ISSUE 57 - NOV 2013

Raising the quality of student outcomes was a major focus for the schooling reforms that occurred around the world in the first decade of the 21st century. As a result, in Australia we have seen the introduction of national testing, a new Australian Curriculum and a focus on teacher quality. Now, a broader Education 3.0 reform agenda is emerging on the international scene. This is a response to the changing demands of the workplace and is focused on ‘deep learning,’ global collaboration and rapid changes in technology.

The speed and range of communications and the pervasive use of personal technology devices have created an exciting new environment for educators. More than 1 billion people use the internet, more than 2.7 billion use mobile phones and social networking sites continue to grow exponentially. At CGGS, we have been asking how to best leverage the collaborative possibilities of this technology for our students and staff.

During the past 18 months significant time has been devoted to reviewing the academic curriculum, exploring the latest research and thinking about the emerging trends. While the CGGS curriculum is based around academic disciplines, there is a requirement in the Australian Curriculum to create opportunities for interdisciplinary learning.

During Semester 1 a learning model was developed and a CGGS CHALLENGE program trialled. Students worked in teams to solve problems and increase their knowledge about some of the big global questions that confront all of us in the 21st century. A fundamental premise is that technology has a role to play in giving access to global support networks, expertise and resources.

The groundwork for this to happen is in place. In 2012, we connected to AARNet and CGGS became a Cisco Exemplar School. This will see our School working with students in other places on a variety of curriculum projects that are enabled by collaborative tools such as video conferencing and virtual learning

During the application process, the girls received support and encouragement from their teacher Mr Ian Bennett and Careers Counsellor, Mrs Trish Dolan.

Mr Bennett said: “It’s an enormous amount of work for the students. It was a five-step process involving researching the company and answering complex questions. [PwC] look for good team members. They want smart people, but they’re looking for the all-rounder who can relate well with peers.

PricewaterhouseCoopers is the biggest accounting firm in the world and that adds to the merit. Nancy and Karen can work anywhere in the world after they graduate from university.”

Mrs Dolan agrees: “These positions are highly sought after and the CGGS ethos is reflected in their values. They were both highly motivated, they persisted with their [application] drafts and they asked for help. They did the research about cadetships and courses.”

Nancy admits the process was long, yet both girls stuck together to put their CGGS values to good use. “We made sure we helped each other, tried our best, and did the right thing, the moral thing. It was intimidating at first, but we brushed it off and stuck together.”

“It was a very interesting journey. We tried to do our best and be ourselves,” said Karen. She identified CGGS’ key values that helped both girls to succeed. “Integrity. Being a Camberwell student, there’s a sense of community; we support each other.”

It’s early days for Nancy and Karen to determine which area of accounting they’ll pursue, but it’s clear their cadetships will provide them with the scope needed to make their decision easier. Accounting is “not just a numbers job” so the girls are excited about the possibilities that will arise, not to mention stability and employability. “I’m open to anything, to broaden my perspective,” Karen confirms.

Mrs Dolan also imparts some advice for Year 10s considering cadetships: “Embrace leadership opportunities, take on community positions and think carefully in the next two years about scholarships.”

“I was interested in accounting, and some of my friends applied so I thought, ‘I have nothing to lose’.” It’s lunchtime in the Library and Karen Pang (Year 12) sits with her friend Nancy Chen reflecting on their recent success. Both girls have accepted cadetships with the worldwide accounting firm PricewaterhouseCoopers and they couldn’t be happier.

Their happiness also sparks a sense of relief. Both girls started their journey in pursuing cadetships back in Term 1. After a lengthy process involving careful research, drafting and re-drafting application forms, tests and interviews, Karen and Nancy emerged from a field of hundreds of applicants to secure two of PricewaterhouseCoopers’ 16 cadetships. The cadetships provide an allowance while they study at university, and they receive valuable work experience as well.

networks. In July, a visit to the USA provided the opportunity to meet with Cisco personnel. This was invaluable in finalising the innovative direction that CGGS is taking.

We want our students to achieve their best, to learn by collaborating with students around the world and from different cultures. They need the skills to succeed in the 21st century global environment – and we want to provide the best resources possible for students and our teachers, so that they are all able to continue learning.

Anne Feehan Principal

IMAGES (BELOW FROM LEFT TO RIGHT) Congratulations and Welcome – Mrs Debbie Dunwoody will become the sixth Principal of CGGS in Term 2, 2014. 01

Anne Feehan with Professor Linda Kristjanson, Vice Chancellor and President of Swinburne University. 02 Congratulations and Farewell – Mr Jarrod O’Neill became Deputy Principal of Mentone Grammar in Term 3, 2013. 03

Congratulations on your Baptism Jordan and Abigail – The first students baptised by Rev Creed in our Mountfield Chapel. 04

Karen Pang and Nancy Chen – PwC cadetships awardees. 05

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The Sports Field project has occupied much of 2013 and will result in the provision of excellent sporting facilities. The new Sports Field features a state-of-the-art 100-metre athletics track, natural grass oval, brand new Plexipave courts for tennis, netball and basketball, as well as a Sports' Science Academy. An amphitheatre and upgraded entrance adjoin and complement the complex. A 200,000-litre water tank has also been installed under the oval to safeguard the area during drier months.

Head of Sport Mr Steve Davies says: “The benefits of these new sports field facilities will be enormous. “The Sports Science facilities will benefit our PE classes by providing video analysis for performance review and they will provide valuable data for GSV programs.”

Ms Kath Woolcock, one of our PE staff, foresees these benefits too: “The sports science aspect will provide a means for students to analyse and reflect on technique for a range of fundamental motor skills including striking, basic movement, throwing and catching. This will directly impact on individual performance and, ultimately, success in team sports.”

These new sports resources will ensure CGGS can develop its great programs, as Mr Davies explains: “The variety of venues and space will enable more classes and teams to operate and train at the one time. It also provides us with the opportunity to enter more teams in GSV competitions. The growing Saturday netball program will have a greater number of courts for their teams to train on as well.”

“The versatility of the space will allow us to enhance and expand our already diverse program, both in terms of Physical Education classes and Sport.” Ms Woolcock explains: “It will be possible to provide structured and individualised training for multiple netball, hockey, tennis, softball, soccer, cricket and basketball teams, and it will provide opportunity for a greater number of students to be involved in sport.”

One of the most exciting aspects is the incorporation of the athletics track, which will give CGGS a state of the art athletics training facility. The track surface is the same as that for the London Olympics and Darwin has the only other such surface in Australia.

Off-field advantages will also be elevated, giving students added access to physical activities in an outdoors setting and boosting their wellbeing. “The multipurpose capabilities of the field will enable the PE/Sport department to continue to develop our wellbeing program, whereby existing morning sessions involving strength and conditioning, running, yoga, boxing and pilates can be held outdoors. It is envisaged that the Junior School will make greater use of the new facilities as coordination of space will no longer be an issue,ˮ Mr Davies adds. It is an exciting time for sport at CGGS.

We’ve enjoyed tremendous success across many team sports, and in individual performances in track and field, basketball, snowsports, calisthenics and rhythmic gymnastics.

Our GSV badminton teams won their zones for automatic progression to the finals. Our team came runner-up; an outstanding result at a State Championship level.

Rhythmic gymnast Marlee Shae-Holden (Year 9) won gold, silver and bronze in her events at the 2013 Rhythmic Gymnastics Australian Championships. Laura Cookson (Year 8) won gold at the Junior Championships and Joanne Ling’s (Year 8) team finished with silver. Felicity Vanin (Year 3) and Hannah Moran (Year 6) represented Victoria in calisthenics and their groups finished third overall. Despite atrocious conditions, the snowsport team, featuring twins Madeleine and Claire Gay (Year 9), and Paige Duster (Year 9) competed well in the Victorian Interschools Snowsports at Mt Buller; finishing 18th overall. In basketball, Emma Pearce (Year 9) and her team Vic Metro U/16 secured their grip on the title and won their grand final by 10 points – their fourteenth consecutive title!

Our track and field athletes put in magnificent performances at the GSV Athletics Finals Evening. Melissa Poulton (Year 9) placed third in the 800 metres with a personal best of 2:29.86 seconds. Georgia Bennett (Year 11) came second in hurdles, while Caroline Gray (Year 10) won gold in javelin and Iman Balla (Year 11) defended her long jump title to win gold, and missed out on the GSV record by only a centimetre. The Year 11 Relay team achieved outstanding results too.

We are also proud to report that our Year 5, 8 and 9 Saturday Netball teams won their grand finals in the Boroondara Saturday Competition. The Year 10 and Year 11 teams came runners-up in hotly contested matches.

The CGGS Saturday Netball Club is an independent program that is run in conjunction with the School and all girls from Years 4 to 12 are invited to join.

For further information on how to join the CGGS Saturday Netball Club, please contact:

Kerry O’CallaghanNetball CoordinatorE: ocallaghank@camgirls.vic.edu.au

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Inspiring Sporting Success

The variety of venues and space will enable more classes and teams to operate and train at the one time.

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The Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) was established in May 2009 by the current Australian Government, as an independent authority to oversee the introduction and development of the Australian Curriculum. This new curriculum was guided by the Melbourne Declaration on Educational goals for Young Australians (2008). It sets out the specific learning needs for Australian students in an ever-changing and demanding 21st century.

Over the last eighteen months, Ormiston has been an educational leader in implementing the Australian Curriculum, covering the learning areas of English, Mathematics, History, Science and Geography from Foundation to Year 10. Alongside these learning areas, and as part of the new curriculum, are general capabilities and cross-curriculum priorities. These two features make the Australian curriculum a world leader in curriculum design and innovation.

General capabilitiesThe Australian Curriculum includes seven general capabilities that promote individuals who can manage their own wellbeing, relate well to others, make informed decisions about their lives, become citizens who are able to communicate across cultures, work for the common good and act with responsibility at local and global levels. The general capabilities are:– Literacy– Numeracy– Information, communication technology – Critical and creative thinking– Personal and social capability– Ethical understanding– Intercultural understanding

Cross-Curriculum Priorities These priorities are embedded in all learning areas and focus on individuals having the skills, knowledge and understanding to live and prosper in a globalised world.The cross-curriculum priorities are:– Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander histories and cultures– Asia and Australia’s engagement with Asia– Sustainability

IMPLEMENTATIONOrmiston has fully implemented the new English learning area. Classroom teachers have changed their planning documents to reflect three new strands: Language, Literature and Literacy.

Mathematics Ormiston staff have fully implemented the new Mathematics learning area. Classroom teachers have updated their planning documents to reflect new strands and proficiencies, i.e:Content strandsNumber and algebraMeasurement and geometryStatistics and probabilityProficiency strandsUnderstandingFluencyProblem solving and reasoning

Ormiston’s current planning documents in English and Mathematics reflect the different learning abilities of students through establishing three levels of differentiation within each planned session. These three levels are support, consolidation and extension. In addition to these planning changes, classroom teachers have been using the new achievement standards to assess each student’s overall development.

In Term 2, the 2012 NAPLAN results were released and Ormiston was ranked the top primary school in Victoria.

Ormiston’s Number 1 ranking was based on the NAPLAN’s overall academic performance testing across English and Maths.

Specific work samples are an important part of the new curriculum and Ormiston classroom teachers have been utilising these extensively.

Science Ormiston has fully implemented the new Science learning area. Classroom teachers have awarded their planning documents to reflect new sub strands and inquiry skills, i.e:Sub strandsBiological sciencesChemical sciencesEarth and space sciencesPhysical sciencesInquiry skillsQuestioning and predictingPlanning and conductingProcessing and analysing dataEvaluating and communicating

Classroom teachers have developed a new E5 Instructional Model that covers the sub strands and inquiry skills within the important areas of engage, explore, explain, elaborate and evaluate.

History Ormiston has fully implemented the new History learning area. Classroom teachers have developed their planning documents to reflect new strands such as historical knowledge and understanding, and historical skills.

As with Science, Ormiston teachers are currently exploring the E5 Instructional Model to develop new units of work in History.

In conclusion, learning to collaborate with others and connect through technology are essential skills for students to experience. The goal of every Ormiston student is to develop new knowledge and understandings by solving problems and thinking critically and creatively.

Paul Donohue Deputy Head of Junior School

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The Festival of Music brought together the musical talents of junior and senior students for a night of fabulous music making. Pre-program performances from the flute, clarinet and saxophone ensembles, and the piano quintet, in Robinson Hall, gave audiences an exclusive chance to experience the School’s music program. The audience then proceeded to Barbara Sutton Hall for a stunning progression and programming of musicianship, hosted by School Music Captains Andrea Ko and Jessica Chow. The Festival of Music saw skilled junior girls playing confidently alongside their senior role models in string, vocal, percussion and brass ensembles.

Audiences were later treated to a special finale where 130 students took the stage for a combined orchestra, band and string performance. Congratulations to all the performers and their teachers, in particular Mrs Jennifer Meachem, Ms Catherine Savige, Ms Carena Khoo and Mr Rohan Mack, for this wonderful event.

Junior and Senior students were treated to an entertaining and insightful schedule of special events, which saw a number of practising writers share their wisdom.

A visit from award-winning young adults’ author Gabrielle Williams provided the opportunity for Emma-Jane Gust (Year 9) to host an in-depth conversation with Gabrielle. Afterwards, a group of Year 9s were chosen to participate in an exclusive writing workshop hosted by Gabrielle. “Both the writing workshop and the interview left many of the Year 9 girls better informed about what it takes to be a published author and they were very grateful for this experience,” Emma-Jane confirmed.

Writer and publisher Sarah Brennan gave Year 4s and 5s an insight into writing a riveting story, while Year 6s and 7s were treated to insider knowledge about ‘nailing narrative’ and publishing their own books. Sarah encouraged the girls to exercise their imagination through reading,

and students came away from these workshops with inspiration and exclusive publishing knowledge. The announcement of the Year 6 Picture Storybook Project winners was a highlight of Book Week. Mrs Colleen Rowe, former Ormiston Teacher Librarian, was given the official task of deciding the lucky winners:

Equal 1st – Stephanie Lysikatos and Katia Testarotta ($25 book voucher prize each)Equal 2nd – Hannah Moran and Jacqueline Tse ($15 book voucher prize each)Honourable mention – Mikaela Banitsiotis, Lily Grimley, Harriet Gibson, Beth Poon, Louise Zhang and Nikki Chen

Later in the week, the Ormiston students were excited to dress up as their favourite book characters. Children’s author Meredith Costain led the little ones through a fun-filled morning of parading their colourful costumes and interactive storytelling.

Bookworms Unite at CGGS Book Events

The Senior School production season is an important and popular feature of the CGGS calendar. Each year, cast and crew succeed in constructing quality performances.

Audiences in Term 3 were treated to a program of clever comedic entertainment through the Senior School production – The Love of Three Oranges.

Written by Hillary DePiano and based on a scenario by Carlo Gozzi, The Love of Three Oranges draws on the theatrical style of Commedia dell’ arte. The production presents stock characters and fast-paced, convoluted farcical plots. Audience members

were captivated by a showcase that was full of fruitfully funny moments. Those who attended the production walked away feeling proud of the girls’ artistic talents.

Congratulations and special thanks to all staff and students who worked tirelessly in many roles, both onstage and backstage, to host yet another fabulous annual production.

The love of ThreeOranges

A Fine Festival of Music

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Each year, CGGS welcomes exchange students from around the globe. This semester, the Senior School welcomed students from Germany, China and France, as well as students from other Australian states.

French exchange students Rebecca Demoule and Lauriane Cadiou spent three and a half weeks in Melbourne. They shared some of their experiences while living with CGGS host families and attending Senior School classes.

What are the benefits of being an exchange student?Rebecca: “I discovered the real life of Australian teenagers, I saw how school operates in a country which is not mine, and I met really nice people of the same age.”

Lauriane: “At first, it was hard to understand the Australian accent because I had never heard it before. However, I think, now, my English is better and I can understand it better. It's a fantastic experience.”

What were your favourite subjects while studying at CGGS?Rebecca: “I really liked Camberwell Girls Grammar School; the classes were very interesting. I went to French classes and they were of a high standard. My favourite subjects were History and Maths but I liked every subject.”

Lauriane: “My favourite subject is French of course! But I also loved Forensic Science. This is because I don't have this subject at my school.”

What’s the difference between CGGS and your School back home?Lauriane: “I really liked CGGS. I liked the people, the classes, the building, the subjects, everything! The teachers are very close with the students. For example, the students can ask some questions by email to them. It's very good.”

What else did you do while you were living with your host family?Rebecca: "My host family was really fantastic, and we did a lot of amazing activities. We went to the beach, to Phillip Island, to Healesville Sanctuary, to the city. I also tasted Vegemite and Tim Tam biscuits."

Lauriane: "I stayed with Hollie Goad's family. I visited the Eureka Tower, Federation Square, Docklands, Melbourne Central, The Botanical Gardens, and Albert Park Lake. One Friday night, I went to see an AFL match. Carlton was playing North Melbourne and thankfully Carlton won by one point! I have become very close friends with Hollie. I really miss the Goads."

Shanghai No.3 visits CGGS

In Term 3 we welcomed Shanghai No.3 Girls Middle School.

Together with their teachers, and with the help of Mrs Lin Zhang, the exchange students enjoyed a week of activities and shared knowledge about China and Chinese culture with our students.

Senior students in Mrs Zhang’s Chinese class were taught by their newfound Shanghai peers. They were provided with an informative introduction into China’s largest ethnic group – the Han – and introduced to traditional food, clothing and instruments.

The Shanghai No. 3 students enjoyed learning about Australian culture too. They attended classes with their host students and participated in Food Technology sessions and an introduction to Australian Football. The girls shared the fun of kicking and hand-balling footballs around in the gym under the guidance of Mr Steve Davies.

Iman Balla – School CaptainAs School Captain, what do you want to achieve for yourself and for the School? “I hope my optimism and energy will inspire the girls to strive for their best in School, through teamwork and self-belief.”

What's the best thing about being a student at CGGS? “The sense of belonging you feel within the Camberwell community, the friendships you form and the fun times that come with day-to-day School life.”

What advice do you want to give to your peers in the lead-up to exams and the new academic year? “Don’t leave revision to the last minute; get into it early, tackle your weaknesses and ask for help from teachers and friends. All you can do is try your best and then learn from your mistakes.” You are an outstanding athlete. What is your ultimate goal? “Facing every challenge with a spirit of tenacity, believing that nothing is impossible and not letting anyone tell you that you can’t achieve something.”

Emma Hutchinson – Vice CaptainAs Vice Captain, what do you want to achieve for yourself and for the School? “I would love to get to know everyone in the School. 2014 will be a year of change with the arrival of the new

Principal; I want to help in making sure that we do not lose the basic traditions of our School. For myself, I would also like to improve my confidence and leadership qualities.”

What's the best thing about being a student at CGGS? “There are a lot of good things about being a student at CGGS. We are a tight knit community and everyone is approachable, ranging from the students to the teachers to the principal. From early on in Year 7, I remember that we were taught to be confident and friendly with everybody and not to be afraid to approach others for help. As you go up the year levels, you can really see how all the students have embraced this advice and it creates an open school environment that welcomes all new comers.”

What advice do you want to give to your peers in the lead-up to exams and the new academic year? “I believe that everybody has their own study technique, and that you shouldn't be pressured to study the way someone else may be studying. I think you need to be organised. Once you fall slightly behind, it will be very, very hard catching up without rushing things and not fully understanding the concepts.”

What helps you to achieve your dreams and aspirations? “Setting a goal, then making a list of how to get there always helps. You can tick off each

stage you complete. Gaining the support of your friends and family is also vital because that helps with motivation. If you ever start straying off the path, someone will be there to help you back on it. Remember though, to set realistic goals.

Lauren Louey – Vice CaptainAs Vice Captain, what do you want to achieve for yourself and for the School? “My goal as Vice Captain in 2014 is to inspire all of our girls to be confident and step out of their comfort bubble. There are so many great opportunities at CGGS and I really encourage everyone to be involved.”

What's the best thing about being a student at CGGS? “Camberwell really is such a caring and loving school and I feel privileged to be part of this special environment. I also love all of the opportunities CGGS has to offer in music, sport, social justice and so much more. Camberwell is a place you can discover your true strengths.”

What advice do you want to give to your peers in the lead-up to exams and the new academic year? “Definitely begin preparing from early on! Whether that means beginning to revise your class notes from earlier in the year, writing cheat sheets or cue cards, reviewing old tests and the bits you had trouble on. I know from experience that last minute cramming is never the way to go. The key to exam success is consistent hard work from the beginning.”

What helps you to achieve your dreams and aspirations? “Goal setting helps boost my confidence and sense of achievement. I’m a person who loves to write lists and tick completed goals off.For future dreams that are not so easy to tick off the list, hope and self-belief are very important. I think I really just try to be persistent when trying to achieve big dreams and aspirations.”

(ABOVE FROM LEFT TO RIGHT) Emma Hutchinson, Iman Balla, Lauren Louey.

Introducing our 214 Captains

Bonjour Rebecca & Lauriane

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Dreams and aspirations are the same the world over…

Mrs Trish Dolan has been a careers educator for 25 years. During her career, Mrs Dolan spent 16 years working in Ireland as a Careers Advisor, assisting students to apply for courses at universities in Ireland, the UK and USA. One of Mrs Dolan’s successes in Ireland was taking a fledgling careers service and transforming it into a dynamic careers department.

Mrs Dolan enjoys working with friendly and courteous girls here at CGGS, and assisting the students to make course and career decisions. “That’s the advantage of working in a small school. There's a familiarity with the students and you gain intimate knowledge of their aspirations. I love every day here; the variety and working with girls who have a genuine interest in furthering their careers.”

Mrs Dolan is also making connections with former CGGS students and this is valuable for the career advancement of current students. She’s been delighted with the response from Old Grammarians - their involvement in speaking at Careers events and Mentoring Breakfasts, and offering work experience placements for some of our girls.

Mrs Dolan plans to establish stronger links with CGGS’ alumnae and initiate a work experience register for Year 10s to access when they’re searching for professional, work experience placements. She plans to develop an online Careers Library and introduce career awareness in Years 7 to 9 too. She is a dynamo!

Careers Night: Connecting the OGA

Mrs Dolan introduced a new format for Years 10 and 11 Careers. An evening program gave parents the opportunity to attend with their daughters. This initiative was an enormous success and an informative evening was well attended.

Speakers were recruited from Law, Medicine, Health Services, Vet/Animal Science, Engineering, Science, Media and Communications, Banking and Finance, Real Estate and Property Development, Pharmacy, Entertainment, Psychology/Social Work, Accounting and Business Management, Architecture, Travel and Tourism, Creative Arts and Design, Sports Administration, Marketing, Education, IT and Hospitality.

After an introduction, attendees broke into groups organised around various fields of study and career paths. Each student attended three half-hour sessions, co-hosted by a University representative and a speaker who had studied and worked in the industry.

With the support of many past students we were able to enhance the Careers’ Program by giving students the opportunity to explore their interests prior to subject selection.

The feedback about the new format was very positive. Many of our OGA speakers enjoyed the evening and will participate again.

Special thanks to:Alex Campbell (1997), Alexandra Lee (2001), Angela Iliopoulos (1990), Anna Youngwood (1988), Bec Brown (2003), Carol Woolcock (1962), Claire Kenna (1997), Elisa Rough (1989), Georgie Herbert (1998), Janet Kearns (1975)Katherine Westerman (2009), Margaret Alousis (1994), Megan Spielvogel (1992) Sarah Alvares (1997), Susan Gamble (1995), Yvonne Mah (1988).

Work Experience Placements

Meticulous planning goes into work experience. However, in the week prior this year’s program, two of the placements were cancelled and so an urgent SOS was emailed to past students. The response was overwhelming! Special thanks to Old Grammarians Mandy Mandie (1977) of KOALA Kids, and Kate Hannaford (1996) of Moth Design who kindly arranged placements within their workplaces. We also thank the many past students who emailed offers of assistance.

The girls share their experiences with Mandy and Kate:

Emily So at Moth DesignThe friendly team at Moth Design invited me to create a proposal for the Herald Sun Marquee for the Melbourne Spring Cup Carnival 2013. I had one week to complete the assignment.

Kate Hannaford, gave me ‘speed lessons’ on InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop. Using these skills, I created a successful proposal for the marquee.

Everyone in the Moth Design team made my stay most welcoming and interesting and I was inspired by Kate’s work ethic.

She helped to expand my understanding of the working world and I learnt new skills and techniques that will be useful in the future.

Cat Moore at KOALA Kids KOALA Kids is a non-profit programme of the Children’s Cancer Centre Foundation, which ‘provides the small things that make a difference to the lives of children and young people with cancer and their families’.

Cat says: ‘I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. I understood what KOALA Kids does and their philosophy but I had no idea how much effort and time each volunteer puts into running this brilliant foundation.

A week of being in the company of Programme Manager, Mandy Mandie, opened my eyes. Through Mandy, I learnt small but very important things such as phone etiquette, emailing and note-taking, which I can use in anything and everything I do. During the week, we attended PR meetings, labelled, sorted and counted the ‘small things’ and met people such as Aileen Boyd-Squires, the CEO of Children's Cancer Centre Foundation.

Mandy and I also attended a meeting with Caroline from The Art Cabriolet. This non-profit foundation runs art sessions with children in hospitals such as The Royal Children’s Hospital. I participated in a discussion that decided whether to increase the number of art sessions in cancer centres. This would provide a creative outlet for children who are very ill.

My small contributions to the foundation were worthwhile and I know the small gifts, that I had the honour of packaging, put a smile on children’s faces. Thank you Mandy, for taking time to look after me and teach me so many valuable lessons. I now cherish them.

Year 8 CHALLENGE Week

Barbara Richmond (1962) and Meryl Loy (1957) visited the School for Year 8 CHALLENGE Week. The girls were assigned the task of investigating the question: “Why is work important to human beings?”

They worked in small groups to establish their hypothesis and then tested it by interviewing Barbara and Meryl.

Barbara and Meryl described the types of work they had undertaken, the training and education required for these positions, their job satisfaction and what helped them to achieve this. They also spoke about juggling work and family, and summarised the advantages and disadvantages of working.

Their input was first rate. It stimulated valuable discussion in Year 8 and built confidence in conducting interviews in a formal setting.

We are pleased to advise that the final student presentations were of a very high standard.

MasterChef Julie Allen (Jules) shares some secrets

Social worker Julie “Jules” Allen has dedicated much of her life to helping others. She has also fostered 29 children, helped build a women’s refuge in the Solomon Islands and later set up her own not-for-profit organisation Women and Children’s Care Initiative Incorporated (WACCII). “Cooking and food have been the fundamental healing tool for children,” she said. So, it was only fitting for Jules to be selected as a contestant for MasterChef. As Jules’ experience unfolded, so too did her greater awareness of the importance of her charity work.

Jules returned to Senior School to speak about MasterChef and her experiences of helping others. She delivered messages of acceptance and accepting ones ‘fate’, compassion and empathy. She also stressed the importance of eradicating an ‘us and them’ mentality to help solve many of the world’s issues such as poverty, exploitation, crime and lack of access to basic necessities.

After reacquainting herself with the School and enjoying morning tea with her inspiration, Mrs Jill Bales (who is now retired), Jules went head to head with Kate Brown (Year 12) and Mr Mark Barnett in a Mystery Box Challenge. Students and teachers were asked to donate a gold coin for WACCII. Over $500 was raised.

Jules is an inspiration to the CGGS community and we wish her every success in her work.

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It amazed me that people with so little can still be so generous and kind.

The September holidays provided the opportunity for our PACE group to travel to Thailand. The girls and two staff volunteered their time across many activities including teaching local children English, helping to build community facilities and visiting COSA, a shelter for “at risk” girls. This annual trip to Thailand empowers our girls to undertake voluntary work at an overseas location where basic services and necessities are not available to local people.

Melissa Medici and Anne-Marie Goh (Year 10) provided an insight into their personal experiences while in Thailand, and discovered that by taking action their efforts made a positive impact within these communities.

What did you gain from your trip to Thailand?Melissa: “This trip was very inspiring and empowering. I developed a much greater awareness of the terrible social injustices in the world and also learned the ways in which we can help people and truly make a difference, not simply by donating coins but by personally taking action. It was an enlightening experience; making an impact on the development and future of the various communities, particularly through the building project and English classes.”

Anne-Marie: “The PACE trip gave me the opportunity to engage in experiences; some, I never dreamed of doing – such as milking a goat. The opportunity that I most treasure is meeting and helping various communities. Although we often learn about issues of poverty and human trafficking, for me, these problems often seem distant and almost unreal. The PACE trip really brought these issues to life as we met amazing, resilient people who are directly affected. Even better, we were able to help.”

What did you learn about the communities you visited?Melissa: “A noticeable feature of all the communities we visited was the positivity displayed by the Thai people and the close connections shared by all members of the community. This was most evident at COSA, a shelter for trafficked and ‘at risk’ girls. All the girls were so happy and resilient, despite the tough circumstances they may have faced. After only a short while, girls from COSA and CGGS had established a strong bond. It amazed me that people with so little can still be so generous and kind.”

Anne-Marie: “Throughout our trip to Thailand, we met a variety of communities including the COSA girls, the hill tribe villagers, the close knit family at the Healing Hands Foundation and the school children who, for a week, were our English students. We learnt about the troubling issues currently affecting these communities: poverty, lack of opportunity, human trafficking and racial discrimination. In addition to this, we also witnessed the common traits of strength, resilience and optimism that all of these communities shared. It was phenomenal to see the different ways in which these communities sustain their lifestyle and offer help to others despite their own difficult situations.”

What were the biggest challenges you faced and how did you overcome them?Melissa: “One of the biggest challenges was the language barrier, mainly when teaching English classes. Although it was hard to teach the young children basic English when they could barely speak Thai, we were able to overcome this barrier by acting out, drawing and playing a variety of fun and active games to keep the children engaged. We were also faced with wet and muddy building conditions but as a group we persevered and continued

to build, render and paint to the best of our abilities, whilst still having a memorable time.”

What did this trip teach you about life?Melissa: “Most importantly, the trip has taught me to be appreciative of the life I live, including the rights I have because I am Australian. Not everyone is lucky enough to have the privileges we have, but throughout this trip I became increasingly aware that often those with less are happier than those with great wealth. We should be thankful for the life we were born into and should aim to give the same opportunities to everyone in the world, especially those less fortunate.”

Taking Action –PACE Travelsto Thailand

Thank you to Heather for bringing her uniform and photographs. This was another wonderful way for the Class of 1983 to reflect on school days. In addition, we would like to thank the talented Alison Goodman for donating two of her novels as a door prize: ‘The Two Pearls of Wisdom’ and its sequel ‘The Necklace of the Gods’. How fitting for an Opulent Pearl themed event.

It was clear to see the important role that the School, teachers and friendships have played in the lives of our Alumnae. The common message in the reunion booklets highlighted supportive and caring teachers, wonderful friendships and warm camaraderie amongst students – not to mention House events, music, drama, swimming, and athletics – some things don’t change!

Thank you to everyone who took the time to stroll down memory lane.

Message from the President

Milestone REUNIONS Over 100 ladies celebrated 20, 25, 30 and 35 years since they last donned a blue and white uniform, and they certainly made up for lost time at their recent reunions.

Guests, once again, enjoyed their anniversary-themed reunions, including a Whimsical Willow, Sparkling Silver, Coral Coast and an Opulent Pearl event.

The refurbished venue Robinson Hall left many ladies in disbelief as they tried to recall their old School Hall or VCE Common Room.

As usual, school tours slowed to a relaxing stroll to accommodate the buzz of chatting, laughing and camera flashes.

We would like to recognise some of the ladies who made an extra special effort to attend their reunions: Jen Scash-Cowcher and Emma Fortune (Class of 1988) who flew in from Western Australia and, what may just be the longest distance from a reunion attendee, Sally Orpin (nee Skinner, Class of 1988) all the way from San Diego.

Sally, who was on a flying visit to Melbourne, surprised former classmates and finally saw her paver next to classmate Heather Darbyshire’s outside Robinson Hall.

When we welcome a new member to the OGA, we are always keen to hear why the Old Grammarian has decided to join the committee. At our recent OGA meeting, we had the pleasure of welcoming Yvonne Mah (1988). Yvonne explained that she felt it was her ‘give back time’. This sentiment struck a chord and was shared by the other committee members.

We would love to see more Old Grammarians at our meetings and I invite you to attend these. For further information, please contact Rachel Bugden, Alumnae and Relationships Coordinator on 9811 8501 or dev-sec@camgirls.vic.edu.au.

I am excited to announce a special OGA e-newsletter that is in development for release later this year. Past students will be invited to share stories of their paths since leaving Camberwell Girls. Watch this space for more details!

As this is the last edition for the year, I would like to take this opportunity to thank our Committee, in particular our dedicated and loyal office bearers, Amy Hall (Treasurer) and Katherine Westerman (Secretary). The women on our Committee are inspiring, they lead such busy lives and yet find the time to give back and do so with passion and delight.

I would also like to thank Anne Feehan and the Foundation Staff Rachel Bugden, Beth Higgs and Hayley Galloway. These terrific ladies provide incredible support to the OGA for which we are most grateful and appreciative.

In closing, on behalf of the OGA Committee, I would like to wish you a very Merry Christmas and all the very best for a joyous New Year!With best wishes, Cara Davey President

Our current OGA Committee is dedicated to keeping a link between our Alumnae and the School. The current committee supports key initiatives such as the Reunion, Mentoring and Careers, Birthday Card and Letters of Encouragement programs.

We are keen to recruit new members.

The Committee is a friendly, motivated and passionate group of women, who have one key thing in common – their love of their school.

The committee currently meets four times a year on a weeknight in the Mountfield Boardroom at Junior School. This provides a perfect opportunity to generate ideas, plan programs, receive updates and news about CGGS and reflect on school days.

If you are interested in joining the OGA Committee please contact Rachel Bugden in the Foundation Office on 9811 8501 or dev-sec@camgirls.vic.edu.au.

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OGA NEWS

Natalie O'Brien and Cara Davey (1996), friends since grade six recently reunited after 16 years in Gibson B.C in Canada.

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2014 Dates

Upcoming Reunion DatesEVENT NAME PREFERRED DATE

Class of 2004 Twinklin' Tin Party – 10 Year Reunion Friday 28 February 2014

Class of 1999 Crystal Cocktail Party – 15 Year Reunion Friday 14 March 2014

Class of 1964 Glittering Gold 50 Year Reunion Saturday 15 March 2014

Pre 1980 Alumni – OGA Catering Co. Afternoon High Tea TBC

Class of 1994 Whimsical Willow – 20 Year Reunion Friday 2 May 2014

Class of 1989 Sparkling Silver – 25 Year Reunion Saturday 3 May 2014

Class of 1984 Opulent Pearl – 30 Year Reunion Saturday 30 August 2014

Class of 1979 Coral Coast – 35 Year Reunion Saturday 30 August 2014

Class of 2013 Paper Lantern – 1 Year Reunion Thursday 9 October 2014

Class of 2009 Into the Woods – 5 Year Reunion Friday 14 November 2014

Class of 1974 Ruby Slipper – 40 Year Reunion Saturday 15 November 2014

Class of 1973 40 Year Reunion Friday 22 November

Event Organiser: Linda Weatherson M: 0412 071 041 E: Linda.Weatherson@melbourne.vic.gov.au

Class of 2008 Into the Woods – 5 Year Reunion Saturday 23 November

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Monique Chanel Pitsikas (Class of 1996)

Melbourne actor Monique Chanel Pitsikas, a former student of CGGS, has won the much sought after leading role of ‘Dark Queen’ in Franco Dragone’s The House of Dancing Water which will be staged in Macau. The production, which is the world’s largest water extravaganza, is staged in a purpose-built theatre. The pool has 239 water jets and holds 3.7 million gallons of water; equivalent to five Olympic swimming pools.

Monique was flown to Macau to participate in a weeklong audition. After an extensive audition process, Monique was successful and started rehearsals in July. She said: “It is funny how past characters I’ve played have really helped with bringing ‘Dark Queen’ to life. Who would have thought the extremes of ‘Bombalurina’ in CATS and ‘Tintinabula’ in Forum would morph into ‘Dark Queen’?”

We wish Monique all the best in her exciting new role!

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OGA Mentoring Program

The OGA Mentoring breakfasts provide a wonderful service to Year 10s. A variety of speakers described their paths beyond CGGS to university, the world of work, travel and so on. Networking, work experience and balancing work with family life were recurring themes.A panel of OGA members attend each breakfast. In June and July, the following girls shared their experience: Forensic Scientist – Anna Davey (1976), Obstetrician – Fiona Cowell (1991), Occupational Therapist – Belinda McCullough (1988), and three sisters… Engineer – Margaret Alousis (1994), Physiotherapist – Nicole Alousis (1997) and National Sales Manager – Elaine Alousis (1998).

It was unusual to have three sisters speak at the one session and the girls enjoyed their banter, the stories about the Alousis household and their different approaches to homework – with varying levels of diligence.

The students asked intelligent, thoughtful and at times challenging questions and we are most grateful for the generosity and assistance of these OGA members. The opportunity for our current girls to hear about the journeys of women in a formal breakfast setting is invaluable.

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Work Experience Register

Thank you to all the Old Grammarians who graciously gave their time and assistance at our Careers Night, Mentoring Program and work experience placements this year. You can read about their generous contributions to these initiatives on the earlier pages in this issue of CamLife.

We regularly seek speakers for these Careers events and Mentoring Breakfasts and we are also establishing a Work Experience Register of OGA members.

If you would like to assist in speaking or feel you might be able to accommodate a work experience student in the future, please contact Rachel Bugden in the Foundation Office on 9811 8501 or dev-sec@camgirls.vic.edu.au.

CAMWOMEN – COMING SOON!

We often hear how much you enjoy reading the OGA pages of CamLife. With this in mind, we will be launching an e-newsletter, later in 2013, specifically targeted to our alumnae!

Our OGA e-newsletter CamWomen will keep you more informed with updates from other alumnae, the School, news about reunions and important upcoming events. It will also have stories and photos from over 90 years of CGGS history.

CamWomen will be emailed to our OGA community. If you do not have an email address you will be able to view the issues on the CGGS website.

Do we have your current email?We would love to be able to reach all of our past students. Please get in touch with us either via the web www.camberwellgirls.net/foundation or by emailing the Foundation Office on foundation-admin@camgirls.vic.edu.au or dev-sec@camgirls.vic.edu.au. Alternatively, complete the flysheet that accompanies this edition of CamLife and return to: Foundation Office2 Torrington StreetCanterbury VIC 3126

OGA Catering Committee Afternoon Tea – POSTPONED

The OGA Catering Committee decided to postpone the Afternoon High Tea, scheduled for Saturday 19 October. The new date is to be confirmed. The Committee agreed that it would be best to hold the event after the completion of the Sports Field and Amphitheatre construction, which will provide a lovely backdrop for the Afternoon Tea.

A new date will ensure that the renovated Sports Field and Amphitheatre will be looking its best. We are naturally disappointed that the event has been postponed. However, we look forward to seeing you all in the New Year.

MISSING MARCIANSWe are currently sourcing missing Marcian editions from 1934, 1937, 1938, 1940, 1941, 1942, 1944, 1945, 1947, 1949, 1950, 1952, 1953, 1954 and 1956.

We are aware that in some years a Marcian was not produced, and at times was possibly published every second year.

If you are able to help please contact Rachel Bugden in the Foundation Office on: Phone (03) 9811 8518Email dev-sec@camgirls.vic.edu.au

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VALEIt is with great sadness that we acknowledge the loss of the following

Old Grammarians’.

Joan Child (Olle: 1937)Joan passed away peacefully, aged 91, on 23 February 2013.

Joan will be remembered as Australia’s first female Speaker of the House of Representatives. A State Funeral was held on Tuesday 5 March 2013.

Marjorie Hall (Johannsen: 1944) Majorie was a very proud Old Grammarian and former member of the OGA Catering Committee. Majorie was always keenly interested in any news of CGGS. Her daughter, Vivienne, was also a student at the School.

Marjorie lived a full and interesting life and gave freely of her time as a volunteer to many organisations. She was active at the Citizens Advice Bureau, Doncare and The Whitehorse Community Health Service. Marjorie had a particular interest in people who suffered from anxiety disorders and set up the first support group of its kind in Victoria. She was a pioneer in this area long before the formation of organisations like Beyond Blue. Marjorie was committed to eradicating the stigma of mental illness. She lived the School motto.

Marjorie's funeral service was held at St Thomas' Anglican Church in Burwood, where dear friend Annette Ward (Lampe: 1965) was privileged to give a eulogy. She was a long-time member of the parish and greatly respected.

She is survived by her son Peter, daughter Vivienne and six grandsons.

Jessie Hansen (nee Black:1940) Passed away peacefully at Kirkbrae Nursing Home, Kilsyth on 28 May 2013 Aged 88.

Margaret Hookey After a long illness, Margaret passed away peacefully on 4 May 2013. A memorial Service was held St Mark’s Anglican Church in Camberwell.

Mother of Sue Hookey (1979), Margaret was an active and well-respected member of the school community. Margaret served as a member of the School Council and Past Parents’ and Friends’ Association. Margaret always remembered fondly her associations with CAGGS and St Mark’s.

Kaye Pickering (Alexander:1968)Kaye passed away suddenly on 9 July at her home near Corowa in southern NSW. She leaves behind her husband Rick, daughter Louise, son-in-law Bert Forrest and two grandsons, Matthew and Daniel. She was 61. Her older sister Sue passed away last year.

Kaye and Sue were both pupils of Ormiston. After completing matric, Kaye studied Speech Therapy at the Lincoln Institute and later completed a Dip Ed. She worked in the speech pathology and teaching fields in NSW and Canberra. Kaye and Rick owned farms in Yass and southern Queensland, before they retired to Corowa about eight years ago to be near Louise and Bert and their children.

A funeral service, held on Wednesday 11 July 2013 at St John’s Anglican Church, Corowa, was attended by over 100 people. Her old school friends Kerry Gibson (Hynam-Smith: 1968) and Amanda Sillcock (1968) attended.

Pat Rayson (Armstrong: 1937)At 90 years of age, Pat passed away on 9 December 2013 at Cabrini Hospital in Prahran. Pat, who was a Former Prahran Councillor and planning campaigner, lived a very active and full life.

General News...

WELCOME TO THE WORLD...We congratulate the following former students for recently welcoming little

bundles of joy into the world.

Emma Ciolli (nee Williams: 1992)A daughter Isabella Neko, 18 January 2013 – sister to Vincent Roc. 01

Katrina Post (nee Morgan: 1996) A daughter Olivia to Katrina and Nathan Post, Easter Day 31 March 2013. 02

Kate Fleming (nee Smith: 1998)A son Maddox, 30 July 2013. – brother for Abby and Rhys. 03

Lisa Spink (nee Harding: 1994)A son Frederick to Lisa and Tim Spink, 30 April 2013 – brother to Henry and Albert. 04

Nayiga Tanthuwanit (1993)A son Raden Evans, 15 July 2013 in London and exactly a week before the Royal Baby! 05

Lara Ruddle (nee Patullo: 1992) A son Jago William to Lara and Jon Ruddle, 19 NOVober 2012 – brother for Lucy and Penelope. 06

Katherine Clemens (nee Baxter: 2000)A daughter Scarlett Anne, 24 March 2013 – sister for Isabella and Darcy. Photo is of Scarlett’s christening in June, including step-daughter Ellyn.

In order to balance being a stay at home mum, Katherine has undergone a career change and established her own business HypnoBirthing that prepares women for a calm and gentle birth. 07

Virginia Pullman (Peake: 1993)A son Lachlan, 9 December 2012. 08

Annika Barrett (Forss: 1994)A daughter Zoe Lynette to Annika and Sean, 3 June 2013 – sister for Benjamin and Samuel. 09

Gail Virgona (Murray: 1993)A daughter Grace, 4 August 2012 – sister for our boys Luca and Leo. 10

Jacinta Charlett (1990) A daughter Amelie Isabella to Jacinta and Cameron Burt, 15 February 2013.

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WEDDING BELLSPriscilla Russell (1997)Priscilla and husband Luke Stapleton married on 26 April 2013. Along with their guests they enjoyed an amazing ceremony and cocktail party reception at 'Sutton Grange Winery' near Bendigo. Priscilla said: “I can honestly say it was the most emotional and thrilling day of my life. We honeymooned in Vietnam and are now back into the swing of work, work, work.” 12

Kate Leonard (2000)Kate’s husband Greg Spiller organised a surprise wedding in Fiji! The couple had a private ceremony on the water’s edge on 18 June 2013. They had always intended on getting married…‘just us one day’. Kate said: “I had no idea until I turned up at the beach and there was a wedding set up. It poured with tropical rain, there was a huge rainbow and I was married in a sarong and bathers! “It was the best moment of my life.” 13

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04 OCT 2013

Building Fund – Sports Field and Amphitheatre Project

Update from the Foundation Coordinator

At Camberwell Girls Grammar School, we look forward to providing opportunities to young women both now and in the future. I am thrilled to see our School community becoming actively involved in the Foundation’s initiatives.

The Foundation aims to offer valuable opportunities for young women to achieve their full potential; it strives for financial independence and works to providing world-class educational facilities.

As we continue to grow, it is wonderful to reconnect with you all. In 2013 we saw an increase in both the number of donors and dollars raised from our Annual Giving Appeal. I am pleased

CamArt Raises $22,000

to share with you that the total amount raised from the Annual Giving Appeal was $33,445.00 and this will support the Building and Scholarship Funds.

I would also like to mention the success of our special events. If you attended the Mother’s Day Fashion Show or CamART you know how much fun these events can be and you also know how important they are for our School.

On behalf of the CGGS Foundation, we thank you for your support this year. Time is precious and we value your involvement and financial contributions. For members of the School community, who are yet to support the Foundation, I hope the stories here inspire you to join us in making even more exciting possibilities next year. Tony Cant Chairman

It is with pleasure that I report that CamART was a great success. At the official Opening Launch Party held on the Ground Floor of the Woodstock Building, over 150 people enjoyed drinks and nibbles while being entertained by local duo 45Degrees. There was a real buzz as avid art buyers secured their purchases.

Over 380 pieces of contemporary art from emerging and established Australian artists were on sale. They included photographs, paintings, illustrations, glass, ceramics and sculpture. The Science Laboratory was also transformed into a unique Gift Shop full of treats for every member of the family.

Many from the community visited across the weekend and Sunday’s Family Day provided youngsters with art activities, face painting, badge making and other crafts.

All funds raised will be directed towards the CGGS Foundation to support the Scholarship Fund.

Our sincere thanks and gratitude to all involved in making this a wonderful event – our Friends of CamART Parent Group, Helen Burrows, Mim Szoka, Andy Price and Christina Chia, our Old Grammarians Cara Davey (1996), Caroline Olsen (1996) and Julie Slade (1978) along with our Parents’ Auxiliary, Parent Volunteers, Sponsors, Staff and the CamART Committee.

We hope you enjoyed the show!

Hayley GallowayFoundation Coordinator

Throughout our School’s history, the Parents’ Association has been instrumental in helping to provide sporting facilities – initially a small oval in 1952 and then, a larger playing oval on Torrington Street in 1964. In 2013, our Parents’ Association is again providing substantial financial support for the new Sports Field development, which will complete our current Master Plan.

These wonderful Master Plan developments result in your daughter/s flourishing in inspiring facilities which complement the Woodstock Building and the Junior School. The ongoing support of our parents enables these high standards to be continued and maintained.

Our new Sports Field development incorporates a 100m running track laid with an Olympic quality surface, multipurpose playing fields, Sports/Science Centre and amphitheatre providing a wonderful teaching and learning facility, as well as a space for outdoor performances and School functions.

We are excited to announce, that this project will be known as the Parents’ and Friends’ Sports Field in recognition of the Parents’ Association contribution of $100,000.

This is the single largest gift from a CGGS Parent Group in our 93-year history. These funds have come from monies raised over recent years from events, activities and voluntary contributions.

We sincerely thank the Parents’ Association and friends who have contributed to this significant gift.

FOUNDATION NEWS

Message fromthe Chairman

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CGGS Foundation Needs Register

The CGGS Foundation Needs Register is a prioritised list of projects, activities, facilities and programs at CGGS requiring funding by the CGGS Foundation. Any member of the School community can put forward a project for funding by completing the project needs form available under the ‘Today’s Bulletins’ section on Parent Lounge and/or Teacher Kiosk titled ‘Project Need Form’.

To date we have fulfilled a Music Department request for Band and String Instruments as well as an Art Department request for an Art A2 Printer and Art copier.

We encourage you to utilise this register. For more information please contact the: Foundation Office: P: 9811 8518E: foundation@camgirls.vic.edu.au

From the Parents Parents’ Auxilliary

CGGS Parents’ Auxiliary has experienced a very successful 2013. Our achievements include:

• Instigating continuous improvement strategies within our business units (Uniform Shop and Tuckshops – Junior and Senior School). The Auxiliary manages business units with a budgeted turnover of approximately $0.5mil p.a. This is used to support the School in its endeavors to assist the development of its students.

• Creation of a Strategic Plan 2013-15 to ensure the ongoing activities of the Parents’ Auxiliary support the School’s objectives.

• A Parent Support Group for international mothers aimed at providing them with an opportunity to practice and strengthen English conversation

• CamAssist: a program aimed at assisting families in need within the CGGS community

• Support for CamART by preparing and donating canapés for the Opening Night

• Facilitating the Book Exchange Program

In addition to operating business units, the Auxiliary’s strategic imperative is to serve students and support the School by actively promoting a spirit of community and cooperation and encouraging parents to participate and/or volunteer their time to assist Auxiliary activities.

The Auxiliary formally acknowledges its staff, volunteers, the Foundation Office and Committee members who are pivotal to the Auxiliary’s success. A special acknowledgement goes to:

• Committee members – Kim Merigan, Marian Daish, Nancy Leong, Janine Wan, Alison Heap, Mim Szoka, Leanne Emmerson

• Staff – Andrea Mitchell, Sam Easton, Jo Chadwick, Tiffany Butler, Lisa Oricco, Patricia Waldron, Rowena Vitarelli

• Foundation Office – Hayley Galloway

The Auxiliary encourages you to attend a meeting, consider becoming a Committee member and/or volunteer to assist us in enhancing our community and our daughters’ experiences! Christina Chia President, Parents’ Auxiliary

“An enormous thank you goes out to all the Parent Groups, members and representatives for their enthusiasm, contribution and support. We look forward to the continued involvement and I am very excited about the calendar of events and activities scheduled for 2014” – Hayley Galloway, Foundation Coordinator

Invest in Tomorrow’s WomanYour donation to the CGGS Foundation will provide valuable opportunities for young women, both now and in the future. There are many ways you can support the Foundation including:

Purchase a Brick or Paver – Have your name, the family name, children’s name(s), or a memory of a loved one etched into the history of Camberwell Girls Grammar School.

Prizes and Endowments – Sponsor a prize in your name at the Annual Presentation Evening.

Donate to the Building Fund or Scholarship Funds – Help the School secure its financial independence and provide valuable opportunities for young women to achieve their full potential both now and in the future.

Contacting the Foundation Office Phone (03) 9811 8518Email foundation@camgirls.vic.edu.au Web www.camberwellgirls.net/ foundation/support-cggs/

Foundation Life Members

Our Life Members are an integral part of the CGGS Community who have proudly supported past appeals, fundraisers or present appeals launched by the Foundation. Our members hold CGGS in high regard and we value their shared vision to provide opportunities that benefit young women both now and in the future. It is with great pleasure that the Foundation recognises the following Life Members of the Foundation: 1991 Mrs Anne & Mr Edward Miller

1992 E L Pike*

1995 Mrs Susan & Mr Graeme Jack

1995 Mrs Gail & Mr Chris Aylward

1997 Dr Barbara & Dr Norm Fary

1997 Mr D Rivers

1997 Mr & Mrs Kelly

1997 Mrs Heather & Mr John Crow

1997 Mrs Carol & Peter Elfverson

2002 Ms Merle Bockholt*

2008 Mrs Anne & Mr Patrick Feehan

2008 Mr Roy Bockholt*

2010 Ms Ivy Bockholt*

2011 Miss Valerie Dyke

2012 Mrs Anita Tolley

2012 Mr & Mrs Rajakulendran

2013 Mrs Anne & Tony Cant * Deceased

Parents’ Association

The Parents’ Association (PA) is very much focused on developing a three-way partnership between parents, teachers and students. Its role is two-fold: Friend Raising and Fund Raising.

Over the period, the PA has supported a number of Friend Raising activities during and after hours to help parents form their own networks of friendships with other parents with similar age students or common interests. This included activities for Junior and Senior School parents through the Parent Welcome Drinks at the beginning of the year, supporting the CamART show and the Mother's and Father's Day breakfasts; not forgetting over 20 parent morning teas our Class Representatives have arranged. Our Friends of Sport group have also been active in supporting our swimming, athletics, netball and cross-country events.

Over the last three years the PA has focused its Fund Raising activities through the Term 1 Parents’ Association donation, and some events to help fund co-curricular purchases outside of the normal operational budget of the School. We are very proud to have donated $100,000 towards the new Sports Field. This is a major legacy for the School that will celebrate the contribution of Parents and Friends of the School for years to come.

We have also provided smaller targeted support of musical instruments for the Junior School and a large format photographic quality printer in the Art department.

We continue to look for ways to help parents to develop networks across their student’s year and interest group and see any parent support as an essential part of preparing our next generation for their educational, vocational, and community responsibilities. John Downes Chairman, Parents’ Association

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Mr & Mrs R Main

Dr S L Mak & Ms A C Kang

Mr W & Mrs T Malic

Mr & Mrs S Mapa

Dr A Marc & Ms C Keeler

Mr G Marks & Ms K Nagle

Mr & Mrs L Martini

Drs S & J Mason

Mrs M McDonald

Mr & Mrs R McEwen

Mr P Meng & Ms B Shun

Dr & Mrs R Merigan

Mr F Mollica & Ms S McGuire

Dr & Mrs T Moussa

Mr & Mrs R Munday

Dr N & Mrs P Nadarajah

Mr C & Mrs K Navaratne

Mr & Mrs D Nekker

Ms V Nemec

Mr J Nemtsas & Ms M Alderton

Mr & Mrs Newnham

Mr G Ng & Ms D Lee

Ms T Nguyen

Mr & Mrs B Nguyen

Mr T Nguyen & Mrs K Truong

Mr V Nguyen & Ms H Le

Dr K Nguyen & Ms T Truong

Mr L Ni & Ms C Guan

Mr L Nielsen & Dr J O'Brien

Mr Y Niu & Ms Y Li

Mrs J D Oatway

Mr & Mrs R Ong

Mrs Osborne

Dr N Padmanathan & Ms S Paul

Mr & Mrs S Page

Ms A Paterson

Mr & Mrs D Perera

Ms N Peters

Mr T Petousis & Ms V Zigante

Mr & Mrs C Petrakis

Mr Petrie & Ms O'Connell-Petrie

Mr Phang & Ms Hong

Mr & Mrs I Pizzey

Dr & Mrs A Poon

Ms H M Powell

Mr & Mrs I Poyser

Mr M Liew & Ms M Pratignyo

Mr & Mrs A Price

Mr Y Qiu & Mrs R Liu

Mr Y Quan & Ms J Chen

Mr & Mrs J Rae

Mr M Rahgozar & Ms A Asgari

Mr J Rajakulendran

Mr & Mrs A Ramamurthy

Mr & Mrs J Ramasamy

Ms R Raschella

Mr & Mrs M Raszewski

Mrs E Rawson

Mr & Mrs E Reedman

Miss B A Richmond

Mr Y Rong & Ms J Li

Mr J Roskam & Ms P McKay

Mr & Mrs T Sakell

Mr & Mrs Salaoutis

Mr & Mrs A Sandbach

Mr Sanfilippo & Dr Troutbeck

Mr & Mrs C Schumann

Mr Selvaratnam & Dr Mandaleson

Mr & Mrs S Sengupta

Mr & Mrs S Senior

Mr M & Mrs C Sevo

Mr Z Shen & Ms X Pei

Mr & Mrs L Sherrin

Mr & Mrs B Sideris

Mr A Sieber

Mr N Simpson & Ms M Coulombe

Mr & Mrs C Singh

Miss P Singleton

Dr R Sinnappu & Dr D Sandhu

Ms R Smallwood

Mr & Mrs D Smith

Mr & Mrs N Smythe

Mr W Soh & Ms L Wong

Mr & Mrs S Soo

Mr & Mrs T Spiridonos

Ms J Strachan

Mr & Mrs C P Sturzaker

Mr H Su & Ms L Zhang

Mr F Su & Ms H Cai

Mr Y Sun & Ms Y Zhong

Mr D Sutton

Mr K Sze & Mrs N Ni

Mr K Tak & Mrs Y Park

Ms T Takolander

Ms A Tan

Mr A Tang & Ms F Lim

Mr D Tang & Ms S Li

Mr T Tang & Ms C Gu

Mr T Tang & Ms W Liang

Mr & Mrs S Tano

Dr W Teoh & Dr C Ang

Mr & Mrs Q Thai

Mr & Mrs R Tien

Mr & Mrs T Tiglias

Mr E S Tjangdjaja

Dr S & Dr C Tong

Mr G Toyn & Dr N Fowler

Mr & Mrs C Trang

Dr A Trichardt & Dr J Cilliers

Mr D Tu & Ms R Koh

Mr S Tucker & Prof E Manias

Mr & Mrs P Turos

Mr & Mrs J Vaghani

Mr & Mrs G Vassos

Dr T & Mrs R Verghese

Dr M Wada & Ms W Miller-Wada

Mr & Mrs J Waite

Mr & Mrs J Waldron

Mr & Mrs L Walker

Miss L Wall

Mr F Wan & Ms Z Liu

Dr L Wan & Mrs X Yue

Mr & Mrs M Q Wang

Dr Y & Dr V Wang

Dr W Wang & Miss Y Zhang

Mr Q Wang & Ms F Hu

Mr X Wang & Ms L Gong

Mr H Wang & Ms Y Liang

Mr & Mrs A Warhurst

Mrs L Warren

Drs S & R Warrier

Ms J Watson

Dr & Mrs A Weerasiri

Mr P Wen & Mrs Y Xiao

Mr & Mrs R Willis

Rev L Wong & Ms K Wong

Mr & Mrs W Wong

Mrs J Woodbridge

Mr Z Wu & Ms H Chen

Mr W Wu & Ms L Qu

Mr G Wu & Mrs Z Zhang

Mr J Wu & Ms Y Li

Mr W Wu & Ms F Xie

Mr R Wu & Ms H You

Mr J Xiao & Mrs L Zheng

Mr M Xie & Ms J Situ

Mr & Mrs K Xu

Mr X Xu & Mrs L Liu

Mr T Xu & Ms X Wang

Mr X Xue & Ms M Wan

Mr Z Yang & Mrs N Yu

Mr E Yeo & Ms K Oon

Mr T Yi & Mrs J Yang

Mr M-K Yip & Dr D Chiu

Mrs J Young

Mr X Yu & Ms Y Zhang

Mr L Yuan & Ms Y Ma

Mr K Yuen & Ms Y Lee

Ms M Zhang

Mr Q Zhang & Ms J Chen

Mr J Zhang & Mrs J Su

Mr B Zhang & Ms K Wu

Ms L Zhang

Mr M Zhang & Ms Q Hu

Dr H Zhang & Ms X Jiang

Mr K Zhang & Mrs Y Sun

Mr C Zhang & Ms W Jiang

Mr J Zhang & Mrs W Wang

Mr X Zhang & Ms H Hong

Mr D Zhang & Mrs A Liu

Mr Y Zhang & Ms J Y Xia

Mr X Zhang & Ms W Huangfu

Mr A Zhao & Mrs E Zhuang

Mr X Zheng & Ms X Liu

Mr G Zheng & Ms J Sun

Mr N Zhou & Dr L Zou

Mr G Zhu & Ms Y Sang

Mr W Z Zhuang & Ms C C Yang

Mr X & Mrs Q Zhuang

Thank You... Save the DatesThank you to the following members of the School community who have made donations to the 2013 Annual Giving Appeal, Scholarship & Building Funds and to the Parents’ Association Contribution.

Please Note: This list is in alphabetical order by surname.

Carols at Camberwell –Sunday 8 December 2013

Official Parents’ and Friends’ Sports Field Opening and Parent Welcome Drinks – Friday 21 February 2014

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Jules Allen and Year 9 students.