alexis Zhang, Annabelle La, Alicia Eliades, Stella Sivyer, Jenny Nguyen, Jasmine Son, Mia Water, Sierra Rowe, Erin Banyer, Leela Das, Jade Giang, Angelina Ng, Leanne Pham, Ginny Dela Cruz, Amelie Cowling, Harlow Elsibai, Genevieve Thai FOURTH ROW Ciara Patterson, Jana Mourad, Catherine Kong, Isabelle Millgate, Khushii Varma, Shine Liang, Nicola Keast, Elisha Brown, Lindsay Shi Han Zeng, Isabella Zhao, Ainnie Hao, Emily Demetrios, Serena Farley, Audrey Sivyer, Caprice Huang, Fiona Pham FIFTH ROW Laureen Leong, Matilda Shipard, Sasha Juel-Smart, Mimi Pullinger, Kimberly Chou, Olivia Sun-Ryan, Manaal Osmani, Jane Xia, Iris Ji, Nina Hespe, Amelia Hodges, Amelia Roufas, Zyah De Araujo, Moira Peach, Katherine Woo, Sasha Kovarik SIXTH ROW Angelina Le, Allegra Bechini, Lana Radwan, Victoria Grammenos, Hayley Pham, Dina Saeed, Olivia Pham, Imogen Johnstone, Joyce Zhang, Alexandra Pajarillo, Claire Taylor, Tess Petschner, Eve Banyer, Angelina Zhang, Alexia Carisio

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PRIZE WINNERS

232

JUNIOR SCHOOL PRIZE WINNERS PRIZE WINNERS AS AWARDED AT 2024 SPEECH DAY FOR YEAR 3 TO YEAR 6.

Year 3 Demonstrating the School Value of Courage

Siya Chauhan Xintong Guan Cressida Marriott

Demonstrating the School Value of Compassion

Isabella Castillo Sun Selina Lo Claire Wu

Demonstrating the School Value of Respect

Tara Kuhan Natasha (Gem) McGuire Tahra Peries

Demonstrating the School Value of Growth

Olivia Li Colette Myssy Edith Savage

Outstanding Academic Application

Aida Sidhom Shuyuan (Rhianna) Sui Emily Wong

Outstanding Academic Achievement

Chloe Tang Alyssa Trinh Hoi Cing Jesslyn Yong

Outstanding All-Rounder

Marina Chen Avery Lan Evelyn Tsan

Year 4 Demonstrating the School Value of Courage

Miya Cai Isabelle Kerr Maggie Xu

Demonstrating the School Value of Compassion

Mariangel Corrales Solano Serena Li Anaya Sharma

Demonstrating the School Value of Respect

Amaya Clapham Freyja Clifford Avni Narang

Demonstrating the School Value of Growth

Stella Lacchia-Schmidt Siyul Park Sabine Woodhouse

Outstanding Academic Application

Beatrice Bastin-Loy Sarah Lin Eloise Qiu

Outstanding Academic Achievement

Caitlyn Law Charlotte Lim Asher Nevill

Outstanding All-Rounder

Xiaoni (Nina) Bai Hayley Lam Leanna Shen 233

Year 6

Year 5 Demonstrating the School Value of Courage

Audrey Barnes Souad (Jaiyanna) Sayed Yuanke (Alicia) Wang Hei Yi (Hailey) Yam

Demonstrating the School Value of Courage

Zoe Craig Peiyan (Elise) Gao Ava Marnane Stella Scott

Demonstrating the School Value of Compassion

Mikayla Brown Shantelle Nguyen Olivia Smith Camellia Yao

Demonstrating the School Value of Compassion

Sofia Callegaro Claudia Pruscino Bao Vy Truong Gemma Verden

Demonstrating the School Value of Respect

Ottilie Bishop Niamh Gorman Audrey Henderson Qaylah Mohamed

Demonstrating the School Value of Respect

Ashley Clapham Alannah Ng Fedra Nikolakopoulos

Demonstrating the School Value of Growth

Felicity Jones Erin McCrudden Vivienne Nguyen Savannah Robinson

Demonstrating the School Alannah Chan Value of Growth Elizabeth Horvath

Mariella Tsolis

Rayna Zhu Outstanding Academic Application

Irene Chau Poppy Frederick Daisy Han Kexin (Kathy) Zhang

Outstanding Academic Achievement

Elana Chrun Maya Haysom-McDowell Mia Li Emma Zhang

Outstanding All-Rounder

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Lara Byrnes Zara Pandher Avery Satchcroft Lily Sugianto

Outstanding Academic Application

Gaia Bigolin Olivia Eddy Ashwini Kanesalingam Cayla Mellare

Outstanding Academic Achievement

Lilian Chen Maggie Ma Lavinia Luoyi Xu Chloe Zheng

Outstanding All-Rounder

Sadie Lucas Jasmine Luo Evelyn Tran Isla Young

Prizes for Excellence Prize for Excellence in Languages

Lily Sugianto Evelyn Tran

Prize for Excellence in Music

Elana Chrun Zoe Zlamal

Prize for Excellence in Personal Development, Health and Physical Education

Prize for Excellence in Visual Arts

The Grayson Book Prize for Librarianship

Alannah Chan Maggie Ma Lara Byrnes Emily Tu Genevieve Livesey

Prizes For Service Prize for Service Junior School Captain

Estella Tran

Prize for Service Junior School Vice-Captain

Carla Di Leo

Prizes for Citizenship Sally Sitou Friendship Award

Sienna Nguyen

The Junior School Student Council Prize for Exceptional Service

Georgia Sioutas

The Douglas Finlay Prize for Servant Leadership Lulu Thomas Memorial Prize for Citizenship

Remy Pereira Gemma Verden

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SENIOR SCHOOL PRIZE WINNERS PRIZE WINNERS AS AWARDED AT 2024 SPEECH NIGHT FOR YEAR 7 TO YEAR 12.

Year 7 Achievement Across the Curriculum

Sophia Clarke Freyja Gray Chelsea Keomanivong Hana Lee Lauren Liu Thuy (Kelsey) Pham Grace Thai Chloe Xu Ivy Xu

Achievement Across the Curriculum Progress and Growth in Learning

Erin Banyer Audrey Buck Leela Das Ciara Ferguson Baolan Nguyen Anna Poortvliet Connie Rawson Audrey Jean Sivyer Caitlin Ward

Achievement Across the Curriculum Resilience in Learning

Aditi Knowles Jiayu (Isabella) Zhuo

Progress and Growth in Learning

Yasmine Allam Mila Chau Euna Cho Charlotte Fabri Ciara Patterson Zara Stewart Alexis Zhang Shuyao (Lilian) Zhang

Resilience in Learning

Brianna Ai Mya Allan Francesca Masters Lola Merlino Ellie Moran Louise Shaw Amelie Wolrige

Academic Distinction

Michaela Kwaan Claudia Rowe Phoebe Tang

Year 8 Achievement Across the Curriculum

Bridget Cortis-Jones Evie Fergus Georgie Henning Chloe Lu Charlie Macdonald Liesl Wong Katherine Woo

Achievement Across the Curriculum Progress and Growth in Learning Resilience in Learning

Madeleine Girgis

Achievement Across the Curriculum Progress and Growth in Learning

Veronica Pan Caydence Sumantri Mia Waterhouse

Progress and Growth in Learning Resilience in Learning

Academic Distinction Progress and Growth in Learning Academic Distinction

Olive Green Anneka Bigg Ethelia Cassar Kimberley Chung Victoria Gerontakos Indigo Hannah Ashlee Hoang Tabitha Lloyd Georgina Solly Melisande Pitman Marni Heavener Nina Hespe

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Year 9 Academic Excellence

Progress and Growth in Learning

Subin (Stephanie) Kang Chloe Miller Jocelyn Su Yue (Elly) Yu Harriet Hatton Charla Howard Marayah-Kai Johnson Clayton Carla Najdek Aaliya Salim Aashi Shah Alessandra Spina Isabel Warusavitarne

Chinese

Chloe Shubei Lin

Design and Technology

Ines Prince

Drama

Luella Farah

English

Stephanie Ivy Skilton

French History Elective Science Academic Excellence Geography Mathematics Academic Excellence

Rebecca Ho-Bui

Zihan Joanne Chen Angelina Xu Meena Kanthathas

Industrial Technology: Multimedia Academic Excellence

Stephanie Keo

Japanese

Janice Leong

Music

Josephine Doan

Personal Development, Health and Physical Education

Eadie Scott

Photographic and Digital Media

Georgina Rowles

Physical Activity and Sports Studies

Eleanor Longcroft

Textiles Technology

Alice van der Stel

Visual Arts Commerce Outstanding Academic Distinction

Enid Boyd Hannah Olsson

Allegra Chiang

Progress and Growth in Learning

Serena Farley Katherine McKeon Han Nguyen Elyssa Tai

Dance

Isabella Townsend

Food Technology History Elective Academic Excellence

Laurelle Yim Ella Hu

Indonesian

Dina Saeed

Japanese

Jessie Xu

Mathematics 5.2

Isabelle Ng

Mathematics 5.3 Progress and Growth in Learning Academic Excellence

Kimberly Chou

Industrial Technology: Multimedia Progress and Growth in Learning

Phoebe Chee

Music

Global Studies History Religious Education

Year 10 Academic Excellence Progress and Growth in Learning

Juah Hyun

Photographic and Digital Media

Haegan Sitou

Physical Activity and Sports Studies Academic Excellence

Crystal Huang

Religious Education

Elysse Diep

Textiles Technology

Indiana Hodgkinson

Visual Arts

Eri Takeshita

Commerce Drama English The Jennifer Brown Year 10 Prize for Academic Distinction (aeq)

Umaiza Mahfuz

Global Studies The Jennifer Brown Year 10 Prize for Academic Distinction (aeq)

May Nguyen

Chinese Design and Technology The Jennifer Brown Year 10 Prize for Academic Distinction (aeq)

Nha Vi (Bella) Nguyen

French Geography History Mathematics Extension Personal Development, Health and Physical Education Science The Jennifer Brown Year 10 Prize for Academic Distinction (aeq) Anna Obaid 240

The Jennifer Brown Year 10 Prize for Academic Distinction (aeq)

Qixuan (Elena) Sun

Year 11 Prizes for International Baccalaureate Diploma

Year 11 Prizes for Higher School Certificate

All-round Academic Excellence

All-round Academic Excellence

Aiesha Sivaranjan

Chinese B SL

Justine Zhang

Dance HL Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation SL Natalie Andrianakos Design Technology HL

Han Zhang (Helen) Liu

Economics HL

Hannah Banks

English HL Theatre HL

Emily Davis

French B HL

Amelie (Tess) Petschner

Geography HL

Annaliese Yan

History HL

Anita Mohanan

Mathematics: Applications and Interpretations HL

Serena Eunjin Ha

Music HL

Tasha Wong

Physics HL

Melissa Vieira Bousquet

Psychology HL

Alyssa Hur

Spanish ab initio

Charlotte Priebbenow

Sports, Exercise and Health Science HL

Amaya Karunakaran

Visual Arts HL

Anisha Miah

Biology HL Chemistry HL Italian ab initio Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches HL All-round Academic Excellence Runner-up Dux of Year 11 IB Diploma Candidature Nadia Chan Business Management HL Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches SL All-round Academic Excellence Dux of Year 11 IB Diploma Candidature

Lefki Papadopoulos

Aboriginal Studies Ancient History Biology Mathematics Extension Business Studies

Eleanor (Uma) Singleton Tyra Riley Amelia McNamara Charlotte Penny Tahlia Jeffery

Chemistry

Misha Behi

Dance

Erin Clowes

Design and Technology English Extension All-round Academic Excellence

Maya Al-Soufi

Drama

Evie Papamanuel

Entertainment

Tiana Robinson

Food Technology

Michaela Green

Geography

Olivia Walker

Industrial Technology: Multimedia Physics

Tascha Ireland

Mathematics Advanced

Amelia Armstrong

Mathematics Standard

Sophia Grave

Personal Development, Health and Physical Education

Vadeesha Kanagaratnam

Studies of Religion II

Isabel Gregory

Textiles and Design

Anika Springford

Music 1

Ava Parviz

Music 2

Olivia Zein

Economics Modern History Studies of Religion I All-round Academic Excellence Runner-up Dux of Year 11 HSC Candidature Sophia Bucci English Advanced French Continuers Legal Studies Visual Arts All-round Academic Excellence Dux of Year 11 HSC Candidature

Eve Banyer

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Year 12 Prizes for International Baccalaureate Diploma

Year 12 Prizes for Higher School Certificate

Biology HL

Annabel Andrews

All-round Academic Excellence

Business Management HL Economics HL

Vanessa Nguyen

Ancient History English Advanced History Extension 1

Sarah Furlan

Biology Geography Mathematics Extension 1 All-round Academic Excellence

Kaylie Keogh

Chemistry HL Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches SL

Cara Britton

Chinese B SL

Annabelle La

Dance HL

Kate Forster

Design Technology HL

Lucy Vu

French B SL Sports, Exercise and Health Science HL

Sally Obaid

Geography HL

Zara Poortvliet

Italian ab initio Music HL

Isabelle Lin

Japanese B SL

Aileen Leong

Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches HL Physics HL All-round Academic Excellence

Fiona Feng

Mathematics: Applications and Interpretations SL Theatre HL Mathematics: Applications and Interpretations HL

Mia Tsaousidis

Alexandra Walker

Psychology HL

Hope Selim

Spanish ab initio All-round Academic Excellence

Jody Feng

Visual Arts HL All-round Academic Excellence English HL History HL All-round Academic Excellence Runner-up to The Anne Louise Layman Award for the Dux of IB All-round Academic Excellence The Anne Louise Layman Award for the Dux of IB

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Olivia Chapman

Esther Kim

Anikah Sanan

Marah Tryphon

Dance Personal Development, Health and Physical Education

Madison Snowden

Design and Technology

Sophia Sefein

Drama Entertainment Music 2 Music Extension 1 (aeq) All-round Academic Excellence

Sienna Marriott

English Extension 2

Georgia Terzis

English Standard Food Technology Mathematics Advanced

Matilda Banfield

Mathematics Standard 2

Keyi (Selina) Chen

Music 1

Amelia Glastonbury

Music Extension 1 (aeq)

Persephone Wahltuch

Studies of Religion II

Alexandra Notaras

Textiles and Design

Siena Cribb

Visual Arts

Sihan Guo

Business Studies Economics Modern History All-round Academic Excellence Runner-up to The George Lane Prize for Dux of MLC School HSC Candidature Chemistry English Extension 1 Mathematics Extension 2 Physics Science Extension I All-round Academic Excellence The George Lane Prize for Dux of MLC School HSC Candidature

Samantha Brady

Moira Peach

Special Awards The G.A. Davey Cup for Highest Overall Score in House Competition

Connolly Trophy Persephone Wahltuch Booralee

Junior Athletics Champion

Harlow Elsibai

Junior Swimming Champion

Iris Ji

Intermediate Athletics Champion

Eve Ireland

Intermediate Swimming Champion

Madison Chantler

Senior Athletics Champion

Macy Tanner-Black

Senior Swimming Champion MLC School Blue for Sport

Florence Jiang

MLC School Blue for Sport

Isabella Wang (2023)

Thelma Coyne Long Award

Kaylie Keogh

The Joyce Denning Memorial Prize for Tennis

Lana McLean

Kareen Healey Memorial All-Rounder Sports Award

Lucy Coxsedge

C.R. Warne Prize for Sportsmanship and Proficiency in Sport

Elizabeth Bieri

Overall Athlete of the Year The Jennifer Carr (Grant) Memorial Prize for English Extension 2

Georgia Coxsedge Georgia Terzis

J & N Murphy Memorial Prize for Music 2 Matthew Hindson Composition Award

Sienna Marriott

Ross Edwards Trophy

Kali Springford

MLC School Blue for Music

Fiona Feng

Australian Music Centre Award for Outstanding Work in Composition

Isabella Bednaic

Grosman Trophy

Daisy Li

Helen Weymouth (Stephinson) Music Prize

Ciara Ferguson

Ampol Best All-Rounder Award

Ava Dean

Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme Gold

Lily Hatton Chloe Hui Magdalene Miltiades Sally Obaid Vishaalini Ravichandra Zoe Yue Azzurra Zappacosta

Australian Defence Force Long Tan Youth Leadership and Teamwork Award

Scarlett McNamara Georgia O’Connor

Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme Gold Commonwealth Parliamentarian’s Distinguished Achievement Award

Georgie Roediger

The Judith Olive Stephen Prize for Year 11 English Extension

Maya Al-Soufi

A.N.P Award for Diversity and Inclusion

Divya Sharma

The Olive Cotton Prize for Photography

Zoya Rezainia

The Jessie Douglas Prize for Visual Arts

Stephy Liang

The Aldyth Deer Memorial Prize for Visual Arts

Tascha Ireland

Commonwealth Parliamentarian’s Merit Award

Freyja Gray Ruby Baker Alice van der Stel Anna Obaid Olivia Zein

Thea Notaras Memorial Prize for Textiles and Design

Anastazia (Leo) Samad

Meryl Hilda Wright Award in Food Technology Dr Alice Whitley Memorial Prize for Science

Michaela Green Olivia Ebel

Professor Ruth Corran Prize for Mathematics

Nadia Chan

The Robyn, Judy and Lyn Woolley Encouragement Award

Melisande Pitman

Harvard Prize Book

Sophia Bucci

The Margaret Thomas Memorial Prize for Citizenship

Elisha Brown

The Phyllis E Watt Prize for Leadership

Isabelle Millgate

The Lynette Annabel Award

Tiana Robinson

The King Constantine Medal – Round Square

Sarah Furlan

Dr Denise Cole Prize for Science Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme Gold Professor Joan Beck Service to Sport Award The Old Girls’ Union Prize for Scholarship, Sportsmanship and Leadership

Moira Peach

Helen Bagley Memorial Medal for Achievement, Generosity and Citizenship Santina Signorelli Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme Gold George Brown Prize for Leadership

Anikah Sanan

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ASSEMBLY FOR ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT FOR THE CLASS OF 2023 After their outstanding academic achievements, the Class of 2023 returned to School on Wednesday 7 February 2024 to celebrate their success at the Assembly for Academic Achievement held in Potts Hall.

ATAR Success The Reverend Dr Charles J. Prescott Medal recognises the graduates with the highest university entrance score, Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) achieved for their year. It is proudly named in honour of the founder and first Headmaster of MLC School (1886–1899), who was a progressive educationalist and strong advocate for the education of women and girls. In 2023, Anna Xu achieved the maximum ATAR of 99.95.

The award for the students who achieve a State Ranking in a subject in the Higher School Certificate (HSC) is named in honour of MLC School Class of 1954 student, Emeritus Professor Ros Pesman AM née Cooper.

• 2nd in State in Ancient History Mimi Jones • 5th in State in Entertainment Industry Examination Romy Dobbie

Excellence in Academic Achievement for University Entrance An Excellence in Academic Achievement Award for University Entrance is given to the student(s) who achieved an ATAR of 98 or more in the Higher School Certificate or International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.* Sara Akbari Erica Chou Anika Cuganesan Keiralyn Dao Chloe Jing Mimi Jones Maya Lecuna Isabel McKeough Stephanie Megalli Seetha Nathan Ruby Newton Athena Nikolakopoulos Claudia Padman Amber (Arachi) Park

Zoe Proctor Gemma Qiu Selena Read Radhika Talekar Cassandra Tong Esther Tonkinwise Charlotte Trieu Lara Varol Chantelle Wan Natasha Whitmont Alexia Wood Anna Xu Jessie Zheng

*This may not be a full representation of these achievements.

ATARs are not made public or provided to the School. We rely on students confirming them. Some students elect not to share this information or prefer for it not to be published.

Selections, Reserve List and Nominations in the Creative and Performing Arts Students in the creative and performing arts areas of Music, Dance, Drama, Visual Arts and Design and Technology are acknowledged in the Higher School Certificate (HSC) examination process by being nominated for inclusion in a variety of public showcases.

Selections CALLBACK (Dance) – Core Composition, ‘Lucifer’

Nominations CALLBACK (Dance) Lucinda King (Core Performance and Major Study Performance) Ilaria Korompay (Core Composition, Core Performance and Major Study Performance) Ruby Newton (Core Composition, Core Performance and Major Study Performance) Ella Walters (Core Performance) SHAPE (Design and Technology)

Romy Dobbie OnSTAGE (Drama) Katerina Cvetkovski (Design Costume) Sofia Jury (Applied Research) Alexandra Lasovski (Design Costume) Francesca Morrison (Video Drama) Milla Newman (Group Performance and Design Poster) Adriana Re (Applied Research) Pascale Simington (Individual Performance and Group Performance) Mikaela Sitaramayya (Group Performance) Tessa Tomkins (Design Costume) Alexandra Varvarigos (Group Performance) Lily Walker (Design Poster) Jenna Wright (Design Set) ENCORE (Music) Jennisa Ha (Music Performance) Liesel Kidley (Music Composition) SHAPE (Textiles and Design) Esther Tonkinwise ARTEXPRESS (Visual Arts) Claire van der Stel

Ilaria Korompay CALLBACK (Dance) – Major Study Performance, ‘The Horse’ Ruby Newton

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ASSEMBLY FOR ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT FOR THE CLASS OF 2023 Excellence in Academic Achievement for Subject

English Standard (aeq)

An Excellence in Academic Achievement Award for Subject is given to the student(s) who placed first in course for the MLC School cohort after the final examinations in the Higher School Certificate or International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.

English Standard (aeq) Mathematics Advanced (aeq)

Biology Chemistry Physics Science Extension 1 Business Studies (aeq)

Mimi Jones

Elizabeth Wilkie Zoe Howes

Business Studies (aeq) Drama (aeq) French Continuers

Sofia Jury

Business Studies (aeq)

Abigail Latham

Mathematics Extension 1 (aeq) Mathematic Extension 2

Lan (Selina) Yang

Dance History Extension 1 Modern History HSC All Rounder

Ruby Newton

Design and Technology Entertainment Industry Examination State Ranking 5th in Entertainment Industry Examination

Romy Dobbie

Drama (aeq) English Extension 1 (aeq) Visual Arts (aeq) HSC All Rounder

Milla Newman

English Extension 1 (aeq)

Julia Lok

English Extension 1 (aeq) English Extension 2 Geography HSC All Rounder

Esther Tonkinwise

English Extension 1 (aeq)

Jenna Wright

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Ivy Brasher Madeleine Hutchens

Mathematics Advanced (aeq) Mathematics Extension 1 (aeq) Personal Development, Health and Physical Education Studies of Religion I

Higher School Certificate Ancient History Economics English Advanced State Ranking 2nd in Ancient History

French Extension 1

Laura Andrikis

Mathematics Standard 2 Textiles and Design Visual Arts (aeq)

Emma Lawrie

Claire van der Stel

Music 1

Jennisa Ha

Music 2 Music Extension 1 (aeq) Visual Arts (aeq)

Liesel Kidley

Music Extension 1 (aeq)

Alexandra Varvarigos

Studies of Religion II

Zahli Harris

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme Biology HL

India Makovec

Biology SL History SL Visual Arts HL

Claudia Padman

Business Management HL Italian Ab initio Business Management SL English HL Geography HL Sports, Exercise and Health Science HL (aeq) Chemistry HL Mathematics Analysis and Approaches SL (aeq) Chemistry SL French B SL Design Technology SL

Keiralyn Dao

Isabel McKeough Erica Chou Seetha Nathan Yunqi (Victoria) Wan

Dance HL

Jasmine Stavros

Design Technology HL

Ella Tanner-Black

French B HL Psychology SL History Asia and Oceania HL Indonesian B SL Psychology HL

Maya Lecuna Natasha Whitmont Chantelle Wan

Japanese Ab initio Mathematics Applications and Interpretations HL

Jessie Zheng

Mathematics Analysis and Approaches HL Philosophy SL

Alexia Wood

Mathematics Analysis and Approaches SL (aeq) Sports, Exercise and Health Science SL Mathematics Applications and Interpretations SL

Anna Xu Jorja Papantoniou

Music HL

Claire Pepperell

Music SL

Caitlin Zeilinga

Philosophy HL Physics SL Sports, Exercise and Health Science HL (aeq) Theatre HL

Chloe Jing Meera Rawal Stephanie Megalli Selena Read

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SCHOOL ROLL Pre-Kindergarten Rose Barbaro Emma Chen Charlene Chu Aashi Chugh Ava Eswaran Alicia Fan Mia Fercher Jenny Fu Joelle Goh Janet Hu Ally Huang Caroline Jiang Anokhi Karunakaran Bella Keomanivong Venus Lam Anna Li Gwendolyn Li Norah Li Shangya (Karena) Li Zixi (Mia) Li Jingyi (Zoe) Lyu Miranda Ma Shreya Nair Ruby Nasser Evelyn Nguyen Meghan Nguyen Hannah Pan House Park Aaria Rajalingam Ishika Ratnakumar Krisha Rawat Heidi She Emilia Shi Abigail Sidhom Aria Sofatzis Hailey Sun Yasmine Tari Mackenzie Thai Elmie Tian Angelina Wong Eliza Wong Reina Yu Brielle Zhao Boey Zheng Mia Zhu Emily Rose Zraika

Kindergarten Emma Alam Eva Ali Ahmed Veronica Ao Isabella Bai Alaiya Baroudi Jasmine Cavalera Charlotte Chan Annabelle Char Airlie Chen Mia Chen Yijun (Yuyi) Chen Carina Cheung Antonella Crook Zihan (Coco) Du Ella Eggers Ashley Giang Agatha Guo Juliette Ho Jocelyn Hu Hannah Huang Camilla Hutchison Nina Hutchison Rose Huynh Ruby Jenkins Abbeygayle Jin Sienna Kc Kivara Krishnan-Laforgia Rumi Kurihara Kaitlyn Lee Amber Li Dorothy Li Kayla Li Chenxin (Nini) Luo Carlissa Ma Yasmine Maswasskhel Kara McLornan Kathleen Meng Lauren Moussa Jade Neeld Charlotte Ngo Chloe Nguyen Ellie Ou Nicole Peng Amelia Shi Audrey Stillone Gwynevere Sumantri Muskan Thapa

Hunter Tran Lily Trinh Lexie Wang Sophie Wang Charlotte Wong Yuet Ching (Charlize) Wong Avery Wu Ivy Youssef Queena Zhang Yaqing (Yara) Zhang Clara Zhu Catherine Zoghbi Year 1 Esther Bastin-Loy Jordan Carattini Elsie Chen Alexis Choo Alina Choy Aurelia Christoff Imogeon Chung-Tan Sofia El Charkaoui Matilda Elsegood Leah Gao Skylar Gu Annabel Han Charlotte Ho Katherine Huynh Nidhirupa Jaikanth Yinuo (Eno) Jin Kaira Lal Airley Li Elizabeth Lim Valeria Lin Verthandi Liu Elyse Ma Holly Martin Charlotte McKenzie Selena Nguyen Sofia Nguyen Emily Obaid Opera Park Ramida (Reily) Phanngam Kylie Pita Culqui Sharaya Ratnakumar Cherry Ren Riona Sengupta Christina Shi

Simone Sidhom Esther Sim Julia Singh Loretta Thamin Mavis Wang Yumo (Belle) Weng Nora Wijesinghe Serene Wong Olivia Yang Yingyi (Ruby) Zhao Zoe Tianyue Zheng Bella Zhu Lara Zhuge Year 2 Syra Advani Kate Alarcon Dominguez Mialina Angell Aisha Ashour Lakshmi Bedadam Harper Begnell Victoria Bongiorno Petrice Cassar Jingya Chen Qiuming (Joy) Chen Isabella Cheng Keira Dempsey Ha Kim Ngan (Selina) Doan Lauren Eggers Hanadi Elkordi Elizabeth Feng Isabelle Galilee Maya Ganda Jaiyana Habib Charlotte Hu Amelia Xiaohan Huang Olivia Huang Zoe Huang Alana Jin Livia Li Amelia Libdy Amelia Lim Victoria Lim Alice Lin Annabelle Ling Audrey Liu Noelle Liu

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Emi Liu Selina Lo Lillian Ma Lily Marnane Cressida Marriott Natasha (Gem) McGuire Yuan Mila Camila Morcos Colette Myssy Olivia Ngo Jinnuo (Emily) Nie Inneke Nielsen Colette Obaid Tahra Peries Chloe-Marie Robic Edith Savage Anaisha Sharma Aida Sidhom Sahana Siva Maya Srisathkurunathan Amelia Stillone Shuyuan (Rhianna) Sui Ayla Sumantri Lynn Suwanjarat Chloe Tang Anouk Thorley Alyssa Trinh Evelyn Tsang Alicia Wen Delaney Wiedner Emily Wong Madeleine Wong Claire Wu Ziqi (Christine) Wu Hoi Cing (Jesslyn) Yong Gracelyn Zhan Angela Zhang Jingxuan (Emily) Zhong Jiahao (Amy) Zong Lujayn Zreika Year 4 April Adams Xiaoni (Nina) Bai Zoe Baker Beatrice Bastin-Loy Henrietta Britton Miya Cai Laura Chang Erin Chen Ruoqing (Vanilla) Chen Olivia Cheng Sum Yeung Cheng Ellyson Chung-Tan

Amaya Clapham Freyja Clifford Mariangel Corrales Solano Sophie Dowd Calais Durie Caitlin Eadie Angelina Galilee Miranda Ho Delilah Hodgson-Fopp Verity Hodgson-Fopp Lana Hutchison Kiana Jain Isabelle Kerr Tara Kljajevic Amelia Ko Becky Kwan Gu Stella Lacchia-Schmidt Hayley Lam Caitlyn Law Amelia Lee Serena Li Charlotte Lim Sarah Lin Miao Miao Liu Leah Maidment Brittany Mok Charlotte Mok Avni Narang Vaani Narang Asher Nevill Sienna Nguyen Skye Nguyen Peita Nikolakopoulos Jessica Nunn Siyul Park Eloise Qiu Mia Yao Reeve Isabella Rocca Isabella Sapolyo Anaya Sharma Leanna Shen Avianna Tanios Anushkaa Thadani Zhiyan (Olivia) Wang Wanxuan (Sherry) Wei Xinyi (Olivia) Wen Yuxin (Dora) Weng Caitlyn Wong Sabine Woodhouse Maggie Xu Amanda Zhang Year 5 Scarlet Akers

Naomi Ang Isabel Archer Kiara Assassa Audrey Barnes Macy Bellew Peta Bianchi-Howden Ottilie Bishop Annika Bou Drew Bradshaw Mikayla Brown Lara Byrnes Victoria Cassar Alannah Chan Aashani Chandramohan Irene Chau Elana Chrun Emma Cook Catherine Coorey Kyrani Countouris Eloise Dastyari Carla Di Leo Sienna Dib Eshani Dilipumakanth Poppy Frederick Hannah Girgis Niamh Gorman Scarlett Gromann Joyce Guan Daisy Han Maya Haysom-McDowell Audrey Henderson Elizabeth Horvath Chloe Huang Eve Hutchison Grace Ingram Yue (Jesselle) Jiao Mia Jin Mishika Kapadia Sienna Khouzame Mia Li Grace Liang Averie Ling Aaliyah Liu Genevieve Livesey Alexis Lovett Mary Marshall Caoimhe McAtamney Arielle McBrien Victoria McNamara Qaylah Mohamed Isabelle Ng Genevieve Nguyen Shantelle Nguyen Victoria Nguyen

Carlyn Nie Zara Pandher Vera Papaluca Ariana Paterson Charlotte Pepper Craparotta Remy Pereira Henriette Pitman Lyla Ram Gemma Richards Caitlyn Rodrigues Avery Satchcroft Jazelle Sayed Souad (Jaiyanna) Sayed Scarlett Seabourne Tara Siddharth Georgia Sioutas Olivia Smith Clara Southwood Olina Stephen Ava Storey Lily Sugianto Matilda Taor Sarah Tian Bailey Tong Estella Tran Audrey Truong Mariella Tsolis Ines Vieira Victoria Wai Michelle Wang Yuanke (Alicia) Wang Francesca White Vivienne Woon Annabella Xiang Hei Yi (Hailey) Yam Camellia Yao Katherine Zhai Emma Zhang Kexin (Kathy) Zhang Annabelle Zhou Xiaodan (Alice) Zhou Rayna Zhu Year 6 Alice Baker Taylor Bakir Amelia Becker Gaia Bigolin Alice Boddam-Whetham Annaliese Bott Dora Cai Sofia Callegaro Kristy Che Elly Chen

Lilian Chen Ashley Clapham April Cookson Sophia Correia Zoe Craig Manjima Dutta-Gupta Cassandra Eadie Olivia Eddy Kamora Edwards-Ware Kimia Ferdose Zoe Fotoulis Chelsey Gao Peiyan (Elise) Gao Shiloh Gao Qing (Queeny) Guan Aleena Habib Indiana Hill Charlotte Hing Alexandra Huynh Faith Huynh Christa Jeyasingam Felicity Jones Anaahat Kahlon Ashwini Kanesalingam Mariette Karam Abigail Kerr Aerin Kim Daphne L’Estrange Ella Le Kayla Hoi Wei Leung Mia Licenblat Jessica Lim Sherlyn Lin Helen Liu Yang Yang Liu Alita Lloyd Sadie Lucas Jasmine Luo Maggie Ma Yasmin Maidment Ava Marnane Beatrix Marriott Erin McCrudden Cayla Mellare Elle Monteleone Cherie-Louise Moses Lucy Murphy Leona Nadarajah Alannah Ng Vivienne Nguyen Zara Nicholias Fedra Nikolakopoulos Chloe Nunn Caitlin O’Shea

Abby Pattison Quynh (Anna) Pham Claudia Pruscino Jing Wen Qiu Keira Ritchley Savannah Robinson Abira Sanan Emilia Sarayar Stella Scott Selina Shan Keyara-Leigh Stojanovski Alicia Suen Georgia Sutton Angela Thorn Evelyn Tran Dorothy Trimble Hayley Trinh Bao (Vy) Truong Emily Tu Gemma Verden Ruby Vincent Mila Waldron Olivia Wang Emily Ward Charlotte Williams Eloise Woodhouse Aeris Wu Freda Xie Adora Xu Arianna Xu Lavinia Luoyi Xu Frida Yao Lydia Ye Isla Young Hui (Elina) Yu Zoe Zlamal Year 7 Layla Abdelrahim Delilah Abernethy Raphaëla Ades Brianna Ai Yasmine Allam Mya Allan Raphaella Athanasiou Erin Banyer Margot Bell Lexie Bellew Jenna Benn Evangeline Black Dimity Bombotas Audrey Buck Olivia Burke Imogen Bush

Justine Cable Cailise Campbell Zara Cardoso Emma Cardwell Madeleine Cassidy Chloe Cassimaty Natalie Chan Mila Chau Zahraa Chehab Zining Jenny Chen Jasmine Chib Euna Cho Sophie Chuang Alicia Chung Lucia Cicinelli Sophia Clarke Téa Costin Anastasia Countouris Juliet Crozier Leela Das Madeleine Davison Ivy Doan Madeleine Dowd Sophia Du Nella Duncan Charlotte Fabri Ciara Ferguson Cathy Ge Ariahna Giann Raquel Gill Freyja Gray On Ying (Grace) Guo Bethany Haddad Ainnie Hao Matilda Hardy Lucinda Ho Amelia Hodges Sophie Hong Isabella Horvath Chantel Huda Maya Hutchison Evelyn Huynh Scarlett Innes Weishan (Elsa) Jiang Alisha Ji-Lee Olivia Kalamvokis Janani Kanthathas Chelsea Keomanivong Sofia Kljajevic Aditi Knowles Arabella Kuo Ceyda Kuscu Michaela Kwaan 253

Victoria Lacchia-Schmidt Cecilia Lau Audrey Lazar Avery Lee Hana Lee Bowen (Bonnie) Li Elisa Li Gabriela Lim Jenny Lin Lauren Liu Clementine Lonergan Emma Luu Aurora Ma Georgina Maniscalco Lucy Martin Francesca Masters Jaya Mehta Ava Lingxi Meng Lola Merlino Ellie Moran Penelope Moutos Sienna Munoz Lara Murray Baolan Nguyen Bella Yan Nguyen Charlotte Nguyen Chiarah Nguyen Megan Nguyen Sally Nguyen Trang Ha (Summer) Nguyen Scarlett O’Connell Lucy Oh Ruth Overton Anika Pabathi Ciara Patterson Emily Pattison Olivia Pattison Larissa Pham Scarlett Pham Thuy Bich (Kelsey) Pham Elizabeth Pidcock Sienna Pizzinga Anna Poortvliet Chloe (Alex) Price Jade Qi Connie Rawson Joumana Reehman Isabella Ritchie Eva Rocca Sophia Ronan Claudia Rowe Aleeya Sharma Aurora Sharma 254

Louise Shaw Camille Sheehan Aleyna Sibai Olive Rose Simmons Amara Sivagurunathan Asher Sivanesarajah Audrey Sivyer Tia Spyropoulos Zara Stewart April Surachanchai Imogen Sutton Charlotte Sweeney Phoebe Tang Giselle Tanios Lily Tao Olive Taylor Grace Thai Aanya Thakkar Maeve Thornton Alicia Tien Chloe Tiong Yan Hei Rosanna Tsoi Nayana Vanza Yuexin (Alicia) Wang Caitlin Ward Amelia Winnall Amelie Wolrige Eloise Wong Angelyn Xiang Anny Xie Frances Yi Wen Xie Chloe Xu Danielle Xu Ivy Xu Kaitlyn Yang Xinran Yang Jocelyn Yao Charlotte Yiu Juliet Zein Alexis Zhang Shuyao (Lilian) Zhang Sienna Zheng Jiayu (Isabella) Zhuo Ella Rose Zraika Year 8 Tamara Abdelrahim Adelaide Akers Ruby Baker Grace Barnes Anastasia Barr Berrocal Kathryn Bentley-Lampe Molly Bentley-Lampe Arya Benton

Anneka Bigg Audrey Boulton Tilly Bremberg Ava Brown Zoe Brown Niamh Canadas Lauren Carmody Ethelia Cassar Kimberley Chung Sienna Clark Sibylla Coleman Bridget Cortis-Jones Darcy Costello Ruth Costello Amelie Cowling Georgie Coxsedge Hannah Dastyari Avery Dauphinee Estelle Davies Arisa Ginny Dela Cruz Yolanda Deng Alisha Dhaliwal Eva Diessl Amy Doan Elizabeth Doan Kaliya Edwards-Ware Stephanie El’Atrache Harlow Elsibai Elizabeth Faraj Eimear Farrell Evie Fergus Isabel Floro Celeste Flynn Noelle Foo Victoria Gerontakos Jade Giang Madeleine Girgis Katie Goldring Emma Gormly Olive Green Vivian Greenwood Tina Guan Jessenia Habib Indigo Hannah Marni Heavener Anvi Hegde Ingrid Henderson Georgie Henning Nina Hespe Emily Highett-Smith Ashlee Hoang Joanna Houllis Angelina Huang

Hannah Hunter Stella Inthavong Chloe I-Rajah Iris Ji Xanthe Johnson Sasha Juel-Smart Emma Kanaan Sienna Kang Sua (Aurora) Kang Piya Kaur Tasha Kirby Megan Kuit Nikhita Kumar Summer Le Amy Lee Charlotte Lee Isla Leung Matilda Li Grace Likely Katelyn Lim Olivia Lin Yik Ki Lin Lavinia Liu Tabitha Lloyd Chloe Lu Taylor Lu Charlie Macdonald Victoria Marchese Piper Maroney Zoe Marshall Eloise Martins do Vale Maya McBrien Ainslie McCallum Olivia McGovern Rachael (Pip) McGuire Addison McShane Rachael Ming Ilia Morelli Roma Nadubeedi Anakha Nalliah Yunqi Ellie Ni Mara Nichols Soraya O’Connell Chloe Oh Celeste Ong Michelle Ou Megan Ouyang Veronica Pan Milla Papaluca Zara Paterson Leanne Pham Phuong (Janice) Pham Melisande Pitman

Hemani Ramesh Elizabeth Ravens Sabine Rezainia Talia Richards Olivia Ristevski Sierra Rowe Leyla Sapolyo Ada Savage Greta Sharp Matilda Shipard Tehya Sivanesarajah Holly Skowno Matisse Snaidero Georgina Solly Jasmine Son Jasmin Srisathkurunathan Aalea Stephen Lucy Stoddard Emma Sugianto Caydence Sumantri Maya Thomson Hei Lam (Rianna) Tsang Niamh Tulloch Emily Van Der Westhuizen Stella Vincent Elyse Vivash Amélie Wallace Carol Wang Zixuan (Michelle) Wang Mia Waterhouse Joanna Williams Liesl Wong Katherine Woo Cloris Xu Minna Yates Anna Yin Carreen Zhang Rima Zhang Sarah Zhang Yuxi (Ivy) Zhang Tsz Ham Grace Zhao Year 9 Adelaide Abernethy Sophia Antipas Lucia Barrington-Higgs Evelyn Bell Rime (Reem) Bentayeb Ilaria Blanco Jemima Blake Jodhi Bou Enid Boyd Elisha Brown

Qianyu (Olinda) Cao Madison Chantler Skyla Chau Chelsea Chen YanXi (Amelia) Chen Zihan Joanne Chen Carina Chu Amelia Chung Charlotte Cleland Alyssa Corbett Lilly Crowe Lu Jin (Lucy) Cui Thea Grace Davis Georgia Delis Jiaqi (Regina) Ding Charlotte Djamhur Josephine Doan Alaska Durie Orianna Ellis Lily Essex Amy (Judo) Fallick Yianna Fanos Luella Farah Lucy Fickler Isabelle Forster Ellen Gadsby Emma Gao Eleni Giannacopoulos Hannah Grave Guan (Gigi) Guan Anika Gupta Harriet Hatton Rebecca Ho-Bui Charla Howard Sophia Hu Charlotte Hughes Emily Hutchins Defne Isikli Sophia Ivannikova Sacha Jeyasingam Niamh Johnson Marayah-Kai Johnson Clayton Diar Kabaha Gurnaaz Kahlon Yasmine Kanagaratnam Subin (Stephanie) Kang Yerina Kang Meena Kanthathas Nicola Keast Stephanie Keo Hannah Koh Grace Kuman Charlotte Latham

Chloe Lay Violet Le Ashley Lee Janice Leong Tin Wing (Cheylene) Leung Ophelia Li Pui Wai (Evelyn) Li Samantha Li Chloe Shubei Lin Rose Lin Eleanor Longcroft Annabelle Mansfield Eleanor McKeough Ava McLean Alana Mellare Chloe Miller Priya Mohan Holly Moore Isabella Munoz Sanaya Nair Carla Najdek Kyra Narang Angelina Ng Chloe Nguyen Lam Nguyen Olivia Nguyen Hannah North Lila O’Keeffe Hannah Olsson Angela Ong Hellen Ou Anna Overton Alexandra Pajarillo Isla Pavlakos Kate Peadon Angela Pham Hayley Pham Krystal Pham Soraya Phillips-Bates Ines Elise Prince Amritha Ravichandra Amelie Rettig Mia Rice Georgina Rowles Summer Ryan Aaliya Salim Aaliyah Sawan Eadie Scott Aashi Shah Baylie Shen Mabel Ida Sherwin Georgia Sinclair Riya Singh

Ashika Sivarajah Stephanie Ivy Skilton Lily Smith Chloe Ha Eun Song Alessandra Spina Jocelyn Su Chelsea Sumich Yasmine Teoh Rose Turner Alice van der Stel Isabella Vangestel Zaina Verma Liana Wai Imogen Walker Stella Wallace Andrea Yixuan Wang Isabel Warusavitarne Imogen Wong Mikayla Woon Angelina Xu Ranmeng Yang Sophie Ye Heather Yeon Clarice Yeung Kei Lok (Joycelyn) Yong Yue (Elly) Yu Lindsay Shi Han Zeng Lila Zheng Aaliya Zhou Allura Zhou Year 10 Tilly Ackland Layla Alameddine Julinar Alshehabi Zoe Andrews Katrina Athanasiou Erin Barrett Rebecca Beaton Genevieve Beattie Annette Benn Grace Bettar Shona Bevis Rhiti Bhatta Zoe Bigg Stephanie Bombotas Allegra Carlini Maalika Chalak Phoebe Chee Allegra Chiang Ching Huen (Jenna) Chiang Julia Choi Laila Chopra

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Kushla McCaul Giuliana McCluskey-Voigt Katherine McKeon Seraphine McNamara Isabelle Millgate Alexis Morcos Inez Murray Sasha Murray Gauri Nathan Isabelle Ng Cathy Nguyen Han Nguyen Linh (Jenny) Nguyen May Nguyen Nha Vi (Bella) Nguyen Sallia Nguyen Tina Nguyen Anna Obaid Georgia O’Connor Camille Ong Yuuki Onuma Leylim Ozer Youran (Olivia) Pan Xinyi (Vivian) Pang Eve Parker Georgia Pasas Olivia Pham Jillian Pidcock Zoe Pollard Lilah Randall Zoya Rezainia Ava Roins Dina Saeed Aryana Sah Carina Savoca Holly Scalise Katie See Hannah Shortus Haegan Sitou Anisha Sivagurunathan Stella Sivyer Maria Stamoulos Emma Sullivan Jianqiao (Bridget) Sun Qixuan (Elena) Sun Olivia Sun-Ryan Elyssa Tai Eri Takeshita Claire Taylor Zoe Taylor Amelia Tchan Genevieve Thai Isabella Townsend

Mia Tsakos Ivana Tsaloukas Elena Tulloch Layla Van Jordan Vo Sophie Winnall Ze Wong Tess Wright Emily Wu Yoyo Wu Zheng Yan (Jane) Xia Jessie Xu Laurelle Yim Julia Zarlenga Phoebe Zein Joyce Zhang Mile Zhang Emily Zhou Isabella Zhou Tracy Zhou Amal Zogheib Jemima Zoud Year 11 Maya Al-Soufi Natalie Andrianakos Amelia Armstrong Aleeza Asif Nicole Audi Ella Baker Hannah Banks Eve Banyer Laura Baquero Arcila Myfanwy Barrett Lara Bazzi Allegra Bechini Misha Behi Angelina Bezic Kristina Bitar Sophia Bucci Abigail Bush Sarinna Cai Alexia Carisio Sarah Carmody Olivia Cassell Nadia Chan Wing Tung Bernice Chan Hannah Chessell Riya Chib Tiffany Chong Erin Clowes Christina Coffey Isla Costin Lucy Coxsedge

Cassia Davies Emily Davis Zyah De Araujo Zara Dhawan Isabella Dodd Shipsey Ruby Durant Emily Ea Kirriana Edwards-Ware Ava Eshragi Ava Farah Jasmine Fordyce Natalia Gadelrabb Madura Gaikaiwari Philippa Gao Zoe Gao Marirose Giann Ellie Girard Elizabeth Goh Lana Goodall Sophia Grave Michaela Green Isabel Gregory Maya Gupta Serena Eunjin Ha Felicia Hannah Madison Hassiotis Halle Hiss Kaitlyn Hoang Liliana Hollands Chloe Ho-Shon Eloise Hope Sky Humphries Alyssa Hur Lucinda Hutchins Madina Ioakimidis Tascha Ireland Tahlia Jeffery Christine Jin Mia Johnston Vadeesha Kanagaratnam Amaya Karunakaran Sameera Khatri Elissa Kim Hayoung (Lily) Kim Pamela Kotsis Imogen Langella Sharon Laurens Angelina Le Amy Lee Claire Lee Laureen Leong Amy Li Shine Liang

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