Mandevillian, 2020, Vol35, No1 by Loreto Toorak

Mandevillian

JUNE 2020 VOLUME. 35 NO. 1

Contents LEADERSHIP 2

RATHFARNHAM

PERFORMING ARTS

Congratulating our Duces of School

Our Changing Global Landscape

Performing Arts Festival

A REFLECTION

SOCIAL JUSTICE

SPORT 38

Sr Christine Burke ibvm

International Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day

2019/2020 Rowing Season

CURRICULUM

MUSIC 34

COMMUNITY

Loreto Learn@Home

A New Era For Music Education

Where Are They Now?

Loreto Mandeville Hall Toorak 10 Mandeville Crescent Toorak Victoria Australia 3142 +61 3 9823 8100 www.loretotoorak.vic.edu.au

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Designer & Editor Tailem Tynan Communications Coordinator

Contributors Dr Susan Stevens Principal

Printer DMC Group

Judy Reid Director of Engagement

Photography Tailem Tynan Mark Chew Photography Julieanne Perara Photography National Photography Student/Staff/Parent Contributions

Danielle Lord, Louise McNamara, Annette Rinaudo Engagement Office

Cover Image Laura Thomas Social Media Coordinator

Melindy Green Head of Marketing & Communications Student/Staff Contributions Inside Back Cover Artwork by Sophie Tanner (Year 12)

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Welcome

From our Principal Welcome to this first edition of our Mandevillian online. At this challenging time for our whole world, country and more local communities, we have had cause to not only manage our lives in a different way, but to care more carefully, about many things â&#x20AC;&#x201C; our health, how we live our lives, and importantly, our environment. It is already five years since the promulgation of that most significant Papal missive, Laudato Si. At school level, and in accordance with this anniversary, we have taken the opportunity to reassess some of our environmental practices, thus underlining our significant commitment to broader environmental justice and sustainability. Our online Mandevillian, and changes to many of our publications forthwith, is a small step in that practice. Over the last few months we have been in contact with our alumnae, both here and overseas. Our International Alumnae Chapters have been in our thoughts and hearts as countries around the world are reported in our daily news. The connections we feel at this time are very real, and I thank everyone who has contacted our Engagement Office with news and individual stories. This wonderful edition of our Mandevillian offers much in terms of painting a vibrant picture of school life; of innovation in the classroom, inspiring educators and what has been achieved by curious and dedicated students. The programs undertaken by our students are wonderfully varied, and we continue to report impressive participation rates across the school. Our students contribute, participate, compete, cooperate; importantly, within and without the classroom, they work together. Formed in the Loreto tradition, they also work for and think of others, and this commitment to the betterment of society through all they do, is also obvious in the flavour of the pages that follow. We are proud of all our Loreto students, and thank God each day for the blessings of our whole community.

DR SUSAN STEVENS PRINCIPAL 1

Leadership

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Outstanding VCE Results From the Class of 2019

Congratulations to the Loreto Toorak graduating Class of 2019. The results of their academic endeavour are outstanding and we celebrate their achievements; in working together, cooperatively and collaboratively, with each other and with their teachers. With pride, we further congratulate all students who have received honours in an individual subject or in overall academic excellence. Our 2019 Duces of School, Tegan Burns and Vivian Jin, who both achieved an ATAR of 99.9, are to be warmly congratulated. Both students have elected to continue in tertiary education, studying Medicine at Monash University. The Class of 2019 achieved 15 perfect study scores across 8 subjects. In addition to this, 14 students achieved an ATAR above 99.00, which is an exceptional result. These fine results are well deserved for the Class of 2019 who worked so diligently and consistently throughout the year. Our school community congratulates our students and thanks our dedicated and inspiring teachers. Our graduates now have their choice of post-school experiences, and will continue to build on this firm foundation in deciding their next exciting step. We know that these women will contribute to a better world, in some significant way, in the future. They are Loreto graduates, Loreto women. We wish them well.

Left: Academic Excellence Award recipients and High Achievers with an A Â TAR 99+ at our annual Dux Assembly. Right: Duces of School, Vivian Jin and Tegan Burns, with Principal, Dr Susan Stevens.

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Outstanding VCE Results Highlights

26%

45%

76%

received an ATAR of

(1% state-wide)

(5% state-wide)

(10% state-wide)

(20% state-wide)

99+

95+

Almost

90+

27%

89.2

received a STUDY SCORE of

MEDIAN STUDY SCORE

MEDIAN

40+

80+

ATAR

Perfect Scores Business Management

Italian

Tallulah Frigo

Elenoire Faiola (Year 11)

Chemistry Nikita Keegan Alessandra Nugent

Geography Laura Bonham

English Grace Barton Tegan Burns Isabella Gunn Grace Hyslop Anna Pantazis 4

Studio Arts Alvita Sam

History: Revolutions Caitlin Chiam Charlotte Conroy

Physical Education Tegan Burns Alessandra Nugent

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Tertiary Placements Institutions & Areas of Study

ACU 2%

Monash

33%

Architecture

Deakin

RMIT

17%

Arts/Humanities 31%

Health

Latrobe 5%

Swinburne

Biomed/Medicine 7%

Melbourne

Other

Business

19%

Law

Creative

Science

Education

11% 26%

Engineering

2% 14%

10%

Duces of School Tegan Burns

Vivian Jin

ATAR: 99.9

Medicine Monash University

Year 12 Subjects

Chemistry English Perfect Score Dux of Subject Mathematical Methods Physical Education Perfect Score Dux of Subject Physics Specialist Mathematics

Chemistry Chinese: Second Language Dux of Subject English Mathematical Methods Music Performance Specialist Mathematics

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Academic Excellence Awards High Achievers A Â TAR 99+

Grace Barton

Caitlin Chiam

Charlotte Conroy

Miranda Delaney

Tallulah Frigo

Isabella Gunn

Year 12 Subjects

Business Management Dux of Subject

Chemistry

Biology

Chemistry

French

English

Chemistry

English Perfect Score Dux of Subject

Geography

Dance

Mathematical Methods Dux of Subject

History (Revolutions) Perfect Score Dux of Subject

French

History (Revolutions) Perfect Score Dux of Subject Psychology Dux of Subject

Physics

Politics

Literature

Legal Studies

Literature Dux of Subject Mathematical Methods

Politics Dux of Subject

Economics Dux of Subject English Legal Studies Visual Communication Design Politics

English Perfect Score Dux of Subject History (Revolutions) Legal Studies Dux of Subject Mathematical Methods Politics

Grace Hyslop

Nikita Keeghan

Tereza Ljubicic

Year 12 Subjects

Biology Dux of Subject

Chemistry Perfect Score Dux of Subject

Art Dux of Subject

Biology

Chemistry

Literature

English

History (Revolutions)

French Dux of Subject

Chemistry Perfect Score Dux of Subject

Chinese

Croatian

Literature

Mathematical Methods

Chemistry English Perfect Score Dux of Subject

Mathematical Methods

History (Revolutions)

Physics Dux of Subject

Mathematical Methods

Specialist Mathematics Dux of Subject

Politics

Physical Education

Monash University Extension Mathematics 6

Claire McLaughlin Alessandra Nugent

Specialist Mathematics

English

Serena Zhang

English Mathematical Methods

French

Physics

Mathematical Methods

Specialist Mathematics

Physical Education Perfect Score Dux of Subject

Outstanding Achievements

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Seven Students Recognised in Premier’s VCE Awards On Wednesday 29 April 2020, the VCAA announced the recipients of the prestigious Premier’s VCE Awards, recognising the top performing students in the state for their outstanding achievements. Loreto Toorak students have been awarded seven Premier’s VCE Awards, which is an outstanding result and testament to our excellent VCE results from 2019.

We congratulate the following girls and their teachers which confirms their place amongst the best in the state in their respective subjects. Their remarkable achievements are worth recognising and celebrating because they are the result of incredible passion, perseverance and diligence.

Caitlin Chiam

Charlotte Conroy

Elenoire Faiola (Year 11)

Tallulah Frigo

History Revolutions Teacher: Paul Rossiter

Australian Politics Teacher: Michelle McCarty

Italian Teacher: Caterina Chng

Business Management Teacher: Kate Barbar

Isabella Gunn

Anna Pantazis

Adele Rafaniello (Year 11)

English Teacher: Anne Bennett

Dance Stonnington School of Dance

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Congratulating our

Duces of School Tegan Burns and Vivian Jin

Our Dux of School Assembly is an annual tradition when the School proudly recognises and celebrates the outstanding achievements of the graduating class. On this occasion, we honoured our 2019 Duces of School, Tegan Burns and Vivian Jin, who both achieved an ATAR of 99.9, our Duces of Subjects, students who received Perfect Scores of 50 and other special prize winners and high achieving students. An excerpt from each Dux Address is presented below.

Tegan Burns

Vivian Jin

I am constantly in awe of the sheer number of girls who willingly choose to do something as conventionally unenjoyable as running. This positive culture is infectious, and we are so fortunate that there is a collaborative environment and desire to work which results in everyone outperforming both in the classroom and beyond.

Eight years ago when I walked through the gates for the first time as the shy, new girl, little did I know that this would be a place where I would feel a sense of security and deep connection. Loreto Toorak has provided us with invaluable opportunities to try new things through the extensive co-curricular program, and given us the ability to be curious and to question, through its focus on social justice. But my most vivid memories are of the camps, the trivial dramas, the homeroom chats, the heart-warming emails and cards from teachers and friends. So, I urge you to not rush past these small moments, because one day you will look back and treasure the days that you once found so ordinary.

Year 12 was the best year and this is mostly thanks to the wonderful Class of 2019. Yes, a large chunk consisted of endless hours of hard work. I spent countless hours in Maths help and regularly sacrificed lunchtimes to write essays. However, I also spent my share of study periods eating popcorn and discussing weekend plans, and nights midessay when I decided to go to bed. My advice is that you learn to recognise when you need a break and capitalise on the times when you are most productive, even if this means setting a 5.00am alarm like I did most mornings. The biggest myth about Year 12 is that you have to sacrifice your life, and my biggest tip would be to maintain your co-curricular activities. My granddad always said “if you need to get a job done, give to a busy person.” As counterintuitive as it may sound, having commitments that you need to work around will make you more focused and force you to get study done when you need to. Finding the perfect balance is not easy, and I had a full term of being sick before I managed to shift my load, continue my activities, have a social life and maintain school as my first priority. There is no doubt that at some point, Year 12 will feel insurmountable. Fortunately, it is the unwavering faith and support of teachers that will get you through; the staff at Loreto Toorak are wholeheartedly invested in their girls.

Left: (L-R) 2019 Duces of School, Vivian Jin and Tegan Burns.

Performing still remains one of the most exciting yet terrifying things that I do, but it was through the extraordinary music program at Loreto Toorak that I found the courage to express who I am. Through hours of rehearsing, it also taught me the importance of persistence and discipline - paramount during Year 12, and indeed too, in life. At the beginning of VCE, having had to give up other much-loved subjects, I made the difficult decision to take Chinese. Now, you might be thinking, she’s Chinese right, she must be good at Chinese. But whilst I could speak it, my reading and writing skills were very poor. I remember receiving a message from my uncle in China, asking me what I wanted to do whilst I was there on holiday. I thought I had replied with, “I want to go see pandas”, but because the same pinyin can take on many different characters, I found out later that I had actually written “I want to see chest hair”. So, completing VCE Chinese was no easy task for me. I remember feeling overwhelmed by the hours of work the subject demanded, because my foundations in it were not as strong as my other subjects. However, the more mistakes I made, the more determined I was to understand why I was making them, and then to rectify it. Something I came to realise was that how well you ultimately perform, is not how many A’s you start with, but a measure of how many obstacles you’re willing to overcome. 9

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Introducing our

Captains of School

Mia Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Callaghan & Francesca Zappia What is important to you about being Captain of School? Francesca: Being Captain of School is important to me because I have the opportunity to carry on the legacy of serving as a role model to the younger girls in the school. Even in my primary schooling, I always looked up to the School Councillors because they were so incredibly kind. This kindness is something I aspire to continue to spread as a leader at Loreto Toorak. I am so proud of my school as it constantly pushes us to work to our fullest potential and to pursue our passions in whatever domain they may be. The fact that I am able to represent a school which has such strong values and which I can wholeheartedly say that I love is incredibly special to me. Mia: I hold great value in acting as a role model and source of encouragement for all students at Loreto Toorak. It is essential that our girls â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the next generation of leaders, can utilise the qualities and strengths they observe from Francesca and I and apply them to their own school life. By acting as examples that students can relate to and communicate with, they can understand the importance striving to be people of integrity, honesty and humility. The ability to give back to my school community through my leadership virtues of wisdom, knowledge and determination is of great importance to me.

What strengths do you bring to your role? Francesca: My top three character strengths are fairness, bravery and love of learning. I believe that fairness is a necessary trait in a Councillor, as a leader must treat everyone fairly and equally and encourage those around them to embody the same qualities. Bravery is relevant to my leadership position as there are many challenges one faces as a leader and this strength has armed me with an excitement to accept these challenges. My love of learning has always been apparent and it accompanies me in my daily life. I love learning about others and this skill has allowed me to be more open-minded in accepting othersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ideas. Mia: I pride myself in being someone that is approachable and personable to all those I interact with. I prioritise connecting, communicating effectively and engaging with a wide range of individuals including teachers, parents and students. I believe that being affable and warm allows one to have the ability to engage in conversation with any person that is in their presence. This is especially important when I am meeting and collaborating with new people, and making everyone feel comfortable. 10

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How can we live the value of Verity in the school context?

What are you passionate about? How does that help you be a positive leader for the Loreto school community?

Francesca: Verity is a complex theme, but to me it means realising the truths within ourselves, and sharing those with others to realise more existential truths. In a school context, Verity helps students in recognising their strengths, exploring these to their fullest capacity, and sharing them with others. By realising our strengths and the strengths of those around us, we cultivate respect and honesty in the way that we collaborate.

Francesca: I am passionate about working with others and leading in a way that relies strongly on communication. In my leadership, I endeavour to promote this passion in everything that I do, hoping for it to transcend into enthusiasm, respect and being genuine. I also hope that this passion inspires others in the school community to approach their own lives with zest and to value the importance of communication.

Mia: In a school context, the value of Verity means striving to find the truth in yourself, which links closely with aiming to live our most authentic lives and exhibiting genuine feelings and actions. It means seeking to find truth in others and surrounding yourself with those whose truths align with your own, which allows us all to flourish. It means being aware of the undesirable truth; that sometimes the truth is not what we want to hear, but it must be accepted in order for us to mature and develop into wise young people continually striving to learn from our mistakes.

Mia: I am passionate about cultivating an environment where girls feel supported and encouraged to achieve their ambitions, but also feel comfortable in knowing that every member of the community is there, including our marvellous teachers, to assist and guide them in times of need. I also want to encourage students to contribute to our school spirit through participating in activities that may be out of their comfort zone.

The value of Verity means striving to find the truth in yourself, aiming to live our most authentic lives and exhibiting genuine feelings and actions. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Mia Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Callaghan, Captain of School

What is the most valuable lesson your Loreto education has taught you? Francesca: To always work to my fullest capacity and apply myself to everything that I do, both academically and in my cocurricular pursuits. I have had the opportunity to be involved in the theatre department at school, and I am proud of how I have been inspired to perform at my very best. This has granted me the invaluable skills of persistence and discipline which I can now apply in my leadership, but also beyond school. Mia: My Loreto education has taught me to grasp every opportunity so we can enrich the minds of others who do not receive the same possibilities that we do. The academic enrichment, co-curricular programs and social justice activities offer opportunities for us to expand our knowledge and wisdom and become well-rounded young women.

What is your proudest accomplishment? Francesca: My proudest accomplishment would have to be being appointed Captain of School. Although this was not a title I specifically sought out throughout my schooling, I feel so honoured and proud to be granted the ability and responsibility of being a leader of a community which has been such a crucially formative part of the values of compassion, sincerity and persistence which I so strongly hold today. Mia: I was honoured to represent Loreto Toorak as an inaugural member of the Global Young Leaders Conference 2019 in Washington and New York; an international congregation of young leaders with participants from 145 countries. Being a representative of my school in this program allowed me to develop my leadership skills, including visiting the United Nations, debating and scrutinising strategies to enhance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and visiting the US State Department. 11

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The Loreto Year of Verity Welcome to the New School Year We warmly welcome everyone to the 2020 Loreto Year of Verity. Verity essentially means Truth. For our foundress, Mary Ward, this meant having integrity and truth, encouraging us to be truthful in the way we appear, living the truth to be who we are and in what gives meaning to our lives. We are then able to live to our fullest potential, acting in accordance to what is right for us. Mary’s truth centred fundamentally on her faith and hope in God. It challenges us to invest our everyday living with value: “This is verity – to do what we have to do well”. – Mary Ward It is with great excitement and optimism that we announce our theme for Verity 2020; “Ignite our light, let truth unite.” This theme will embody our direction and focus for the year, while acting as a piece of wisdom to guide us in all aspects of school life. Inspired by our Verity Prayer, we’ve used light as a metaphor to help us understand the ideas of honesty and truth which are qualities that are strongly associated with Verity. Firstly, the phrase “ignite our light” is all about the importance of striving to find the truth within yourself. This can be on an individual level, or on a larger scale as a Loreto community. Following in the footsteps of Mary Ward, we seek to let this light discover who we truly are, our most authentic selves. The second phrase “let truth unite” focuses on the greater aspect of Verity. Although we can certainly look at our own truths, we keep coming back to the idea that Verity empowers us to help and connect with others. This can be as girls at Loreto Toorak, as Loreto girls worldwide or as Mary Ward men and women. This is our Verity. Right: (L-R) Captains of School, Francesca Zappia and Mia O’Callaghan

MIA O’CALLAGHAN & FRANCESCA ZAPPIA CAPTAINS OF SCHOOL 12

For our foundress, Mary Ward, this meant having integrity and truth, encouraging us to be truthful in the way we appear, living the truth to be who we are and in what gives meaning to our lives.

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School Councillors

Introducing our 2019/2020 Performing Arts Captains Following our announcement of our new 2019/2020 School Councillors in the previous edition of this publication, and the introduction of our Sports Captains, we are also delighted to introduce you to our new School Leaders embracing their portfolios in the Performing Arts.

Isabella Caleo

Serena Su

Kasie Wang

Alessandra Negline

Drama Captain

Music Captain

Music Captain Leader of Loreto Symphony Orchestra

Public Speaking Captain

Elizabeth Prosser Leader of Symphonic Band

Laura Ellingworth

Thi Tran

Ella Mitsch

Marietta Stents

Leader of Stage Band

School Pianist

Senior Chorister

Senior Chorister 13

And the People Stayed Home... â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Kitty Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Meara And the people stayed home. And read books, and listened, and rested, and exercised, and made art, and played games, and learned new ways of being, and were still. And listened more deeply. Some meditated, some prayed, some danced. Some met their shadows. And the people began to think differently. And the people healed. And, in the absence of people living in ignorant, dangerous, mindless, and heartless ways, the earth began to heal. And when the danger passed, and the people joined together again, they grieved their losses, And made new choices, and dreamed new images, and created new ways to live and heal the earth fully, as they had been healed.

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Can we Look Beneath the Obvious? Sr Christine Burke ibvm Manila, Philippines, April 2020

What message is encoded in this experience? Across every nation the unimaginable is the new normal. Empty streets speak of fear. Lockdown continues- we do not know for how long. Important events are cancelled. Rituals cannot be celebrated. Stock exchanges tumble. Businesses close. Tourism is a thing of the past. Trade diminishes to subsistence level. Even Centrelink access is fragile, so fear grows among so many: will they or won’t they have a roof, have food, have help in medical emergency? We react the way humans have since time immemorial: some reach out to others, some seek ways to exploit the moment. Genesis, and tribal myths of every culture, retell the same story of good and evil which co-exist in each one of us. The call is to discern. The courage and generosity of those who reach out makes those of us urged to stay inside feel grateful but also calls us to the honest recognition of our age and to realize that all we can do is pray.

widen the safety net, so that together we can re-assess our lifestyles? This is a question in the more affluent world. Here where I live in the Philippines, the questions are more pointed: how does one achieve social distancing when ten people live in one room? How does a nation manage when the social security system is minimal? How can one know how widespread the disease is when there are so few tests being carried out? Here we are good at enforcing lockdown, but other resources are scarce.

A microscopic organism has managed to do something we have been encouraging ourselves to try to do for decades – and most of us have failed: To live simply so that others may simply live.

A microscopic organism has managed to do something we have been encouraging ourselves to try to do for decades– and most of us have failed. To live simply so that others may simply live. We have been stripped of so many extras that seemed essential, forced back to the basics of loving those we live with, of recognizing what really matters, of trusting what we believe.

At this stage of our evolutionary history, we are hearing from the earth, from nature that ‘enough is enough’. If we believe that God empowers the transformation of our world from within, then something momentous is happening on our watch. Life matters more than so many things we have taken for granted. How can we redistribute the goods of the earth, and

As well as pleading for this crisis to pass, we are also called to look deeply at how we live, at how we love each other, at what matters most. Praying for the gift of discernment to recognize what this moment tells us about ourselves as individuals, as families, as societies could help us shape a future that respects our earth, all creatures and our fellow ‘earthlings’, since our future is intimately bound up with the decisions we make after this time of ‘fasting’ from the norm, from what feels comfortable, from what we are accustomed to. The call to conversion could not be more timely. I wonder if you also find in the daily liturgical readings messages of hope and the call alongside others that echo our yearning to be deeply healed. Image: Sr Christine Burke ibvm, supplied by Loreto Ministries Australia and South East Asia. Photographer: Wolfgang Schmidt

CURRICULUM

Curriculum Remote Learning

Loreto Learn@Home

Together we Built the Plane While we were Flying it!

In December 2019, a group of six P-12 Academic Staff attended a two-day introductory course on a program called Microsoft Teams. This group quickly recognised the power of the tool and committed to piloting the product in the faculties of STEM and Humanities for Term 1, 2020 as a tool for teacher collaboration and resource sharing. However, by mid-March and with the ever-increasing developments of the COVID-19 pandemic, it was becoming more apparent that school closures could be a real possibility. When the School took the prudent decision to cancel Parent Teacher Student Conferences on 16 March, we swiftly utilised the afternoon to train all VCE Academic Staff in the use of

Microsoft Teams. With the invaluable support of our wonderful IT team and Digital Learning Leaders, we then undertook the remarkable process of training over 150 Academic Staff in the school to use this new technology in record time. Whilst the learning curve was very steep, and our ICT skills increased exponentially, we did not miss a beat! On the very 16

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first day of our sudden closure, all VCE classes were seamlessly engaged in their virtual classes, quickly followed by Years 7-10 and Years 5 and 6 prior to the Term 1 holidays. By the first week of Term 2, our Prep-Year 4 students had also joined us on Teams and were engaging online with their own teachers. Our online SEQTA Learning Management system continued to be our curriculum resource hub, whilst the face-to-face delivery occurred in Teams. The success of the curriculum transition then allowed us to re-imagine and move online many of our school programs and activities. These included instrumental music lessons, our Mandeville Mentors program, GSV sport training, the Spring Play (Radio Play), Choirs, Astronomy Club and our ensembles to name but a few. No challenge was too big for Loreto Toorak and seeing the smiles on the girls faces during these activities was certainly worth every effort.

The ability for students to observe their teachers as learners (particularly in the initial stages) was very healthy in the modelling of effective learning dispositions and courageous learning. Furthermore, Academic Staff have observed in many of their students a greater independence in their learning and have reported that for a great number of students, they have found their ‘voice’ through this new medium. For us, these have been collateral benefits of our online experience in addition, of course, to the quality of curriculum that we have continued to deliver.

But here’s the thing; this experience has harnessed some other wonderful strengths and qualities in the way that teachers are teaching, and students are learning.

We continue to hear that learning remotely is ‘not the same as face-to-face teaching’ and it certainly isn’t. The nuances of non-verbal communication are notably absent as are many of the other cues required for recognising understanding and engagement in a learner. But here’s the thing; this experience has harnessed some other wonderful strengths and qualities in the way that teachers are teaching, and students are learning. Of note has been the enormous sense of teamwork and camaraderie, not only in teachers helping each other to ‘build the plane while flying it’, but also in students helping teachers and in students mentoring each other. Together we have lived out what it means to be adaptable, flexible, collaborative and resilient. These soft skills of contemporary learning have been leveraged like never before and will have prepared the girls well for tertiary studies and life beyond school.

As educators, we have had the opportunity to carefully scrutinise our teaching practice and to find new ways to convey concepts, engage with students, customise their learning and provide feedback. Necessity has certainly been the mother of invention in this case, but it has really been so much more.

The Loreto Learn@ Home experience has strengthened us as a learning community; it has provided the teachers with a sense of greater selfefficacy and has paved the way for some wonderful blended learning opportunities as we move back into real time classroom learning. My sincere thanks and congratulations to every student in the school, to our IT team and to the Academic Staff who made it happen so well.

(L-R): Chloe Kfouri (Year 11), Sophie Noonan (Year 11), Frankie (Isabella) Abiuso (Year 7) and Giulia Massimini (Year 12).

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CURRICULUM

Remote Learning

Visual Arts

Developing the Virtual Gallery Space As it was becoming more apparent that artists and art galleries were exploring new and inventive ways to adapt to the lockdown, we too decided to search for opportunities to engage with, and celebrate, the creative projects and achievements of our Visual Arts students. It was decided that digital engagement with our audience and our community could be achieved through a virtual space, And thus, the Loreto Virtual Gallery Space will be launched this year. This online space will be a curated exhibition area and will be presented as our own custom designed Visual Arts website, as well as a walk through Virtual Exhibition to launch the 2020 VCE Art Show in Term 4. It will be a place to view and discover a vast array of images, both still and moving, that span works created by our youngest Rathfarnham artists, through to our VCE students. The works will come from the subjects of Visual Art, Studio

Arts, Visual Communication Design and Media. Opportunities to view the collection based on a theme or topic at a particular year level, but other opportunities to view the process will be provided and glimpses of idea generation and development will also be available through process images. Whilst great emphasis is placed on art production, we also value the creative process and hope to give our audience an insight into this world. Artist Statements and Reviews will also be available to support the communication of the ideas, the meanings and the messages that are inherent in the artworks. SUE BURKE HEAD OF VISUAL ARTS

Centre: Bridget Earner (Year 12) Right: Amy Hrysomallis (Year 12) Opposite Row 1: Charlie Rowbottom (Year 12), Octavia Gargiso (Prep), Amelia Timothee (Year 10), Zara Massimini (Year 10). Row 2: Lexi Picciani (Year 11). Row 3: Mikayla Kyriacou (Year 10), Amelie Clements (Year 10), Brighid Collins (Year 12). Row 4: AmĂŠlie Nash (Year 11). Row 5: Jessica Haintz (Year 9), Myra Murphy (Year 3), Emma Peavey (Year 10).

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CURRICULUM

Remote Learning

Positive Education

Perspective and Performance in Uncertain Times In the last week in April, Loreto Toorak remotely celebrated Positive Education and Wellbeing Week. Our Wellbeing Councillors, Natalie Catalfamo and Grace Lambos, smiled their way onto student screens, announcing wellbeing activities for each year level, encouraging engagement in the wellbeing program and promoting to the students a sense of ‘we are all in this together’. The ‘new normal’ in this COVID-19 world has challenged many of us to adapt quickly, however, we were well positioned to meet this challenge. Our girls have the benefit of an education that opens them up to opportunity. They know and participate in positive mental, physical and performance-related wellbeing practices. They draw on their VIA strengths, their knowledge of growth mindset, mindfulness and hope theory, while bearing in mind that ‘this too shall pass’. Ben Crowe, a mindset coach and “the man in the stand behind Ash Barty”, was revered for his practical and inspiring offerings on performance mindset by our school audiences after his visit to us last year in April. Since then, his podcasts and videos have gone viral as people worldwide learn how they can be their best self when “certainty and routine have been replaced with uncertainty, risk and emotional exposure.” In Ben’s

YouTube clip, Perspective and Performance in Uncertain Times, he shares the power of acceptance in growing our capacity in these times. In a wonderful gift to our Loreto Toorak community, Ben engaged in an interview with our Wellbeing Councillors, Natalie and Grace, offering parents, students and staff strategies to best adapt to change. Highlights from this interview are below. On behalf of our school community, we thank Ben Crowe and his Executive Assistant and alumna Alecia Whitelaw (Mustey, 2001), for their generosity in assisting with this presentation. JULES DENNETT PUCOVSKI HEAD OF POSITIVE EDUCATION KATHRYN TUCKER POSITIVE EDUCATION COORDINATOR

Natalie and Grace in an Interview with Ben Crowe What advice can you offer to students who are feeling a sense of loss for the year they had ‘planned’? For those experiencing a sense of loss, I think any expectations that any of us had for 2020 have literally been thrown out the window. So if we’re still thinking “shoulda coulda woulda”, we are effectively lamenting the past, we are focusing our attention on something we can’t control, which will naturally cause us to be frustrated or upset or angry. The first step is to acknowledge that. To accept it. Yes there are things and activities and events that we have missed out on, and that is disappointing. Acknowledge it. Accept it. It sucks. Because then we can process it, decide what to do about it. We put our life into context and our thoughts into perspective. The way to do that is to practice empathy for others and appreciation for ourselves and what we have. 20

Last year, you shared with us that “our greatest growth comes from our darkest times”, which really resonated with our school community. Why do you think there has been such a strong connection to this message? In terms of our greatest growth coming from our darkest times, we can use this as an opportunity to really find out what we are made of. This period will have such an amazing impact on so many people’s lives and our values are often determined through our dark times because we have to draw on some energy source to get us through this chapter. It might be courage, it might be perseverance or resilience, it might be love or family. Often our values are identified through difficult times, when we draw on a particular energy source, so I think we will look back on this chapter as defining moments in shaping who we are and what we are made of.

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What advice can you offer to parents about modelling perspective and its pillars, acceptance and gratitude, for their children at this time? Parents effectively set the agenda for the house and their children become a product of that environment, which is why they are the greatest role models in their children’s lives. So creating an environment that says thank you a lot; that doesn’t judge and compare with other families; that doesn’t judge whether things are negative or positive; nothing is that ever that bad, or that good, it just is what it is. An environment that provides unconditional love; that doesn’t determine self-worth by where we live or what we look like or our financial status or what’s score we got on a test - we need to practise thinking we are already unconditionally worthy. Creating an environment that practises humility is valuable. The world has just shown us who is in charge, so let go of that sense of expectation or entitlement like the world owes us something, and replace that with a beautiful sense of humility and grace.

In your message, you separate those who embrace vulnerability and those that see it as a weakness. How does embracing vulnerability improve performance mindset? Embracing vulnerability effectively means being open and open-minded to the uncertainty and the emotional exposure of our new reality right now. We have never lived through a pandemic, so just normalising that and acknowledging that, and also “cutting ourselves some slack” and having a bit more selfcompassion for the imperfect ways we have to show up at the moment in home-schooling, and how hard that is for teachers as much as students. If we accept all of those imperfections and conditions and we lean in, rather than lean back, we will effectively adapt pretty quickly to this ‘new normal’. If we are adaptive to change then we are effectively embracing vulnerability as a strength. This is just so important right now.

Last year you came to the school and spoke with parents, staff and students about performance mindset: How can students develop real and achievable wellbeing and performance goals to develop their performance mindsets? In terms of performance mindset, whether you are Ash Barty or whether you are a student at Loreto Toorak, anyone can recapture and reclaim their ultimate A-Game performance mindset. The formula requires us to accept the things we cannot control, and let them go. Then focus our attention back on the things that we can control, and the best version of ourselves. The way to develop the best version of ourselves is to find that performance, when you were absolutely at your best; you were in the zone. When you were unstoppable. Find the words that best describe how you were feeling in that performance, and then practise those words deeply and that becomes your A-Game. The best version of you.

Click the Links for Further Information Perspective and Performance in Uncertain Times www.bit.ly/2WtDNxN Loreto Toorak Q&A with Ben Crowe www.vimeo.com/410844283 Instagram @mojocrowe and @bencrowe05 Facebook www.facebook.com/Mojo-Crowe-115936913184003 www.facebook.com/BenCrowe05 Website www.mojocrowe.com

Rathfarnham Remote Learning

Our Changing Global Landscape CATHERINE MAIMONE CROWHURST DIRECTOR OF RATHFARNHAM & ELC

People around the world have had to evoke 21st century competencies like mental agility, adaptability, critical and innovative thinking in order to respond to the rapid and impeding demands of a changing global landscape. We are acutely aware that our school community; parents, staff and students, are also dealing with, and feeling the impact of, these changes in their daily lives. As a school, our response to the COVID-19 situation meant that we had to change the way in which we deliver learning, as well as additional clubs and programs, to our students. Given the parameters of online learning, the age of our Rathfarnham students and our desire to continue providing our girls with rich and meaningful learning opportunities; we gained much knowledge during this time. We listened to the feedback from parents and students, recognising that the learning environment is very different at home. Parents and caregivers were not only trying to look after children, but also juggling working from home themselves. Add to this the usual dynamics and machinations of family life, and you had a very complex learning environment. From the commencement of Term 2, all P-6 classes, like 7-12, were delivering learning through Microsoft Teams. This digital platform allows learning to be delivered in â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;real timeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; through live video conferencing, recorded video instruction and written posts. Not only did this change require those within our school community to acquire a new set of digital skills, but it also

challenged educators to review, rethink and reconstruct how they deliver curriculum to children who range in age from 5 years old to 12 years old. Teachers worked collaboratively and drew on the expertise of educators globally, to use platforms and techniques to best meet the needs of learners whilst educating remotely. We all acknowledge the struggles and challenges of societal isolation, but the staff have been both professional and dynamic in the way they responded to these challenges. Working with dedication and commitment, they reframed the delivery of curriculum, whilst continuing to provide pastoral support for the students with whom they work. They reimagined not only how curriculum was delivered, but also how special events and cocurricular programs could continue during this time.

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Our House Cross Country became a virtual competition, where students were invited to participate in a physical activity over the course of one week, and enter this data into an app to receive points for their house. In a similar way, Running Club continued remotely, using the online platform Active4me Run Club. Students earned points for completing a range of physical activities; such as running, bike riding, walking the dog, or jumping on the trampoline. Points were cumulative, with students working towards entering the 100km club by the end of 2020. Huff & Puff continued during Homeroom on Friday mornings, with the Year 6 Health and Fitness Council planning a fun timetable of exciting ways for girls to get active. Led by their Homeroom Teachers, students were active together in the morning meeting. With great imagination and tenacity, the students and staff of the Music Department demonstrated that when it came to learning music online, anything is possible! They managed to discover new and innovative ways to keep making music.

simpler than ever. Even apart, our individual musical performances were embroidered together to create one unified performance, proving that music really can transcend time and space. A highlight was creating a combined audio recording of our Rathfarnham girls singing Lead Us On Mary Ward, from their own homes. Rathfarnham Clubs such as Book Club and Hobby Club, offered at lunch time, allowed for a relaxed and casual space for conversation and connection between girls as they ate their lunch. Mandeville Mentors continued to support Years 5 and 6 students with their learning after school. Students were invited to book appointment times to work with our recent Loreto Toorak alumnae using Microsoft Teams. Whilst this has been a challenging time for all, it has been important to ground the girls in our Loreto values, encouraging them to look beyond themselves for ways that they can help others. During this time, the girls and their teachers focussed on age-appropriate Works of Justice. Each day, as part of their homeroom time, the girls reflected upon and nominated an activity that they could do to support, assist and benefit someone else. These actions ranged from writing cards and letters to Year 12 buddies and Loreto sisters, phone calls to isolated family and friends, completing additional household

Not only did this change require our school community to acquire a new set of digital skills, but it also challenged educators to review, rethink and reconstruct how they deliver curriculum. For Preparatory to Year 2 Loreto Sings students, they continued to sing beautiful childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s songs and sol-fa games three times a week, following along specially-created videos. Students in the Year 3 String and Year 5 Brass and Woodwind Programs used Microsoft Teams live video conferencing to have their usual instrumental, classroom and band sessions, gaining new skills from their teachers who became ever-diverse in their abilities to motivate and craft our young musicians from afar. The use of music software technology made the merging of musicians performing separately, into one virtual performance

chores and other creative and artistic gifts, sent to elderly and isolated members of our community. This call to action not only provided an outward facing perspective for our young students, but also provided a sense of purpose and control during a time of extraordinary change and uncertainty. Above Right: Helena Mazzone Templer (Year 1) with her teacher Camilla Martin in her remote learning Suzuki violin lesson. Above Left: Lucy McNee (Year 5) with Sonja Horbelt, Head of Contemporary Music Studies, in her remote learning Percussion lesson. Opposite Right: Madeline Winfield (Year 3) participating in a remote PE class. Opposite Left: Year 6 remote PE Class utilising Microsoft Teams.

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RATHFARNHAM

St Peter’s Early Learning Centre Our 2020 year started like many others, as we welcomed new families and children to the ELC, again based at Loreto Toorak. Term 1 saw the addition of our Wednesdays off in February, allowing time to meet and engage with our families, building relationships and partnerships to ensure the year ahead would provide all that it could for our ELC community.

It was not long after our routine and ‘everyday timetable’ started, that our world gave us all a spin. Miss Hannah had left the Pre-Prep room to have her baby, Miss Melissa was joining us – however, unable to even begin her first day as we moved to Remote Learning. The end of Term 1 created a different learning environment to anything ever experienced in early childhood education. We are social creatures, and feed off the enthusiasm, warmth and togetherness of the learning environment, but when things need to change, the flexibility and adaptability was outstanding at St Peter’s Early Learning Centre. We had thought proactively, and prepared some take home bags - ‘just in case’ for the children, which included a journal, pencils, playdough and loose parts for construction or creative play. Our educators swiftly stepped in to action, as we prepared, as best as we could, a Remote Learning program for the children, whilst trying to stay true to our philosophy and pedagogy focussing on play-based learning. New technology was sourced and a program of provocations was created for each group, as well as our specialist program. Whilst we provided the children with a ‘task’ or experience to guide some thinking each day, this is not how we normally teach our program. This was to provide our families with a stepping stone to engage the children. We set out a routine

to keep the children familiar with their day, by providing rituals such as our Morning Meeting, prayer, specialist lessons, and afternoon farewells. This focus on familiarity ensured predictability and routine for the children. At the ELC, much of the children’s day is spent playing – in all aspects of the indoor program, be it through dramatic play and dressing up, blocks and construction, playdough and water sensory play, puzzles, arts and creativity and making, as well as creative play with dinosaurs or small figures in a dolls’ house. Through their outdoor play – running, climbing, ball play, or being in the sandpit, similar skills and learning occurs through communication as well as gross motor skills development. We are early childhood professionals, who thrive on the interactions and learning we see and observe, even from afar at times, not interrupting the children’s play. We are not entertainers. I understood and empathised with our community, and recognise that children need and deserve a great deal of attention. And during this time, as families worked from home, it was difficult. The wellbeing of the children is always our priority and ensuring they are happy – engaged in remote learning or not – their emotional wellbeing is the key focus. This is a time to let the children ‘be’.

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We were all in the same storm, but we were all on different ships experiencing a very different journey. Each day brought its own challenges, and whilst some days it was raining, and others felt like we were in a typhoon, for many days, there was joy and sunshine... Some of the feedback we received was simply exceptional. We are so thankful to have the community of parents at St Peter’s ELC: “These are indeed strange, challenging times. It makes such a difference to us and the children to connect and remind ourselves that our feelings are shared, that there will be good days and not so good days, and that this too shall pass. Thank you for all the care and attention you are putting into the children and by extension the parents! We are all novices in this new world, and it is great to know that we are all in this together!” – Kindergarten Parent

“Just wanted to send a quick email to say thank you for the wonderful work you have been doing (since last term) keeping us all connected. Our child looks forward to our Zoom chats every morning. He's taught us the prayer and goodbye song, singing it for his baby sister at bed time. Today he enjoyed his teddy bear picnic, the busy bodies and the yoga sessions. We are impressed, though not surprised at how effectively you are ALL able to 'remotely' engage the kids without being at school, certainly takes very special teachers to be able to do this, and we appreciate how challenging it must be to do your job this way.” – Kindergarten Parent Below (L-R): Alessia, Amelia, Harper, Maya, Asher, Chiara, Emma, Francesco. Above (L-R): Dominic and Jonathan, Prayer each day.

KATHLEEN BROHIER HEAD OF ST PETER’S ELC

Social Justice

International Women’s Day #EachForEqual

An equal world is an enabled world. Celebrate women’s achievement. Raise awareness against bias. Take action for equality. Individually, we're all responsible for our own thoughts and actions - all day, every day. We can actively choose to challenge stereotypes, fight bias, broaden perceptions, improve situations and celebrate women's achievements. Equality is not a women’s issue, it’s a business issue. Gender equality is essential for economies and communities to thrive. The race is on for the gender equal boardroom, a gender equal government, gender equal media coverage, gender equal workplaces, gender equal sports coverage, more gender equality in health and wealth. Collectively, each one of us can help create a gender equal world. The International Women’s Day (IWD) 2020 campaign theme is drawn from a notion of ‘Collective Individualism.’ We are all parts of a whole. Our individual actions, conversations, behaviours and mindsets can have an impact on our larger society. Collectively, we can make change happen. Collectively, we can each help to create a gender equal world. 28

International Women’s Day, acknowledged worldwide on 8 March, is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women - while also marking a call to action for accelerating gender equality. The first International Women’s Day occurred in 1911, supported by over one million people. Today, IWD belongs to all groups collectively everywhere. IWD is not country, group or organisation specific. Gloria Steinem, world-renowned feminist, journalist and activist once explained, “the story of women’s struggle for equality belongs to no single feminist nor to any one organisation but to the collective efforts of all who care about human rights.” Source: www.internationalwomensday.com/ Above: Millicent Walker, Social Justice Councillor, stands with the Year 12 cohort on International Women’s Day to proclaim Each for Equal.

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“Being appreciated for my skills rather than my gender.” – Harriet

“That my talents and abilities won’t be affected because I am female.” – Zoe

“Equal pay for male and female soccer players.” – Giulia

“That I will be acknowledged as a competitive athlete, not just a female athlete who competes like a girl.” – Anastasia

“To feel safe walking home alone at night.” – Anika

“My intelligence and ability to be as equally valued compared to my male counterparts.” – Meredith

“Ensuring all women experience equality in all aspects of their daily lives by both women and men.” – Mia

“For my voice to be heard and my opinion to be valued.” – Millicent

SOCIAL JUSTICE

Loreto Sisters Celebrate Jubilees Marking Milestones in Religious Life

Each year the Loreto Sisters in Melbourne gather during Mary Ward Week (23-30 January). These dates mark the anniversaries, both of the birth of our foundress, Mary Ward, in 1585 and her death in 1645. During the Mass the Sisters solemnly, and with one voice, recommit to their vows and also name those who celebrate Jubilees in the current year. For the past few years I have had the privilege of being present to witness these celebrations as a musician for Mass. The Sisters Profession of Vows is a very moving expression of lifetimes of faith and trust in God. In 2020, the following Loreto sisters celebrate milestones in their religious life: Sr Kathleen Brennan ibvm (Mother Benedicta) – 75 Years Born in Western Australia, Sr Kathleen completed her schooling at Loreto Convent Claremont and entered Loreto on 11 February 1945. She lived and worked at Loreto Toorak in the following years - 1947-1954, 1977, 1980-1985, but also was part of communities in Western Australia, Ballarat, Albert Park and South Australia. Sr Kathleen is currently living in Western Australia. Sr Roberta Hakendorf ibvm (Mother Roberta) – 70 Years Sr Roberta was born in Melbourne but attended school at Loreto Marryatville. She entered Loreto on the 11 February 1950. Sr Roberta has worked and lived in Portland, Albert Park, Normanhurst, St Mary’s Hall, Marryatville, Coorparoo and Kirribilli. She currently resides in Melbourne. Above: Therese Lechte and Margaret Burchell with communion veils. Below (L-R): Kathleen Brennan, Roberta Hakendorf, Christopher Neil, Patricia Ziebarth.

Sr Roberta has been a proponent of reform in the Church, as well an activist in justice issues. She was part of the Pine Gap protest in 1983.

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Sr Christopher Neil ibvm (Florence Neil) – 70 Years

Sr Patricia (Trish) Franklin ibvm AO – 50 years

Sr Christopher was born in Sydney and also entered religious life on 11 February 1950. She lived and worked at Ballarat, Nedlands, Portland, Toorak (1976-1980) and Kirribilli. Sr Patricia now lives in Sydney and ministered as a cook and teacher’s aid in Junior schools.

Born in Ballarat, Sr Trish entered Loreto on 15 February 1970. She has worked and lived in Blackburn, Marryatville, Nedlands, Normanhurst, Thailand, in the Kimberley and Vietnam. Sr Trish currently lives in Melbourne. She is well known and loved by many recent alumnae, as well as staff, who have been on the Vietnam Pilgrimage. Sr Trish worked in refugee camps in Thailand and Cambodia – Minors’ Refugee Centre. She founded Loreto Australia Vietnam Program (LVAP), now called Loreto Vietnam. She has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate from RMIT University, Vietnam; an Order of Australia AO; an Honorary Medal of Ho Chi Minh City; Ministry of Education Medal, Vietnam; Friendship Medal and the Vietnam Medal.

Sr Patricia Ziebarth ibvm (Mother Mark) – 70 Years Born in Albury NSW, Sr Patricia grew up on a property in Howlong NSW. She attended Loreto Toorak from 1942-1945 and was a Prefect. Sr Patricia entered Loreto on 26 April 1950 and was known as Sr Mark. As an art teacher she taught at Ballarat, Toorak (1958-1968, 1975), Coorparoo, Marryatville, and Portland. She now lives in Melbourne. Sr Margaret Burchell ibvm – 60 Years Sr Margaret was born in Donald, Victoria and entered Loreto on 28 February 1960. She was educated at Mary’s Mount Ballarat and was known as Sr Peter Claver. Sr Marg has lived and worked at Albert Park, Ballarat, Toorak (19691979), Coorparoo, Claremont, St Mary’s College, Marryatville, Nedlands and Normanhurst. She now lives in Melbourne. Sr Margaret has worked in Refugee Camps on the Thai Burma border and is a past Executive Officer of Mary Ward International Australia, as well as being a State Coordinator of Fair Wear Campaign and human rights activist.

Congratulations to these wonderful Mary Ward women who have dedicated their lives to God and the service of others. We celebrate their gift to the Church both here in Australia and around the world. In preparing this article, I am indebted to the Loreto Province Archivist, Robin Scott for her assistance in providing both biographical information and photographs. Above (L-R): Margaret Burchell, Therese Lechte, Margaret Callaghan, Trish Franklin. Below: Patricia Ziebarth, 1961.

Sr Therese Lechte ibvm – 60 Years Born in Melbourne, Sr Therese was educated at Mary’s Mount, Ballarat. She also entered Loreto on 28 February 1960. Sr Therese’s ministry as a religious sister has taken her to Ballarat, Coorparoo, Toorak (1971-1974), Normanhurst, Blackburn, Albert Park and St Mary’s College. Sr Therese now lives in Melbourne. A musician, Sr Therese played both violin and cello. Sr Margaret Callaghan ibvm – 50 years Sr Margaret was born in Sydney and attended Loreto Kirribilli. She entered Loreto on 3 February 1970. She has lived and worked at Normanhurst, Marryatville, Ballarat, Toorak (19881992 – where she was Religious Education Coordinator and a part of the Bicentenary Tour to Central Australia), Blackburn, Albert Park, Kirribilli and Vietnam. Sr Margaret currently lives in Vietnam. Previously has been Province Bursar and Secretary to the Loreto Sisters Province.

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SOCIAL JUSTICE

With Knowledge Comes Hope MWIA Project Update: India

The Loreto Sisters of the Province of South Asia first landed on Indian soil 178 years ago. Today, these intrepid Mary Ward women continue to touch the lives of those in difficult situations, including reaching those in need in formal and informal academic settings, in the ‘red light’ areas and on the streets and in the slums.

MWIA is proud to partner with and support the Kolkata Mary Ward Social Centre (KMWSC), established by the Loreto Sisters to deliver life changing programs to women, children and families in need. KMWSC recently launched three new programs to mark its fifth anniversary. • The Sanitary Pad Initiative • The Child Rights and Protection Program (supported by Caritas India) • The Legal Aid Program The National University of Juridical Sciences (NUJS) in India is collaborating with KMWSC to implement The Legal Aid Program, by having students of the law school visit the districts of Bengal. “When we work in the community, we have seen 32

that villagers have little or no knowledge about the law and are often exploited. On many occasions if someone is missing, they do not even report it to the police,” said Director of KMWSC, Loreto Sister Monica Suchiang. NUJS will provide the community with much needed practical legal knowledge. The KMWSC in association with Saint Ignatius’ College Riverview launched The Sanitary Pad Initiative to produce sanitary towels for marginalized women in society. The idea occurred to Sister Monica after having listened to the stories of the female workers in a brothel. She asked them – “What makes you happy?”. One of the women replied: “We are happy for the three days when we have our period…these are the days when I don’t have to entertain clients.” Machines will produce sanitary towels and assist the girls with their hygiene needs, helping to alleviate everyday pressures.

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MWIA directly supports KMWSC to facilitate open air schools for migrant children living in brickfields on the outskirts of Kolkata. There is no education within the brickfields, except in the schools run by KMWSC. Currently 15 schools are in operation and school enrolments have increased from 509 children in 2018 to 778 children in 2019. Health programs, free check-ups and medication are administered to all children and adult workers who seek treatment. 651 migrant labourers received health consultations and free medicine over the last year. All students who stay and complete the school day are provided with nutritious food. The new Child Rights and Protection Program helps to further educate children and their families about child rights, the potential risk of child trafficking, early marriage, and the consequences child labour. Former Loreto South Asia Province Leader and President of the centre, Sister Anita Braganza, reflected on the fifth anniversary: “Our hope is that this work will continue. As it does, it is not about us being the powerful ones helping others. I believe this work is about us being transformed. It’s about the Loreto sisters being transformed, it’s about our hearts being touched who work with KMWSC in whatever capacity. If we are touched that’s part of the success”. MWIA echoes the words of Sister Anita and hopes you will continue to be touched and moved to partner with us in continuing this good work.

Top: A gathering at the Kolkata Mary Ward Social Centre. Above: Nutritious food provided to all students who stay and complete the day.

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Music News

A New Era for Music Education It is a very interesting time to be a musician. Confined to home with all performance venues closed, with what should be all the time in the world to practise, yet so much on our minds that it often seems hard to find the motivation to even get started.

These programs gave the Ensemble Directors the feedback and student recordings required to know what the next steps are in progressing the development of the whole ensemble and each individual player. Many of the same solo performance opportunities still took place, including the prestigious Oak Parlour and Rathfarnham Recitals, in the new format of dedicated Music Performance Channels in Microsoft Teams. New initiatives like the themed

One of the most pleasing things to witness has been the simple understanding that music has the power to allow the performer, composer, teacher and listener to transcend their current situation. Thankfully, the wonderful music staff and students at Loreto Toorak have found the secret to breaking the isolation, thriving in their music-making pursuits as part of the ever-increasing and engaging online music community. Thanks to the amazing music staff, students and, in particular, parents at Loreto Toorak, almost all of the 450 individual instrumental music lessons and 28 ensembles that occur each week for students from Preparatory to Year 12 successfully migrated online in a new and exciting era for music education. All of the ensembles have taken this opportunity to trial new methods and platforms that allowed the students to continue playing in an ensemble setting while away from campus. These platforms allowed students to read, compose, and playback much of the music they were already working on in Term 1 rehearsals, with the added bonus of a real-time assessment and feedback as to what students can improve upon for the next playing. 34

Weekly Performance Challenges allowed students to break away from their regular learning and record a video of themselves playing a piece of their choosing to fit the theme. These channels allowed students to continue their musical development and performance confidence while supporting their peers to break the isolation. While the necessary shift to pursuing music education through these brilliant new technologies has been extremely innovative and successful, one of the most pleasing things to witness was the simple understanding that music has the power to allow the performer, composer, teacher and listener to transcend their current situation. It is for this reason that Music has continued to thrive during the COVID-19 school isolation, just as it was when students were on campus. Music has given students and their teachers a way to break the isolation and come together to create, hone, and perfect something that is so special to each of them.

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Opposite: Emma Morrison (Bassoon Teacher), Jennifer Eury (Clarinet Teacher). Top: Oscar Woinarski (Cello Teacher), Diana Simpson (Voice Teacher), Maria Gottoli (Year 11) Middle: Melanie Adams (Voice Teacher), Camilla Martin (Violin Teacher) Bottom: Lauren Onions (Year 7), Madeleine BarÃ© (Year 7), Millicent Ireland (Year 6)

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Performing Arts News

Performing Arts Festival With great joy and excitement, we celebrated our 2020 Performing Arts Festival on Thursday 20 February at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. In what is a renowned and long-standing school tradition, the Performing Arts Festival brings together the Loreto Toorak school community in showcasing the outstanding display of dance, drama, production, design, instrumental and choral elements, created solely by our talented students. Whilst all our students, in every capacity of involvement, deserve our heart warming congratulations and applause for their efforts, we particularly acknowledge the winning Houses and their Leaders in each of the individual sections, and our overall Performing Arts Festival winning House for this year; Ward. Choral - Ward

Leaders: Elizabeth Ives, Ashlea Rigney

Drama - Mulhall

Leaders: Paige Kokoras, Eliza Simpson

Design - Ward

Leaders: Amelie Edwards, Tia Fargher, Indi Japp, Clotilde Latour, Charlee Martin, Chloe Sinclair, Elizabeth Sutton

Instrumental - Barry

Leader: Sophie Nguyen

Production - Mornane

Leaders: Carli Kendall, Athena Yin

Choreography - Mulhall Leaders: Isabella Cortez, Sarah Costa, Grace Strong, McKenzie Venus Right: PAF Section Winners, Choreography, Production, Drama, Instrumental, Design. Absent: Choral.

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Sport News

GSV Swimming & Diving The 2020 GSV Swimming season, albeit shorter than usual, was as exciting and passionate as ever, with impressive efforts and enthusiasm shown by all 70 swimmers. The participation in early morning training sessions developed stroke technique, power and aerobic fitness. Eagerness filled the pool at the weekly PB meets, which allowed students to practise in a racing environment and refine their skills. This excellence in training was just one part of the reason that led the team to secure first place in the Preliminary Carnival and a win in all age groups. The Diving Team, captained by Mercedes Purcell (Year 12), also accomplished an impressive feat, winning the Preliminary Diving Carnival. The teams qualified for the Division 1 Championship 38

Carnival and although were not able to compete, we are sure that the girls would have done us proud, never failing to do their best and show the true Loreto Toorak sporting spirit. Our swimming success was also evident in the Victorian All Schools Relay Championship event, where 37 of our athletes performed exceptionally well in the relays of all four strokes as well as the medley. The outstanding races from every swimmer put Loreto Toorak in second place in the girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; division, which amongst extremely tough competition from all over the state, was an excellent achievement. Above: Swim Team at the Victorian All Schools Relay Championship event.

MADELEINE HOOKER AND ALEXANDRA RAPKINS SWIMMING CAPTAINS

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GSV Triathlon

GirlSail

Triathlon is always an enjoyable sport to train, with weekly sessions taking place at Elwood beach. Students learn skills such as beach running, flags, wading and swimming.

We congratulate the six students from Loreto Toorak who participated in the annual GirlSail Sailing event, competing against the state at Daveyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bay, Mount Eliza. It was an enjoyable day on the bay for the regatta, where the sailing teams of two worked together, along with a skipper and a crew, which emphasised the need for communication and teamwork. The girls sailed in a Pacer boat over three heats in different fleets. It was wonderful to see our excellent sailors representing Loreto Toorak at their chosen sport.

Over 120 students were able to compete at the GSV Triathlon event at Altona beach, and it was impressive to see so many girls excited to swim, ride and run. Students competed in team sections, where they completed one leg of the event for their team or the full individual triathlon. Loreto Toorak achieved great success and were awarded the overall premier team of the event, with eight medals won. The Triathlon team was captained by Gretel McKenzie and Ruby Richardson (Year 12).

Below: Natalie Gleeson (Year 7), Angelique Gleeson (Year 10), Hayley Archer (Year 9), Claudia McMahon (Year 9)

JENNA WARD HEAD OF SPORT

Above: GSV Triathlon team, at Altona beach.

SPORT NEWS

2019/2020 Rowing Season

Celebrating with Positivity in the Face of Disappointment The 2019/20 Rowing season came to an abrupt halt on 13 March 2020. The COVID-19 virus that swept across the world ended the Head of Schoolgirls Regatta, with the Australian National Championships also cancelled two days later. Although it was a disappointing end to the season for our rowers, it does not take away from a season filled with positivity, achievement and so many great memories. Year 9 Rowing Program

Year 10 Rowing Program

The Loreto Toorak Year 9 Rowing program is the largest single cohort in Australian schoolgirl rowing. For the more than 90 girls that commenced their first rowing season at the beginning of Term 4 2019, this season was one full of new experiences. As the season progressed, new personal bests were set and the cohort developed momentum, building on their success of gold in the first regatta of Term 1, through to a dominant position on the Friday of Head of Schoolgirls with 13 wins from 14 races; the most of any school.

The Year 10 program continued to build on the work the athletes had completed in Year 9, with almost 50 eager, competitive and resilient girls working hard since Term 3 2019. As the season continued, there were many challenges along the way; the first 2K ergo, competition for places, and tough racing on the Barwon and the Yarra, but each time the Year 10 squad was faced with a challenge, they found a way to overcome it. The girls showed their courage and sincerity as they set new school records on the ergo, built their competitiveness throughout the term, including winning the Year 10 medal tally at the Victorian State Championships, and arrived in peak physical condition ready for the Head of Schoolgirls Regatta.

We congratulate to our Year 9 Rowing squad for their effort, accomplishment and development across the season. The future of Loreto Toorak Rowing is in great hands.

Although there were only nine seats available for the Baby VIII, the competition for places meant that it was one of the best U17 crews in the country. The crew won a fiercely contested silver medal at the NSW State Championships which was an exciting prelude to the National Championships. The Year 10 squad should be justifiably proud of their effort, their commitment and their sincerity. We are all so proud of what our girls achieved this season, and their journey in the Learn to Row program, through until today. We hope that they take all the wonderful, positive work they have done and continue to strive for success. They are well prepared for our Seniors Rowing program and should be encouraged not to let anything stop them from achieving their dreams.

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Senior Rowing Program To row as part of the Senior program at Loreto Toorak is a formidable achievement. It requires a commitment over several years and a willingness to work hard to achieve success. Fresh from the Schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first ever Henley Regatta campaign, a tough, determined squad of rowers began their training in the cold, winter mornings of July and August last year. The Senior squad travelled far and wide, from the pre-season camp at Lake Dewar, to the December camp in Johnsonville in East Gippsland, and the ever-anticipated January camp in the picturesque surrounds of Lake Barrington, Tasmania. Along the journey were many miles on water, hours refining technique, building physical capacity and learning to work seamlessly in the Eights. The Senior Rowing squad began their campaign with the Melbourne Head Regatta in November 2019, with an incredibly strong performance that set the tone for the competitiveness of the crews throughout the season. Loreto Toorak returned from the Tasmanian State Pennant Regatta in January with four gold medals, including a clean sweep of wins in the Schoolgirl, U19 and U21 VIIIs. This was continued at the NSW and Victorian State Championships with strong performances and medals in preparation for the Head of Schoolgirls Regatta. Although racing only proceeded as far as the Friday in the Regatta, all Senior VIII crews were on track to qualify for the A-Final, with podium finishes a very realistic prospect for all boats. For the Year 12s, who have raced their last race for Loreto Toorak, we offer sincere thanks for your years of service. The life skills and lessons you have learnt from your time in a boat will stand you in good stead through the present uncertainty, and all the future currents and rips that life may present. The memories and relationships you have built will last a lifetime. For the rowers who come after, you have left the legacy of a club that is stronger and prouder because you were part of it. SAM DUTNEY HEAD OF ROWING 41

STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS

Charlotte Cutts

Clare Tuckwell

Isabella McGregor

We congratulate Charlotte Cutts (Year 9) who was again selected as a ball-kid in the 2020 Australian Open. Chosen from over 3500 children, Charlotte trained for the Australian Open since last March. Charlotte had the opportunity to be a ball-kid on centre court, and was lucky to meet Scott Morrison, Dylan Alcott and many other wonderful tennis players.

Congratulations to Clare Tuckwell (Year 8) who was the Loreto Toorak recipient of the 2019 Higgins Medal, in recognition of her outstanding school and community involvement. Clare received her award from Dr Katie Allen MP (Member for Higgins) at a ceremony. Congratulations Clare!

We proudly celebrate the achievements of Isabella McGregor (Year 11) who was recently awarded her Black Belt third stripe in Taekwondo; an internationally recognised Kukkiwon certificate from Seoul, Korea. Congratulations Isabella!

Cleo Richardson

Bridie Hill

Orla Shackcloth

Congratulations to Cleo Richardson (Year 8) who won bronze in the Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s U15 1500m at the Athletics Victoria State Track and Field Championships, held at MSAC in March. Cleo ran a personal best time of 4:52. Great effort Cleo!

Congratulations to Bridie Hill (Year 9) who competed in the 2XU Triathlon Race 4 Elwood, placing second in the Female Youth division.

We are thrilled to applaud Orla Shackcloth (Year 8) who qualified for State Athletics Championships after placing in the top five at the Regional Little Athletics in the 800m, 200m hurdles, triple jump and 1500m.

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Lauren McGarry

Jazmine Lam

Georgie Dole

Congratulations to Lauren McGarry (Year 9) who won gold in the Women’s Hammer Throw (3kg) U16 at the Athletics Victoria State Track and Field Championships, held at MSAC in March. Lauren threw an incredible 45m to clinch the gold medal, over her nearest rival.

Congratulations to Jazmine Lam (Year 9) who was selected to be part of the 2020 Badminton Australia Junior High-Performance Program, as an U15 National Squad member. As part of the JHP program, Jazmine has the opportunity to participate in a number of international badminton events. We wish Jazmine well on her Badminton journey.

Senior Politics students attended a live recording of ABC’s Q&A on the topic of Australia’s national identity and participated in an important discussion around gender based violence, treatment of aboriginal people and what it means to be Australian. Georgie Dole (Year 11) articulated a thought provoking question to the panel around these difficult topics.

Eleanor McFarlane

Flora Kelly

Sophie Varis

Congratulations to Eleanor McFarlane (Year 12) who won gold in the Women’s U20 High Jump at the Athletics Victoria State Track and Field Championships, held at MSAC in March. Eleanor jumped an astounding 163cm.

We are delighted to celebrate the achievements of Flora Kelly (Year 12), who was awarded The National Gallery Victoria Award for Creativity – Secondary category for her wonderful artwork Urban Landscape. Flora won a family pass to the NGV for their Melbourne Winter Masterpieces exhibition.

We applaud Sophie Varis (Year 10) who has been selected by Gymnastics Australia to compete in the Aerobic Gymnastics World Age Group Championships in the Age Group 2 Trio Division. The competition has been postponed until 2021 but will take place at Baku, Azerbaijan.

Community

Creating Community From the Engagement Office

School Cocktail Party The evening of Friday 14 February brought a deluge of biblical proportions to Toorak. However, this did not deter the 1000 plus Loreto Toorak parents who braved the inclement weather to attend the 2020 opening Cocktail Party. Winifred Square, the Crescent Theatre and the Gallery of the Mandeville Centre were packed to overflowing by the throng.

Although somewhat constrained in space by the rain, there was a general air of positivity and celebration in the crowd as parents connected and networked, some for the very first time, some at the end of their Loreto Toorak school journey. There were many compliments to our Sodexo staff for the excellent canapés produced in generous quantities from our brand new Café Mandeville kitchen. Parents were treated to a video preview of the new St George’s development, including a virtual walk-through delivered by the magic of technology.

Lunar New Year Celebrations School families from a variety of cultural backgrounds gathered to celebrate the Lunar New Year of the Rat on the evening of Friday 21 February. Guests gathered for dumplings and bao buns under Winifred Square. Lion dancers abruptly hurtled out of the Mandeville Centre; the delight in this noisy, colourful performance was evident of the faces of adults and children alike, even if some had their fingers in their ears against the clanging cymbals and beating drums! Dinner was served in the Crescent Theatre which was transformed into a wonderland of lanterns, parasols and decorations in red and gold. Grace was said in Chinese, Vietnamese and English. We were particularly honoured to have Sr Trish Franklin ibvm AO, recite Grace in Vietnamese. A presentation was made to Sr Trish who celebrated her Golden Jubilee of Profession. The food was excellent with a variety of Asian dishes, including ginger barramundi and the ever-popular beef with blackbean. Custard tarts and fortune cookies completed the menu.

Oration Series: International Women’s Day A large group of parents, students and staff, undaunted by the early start, packed the Lecture Theatre for the annual International Women’s Day Oration on the morning of Friday 6 March. Fortified by coffee and a delicious breakfast-in-a-box, the audience was inspired and entertained in equal measure by the presentation given by alumna Mary Muirhead OAM BVSc. Mary addressed the International Women’s Day theme #EachForEqual by describing her work with the Learning for Life Autism Centre, a not-for-profit organisation she set up to help children with autism achieve their full potential. She touched her listeners with her belief in enabling every child to thrive in their uniqueness and diversity. 44

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Parents’ Association Tennis Day Royal South Yarra Lawn Tennis Club played host to 90 Loreto Toorak tennis enthusiasts on Thursday 27 February. Cardio Tennis was particularly popular with the attendees, although there was still plenty of traditional tennis played. Lunch was welcome after the morning’s exertions and it was wonderful to have non-tennis players join the group for the meal. Our grateful thanks to the organising committee of Angela Catalfamo, Nardine Bamford and Jo Evans. We particularly acknowledge Angela, who after seven years as Convenor of this function, is this year resigning from the position, as her daughter Natalie is now in Year 12.

Ensemble Cocktail Party No musical instruments were required for a new initiative in 2020, the Ensemble Cocktail Party, which reunited the past parents of Loreto Toorak music students for refreshments in Mandeville Hall Mansion on the evening of Thursday 27 February. Downtime Jazz Trio created a relaxed, convivial atmosphere in the foyer as drinks and canapés were served. Formalities were few, but guests were welcomed by Principal, Dr Susan Stevens and addressed by David George, Director of Music. The enthusiastic group resolved to grow the event and make it a permanent fixture on the Loreto Toorak calendar.

Royal Club Cocktail Party Past parents of Loreto Toorak rowers gathered for the annual Royal Club Cocktail Evening on Monday 2 March. They were joined by the members of the 2020 Blazer Squad and their parents, along with staff. The event, now in it’s third year, took place in the Gallery of the Mandeville Centre. Guests circulated around the gleaming new boat which took pride of place, running almost the entire length of the Gallery. A jazz trio set the mood and, as has come to be expected at such events, refreshments were excellent and plentiful. Head of Rowing, Sam Dutney introduced our First Eight and additional Year 12 Blazer Squad members and the Coach of the First Eight, Mitchell Nelson. Captains of Boats, Katerina Bitzios and Anneka Davys then addressed the gathering. The event was rounded out with a toast to the departing Head of the Schoolgirls crew, offered by past President, Stephen Rosengren: “One Team One Dream, Row Well and Row Hard!” Guests left with the 2020 Rowing Record booklet and Royal Club cap.

Federation Postponed Until 2021 Given the COVID-19 pandemic, the Loreto Federation Organising Committee wishes to inform our community of the decision to postpone Loreto Federation, originally scheduled for October this year at Loreto Marryatville, until 2021. The Committee will continue to monitor official public health advice and will provide updates regarding the new details of the event as they occur. We thank the Loreto community for their understanding in these trying and difficult times. If you have any queries, please contact: Simone Anderson: Federation Organising Committee President loretofederation2020@gmail.com 45

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Diamond Luncheons This year we celebrated an extraordinarily special Diamond Luncheon, bringing together alumnae from the Class of 1938 to the Class of 1960. 07

Gathering in the Mansion on Monday 24 and Tuesday 25 February, we welcomed the Class of 1960 for the first time and what fun they were! Thanks to the many ladies from that year who made the trip from far and wide to be part of it. The warm greeting for our guests by Years 7 and 8 students was a beautiful way to commence the day. We began our formalities in the Chapel of Christ the King with much laughter and singing of Queen of Loreto with gusto. Years 5 and 6 students, Zoe Bremner, Gigi McCorkell, Allegra Gattino and Violet Spence, offered reflections on their time at Loreto Toorak. We were once again blessed by the talent of our musicians with Mikayla Fitzgerald (Year 9) singing Someone Like You from Jekyll and Hyde, and flautist Prairie Koh (Year 5) playing Movements 1, 2 and 5 from Five Short Pieces Op.39 by Jules Mouquet, arr. Robert Cavally.

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A highlight, and one of the most significant aspects of the day, was the attendance of some of our oldest living alumnae, with more than 10 ladies aged 90 and over celebrating with us, some travelling from interstate. Their genuine affection for one another, remarkable memories of their time at school and love of Loreto were a true gift, relished by all who attended. Posies of flowers were presented to all ladies celebrating significant birthdays of age 80 or more, these being delightfully received by their recipients. 01 Susie Hoppe (1960), Mary Johnson (King, 1960) 02 Ann Heath (Brenan, 1946), Helen Marron (Healy, 1942) 03 Sr Helen Murphy ibvm (1960), Jeannette (Netty) Hayden (Fakhry, 1960) 04 Pat Sheehan (Dunlevie, 1948), Judy Feery (Cahir, 1948) 05 Margaret Wrigley (Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Grady, 1946), Elizabeth Callanan (Healy, 1946) 06 Diane Grogan (Holmberg, 1951), Judy Curtain (McNamara, 1950), Marie Leonard (Clausen, 1950) 07 Barbara Flynn (Johnston, 1960), Maria Brownell (Lightfoot, 1960) 08 Ann Brownell (Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Rorke, 1960), Virginia Ellis (Glover, 1960) 09 Christine Day (Acton, 1957), Diana Lowe (Bowen, 1956) 10 Denise van Baer (Molloy, 1952), Helen McLean (Cahir,

1951), Geraldine Russell (Ryan, 1952) 11 Mary Ann Willis (Dwyer, 1952), Moya Oliphant (Cullity, 1951), Elizabeth Coleman (Edgar, 1952) 12 Joan Burne (Roberts, 1941) 13 Judy Pool (Leonard, 1948), Ann De Castella (Hall, 1949), Pat Burke (Campbell, 1949) 14 Gillian Dickson (Anderson, 1960) 15 Joy Hanrahan (McDonald, 1955) 16 Angela Drever (Rush, 1955), Adrienne Hede (McKenzie, 1954), Marguerite Ryan, (Davis, 1954) 17 Susie de Mornement (1960) 18 June McCann (Shelton, 1942), Wilma McCoy (Jorgensen, 1943), Joan Burne (Roberts, 1941), Pamela Nicholls (Corben, 1941), Nancye Best (Donovan, 1938) 19 Diana Garretty (King, 1957), Maree Ahearn (Barry, 1957)

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Reunions It has been unfortunate that our Class Reunions scheduled for this year have been unable to be held because of COVID-19. However, we did enjoy celebrating the Adelaide Reunion on Friday 28 February 2020, prior to the physical distancing and isolation measures introduced. (L-R): Megan Carter (Walters, 1999), Brigitte-Jane Ryan (2001), Meg Riley (Gerke, 1966), Dr Adele Feakes (1978), Lauren-Jade Ryan (2000), Maree Giuliano (Wood, 1977), Dr Susan Stevens.

Love in the Time of Corona – A Wedding Story We are certainly living in crazy times during this Coronavirus pandemic. For alumna Sarah Vanderkley (2009) and her fiancé Nick Cosgrave, Coronavirus was about to make their lives a lot crazier, in a good way, as they planned their wedding this March. The big day was set to be Saturday 28 March and Sarah and Nick had already been making changes to their plans to accommodate the increasingly strict rules relating to gatherings and social distancing. However, on Wednesday 25 March they became aware that new, even stricter regulations would come into place at midnight. What was to be done? Cancel? Postpone? No, they decided to get married that evening! At 9.00am they made the decision and gave themselves 10 hours to pull together their wedding for that same day! They had already scheduled a wedding rehearsal that night, so the venue, the priest, their bridal party and families were free. With incredible support from their families, bridal party, Father Tom Renshaw and the Carmelite Monastery, they were able to pull together a beautiful ceremony and then had a small party to close out the night. Everyone was thrilled that Sarah and Nick were able to sneak in a wedding before it became nearly impossible to get married. A special detail of the ceremony was that Nick had secretly organised for their friends who had been asked to read a Prayer of the Faithful to record their prayers and these were played through the microphone in the monastery - it was a wonderful surprise to still have them a part of the ceremony even though they weren't physically there! On 27 March 2021, Sarah and Nick will be celebrating with their broader friends and family for a renewal of their vows and finally, a wedding reception. Wedding days are

of course among the most memorable days of our lives, but this one will have an extra special story for Sarah and Nick to remember in the years to come. We thank Sarah and Nick for sharing this good news story and wish them happiness in their married life.

Amendment Following additional information received, please find an update to the photo caption from the article, Generations of Mary Ward Women with Jane Laidley Nathan (Willis, 1967), presented in the 2019 Mandevillian, vol 34, no 2. Back (L-R): Irene Sullivan (Dunlea, 1937), Margaret Willis (Daly, 1938), Joan Waters (Trinca, 1937), Yvonne McCardel (Wearne, 1938), Gloria O’Grady (Keely, 1938). Front (L-R): Margaret Haslett (1938), Phyllis O’Rorke (Wearne, 1937), Unknown.

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Loreto Toorak Alumnae International Worldwide Chapters

Loreto Toorak alumnae live, work and travel in many different parts of the world and as a result, Loreto Toorak Alumnae International (LTAI) has been formed, with Chapters in Brisbane, Adelaide, London, New York, Hong Kong and Singapore already established.

Further Chapters will be opened in Perth and Sydney, with the existing Melbourne Past Pupilsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Association continuing to function and develop in close partnership with LTAI and the many school-based alumnae programs.

We are delighted to announce the following Chapter Heads:

Chapter Heads have already been appointed, with some still yet to be finalised given the COVID-19 restrictions. These appointments reflect the individualâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s support of Loreto Toorak over a period of many years, their ability to manage a network of contacts for professional and social purposes, and a willingness to embrace Loreto Toorak alumnae in the region.

London Vanessa Groom (2005)

Adelaide Dr Adele Feakes (1978)

New York Lisa Donohoe (2003)

Should you be living outside of Australia or in one of these cities and have yet to let us know, please get in touch so we can link you with one of our Chapter Heads and other Loreto Toorak alumnae in the region.

Hong Kong Sara Brookes (Lynch, 1997) Singapore Francine Bedford (1989)

London

New York Hong Kong

Singapore

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The Gift of a Loreto Education Judith (Judy) Murray (1952)

place where Hannibal had battled with the Roman army. Judy received a reply from Mother Brigid who was delighted to have heard from Judy and told her that she had read the letter to her then current ancient history class.” Judy remained in London for the rest of her life. She worked as a Personal Assistant to numerous Members of Parliament, a job she loved and treasured. By this stage she knew her love of all things English would keep her in the UK. Although Judy was a private person, the Houses of Parliament were her public stage upon which she conducted her career and public life. She was a socialist and served a number of labour MPs in her long career in Westminster. With her vast knowledge of parliamentary life, procedures and her very acute nuance of the political landscape in the House, she was a great asset to all her MPs. Judy continued to travel and enjoy the arts in London and Europe. She opened her door to many Loreto alumnae in their travels to London and her tour through the Houses of Parliament was legendary to all who accompanied her. Judy died in London in January 2018 at the age of 83.

Earlier this year, we received a phone call from Helen Murray, niece of Loreto Toorak alumna Judith (Judy) Murray (1952), notifying us that a portion of her aunt’s estate would be gifted to the School for our Bursary Fund, Give a Girl a Dream. As Helen shared, “it is only fitting that monies from Judy’s estate be bequeathed to Loreto, a place where Judy started her wonderful journey of her life of learning.” Judy Murray left her birthplace of Daylesford after World War II to complete her education at Loreto Toorak, where she made lifelong friends and enjoyed some of the best days of her life. She continued to have contact with the School throughout her life. Judy spoke of her days at Mandeville Hall with joy and a love of learning, especially the arts, History and English. After completing Year 12, Judy commenced law school at the University of Melbourne.

Loreto Toorak was heartened by Judy’s lifelong connection to her school and her resulting legacy in assisting future students to obtain a Loreto education. We would have loved to have had the opportunity to thank her personally. If you too are interested in assisting the School with its commitment to opening wide the gates to a transformative education by way of planned giving or bequests, please contact us at the details below. Above: Judith Murray (1952), Denise van Baer (Molloy, 1952), Gillian O’Loghlin (Goulding, 1952), Serita Frederico,(1952), Mary Clatworthy (Byrne, 1952). Below: Judy Murray at Phillip Island, January 2002

She left Melbourne in 1960 and spent six weeks on a boat to Europe with her friend Denise Van Baer, also a Loreto Toorak alumna. Denise remembers Judy as a wonderful travel partner with many memorable adventures: “While travelling through Italy we were passing Lake Trasimene when Judy suddenly exclaimed, “this is where Hannibal came with his elephants”. Judy had studied ancient history with Mother Brigid. She was so excited to be in a place which she had learnt about at school. She wrote to Mother Brigid telling her about this incident and her thrill at actually seeing the

Louise McNamara (Whelan, 1982), Engagement Officer – Bequests and Endowments louise.mcnamara@loretotoorak.vic.edu.au +61 3 9823 8149 50

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Generations of Mary Ward Women Elizabeth Mary Cussen Negline (Sprigg, 1944) In the Rathfarnham playground, at the beginning of the 2013 school year, two Year 5 girls learned that they were cousins. Amy Cussen and Assa (Alessandra) Negline have remained friends and are presently two of our Year 12 students. Their great-great-grandfathers, Sir Leo Cussen and John Finn Cussen, were brothers. Leo and John’s youngest sisters both became Loreto nuns – Mother Teresa (Daisy Cussen) and Mother Columbiere (Cassie Cussen). Daisy Cussen, as a student at Loreto Mary’s Mount, was commended for her support of the intellectual training of girls, as opposed to ordinary duties. An article she wrote concluded; “No nation ever yet was great whose women did not glory in its greatness”. John Cussen’s daughter, Margaret, attended Loreto Albert Park and married James Sprigg. They had three daughters, Margaret, Mary and Elizabeth, who all attended Loreto Toorak. The extended family is firmly entrenched in the wider Loreto community around Australia, including Loreto Claremont, Loreto Normanhurst and Loreto Kirribilli. Elizabeth Mary Cussen Negline had one daughter and six sons – one of whom is Peter Negline, husband of Maria and current parent to Moira (2018), Assa (Year 12) and Elizabeth (Year 10). Elizabeth Mary Cussen Negline is also the first cousin of Francesca Shelton (Cash, 1955), who is the daughter of Rene Cussen, youngest sister of Margaret Cussen (Peter’s grandmother). Francesca is the mother of Margaret Kennedy (Shelton, 1984), Caroline Kennedy (1985) and grandmother to Katherine Kennedy (2015).

Sadly, on 16 March 2020, Elizabeth Mary Cussen Negline died; Queen of Loreto was played at Elizabeth’s Requiem Mass at St Patrick’s Cathedral. Beautiful tales of her school days at Loreto Toorak have been shared with her granddaughters. ‘Nana’, as she is fondly remembered, always loved telling her granddaughters about the green verandah and how the nuns used to clean it with water from tea leaves. She also recalled the time when the School sheltered Aboriginal children during World War II and were looked after by the nuns for a while. The girls used to hear Nana talk about the school uniform; gloves, pinafores to protect the uniform (as it was originally made of silk material), and shoes that were strictly for indoors only. It was the responsibility of the Prefects of the School to check that the students’ uniforms were in order. Elizabeth loved playing tennis for the School; her sister Mary was also a very good tennis player and both played at the School a lot. There were also stories about horse-back riding. She was very fond of the productions that the School performed. One in particular was Still Life, where the students recreated scenes from famous paintings or plays. Her oldest sister received the Spirit Award and she was very proud to remind listeners that only one student is awarded every year. The Cussen-Sprigg-Negline family is one of our Loreto historical treasures. The current members of the family represent a Loreto connection of many generations. In faith, sport, arts and spirit, as Loreto Sisters, parents and students they have celebrated their Loreto education and become part of a living history which we hope will continue for generations to come. Above: Elizabeth Mary Cussen Negline (Sprigg, 1944) holding a photo of her sister Mary O’Connor (dec) (Sprigg, 1938), Josephine Powick (Cashmore, 1957) holding a photo of her mother Margaret Cashmore (dec) (Sprigg, 1935). Elizabeth Negline (Year 10), Moira Negline (2018), Assa (Alessandra) Negline (Year 12). Left: (Middle row, far right) Elizabeth Mary Cussen Negline.

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Where Are They Now?

MADDIE BROWN

CLASS OF 2004

Maddie loved her time as a student of Loreto Toorak and in particular, many of the co-curricular activities alongside the academics. Along with Maths, Drama was Maddieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favourite subject and being able to perform in the PAF and other productions were definitely highlights of her time. The Division 1 GSV Waterpolo win in Year 12 also sticks out in her mind. Following her time at school, Maddie undertook a Bachelor of Science (Honours) at the University of Melbourne, majoring in Geology, and continuing on to submit her thesis on paleoclimates. In her career, Maddie has travelled to Vancouver, Canada on exchange and completed fieldwork across many regions in Victoria. Currently, Maddie is working on her PhD, researching how vegetation stabilises foredunes on beaches, and how this will change with sea-level rise. Her work has taken her to Dunedin, New Zealand, where she is based for the next few years whilst completing fieldwork on Stewart Island and her PhD. Highlights of her career so far include the opportunity to participate in the CAPSTAN program during her undergraduate degree, where 20 young scientists had berth on a voyage on board the CSIRO RV Investigator. Maddie and her travel companions journeyed from Hobart to Fremantle across 10 days exploring aspects and methods of marine science and how to effectively communicate their science to the public. Maddie is nervous but excited about the forthcoming work on her PhD which will see her investigate how climate research will continue to be a forefront in society and explore how scientists can work together towards solutions for the issues we all will continue to face. In her spare time, Maddie can be seen playing Waterpolo and enjoying karaoke nights. Maddie attests that her Loreto Toorak education filled her with the confidence and tenacity to pursue research, even when questioned because of her gender. The confidence instilled in her assists her every day to be curious and to build upon current knowledge and improve it for the future. 52

VIRGINIA FARLEY

CLASS OF 1973

Virginia looks back on her time at school with fond memories and is honoured to be part of the lineage of the Farley family and Loreto history, dating back to the 1920s, with two of her aunties joining the Loreto Order. Virginia and her family lived on a rural property near Heathcote in Central Victoria. The youngest of six, Virginia started boarding at the age of 12. She remembers her boarding group and the wonderful friendships and memories. She especially remembers Sr Jennifer Collins with her delightful sense of humour and the other nuns as being wonderful mentors. After completing school, Virginia commenced a nursing career at St Vincentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital, following in the footsteps of her mother and two older sisters, Gabrielle and Rosemarie. Whilst nursing, she was encouraged to enrol in an art class, a long time passion. Virginia retired from nursing after 30 years, having built up her experience and love of painting, winning several art awards and hosting exhibitions. One of her career highlights was being selected as a finalist in the 2011 Inglis Equine Art Competition. She and her husband David flew to Sydney to meet Gai Waterhouse at Randwick Racecourse. Virginia now lives on a sheep and cropping property in Western Victoria with her husband. She has loved returning to the land and being surrounded and inspired by the animals, as she goes on her daily walks with the dogs. She believes that sheep, like people, have personalities, which she loves to capture on canvas with explosive colour. Last year Virginia and David visited South Africa which had a huge effect on her, as she fell in love with the animals, which took her art in a new direction. In her spare time, Virginia enjoys tennis, rowing, music, yoga, gardening, farming and family and the occasional live show in Melbourne. Virginia believes her Loreto Toorak education is one of the most valuable experiences of her life, with a high standard of education, values and wonderful friendships. She realises how fortunate and privileged she is for the wonderful opportunity which has brought such fantastic memories.

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FRANCES GRIMES (O’NEILL)

CLASS OF 1978

Fran remembers the commute from Sandringham to Toorak every day as formative in the friendships made. Her involvement in athletics and netball occupied her lunchtimes. Fran enjoyed the Stranger Camps (come as strangers, leave as friends) and appreciated teachers such as Sr Deirdre Rofe, Mother Beatrice who honed her writing skills, Sr Elizabeth Donnan who patiently taught her Mathematics and Physics and Mrs Neill who inspired her love of anatomy. After leaving school, Fran studied Medicine at Monash University and was invited back to be on the Loreto Advisory Board. She also spoke to Year 12 students at retreats and seminars about her strong faith and where God was leading her in life. In 1997 Fran was working as a doctor in Westgate Baptist Community and was also part of the church leadership, and later at Foster Medical Centre as a General Practitioner. In 2010 Fran spent a year discerning a call to ordained ministry, becoming a deacon in 2012 then an Anglican priest in 2014. She worked as a non-stipendiary minister in the Foster/Corner Inlet Parish with particular care for Fish Creek Union Church; an interdenominational church. Since 2017 she has taken on the role as Priest in Charge at Korumburra Poowong Parish, commissioned by Bishop (now Archbishop) Kay Goldsworthy. During this COVID-19 time, she has been preparing services online, managing Zoom Parish Council meetings, and distributing music to keep their young families connected. Being part of Fish Creek Union Church has been a highlight of Fran’s career. Baptisms and funerals are also a great honour. Another Parish highlight is the establishment of a community meal service in partnership with St Vinnies and Neighbourhood House to provide food and friendship for the isolated. Fran enjoys spending time in the garden and the beach at Waratah Bay. When considering the value of her Loreto Toorak education, Fran quotes Mary Ward: “Women in time to come will do much.” Through the intelligent thoughtfulness and purposeful, generous, compassionate living and values taught, she has always considered that being the best that God created her to be is all that she can hope for.

EMILY PETRICOLA

CLASS OF 1998

Emily feels incredibly lucky to have attended Loreto Toorak, learning life lessons and feeling empowered to be a strong female with a voice. She was elected House Sports Captain of Ward and was involved in the Rowing program, which helped shape her into the woman that she would become, teaching her skills in teamwork, leadership, organisation, time management and the value of hard work. After leaving school, Emily completed a BA, majoring in English and Politics, returning to university many years later to complete a Masters of Teaching (Secondary). She worked as a teacher at a British International School in the UAE for three years, before returning to Australia. When Emily was 27 years old she was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. After many years of not being able to exercise due to complications of increased core temperature from the disease, a friend, Australian Olympic Rowing representative Matthew Ryan, introduced her to a WattBike, and she started training while keeping her temperature under control. In 2015, Matt then encouraged her to investigate competitive racing as a para-cyclist, and suggested she aim for the Tokyo Games. Emily began competing locally and within two years had been selected to her first international team. She broke the world record in her first international Individual Pursuit race at the Para Cycling Track World Championships in Rio in 2018 and took home a silver (Individual Pursuit) and a bronze (Individual Time Trial). In 2019 she beat her world record and collected gold (Individual Pursuit) and bronze (Scratch Race) at the Track World Championships, before being selected to her first Road World Championship team and winning gold in the Time Trial in Emmen, Netherlands. Earlier this year she travelled to Milton in Canada where she picked up three gold medals in the Individual Pursuit, the Scratch Race and the Omnium events. Emily is currently based in Adelaide at the High-Performance headquarters for Cycling Australia, preparing for the Para Cycling Road World Championships in Belgium, and, she hopes, the Paralympics in Tokyo. In the rare moments when she is not on her bike, Emily loves to read.

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Family News Births

Engagements

BINGHAM, Michaela (1995) and Gerald Moran, Margot Rose, born 16/04/18, sister for Edwina

CAREW, Danielle (2006) to Daniel Begala

BOUCHIER, Danielle (2003) and Stuart Gill, Archie Peter, born 02/04/19

CRAWFORD, Rowena (2006) to Michael Weston

COOPER, Jane (staff) and Rob, Lucy Jane, born 04/05/20, sister for Lachie and Tommy

PROWSE, Alison (2010) to Luke Bennett

HOWIE, Rochelle (1998) and Shaun Harris, Lachlan Dominic, born 18/03/17, and Skye Penelope, born 06/09/19 LILLEY, Holly (staff) and Alex, River Rose, born 29/04/20

CARVALHO, Kelly (2006) to Matthew Robertson FAHY, Katherine (1995) to Ă lvaro Rodriguez QUIRK, Emma (2011) to Simon Love

Weddings

NELSON, Gavin (staff) and Erin, Claudia Poppy-Rose, born 27/3/20, sister for Georgia

CHALMERS, Charlottle (2006) to Cameron Duck, 04/19

STAVERT, Joshua (staff) and Ann, Arthur George, born 28/01/20, brother for Emmy

MADDEN, Tahlia (2006) to Thomas Crabtree, 11/19

STEVENS, Madeleine (2005) and Luke Griffiths, Tom Reggie, born 01/03/20, grandson for Dr Susan Stevens (Principal) ZAHARA, Jenny (1996), Harriet Patricia Zahara, born 04/11/19, niece for Felicity (1994) and Philippa (1999), cousin for Zara (Year 8) and Jemima Perry (Year 6), granddaughter for Robert Zahara (1955, Year 2)

HOWIE, Rochelle (1998) to Shaun Harris, 02/04/16 VANDERKLEY, Sarah (2009), to Nick Cosgrave, 25/3/20, Carmelite Monastery in Kew 01 River Rose Lilley with Holly and Alex 02 Lucy Jane Cooper 03 Claudia Poppy-Rose Nelson 04 Harriet Zahara 05 Archie Gill 06 Arthur George Stavert with Mum Ann and sister Emmy 07 Tom Reggie Griffiths

08 Rochelle, Shaun and Lachlan Howie 09 Margot Bingham 10 Skye and Lachlan Howie 11 Sarah Vanderkley and Nick Cosgrave 12 Emma Quirk and Simon Love

MANDEVILLIAN JUNE 2020 VOL. 35 NO. 1

It is with sadness we advise that the following members of the Loreto Toorak community have died. Our sincere condolences to their families. BARRY, Ken, husband of Lynne, father of Lyndal (1983), Sophie (1984) and Lucy (1987), brother of Maree Ahearn (Barry, 1957), uncle of Sally (1982) and Kate (1984) Ahearn BERGIN, Peter John, 16/02/20 (aged 91), husband of Marie (dec), father of Paul, John (dec), Anna, Catherine (1981) and Mark BURKE, Marcus (1959), husband of Nora, father of Kate Burke (1984), Anna Burke (1986), Tory Burke (1988) and Emily Burke (1995), grandfather of Claudia Howcroft (2012), brother of Peter (1960), Susan O’Dwyer (Burke, 1963) (dec) and Richard (1969) CANNON, Ngaire, 13/3/20, wife of Ralph Trealor, mother of Saul (current parent), mother-in-law of Kate (McGuigan, 1989), grandmother of Georgia (Year 7) and Charlotte (Year 4) Cannon CARRINGTON, Barbara Maudsley, 15/3/20, wife of George (dec), mother of Ross, Chris, Anita Hughes (Carrington, 1978) and Melissa Smith (Carrington, 1981), grandmother of Anna Hughes (2012) CHARLTON, Carlene, 25/01/20, wife of Ian, mother of Lisa (1999) and Michael CONDON, Pauline, 19/12/19, wife of John (dec), mother of Andrea (1981) (dec), John, Richard, Suzie Hansen (Condon, 1987) (current parent), Matthew and Christopher, grandmother to 15, including Sophie (Year 9) and Emily (Year 7) Hansen DALTON, Nicole (current parent), 19/11/19, wife of Paul, mother of Bel (Year 8), Seb and Oli DOQUILE, Shirley Marie, 09/04/20, mother of Lisa (1980), Andrew (past parent), Simon and Amanda Stefanovski (Doquile, 1986), mother-in-law of Gab, Louise (past parent) and Tony, grandmother of Annabelle (2017), William, Charlie, Angus, Christian and James, aunt of Joanne Duncan (Toussaint 1979), Fiona Roberts (Toussaint, 1986), Sarah Doquile (1988) (dec) and Eliza Farrell (Doquile, 1989) GOLDER, Margaret Naylon, (Brewster, 1946), 18/01/20, wife of John (dec), mother of Timothy and Michael GRAY ibvm, Sr Bernadette, 09/04/20, sister of Mary, Brian (dec), Margaret (dec), Carmel (dec) and Claire (dec), a Loreto Sister for over 66 years HEMPEL, Judith Anne, (Montague, 1944), 07/02/20 wife of Frank (dec), mother of Peter (dec), Elizabeth, David, Andrew, Margaret and Michael HOWARD, John, 11/12/19, father and father-in-law of Paul and Tracey and Mark and Jo (current parents), grandfather of Caitlin (2012), Meaghan (2014), Molly (2017) and Bridie (Year 12), and Eliza (2016) and Mackenzie Howard (Year 12)

KIERNAN, Peter, 01/12/19, husband of Joan Kiernan (Silk, 1943) (dec), father of Ben (1969), Hugh (1971) (dec), Grace (1973), Bruno (1975), Priscilla Greene (Kiernan, 1978) (dec), Pauline Steedman (Kiernan, 1979) and Peter (1983), grandfather of 19 grandchildren including Bridie (2012) and Lucie (2014) Greene and Maggie Steedman (2014) LAYET, Joan, 06/11/19, wife of Robert (Chairman of inaugural Loreto Advisory board), mother of Michele Layet (1975), Paul Layet (1966) and Nicholas Layet (1972) McDONALD, Bernice Anne, 21/11/19, wife of James, mother of Florence (2009), Charles (staff), Alice (2012) and Ruby (2015) MULCAHY, Peter, 24/2/20, husband of Pam (dec), father of Michael, Kate Cussell (Mulcahy, 1981) and Erinne Sinclair (Mulcahy, 1985) NEGLINE, Elizabeth Mary Cussen (Sprigg, 1944), 16/3/20, wife of Denis (dec), mother of Mary, John, Michael, Paul, Bernard, Peter (current parent) and Tony, mother-in-Law of Mervyn, Myra, Kim, Julieta, Carmel, Maria (Baba) (current parent) and Pauline, grandmother of Rachael, Lauren, Andrew, Joel, Eilish, Michael, David, Elizabeth Mary, Moira (2018), Antoinette, Brighid, Alessandra (Year 12), Elizabeth Anne (Year 10), Clare and Denis OXLEY, Patricia, 30/1/20, mother of Mandy Booth (Oxley, 1982) PEACHEY, Mary (McGuigan, Loreto Kirribilli), 14/3/20, wife of Bruce, sister of Brigid Wright (McGuigan, 1986), Kate Cannon (McGuigan, 1989) (current parent) and Patrick McGuigan (Loreto Kirribilli) (past parent), aunt of Alex McGuigan (Year 9, 2019), Georgia (Year 7) and Charlotte (Year 4) Cannon PILLINGER, Barry, 10/8/19, husband of Tricia, father of Jackie Allen (Pillinger, 1986) and Nicole Elliott (Pillinger, 1986) PRESTNEY, Joshua Andrew, 22/04/20, son of Belinda (past staff) and Andrew, brother of Alex RYAN, Jacqueline Anne (Jacqui) (1982), 09/11/19, partner of Peter Whittle, daughter of Brenda and John, sister of Mark, Philip (dec), Damian and Terry SMITH, David, 01/11/19, husband of Melissa (Carrington, 1981), brother-in-law of Anita Hughes (Carrington, 1978), uncle of Anna Hughes (2012) WALKER, Lorraine Agnes (Commins, Loreto Kirribilli, 1948), 10/2/20, wife of Peter, mother of Marie-Louise (1980), Jacquilene Stene (Walker, 1983) and Genevieve (1988), President of Past Pupils’ Association 1980-81 WHITTY, Joan, 22/04/20, wife of Stan (dec), mother and mother-in-law of Tony and Jenny (dec), Loreto (dec), Mark and Lyn, Greg and Judy, Gerald and Suzy, Noel and Pam, Margaret (Whitty, 1977) (dec) and Tony Pratt

If you would like to make a contribution to our Family News, please contact: Danielle Lord (Field, 1985), Engagement Officer – Alumnae danielle.lord@loretotoorak.vic.edu.au +61 3 9823 8148 55

COMMUNITY

Mandevillian Goes Online Update Your Details

For some time now, the School has been considering the migration of our biannual printed Mandevillian to a digital online version. This obviously represents a significant cost-saving to the School and is in keeping with our environmental impact policies. With the financial impact of COVID-19, we have made the decision to commence this immediately with our present edition. Our school community will receive a link to the digital copy to all for whom we have an email address. To ensure that you continue to receive your copy of the Mandevillian, please ensure that the information held for you at Loreto Toorak, including your email address, is current and up to date. If you do not have an email address, and would still like to receive a copy of the Mandevillian, please contact us as a small number of printed copies will still be available upon request.

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LEAD US ON

STORIES OF OUR LORETO CANINE COMPANIONS

It is with pleasure that we introduce this exciting creative project within the School, Lead Us On, which records with joy, photographs of the loved canine pets of our students.

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Verity Prayer God of light, who guides us in ways of truth. Ignite within us the courage to uncover our authentic selves and in doing so discover our greatest gifts. Illuminate the path of integrity, so our lives are defined by love and honesty. Inspire us to look beyond our own horizons to face the truth bigger than ourselves. Called by Mary Ward, we seek and speak the truth: a truth that invites us to do ordinary things well, a truth that leads to justice for all. This is our Verity. In Jesusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; name and with the help of the Holy Spirit, we say, Amen.

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Mandevillian, 2020, Vol35, No1

Articles inside

Lead Us On

Mandevillian Goes Online

Academic Excellence Awards

School Councillors

Love in the Time of Corona

Reunions

Diamond Luncheons

Student Achievements

Performing Arts News

With Knowledge Comes Hope

Seven Students Recognised in Premier’s VCE Awards

Outstanding VCE Results

Loreto Sisters Celebrate Jubilees

Welcome from our Principal

Loreto Toorak Alumnae International

Where Are They Now?

Generations of Mary Ward Women

The Gift of a Loreto Education

Creating Community

2019/2020 Rowing Season

Sport News

International Women's Day

St Peter’s Early Learning Centre

Our Changing Global Landscape

Positive Education - Perspective and Performance in Uncertain Times

Visual Arts and Developing the Virtual Gallery Space

Loreto Learn@Home

And the People Stayed Home...

The Loreto Year of Verity

Outstanding Results from the Class of 2019

A New Era For Music Education

Can we Look Beneath the Obvious?

Congratulating our Duces of School

Introducing our Captains of School