MR JOSHUA BEECHER
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usgrave Kookabruthas brave and bold!’ This line from our war cry is a true reflection of this wonderful group of young gentleman. I have seen and heard of countless stories from teachers, parents and students of selflessness, courage and compassion and this is the reason we are in with a chance of retaining the Howard Smith Cup again
in 2018.
Mrs Nixon, Mr Ayres and Mrs Streten who have not only provided the boys with guidance and wisdom, but they helped me immensely. Musgrave House could not have had such an enjoyably successful year without them.
The opportunity to come together each week and be a part of something more than just regular schooling is what sets the pastoral care system at The Southport School apart from everyone else. Weekly House meetings, assemblies and chapels are just some of the many ways for boys from all year levels to come together to make lifelong friendships and bonds.
You only need to attend one assembly to see the achievements and talents that Musgrave House is filled with. From academic endeavours to sporting achievements to musical accomplishments and even community service, these boys can achieve anything they set their minds too. However, it wasn’t their achievements in the class or sporting field or on stage that impressed me the most, it was the way they carried themselves. They were respectful, friendly, diligent and supportive boys who never let the opportunity pass by to lift someone’s spirit.
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The 2018 leadership group were marvellously lead by House and School Captain Jed Gallie and Vice Captains Aidan Arthur, Callum O’Connor and Ryan Summers. Leading your fellow brothers and the School is no easy feat and these gentleman have done exactly that. Along with their graduating class, the leadership, kindness, compassion and encouragement have left a lasting effect on the boys in Musgrave. Their guidance for the succeeding Year 5 boys has also set the platform for the coming year and I am truly grateful for this.
Musgrave House has been so fortunate to have many great mentors and I would like to take the opportunity to thank Mrs Gippel, Mr Hamilton,
As one journey comes to an end, another begins. We wish our graduating Kookabruthas and those leaving us the very best and thank them for their support. Equally, we welcome a new group of enthusiastic Kookabruthas to Musgrave House who will leave their own mark like those before them. It has been an absolute pleasure to lead the best House in the Prep School once again.
