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Spring Into Excellence Celebrating achievements across Sport, Performing Arts and Academics. October 2026
October 2026
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Building Connection Through the House Program For many students, the move from primary school to secondary school is filled with equal parts excitement and uncertainty. New classrooms, new friendships and new expectations can make those first days feel daunting, not only for students but for parents as well. For Mitre House Tutor Kelsey Fox, this year's graduating Year 12 cohort represents far more than a class of students. Since welcoming them as nervous Year 7s, she has supported the same group throughout their entire secondary school journey, sharing in their challenges, achievements and growth over six formative years. Their experience reflects one of the defining strengths of the St Michael's House Program. By remaining connected to the same House throughout their Senior School, students develop trusted relationships, a strong sense of belonging and a support network that extends beyond classrooms and year levels. The continuity of the program enables House Tutors to build meaningful connections not only with students, but also with their families, creating a foundation of trust that grows over time. Reflecting on the past six years, Kelsey speaks of the privilege of watching students develop from shy 12-year-olds taking their first steps in the Senior School into confident young adults preparing for life beyond St Michael's. "The consistency has meant we've been able to build strong relationships with parents and students alike," she says. "I've been there through the ups and downs, whether that's academic challenges, friendship issues, successes or setbacks." The impact of these long-term relationships is felt by students as well. Many describe the value of having a consistent and supportive adult who knows them, understands their journey and is always there to offer guidance. The experience has also helped strengthen friendships within the House, fostering a genuine sense of community and connection.
Welcome, Class of 2026! Recently, we were delighted to host our Year 12 Quad Party: Introduction to Life as an Old Michaelian, a special celebration marking the beginning of our students' journey into the Old Michaelian community. The event gave the Class of 2026 a chance to connect with one another and gain an insight into the lifelong friendships and networks that await them beyond graduation. Each student was also presented with an alumni bag as a welcome gift. A highlight was welcoming back Class of 2025 Co-Captains Hayden Parker and Nick Parker, who shared their experiences of life after school and offered encouragement ahead of final examinations. We wish all Year 12 students every success and look forward to officially welcoming them into the Old Michaelian community very soon.
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Celebrating Strong 2026 NAPLAN Results Every year, NAPLAN offers a snapshot, one moment among many that shows how our students are growing as learners. This year, that snapshot tells an encouraging story, one that reflects both the effort of our students and the expertise and commitment of our teachers. Across Years 3, 5, 7 and 9, we can be proud of an impressive overall NAPLAN profile. In 2026, approximately 85% of student results were within the Strong or Exceeding achievement bands, continuing a pattern of consistent improvement across recent years. Importantly, the proportion of students in the Exceeding band has also grown, rising from 28.9% in 2024 to 33.5% in 2026. It's a result that speaks to more than strong performance overall; more of our students are now reaching the highest level of achievement.
What's Behind the Numbers In the Junior School, this has included the implementation and refinement of evidenceinformed approaches such as Little Learners Love Literacy and The Writing Revolution, part of our broader work to strengthen writing instruction, sentence-level precision, vocabulary development and disciplinary literacy. In the Senior School, significant investment has been made in targeted literacy testing and intervention, utilising evidence-based programs such as MacqLit and Reinforced Reading. Our Learning Services team has been very much at the forefront of comprehensive data collection and analysis in ensuring that the specific needs of each student are understood and tracked.
Writing: A Standout Two Years Writing has shown significant improvement across the School, with the average mean score rising from 544.5 to 560.0 over the last two years, and the proportion of students in the Strong and Exceeding bands climbing to 90.4%. Year 5 Writing was a particular highlight, with the mean score increasing from 512 in 2024 to 553 in 2026, and 95.9% of students now achieving in the Strong or Exceeding bands. A Steady, Sustained Lift in Numeracy We are equally pleased by the steady lift in Numeracy across the School — from an average mean score of 536.0 in 2024 to 558.8 in 2026, with Strong and Exceeding results rising from 83.4% to 88.8%. The improvement is evident across multiple year levels, reflecting a consistent, long-term focus on strengthening mathematical understanding, fluency and confidence.
We warmly congratulate our students on these achievements. NAPLAN is only one measure of learning, but it offers a useful external reference point, helping us evaluate the impact of our programs over time. The School's sustained focus is generating clear evidence of improvement, particularly in Writing, Numeracy, and the growing proportion of students achieving at the highest levels. Where We're Looking Next High-quality schools keep looking closely at the data, even when the overall picture is strong. Our analysis has highlighted opportunities to further strengthen aspects of Literacy, particularly Spelling, Grammar and Punctuation across the early and middle years. The 2026 NAPLAN results affirm the direction of our work and the strength of our teaching culture. We are proud of our students, grateful to our teachers, and confident that the foundations now in place will continue to support excellent learning outcomes for every student.
Melbourne’s West Just Got Closer The Werribee, Laverton and Williamstown lines now run straight through to the Sandringham line as one continuous service. Students travelling from the west to Windsor Station, a short walk from St Michael's, no longer need to change trains. It is now one direct trip all the way to school.
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The official launch was marked by the inaugural panel discussion, Education in an Age of AI and Ecological Crisis, expertly facilitated by Matt Heinrich. The evening brought together leading voices in education, sustainability and ethics, Professor Marcia McKenzie, Dr Hamish Curry, Dr Sara Tolbert and Orla Glynn, alongside a special video address from environmental humanities scholar Professor Kate Rigby.
Launching the Centre for Earth and Ethics On 20 August, St Michael’s Grammar School proudly launched the Centre for Earth and Ethics, a new partnership-focused hub dedicated to exploring the ethical, ecological and educational challenges shaping our world. Founded on the belief that how we live as part of the Earth is fundamentally an ethical question, the Centre seeks to deepen understanding and inspire practical action towards more sustainable and equitable futures. Grounded in the St Michael's values of Dignity, Respect, Care and Compassion and guided by a commitment to Explore, Envision and Enact, the Centre will create opportunities for environmental research, collaborative partnerships and community engagement.
The discussion explored a range of thought-provoking themes, from the environmental demands of rapidly expanding artificial intelligence technologies to the changing role of education in preparing young people for an increasingly complex future. A particularly powerful theme was the role of hope in education, with speakers highlighting the capacity of young people, including our youngest learners, to contribute to positive environmental and social change. Looking ahead, the Centre for Earth and Ethics will focus its work across three interconnected pillars. Through Explore, it will support ethical and impactful environmental research. Through Envision, it will foster partnerships between schools, researchers and community organisations. Through Enact, it will create events and initiatives that bring people together to learn, share ideas and take meaningful action. We thank our panellists, guests, students and staff for helping launch this exciting new chapter. Under the leadership of Dr Rebecca Lucas, the Centre for Earth and Ethics begins its journey as a place for collaboration, inquiry and action, helping to shape more just, sustainable and compassionate futures for generations to come.
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"I am drawn to making art from objects, discarded books and observations of the world around me," said Davis. "I aim to explore these themes in a way that challenges and provokes thought in the viewer."
RIP IT. CUT IT. PASTE IT. COLOUR IT. For a fourth consecutive year, St Michael's is partnering with fortyfivedownstairs Gallery and artist Robert Lee Davis for the Community Art Card Project, inviting the community to create art together on oversized playing cards for a gallery installation.
Senior School Art Club students have been creating their own cards alongside Robert ahead of the opening. No art experience is needed — everyone is welcome to take part. Exhibiting 6 to 17 October at fortyfivedownstairs, 45 Flinders Lane.
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Book Parade Book Week brought colour and character to the Junior School as students paraded in costume under this year's theme, Symphony of Stories. Dressed as the heroes and creatures of the books they love, students shared their favourite stories with classmates and families who gathered to watch.
Father's Day and Special Friends' Breakfast How great it was to welcome more than 500 fathers, grandfathers, uncles, mentors and special friends to campus for this inaugural event. It was a wonderful morning of connection and laughter, with families gathering across the School to celebrate the important role these special people play in the lives of our students. We began with breakfast at Dolly's, where guests enjoyed coffee and conversation before the day unfolded across our campus. From the youngest members of our Early Learning Centre through to our Senior School students, there was a sense of excitement as families shared a unique glimpse into school life. For our ELC and Junior School families, there were plenty of opportunities to connect through outdoor activities, games and informal catch-ups. Senior School families enjoyed a lively Father's Day Panel and Q&A, featuring students alongside their fathers and special friends. There were plenty of laughs, as well as moments that highlighted the strong relationships between our students and the important role models in their lives. We extend our sincere thanks to all the fathers and special friends who took time out of their busy schedules to join us, as well as the staff, volunteers and the Parent Community Association (PCA) who helped make the morning possible. The morning exceeded all expectations, and we look forward to making this special event a cherished St Michael's tradition for years to come.
Saints take the field at the Geoffrey Ryan Cup St Michael's fielded its First Girls' and Boys' Football teams under the Saints banner at this year's Geoffrey Ryan Cup, played on a cold night at North Port Oval. Despite the chill, the crowd turned out in force to cheer the teams on.
Both sides fought hard but came away without the win on the night. There was plenty to celebrate elsewhere on the ledger, however, with the Year 6 team securing a strong victory of their own. With a first outing as the Saints now behind them, the squads will look to build on the experience heading into next season.
The parade is a highlight of the Junior School calendar, and the imagination on show this year reflected a genuine love of reading across every year level. With thanks to the Knowledge Commons team for involving our Junior and Senior Schools in initiatives across the whole week.
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Thank You for Making the Terry Bux Scholarship Possible On Giving Day, 6 August, the St Michael's community achieved something extraordinary.
$805,011 RAISED OVER 2 YEARS
Thank You! Over the course of Giving Day, our students played a special role in bringing the campaign to life. From making thank-you calls to donors to sharing the story of the scholarship, they helped demonstrate the very spirit of community that Terry championed throughout his time at St Michael's. We would also like to recognise the many staff members, parents, alumni, grandparents, friends of the School and broader community members who rallied behind this shared goal. The success of the campaign was only possible because so many people believed in the opportunity to honour Terry's memory in a meaningful and lasting way.
Together, we reached our two-year fundraising goal of $800,000, securing the Terry Bux Scholarship in perpetuity and ensuring Terry's legacy of care and compassion will continue to change lives for generations to come. Whether through a donation, sharing our campaign, volunteering their time or simply encouraging others to get involved, every act of generosity helped make this vision a reality. The Terry Bux Scholarship was established in honour of Terry Bux, St Michael's beloved Crossing Supervisor, who served the School community for 33 years. Funded entirely through community donations, the scholarship reflects the values Terry embodied every day: Dignity, Respect, Care and Compassion.
The first Scholar will commence in Year 9 in 2027. The scholarship provides comprehensive support throughout the recipient's secondary education, including tuition, educational expenses, an Immersion experience and mentorship from the Head of School, opening the door to opportunities that might otherwise be out of reach. ‘Over the past two years, our community contributed an extraordinary $805,011 to fully endow this scholarship in perpetuity. I am immensely proud of this achievement and deeply grateful to every donor whose generosity will create life-changing opportunities for generations of students to come.’ Judy Quin Director of Advancement
OM Professional Networking In our second Old Michaelian Professional Networking Evening of the year, which focused on entrepreneurship and business, we heard from a panel of accomplished Old Michaelians who shared their career journeys and advice with students considering future pathways in the field. A special thank you to our panellists: · Andrew Scrimgeour (OM 1993), Co-Founder of Brick Lane Brewing and LocalCard · Lisa Cannon (OM 1996), Founder of Lisa Cannon Interior Design Pty Ltd · Nathan Stanley (OM 1999), Founder and Owner of Rails Newport · Yuma Soerianto (OM 2024), app developer, five-time Apple WWDC Scholarship recipient and Stanford University student Keep watch for our next Professional Networking Evening in early 2027, which will focus on law.
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Runners-up at the Home of the Matildas: a landmark moment for Saints soccer For a program taking its first steps under the new Saints identity, a state final appearance sends a strong signal of what lies ahead. The boys can hold their heads high, and the School will be watching closely to see how far this program can go from here.
St Michael's Senior 1st Boys Soccer Team has finished runners-up in the Football Victoria Premier Schools Cup, capping a remarkable campaign with a Grand Final appearance at the Home of the Matildas. The team battled through the rounds into the top four before progressing to the Grand Final, the biggest stage the School's soccer program has ever reached. To go all the way to a state final is an outstanding achievement, and one the whole Saints community can be proud of. The result is a standout moment in what has already been a landmark year for Saints Sport. The program's new partnership with Melbourne Victory Football Club has lifted standards across the board this year, delivering elite coaching, clearer player development pathways and closer ties to the professional game. This result is early proof of that investment paying off.
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Tim Roberts’ Reflections: Understanding the Manosphere Written by Tim Roberts, Wellbeing Ambassador I attended an informative lecture at The University of Melbourne alongside Mr Ben Woodworth, Head of Junior School Student Engagement and Wellbeing. The presentation, Understanding the Manosphere: Risks, Reach and Responsibilities, was delivered by Professor Michael Flood, one of Australia’s leading researchers in gender, relationships and violence prevention. What Is the Manosphere? The manosphere was described as a diverse ecosystem of online anti-feminist and male-supremacist communities, influencers and platforms. Although these groups often present themselves as being focused on men’s issues, masculinity and gender relations, their content is frequently characterised by hostility towards women and feminism. The presentation also explored how the manosphere continues to evolve through the rise of online influencers and so-called “manfluencers”. This content has become increasingly embedded within commercial and monetised online spaces, making it more visible and accessible to young people. Risks for Young People A key message from the lecture was that the manosphere can be harmful not only to women and girls, but also to boys and men and the broader community. Rather than addressing genuine forms of male disadvantage, this content can promote adversarial views of gender and encourage division and conflict. Research shared during the presentation indicated that repeated exposure may contribute to the development of misogynistic attitudes. A Broader Community Responsibility Responding to these challenges requires a coordinated community approach. Recommended actions for governments and policymakers included: Funding evidence-based prevention and gender equity programs. Strengthening the regulation of digital platforms and improving responses to online abuse. Promoting positive alternatives to manosphere content and challenging misogynistic social norms. Sustaining investment in women's services and initiatives that reduce social isolation.
The Role of Schools Schools play a critical role in addressing the risks associated with the manosphere by explicitly teaching respect, healthy relationships and gender equity. At St Michael’s Grammar School, these principles are central to our Wellbeing and Sexuality Education programs and are embedded throughout our educational approach. Recent learning has included Year 5 students exploring the qualities and characteristics of a ‘good man’, while Year 6 students have examined gender-based violence through our Respectful Relationships lessons. Strengthening media literacy and criticalthinking skills is also essential. These capabilities enable young people to question what they see online, recognise harmful messages and navigate digital content thoughtfully and safely. Promoting Healthy Masculinity Educators were encouraged to challenge rigid and patriarchal ideas about masculinity while promoting caring, equitable and emotionally healthy expressions of manhood and personhood. Building empathy, emotional literacy and conflict-resolution skills helps young people develop positive relationships and a strong sense of self. Schools must also continue creating cultures of belonging, equity and inclusion in which every student feels valued and respected. The Role of Parents and Caregivers Parents and caregivers also play an important role. Open, ageappropriate conversations about gender, relationships and online experiences can help children think critically about the messages they encounter. Supporting boys’ emotional development and reinforcing that vulnerability, empathy and seeking help are strengths, not weaknesses can have a significant positive impact on their wellbeing and development. Continuing the Conversation at Home As we reflect on the insights shared during this presentation, I encourage families to speak with their children about the manosphere and how online content can influence attitudes, relationships and behaviour. By working together as educators and parents, we can help our young people develop respectful relationships, strong criticalthinking skills and the confidence to contribute positively to their communities.
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We Asked the Cast: Behind the Scenes of Dare to Dream The Performing Arts Centre came alive this September as Year 6 students took to the stage for Disney's Dare to Dream JR, a vibrant musical revue celebrating imagination, perseverance and the courage to pursue your dreams. Presented across four performances, the production followed a group of aspiring trainees on their first day at a fictional Walt Disney Imagineering Studio. Through well-loved Disney songs and characters, the cast explored themes of friendship and self-belief, reminding audiences that dreams are often achieved together. Featuring music from The Princess and the Frog, Coco, Encanto, Frozen, Pocahontas and Aladdin, Dare to Dream showcased the remarkable talents of our students, both on stage and behind the scenes. The production was the culmination of months of rehearsals, and for many students the experience was about much more than learning songs and choreography. It was an opportunity to step outside their comfort zones and form lasting friendships. Following the performances, we sat down with cast members Frankie, Cecilia and Charlotte to reflect on their favourite moments and what they hope audiences took away from the show. Here is what they had to say.
What has been your favourite part about being in Dare to Dream? ‘I think the set and lighting have been incredible. The fog machine, the lighting effects and all the set pieces make the show feel really special. A huge shout-out to everyone who helped create it.’ Tell us about your role in the show. ‘I play Andreas and my role focuses on the importance of friendship. I perform Friend Like Me from Aladdin and parts of Remember Me from Coco. I even had to learn some Spanish for it.’ What's your favourite Disney song of all time? ‘Mine would have to be Friend Like Me. It's such a catchy song and it's been really fun to perform.’
Frankie
What do you hope people take away from watching the show? ‘I'd say just give things a try. Sometimes opportunities can feel daunting, but you'll never know what you're capable of if you don't put yourself out there.’
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What has been your favourite part about being in Dare to Dream? ‘I love the set design, especially the film-strip effect. It looks so realistic on stage and helps bring the whole show together." Tell us about your role in the show. ‘I perform in Let It Go. I sing parts of the song and dance in the number as well. It's one of my favourite scenes in the show.’ What's the funniest thing that happened during rehearsals? ‘There were a few water bottle mishaps backstage. At one point a water bottle got knocked over near costumes, microphones and technical equipment just before the overture started. It was a very stressful few seconds!’ What's your favourite Disney song of all time? ‘I really like a song from Wish. It's not in our show, but it's one of my favourites at the moment.’
Charlotte
What do you hope people take away from watching the show? ‘I hope students feel inspired to get involved in future productions. Performing can seem a bit intimidating at first, but once you give it a go it's a lot of fun.’
What has been your favourite part about being in Dare to Dream? ‘For me it's been the costumes, the set and the songs. The show features so many Disney favourites that everyone knows and loves, and the choreography has been really fun.’ Tell us about your role in the show. ‘I play Lindsay and perform Just Around the Riverbend from Pocahontas with Jill, who plays Lani. I also have some solo dancing moments during When I'm Older.’ What's your favourite Disney song of all time? ‘I have a lot of favourites, but I'll Make a Man Out of You from Mulan is definitely up there. I've also started to love Dig a Little Deeper and Friend Like Me because of this production.’ What do you hope people take away from watching the show? ‘I hope people realise they can do more than they think. Before this, I was always nervous about singing in front of people. Through this show, I've discovered how much I love performing, and I hope other students have discovered that about themselves too.’
Cecilia
St Michael’s Grammar School named in The Educator's 5-Star Best Schools 2026 This annual report from The Educator recognises schools that create meaningful opportunities for students beyond academic results. Schools are assessed against six pillars, with student wellbeing and holistic development central to the process. For St Michael's, the recognition reflects a learning program that regularly takes students out of the classroom. Students perform and exhibit in some of Melbourne's leading cultural and professional venues, learning in real settings rather than simulated ones. The Exodus outdoor education program builds on this from Year 3 to Year 11, taking students into the landscapes of Victoria and beyond to develop resilience and independence. Underpinning this is a culture of belonging. The School's values of DRCC guide relationships and decision-making across the School, creating an inclusive environment where students are encouraged to lead and explore. The recognition adds to recent external acknowledgement of St Michael's, including the 2024 Australian Education Awards, where the School won Innovation in Learning Environment Design and received an Excellence Award for Primary School of the Year (Non-Government).
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How St Michael's Aerobics Went From Zero to National Champions in Six Months When the scores came out at the National Championships on the Sunshine Coast, two of our Senior School Aerobics squads had won. ‘All the Saints around us went crazy. We were screaming,’ said Year 12 student Darcey. ‘It was absolutely electric.’
From auditions in February through to Nationals, the squads trained at 7am each week, building toward a result nobody expected in year one. ‘At the start of the year we did not think this was a possibility,’ said Year 10 student Reid. The same student-led spirit was on show closer to home this year, with Sarum taking out the Senior House Aerobics title and Cintra in the Junior competition.
The result — two gold medals and a silver — capped the first season of a representative program revived after more than two decades away. St Michael's has a proud aerobics history stretching back to 1993, when the School's inaugural teams first qualified for the Victorian State Finals. Head Aerobics Coach Charlene Peffer was tasked with bringing that legacy back to life. ‘Bringing the program back gave us the opportunity to honour that legacy while creating new pathways for our students,’ Peffer said.
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Australian Education Awards winner for Best Use of Technology The Best Use of Technology category evaluates whether a school's technology meets a genuine need, and the evidence that it has improved student learning. Head of School Gerard Houlihan said improved data access had helped staff ‘identify emerging concerns earlier and coordinate timely interventions, with a marked increase in student wellbeing.’ He added that it had ‘increased accountability and enabled a more holistic, consistent approach to supporting student learning across the School.’ Gerard also had the honour of presenting on the night, acknowledging the winner of the Best First Nations Education Program.
St Michael's Grammar School has been named the 2026 Australian Education Awards winner for Best Use of Technology. The award recognises the School's sustained investment in technology that puts students first.
St Michael's congratulates the Learning Technologies and ICT Team, and all staff whose work made this achievement possible.
The win follows the School's recognition as an Excellence Awardee in the same category in 2025, marking a second consecutive year of national acknowledgement. Several initiatives underpinned the recognition: A unified data platform that brings academic and wellbeing information together in real time, helping staff identify student needs earlier and coordinate support A managed learning device program giving students and staff consistent, well-supported access to technology Responsible adoption of AI, integrated thoughtfully into teaching and learning Recognition as a Microsoft Lighthouse School Together, these initiatives streamline administrative tasks so educators can increase focus on teaching and student wellbeing. At St Michael's, technology is never pursued for its own sake, and every decision places student learning and agency at the centre. Senior School of the Year Excellence Awardee St Michael's was also named a Senior School of the Year Excellence Awardee, recognising consistently high standards of teaching alongside strong student outcomes. The recognition reflects the leadership of Emma McDonald, Head of Senior School and Deputy Head, and the leaders shaping the experience of students in Years 7–12. The submission highlighted Student Agency, the Teaching, Learning and Caring Framework, the revised timetable, Year 9 Unleashed: Tasmania, the new Coleman Courts and the School's partnership with the Parent Community Association (PCA).
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Staff medal at the Victorian Teachers' Games A team of 25 St Michael's staff members competed at the Victorian Teachers' Games over the Term 3 break. The games bring teaching and education support staff together for a program of social and competitive sport, with St Michael's teams taking part in everything from beach volleyball to lawn bowls. Staff returned with four medals: Gold, Pickleball Open Doubles: Mr Heinrich and Mr Phyland Bronze, Badminton Open Doubles: Mr Gulati and Mr Zhang Bronze, Pickleball Mixed Doubles: Miss Ivey and Mr Heinrich Bronze, Mixed Netball: Miss Ritchie, Miss Pinnone, Miss Fox, Mr Heinrich, Mr Phyland, Mr Bainger, Ms Domingo, Miss Seymour, Ms Sauvage, Mr Hines, Miss Ivey and Miss Collings Honourable mention goes to the beach volleyball team comprised of Mrs Armatas, Ms Tonkyra, Ms Napolitano, Mr Bainger, Mr Woodworth and Mr Pearce for exuding enthusiasm and tenacity whilst battling challenging weather conditions on South Melbourne beach. The games gave staff from across the School the chance to connect with colleagues outside their usual teams and we hope to send an even larger group next year.
Auslan interpreters join Seussical TYA
With a record two casts and nearly 100 students involved, all public performances sold out almost immediately. In partnership with Auslan Stage Left, the School is offering this additional performance for Deaf and hard-of-hearing audience members and their families. Priority seating will be available close to the interpreters.
St Michael's Grammar School will present an Auslan interpreted performance of its Years 7–9 musical, Seussical TYA, on Saturday 10 October 2026.
Saturday 10 October 2026, approximately 2.00pm St Michael's Grammar School Performing Arts Centre, St Kilda Complimentary tickets are limited. To reserve, contact the Performing Arts Office at ecarmichael@stmichaels.vic.edu.au or on (03) 8530 3251.
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Restoring a Treasured Legacy: The Devlin Candlesticks
A new St Michael's app and simpler parent login
St Michael’s is fortunate to hold many treasured reminders of its rich history, one being the remarkable Devlin candlesticks housed in the Chapel of St Michael and All Angels.
St Michael's has just launched a new dynamic app for families, along with a simpler way to log in to the School's digital platforms.
Gifted by the Old Grammarians, now Old Michaelians, in the early 1970s, they were designed by renowned Australian silversmith Stuart Devlin, celebrated for creating Australia's original 1966 decimal coin designs. After more than 50 years, the candlesticks had fallen into disrepair and required specialist restoration. Thanks to the generosity of Wayne Guest, accomplished silversmith and partner of Angela Guest (nee Marshall) (OM 1972), these treasured pieces have been carefully repaired and restored.
The new mobile app continues to give parents visibility of their child's learning and School updates, with improved usability shaped by feedback from parents, students and staff. Key new features include the ability to log children's absences directly in the app, visibility of attendance in real time as well as a new ‘backpack’ of key information.
Wayne kindly donated his time and expertise to this project in recognition of the traditions and history of the School. The restoration of these beautiful candlesticks ensures that an important piece of St Michael's story will continue to be preserved and enjoyed for generations to come. We extend our sincere thanks to Wayne and Angela for their kindness, generosity and commitment to preserving St Michael's heritage. Their contribution is a wonderful example of the enduring spirit of the Old Michaelian community.
A simpler login Parents no longer need to remember a numerical username. Instead, they can log in with their preferred email address provided to the School via My Family Pages. Note: each parent received a personalised email on Thursday 1 October with a unique password and options to link an existing Apple, Google or Microsoft account for additional security. We're continuing to work on ongoing improvements to streamline the community’s digital experience with us. Should you require support, please contact the ICT Helpdesk at support.technology@stmichaels.vic.edu.au
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What's on at St Michael’s Twelve - Visual Art and Design Exhibition Opening Wednesday 7 October 5.00pm - 7.00pm fortyfivedownstairs, 45 Flinders Lane, Melbourne St Michael's Grammar School presents Twelve, an exhibition celebrating the work of our Visual Art and Design graduates from the Class of 2026. We invite our community to come along and celebrate the work of our graduating cohort.
Community Art Card Project 6 October – 17 October fortyfivedownstairs, 45 Flinders Lane, Melbourne Be part of our exhibition. Grab a card, let go of perfection, experiment with materials, and see where your creativity takes you! Decorate a playing card and watch as our artworks come together in a vibrant community exhibition.
Exhibition Dates: 7 to 17 October
Years 7–9 Musical – Seussical TYA Theatre for Young Audiences Wednesday 7 – Saturday 10 October Performing Arts Centre, St George’s A vibrant celebration of creativity, imagination, and wonder, Seussical: The Musical TYA draws on many of Dr Seuss’s most beloved stories in a production bursting with colour, humour, and heart.
Celebrating St Michael’s Tuesday 1 December Palais Theatre, St Kilda Join us for our School’s grand celebration to finish off 2026.
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