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From the Executive Director

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Russell Davidson (OH ’86) russell.davidson@haileybury.vic.edu.au +61 3 9904 6140

DEVELOPMENT & ALUMNI MANAGER

Hayley Denny

hayley.denny@haileybury.vic.edu.au +61 3 9904 6015

DEVELOPMENT & ALUMNI CO-ORDINATOR

Kylie Phillips

stayconnected@haileybury.vic.edu.au +61 3 9904 6146

DEVELOPMENT OFFICE EVENTS CO-ORDINATOR

Cristina Zannoni

cristina.zannoni@haileybury.vic.edu.au +61 3 9904 6141

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Reaching Out to Our Alumni Members

We are so fortunate that Haileybury has so many outstanding schools and alumni members throughout the nation. Recently I took great pleasure in visiting Haileybury Rendall School in Darwin with my colleague, Hayley Denny.

It was my third trip to the School and left me just as proud as my two previous visits. I felt a sense of excitement which I will take with me as we deliver on a set of activities and services to support all our graduates and promote the OHA.

From community events to boarding house activities, work experience opportunities to tertiary support for graduates, the OHA is an alumni organisation for all Haileyburians. Once a Haileyburian, always a Haileyburian and we greatly encourage all alumni to reach out to us at stayconnected@haileybury.vic.edu.au

Haileybury alumni will be delighted to know there are exciting opportunities at Haileybury Rendall School. The GAP Program involves either a six or 12-month placement at the School, beginning either in January or July each year. Alumni will get the opportunity to work with students from ELC to Year 12 in a small but growing school. They also will have the adventure of working and living in the Top End of Australia in Darwin’s newest and best teaching site.

During our recent visit to HRS, we also had the pleasure of meeting Clare Mullins (OH 2020) and Connor Gall (OH 2019) who are two of our first alumni to volunteer with the Haileybury Rendall School GAP Year Program.

During our chat, they shared their thoughts on the program, and we hope their comments inspire the next graduating year to take part.

“My time in Darwin has gifted me with many long-lasting memories that will continue to shape me in the future,” Clare said.

“This opportunity has taught me copious amounts regarding Indigenous culture and traditions and to also value the amazing experiences life offers.”

Connor said Haileybury Rendall School has provided him with the opportunity to explore new experiences, surrounded by both friendly staff and students.

“Volunteering among an Indigenous boarding cohort has been enormously rewarding. The kids I have met have greeted me only with kindness and taught me so much about their own cultures and stories. I am extremely grateful for this experience.”

We hope to invite Clare and Connor back to Haileybury Melbourne to share their stories in person. We thank them for giving back and being a part of this important program.

If you would like more information on the GAP Program, please contact the OHA Office via email at stayconnected@ haileybury.vic.edu.au or call +61 3 9904 6015.

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WHERE ARE THEY NOW

Lucy Thompson (OH 2019)

Lucy commenced a Bachelor of Primary and Secondary Education at Monash University. After a semester, Lucy deferred as she was unsure it was what she wanted to do.

This break saw Lucy join Haileybury Rendall School’s six-month GAP Year Program. What a fantastic decision this turned out to be. It was “the best experience of my life, exactly what I needed”.

Lucy returned to Melbourne for Christmas last year but missed Darwin terribly. Being the proactive young lady she is, Lucy successfully applied for a job in the Haileybury Rendall School Boarding House as a House Parent, which involves looking after the boarding students.

She is also studying a Bachelor of Secondary Education at Charles Darwin University, majoring in Indigenous Knowledges. Well done Lucy and all the best.

Jack Haritos (OH 2019)

Jack was fortunate after graduating to travel prior to the COVID-19 outbreak. Using his Spanish skills from school, Jack ventured through South America for four weeks across five countries.

“I thoroughly enjoyed travelling to new places and eating various types of food. In Peru, I put years of school camp practice into place and hiked the Inca trail to Machu Picchu,” he said.

“The changing of currencies took me straight back to maths classes also and, of course, my Spanish skills made communication so much easier.”

Jack is studying for a Liberal Arts and Sciences degree at the University of Sydney. He says HRS always teaches you to look to the bigger picture and he has found that most helpful. So too are the tips of secondary school teachers, which he relies upon for university essay writing. Jack is still figuring out what he wants to do next but is ever confident he’ll be able to do it.

Share a Story

If you have some great stories of what the Haileybury Rendall School alumni are up to, please submit them through the new OHA website: https://oha.org.au/share-a-story/.

OHA EVENTS

Haileybury Rendall School graduates become Chapter Members upon graduation. The Darwin Chapter is still in development, and we look forward to hosting more events in the future.

Our Director of Development and Alumni Relations, Mr Russell Davidson, and Development and Alumni Manager Ms Hayley Denny enjoyed a casual dinner with some of the members during their trip to Darwin. Hosted at the Curve Restaurant and Bar in Darwin City, the Melbourne staff enjoyed a lovely dinner with stories shared and a great night was had by all.

If you are interested in becoming a Darwin Chapter Ambassador, please contact us via the OHA website: https://oha.org.au/ambassadors/.

STAY CONNECTED

When our members Stay Connected, they unlock the power of their OHA membership. There are two ways to connect with both your fellow alumni and the School:

Stay Connected through Facebook

For those wishing to stay in touch with their friends from school, please join the OHA Haileybury Rendall School Facebook page https://www. facebook.com/OHA-HaileyburyRendall-School-105781791307476.

Stay Connected through Alumni Connect

For those attending university or ready to take their first steps into employment, we encourage you to take a look at Alumni Connect. Watch the ‘how to’ videos and setup a LinkedIn profile today. Visit Alumni Connect: https://oha.org.au/alumni-connect/.

Update your Details

It is so important that the School has your up-to-date emails for event invitations, competitions, awards and more. Set up a member profile on the OHA website to keep your details up-to-date or contact the Office and we will look after it for you.

The OHA Office loves Staying Connected and hearing from our members. Contact details: https://oha.org.au/contact-us/