Principal's Report - 2015 by KRB School

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Sacred Heart Day The month of the Sacred Heart is a very significant one in all Sacred Heart schools. As a community, the School came together on Sacred Heart Day in the MTC for Mass, celebrated by Father Jeremy Clarke sj. A special part of the Mass was the renewal of vows by the Sisters of the Sacred Heart who were present at the Mass. There was a wonderful sense of community displayed throughout the day with students and staff participating and performing in a "lip-synching" talent quest. Lunch and a number of activities engaging all students were held on the Fernon Fields. Finally, all students performed a special Sacred Heart Day Dance to Pharrell Williams’ Happy. This was shared with our sister schools all around the world. The focus of the day was about enacting the ‘Cor Unum’ spirit and raising funds for the valuable work of the RSCJs in Jakarta, Indonesia, and India which cater for children who come from disadvantaged backgrounds and are unable to access fee-paying kindergartens.

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WELCOME

Throughout 2015, we have endeavoured to provide a transformative education for each one of our students, where they have been able to take on new opportunities, face challenges, and work towards the achievement of their goals. This year at KRB has been an incredible one with some significant achievements. We have completed most of our Operational Plan for 2015 and some major achievements include: • Completion of the BOSTES Registration and Accreditation process • Starting the year with inspiring HSC results from the Class of 2014 • Holding a successful Teaching and Learning Conference, based on Enhancing Feedback • Continuing to develop the legacy of Sister Philomene Tiernan rscj with the Opening of the Learning Centre named after her, and the fundraising and awarding of the Sister Philomene Tiernan Boarding Bursary • The introduction of Student tracking and on-line Reports in the Senior School • Full implementation of the Educator Impact Program for performance review of teaching staff • A very successful Spring Fair in November • Completion of the Senior School Masterplan • The opening of the three year old program and completion of Sophie’s Cottage, ready for 2016.

COVER: HILARY JOHNSTON-CROKE WITH 2015 YEAR SCHOLARS. OPPOSITE PAGE: THE WHOLE SCHOOL PERFORMING THE SACRED HEART DAY DANCE. THIS PAGE: HILARY JOHNSTON-CROKE WITH SPECIAL AWARD WINNERS TAMIKA DARTNELL-MOORE, EMILY SHAW, MOLLY WINDSOR, SOPHIA GRADY AND SASHA ALLERTON

Students from three to 18 years old are engaged, learning and happy to be on our beautiful campus. A summary of their achievements follows in this Report. Our Sacred Heart Focus Goal for 2015 has been 'A Personal and Active Faith in God.' The Goal calls members of the school community to recognise their own goodness and have faith in themselves as sons and daughters of the Sacred Heart. Secondly, the Goal invites members of the school community to trust in the goodness of fellow humans, by giving them dignity, respect, and authenticity to become the persons they are. Finally, it encourages the members to believe and acknowledge that every human is created in the image of God. During 2015 we have encouraged each of our students to be the best they can be in many areas of school life, and to use the many gifts they each have in the best ways possible. Students have been encouraged to reflect on their own experiences to deepen meaning in their lives. They understand that learning involves experiences both within and beyond the classroom, and that they have many opportunities for the development of critical thinking, creativity, and problem solving skills as well as confidence, persistence, and resilience. I have been proud of the way so many of our students have demonstrated these qualities in 2015.

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They have demonstrated commitment to all the goals of Sacred Heart education through their sense of social awareness and the efforts they have made to be the best they can be. We have seen this shown by the Year 12 Class of 2015. In my Vale address, I asked the students, “What is your legacy?” For me it was their enthusiasm, creativity, support of each other, and their commitment to the community of the School. The Class of 2015 demonstrated service to each other and to the school community through their involvement in social justice activities, at school, in Sydney, and overseas. Each student challenged herself academically and through her participation in a variety of co-curricular activities, and each endeavoured to achieve her personal best. KRB students have exhibited their commitment to the Sacred Heart Goals through: • Showing resilience by rising above and learning from difficulties • Achieving their best, both in and out of the classroom • Taking advantage of every opportunity KRB offers • Understanding the importance of serving and supporting others. In 2015 we have continued to develop the minds of our students with a diverse range of intellectual challenges and learning opportunities. We nurture the development of a growth mindset by empowering our young women and men to: • Embrace life's challenges • Persist with the realisation of personal goals • Succeed in the face of setbacks. Our P-12 student tracking program is an integral part of this approach. It has enabled staff to better monitor the academic, social, emotional, and spiritual goals of each student and provide the necessary guidance to support them to achieve to their potential. Students have been provided with engaging learning experiences where they have had opportunities to achieve both collaboratively and individually. Ongoing professional learning of our staff ensures that all are: • Effective educators and leaders • At the cutting edge of quality learning and teaching • Modelling best practice. During the year, P-12 staff have participated in leadership seminars, conferences and in-services and have appreciated the opportunities to work with and learn from renowned guests and respected educators and leaders.

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POSITIVE WELL BEING In 2015, KRB continued working with the Positive Education Program. This is based on the Positive Psychology movement, which aims to “educate for both traditional skills and for happiness”. The focus has been on a strengths-based approach which concentrates on developing students' capabilities, whereby they learn the skills necessary for overcoming adversity and for developing resilience. Activities including the Year 9 City Immersion Experience, G10 for Year 10 students, Big Sister Program, Peer to Peer Programs, Outdoor Education camps, Transition programs, and the Positive Education program in the Boarding School, assisted in providing challenging opportunities for all students and helped build resilience. Many KRB students took advantage of the Global Exchange Program, which developed independence and resourcefulness. It also gave students an understanding of other Sacred Heart Schools and countries, and the wonderful opportunities and challenges of travelling overseas. New students were welcomed to the School in a series of morning teas, where they were able to get to know the Principal and new students in other years. Towards the end of Term 3, the Principal took the opportunity to meet with Year 12 students to discuss their thoughts on the upcoming HSC, their time at KRB, and what the future held for them.

CHALLENGES OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM The strong KRB spirit has certainly been shown through the many co-curricular activities in which our students have been involved. Over 700 students have participated in sporting activities, where they have learnt the value of teamwork and of the importance of practice, commitment, and training to achieve their goals. Our sporting program has also challenged our students and it is admirable that so many have achieved significantly at both School and State level. Students have also shone in the Performing Arts area and many will remember the outstanding performances of students in The Ash Girl held earlier this year. Public speaking and debating remain important components of the cocurricular program and many teams achieved at a high standard in high level competitions.

DEVELOPMENT OF FAITH Throughout 2015 students have had opportunities to develop a greater understanding of their Catholic faith, other faiths, and reflect on the values of a Sacred Heart education. Retreats for each group, family Masses, celebration of particular sacraments as well as liturgies led by students, have all contributed to the development of faith.

OPPOSITE PAGE: SOPHIE’S COTTAGE CHILDREN INSPIRED BY CONSTRUCTION WORK

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Students from ELC through to Year 12 have demonstrated many examples of service, generosity and commitment both within and beyond the campus. The support of each student for one another, particularly in challenging times, is a hallmark of a Kincoppal-Rose Bay student. Students have also participated in a number of social justice activities. These include:

We have continued to provide many opportunities to come together as a community in 2015. Every group which makes up KRB - our students, staff, current and past parents and past students - are an integral part of our School. We have offered a number of activities in which each of these can be involved. Many members of our community have commented on the strong sense of friendship that they experience at KRB. We are grateful to all those who have assisted with the events we have held in 2015, especially the KRB Spring Fair held in November this year.

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Trips to Bowraville, Peru and India International Women’s Day City Immersion The Philanthropy Program The WEFT Stall at the KRB Spring Fair Joingy children raised over $3000 for a variety of charities.

CAMPUS DEVELOPMENT The following areas of development have been completed in 2015:

LEADERSHIP In 2015 many students took up the challenge of leadership, both in the day and boarding school. Students from both the Senior and Junior School heard from leaders through a variety of forums and programs, and reflected on the fact that leadership is about consistent learning and being effective role models for others. A number of programs have enabled students to develop their confidence and awareness of the importance of leadership as service to others and making a difference in the community. The Year 12 leaders of 2015 were a strong group who created opportunities for their peers and younger students to participate in and develop their own potential. The Year 11 Class was also able to develop leadership skills before taking on the role of leaders, at the Year 11 retreat in May, where the focus was both development of cohesion as a group and of leadership.

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The Sister Philomene Tiernan rscj Learning Centre Sophie’s Cottage refurbishment for the new ELC centre Refurbishment of the belfry New drainage around the front elevation Year 8 classrooms repainted New lockers in Year 11 & 12.

SUMMARY FINANCIAL INFORMATION 2014 (A) RECURRENT/CAPITAL INCOME State Recurrent Grants 4%

(B) RECURRENT/CAPITAL EXPENDITURE Commonwealth Recurrent Grants 8% Other Capital Income 4%

Salaries, Allowances & Related Expenditure

Fees and Private Income 84%

68%

Capital Expenditure 8%

Non-Salary Expenses 24%

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THE LEGACY OF SISTER PHILOMENE TIERNAN RSCJ

It has been just over a year since we learnt of the tragic death of Sister Philomene Tiernan rscj. Since then the School has focussed on remembering Sister Phil for her joy, her love, her faith and compassion, and as an ongoing role model and inspiration for students at Kincoppal-Rose Bay. The School commemorated the anniversary of the death of Sister Phil on 17 July 2015 by coming together in the Edwina Taylor Clark Auditorium for a liturgy. At this service we inaugurated our Memory Tree for Sister Phil, an idea inspired by the 'Survivor Tree' at the site of where the World Trade Centre stands in New York. Students from each pastoral group in the Senior School and each class in the Junior School came up on the stage and draped the tree with ribbons. Attached to the ribbons were hearts with their memories of Phil and heartfelt messages honouring her life. In July the Sister Philomene Tiernan rscj Learning Centre was officially opened by Sister Rita Carroll rscj, Deputy Chair of the KRB School Board and a first cousin of Sister Phil. The Centre was blessed by Monsignor Tony Doherty. The Centre was completed in January 2015 and is now home to Year 10 students. The Centre enables collaborative and interactive learning in a technology-rich environment, with a common room and study areas for students. It seemed appropriate to name this space after Sister Phil: She was herself a great educator and one who believed in the importance of all students achieving their personal best. She encouraged all students to strive and to challenge themselves and saw the importance of the strong sense of community that the Centre engenders.

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Over 150 guests attended the Opening, including The Hon. Gabrielle Upton, Attorney General and Member for Vaucluse, members of the Kincoppal-Rose Bay School Board, Sisters of the Society of the Sacred Heart, Principals of other Sacred Heart Schools, those involved in the building project and donors to the Sister Philomene Tiernan Boarding Bursary. In her welcome address, the Principal Hilary Johnston-Croke spoke of the legacy left by Sister Tiernan: • As a gracious role model of a Sacred Heart Sister who inspired all of us to be the best we can be • Our students wrote, "Sister Phil, you embody the spirit of Sacred Heart and so many students have adopted this view of life and love because of you" • Her great love, compassion and empathy for others • She developed community – talking to staff and students in our corridors, hallways and Boarding houses • Her great gift of affirmation, "Darling you are doing so well." She helped many of us feel special and in doing so transformed us • She was an educator of great faith and intellect. Students also saw her as mentor, friend, grandmother, and an inspiration • A leader who inspired and influenced others; for me she helped me become the Sacred Heart educator I am today

• She was Provincial (Leader of the Society of the Sacred Heart) and a Board member of KRB for nine years • She also coordinated the Network of Sacred Heart Schools in Australia and New Zealand when I became Principal of KRB • Our senior students wrote, "You will always remain in our hearts and you will forever be an inspirational role model for us as young women and throughout the rest of our lives." In her address Sister Carroll spoke of the ways in which Sister Phil lived out the goals of Sacred Heart education. She commented on Phil’s outstanding ability to relate to people quickly and easily. “This has been so evident in the testimony of her family, especially of her nieces and nephews, as they spoke of her individual love and care for each of them. Her friends from around the world mourned her loss. The boarders, who were the focus of her role here in the School, knew how much she cared for each of them, followed their interests and helped them through the difficult times that being far from home and family always bring. It is through the care and love for each one that we ‘build community as a Christian value’ here among the whole Kincoppal - Rose Bay family. While we grieve Phil’s loss, we know that she loved each one here in this School. She knew that you are capable of continuing to provide the atmosphere of wise freedom in which young people can flourish and continue to grow.”

Features of the Centre • An area combining links to the history of the School with its exposed sandstone walls along with modern facilities • A meeting place for the entire year group with operable glass walls • A collaborative and interactive learning space with break out spaces for small group work • State of the art technology • A community area for gathering during break times such as morning tea and lunch • An office for the Year Co-ordinator to meet with individual students or groups • Easy access to lockers, which form part of the space. At this ceremony, the Principal announced the launch of the Sister Philomene Tiernan rscj Boarding Bursary. This has been made possible by the generous donations from many members of the KRB community. This bursary has been set up to provide financial assistance for a boarder, new to KRB, from rural NSW or Queensland (Sister Phil’s home state) and will cover their boarding tuition for the duration of their time at KRB. This is for a boarder entering Years 9, 10 or 11 in 2016. Through further fundraising, KRB hopes to be able to provide a full boarding and tuition bursary.

OPPOSITE PAGE: HILARY JOHNSTON-CROKE WITH GEORGINA HARRISON (YEAR 11), EMILY SHAW (YEAR 12), SISTER RITA CARROLL RSCJ, MICHAELA SORRENTI, PATRICK MIR (YEAR 6) AND BRYAN CURTIN. THIS PAGE (CLOCKWISE L-R): MEMORY WALL, YEAR 10 STUDENTS CHRISTIE CHUNG, ALEXANDRA OWEN AND EMMA HUNTER ENJOYING THE NEW SISTER PHILOMENE TIERNAN RSCJ LEARNING CENTRE, STUDENTS WITH SUNFLOWERS WELCOME GUESTS TO THE OPENING OF THE CENTRE, SISTER RITA CARROLL RSCJ AND THE HON. GABRIELLE UPTON MP.

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LEARNING FOR LIFE AT KRB

A KRB education is one where the five goals of the Society of the Sacred Heart are aligned with our vision for preparing resilient, active and enthusiastic lifelong learners, confident with the skills, knowledge and mindset they need to make a difference in the world. CLASS OF 2014 HSC RESULTS

VALE, CLASS OF 2015

The HSC results from the Class of 2014 demonstrated many outstanding individual achievements across the year group. It is significant to note that many of the students who attained excellent results held positions of responsibility as leaders across a variety of areas, and were also highly involved in our co-curricular program. This is what KRB is about educating the hearts and minds of our students.

The Class of 2015 took advantage of the educational, professional, and personal opportunities that arose throughout their time at KRB, demonstrating humour, solidarity, and diversity in the way they conducted themselves and coped with challenges. They worked hard to succeed, identified their passions, took risks, and seized new opportunities.

Some of the significant achievements of the Class of 2014 included:

At the Vale ceremony on 11 September, a number of students were acknowledged for their academic achievements, and their contribution to KRB:

• Lucy Miller and Zhenyi (Carrie) Wang both achieved an ATAR of 99.85, making them joint Dux of the Class of 2014 and combined recipients of the Distinction in Studies Award • Zhenyi (Carrie) Wang achieved First in Course for English as a Second Language • KRB ranked 17th in the state for English (ranked numerically) • Claudia Nolan’s major work in HSC Drama was selected for inclusion in the Board of Studies 'OnStage' • 67% of students studied one or more Extension courses • The majority of the Class of 2014 was accepted into their first choice tertiary course • Two students received offers from overseas universities – Madison Mooney to Peterhouse Cambridge and Sabrina Kwok to UCLA Berkeley • Seven of the 11 students who started in ELC gained an ATAR over 90. Thirty-three percent of students who gained an ATAR over 90 were boarders.

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• 34 students were given Year Scholar Awards for their outstanding achievement in the HSC Assessment Program; Sasha Allerton, Kate Filippelis, Arabella Robinson, Phoebe Anderson, Isabelle Frisken, Liana Romeo, Victoria Anderson, Francesca Gazal, Frances Ryan, Emilie Bucci, Lily Gordon, Emily Shaw, Emily Bulkeley, Monica Jones, Claire Shephard, Sarah Cooper, Sophie Kondilios, Claudia Thackray, Stephanie Dammann, Elinore Larnach, Zetian Wang, Francesca Daniel, Antonia McGrath, Camille White, Tamika Dartnell-Moore, Genevieve Murphy, Molly Windsor, Madison David, Georgia Nankivell, Laura Wotherspoon, Isabella Dimattina-Beven, Alice Nowlan, Jennifer Wratten, Ella Ottaviano, and Jia Ni Zhou. 31 students were presented with Blue Ribbon Awards for students who have demonstrated: • Strong support for the School’s Christian character, philosophy and practices shown in both personal manners and actions • Initiative and commitment in performance of specific leadership responsibility

• Service to the School – going above and beyond their required expectations to serve students and community • An active and independent approach to learning. The students were: Sasha Allerton, Liberty Griffin, Arabella Robinson, Phoebe Anderson, Alice Ham, Liana Romeo, Stephanie Dammann, Alice Hamblin, Frances Ryan, Francesca Daniel, Monica Jones, Emily Shaw, Isabella Dimattina-Beven, Sophie Kondilios, Claudia Thackray, Kate Filippelis, Emily Lord, Emily Thompson, Francesca Gazal, Lucy Macarthur Onslow, Camille White, Maddisen Gazal, Antonia McGrath, Molly Windsor, Grace Gerathy, Madeleine Mercer, Laura Wotherspoon, Sophia Grady, Alice Nowlan, Congcong Wu, and Jia Ni Zhou. • Molly Windsor was presented with the Sacred Heart Award for her active commitment to the Sacred Heart Goals • The Peg Magoffin Award was awarded to Sophia Grady for her outstanding service to the School • The Principal’s Award for Resilience was awarded to Tamika Dartnell-Moore for being a role model for others in how she dealt with challenging circumstances • Sasha Allerton was awarded the Patricia Bowyer Award for her contribution to issues of social justice • This year’s Archbishop of Sydney Award was awarded to Head Girl, Emily Shaw.

NAPLAN RESULTS 2015 The 2015 Naplan results for KRB were strong across all years and all aspects (Reading, Writing, Grammar and Punctuation, Spelling, Numeracy) compared to the State and to the NSW AIS. Highlights: Year 3 performed significantly above the State and NSW AIS means in all aspects • • • •

89% (top 2 bands) for Reading 92% (top 2 bands) for Writing 84% (top 2 bands) for Spelling 87% (top 2 bands) for Grammar and Punctuation

Year 5 performed significantly above the State and NSW AIS means in Reading, Writing, Grammar and Punctuation and Numeracy • 78% (top 2 bands) for Reading • 80% (top 2 bands) for Grammar and Punctuation Year 7 performed significantly above the State and NSW AIS means in Writing • 69% (top 2 bands) for Spelling • 66% (top 2 bands) for Grammar and Punctuation Year 9 performed significantly above the State and NSW AIS means in Writing, Grammar and Punctuation • 52% (top 2 bands) for Reading • 63% (top 2 bands) for Numeracy

CO-EDUCATION IN THE JUNIOR SCHOOL In continuing our proactive approach and commitment to co-education, we hosted a number of events this year to provide a balance for both boys and girls in the Junior School. A parent evening for the Year 1 to Year 6 parents of boys was held to explore the opportunities available to the boys and gain ideas for future events. The father / child day out at the Matador Cricket Cup was a huge success as the boys and girls hunted for our Australian Cricketers’ autographs, and our Kindergarten parents enjoyed a coffee and croissants morning to discuss the future of their boys at KRB. The STEAM curriculum is coming to life at KRB as we celebrated our first Solar Car Race at UNSW, enjoyed our first year with Robotics embedded in the Year 4 curriculum, and loved designing and building our Billy Carts in Kindergarten.

SOPHIE’S COTTAGE This year has seen the opening of our 3 year old Long Day Care program called Sophie’s Cottage after St Madeleine Sophie Barat. The cottage program has been running all year in one of the Joigny classrooms overlooking the renovations of the original Cottage by the Sea building, which will open as the new Sophie’s Cottage in 2016. The children in Sophie’s Cottage have been attending 2, 3 or 5 days and their program has developed into a delightful sharing of ideas, learning, confidence building, and exploration of interest based ideas. The children have been able to attend extracurricular activities including tennis and gymnastics, and participate in French and Library lessons.

JOIGNY This year at the Joigny Centre we have been inspired by the seasons, observing changes in our natural environment, exploring all that is around us, and wondering about the world and mysteries of nature along the way. It has been a year filled with explosions of power, curiosities of change in all that the children have explored. We have also looked at the invisible line between reality and the imagined, the impossible and the possible. This year the range of investigations was again varied and deeply engaging for the children. Their passion for things has been shown in the depth of wondering and sharing of ideas within each of their projects. They have been inspired by their imaginations, their explorations, the natural environment, challenges put to them, and of course authentic child based interests. Some of the major projects have included: The Discovery of a Troll, Tinkering for Real, The Nature of Seasons, Power, Superheroes, Undies on the Outside, and Beware Pirates at Joigny. The Joigny children attended many special events throughout the year cementing their connections to the whole school community and seeing their involvement as students of Kincoppal-Rose Bay: • Anzac Assembly and part of the Anzac Project Based Learning Project • Attendance at and participation in the Junior School Athletics Carnival

OPPOSITE PAGE: HILARY JOHNSTON-CROKE WITH THE HIGH ACHIEVERS OF THE CLASS OF 2014 “LEANING IN”.

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• Dressing up as an array of book characters for Book Week • Attending Mothers’ and Fathers’ Day Masses • Performing and welcoming their Grandparents on Grandparents' Day • Swimming Lessons • Visiting the HSC Art Exhibition and voting for the Joigny prize.

INNOVATION AT KRB Now in its second year, the Innovation Program invited applications from staff to develop and implement projects that enhance the life of our School, and improve outcomes for our community. In 2015, the following programs were initiated: • The Field of Studies Program in the Junior School facilitated problem based learning where students formed project groups to answer questions about the world around them • KRB Wellness Week was a surprise pop-up initiative led by Year 11 students to support Positive Education and promote wellness, positivity and the building of community • The Cyber Safety Initiative had Susan McLean, Australia’s foremost expert on cyber safety and young people, work with students from Years 5 – 9, to develop respect for others, personal responsibility, and protection of one’s reputation in an online world • Coloured Cookie Pad seating was introduced to Year 1 to create more flexible work spaces in the classroom • Students in the Junior School studied the history and foundation of their School to produce a triptych, on weatherproof material, depicting the establishment of the first Sacré Coeur School in Australia • Joigny completed a restoration project, renewing and cleaning the heritage pathways below Sheldon House.

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STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS Students have been provided with engaging learning experiences where they have had opportunities to achieve both collaboratively and individually: Collaborative Achievements • Kindergarten celebrated 100 days of Kindergarten on Friday 31 July with an Assembly, a celebration cake and a display of their art and craft • Year 3 students Alexander Appleyard and Christian Langley placed 1st at the UNSW MiniSprint Model Solar Car Challenge and Hamish Murray and Isabella Zuccon placed 3rd • Year 6 students Michaela Sorrenti, Harriet Cook, Sophia Laverty, Charlotte Smeallie and Penelope Hughes were the 2015 ISDA Debating Champions • Ms Anastasia Panas’ Year 7 Mathematics class won the National Prize for the National Mathematics Talent Quest with their research on Maths in Disneyland • KRB’s first ‘Wellness Week’ was organised and implemented with great success by the Senior School Student Leadership team • The Tildesley Tennis team was awarded the Spender Cup for the most improved school in 2015. They placed 5th overall in the competition • Year 11 students raised over $10,000 in their 'KRB Girls Cut Curls' initiative for the Cancer Council. • Students, parents and staff ran the KRB Stalls at the Spring Fair in November. The event was a success, raising over $65,000.

INDIVIDUAL ACHIEVEMENTS • Sophia Grady and Francesca Daniel, Year 12, were both nominated for HSC Drama showcase OnSTAGE; a selection of exemplary major works across the State • Sophie Kondilios, Bijanka Bacic, Congcong Wu and Stephanie Dammann, Year 12, were nominated from

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over 9000 students in NSW for HSC ARTEXPRESS Amanda Zhu, Year 9, was awarded Class Excellence for achieving 100% in the National Chemistry Quiz Claire Park and Wendy Xin, Year 6, achieved Distinctions, placing them in the top 10% of students in the Mathematics Challenge for Young Australians. Wendy also placed in the top 2% for the Maths Olympiad problem solving competition Harriet Cook, Year 6, earned a Silver Award in the BOSTES 'Write On' Competition Eva Jacobsen, Year 3, received a Gold Award for 'Write On' 2015 Stage 2 Narrative Megan Fitzgerald, Year 11, was awarded the Year 10 Academic Excellence Award at the University of Sydney for being named the Year 10 Dux in 2014 Claire Kelly, Year 9, placed 1st in the Junior Readings section of the AHIGS Festival of Speech held in October Allegra Lamaro and Lilli Black, Year 7, were representatives at the YMCA NSW Junior Parliament in July Rosemary Cook, Year 9, is a member of the senior choir in the Sydney Children's Choir. She has also been a member of the Gondwana Choir since 2012 Alyssa Meli, Year 9, received a Highly Commended in the Woollahra Youth Photographic Competition 2015 Rhiannon Carr, Year 10, was awarded Gold in both the 50m and 100m Butterfly at the Pacific School Games in November Holly Harris, Year 7 won the NSW State Championships and is the current Australian Novice National Champion in Figure Skating Phoebe Hughes, Year 8, was selected to represent NSW in the Under 14 Girls State team at the Whistler Cup in April. This was Phoebe’s first international event Lara Parmenter, Year 11, was selected to play for the Under 20s Premier League for UTS Ella Cusack, Year 8, was selected to tour the USA with the University of Sydney Football Club and will be

coached at UCLA • Sarah Noonan, Year 7, won the Australian Youth Showjumping competition in September and is now ranked 35 in the world for Under 14 Showjumping • Charlotte Ekins and Capri Felix, Year 7, won gold medals at the Surf Livesaving Championships in March.

OUT OF CLASSROOM LEARNING EXPERIENCES In 2015 many diverse learning activities outside of the classroom took place: • The Sophie’s Cottage children enjoyed spending time in the wild learning more about the bush. Their activities included areas such as the Vegetable Garden and the little bridge, and nature walks along the lower pathways. Their enthusiasm when participating in International Mud Day, reflected the joy they experience when outside • Joigny children visited the National Maritime Museum to participate in Pirate School, following on from a term of trying to protect ourselves from and discover all about pirates. Later in the year the children headed off on a dual excursion firstly to the Australian Museum to explore the Albert Chapman Mineral Collection. After setting up their own Crystal and Rock Museum at Joigny, this was a fitting way to view some amazing crystals and deepen the children’s knowledge about the differences between rocks and crystals. The second part of this excursion was a visit to the Art Gallery of NSW to see the Archibald Exhibition. The children’s investigations into portraiture resulted in them creating their own unique portrait • Joigny children regularly participated in Wild Time enabling them to explore their natural surroundings, construct and create their own camp site, forge through unchartered wild bush and create secret tracks. The children also recognised World Environment Day, World Water Day and participated in National Tree Day, planting over a hundred trees, shrubs and plants throughout the Barat Burn area. A highlight was being

OPPOSITE PAGE: ALEXANDER APPLEYARD, CHRISTIAN LANGLEY, HAMISH MURRAY AND ISABELLA ZUCCON (YEAR 3) WITH THEIR SOLARSPRINT CARS, ANASTASIA PANAS WITH THE YEAR 7 MATHEMATICS CLASS – WINNERS OF THE NATIONAL MATHEMATICS TALENT QUEST. THIS PAGE (CLOCKWISE L-R): CLAIRE KELLY (YEAR 9) 1ST PLACE IN JUNIOR READING AT AHIGS FESTIVAL OF SPEECH, SOPHIE KONDILIOS – NOMINATED FOR HSC ARTEXPRESS, RHIANNON CARR (YEAR 10) DUAL GOLD WINNER AT THE PACIFIC SCHOOL GAMES, GABRIELLE JAMES BENNETT, LARA PARMENTER, NATALIE MCDOWELL AND MEGAN FITZGERALD (YEAR 11) IN ‘KRB GIRLS CUT GIRLS’ FOR CANCER RESEARCH,

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part of International Mud Day which saw the children slide, hide, slip, roll, squelch, slurp, and stomp their way through hours spent in the mud Kindergarten took part in the innovative experience of making billy carts Year 1 went on excursions to the Sydney Aquarium and City Farm Year 2 had a cultural experience when they visited the Chinese Gardens and the Korean Cultural Centre Year 3 visited the Perfection Chocolate Factory as part of their science and technology unit, based on the teaching and learning outcome, "identifying that adding or removing heat causes a change of state between solids and liquids" Years 3 and 4 travelled to Fitzroy Falls for their camp to focus on developing friendships and team building Years 5 and 6 visited the ANZAC Memorial in Hyde Park as part of the 100th Anniversary Year 6 Extension English students were fortunate to meet author Morris Gleitzman at the Jewish Museum to hear his insights about the novel Once As part of their transition into Senior School, Year 7 attended camp at Stanwell Tops to develop skills in teamwork, decision making, communication, independence, and leadership Natalie Arens, Zoe Davidson, Jessica Fong, Ella Hannon, Madeleine Kan, Bella Lamaro, Taylor Mooney, and Laeticia Pajanacci, Year 8, participated in the da Vinci Decathlon at Knox Grammar The Year 11 Retreat focused on leadership and the importance of leadership as service. Students were challenged to identify the key components of effective Sacred Heart leadership.

INDIGENOUS EDUCATION PROGRAM KRB is committed to offering learning opportunities to indigenous students and providing a supportive environment for their holistic growth. This year, in acknowledgement of the traditional custodians of the land and in honour of Sister Philomene Tiernan rscj, a great friend to and supporter of our indigenous girls, the Aboriginal flag joined the Australian flag at the front of the School. The students took part in many exciting events this year: • One of the highlights was sailing on the super yacht Brindabella around Sydney Harbour • In August, Gabrielle Ebsworth and Tarley Ridgeway represented KRB at the launch of the AIEF’s government submission on best practice in Indigenous Education. The guest of honour was Prime Minister at the time, The Honourable Tony Abbott • KRB celebrated NAIDOC week with readings of Dream Time stories to students in ELC • Eight of our indigenous students attended a workshop, 'Walking Together: Birds of many coloured feathers' led by Leann Wislon, an Elder descended from the Bidjara and Kara-Kara peoples. At the workshop, the students discussed issues to do with cultural identity and women’s roles within their communities • This year has been a very special one for KRB with five indigenous students successfully graduating from Year 12: –– Gabrielle Ebsworth will go on to study Marine Biology at James Cook University in Townsville –– Anika Hooker is planning to study at Monash University in Melbourne –– Megan Kennedy is applying for an Arts degree at UTS and has been selected to participate in the Jumbunna Direct Entry Program

THIS PAGE (L-R): ELC CHILDREN ENJOYING INTERNATIONAL MUD DAY, YEARS 5 AND 6 STUDENTS AT THE ANZAC MEMORIAL IN HYDE PARK

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–– Madeleine Mercer is taking a gap year before further study and has been offered a role working with the RSCJ Sisters at the Sacred Heart School in Vienna –– Tarley Ridgeway is returning to family in Newcastle and will apply for the Yapug pathway program, a 12 month enabling option through the University of Newcastle.

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STAFF PROFESSIONAL LEARNING Growth and development of staff is an area of strategic importance for Kincoppal-Rose Bay School. Professional learning through observation, self-reflection and engagement in both internal and external educational experiences, enhances the learning community for all. Throughout 2015, staff have actively engaged in lectures, workshops, conferences, and online learning experiences from a series of highly regarded and accredited providers. Learning and engagement have occurred across a wide range of areas from the subject specific and contemporary educational initiatives through to educational compliance: • The Principal attended the National Coalition of Girls’ Schools conference in Richmond, Virginia in June. The conference, 'From STEM to STEAM: Girls’ Schools Leading the Way', was an opportunity to engage in hands-on activities, participate in content-based discussions, share classroom materials, learn about web based teaching resources, and exchange best practice for teaching girls. The conference served as a forum for educators to further examine why so many girls choose not to pursue careers in STEM-related fields and, even more importantly, how we can empower girls to shift this paradigm • The Principal also attended the 5th International Sacred Heart Heads Conference at the Sacred Heart School in Mexico City, Collegio Sagrado Corazon in October. There were 120 delegates from 49 Sacred Heart Schools and 29 countries were represented. The Principals from Sacré Coeur, Melbourne and Stuartholme, Brisbane also attended. The Conference theme was 'Given the complexity of the world, an inner journey'. It provided an inspiring forum to share ideas, and learning and teaching initiatives • The Business Manager, and Management Accountant attended the Association of School Business Administrators Conference. Themes discussed at the conference were the rapid changes in technology and the flow-on effect within the education space • The Director of Learning and Innovation attended the Building Learning Communities Conference 2015, in Boston, Massachusetts in July. This course, led by educational theorist and practitioner Alan November, has been fed back to the community, to Staff, Heads of Department, and to the Leadership Team. It has also influenced the direction and strategic outcomes of the eLearning Team this year • The Annual Professional Learning Conference had a theme of 'Feedback for Excellence' and engaged staff across the School in all aspects of feedback, with

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lectures and workshops designed to engage both teaching and administrative staff. Three Middle leaders attended the Queensland Leadership Institute to engage in a leadership course specifically designed to relate to the challenges of middle leadership. The Head of Mathematics, the Head of Religious Studies and the Year 11 Co-ordinator, were actively engaged in this six-month course of learning The engagement of staff in online courses from international institutions such as Harvard University provide access to contemporary learning at the cutting edge. A team of six staff members participated in the “Making Thinking Visible” online unit from the Harvard Graduate School of Education in Semester One this year The importance of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) has been an area of much discussion in educational areas. Staff from KRB have been focussed on this area in their professional learning with attendees at the 2015 STEM Symposium at UNSW, and the 'Conference STEM Leadership – taking students above and beyond' Staff from KRB have led professional learning workshops for other educators with Elizabeth White and Yin Yang (Languages Faculty), Peta Estens (English Faculty), and Murray Kerstens (HSIE Faculty) all involved with conferences organised by professional associations, where they shared examples of pedagogy and expertise In 2015, many Senior School staff have been involved in Higher School Certificate marking and judging. This professional learning experience provides valuable insights into the allocation of marks and distribution of students within bands. Increasingly, KRB staff are being invited to participate as judges in this process.

• All staff took part in the Educator Impact Program. This program enables staff to strengthen areas of pedagogy. Professional learning at KRB continues to be diverse, with much learning occurring here at the School. Colleagues learn from each other through observation, team-teaching, self-reflection, and evaluation processes. External learning is extensive and is always aimed at increasing the capacity of our staff for the benefit of our students.

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CO-CURRICULAR CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES

In 2015 KRB students have been involved in many co-curricular activities, which have challenged them and have given them the opportunity to strive to achieve their personal best. PUBLIC SPEAKING Kincoppal-Rose Bay proved again this year that it is a strong contender in the oratory arts: • All of the students from K-6 participated in the annual Public Speaking Competition. The students were all well prepared and developed their public speaking skills throughout the competition. The following students won their stage competition: Mark Perilli (Kindergarten), Charlotte Field (Year 2), Milena Von Muenster (Year 4) and Michaela Sorrenti (Year 6) • Isabella Monardo, Year 10, participated in the National Finals of the Plain English Speaking Award held at the ACT Legislative Assembly in Canberra. Isabella was an excellent representative for the state of NSW. She spoke eloquently on the need to reform the NSW prison system in her prepared speech, and on the destruction of heritage sites in war in her impromptu speech. Isabella was awarded second place in this highly competitive and prestigious competition • Four students participated in the UN Youth NSW Evatt Competition this year: Michela Castiglia and Grace Maynard (Year 11), and Georgia Hinds and Isabella Monardo (Year 10). Georgia and Isabella made it through to the State Finals

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• Isabella Monardo also had success in coming 1st in the Sydney Eistedfodd in Public Speaking for 18 years and under and 2nd in News Reading for 19 years and under (for the second year in a row). She also participated in the Youth Parliament.

DEBATING In 2015, Kincoppal-Rose Bay won more than two thirds of its debates, and significantly improved the rate at which its teams progressed through to the finals. KRB has enjoyed success in both the Archdale and Independent Schools Debating Association (ISDA) seasons this year: • KRB debaters in the Year 9, 10, and Senior Archdale teams were beaten only by two schools, and finished 3rd overall, with KRB as a whole tallying 5th • ISDA is Sydney’s largest and most competitive debating sphere. KRB finished in the top four, with 74 points out of 32 participating schools, beating former champions including Kings, Riverview, Cranbrook, Barker, and PLC Sydney • The greatest success this year saw Kincoppal-Rose Bay’s Primary A debaters take home the title of Grand Final Premiers. The team presented a confident and fluent debate against St Aloysius College, ironically negating the topic, 'That winning is everything' • Overall, KRB advanced to the final round in more than three divisions in both competitions.

CREATIVE AND PERFORMING ARTS Music Students are given many opportunities to perform in a wide variety of Music performances through both curriculum and co-curricular Music areas at KRB. Music performances feature every fortnight at the School assembly with students performing solos in a wide range of styles and genres for their peers and staff:

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• In December 2014, 22 members of the Choir and Orchestra from Years 6 – 11 toured Prague, Vienna Graz, and Salzburg. This was the first European Music tour organised by the Music Department. Highlights included an extended musical exchange in Vienna, culminating in a combined Advent Concert. Our KRB musicians enjoyed being billeted by Sacré Coeur families and experiencing the life of a school student in Vienna. Salzburg was a wonderful finale for the tour with the students exploring musical heritage of the city. The students also performed a very moving rendition of Silent Night at the church in Mondsee • Orchestra, Chamber Strings, Junior and Senior Choirs, and Chamber Choir, have all added new members in 2015 with over a quarter of the Senior school community involved in Music ensembles. Music enables students from Years 3 to 12 to regularly perform together for important liturgies and events. These included Opening of the School Year Mass, Sacred Heart Day and Celebration of Achievement. Our school Orchestra, along with the Junior and Senior school choirs, regularly combine throughout the year to perform together. Membership of Music ensembles, both vocal and instrumental, provide valuable community building opportunities for leadership. Our senior girls are excellent role models for students in younger years and the student musicians work together collaboratively • Members of the KRB Chamber Strings were wonderful

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ambassadors, performing before the Caritas event early in Term 2. The event was to raise awareness and funds for the work of Caritas in women’s education In Term 2 we held Night of Song which celebrated the development of the choral program under the guidance of our Choral Director, Mark Stubley, in an uplifting concert by our choirs and also a number of smaller ensembles, duets and solos. Our guest artist was alumna Laura McCoy (Davis, 2004) The Senior School Chapel Concert held in August is our major showcase for excellence during the year. The Orchestra, Chamber Strings, Senior and Chamber Choirs perform programs that include popular sacred and classical works along with members of the Year 12 HSC Music class. Their varied repertoire provides the audience with a snapshot of the variety and individuality provided by the Music syllabus Our HSC Music students performed their entire repertoire with ensembles and pianists who accompany them for their HSC Performance exam in the last two weeks of Term 3. It was a relaxed concert for families and friends to enjoy the student’s entire program. The students were given written feedback from an experienced Music educator to assist with the final preparation for their exam The Year 5 and 6 Choir took part in the IPSHA Music Festival on Tuesday 1 September in the Sydney Town Hall. The students performed two items, showcasing the work they have been doing in choir lessons. Their two part singing was impressive, as was their glove choreography. This was followed by their singing as part of a massed choir involving students from Scots Prep, Arden School, Wahroonga Prep, Blue Mountains Grammar, Coogee Prep, Tudor House, and Loreto Normanhurst

OPPOSITE PAGE: MICHAELA SORRENTI, HARRIET COOK & AMELIA EDWARDS (YEAR 6) JUNIOR SCHOOL PUBLIC SPEAKING COMPETITION THIS PAGE: CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: GEORGIA HINDS AND ISABELLA MONARDO (YEAR 10) AT THE UN YOUTH NSW EVATT COMPETITION, KRB CHAMBER STRINGS AT CARITAS, YEAR 11 DRAMA SHOWCASE, YEAR 5 AND 6 CHOIR AT THE IPSHA MUSIC FESTIVAL

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• Students studying in the Accomplishment Music Program all regularly presented Studio Concerts for families and friends • KRB musicians entertained visitors to the Spring Fair throughout the day. The Junior, Senior and Chamber Choirs all performed, along with pianists and singers presenting solos and duets on the stage in the MTC. On the outdoor stage, there were more performances, including two Junior School rock bands, solos, and a performance of several songs from the Year 10 Music class • Music camp has been a favourite fixture on the Music Department’s calendar for over 35 years. It gives the musicians in our large ensembles the opportunity to rehearse for our end of year performances – Carols Night, Celebration of Achievement, and the Closing Mass. The Year 11 students display great leadership and ingenuity, devising fun programs for the evening activities and our Junior School Choir and Orchestra members join us for one day • Carols Night is a joyous celebration of the Music of the Advent season. Students from Kindergarten to Year 11 perform vocal and instrumental music together.

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Drama Kincoppal-Rose Bay develops and nurtures a coherent performance culture, which strengthens the School as a community and a place of cultural excellence: • The 2015 performance calendar began with the school production of Timberlake Wertenbaker’s The Ash Girl. A contemporary appropriation of the Cinderella story, The Ashgirl featured 40 students from Years 4-11 in the cast and stage crew, and starred Honor Douglas, Year 8 as Ash Girl. Under the direction of Ed Wightman and designer Imogen Ross, the Maureen Tudehope Centre was magically transformed into a theatre-inthe-round experience, complete with fairy-godmother and a carriage transformation on the Fernon Fields, to escort Ashgirl to the palace ball. With stylistic hints of the Brothers Grimm, the play told a rich folk tale with hints of allegory, myth and fantasy, interweaving a thought provoking, underlying message about overcoming self14

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doubt to find true happiness Senior drama students subscribed to Belvoir Theatre’s 2015 season, attending performances throughout the year, including the new Australian Indigenous work, Kill the Messenger and the Epic Theatre classic, Brecht’s Mother Courage and her Children, featuring Robyn Nevin The House Theatresports competition was held early in Term 2, with students from Years 9-12 competing for the win. Prior to the event, the students participated in workshops with improvisation tutor Amber Virtue, where they learnt improvisation games and developed team-work skills in preparation for the competition. The evening ended on a tie-break, with Kungala winning by just one point. The winning team went on to represent KRB at the Theatresports Schools’ Challenge in Term 2 at The Scots College. The Year 11 team showcased their ability to create drama in the completely spontaneous form, coming in a commendable equal 5th place Year 12 Drama students participated in an intensive acting technique workshop with actor and École Internationale De Theatre Jacques Lecoq graduate, Drayton Morley. The extremely physical session on The Seven Degrees of Body Tension and Lecoq’s actor training techniques extended the students’ knowledge and understanding of their HSC unit of work In August, Year 12 Drama students performed their Individual Projects and Group Performances for their family, friends, teachers, and visiting examiners for the HSC Showcase, which also functioned as their Trial Performance Examination. Individual Projects were chosen this year in the areas of Performance, Costume Design, and Poster and Promotional Design In Term 3, Year 11 Drama students presented Absurdist Snapshots by Eugene Ionesco for their production examination. The performances over two evenings saw the girls take on performance roles, and work in the areas of design and direction, to produce scripted excerpts from three of Ionesco’s plays in the hilarious style of Theatre of the Absurd Years 9 and 10 showcased scripted drama scenes they had prepared for the Kincoppal-Rose Bay community in Term 4, at their prospective drama nights

L-R: HOUSE THEATRESPORTS, CONCONG WU (YEAR 12) NOMINATED FOR HSC ARTEXPRESS

• Auditions for the 2016 school musical production Back to the 80s- The Totally Awesome Musical! were held in Term 4. Ninety-eight students from Years 3-10 auditioned for the production, which will be held in March, 2016. ART & DESIGN Every year the talent of KRB’s Art and Design students is prominently displayed throughout the School. Many students take part in internal and external competitions and the following students have had their talents recognised: • The artworks of Year 12 students were displayed in the HSC Art Exhibition in the Maureen Tudehope Centre. The diversity and breadth of the works was remarkable with a range of media including film, installation, painting, sculpture, printmaking, and digital photography • The Artist of the Month recognises the diversity of the art works produced by the students. Each month a student from Year 7 to 12 is awarded Artist of the Month and her art work is displayed in School Reception.

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SPORT

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Kincoppal-Rose Bay students have continued to perform to an outstanding level across many codes of sport throughout 2015. All sporting teams have continued to maintain placements within the top nine Independent schools at all IGSSA Carnivals and events:

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• KRB placed 5th overall at the IGSSA Swimming Carnival, 5th overall and winner of the Spender Cup at Tildesley Tennis, 8th overall at the Cross Country Carnival, 9th overall at IGSSA Athletics, 9th overall at IGSSA Gymnastics, and 2nd overall in the Term 1 Touch Football competition. IPSHA Carnivals are not measured with results, however Year 3-6 children have also continued to achieve excellent results across all areas of sport • In Swimming, KRB had a record number of relay teams competing at the NSWCIS Swimming Championships. The Intermediate Girls Medley Relay placed 2nd CLOCKWISE L-R: AMANDA ZHU (YEAR 9) ARTIST OF THE MONTH RECIPIENT, STEPHANIE DAMMANN AND BIJANKA BACIC (YEAR 12) HSC ARTEXPRESS NOMINEES.

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(Alessandra Gazal, Elly O’Donoghue, Rhiannon Carr and Georgia Strain) and the Intermediate Girls Freestyle Relay placed 3rd (Alessandra Gazal, Elly O’Donoghue, Rhiannon Carr and Georgia Strain). At the Junior School NSWCIS Swimming Championships, the Senior Girls Freestyle relay team placed 3rd (Michaela Sorrenti, Coco Remond, Imogen Davis-Irons, Amelia Smith and Coco Fishlock) Other outstanding Individual achievements at NSWCIS were: Elly O’Donoghue 200m Individual Medley 7th place, 200m Breaststroke 2nd place, 50m Breaststroke 3rd place 100m Breaststroke1st place; Rhiannon Carr: 1st Place 16 Years 50m Butterfly new CIS Record, 16 Years 100m Butterfly 1st place: Alessandra Gazal: 16 Years 50m Butterfly 3rd place, 16 Years 100m Butterfly 2nd place: Michaela Sorrenti: 3rd place 50m Butterfly. Michaela went on to compete at NSWPSSA and placed 11th in this event The above results gave KRB a large lead into the NSW All Schools Swimming Championships, with both Intermediate Freestyle and Medley Relay teams receiving silver medals. Standout individual achievements were Elly O’Donoghue, 3rd, 15yrs 100m Breaststroke and Rhiannon Carr, 1st in 16yrs 100m Butterfly and 1st in 16yrs 50m Butterfly Both Elly O’Donoghue and Rhiannon Carr were selected to compete at the Pacific School Games in Adelaide in November. Rhiannon Carr placed 1st in both the 50m Butterfly and the 100m Butterfly. Elly O’Donoghue placed 5th in 50m and 100m Breaststroke The KRB Tennis team placed 5th overall at the annual Tildesley Tennis competition at Pennant Hills. Stand out achievements were Singles players; Georgina Harrison; 4th round, Bianca Cruz; 3rd round, Amelia Coutts; 4th round and Doubles players Josephine Harrison and Eloise Bridgers 3rd round. KRB was also awarded the Spender Cup for the Most Improved School in Tennis in 2015 The following tennis teams were premiers: KRB 3, KRB 8, KRB 9, KRB 10, KRB 11 and KRB 12 The Alumnae Tennis Cup, a traditional Tennis competition set up by the Alumnae of the Sacred Heart was held in Baradene, Auckland. The schools involved in PRINCIPAL’S REPORT 2015

the competition were, Baradene (Auckland), Stuartholme (Brisbane) and Sacré Coeur (Melbourne). After three days of tennis, KRB’s B team secured first place in their division and brought home to Sydney the Alumnae Tennis Cup. KRB’s A team placed 3rd against some very tough competition from Baradene and Stuartholme • KRB students achieved exceptional results in Cross Country, with a large representation at the NSWCIS Carnival. Stand out achievements included: Alexandra Field - 3rd Place, the 12 years girls team, of Coco Remond, Eleanor Miller, Amelia Smith and Tahni Hegeysi-Fleming achieved 1st place, and the 17 years girls team also gained 1st place • Alexandra Field, Lucy Edwards and Ruby Harrison competed at the NSW All Schools Cross Country. Alexandra placed 4th in the 10yrs 2km and was selected to represent NSW at Nationals in Cross Country in Melbourne, where she placed 8th in the individual race. Alexandra won two silver medals for NSW in the State Team race and the Relay events • Standout achievements in the All Schools Triathlon were received by; Quintessa Butcherine (swim), Ruby Harrison (bike), Phoebe McGeoch (run) 7th overall and 3rd NSWCIS, Jessica Gardiner (swim), Grace Harrison (bike), Lucy Edwards (run) 9th overall and 5th NSWCIS, Georgia Strain (swim), Annabelle Lowe (bike), Antonia McCristal (run), 16th overall and 10th NSWCIS

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• Alexandra Field and Alexandra Smeallie competed at the NSWCIS Athletics Carnival, following their excellent results at IPSHA. Alexandra Field placed 4th in the 8-10yrs 800m and Alexandra Smeallie placed 18th in the 8-10yrs 2kg Shot Put. Year 7-12 students were outstanding with Molly Windsor placing 5th in the 200m, Amelia Stynes 3rd in the 800m and 4th in the 400m, Elly O’Donoghue, 4th in the 1500m, Frances Ryan, 3rd in the 400m and 5th in High Jump, and Sarah Noonan 5th in Long Jump • In NSWCIS Athletics Lucy Edwards placed 3rd in 3000m, Antonia McCristal 7th in 800m, Amelia Stynes 3rd in 800m and 9th in 400m. Maisie Stevens placed 2nd in 90m Hurdles, 2nd in 200m and 3rd in 100m, which qualified her for Nationals • KRB was very well represented in the Term 3 IGSSA Netball and Hockey Finals with 13 Netball teams and one Hockey team playing Grand Finals. Seven of the Netball and one Hockey team won their division to become Premiers. Lara Parmenter, Year 11, was Captain of the IGSSA team for the IGSSA Tri State tournament playing in the Independent Schoolgirls' team • KRB had 10 Year 3-6 Netball teams playing in a 16 week Netball season in the Randwick Netball Club Association. Three of these teams played in Semi Finals with 2 teams reaching Grand Finals. The Year 5 Blue team was successful in winning their Grand Final

• Our boys have been consistent with their representation in the annual Luke Ricketson 7 Aside Rugby League competition. The Year 4 KRB boys fought hard in attack and defence, winning all three Pool games. The boys then went on to the semi-finals, winning 5 tries to 4. They played in the Grand Final, drawing 3-3 at full time and going on into extra time, narrowly losing by one try • In Term 1, KRB placed 2nd overall in the Eastern Suburbs Touch Football Competition with KRB 2, KRB 14 and KRB 16 winning their division. In the Term 4 competition, KRB had 4 Touch Football teams playing in the Grand Finals • KRB 4 Water Polo were Premiers in Term 1. They continued to be undefeated in Term 4, again winning their division in the IGSSA competition, along with KRB 8 • KRB 6 were Premiers of their division in Badminton, which is now becoming a popular sport in the KRB community • KRB had a strong team in the North West Equestrian Expo at Coonabarabran. The team consisted of Sarah Noonan, Year 7, who placed 3rd and 1st in her events, Xanthe O’Neill, Year 11; placed 3rd, 1st, 2nd and 5th in her events, and Prue Anderson, Year 11, 4th, and 5th in her events • Claudia and Abbi Pring represented KRB at the Evans

Crown Horse Sports Day at Lithgow. Claudia was placed 3rd in both her events and Abbi was awarded the Citizenship award during the sporting events • In September all students in K-6 were involved in a “Jump off Day” for Jump Rope for Heart. Over the course of the program the students raised over $19,000 for the Heart Foundation. This initiative was led by the Junior School Sports Captains Eleanor Miller and Amelia Smith. They demonstrated excellent leadership throughout this event • At the IPSHA Rhythmic Gymnastics, the stand out achievements were Foundation 1; 1st place Silvia Goldman, Rosie Meikle, Allegra Pantzer, Jamaica Levy, Aleksia Park. Foundation 2; 3rd place; Elena Goldman, Isabella Bustos-McNeil, Lily Fogg Category 2; ball group-1st place Anoushka Nesbitt, Georgia St John, Lilli Meikle, Ellie Norburn Category 3 hoop group-1st place Juliette Carr, Thomasina Cook, Eve McLeish and Alessia Gallimore. The Level 5 Team placed 2nd Overall; Coco Remond, Amelia Smith and Lucia Parker • KRB placed first overall as a team in Division 2 in Rhythmic Gymnastics and 3rd overall in Artistic Gymnastics at the IGSSA Gymnastics competition. Best individual results were Level 5 Georgia Strain-3rd rope, 3rd hoop, 5th clubs and Charlotte Robertson -4th

OPPOSITE PAGE CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: RHIANNON CARR (YEAR 10) AND ELLY O’DONOGHUE (YEAR 9) AT THE PACIFIC SCHOOL GAMES, ALEXANDRA FIELD (YEAR 4) AT NSWCIS ATHLETICS, PHOEBE MCGEOCH, LUCY EDWARDS, RUBY HARRISON AND HANNAH GUY (YEAR 11) AT NSWCIS CROSS COUNTRY, THE TILDESLEY TENNIS TEAM. THIS PAGE CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: KRB GYMNASTICS AT IGGSA, KRB YEAR 5 BLUE PREMIERS, YEAR 4 BOYS RUGBY LEAGUE RUNNERS UP, YEAR 7B TOUCH FOOTBALL PREMIERS

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rope, 5th clubs. In the Artistic Individual achievements Alessandra Gazal placed 3rd on Vault in Level 5, Paris Mir and Harriet Robertson placed equal 3rd on Vault for Level 4 • At the State Gymnastics competition the Level 5 Team placed 2nd Overall in Artistic - Coco Remond, Amelia Smith and Lucia Parker. Outstanding Individual achievements were, Ariella Perkins 3rd on Beam for Level 1, Manon Spinola 7th on Bars for Level 3, Eleanor Miller 3rd on Vault for Level 4, Coco Remond 3rd on Beam and 5th on Floor for Level 5, Amelia Smith 1st on Vault and 7th on floor for Level 5 • In Snow sports, many students have continued to achieve excellence when competing at the regionals, State and National level. Standout results from KRB students from NSW (State) Interschools were; Alpine: Division 2, Allegra Gardiner 12th, Division 3, Phoebe Hughes 4th,

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Division 4, Penelope Hughes 2nd: Skier Cross, Division 4, Penelope Hughes 3rd. These students progressed on to the Nationals, achieving outstanding results: Alpine Division 2, Allegra Gardiner, Division 3, Phoebe Hughes, 7th, Division 4, Penelope Hughes 3rd and Skier Cross Division 4, Penelope Hughes 2nd • At Vale, Year 12 students were recognised for their dedication and commitment to KRB sport over a period of five years. In this Year 12 group 44 students received the special Gold Award. The Spirit of Sport Award in the Junior School also recognises students who have participated in a minimum of four years of sport during their time at KRB. In 2015, 22 Spirit of Sport Awards were presented to Year 6 students for their dedication and commitment to KRB Sport.

OPPOSITE PAGE: HILARY JOHNSTON-CROKE WITH 2015/16 SENIOR SCHOOL LEADERS (L-R) PHOEBE MCGEOCH, ANTOINETTE RADFORD, ISABELLA COOPER, ROSHNI CHAN, GEORGINA HARRISON, MEGAN FITZGERALD, MADELEINE MAGANAS, GABRIELLE JAMES BENNETT AND LARA PARMENTER. THIS PAGE CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: JUNIOR SCHOOL STUDENT ‘JUMP ROPE FOR HEART’, KRB GYMNASTS, PHOEBE HUGHES (YEAR 8) COMPETES AT THE WHISTLER CUP, KRB EQUESTRIAN TEAM AT NORTH WEST EQUESTRIAN COMPETITION

LEADERSHIP

Each year, the student leaders of KRB select a theme that they believe will reflect the values of the School during their year of leadership. For 2014/15 the Student Leadership Committee chose the theme Cirque de Rose Bay. This became their signature theme with the Head Girl as Ringmaster and the Student Leadership Team taking on board different aspects of life at Kincoppal-Rose Bay School, and enhancing them in a meaningful way for all students in the Junior and Senior School. Social justice was a strong focus for the girls with the student leaders regularly highlighting social justice issues at the fortnightly Senior School Assembly. LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 2015 2015 was an inspiring year for women in leadership at Kincoppal-Rose Bay School. Two Forums were held during 2015 at KRB where senior students heard from women of influence about their experiences of leadership: • At the International Women’s Day Breakfast in March, guest speaker Alice Forrest (KRB 2005), spoke about her own experiences as a passionate environmental activist. She provided insights into her varied learning opportunities that led her to her current choice of career, working with diverse environmental agencies • KRB’s sixth Women & Leadership Forum was held on Monday, 10 August. The Forum was facilitated by senior 2015/2016 student leaders with five speakers: Jayne Hrdlicka, Group CEO Jetstar, Emma Chow, Cohost/Producer Breakfast Show Radio 96.1, Katherine Dafforn, Senior Research Associate University of NSW

and the Sydney Institute of Marine Science, Lisa Davies, Deputy News Director, Sydney Morning Herald and Genevieve Clay-Smith, film-maker. Emphasis was placed on confidence and courage in the workplace, the importance of seeking mentors, and the willingness to seize opportunities that help the individual to realise her potential. The Year 6 Student Leadership team travelled to Melbourne to participate in the Sacré Coeur and Jesuit Student Leadership Conference. The conference theme was ‘Service, Team and Building on Individual Strengths'. The KRB students were outstanding in their commitment to each activity, their open and enthusiastic spirit, their ability to work as part of a group or team, and to make the most of the opportunities on offer. Drawing from this camp our student leaders then led a half day leadership course for Years 4 and 5 in Term 4. They shared their thoughts and ideas and some of the experiences that had helped them to develop team skills. Following on PRINCIPAL’S REPORT 2015

from this day, YLEAD, a leadership facilitation group, spent the day with the Years 4 and 5 students preparing them for their roles in 2016. Through a series of fun and engaging activities the students worked on the following concepts to:

• Explore the skills and tools associated with effective teamwork and collaboration • Learn about the foundations of leadership and its place in school and the wider community.

• Develop self-confidence by recognising their own and other’s individual strengths • Build a cohesive year group that understands the value of positive and respectful relationships

OPPOSITE PAGE: JUNIOR SCHOOL PEER SUPPORT. THIS PAGE CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: HILARY JOHNSTON-CROKE, SENIOR SCHOOL STUDENT LEADERS 2014/15 WITH ALICE FORREST (KRB 2005) AT THE INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY LUNCH, HILARY JOHNSTON-CROKE, SENIOR SCHOOL STUDENT LEADERS 2015/16 WITH JAYNE HRDLICKA, EMMA CHOW, KATHERINE DAFFORN, LISA DAVIES AND GENEVIEVE CLAY-SMITH AT THE WOMEN & LEADERSHIP FORUM, YEARS 4 AND 5 AT YLEAD, MICHELLE CHAPLIN WITH THE YEAR 6 STUDENT LEADERS AT THE SACRÉ COEUR AND JESUIT STUDENT CONFERENCE

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STUDENT WELLBEING PEER SUPPORT AT KRB In Term 4 of 2015 Year 9 commenced their Peer Support training as they prepared for their role as Peer Support mentors for Year 7, 2016. The program develops a student’s strengths in the following areas: • Optimism • Self-awareness • Resilience • Positive engagement in relationships. These strategies develop students as Peer Support mentors who can assist the younger students with the development of confidence and optimism, and with a resilient approach to learning opportunities. Evidence proves that an individual who feels optimistic and engaged within the community, experiences a sense of well-being as well as stronger academic outcomes. For this reason, student volunteers from Year 7-10 in 2015 were trained as mentors for new students entering the KRB community in 2016. During Term 3 Year 5 students facilitated a Peer Support Program for students from Kindergarten to Year 4. This was their first introduction to a leadership role. The theme for this year’s program was resilience and all the students were taught to remember their strengths, practise different strategies, and ask for support to help them move forward in a positive way. It has proven to be most successful, giving benefit to them all as strong young people, as well as providing a contact and support point for each student.

POSITIVE EDUCATION PROGRAM Kincoppal–Rose Bay School places a strong emphasis on a positive attitude to life and learning. An understanding of individual strengths is fostered so that the students will develop a sense of resilience and self-efficacy. In this, they are well supported by their teachers and their peers. The

KRB Year 7–12 Pastoral Programs are framed by Martin Seligman’s (2011) evidence-based theory of positive psychology: PERMA. This acronym represents Positive Emotion, Engagement, Relationships, and Accomplishment. Each Pastoral Mentor is also a subject teacher and utilises this framework in their classroom practices. In 2015, each Year Group Parent Information Evening 7–12 further emphasised the crucial role of academic care at KRB. The Year Co-ordinator as Academic Care Case Manager was explained, as was the positive influence of the Pastoral Mentor on each student. Additionally, the importance of parent-school partnerships in supporting the development of the whole child was discussed. The Year 12 Pastoral system was reviewed and modified in 2015 to reflect the dynamic needs of the Year 12 cohort in their final year at Kincoppal-Rose Bay School. This revised system has supported senior students in their character development, their engagement with senior academic studies, and has provided continuing, personalised academic care based on a growth mindset.

TRANSITION TO SENIOR SCHOOL PROGRAM The KRB Transition Program, over Terms 3 and 4 of 2015 provided familiarity for Year 6 students as they engaged in activities that introduced them to Senior School: • Students were introduced to the Senior Laptop Program and given an introduction to a variety of subjects by experienced senior teachers • Year 6 students heard from Year 9 students who spoke about their learning experiences in the Senior School. The topic was 'What I wish I knew in Year 6' and aimed to prepare the students for the changes they will encounter as they transition to the Senior School • The School Counsellor presented a session on social transition skills • The Big Sister/Little Sister Program matched students in PRINCIPAL’S REPORT 2015

Year 7 and Year 6 so that a connection was formed to assist the latter with settling into Year 7 in 2016.

CYBER SAFETY AT KRB Students in Years 5 – 9 participated in a Cyber Safety program run by Susan McLean, Director of Cyber Safety Solutions. For 27 years, Susan was part of the Victorian Police and is known as Australia’s expert in young people and cyber safety. Areas focused on for Years 5 and 6 included how cyber bullying can make people feel, what students can do if they are cyber bullied, and how to be safe online. Susan’s aim was to teach Years 5 and 6 students about the positives and negatives of life on the Internet and the traps of creating social media accounts when you are under the age of thirteen. Students answered a series of workshop questions and were encouraged to take their worksheets home to show parents their learning from the session. Years 7, 8 and 9 students focused on Respect, Responsibility and Reputation. The presentation taught students about their reputation on the Internet: • how to keep Facebook safe • how to respond to unsafe situations • the consequences of choices.

DARTA PRESENTATION FOR STUDENTS In August, 2015 Drug and Alcohol Research Training Australia (DARTA) information sessions were presented by Paul Dillon, author of Teenagers, Alcohol and Drugs. These sessions were available to students in Years 10, 11 and 12. Paul Dillon’s and Kincoppal–Rose Bay School’s aim, is to provide accurate up-to-date information on the use and abuse of substances, as well as how to stay safe around drugs and alcohol.

WELLNESS WEEK KRB’s first ever Wellness Week which was held in August, focussed on students’ learning to accept themselves and one another, spreading happiness, finding their courage and sharing in the strength of the community; all of which worked towards building the awareness and importance of their wellness. One of the highlights of the week was the bubble wrap which was laid across the corridors and had the students hopping to class. Every recess and lunch was filled with music, bubbles, skipping, and a range of different activities, inspiring both reflection, inclusivity, and creativity. The Junior School also took part in morning Yoga classes. Over the week, a list of ‘100 Happy Things’ was compiled and served as a reminder of all the good, happy things in the lives of the students, which are there to help lift spirits. The week showcased the strength and support of the KRB community and turned students into ‘Wellness Warriors’.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: CYBER SAFETY AT KRB, YEARS 5 & 6 STUDENTS AT THE ‘TRANSITION TO SENIOR SCHOOL’ MORNING, JUNIOR SCHOOL PEER SUPPORT LEARNING, WELLNESS WEEK INITIATIVES

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FAITH, MISSION AND SERVICE

In 2015 KRB students, staff and parents lived out in a variety of ways the fifth goal of Sacred Heart Education: A Personal and Active Faith in God. In 2015 opportunities to develop the Faith life of students and staff were given through a number of special occasions: • The Provincial Director of Mission held two sessions for new staff on induction to the charism and spirituality of the Society. Staff attended the annual Provincial Retreat in Queensland. The Principals of the four schools met throughout the year for consultation and planning. Students played in the Tennis Competition held in Baradene, New Zealand • The Retreat and Spiritualty program provided students with an opportunity to reflect on their relationship with God, and to deepen their appreciation of the gifts in their lives • The Year 12 Retreat was held in February, with a meaningful liturgy co-ordinated by the students. The students demonstrated a strong sense of connection and collaboration in their time with each other, highlighting their genuine concern for each other • The focus of the Year 11 Retreat in May was to come together as a year group, reflect on the bond and strengths of its members, and prepare for the challenges of leadership that ensue • The school community came together in prayer for the Student Leadership Inauguration Ceremony, with reflections emphasising the importance of leadership in the tradition of Sacred Heart education • The Year 9 City Immersion Program gave students the opportunity to familiarise themselves with the city of

Sydney, research an aspect of the city and to actively participate in social justice initiatives within the city environment. Opportunities for gaining a greater understanding of the Christian faith and other faiths were offered in 2015: • Students from Year 11 took part in the inaugural Ignatian Interforum, meeting once per term with students from Loreto Normanhurst, Loreto Kirribilli, St. Aloysius College, and St. Ignatius College, Riverview, to engage in frank and open discussions about issues of importance to young people today. They developed confidence and critical thinking skills • Years 3 and 4 undertook a pilgrimage across both the Senior and Junior school campuses. At the Staff Retreat in September, the focus was to: • Enlighten staff on the life and philosophy of Rose Philippine Duchesne rscj • Gain an understanding of the spirituality of our School and its Sacred Heart heritage • Experience creative workshops. We were privileged to have Sister Diana Hayes rscj address staff on the spirituality of Philippine Duchesne, her work in the USA with the native American Indians and the many challenges she faced. • There were two Spirituality Evenings during the course of 2015. The first one heard Patty Falkner sgs, Alison Healey

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(Grail Lady), and Laura Ligonis on the significance of women’s spiritual leadership for the Church today. At the second evening, Shelley Bartley, Emily Shaw, and Daniella Johnson spoke on what the Church will be like in ten years’ time Participation in Eucharists, liturgies and sacraments are a significant part of the development of faith The beginning of the Kincoppal – Rose Bay school year was marked with an Opening Mass celebrating Sacred Heart education. The Mass to celebrate the Feast of the Sacred Heart was held on 22 May. The new senior student Ministers of the Eucharist were commissioned during this Eucharist The Ash Wednesday ceremony enabled students and staff to come together to express a commitment to following Christ by living out the Sacred Heart Goals Year 2 children explored the concept of forgiveness and took part in the Sacramental Program of First Reconciliation The Sacrament of First Eucharist was celebrated with families in the school chapel on 14 August The Year 6 Mass of Thanksgiving held on 24 November celebrated the transition from primary to secondary school, and gave thanks for the many friendships made at Barat Burn The Junior School Mothers’ Day and Fathers’ Day Masses were well attended and were wonderful celebrations of our mothers and fathers and the significant role that they play in the lives of their children Prayers were included at all Monday and Friday morning Assemblies at the Junior School, with children from all classes regularly sharing their own prayers Family Masses for all year groups were times to come

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together as a school community and celebrate the Eucharist, and then meet friends at morning tea • The Feast of Mater Admirabilis was celebrated in the Junior and Senior school with class paraliturgies and staff prayer. Flowers were presented at the special Mater altar and classes had a prayer service in front of the altar.

SOCIAL JUSTICE KRB students have been involved in many areas of service both within the local community and overseas: • Sophie’s Cottage children have begun to develop a sense of social justice, participating in days such as National Tree Day, the Biggest Morning Tea, Gunawirra Charity Care Pack Drive, and Jeans for Genes Day, where they won the competition for the Best Designed Jeans in the Junior School • Joigny has raised over $3000 for several charities including Jeans for Genes, The Fight Cancer Foundation, The Cancer Council, World Vision, The Missions, WIRES and The Smith Family • Joigny’s largest fundraising effort was for the Leukaemia Foundation when they held a Pizza and Power Night • Ava Adamo organised a bake sale and lolly jar guessing competition for Andrew Woinarski School Foundation, which helps builds schools in Cambodia • Years 5 and 6 raised awareness for Indigenous communities in Darwin by organising a red, black and yellow day. They also collected much needed items on the day for these communities • Year 6 organised a cupcake day to raise funds for pet shelters in Sydney • Year 7 created prayer flags for the people of Nepal

following the earthquake in April. These flags are now on display in the Alison Waldren Room and show messages of love and hope from students and staff • Year 8 raised over $3000 to aid the sponsorship of two girls – 7 year old Pelagie, from Chad and 7 year old Pascaline from Rwanda – through World Vision • The Philanthropy Program in Year 10 was a primary Social Justice focus for the year. Students raised awareness of their chosen charities through year group presentations, Assembly presentations, fundraising events and their final presentation to the judging panel. Students ran the canteen at Friday Night Netball in Term 2, and organised a variety of fundraising events throughout the year including cake stalls, raffles, guessing competitions, and a movie night. The charities they supported were The Royal Institute for the Deaf

and Blind, Operation Smile, Afripads, The Starlight Foundation, Doctors without Borders, The Motor Neurone Foundation, Canteen, Life Start, The Brain Foundation, and Save the Children Fund. The overall winner was Afripads • Year 11 has led many great initiatives in 2015. They have raised in excess of $10,000 for the Cancer Council with 'KRB Girls Cut Curls' and have also worked extensively in a global sense with their trips to Peru, India and raising awareness for the Demazong English School in India • Year 11 students, staff and gap students participated in the Bowraville project, where they co-ordinated a holiday camp at St Mary's School.

OPPOSITE PAGE CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: YEAR 11 STUDENTS AT BOWRAVILLE, YEAR 11 STUDENTS AT THE IGNATIAN INTERFORUM, SACRAMENT OF FIRST EUCHARIST, STAFF RETREAT. THIS PAGE FROM TOP: JEANS FOR GENES DAY IN THE JUNIOR SCHOOL, ELC PIZZA AND POWER NIGHT

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DEVELOPING GLOBAL CONNECTIONS

The internationality of Kincoppal-Rose Bay is a very significant component of our mission as a Sacred Heart School. As part of a global network of schools in 44 countries, our students have many opportunities to expand their world view and many of them participate in global exchange, host exchange visitors from other Sacred Heart Schools from overseas, and go on to work or study overseas. Students are able to immerse themselves in the culture of another country through exchange or through a language, art, music or social justice experience. The Vienna Music Tour

Antipodeans Abroad Trip to India

Twenty-two members of the KRB Choirs and Orchestra from Years 6 –11 embarked on the school’s first European Music tour in December 2014, accompanied by Hilary JohnstonCroke, Nicole James, Mark Stubley, and Margaret Ferguson. The students visited Prague, Vienna, Graz and Salzburg. Two highlights of the tour were visits to Sacred Heart sister schools in Vienna and Graz.

On 5 December a group of 17 students, a tour guide and two staff members, Veronica Radich and Jody Papandrea, embarked on a flight from Sydney through Bangkok, on to Delhi. For some of the students, it was the first time they had left Australia. Their commitment to the trip was 100 percent and they had fundraised extensively, completing the City to Surf in full hiking gear, a sausage sizzle, raffles, selling biscuits, cleaning windows, and baking cakes to sell at school.

On 11 December, Sacré Coeur Vienna and KRB students combined into a large ensemble to perform together in an Advent Concert. The visit to Vienna culminated in Mass at the Augustinian Church and then the group set out for Graz. The KRB students enjoyed meeting students at Sacré Coeur Graz, joining them in their Chapel to sing together, and touring their school. The final destination was Salzburg, where students immersed themselves in the musical culture and history of the city. Another highlight was the workshop with the Choral Director of the Salzburg Dom. Students gave an impromptu concert in the Church at Mondsee, which is used for the wedding scene in the film, The Sound of Music.

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After sightseeing at the Taj Mahal, the tour group drove through the foothills of the Himalayas to reach the Buddhist monastery, where they would be living in a community for the next five days. The students worked hard during their time here and painted and installed a roof for the common kitchen, in memory of Sister Philomene Tiernan rscj. The monastery was a special spiritual place. They slept on mats on concrete floors, and there were no washing facilities, but makeshift eastern toilets that were quite a surprise to many of them. One of the highlights of their time there was the soccer match in which KRB students faced the Lama, the group of young monks living at the monastery. This game drew a lot of attention with many of the villagers coming to support

the match. The head cook who travelled on with the group to the Himalayas, made a makeshift flag and encouraged crowd support. They trekked to Mount Sandakphu, the highest point in the state of West Bengal and part of the Singalila ridge between Nepal and India. World Challenge Trip to Peru During the September break 31 students from Years 10 and 11 joined staff members Jonathan Saurine, Peta Estens, Liz White, and Donal Menzies on the World Challenge Trip to Peru. Students worked in a remote school and formed genuine relationships with the young students there, teaching them sport and language games while repairing sporting fixtures and repainting school walls. The trip to Peru enabled students to continue to develop as independent, confident, and resilient learners and leaders. Trip to China During the Term 1 break, 10 students from Year 8 and 9 travelled to China with supervising teachers Yin Yang and Renee Galea. The group went to Beijing, Xi’an, Lijiang, Zhongdian-Shangri-la Tibetan area, Kunming, Shanghai, and visited two high schools in Beijing. Students visited the Summer Palace, the Great Wall of China, the Tian’anmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, and took the rickshaws in the Beijing alleys. They also saw Xi’an’s terra-cotta warriors and pandas in the Shanghai Zoo. The trip was an important opportunity for our students to immerse themselves in the culture of China, as well as gain a greater understanding of the language.

KRB Art & Design Tour 2015 The KRB USA Art and Design Tour was a wonderful experience for the 13 students and art teachers who accompanied them. Led by Visual Art teachers, Louise Della Franca and Jody Papandrea, the students who participated in the tour were thrilled to be in New York City and see so many iconic sights, galleries and museums. The tour started with an 8 day visit to New York City, which enabled students to visit world class galleries including the MOMA, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Guggenheim and Brooklyn Museums. Our KRB art students also worked with a class of schoolchildren from the Bronx, acting as their inspiring mentors in a ‘Hands on Humanity’ artmaking workshop at the Clemente Soto Valez Cultural and Education Centre in New York. Visiting the September 11 memorial, participating in a city photography tour and walking across the Brooklyn Bridge, were some of the highlights that the group experienced. The Street Art tour of New York and Brooklyn showed a different and vibrant side to the city that many visitors would normally not see. After New York, the group travelled to Savannah and Atlanta where they were able to visit the impressive Savannah School of Art and Design, known as SCAD. The Savannah campus is the largest campus and houses over 9,000 students who are studying Art and Design. SCAD also has campuses in Atlanta, Hong Kong and France. The girls were able to see all the possibilities that a career in art and design has to offer, with visits to the SCAD schools of fashion, photography, film, animation, graphic design, media, sculpture, printmaking, film, and television.

OPPOSITE PAGE: THE VIENNA MUSIC TOUR. THIS PAGE CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: WORLD CHALLENGE TRIP TO PERU, TRIP TO CHINA, ART & DESIGN TOUR TO U.S.A., ANTIPODEANS ABROAD TRIP TO INDIA

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Exchange Programs KRB is part of a worldwide network of Sacred Heart schools. We help our students to develop into well-informed, openminded and compassionate global citizens. While global citizenship has only recently emerged as a critical component of 21st century education, global education has been fundamental to Sacred Heart schools since their inception. Establishing a meaningful connection with others around the world is essential to KRB’s mission. The exchange program offers students opportunities for growth through the discovery of another culture. They become independent and self-directed young women in an environment that is different yet familiar, as they travel overseas to Sacred Heart schools and to Sacred Heart families. They become young ambassadors not only for KRB but for the Australian way of life. This is becoming increasingly important in our fractured world. 2015 has been another successful year where exchange opportunities for students continue to grow and strengthen: • Emily Ryan, Alexandra Owen, Tara Ritchie, Sofia Psarros, Amy O’Reilly - Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton, USA • Caroline Reilly, Lara Parmenter, Brooke Long - Newton Country Day School of the Sacred Heart, Boston, USA • Tyla Comino - Convent of the Sacred Heart, Greenwich, USA

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• Lucy Edwards - Woodlands Academy of the Sacred Heart, Lake Forest, USA • Gigi Hancock - Sagrado Corazon Chamartin, Madrid, Spain • Tallulah Baran, Lena Albin - Colegio Sagrado Corazon, Mexico City, Mexico • Vanessa Luvio - The Sacred Heart School of Montreal, Canada • Grace Harrison, Jade Laidlaw - Convent of the Sacred Heart, New York City, USA • Angel Zhou, Shu Yuan Guan - Obayashi School of the Sacred Heart, Osaka, Japan • Saskia Riedel - Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart, Princeton, USA • Georgia Hinds - Istituto Suore Trinità dei Monti School, Rome, Italy • Natalie McDowell - Convent of the Sacred Heart, San Francisco, USA • Georgie Kearney, Selina Cheung - Forest Ridge School of the Sacred Heart, Seattle, USA • Dominique Yap - Sacred Heart Grammar School, Vienna, Austria

Global Exchange 2016 As part of our commitment to promote tolerance. maturity and resilience, many Kincoppal-Rose Bay students are developing an international perspective, and will be going on exchange to a number of different Sacred Heart Schools from December 2015 to January 2016: • Harriett Robertson, Madison Litchfield, Sarah Maloney, Convent of the Sacred Heart, Greenwich, USA • Sasha Danswan - The Sacred Heart School of Halifax, Canada • Willow Westwood, Olivia Donoghue - Convent of the Sacred Heart, New York City, USA • Reema Hindi - Istituto Suore Trinità dei Monti School, Rome, Italy • Antonia Law - Tokyo Sacred Heart School, Japan • Mia Mahony, Audrey McGuire, Sophie Bradley, Kiara Reeves, Anne Reddick, Charlotte McGuire - Institution de la Perverie, Nantes, France • Kyra Alday, Amelia Cressey, Maisie Stevens, Annabelle Stevens - Institution de la Croix Blanche, Lille, France

OPPOSITE PAGE CLOCKWISE L-R: TALLULAH BARAN (YEAR 9) IN MEXICO, LENA ALBIN (YEAR 11) IN MEXICO, SASKIA RIEDEL (YEAR 11) IN PRINCETON, U.S.A. THIS PAGE CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: LARA PARMENTER, BROOKE LONG AND CAROLINE REILLY (YEAR 11) IN BOSTON, U.S.A., JADE LAIDLAW (YEAR 11) IN NEW YORK, U.S.A., LUCY EDWARDS, (YEAR 11) IN LAKE FOREST, U.S.A., VANESSA LUVIO (YEAR 11) IN MONTREAL, CANADA, AMY O’REILLY (YEAR 10) IN ATHERTON, U.S.A

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CONNECTING WITH OUR COMMUNITY

In 2015 Kincoppal-Rose Bay continued its strong tradition of providing many opportunities for its community to come together: WELCOMING KRB FAMILIES 2015 • The importance of welcoming new families to KRB continued in 2015. One hundred and forty new families were invited to one of two Welcome Dinners hosted by the Principal. Families were able to meet the Principal, the Chair of the School Board and Board members, members of the Leadership Team and the Head of Admissions, and hear about the vision for the School. A total of 112 parents attended the dinners • The Parents’ and Friends' Association welcomed new families to KRB at the Cocktail Party held in February 2015. This was an opportunity for new families to meet other parents, and for all parents to connect and celebrate the beginning of a new year. Each new family was personally contacted by a Class representative and welcomed to their year group • The P&F also organised a very successful 'City Goes Country' in September with a lunch at the Philip Shaw Winery in Orange. This was an opportunity for boarding and day families to connect in a country environment. Other opportunities to welcome KRB parents and to engage them in the community included: • Six Family Masses and Morning Teas, held in 2015, were well attended and appreciated by our families

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• The Year 7 Mothers’ Morning Tea, held in February to welcome all Year 7 mothers to the Senior School • The Year 12 Mothers’ Lunch held in August, the first of a series of farewell events for the Year 12 Class of 2015. At this lunch 17 mothers who had been day parents at KRB for 10 years or more or boarding parents for six years or more, were acknowledged by the Principal. The longest was 21 years association. Helen Gazal (Smith 1981), mother of four daughters spoke of the wonderful opportunities that each of her daughters had received at KRB • The Junior School Mothers’ Day Mass and Afternoon Tea and the Senior School Mother Daughter Lunch enabled mothers to celebrate with their daughters and sons. Guest speaker at the Mother Daughter Lunch was Lyndall Stoyles (1987). Lyndall is currently the Group General Counsel and Company Secretary for ASCIANO Ltd. Asciano owns Pacific National, the largest freight rail operator in Australia and Patrick, the largest port and logistics company in Australia and New Zealand. Lyndall gave an inspiring speech in which she described some of her journey and the opportunities and challenges she had faced. She emphasised the importance of education and the difference an education had made to her life. Lyndall pointed out the many challenges in her role, particularly in relation to safety issues for those working at the ports. As well, she emphasised the importance of a work-life balance and the changes having a child had made to her life KRB SPRING FAIR

• The Junior School Fathers' Day Breakfast and Mass and the Senior School Father Daughter Dinner demonstrated the special bond between fathers, daughters and sons. A special feature of the Father Daughter Dinner was the acknowledgement by the Principal of those fathers who had been associated with KRB for ten years or more, or as a boarding father for six years. Eighteen fathers were acknowledged for their association for 21 years, to six years as boarding fathers • The Music and Debating celebrations were opportunities for families and students to join with staff to celebrate the achievements and the importance of working together. The Music celebration began with a concert with performances by KRB students. A debate between coaches was held at the Debating celebration.

KRB COUNTRY AND OVERSEAS CONNECTIONS KRB continued to ensure that families living in regional NSW and overseas were able to connect with the School. Parent Student Information Evenings, Welcome Dinners for new families, and Parent Teacher Evenings were strategically placed near weekends to ensure attendance from country families. Country and overseas families were also able to access presentations at meetings via video link: • The Moree Regional Gathering held in August 2015 gave current, past and prospective parents and past students from regional NSW a chance to meet the Principal and to hear about learning at KRB. The lunch held at the Yama Ganu Gallery was an opportunity for families from the surrounding areas to meet new people and old friends. Alex O’Neill, a parent and alumna (Burrows 1984) spoke of the benefits that her daughters had received from their KRB education • In January 2015, the Principal hosted and gave a presentation at a Cocktail Party at the Royal Overseas League in London for past students (1940s to 2014) and some future families. Lucy Cowper and Nicola Ryan, Gap students from the Class of 2014, attended. Students from many different generations interacted and exchanged contact details • In April the Principal visited Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong to hold KRB community events to connect with current and past parents, to update them on what is happening at KRB, to discuss student reports with parents, and to develop relationships with prospective families. An Alumnae function held in Hong Kong was an opportunity to connect with alumnae from 2009 to 2014. Many commented on how much their KRB education means to them. The majority of them completed their tertiary study in Sydney and are now working in Hong Kong in finance, law, and communications, or running family companies • In June the Principal hosted a successful Reception at the Harvard Club in New York for KRB alumnae in New York and nearby. It was an opportunity to hear about the achievements of our young KRB alumnae working in Manhattan in finance, engineering, advertising, and design. They particularly enjoyed meeting each other, some for the first time, and hearing about life at KRB in 2015.

THE WIDER KRB COMMUNITY Connecting with grandparents, past parents and past students are all important components of building community at KRB. A number of events were held in 2015, involving these groups, current parents and students: • The Grandparents' and Special Friends’ Mornings for Year 5 and 7 students, and a similar event for ELC students gave the visitors a chance to spend time with their grandchildren and see them in a learning environment. Visitors of Year 7 students were able to experience learning in the Year 7 Space, now called the Stuart Centre • Past parents from the Classes of 2010 to 2014 enjoyed connecting over drinks in the Claremont Room in February • A Networking Breakfast was held in May with over 50 members of the KRB community joining together in the QVB Tea Rooms. Past students from the Class of 2014 to those who left in the 80s attended. Mary Still, partner at Clayton Utz was an outstanding facilitator and the panel of Susan Panuccio, CEO News Corp, Virginia Briggs, partner with Minter Ellison, and Cathy Kovacs, Head of Equities BT Financial Group, provided wonderful insights into the challenges and opportunities they found in the work place.

PAST STUDENTS Past students have been involved in a number of significant areas this year: • Anna Collins, Head Girl 2004, spoke of the opportunities this leadership position had given her, at the Student Leadership Inauguration Ceremony in July • Neda Vanovac (2003) was guest speaker at the Year 12 Graduation Ball in November. Our past students appreciate their connection to KRB and this has been demonstrated in the number of school reunions, components of which have been held this year at the School, and other events: • A High Tea organised by the Sacré Coeur Association of NSW was held on the Harbour Terrace in October. Many past students, past and future parents and the Sisters of the Sacred Heart enjoyed the beautiful Spring weather and afternoon tea. The visitors commented on the number of changes that had taken place in the School over the years and appreciated seeing the Sister Philomene Tiernan rscj Learning Centre • In 2015 past students who were celebrating reunions were encouraged to hold all or part of them at the School. The Class of 1985 held a lunch at KRB and this was followed by a tour of the School. The Class of 1995 also held part of their reunion at KRB. Other groups were assisted with their reunions by the Development Office • Past students from the Rose Bay and Kincoppal classes of 1938 to 1965 enjoyed 'Sandwiches and Song' in October, an event held for past students who have left school for 50 years or more. The visitors appreciated musical performances from the Junior Choir and met the PRINCIPAL’S REPORT 2015

Year 11 Student Leadership Team. Laura Goodfellow (KRB 2013) spoke of her time as a KRB student and the benefits she gained from her Sacred Heart education.

SUPPORTING KINCOPPAL-ROSE BAY SCHOOL We have continued to be grateful for the support we have received through a number of programs and events over the year: • The Kincoppal-Rose Bay School of the Sacred Heart community established a Boarding Bursary in honour of the memory of Sister Philomene Tiernan rscj. This decision came about as a result of the wishes of many past and current students and parents who wanted to honour Sister Tiernan, and create a lasting memory for her in an area to which she was so dedicated. Over $800,000 in pledges, donations, and bequests has so far been raised for this bursary. Further fundraising will be undertaken to enable the School to provide this bursary as a full tuition and boarding bursary for a future student. Interviews for the first recipient for this bursary took place in November 2015 and a new student begins at KRB in 2016 • The KRB Annual Giving Program is supported by current and past parents and past students, and provides funds for the Bursary, Building and Indigenous Funds. Over

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$45,000 was raised through the Program in 2015 • Over 430 guests enjoyed the fourth KRB Rugby Lunch on Friday 7 August at The Four Seasons Hotel Sydney. Vince Sorrenti was an outstanding MC and the panel of Wallaby, Phil Waugh, NRL player Anthony Minichiello and Olympic rower Sarah Cook, were engaging in their stories of their experiences. A total of $155,000 was raised for the KRB Bursary Fund • The Spring Fair, organised jointly by the KRB Development Office and the Parents’ and Friends’ Association was held on Sunday 8 November, and despite the overcast weather the event was vibrant and exciting. The Fair was preceded by a Mass, followed by a performance from the Scots Pipe Band, and officially opened by the Hon. Gabrielle Upton MP, Member of Vaucluse and Attorney General. Many students and their families, together with staff and members of the broader community, attended the festivities. The Fair raised over $65,000 which will be used for the purchase of a larger KRB School bus • Fundraising for Stage 2 of the Junior School Masterplan began in May 2015. The Principal emphasised the importance of the project at all Junior School Information Evenings and at the Principal’s Welcome Dinners.

THIS PAGE CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: JUNIOR SCHOOL FATHERS' DAY MASS IN THE MTC, HILARY JOHNSTON-CROKE AND ANNE-MAREE BENNETT WITH GUESTS AT THE MOREE GATHERING, HILARY JOHNSTON-CROKE WITH PHIL WAUGH, ANTHONY MINICHIELLO, VINCE SORRENTI, SARAH COOK AND BRYAN CURTIN AT THE KRB RUGBY LUNCH, NEW YORK GATHERING. OPPOSITE PAGE: GRACE GERATHY AND ALICE HAMBLIN AT PROCESSION OF THE LANTERNS

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With the support of the Sisters of the Society of the Sacred Heart in our KRB community, Director of Mission, John Mooney, Heads of House, Kylie Mulholland, Veronica Radich, Sarah Metcalfe, and the Director of Boarding, Anne-Maree Bennett, the student leaders ably lead boarders in prayer, liturgy and reflection on numerous occasions throughout the year. Of particular note were the paraliturgies on the boarders’ in-weekends, the Easter Liturgy, the Procession of the Lanterns, and our reflective prayers of thanksgiving each week at Monday Formal Dinner, where we celebrate and give thanks to God for our unique relationships, our achievements, and our good fortune to be part of the loving KRB community.

Aside from special Monday Night Formal Dinners, the chance to celebrate occasions such as Chinese New Year, Papua New Guinea Independence Day, Halloween, the Melbourne Cup and Christmas as a boarding community, add both richness and excitement. The celebration of Chinese New Year enables boarders from China to share this special cultural event with all members of the boarding community; a marvellous opportunity for everyone to have a small experience of the culture, cuisine and customs of China. Similarly, PNG Independence Day celebrations gave boarders from that region the chance to share photos of their homes and cultural traditions with their peers, and to teach boarders the PNG National Anthem.

BOARDING IN-WEEKENDS At the end of the first week each term, staff and girls in boarding enjoy an 'in-weekend', two days in first term and a day and a half in the remaining terms. Taking time out from the hectic pace of the first weeks of the school term, enjoying each other’s company and celebrating our unique talents and our diversity, is a very well preserved practice in the boarding community. Making cakes and biscuits, watching movies, engaging in colour runs, playing games, performing in front of peers, making movies/video clips, singing karaoke, going to Luna Park, and seeing the stage production of Matilda, The Musical, are wonderful opportunities to relax in each other’s company.

Year 12 Boarders’ Farewell Dinner, at the end of Term 3, is one of a series of significant Vale Celebrations for the Year 12s. Boarders from Years 7 to 11, the Sisters in the KRB community, the Principal, day and boarding staff, and parents of Year 12s, come together to commend the Year 12 boarders and wish them well as they leave KRB's closeknit community. Speeches, handmade cards from buddies, siblings and cousins, flowers, and video representations of the girls’ time in boarding, capture the uniqueness of the KRB boarding experience. Halloween is a favourite Term 4 dinner event. The dining hall is festooned with cobwebs and filled with witches, ghosts, zombies, and a special door for trick or treating. The evening is planned and conducted by Year 11 and SRC leaders, with the assistance of boarding staff.

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The final celebratory dinner of the year is our Christmas dinner, accompanied by a Carol Service. Students exchange small handmade gifts, and reflect on the significant opportunities and achievements the year has given them.

PROCESSION OF THE LANTERNS Dating back to the early 1900s, the tradition of Procession of the Lanterns is significant in Sacred Heart Schools globally, a sentiment that is evident in the KRB boarders’ preparation in the lead up to the eve of Sacred Heart Day. Formal dinner attended by all boarders, boarding staff, special guests, members of the Leadership Team and Year 12 boarding parents, is followed by a procession, in which each boarder carries her glowing lantern into the Chapel.

NEW BOARDER ORIENTATION Part of the KRB Orientation Program, the Boarding Orientation is a wonderful way for new boarders to begin the transition to boarding. The sleepover is the highlight for many students, giving them insight into the expectations and routines of boarding life, and enabling them to experience the warmth of the community. A mentoring program is initiated on this occasion, so new boarders have a firm and friendly point of contact. For Year 7 boarders, a City Family Scheme is devised to ensure students and their parents have support in the initial months of the new year. Information sessions for parents and for students assist in communicating necessary requirements and expectations, and are a wonderful way for boarding families to meet and begin networking. A Q&A panel ensures that no new parent or boarder leaves the room with questions unanswered.

FROM TOP: BOARDERS’ IN WEEKEND, CHINESE NEW YEAR DINNER, VIVID FESTIVAL, LUNCH WITH THE RSCJS. OPPOSITE PAGE: HILARY JOHNSTON-CROKE AND MUSIC STUDENTS IN GRAZ DURING THE VIENNA MUSIC TOUR

PRINCIPAL’S REPORT 2015

THANK YOU

2015 has been an outstanding year for this School with fantastic learning opportunities. Our students continue to be the best they can be and amaze us with their many achievements across a broad range of areas. KRB is an absolutely incredible, energetic, and supportive community and it takes the contributions and efforts of many different people to keep it growing and flourishing every day of the year, year in year out: • The Parents’ and Friends’ Association led by President Hugh Windsor, who have worked so well as a team throughout this year • Our parents who continuously show support for the life of the School, through their involvement in activities, and their efforts as volunteers and Class Representatives • The Sacré Coeur Association led by Elizabeth Clunies-Ross, and formerly by Denise Jones • Our student leaders in the Senior and Junior schools • Sister Mary Shanahan RSCJ for her commitment and support • Our dedicated teaching and support staff for their efforts in ensuring that this School continues to provide excellent learning outcomes for students • Our Stage Co-ordinators, Year Co-ordinators, Boarding Heads of House and Heads of Department for their leadership • The School Leadership Team of Deputy Principal Elizabeth Clark, John Dooley, our Business Manager, Michelle Chaplin Head of Junior School and Anne-Maree Bennett, Director of Boarding, together with Niccy Dennis, Director of Teaching and Learning, John Mooney, Director of Mission, Marie Wood, Director of Students, Jonathan Saurine, Director of Learning Innovation and Mary Cook, Director of Development, who work very hard and have an absolute commitment to ensuring our students receive the best possible Sacred Heart education. Marie Wood will be leaving us at the end of this year to take up the role of Deputy Principal at OLMC Parramatta, and I would like to thank her for her contribution and care of our senior students in her role as Director of Students over the last 3 years • The Committees of the School Board – Finance, Building and Maintenance, Governance, and Investment • The members of the KRB School Board, chaired by Bryan Curtin, who offer wisdom and insights and support our mission as a Sacred Heart school, and also work to ensure the ongoing and future viability of KRB. I thank Bryan and the members of the Board for their support. Sister Rita Carroll rscj is retiring from the Board at the end of this year after nine years. Sister Carroll has made a wonderful contribution and provided great wisdom for the Board in its deliberations. I wish everyone the blessings of Christmas and look forward to another wonderful year at KRB in 2016.

Hilary Johnston-Croke Principal

PRINCIPAL’S REPORT 2015

HILARY JOHNSTON-CROKE PRINCIPAL

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