The Star, November 2018

Published for the Methodist Ladies’ College community

Volume 32 No.2 November 2018 Registered by Australia Post Publication No. VBQ 6695

BEHIND THE DOORS OF 12HQ

CONTENTS

COVER STORY Ever wondered what’s inside MLC’s Year 12 common room, 12HQ? Take an exclusive peek inside this special space on page 12 and find out more about MLC’s dedicated study environment for Senior School students.

Pictured (L-R): Year 12 students Ruby Gioulekas, Caitlin Bryan and Kate Woolley study in the Judy McKenzie Reading Room.

From the Principal

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Extraordinary Junior School

Learning and the power of place

MLC’s outdoor spaces

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Advancement Manager, Maria Mercuri

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Communications Co-ordinator, Cecilia Ip

Principal’s Terrace now open

In the spotlight: professional learning

Editor, Cathy Wever

14 Community news General news: thestar@mlc.vic.edu.au Alumnae news: alumnae@mlc.vic.edu.au

Making a difference for students

Virtual places: MLC’s LMS

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8–9

Online learning made easy

Sport, me and MLC

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Welcome to Junior Secondary School

Pathways to participation and success

In the House

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Meet the Gates family

Staff spotlights

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Meet two amazing MLC teachers

The impact of giving

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10 – 11 Middle School update

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Inspiring generosity and foresight

Thanking our 2018 donors

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Why MLC Houses matter

MLC families

Editorial committee Marketing and Communications Manager, Jane Grlj

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Making a difference to MLC

MLC Foundation Gala and OCC news

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New events, new faces

Alumnae stories

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Celebrating diversity and individuality

Reunions

Celebrations · Commemorations · Accolades

Senior School learning spaces: 12HQ and more

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Staying connected

Community notices

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PRINCIPAL

Principal, Diana Vernon discusses the ImmerseMe languages software with Year 7 students (L-R) Anya Savundra-Shepherd, Holly Wyld and Wendy Luan.

Whether at school, at work, indoors or outdoors, in familiar locations or in those that are new, we can all attest to the impact our surroundings have on our learning.

The power of ‘place’ to help foster meaningful learning is the subject of an increasing body of educational research, backed by insights witnessed every day in school environments. Here at MLC, we continually see the impact that MLC Marshmead and MLC Banksia have on student learning about the environment and sustainability. While students can of course learn about these topics in a classroom, the impact of being ‘in situ’ makes learning real and long lasting.

Building on such understandings, MLC’s new Year 7-8 Learning Centre will provide a range of state-of-the-art, flexible indoor

and outdoor spaces designed to enhance both learning and recreation. These include a rooftop terrace and the newly opened Principal’s Terrace, featured on page 4. It’s extremely exciting to watch these new spaces develop and to look ahead to the fabulous experiential learning and social opportunities they will shortly facilitate for our students.

Travelling to new places can also deliver rich and powerful learning, with many MLC students experiencing this first hand in 2018. As you will read on page 10, our choristers performed in some of the world’s most admired musical venues during their European Choir Tour, where they travelled to Amsterdam, Paris, Munich and Salzburg. Simultaneously they learnt about the culture and the history of the cities in which they performed.

Additionally, in recent months many of our students have participated in MLC’s language, cultural and overseas tours and programs, visiting a range of countries including Hong Kong, China, Japan, Singapore, Vietnam, Tanzania, the USA, the UK, France, Germany, Austria and Spain. Students have shared with me their feelings of awe and wonder at experiencing some of the world’s great cities as well as seats of learning such as Cambridge and Harvard Universities.

While such opportunities are indeed enriching, high calibre classroom learning remains vital and today, we are fortunate that technology can deliver powerful augmentation of such environments. At MLC this year we have been privileged to be among the first schools in the world to implement innovative languagelearning program, ImmerseMe, which allows students to step into ‘virtual’ locations that bring classroom language learning to life by enabling authentic conversations to take place. Content and dialogue for this incredible technology has been developed by our very own Head of Languages, Chloe Briand.

In this edition of The Star we spotlight the power of learning spaces in their many guises. From our dedicated study spaces for Senior School students (page 12) to the online platform provided by MLC’s learning management system, Canvas (page 15), our students have access to some of the world’s most inspiring school learning spaces, as well as opportunities to experience learning in exceptional local and international environments.

I hope you enjoy this edition of The Star.

Best wishes, Diana Vernon, Principal

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MLC’S OUTDOOR SPACES

Students enjoy the Principal’s Terrace, the first stage of MLC’s new Year 7-8 Learning Centre Project, which was opened in Term 4.

New Principal’s Terrace garden opened.

OVERALL PLAN Design Development Plan - September 2017

It was with much excitement that the new Principal’s Terrace garden was opened this term. It is the first stage of MLC’s Year 7-8 Learning Centre project to be completed.

major factor in the garden’s design, which also includes raised areas suitable for group learning and an amphitheatre for teaching and performance.

Located in the heart of the College, the new Principal’s Terrace garden has been designed as a multi-use space, inspired

by New York City’s Central Park with its large swathes of green, crossed by many pathways.

The original Principal’s Terrace garden featured diversity of tone, texture and colour in its plantings, and this theme has been translated to the new garden.

Arrays of colour and seasonal change plantings have been incorporated, with many established trees retained in the new space.

The notion of a terraced landscape drove the garden’s design, which features integrated paths, seating, steps and a water rill that runs along the east to provide visual interest, a sense of discovery and a soothing soundscape.

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Principal’s Terrace - Design Development Plan.

A welcoming focal point into the centre of the College, flexibility of use – for both MLC and the wider community – was a

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As well as being a major point of access to different areas of the College, the new Principal’s Terrace garden provides a focal point for a myriad of activities including outdoor learning and teaching, MLC community events, social activity and student recreation.

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Learning and play merge together in MLC Kindle’s custom-designed outdoor spaces.

The iconic Junior School tram remains a firm favourite for imaginative play.

Nature-inspired outdoor spaces in MLC Kindle.

MLC Junior School spaces foster imaginative play.

MLC Kindle’s play spaces are welcoming and inspiring, designed to foster active exploration, creativity, investigation and wonder.

Featuring elements of nature and natural materials, MLC Kindle’s play spaces promote opportunities for children, parents and teachers to collaborate and work as partners in education.

Junior School students enjoy diverse outdoor spaces for learning and for play, including the iconic MLC tram, which provides students with a magical focal point for games, story telling and reflection. The recent redevelopment of the play area at the front of the Junior School has delivered an additional outdoor space designed to foster students’ creativity and imagination.

Welcoming the day during Good Morning Marshmead in the amphitheatre.

MLC’s front gardens and iconic fountain.

Remote beauty at MLC Marshmead.

MLC’s iconic front gardens and fountain.

Situated in Victoria’s far east, MLC Marshmead’s remote natural setting allows students to develop a deep understanding of the environment and sustainability. Traditions such as Good Morning Marshmead – the gathering of the community to welcome the day – help students appreciate the power of natural surroundings to positively impact the body and the mind.

MLC’s beautiful front gardens are popular with students of all ages. The gardens feature the iconic MLC fountain, erected in 1885 and intended by founding Principal, Dr W H Fitchett to add to the school’s “cheerfulness and beauty”. The stunning elm trees framing the Krome Memorial Gates are more than 100 years old.

In the months ahead, MLC’s Oval will be resurfaced to include next generation synthetic turf, line-marked for multiple uses including netball, tennis, hockey and athletics.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR MLC’S OUTDOOR SPACES?

MLC’s new Year 7-8 Learning Centre includes a roof terrace. This outdoor space for Junior Secondary School students will be fully landscaped and will include a mix of exposed and covered areas to provide opportunities for both recreation and learning.

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EXTRAORDINARY

WHAT MAKES MLC’S JUNIOR SCHOOL SO SPECIAL?

MLC Junior School provides a progressive and nurturing learning environment where girls are encouraged to find and pursue their individual passions.

Pictured: Scenes from the 2018 Junior School musical, Annie Jr.

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“MLC Junior School offers an exciting and stimulating environment that encourages girls from an early age to take ‘positive risks’ around learning and leadership, public speaking and finding their own voice.”

Heather Littlejohn, Head of Junior School

Head of Junior Secondary School, Heather Littlejohn and Deputy Head of Junior School, Deb Krumples.

Supported by a team of more than 30 teaching and educational support staff, girls in Junior School experience a leading academic education where the development of 21st century skills is a focus and core values including service, empathy and resilience ensure students embark confidently on their journey to becoming world-ready women.

In addition to enjoying a leading classroom environment, girls in MLC’s Junior School receive exposure to a vast array of specialist programs including music, library, public speaking, language club and performing arts. Mentor teachers support the girls to run studentled groups such as book clubs and art workshops during lunchtimes.

Heather Littlejohn has been Head of Junior School since 1999, stewarding the girls through their formative years of education and, together with Deputy Head of Junior School, Deb Krumples and their teaching and educational support colleagues, she aims to instil a life-long love of learning.

Deb emphasises the importance of Junior School’s student leadership framework, which begins in Prep and includes roles on the SRC (Student Representative Council), citizenship awards, class captains and Year 6 leadership opportunities.

“MLC Junior School offers an exciting and stimulating environment that encourages girls from an early age to take ‘positive risks’ around learning and leadership, public speaking and finding their own voice,” says Heather.

“All Junior School staff are committed to nurturing the very best in each individual student. We support every girl’s pathway to success by developing her sense of self-worth and confidence. Our staff have an incredible range of skills and are focused on developing the ‘whole’ child.”

The diversity of the MLC Junior School community also lies at the heart of its success.

“We are privileged to enjoy a true feeling of community here,” says Heather.

“Teachers, support staff, students, parents and families are united in their enthusiasm to do the very best for every girl, every day.”

Deb acknowledges that one of the biggest challenges in raising and educating young girls is the topic of responsible digital citizenship.

“We see technology as an integral component for current and future learning, however at MLC it is integrated carefully alongside the development of valuable interpersonal skills and higher order thinking,” she says.

Junior School students enjoy the interactive displays at MLC’s Sound and Light Festival held in July.

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TO JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL

INTRODUCING HEAD OF JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL

Cathie Ireland What attracted you to the role of Head of Junior Secondary School?

MLC’s reputation as an innovative and forward-looking school was a big drawcard. Working with students in Years 7 and 8 has always been a big passion for me too, so I was excited by that aspect of the role.

What are the differentiators of an MLC education, as you see them?

The enormous breadth of opportunity at MLC is a huge differentiator. A wonderful part of my role is having a personal interview with every new Year 7 student before she starts at MLC. Our Year 7s have

wide-ranging interests and personalities, however when I meet them I can always see how they will find their niche at MLC. With such breadth across our curriculum and co-curricular program, there’s truly a place for every girl here.

How does the College support students who join MLC in Year 7?

The simple answer is: in lots of ways!

We have an incredible Junior Secondary School team who ensure our Year 7s are supported to thrive. Programs like our Year 7 camp at MLC Banksia, our House program and the Student Representative Council (SRC) also help students get to know one another and form important social bonds.

team is collegial, professional and has a clear and united vision for the school. I also love the student and staff diversity at MLC.

I feel fortunate to have arrived at the College as the Year 7-8 Learning Centre is taking shape.

Seeing this wonderful new environment for our students come up from the ground has been breathtaking and I can’t wait to move in!

What are you most enjoying about your role as Head of Junior Secondary School?

I work with an amazing team, both within JSS and more broadly. MLC’s leadership

Pictured above: Year 7 students get ready to set sail at MLC Banksia.

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“MLC has so much space, with amazing facilities like the Walton Library and the Star Café. I also like using Canvas, MLC’s learning management system, to stay organised and keep on top of assignments and homework.”

Indy Adler, Year 7 student

Head of Junior Secondary School, Cathie Ireland, with Year 7 students (L-R) Pepa Angelucci, Phoebe Sneath and Indy Adler.

YEAR 7 STUDENT

YEAR 7 STUDENT

YEAR 7 STUDENT

Indy Adler

Pepa Angelucci

Phoebe Sneath

What has been your experience of being new to MLC?

Did you know anyone when you started at MLC?

What primary school did you come from?

Coming along to the orientation day helped me feel at ease about starting Year 7. The encouraging teachers also helped me settle in.

I did know one other girl from my primary school. Having all the Year 7s together in the Wood Building has made it easy to make new friends though. I think the new 7-8 Learning Centre will make it even easier to get to know other Year 7s, and Year 8s too.

I came to MLC from a primary school with just 100 students. I am boarding at MLC and have loved making lots of new friends this year.

What have you found different about secondary school?

MLC has so much space, with amazing facilities like the Walton Library and the Star Café. I also like using Canvas, MLC’s learning management system, to stay organised and keep on top of assignments and homework.

What have been the highlights of your first year at MLC? My biggest highlight was going on the Cape York Cultural Tour. It was a chance to meet people and see parts of Australia that I didn’t know much about.

What advice would you give students who are looking ahead to Year 7 at MLC? If you don’t know anyone, don’t worry because when you start a new class you quickly make friends! I think I will keep making friends throughout all my years at MLC.

What are your favourite subjects?

It’s hard to choose, but I’d have to say Drama and Design Technology. I also love learning in MLC’s cool science labs. There’s a big focus at MLC on each individual student and how we are going in our classes, which I like.

What has been the highlight of your first year at MLC? A highlight for me has been playing GSV netball and competing against teams from other schools.

What advice would you give students who are looking ahead to Year 7 at MLC? Try everything, and don’t be stressed about making new friends or which class you’re in, because it will all sort itself out and you’ll have a really good time!

What’s it like being an MLC boarder?

It’s amazing! I share a room with two other Year 7s, one from Wangaratta and one from Hong Kong. I have also made many boarding friends in older year levels.

What have been the highlights of your first year at MLC? Doing gymnastics with the MLC Gymnastics Club! The gym with its sprung floor is one of my favourite places at MLC. I have also enjoyed trying diving.

What advice would you give students who are looking ahead to Year 7 at MLC? Your Home Group will be a really supportive place where you will quickly make new friends and get to know people in your year level. Also, get involved in House activities to meet friends with similar interests.

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Students on the 2018 European Choir Tour perform in the Notre Dame de Paris, on the steps leading into the Sanctuary.

Conductor: Kathleen Fong, MLC Music Department.

The famous Notre Dame was our second performance location, which was an incredible opportunity. We also performed at the American Church in Paris, where we were welcomed with open arms.

IN THE LIMELIGHT

European Choir Tour 2018 After almost a year of preparation, a group of MLC girls from Years 9 to 11 left Melbourne on 23 June 2018. Our destination? Europe, where we would perform in a variety of locations, finishing with the famous Summa Cum Laude festival.

Our first stop was Amsterdam, where we toured the city before performing at the English Reformed Church, settling us into the routine of concerts.

We then took the train to Paris, where we managed to do lots of sightseeing at places like the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre, along with a lot of shopping!

Our next stop was Munich, where we explored the city before performing in the small and especially friendly town of Ohlstadt. We also travelled by bus to Salzburg, and gave an impromptu performance in the Sound of Music church, along with our actual performance on the night before our departure to Vienna.

In Vienna we performed at the Haus der Musik, but this time, we participated in a competition in the Golden Hall of the Musikverein, an amazing building. We were on edge, but we competed to the best of our ability, and made friends with a few other teams along the way. Despite coming sixth in our category, our spirits were still high enough to finish our final performance with flying colours.

The European Choir Tour was an extremely enjoyable and non-stop experience for all involved, and was definitely a trip to remember.

Erin Chan, Year 9 student

Celebrating 24 years at MLC Marshmead A familiar face for students past and present, MLC Marshmead’s farm manager, Pete Peisley, is hanging up his boots after 24 years.

Pete has been a creator, an innovator and a cornerstone of MLC Marshmead from almost the very beginning. Cattle, sheep, the poddy program, the poultry program, Pete’s Patch, orchards, cork trees, mini projects and large projects...so many past staff, past students and of course current students cherish their memories of Pete very dearly.

The MLC community warmly thanks Pete for his wonderful management of the MLC Marshmead farm over almost a quarter of a century and extends to him all the very best for the future.

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Melissa is committed to creating a Middle School environment where students feel safe, happy and can flourish in every aspect of their lives.

Middle School students launch new clubs MLC students are actively encouraged to take the initiative. This ethos has been particularly evident in Middle School this year, where students have proposed and realised the establishment of two new student clubs/committees: the Chinese Culture Committee and the K-Pop Club.

Year 10 students, Frances Fleming and Melissa Yew, were inspired to found the Chinese Culture Club after they participated in MLC’s China Exchange Tour.

“When we came back we wanted to keep going with some of the cultural activities we enjoyed while we were in China,” explains Melissa.

Head of Middle School, Melissa Lange.

MEET HEAD OF MIDDLE SCHOOL

Melissa Lange A familiar face at MLC, Head of Middle School, Melissa Lange recently stepped into the role from her previous position as Head of Junior Secondary School.

“It’s been an exciting year, shifting my focus to students in Years 9 and 10,” she says. “It’s a different part of the College but with many similarities too, as MLC’s deep culture of learning and opportunity is present across every area of the school.”

A dedicated educator with a passion for both academic endeavour and personal wellbeing, Melissa is committed to creating a Middle School environment where students feel safe, happy and can flourish in every aspect of their lives.

“Encouraging student voice is a big part of our philosophy in Middle School. We encourage questions, ideas and initiatives from students and support them to turn their vision into reality.”

“We want to educate ourselves and others about Chinese culture and language through fun and interactive games,” adds Frances.

K-Pop Club founder, Year 10 student Estella Koce, says she was hoping to create a place where students with a shared interest could meet and communicate.

“K-Pop is renowned for its singing and also its dancing, so as well as discussing K-Pop, we have sessions where we learn some of its iconic dances,” says Estella.

The Chinese Culture Committee and the K-Pop Club are additions to MLC’s extensive range of student-driven clubs and committees, which cover all manner of interests from literature to politics to coding.

“This year a group of students wanted to create a vodcast as an additional way of welcoming new Middle School students to MLC. They put together a proposal and the result of their efforts is a fabulous, student-produced vodcast that adds to the warm welcome students receive when they join the College in Years 9 or 10.”

“In Middle School, students are actively supported to get projects like this off the ground, and that’s one of the many things I love about it.”

A lunchtime session for MLC’s new Chinese Club.

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INSIDE 12HQ

The Year 12 common room is shrouded in mystery and as a Year 11 student, I am excited about using 12HQ and finally finding out what it holds after my seven years at MLC.

MLC Music Prefect and current Year 12 student, Mei Wah Chan, says she also felt intrigued about 12HQ. “The most exciting thing about 12HQ was its status as a dedicated space for Year 12s only. I was also looking forward to the privilege of using the room,” Mei Wah says.

When it comes to revealing what actually goes on inside, Mei Wah remains tightlipped.

“That’s for everyone to find out when they hit Year 12!” she insists.

In my experience, all Senior School students are protective of their special privileges, but Year 12s take protectiveness to a whole new level – even when I briefly stepped inside 12HQ to be in the photo with Mei Wah for this publication, I felt the questioning stares.

By way of explanation, Mei Wah tells me, “The common room allows Year 12s to have a space to recoup, and it’s definitely handy in terms of supporting each other and being able to find people easily.”

“12HQ is a place to ‘unite’ so to speak – it’s somewhere where we can just bond with each other, catch up, study, eat, nap…you know, all the important things!”

Mei Wah’s clear adoration and extensive praise makes me extremely eager to make use of 12HQ in 2019, and to finally experience its magic after all these years!

Angelique Barkas, Year 11 student

Pictured above: Angelique Barkas (Year 11) interviews Year 12 student, Mei Wah Chan, in 12HQ.

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FOR LEARNING IN SENIOR SCHOOL

To help students successfully navigate their final year of school and achieve their best, MLC’s Year 12s have access to dedicated study and social spaces, specifically designed to foster a culture of personal endeavour and success.

Spaces including the Year 12 common room (otherwise known as 12HQ), the Judy McKenzie Reading Room for silent study in the Centenary Building, and the Quantum Lounge in the David Loader Centre, are special places that are highly valued by MLC girls in their final year of school.

“These spaces have been designed and furnished to be inviting. They contribute substantially to student outcomes by providing an environment that helps develop a shared focus on study,” says Head of Senior School, Anne Wallington.

“From observation I see a real uplift effect within these environments, as students receive motivation and moral support from those around them who are also striving to achieve their personal best in Year 12. They also help nurture the special sense of inclusion that comes

with being a Year 12 student at MLC,” says Anne.

According to current Year 12 student, Katherine Lihoudis, having spaces especially for Year 12s helps build a sense of connectedness within the year level.

“The big table in 12HQ makes it easy to relax with a large group, but there are also smaller nooks where you can focus more easily on getting work done.

Silence is strictly observed in the Judy McKenzie Reading Room, so it’s a great place where we can go to concentrate.”

“From the minute I entered Senior School I was looking forward to the privilege of using 12HQ, the Reading Room and the Quantum Lounge,” she says.

Pictured above: Head of Senior School, Anne Wallington, and Katherine Lihoudis (Year 12) on the terrace outside 12HQ.

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MLC teachers and educational support staff work hand-in-hand to deliver highly relevant, engaging learning experiences that meet student needs in an era of rapid social and technological change.

“This is only possible thanks to our focus on continual improvement and ongoing, personalised staff professional learning,” explains Director of Staff Development and Research, Chris Wintle.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT:

Together with her team, Chris coordinates a wide-ranging professional learning program focused on advancing the College’s educational offering, developing professional practice, building staff capacity and above all, improving learning opportunities for each student.

“Excellence in staff at MLC is a core priority for the College,” says Chris. “The primary purpose of our professional growth model is to improve the learning of all learners – both students and staff.”

Teachers have choice in a vast array of professional learning opportunities including collaborative sessions sharing practice, classroom observation and self-reflection, research projects, digital networks and training modules, conferences and seminars as well as presentations and workshops led by educational innovators and thought leaders.

Engagement with leading educators and educational researchers is routine at MLC. All teaching staff are involved in at least one research project, some of which are partnerships with local and international universities and organisations.

“One example is our current work with Deakin University to trial the use of self-captured video to improve teacher self-reflection, professional practice and learning outcomes for students.”

Anchoring MLC’s professional development program is the College Learning Statement.

“The primary purpose of our professional growth model is to improve the learning of all learners – both students and staff.”

Chris Wintle, Director of Staff Development and Research

Pictured above: Staff, including Senior Vice Principal Margaret Horton, participating in a Staff Learning day.

“We work strategically with the MLC Learning Statement, focusing on the five key elements we value in learning at MLC: curiosity, critical thinking, creativity, relationships and diversity of achievement. MLC teachers also involve students in the professional learning process by seeking student feedback on the learning experience and valuing their input in learning design.”

“Importantly, professionally learning occurs in a multi-layered approach with teachers, teams and strategic directions.

This allows us to embed outcomes into MLC’s curriculum and the learning experiences for our students.”

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Today’s online environments can support rich and personalised teaching and learning, and to this end, the College introduced a powerful new learning management system (LMS) called Canvas in 2016.

“Teachers meanwhile, can more easily monitor individual students’ progress and tailor their program accordingly.”

According to E-Learning Co-ordinator, Marylou Monaghan, Canvas enhances student learning by making content delivery, engagement, assessment and feedback more tailored and accessible than ever.

Director of Dramatic Arts, Dana Duncan, and her team enjoy using Canvas in creative ways, always with the goal of providing more diverse learning, teaching and assessment opportunities.

“The Canvas interface is intuitive and very easy to use and includes features similar to many of the digital platforms students are already familiar with,” explains Marylou. “The platform helps students to hone the digital and communication skills they will need throughout their lives beyond school.”

“Within Canvas, our students can access diverse subject content and tools for learning including quizzes, videos, presentations, online discussions and assignments. They can progress their learning anytime, anywhere, moving ahead at their own pace or reaccessing content to increase or cement understanding. They can easily check their progress in a subject, with feedback and assessment information readily accessible via the platform.”

Canvas in action in Dramatic Arts

PLACES: The power of online learning at MLC

“Canvas provides opportunities for growth from a student learning and best practice perspective, enabling us to be more creative in content delivery and how we engage students.”

Dana Duncan, Director of Dramatic Arts Pictured above: Director of Dramatic Arts, Dana Duncan, records a Year 11 dramatic performance for assessment.

“Canvas provides opportunities for growth from a student learning and best practice perspective, enabling us to be more creative in content delivery and how we engage students,” says Dana.

The Dramatic Arts department has developed a diverse range of formative assessment strategies (including media and audio files) to move learning forward and further engage students in critical thinking.

“Canvas continues to provide opportunities for experimentation and is aligned with the MLC Learning Statement,” says Dana.

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ME AND MLC

The breadth of sporting opportunities on offer at MLC is extensive.

Involvement in sport is a passion shared across the MLC community, and it’s something students continue to enjoy long after they leave school.

Superb first season for the Old Scotch Stars MLC’s new, alumnae-based AFL team, the Old Scotch Stars, burst onto the scene in 2018, making it to the grand final in its very first season.

The team, which is made up of predominantly former MLC students, as well as some current students and nonMLC affiliated players, competes in the Victorian Amateur Football Association (VAFA).

“The Old Scotch Stars was born as a result of the shared desire of MLC staff, students and parents to provide a pathway for girls to continue playing AFL,” says team coach, Ryan Duke, who founded MLC’s football program and has coached the GSV side to seven out of eight premierships since 2011.

The team uniform combines Old Scotch colours of red and yellow with MLC green and a prominent white star.

Pictured above: The Old Scotch Stars and the senior MLC GSV AFL team come together for a special combined training session.

“From our very first game we were a force to be reckoned with, coming from behind to beat Old Brighton Grammarians who had been very dominant in the previous season. We only lost two games all season and came close to winning the

grand final,” says Ryan, who credits the Stars’ success to its ‘team first’ culture.

The Stars have enjoyed support from MLC parents who have cheered them on in large numbers each game.

For team captain, Anna Hayes (2016), being part of the Stars has been a chance to play with friends and familiar MLC faces and to continue playing a sport she loves.

“We have a real pathway now for MLC students to continue playing AFL once they finish school,” says Anna. “The Stars had an awesome first season and there’s a lot of talent in the team. I’m looking forward to next year!”

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Parent and FOSS Junior School liaison, Andrew Ward and his daughters (L-R) Ashley and Amber.

Reigning premiers, the MLC GSV swim team.

The view from the slopes

MLC swimmers dominate again

As a Junior School liaison committee member of FOSS (Friends of Snow Sports), parent Andrew Ward has a unique perspective on the positive impact of supporting the MLC snowsports team.

The MLC swim team is the most successful GSV team at the College, having won every GSV Division 1 Championship Carnival since its inception – 18 years in a row! The team features both elite national and state swimmers, but also includes recreational and club swimmers, bringing a range of backgrounds and experiences to this popular team. This year the finalists who competed at the GSV Finals Evening won a total of 10 gold, six silver and seven bronze (total 23) medals to finish atop the medal tally.

“FOSS provides opportunities to get involved, to build social and professional networks as an MLC parent, and to meet new people who share your interest,” says Andrew, whose love of skiing is shared by daughters Amber (Year 5) and Ashley (Year 8).

“It’s been rewarding to be part of FOSS for the past six years.

During this time MLC’s snowsports team has grown considerably, as has the sense of camaraderie and team spirit.”

Jorja Harrison, GSV Co-ordinator

One of MLC’s crews competing at the 2018 Head of Schoolgirls Regatta on the Barwon River.

MLC students who participated in this year’s netball/hockey sports tour to New Zealand.

Forging a rowing career at MLC

International Sports Tour of New Zealand

For MLC rowing coach, Kate McNamara (2004), co-ordinating the College’s junior (Years 9 and 10) rowing program allows her to combine her love of the sport with her passion for working with young people.

In September, a group of 21 MLC students flew into Auckland and travelled to various towns over 10 days to participate in netball and hockey matches against local schools. The games were very competitive and our students showed great improvement across the tour. The netball team came away with two wins and the hockey team had two wins and a draw.

Each game was followed by an after-match function where our students met new friends and developed an understanding of different cultures and lifestyles. On rest days, the girls were lucky to engage in many sightseeing activities, exploring all that New Zealand had to offer!

“Rowing is a sport where hard work is rewarded and where there’s an incredible culture of unity and camaraderie,” says Kate, a former MLC boarder and qualified PE teacher who has coached MLC’s junior rowers for the past 10 years.

“MLC’s rowing program is very successful and very popular, with almost 200 students involved in 2018. A lot of the coaches are former students, who help pass down our strong and supportive culture from year to year.”

Melany Bourke, Tour Leader and MLC PE Teacher

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of my closest friends. Being part of Berry enabled me to meet more girls within my year, as well as older girls who have been a support to me over the years.

When you’re an MLC student, your House becomes your familiar island in a multi-coloured ocean, a place to enjoy the camaraderie of your fellow House members when it comes to sport, music, drama or debating.

I am a proud member of Berry House, named after Henry Berry. Our namesake was a salt merchant and early MLC parent, as well as a noted philanthropist.

The ‘purple pride’ that I came to possess started when I was four years old, seeing my sister wear her purple House top and purple zinc for sports days.

I initially thought that the Berry mascot, a turtle, was perhaps not the most athletic animal when up against the yellow Fitchett lion, the Cato blue bear, Nevile’s pink panther or the Krome green frog.

Nevertheless, the thing I have learnt about being part of an MLC House is that we are not defined by our colour or our mascot. Instead, we are defined by the energy, teamwork and support that we each bring to our Houses. (And who can forget The Tortoise and the Hare?)

As I look back at my years at MLC, the times that stand out the most invariably involve House activities, often with some

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Being part of my House has also allowed me opportunities to develop my skills as a leader. I have been honoured to be the Head of Houses Prefect during 2018, and have worked hard to promote House spirit to girls younger than me, even introducing a new whole-school cheer for house spirit!

As Head of Houses, it has been a real privilege to don the rainbow cape at house events and bring all five House communities together in friendly competition, strengthening the bonds of our amazing school.

“As I look back at my years at MLC, the times that stand out the most invariably involve House activities, often with some of my closest friends.”

Ruby Gioulekas, 2018 Head of Houses Prefect

Ruby Gioulekas, 2018 Head of Houses Prefect

Pictured above (L-R): Head of Houses Prefect, Ruby Gioulekas; Year 11 student, Priyanka Wright; Year 12 student, Nikki Farrow; and Principal, Diana Vernon at the 2018 House Athletics Carnival.

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Libby Gates (Lavender 1971) attended MLC from Prep until graduation. When it came time to choose a school for her daughters, Sally Hall (Gates 2001) and Louise McKechnie (Gates 2003), she and her husband Lindsay considered several options.

“When we went to MLC’s open day and I heard the school song playing from a music room, all my wonderful memories of being an MLC student came flooding back and I knew instantly: I want my daughters to go to MLC, too.”

Libby’s positive recollections of her school days include a fond reverence for larger than life former Principal, Dr Wood, being part of the choir and participating in House events.

“House events were highlights for us too,” recalls Louise. “Teacher Alan Mapp played an integral role in encouraging involvement in House activities.

Participation across all aspects of the House program led to the formation of many longstanding friendships with fellow Fitchett girls. Being nominated by peers as Fitchett prefect in Year 12 was a great honour.”

Louise include language-learning, spending a term at MLC Marshmead and the social aspect of travelling to and from school on public transport.

“Walking into Fitchett Chapel on our wedding day was such a special moment, and reminded me how grateful I am for my MLC education,” says Sally. “Louise and I have both been so fortunate in our careers and friendships, which is thanks to our parents sending us to MLC.”

INTERGENERATIONAL MLC FAMILIES:

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All three women credit MLC for equipping them with leading-edge skills.

“The digital skills we acquired through MLC’s pioneering laptop program made a huge difference when Sally and I left school,” says Louise, who works in healthcare communications.

The family’s strong connection to MLC was reinforced this year when Sally and her husband, Brenton Hale, followed in Libby and Lindsay’s footsteps and were married in Fitchett Chapel.

“Doing the International Baccalaureate at MLC opened many doors for me,” says Sally, who now works as a paediatrician.

“We were married by Dr Wood in Fitchett Chapel and I was delighted when Sally and Brenton chose the venue for their own wedding,” says Libby.

Other shared highlights for Sally and

Pictured clockwise from main image: (L-R) Sally Hall (Gates 2001), Libby Gates (Lavender 1971) and Louise McKechnie (Gates 2003) outside MLC’s Fitchett Chapel; the wedding of Sally Hall; the wedding of Libby Gates.

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STAFF

Beth Gerondis, Director of Learning Support.

DIRECTOR OF LEARNING SUPPORT

Beth Gerondis “MLC was an early adopter of an integrated approach, where learning support is delivered via the mainstream curriculum.

We find this approach works beautifully for students, helping them achieve high levels of personal success.”

A committed and experienced educator, Beth Gerondis is passionate about facilitating effective learning pathways for all students.

“MLC is a proud, open entry school and our learning support program reflects this, with the department supporting students from Prep to Year 12,” says Beth. “Our programs provide support for hearing impaired students and students with learning challenges or specific learning needs. We also deliver the Compass program for gifted and talented students and provide programs for students whose first language is not English.”

“MLC was an early adopter of an integrated approach, where learning support is delivered via the mainstream curriculum. We find this approach works beautifully for students, helping them achieve high levels of personal success.”

Together with her team, Beth works to ensure that teachers are well resourced and supported to accommodate every student, within an accessible learning environment.

“We work cohesively as a College to meet the individual needs of each student. It’s a privilege to enable students to learn in an environment that truly meets their needs and to witness their learning progress throughout their years at MLC.”

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“MLC’s learning culture is supportive of new ideas, which is wonderful for students, who feel the freedom to explore their artistic endeavours in innovative and creative ways.”

Mark Threadgold, Head of Art and Design.

HEAD OF ART AND DESIGN

Mark Threadgold

As Head of Art and Design, Mark Threadgold oversees the delivery of MLC’s extensive visual arts programs.

collaborated on innovative arts education programs with Art Education Victoria and Heide Museum of Modern Art.

“Through our large curricular and cocurricular offering at MLC we can provide numerous opportunities for students to experience and contribute to the arts,” says Mark, who has been teaching art and design for almost twenty years.

“I’m passionate about the arts as a vehicle for interdisciplinary learning and providing a foundation for success across all learning areas,” he says.

“MLC’s learning culture is supportive of new ideas, which is wonderful for students, who feel the freedom to explore their artistic endeavours in innovative and creative ways.”

Mark has recently introduced a new artist-in-residence program, which builds on MLC’s tradition of giving students access to practising artists and their work.

Prominent artists who have participated in the program this year include Lisa Roet, Kate Beynon and Vincent Fantauzzo.

A successful practising artist himself, Mark’s paintings are widely exhibited and collected throughout Australia. In addition to working in schools, Mark has

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THE IMPACT OF

We are delighted to profile the following members of our community, who have generously chosen to donate to the MLC Foundation. Thanks to our many donors, the MLC Foundation continues to actively support the needs of current and future generations of MLC students.

PA S T S T U D E N T

Helen Williams (1961)

How did MLC prepare you for your life beyond the school gates?

I came to MLC in Year 9, from a Victorian country town. It was exciting to be in the big city, and also to attend the same school as my grandmother, whom I had adored and revered. I blossomed at MLC, with its incredible choice of subjects, dedicated teachers and culture of academic endeavour. I developed new confidence and self-assurance – these have been important attributes throughout my life.

What motivated you to make a donation to the College?

MLC is a school that keeps on giving. As a past student I continue to benefit from my enduring circle of school friends, and from opportunities to attend College events including reunions, the Annual Chapel Service and lunch, and the Annual Foundation Gala, which I enjoy immensely. To be still benefiting from my MLC education in my senior years is so special – why wouldn’t I give back to MLC?

ready women, MLC requires financial support as the costs of providing an outstanding educational environment are significant. I hope all past students will consider donating to MLC as a way of giving back to their school that gave them so much.

“MLC is a school that keeps on giving. As a past student I continue to benefit from my enduring circle of school friends, and from opportunities to attend College events.”

What role do you think philanthropy plays in the success of MLC? As the lyrics of our school song attest, the ‘vision splendid’ for MLC continues. With its enduring focus on developing world-

Helen Williams (1961).

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“Education is important to us.

We recognise that our daughter has benefitted from the legacy of former parents who donated to MLC. Now, it’s our turn.”

C U R R E N T PA R E N T S

COMMUNITY

Stephen and Chunnie Adrian

Scholarship opportunity

Stephen is an MLC Board member and MLC Foundation committee member, while Chunnie is a Year 10 class representative.

What motivated you to donate to MLC? Education is important to us. We recognise that our daughter has benefitted from the legacy of former parents who donated to MLC. Now, it’s our turn. We are supportive of the College’s future direction, and the many projects on the horizon that require community generosity. Working together and leading by example, MLC parents can help ensure the best possible outcomes for the College.

As parents, we believe contributing in this way helps create a strong and supportive MLC family and improves the educational experience for our daughter.

Where have you directed your donation?

We haven’t been specific, however we are particularly supportive of MLC’s scholarships program. We have been lucky to be able to provide exceptional educational experiences for our children, and recognise the power of scholarships to provide opportunities to students who many not otherwise have the chance to attend MLC.

What role do you think philanthropy plays in the success of MLC? We know that the fees we pay are largely absorbed by day-to-day running costs, yet the school’s immediate future has a large need for community support.

We support MLC’s ethos of developing ‘worldready women’ and see philanthropic action as a way of giving young women, including our daughter, first class opportunities to achieve their very best in life.

Pictured above: (L-R) Stephen, son Ethan, daughter Olivia (Year 10) and Chunnie Adrian.

The recent Silver and Green Foundation Gala (see page 28) will have a direct and very positive impact on the life of one future MLC student, who will now be able to attend the school on a means-tested scholarship from the funds raised at the Gala.

“Thank you to all our wonderful supporters and sponsors who, together, helped raise $56,000, which will provide a significant contribution towards enabling a girl to attend MLC on a Principal’s Scholarship.

This generosity is part of the MLC spirit. We look forward to welcoming her to MLC in 2019,” says Principal, Diana Vernon.

Making a real difference to the lives of current and future generations of students.

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THANK YOU 2018

Brown Brothers

Mr A Clark & Ms A Dally

Mr A K Brown & Mrs R M C Brown

Mr G P & Mrs L A Clark

Ms B H Brown

Mr C & Mrs A Clarke

Mrs M Brown

Mr T J Clarke & Ms H C Mould

Mr M Brown & Ms C Rogers

Mr J P & Mrs V A Clifford

Dr M Browne

Mr A J & Mrs D M Cole

Mr C J & Mrs A C Bryce Mr J D & Mrs S L Buckley

Mr A S Coleman & Ms I R Koyumdzhieva

We thank and acknowledge all members of our MLC community who have supported the MLC Foundation over the past 12 months, to the enduring benefit of our current and future students alike – your commitment to continuing excellence in education at MLC is truly valued.

Mr F D & Mrs H L K Bucoy

Mr A Colman & Ms M S Blackburn

Mr G A & Mrs R Bugno

Mrs R I J Comer

Mr E & Mrs D Buratto

Mr J M Connellan & Mrs A C Klug

Mrs N J Burns

Content Empire

Mr S A & Mrs D H Butcher

Mr C & Mrs H Cooper Mr L Cordone

In making this acknowledgement we have respected the wishes of donors who have requested anonymity. We are very grateful for the ongoing support of all who have so generously given to the MLC Foundation.

Mrs Y Cainer Mr A Cainey & Ms J Harper

Mr A J & Mrs B M Corr

Mr P & Mrs Y Calcagno

Mr A Corsello & Ms F Mahon

Mr P & Mrs C Caldwell

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Dr P W Crockett

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Ms G Lim Mr K & Mrs P Lim Dr W K Lim & Dr C E Johnson Mr J Lin & Mrs W Liu Mr T G Lin & Ms J M Sun Mr T Lin & Mrs M Tung Mr Z Lin & Mrs L Gao Mr Y Ling & Dr L Ruan Mrs N E Lithgow Mr F Liu & Mrs D Xiao Mr G Z Liu & Ms Y X Huang Mr Q Liu & Ms H Chen Mr R Liu & Mrs X Zhang Mr S Liu & Ms Y Xie Mr X Liu & Ms J Gu Mr Y Liu & Ms H Bi Mr Y Liu & Ms J Dong Mr Z Liu & Mrs L Ma Mr A I & Mrs A W Lo Mr G & Mrs S Long Ms C M Looney Lounge The Label Mr D & Mrs J Louzis Mr S & Mrs M E Lovett Mr S J R Lowe & Ms J M Gleeson Mr J Lu & Ms H Xu Mr J Lu & Ms L Yang Mr J Lu & Mrs M X Liu Mr S Lu & Ms X Li Mr W Lu & Ms Y Zhang Mr F Luan & Ms J Zhang Lucy Liu Staff and Management Mr P R & Mrs E Luder Ms J Lumsden CSC Dr S Lunja Mr A Luo & Mrs Q Shi Mr T D Luong Dr B M Lynch & Dr A V Pienkos Mr J Ma & Mrs A Zhou Mr K B Mabey & Dr A S Huggins Dr C & Mrs A L Maccarrone Mr J T & Mrs M MacFarlane Mr D J & Mrs S C Mackenzie Mr R & Mrs L Macquire Mr J Mahon & Dr J Mahon Mrs L L Mailer Ms K Manickam Mr D R R Mann & Ms S A Whitford Mr N P Mann & Ms A C Chong Mrs M A Mannes Mr X Mao & Mrs F Guan Mr Z Mao & Mrs F Liu Ms L M Marshall Mr G P Martin & Dr M O’Shea Mr S T & Mrs A C Martin Mr A T & Mrs D R Martino Ms M A Mascali Mrs P E Matlock Mr S & Mrs A Matousis Mr M J Maxwell & Mrs S L Williams Mr S Mayer & Ms C Alevaki Mrs P Mayo Mr D J & Mrs L K McAndrew Mr M & Mrs M McAuliffe Dr B C McCann & Dr F R Bassed McCorkell Constructions Mr J & Mrs A McCormack Mr D B McDonald & Ms A M Jarbin Mrs M E McDowall

Dr T J McEvoy & Ms E G Maynard Mr G R McGlone & Ms J M MacLeish Mr P J & Mrs K McGrath Mr A & Mrs E McGregor McIldowie Partners Architects Mr S W & Mrs J M McIntosh Mr D A & Mrs N E McIntyre Dr A G & Mrs R E McKenzie Mrs L McLachlan Mr J & Mrs V McLean Mrs W McLean Mr D C & Mrs M J McLeod Mr T W & Mrs C R McLeod Mr P J McMurtrie Mrs P M McMurtrie Mr J J & Mrs J A McNab Ms C M McPherson Ms H C McQueen Mr D B & Mrs M L McRae Mr Q Meng & Ms H Yan Mr X Q Meng & Mrs N Ji Ms M N Mercuri Mr S L Mesley & Ms A C Taylor Microsoft Mr J G & Mrs F L Millar Mr R M & Mrs K C Millar Mr X Min & Mrs X Shen Mr D & Mrs F P Minnelli Mister Bianco Restaurant Mr P & Mrs J D Mitchley-Hughes MLC Friends of Music MLC Parents’ Association Mr C T & Mrs S J Moller Mr S & Mrs A Moloney Mr T B & Mrs J L Moloney Mr S & Mrs R Montgomery Drs T J & S A Morgan Mr S & Mrs A Morrison Mr K Mortimer & Ms S Mulroy Mr S Motiwalla & Ms T Bacash Mt Buller Ski Lifts Mt Hotham Skiing Company Ms S E Mulcahy Drs N & S Munday Dr A Murugasu & Dr J Lokan Mr A & Mrs T H Muston Drs M V J & M Nadurata Mrs J B Naismith Mrs M E Nall Mr D P Nanayakkara & Ms L J Tuffs Mr G & Mrs S E Narikuzhy Dr N & Mrs M Nassios Mr A & Mrs L Nation Ms R A Naylor Mr M J & Mrs S A Neilson Mr C K Ng & Ms J Lai Mr A D & Mrs K T Nguyen Mr H Nguyen & Ms T Hong Mr M L Nguyen & Mrs V T D Ha Mr M N Nguyen & Mrs T H H Vo Mr S & Mrs S Nguyen Mr V L & Mrs K P Nguyen Mr S T Nheu & Mrs T N H Le Mr R M Niall & Ms H C Sawczak Mrs M A Nicholas OAM Mr G & Mrs S Nicholls Mr J Nicopoulos & Ms O Drakopoulos Mr C & Mrs K Nikou

Mr D M & Mrs A E Noonan

Mr W S Purves

Mr A Norman & Ms K Underwood

Qantas Australia

Mr T J & Mrs A L Northeast

Mr J Qian & Ms M Q Lu

Mr J P O’Connell & Ms S K Larcombe

Mr Y Qiu & Ms R Liu

Mr M & Mrs F M Olaes

Mr Y Qu & Mrs L Ye

Mr A R Oldale & Ms J Lomas

Mr C K Quah & Ms H P Lee

Dr D J & Mrs S E Olive

Mr Y Y Quek & Ms C S W Law

Mr S M & Mrs M N Olive

Mr J M & Mrs S L Quin

Mr D P C & Mrs H J Oliver

Mr A & Dr M Di Quinzio

Mr S A O’Meara & Ms K A Galvin

Drs R & M Rayoo

Dr A Ong & Mrs E H Ma

Red Emperor

Mr P L Ooi & Ms Y N Tung

Mr G & Mrs M Reed

Ooshka

Mr A Reid & Ms A Liu

Dr S A Orme

Mr X Ren & Ms J Sun

Mr M T Osborne & Ms C J Hartnett

Mr M J & Mrs J L Reynoldson

Mr P L & Mrs M M O’Shannessy

Mr K N & Mrs J C Richards

Mr C O’Shaughnessy & Ms K Currey

Ms L A Rockman

Mr P & Ms M O’Sullivan

Mr J Romanes & Ms K Andrews

Mr P E O’Sullivan & Ms E C Moore

Dr N A Rooseboom

Mr R M & Ms S E Pace

Rose & Lyle

Dr L & Mrs E Padayachee

Dr M J Rosenthal AM

Dr P M Paddle & Dr T L Leong

Mr G D & Mrs L Ross

Mr M A & Mrs K M Pajmon

Mr J Rossi & Mrs L Marulli-Rossi

Mr M & Mrs S L Palavestra

Dr A M Rowe

Mrs M I F Palmer OAM

Mr D A & Mrs C M Ruddick

Ms J Pan

Mr G B & Mrs A De Run

Panache Flowers

Mr M & Mrs A Rush

Mrs Y Panagacos

Mrs G J Russell

Mr L & Mrs M Papadopoulos

Mr I & Mrs J Russell

Mr P & Mrs E Papaemmanouil

Mrs R Y Sampson

Mr R J & Mrs S M Papworth

Mr J Sanders & Ms H Coker

Mr J R & Dr D L Parcell

Mr D Sandy & Ms K Goodfellow

Mr R & Mrs I Parekh

Mr S & Mrs M Sardelis

Mr N T Paten & Dr E M Bulling

Mr N A & Mrs A L Dal Sasso

Estate M I Paul

Mr R & Mrs P Satthapiyakun

Mr C & Mrs R Pavlidis

Mr A B & Mrs T A Scharer

Mr A W & Dr L J Peake

Mr J A & Mrs K A Schonfelder

Mrs F Peck

Mrs A Scott OAM

Mr S M & Mrs C J Pedder

Mr P & Mrs C Scrimizzi

Mr B V & Mrs E Peell

Mr A P & Mrs E K Seabrook

Mr C Peng & Ms Y Pan

Mr A & Mrs B Seedsman

Mrs B Penwill

Mrs W W Seward

Ms N Pereira

Mr R N & Mrs D E Sharp

Mr M J & Mrs L F Pernell

Mr T J & Mrs C K Shearer

Mr D & Ms L Perry

Mr P & Mrs C Sheehan

Emeritus Professor P Peters

Mrs G Shelley

Mr A H Petersen & Ms L C Hogan

Mr B Shen & Mrs X Liu

Mr D Petrie

Mr H Shen & Mrs Y Wu

Mr D T Pham & Mrs H T Ho

Mr H Sheng & Ms R Lee

Mrs Y M Phillips

Mr D Shi & Mrs J Wei

Mr Z Pi & Ms Z Yu

Mr G Q Shi & Mrs Y Wu

Dr M & Mrs M Pirpiris

Mr X Shi & Ms J Wang

Miss M F Plazzer

Ms W Shi

Mr N B & Mrs K L Plumridge

Mr Y Shi & Ms M Pan

Mr J L & Ms R S Podmore

Mr Z S Shi & Mrs Z Z Jiang

Mr A & Mrs L Polglaze

Ms A Shields

Mr M G & Mrs D L Polkinghorne

Mr C R & Mrs A M Shoolman

Mr E Polli & Ms S Gordon-Clark Dr A B Y W Poon & Dr E S Khoo

Mr N A Shugg & Ms I A PhillipsShugg

Mr G & Mrs M Porter

Mr J P & Dr M L Siddons

Mr J & Mrs M K Poulakis

Mr C Silverii & Ms J M Cameron

Dr D X & Ms D A Powell

Mrs C B Sim

Mrs J F Powell

Mr G J & Mrs C A Simkiss

Mr A G & Mrs T A T Poynton

Mr D J Simmonds

Dr D & Mrs K Prentice

Mrs A M Simon

Mr M P Pretty & Ms L K Jenkings

Mr S C & Mrs E L Slater

Ms L Pu

Mr A & Mrs B Slee

Mr R Qu & Mrs L H Xu

Mrs M Roennfeldt

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Dr C & Mrs N K Smith Mr J A & Mrs S M Smith Mr A & Mrs G Sneath Mr K K & Ms P W Y So Somerville Mr P Songsungkhan & Ms C Rakphrim Mr K J Sonnemann & Dr M P Christian Dr K Soon & Dr J Khong Dr P B Sparks & Dr L M Murdoch Drs D C & E L Spilias Mr R G & Dr K P Steele Mrs B E Stenning Mr R G & Mrs K Sterritt Mr I G & Mrs T A Stewart Mrs M Story Ms S L Storey Mr A Stubbings & Ms A Warden Mr P Sullivan & Mrs G Koumboulis Mr J Sun & Ms H Jin Mr J Sun & Mrs J Xu Mr J Sun & Mrs Y Shan Mr R Sun & Ms L Yang Mr J A & Mrs H R Sutherland Mr A & Mrs A L Suttle Estate of B Sutton Mrs N Symington Mr D Synefias & Ms M T Del Giudice Mr D E Talbot & Ms S A Gluyas Mr G & Mrs L Talbot Mr J Tang & Mrs R F Wu Mr X Tao & Ms Y Guo Mr G J & Mrs E M Taouk Mr G R Tarrant & Ms N E Calleja Mr S & Mrs K J Tassiopoulos Mr P J & Mrs P J Taubman Dr A J Tauro Mr C T Tay & Ms A S Siew Dr R J Teague & Dr W E Lee Miss B C Terrell Mr R & Mrs S L Terriaca Dr R F Terry Mr J C Thenamkodath & Dr E D Joseph Mr A P Thomas & Ms A L Jones Dr J L D & Mrs L R Thomas Mr R D Thomas & Professor H L De Cieri Dr A Thompson & Ms K Neophytou Mr J & Mrs K Thompson Ms S Thompson Mr A B & Mrs M L Thomson Mr C Thomson & Mrs R Ma Mrs L K Thomson Mr W M Thong & Ms S Y Ong Mr L & Mrs B Tian Mr W Tian & Ms A Dong Mr S Tickner & Mrs S Findlay Tickner Mr S K Tien & Ms C Y Lin Ms E Tilli Mr R Timms & Ms F Croyden Mr D P & Mrs S M Tognella Mrs J Van Tol Mr G & Mrs R Toland Ms S Tomaras Mr T L & Mrs M Ton Mr N K Tong & Madam Y Y Cheong

Mr Y Tong & Ms Q Li

Westpac

Tony Bianco

Dr A G & Mrs A R White

Mr S J Toohey & Ms J A Cox

Mrs J R Whitsed

Mr C J & Mrs A S Townshend

Drs S & R Wickremasinghe

Mr B S Trahar & Ms K J Greene

Mrs H C Williams

Dr B Tran & Ms A Hong

Dr H E & Mrs S J Williams

Professor H Tran & Dr B Teh

Ms R E Williams

Mr N Tran & Ms A D Nguyen

Ms E Williamson

Trapt Bar and Escape Room Mrs H M Travis

Ms S H Williamson & Ms C M Haynes

Dr R S & Mrs K E Treagus

Mrs B Willingham

Miss V Trees

Mr M Willson

Mrs L J Trembath

Mr A D & Mrs N A Wilson

Mrs K M Tremlett

Dr A M Wilson & Dr M C Ryan

Mr S C & Mrs L Trivett

Mrs F J Wilson

Mr Q H Truong & Mrs P T Q Huynh

Mr W Winata & Mrs F Siamir

Mr M F A Tse & Ms W S Choy

Mr C Winneke & Ms J A Dixon

Mr H & Mrs C Tsigaras

Mr R A & Ms A V Wise

Dr A I Turner

Mr M & Mrs K Witkowski

Mrs H C Turner

Dr J & Mrs J A Wong

Mr M P Turton & Dr A E Daly

Ms K Wong

Joseph Tweddle Estate

Mr W M Wong

Mr V Uceda Vazquez & Professor C M Verspoor

Mr W Wong & Ms M L Lim

Mr O M Uittenbosch

Mrs N M Wood

Mr O Ukoko & Ms A Schischov

Miss F L Woodhead JP

UMS Advantage

Mr D S & Ms M Woods

Mrs S E Underwood

Mrs A Wooldridge

Mr M Valena & Mrs S E Roberts

Mr Y N Woon & Ms D J Lee

Vaporetto Bar and Eatery

Mr J D & E M Worme

Mr C A & Mrs C L Venter

Mrs R E Wraith OAM

Ms D Vernon

Mr L & Mrs D Wu

Mr G J Voigt & Ms M C H Lui

Mr Y Wu & Mrs P Lin

Mr D & Mrs A Peereboom Voller

Mr Z Wu & Mrs K Qin

Mr V & Mrs P Vongvises

Mr Z Wu & Mrs L H Ren

Ms T T D Vu

Mr Z M Wu & Ms P X Zhang

Mr M & Mrs D K Vukadinovic

Mr D I & Mrs A A Wyatt

Mr L J & Dr E A Walker

Mr R & Mrs C Wyld

Mrs A Wallington

Mr R & Mrs W Xian

Mr F Wan & Ms Z Liu

Mr H Xiao & Mrs Y Zhang

Mr C Wang & Mrs Y Zhang

Mr Z Xiao & Ms D Ruan

Mr D Wang & Ms F Chiang

Mr H Xiong & Mrs L Lyu

Dr F Wang & Ms S Lin

Mr W Xiong & Mrs M Chen

Mr H & Mrs L Wang

Mr C Xu & Mrs Z Yang

Ms J Wang

Mr J Xu & Mrs H Xie

Mr J Wang & Mrs L Gong

Mr Q Xu & Mrs Y Niu

Mr J Wang & Ms S Ma

Dr Q Xu & Dr Y Yao

Mr J Wang & Ms X Gu

Mr T Xu & Ms X Wang

Mr J Wang & Mrs Y Tang

Mr X D Xu & Ms S Yang

Mr N Wang & Mrs F Huang

Mr Y Xu & Mrs Y Wu

Mr Q Wang & Mrs J Zhu

Mr Z Xu & Mrs L Qiu

Mr W Wang & Mrs J Xu

Mr F Yan & Ms T Ye

Mr W Wang & Mrs X Liu

Mr G Z Yang & Ms L Lee-Yang

Mr W Wang & Mrs Y Liu

Mr J Yang & Mrs J Lu

Mr X Wang & Ms Y Lai

Mr M Yang & Ms L Jin

Mr Z Wang & Ms L Sun

Mr Y Yang & Mrs Y Dong

Mr Z Wang & Ms S Ou

Mr W Yao & Mrs J Jin

Mr Z Wang & Ms W Ren

Mr V Y Yap & Dr C P Wong

Mr L & Mrs L A Ward-Stecch

Mr K Yasin & Ms K Aimidiguli

Mr B H Waschl & Ms J M Lindsay

Mr Y C Yau & Ms P M Wong

Mr A J Watson & Ms J F Baker

Mr C Y Ye & Ms D H Mou

Mr M P & Mrs L N Waymark

Dr H Ye & Ms Y He

Mr X Wei & Mrs M Hou

Mr L K Ye & Mrs K Takeuchi

Mr R W & Mrs L J Weine

Mr W Ye & Ms X Yuan

Miss L V H Wells

Mr R Yin & Mrs L Gong

Mr S R & Mrs K L Wells

Mrs J S Ying

Mr M P & Mrs A M Wentworth

Associate Professor H Yu

Mr J D & Mrs S R Wernert

Mr G A Yu & Ms X K Chen

Mr J & Ms E Westcott

Mr H Yu & Ms Y Y Wang

Mr G J & Mrs S A Wood

Mr K Yu & Mrs K Chan Mr M Yu & Mrs H Zhou Mr W Yu & Ms L Lin Mr W & Mrs W Yu Mr Y Yu & Mrs H Wu Mr Z Yu & Mrs L Chen Mr R Yuan & Ms L Chen Mr W Y Yuan & Mrs Z Wang Mr A Zahirovic Mrs M Zarifeh Mr H Zhan & Mrs J Zhen Mr H T Zhang Ms J Zhang Mr J Zhang & Mrs X Guo Mr J & Mrs X Zhang Mr K Zhang & Ms Y Qi Mr L Zhang & Mrs W Ying Mr X Zhang & Mrs X Yang Mr Y Zhang & Mrs D Er Mr Y Z Zhang & Ms P He Mr Z Zhang & Mrs X Li Ms A Zhao Mr W L Zhao & Mrs S W Xu Mr J & Mrs H Zheng Mr M Zheng & Ms D Li Mr M Zheng & Ms H Jin Mr Q Zheng & Ms J Zhang Mr T Zheng & Mrs W Teng Mr Y Zheng & Ms Y Chen Mr Z Zhong & Ms Z Yin Mr B Zhou & Ms J Li Mr G Zhou & Ms S Meng Mr L Zhou & Ms D Li Mr M Zhou & Mrs Q Yan Mr Q Zhou & Ms X He Mr R Zhou & Ms C Liu Mr R Zhou & Mrs Y Sun Mr Y L Zhou & Ms H Zhang Mr D Zhu & Ms Y Chen Mr K L Zhu & Ms Q Chu Mr W Zhu Mr W Zhu & Ms J Liu Mr X Zhuang & Ms R Chen

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OCC PATRONS

MLC’s Old Collegians Club is thrilled to announce the appointment of Patrons Fran Keller (Woolhouse 1948) and Anne Scott OAM (Simpson 1957).

OCC Patrons hold a special position within the MLC community, acting as ambassadors for the College and its alumnae, wherever in the world they are located.

A teacher at MLC from 1973 – 1990, Fran Keller (Woolhouse 1948) touched the lives of many students, particularly in her role as the inaugural Head of MLC’s Junior Secondary School, to which she was appointed when MLC’s four schools were established by former Principal, David Loader.

Fran Keller (Woodhouse 1948) and Anne Scott OAM (Simpson 1957).

As a student, Fran boarded at MLC during the 1940s, while her daughter attended the College during the years she was on the school’s teaching staff. Fran joined the Old Collegians’ Club when she finished

The inaugural Silver and Green Foundation Gala was a huge success.

FOUNDATION GALA

Held at Leonda by the Yarra, it was an opportunity to socialise, enjoy fabulous food and live entertainment, and also to support MLC’s Scholarship Program.

her secondary education and served as President in 1986.

Anne Scott OAM (Simpson 1957) attended MLC from the age of six until she completed her Leaving Certificate.

Her daughter and granddaughter are also past students. Anne served on the OCC Council for almost 20 years, including as its President from 2009 – 2010.

Anne says her long history of community contribution – beyond MLC she has made an enormous impact on the Girl Guides Association/Guides Australia, International Guiding, The Order of Australia Association and Rotary International – reflects the life lessons taught at MLC and Dr Wood’s famous reminder that “from those to whom much is given, much will be required.”

Both women are looking forward to their continued involvement in the life of the College.

Melbourne’s best restaurants, holiday packages, clothing vouchers, event passes and even the chance to pilot a Qantas jet flight simulator with Principal, Diana Vernon.

In a tangible demonstration of the strength and vibrancy of the MLC community, parents, staff, benefactors, alumnae and College suppliers responded enthusiastically to the Foundation’s new event format, with tickets to the Gala quickly selling out.

The MLC Foundation extends sincere and heartfelt thanks to the many members of our community who supported the Gala by donating auction items. Major sponsors, friends of the College and generous suppliers helped make the night a special and truly memorable occasion.

(L-R): MLC parent and MC Stephen Quartermain, Principal Diana Vernon and MLC Foundation Chair Marjorie Nicholas OAM (Thompson 1956) at the Gala.

The evening’s silent and live auctions featured many priceless items such as an MLC Marshmead experience and an MLC Banksia escape. Also on offer were dining experiences at some of

The Silver and Green Foundation Gala was a wonderful opportunity for the MLC community to invest in the future of our students.

FORTHCOMING OCC EVENTS

For more information please visit mlc.vic.edu.au/occ or email the OCC: occ@mlc.vic.edu.au

Annual General Meeting

Annual Chapel Service and Lunch

Annual Golf Day

Wednesday, 20 March 2019 7 pm in Flockart Hall

Saturday, 20 July 2019 11 am Chapel Service in Fitchett Chapel, 12 pm lunch in Betty Jackson Hall

Monday, 21 October 2019 8 am

Wellbeing Workshop

Young Alumnae Event

Wellbeing Workshop

Monday, 29 April 2019 6 pm – 9 pm in Flockart Hall

Thursday, 12 September 2019 7 pm – 10 pm

Monday, 18 November 2019 6 pm – 9 pm in Flockart Hall

Networking Breakfast

Networking Breakfast

Thursday, 16 May 2019 7.30 am – 9 am

Thursday, 17 October 2019 7.30 am – 9 am

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One of 2018’s Beef and Burgundy dinners.

Beef and Burgundy celebrates 10 years

(L-R): Claire Rogers, Kate Torney and Liz Walker speak at Women Inspired.

PARENTS’ ASSOCIATION EVENTS

These are just a few of the enthusiastic comments received following the newest event on the Parents’ Association calendar, the Women Inspired dinner, which was held at The Boulevard in Studley Park, Kew. The event – a dinner dedicated to the women of MLC – celebrates the diverse and inspirational community of women within our parent body. It was attended by mothers from Prep right through to Year 12, as well as a number of female staff including Principal, Diana Vernon and Senior Vice Principal, Margaret Horton.

Inaugural Women Inspired dinner a huge success “What a wonderful event. I’ve been raving about it and all those I chatted to loved it as well.”

“A night to be remembered.

It had every characteristic of success where the entire room was in the space.

Superb speakers and genuine conversation at the tables.”

“A beautiful event, thoughtfully put together with a wonderful energy.”

The event’s name – Women Inspired – reflects the desire to inspire guests, while at the same time acknowledge that each one of us is inspirational in our own way. Speakers – RSPCA Victoria CEO, Dr Liz Walker and World Vision Australia CEO, Claire Rogers, together with MC Kate Torney, CEO of the State Library Victoria, were drawn from the many, many inspiring women within the MLC community. They gave honest and entertaining reflections on their lives and careers, embracing both success and failure as a way to grow and learn.

The recipe behind MLC’s highly successful, bi-annual Beef and Burgundy night is simple: come together twice a year with fellow MLC dads, dine on a quality steak and top drop from your cellar, while enjoying a riveting guest speaker in a comfortable and inviting atmosphere at the College. Over the last decade it has proven a firm favourite on the MLC Parents’ Association’s ‘menu’ of social events.

The joy of the evening is connecting with more dads and building a strong community around our daughters. Tables are typically made up in year groups with a warm welcome extended to first time attendees. There is certainly a pride in being part of this community and seeing it develop such a strong following. The fact it always sells out is testament to the allure of the event.

Our first guest speaker this year was Australian Grand Prix CEO Andrew Westacott, who was interviewed ‘on the couch’, and gave a behind the scenes peek at how the F1 circus is marketed and delivered around the world. Questions from the floor encouraged lively conversation.

More recently we enjoyed a magnificent evening with the very engaging Ross Brown from the famous Brown Brothers Wines. A full house of 170 MLC dads hung on every word and enjoyed some expansive Q & A with Ross.

The beautifully decorated room coupled with wonderful table conversation allowed women to network, learn from each other and simply enjoy each other’s company. This is just the beginning of a new tradition at MLC.

MLC dads past and present have developed a unique event that continues to entertain, engage and evolve from a proven formula. As one of the organisers and MCs for recent Beef and Burgundy dinners, I know I am simply a custodian of this highly successful, community-building fathers’ event. Long may it thrive..

Alisa Bennett, President, Parents’ Association

Simon Dethridge, Co-convenor, Beef and Burgundy

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STORIES At MLC’s 2018 Careers Showcase we asked our guest speakers – all former MLC students – to respond in approximately 25 words to the following question: ‘What aspects of your MLC education have had the greatest impact on your life?’

JACQUI BAILEY (2008)

MADDY BALSON (2013)

Strategic Marketing Manager

Optometry Student

The best friends that I still have today!

MLC taught me how to balance study, sport and work, and to always strive for success in all three areas.

Here are their responses.

ANNA DONALDSON (2008)

SARAH GEORGE (DI PIETRO 2002)

MADELINE HANNINGTON (2010)

MEL HENSHAW (2007)

Entrepreneur and Social Consultant

Dietician

Physiotherapist

Television Production Freelancer

MLC gave me the opportunity to explore a wide range of interests during school, which helped me work out what I value and enjoy in life.

MLC instilled self-confidence, and fostered an environment where you could give anything a go. My MLC experience laid the foundations to aspire to succeed and pursue my passion.

Participating in sport, House activities and outdoor education outside of classes.

The experiences and friendships made through those activities continue to have a big impact.

MLC taught me to pursue my interests and to take pride in my achievements.

CAROLINE MACINDOE (2007)

JESSICA MARSH (2002)

KIM MENNEN (2007)

ALANA SEAL (2008)

Doctor

Legal Advisor

Photographer

Gallery Assistant

MLC instilled in me a belief that I could achieve my goals and gave me a strong foundation to transition to university and adult life.

MLC provided meaningful community service opportunities, including a World Vision study tour to Kenya and Zambia. I also really enjoyed the global focus of the International Baccalaureate program.

The photography facilities and staff in my final year of Studio Arts (Photography) had one of the greatest impacts on my career.

I really valued the diverse range of subjects offered to me in school. Exploring my passions through education significantly impacted my life and career.

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FIONA BURMAN (2007)

RUBY CHAN (2008)

YUNN CHEN (2006)

ELIZABETH CHRISTIE (2002)

Nurse

Designer and Innovator

Immigration Lawyer

Cancer Researcher

Attending MLC Marshmead in Year 9 had the greatest impact on me because it gave me an opportunity to increase my independence and life skills.

MLC Marshmead and time spent in the Art Department are aspects of my MLC education that most influenced my path as a designer focused on sustainability.

My time in the Boarding House and the Music School shaped me from an awkward teen to a self-assured adult! I am thankful for the life skills and friendships gained.

The opportunity to study science and be curious about how the world works fuelled my passion for science and gave me the drive to work in medical research.

KIRSTY HUGHES (2002)

S O P H I E K E AT I N G (2013)

ANNA-SOPHIA LAZAROU (2004)

GABRIELLE LIM (2008)

Veterinarian

Speech Pathologist

International Airline Pilot

Director and Investor

MLC encouraged me to believe anything was possible, inspiring me to achieve what I have so far – becoming a vet with two degrees, an owner of two businesses and shortly opening my first vet clinic.

The fantastic range of choices offered at MLC allowed me to find and play to my strengths; we all have different strengths we should use.

MLC gave me opportunity, showed diversity, and instilled a desire to learn. MLC proved that anything is possible, and with hard work you can attain it.

MLC’s environment encouraged making and seizing opportunities through the breadth of the curriculum, leadership roles, co-curricular activities or the support to pursue entirely new projects.

K AT R I N A S E D G W I C K (BORN 2006)

L I N D S AY S W A I K (2008)

GIAN WILD (SAMPSON-WILD 1996)

YUE ZHUO (2008)

Ambulance Paramedic

Digital Marketing Manager

CEO

Management Consultant

I left MLC with a beautiful friendship group, filled with compassionate and vivacious women who continue to support and inspire me on a daily basis.

Being encouraged to only pursue subjects that I had a genuine interest in led to discovering the right path for me.

The rollout of laptops to every student in Year 7 meant that I was ahead of the curve when it came to digital.

Being endowed with the mindset that women can do anything they put their minds to.

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Class of 1998

Class of 1963

Class of 2008

Class of 1983

FEBRUARY

50 Year Reunion (Class of 1969) Saturday, 2 February 2019

2019 REUNIONS

60 Year Reunion (Class of 1959) Saturday, 16 February 2019 MARCH

5 Year Reunion (Class of 2014) Thursday, 7 March 2019

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Class of 1988

Class of 1973

Class of 2003

Class of 1993

APRIL

JUNE

OCTOBER

20 Year Reunion (Class of 1999)

30 Year Reunion (Class of 1989)

1 Year Reunion (Class of 2018)

Saturday, 27 April 2019

Saturday, 15 June 2019

Thursday, 10 October 2019

45 Year Reunion (Class of 1974)

40 Year Reunion (Class of 1979)

Saturday, 22 June 2019

Saturday, 19 October 2019

M AY

55 Year Reunion (Class of 1964) Saturday, 4 May 2019

AUGUST

10 Year Reunion (Class of 2009)

15 Year Reunion (Class of 2004)

Thursday, 9 May 2019

Saturday, 17 August 2019

35 Year Reunion (Class of 1984)

25 Year Reunion (Class of 1994)

Saturday, 25 May 2019

Saturday, 24 August 2019

Silver Circle Reunion (1920-1958) Saturday, 26 October 2019

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NOTICES Jenny Cummins (1989)

Marriages

Births

Jenny Cummins (1989) married Mat Pearson on 11 March 2018. MLC guests included Narelle Raymond and Irene Roditis (both 1989).

To Kirsten Baker (1997) and Sean Minter, a son, Otto Thomas Baker-Minter, born 12 December 2016. A brother for Zoe Grace.

Sally Gates (2001) married Brenton Hale on 12 May 2018 at Fitchett Chapel. MLC guests included matron of honour Louise McKechnie (Gates 2003), bridesmaid Louise Norrish (Cunningham 2001) and mother of the bride Elizabeth Gates (Lavender 1971). Other MLC guests included Katherine Balzary (Lavender 1983), Olivia Balzary (2015), Kate Hughes (Moors), Alexandra Nigro (Abel), Merita Deveson, Jessica Holmes (Jenkins), Stephanie Kitchin, Nicole KapiniarisAnson (all 2001) and Lucy Prowse (2009).

Aimee Macko (2006)

Amelia Gourley (1996) married Yosuke Oi in Japan on 23 July 2016. MLC guests included Bianca Lee (1996).

Aimee Macko (2006) married Paul Were on 21 April 2018. MLC guests included maid of honour Katrina Sedgwick (Born 2006) and bridesmaids Megan Macko (2015) and Louise Broughan (2006). Other MLC guests included Lucy Baker, Jennifer Males, Ailie Sanders (Butler) and Ali Simmons (all 2006).

Fiona Spurrell-McKebery (1987) married Trenton Bygraves on 4 May 2018.

Engagements Ashleigh Bourke (2007) to Krste Stojanovski.

Sally Gates (2001)

2018 Australia Day Honours Pamela Pryor (Hales 1967) AO – for distinguished service to occupational health and safety through leadership and advisory roles, particularly in developing standards for education frameworks.

2018 Queen’s Birthday Honours Pamela Christensen (1949) OAM – for service to the community of Caulfield.

Fiona Spurrell-McKebery (1987)

Diane John (Toop 1961) OAM – for service to education through administrative roles.

Phyllis Dorey (1968) OAM – for service to the Jewish community.

To Alex Barclay (2002) and Simon Doole, a son, Charlie Nelson George Doole, born 25 January 2018. A brother for Lachlan Thomas.

To Lara Giddings (1990) and Ian Magill, a daughter, Natasha Rose Magill, born 26 January 2018. A granddaughter for Lynette Giddings (Tabart 1957) and a niece for Sonya de Lacey (Giddings 1986).

To Ben and Sujaritha Hewitt (Thomas 2002), a daughter, Talitha Evelyn, born 20 January 2018.

A sister for Jacob and Caleb.

To Millie Inman (2003) and Luke Laux, twin daughters, India Rose and Harriet Lily, born 10 March 2018. Granddaughters for Virginia Inman (Wellington 1968), great nieces for Angela Arscott (Wellington 1967) and Rosemary Wellington (1973), and nieces for Alexandra Inman (2008).

To Robert and Jennifer Kissane (McLaughlin 1993), a daughter, Georgia Grace, born 8 March 2018.

To Stephen and Claire Lombard (Moulin 2001), a daughter, Maya Jane, born 16 January 2018.

To Tamara Lowen (2001) and Ashley Emerson-Webber, a son, Felix Emerson Lowen, born 21 January 2018. A nephew for Naomi Lowen (1999).

To Christopher and Elise Mallalue (Graham 2002), a daughter, Emily Claire, born 7 May 2018. A niece for Meagan Doran (Graham, 1997).

To Hugo and Sarah Murphy (Stawell 2003), a daughter, Isobel Eiko, born 17 April 2018.

A sister for Olivia Rose. A niece for Melian Stawell (1999) and Anna Stawell (2001).

To Simon and Kate Newey (Melville 2004), a daughter, Lucy Pearl, born 26 April 2018.

A great granddaughter for Glenda Russell (McMillan 1955) and Ruth-Anne Caffery (Synot 1954). A granddaughter for Fiona Caffery (Russell 1980), a great niece for Nerida Guerin (Russell 1987) and Kristina Russell (1990) and a niece for Tess Melville (2007).

To Nabila Petrucci (2007) and Luke Osborn, a daughter, Pepper Lily Petrucci-Osborn, born 6 November 2017. A niece for Shakira Petrucci (2006).

To Cassie Rickard (2003) and Henry Yu, a son, Hamish Alexander Yu, born 2 July 2018.

A nephew for Tenille Rickard (2006).

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To Cristy Symington (1993) and Guy Buchanan, a son, Ranulf Lachlan Symington Buchanan, born 15 May 2017. A great grandson for Gwen Symington (Massey 1938, deceased).

To Tim and Liz Taylor (Oppy 2003), a son, Harrison Alexander, born 13 February 2018.

To Paul and Samantha White (Gerrand 2003), a son, Patrick John White, born 27 June 2018. A nephew for Georgia Koehne (current Year 9 student).

In memory MLC has learnt that the following members of our community have passed away. We extend sincere sympathy to their families and friends.

Lorna Andreassen (Dick 1948) passed away on 13 May 2018.

Patricia Belfield (Vaughan 1948) passed away on 5 September 2018.

Helen Belot (McComb 1953) passed away on 11 January 2018. Mother of Julie Anderson (Belot 1978) and sister of Frances Taplin (McComb 1950, deceased).

Margaret Benassi (Fitzgerald 1951) passed away on 18 June 2018.

Margaret Boyd (Evans 1937) passed away on 9 September 2018 at 100 years of age. Sister of Olwen Bignell (Evans 1938).

Judy Bracken passed away on 19 April 2017.

Judy was a past parent and former Secretary of the MLC Parents’ Association who was awarded PA Life Membership in 1966 by Dr Wood.

Valerie Carter (Nicholls 1954) passed away on 21 March 2018.

Edna Valerie (Val) Crohn (Sherriff 1942) passed away on 23 May 2018. Sister of Leonie Clarke (Sherriff 1948).

Valda Cockburn (Nokes 1942) passed away on 10 June 2017. Mother of Carol Bampton (Cockburn 1970) and grandmother of Laura Bampton (2001).

Lynette Helmer (1957) passed away on 16 June 2018. Sister of Elaine Gordon (Helmer 1950, deceased).

Sandra Tuffnell (Vale 1960) passed away on 12 May 2018. Sister of Alison Vale (1963) and Dianne Vale (1974).

Helen Hobson (Treacey 1937) passed away on 16 May 2018.

Helen Tutt (Young 1960) passed away on 23 July 2018.

Alison Hughes (Lelean 1938) passed away on 9 June 2018.

Marion Woodside (Jenkins 1931) passed away on 4 June 2018 at 104 years of age.

Grandmother of Helen King (Woodside 1989) and Elizabeth Woodside (1991).

Beth Jungwirth (Duncan 1944) passed away on 11 June 2018. Mother of Nerida Hammond (Jungwirth 1973), sister-in-law of Betty Hogan (Jungwirth 1944, deceased) and aunt of Anne Metcalfe (Hogan, 1970 MLC Elsternwick).

Dulcie Keys (Stinton 1941) passed away on 7 April 2018. Sister of Alma Zerbe (Stinton 1939, deceased) and Elvie Mason (Stinton 1950, deceased). Aunt of Jillian Starbuck (Zerbe 1964) and Pamela Stephens-Gillick (Zerbe 1966) and great aunt of Natasha Hanley (Stephens 1991) and Amanda Stephens (1993).

Margaret Levecke (Thomson 1950) passed away on 22 May 2018. Mother of Judy Kinnersley (Levecke 1974), Sally Curtis (Levecke 1978) and Wendy Levecke (1982, deceased) and grandmother of Lucy Levecke (2013).

Pauline Ling (Anscombe 1945) passed away on 5 February 2018.

Patricia Maggs OAM (May 1945) passed away on 10 August 2017. Sister-in-law of Norma May (Reed 1946, deceased) and aunt of Jennifer May (1971, deceased).

Bev Malin (Skeels 1953) passed away on 19 August 2018.

Joan Manly (Lade 1952) passed away on 28 July 2018. Daughter of Dora Lade (Hewitt 1933, deceased). Sister of Elizabeth Owens (Lade 1956) and Elaine Gale (Lade 1958, deceased) and aunt of Michelle Gale (MLC staff member).

Cecilia Parkinson (Tasker 1955) passed away 6 April 2018.

Bonnay Davies (Raymont 1939) passed away on 27 May 2018. Mother of Patricia Beat (Davies 1964).

Joan Parrett (Green 1936) passed away on 11 February 2018. Mother of Elizabeth Nicholls (Parrett 1967 MLC Elsternwick).

Sister of Loloma Weir (Green 1940) and mother-in-law of Janice Parrett (Slater 1966).

Ann Donnett (Boys 1954) passed away on 26 April 2018.

Jennifer Raven (James 1953) passed away 29 June 2017.

Marjorie Garner (Haycraft 1944) passed away on 18 April 2018. Mother of Julie Gould (Garner 1971). Daughter of Elma Haycraft (Martyn 1919, deceased).

Elisabeth Sleath (Long 1954) passed away on 20 August 2017 in the UK. Daughter of Frieda Long (Kruse 1927, deceased), niece of Sheila Kruse OAM (1930, deceased), Enid Williams (Kruse 1935, deceased) and Heather Kruse (1935, deceased) and sister of Margaret Davis (Long 1955) and Janet Long (1957).

Margaret Glover (Junghenn 1943) passed away on 31 July 2018.

Jan Goldberg (Cohen 1952) passed away on 13 September 2018.

Gwen Gordon (Holloway 1935) passed away on 11 April 2018 at 100 years of age. Mother of Barbara Fahey (Gordon 1971), Jennifer Lowe (Gordon 1963) and Jill Cohen (Gordon 1967).

Margery Gosling (Moonie 1933) passed away on 6 July 2018. Marjorie was a former MLC staff member from 1960 – 1975. Sister of Nancy Hartley (Moonie 1938, deceased).

Mother of Jeanette McCann (1969, deceased), aunt of Helen Drinkell (Hartley 1964) and Pamela McDill (Hartley 1968) and great aunt of Johanna Padbury (McDill 2000).

Lillian Smith (Cocks 1940) passed away on 27 April 2018. Sister of Dora McGibbony (Cocks 1934, deceased) and aunt of Helen Peters (McGibbony 1960).

Freda Symons (Greenberg 1947) passed away on 14 September 2018. Mother of Vicki Agius (Symons 1968).

Margaret Timewell (1940) passed away on 13 April 2018.

Eugenie Tuck PSM OAM (1960) passed away on 21 December 2017. Mother of Josephine Millard (1985), Geraldine Millard (1986) and Olivia Millard (1988).

Paul Radelczyk MLC mourns the loss of Paul Radelczyk, a member of the MLC Music Department from 2008 – 2018.

Paul was a dedicated and wellrespected colleague, motivating and inspiring students from Junior School to Senior School through individual brass tuition, VCE music and the many ensembles in which Paul participated as conductor, director and performer.

The MLC community celebrated the life of Paul at a Thanksgiving Service held at the College.

We extend our deepest sympathy to his family, friends, colleagues and students.

Jean Hamley OAM (Davey 1944) The MLC community mourns the passing of Jean Hamley OAM (Davey 1944).

Jean passed away on 3 September 2018. Together with her husband, Brian Hamley AM (1926 – 2013), Jean was a generous MLC benefactor. She received an OAM for service to the community, particularly through the Executive Council of Auxiliaries of the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear hospital.

Mother of Jennifer Singleton (Hamley 1971) and Margaret Hamley (1973). Grandmother to Laura Pearce (Singleton 2001), Amanda Singleton (2004), Francesca Wiseman and Carmen Wiseman.

Jean is also survived by her son, David Hamley.

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