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RISING STAR Breadth of mind, Depth of heart
Mrs Janet Stewart Principal
Inspiring girls for 120 years Since its foundation in 1901, Moreton Bay College has been inspiring girls and young women to fulfil their potential. At MBC we passionately believe that every girl should be nurtured in an environment which supports the decisions and choices she makes about her pathways in life, and so encourages her to become the very best version of herself. This has been achieved through an unwavering belief in the value of a holistic approach to education. The Greene sisters - our Founders - privileged the importance of providing breadth of academic, sporting, cultural, and spiritual opportunities for the girls in their care, and this has been our enduring aim for 120 years. In the 21st century an inspiring, holistic education may look different to experiences in the past but our underlying belief in the primacy of this approach has not changed over time. As members of the Alliance of Girls’ Schools Australasia, we affirm their mission that
“Girls’ schools are ideally positioned to inspire, educate and nurture the girls of today, who will be the leaders of tomorrow.” Thus, in our classrooms our teachers foster a growth mindset and emphasise that it is practice and hard work, rather than any innate ability, which ultimately improves performance and enables achievement. Great teaching at MBC is underpinned by strong trust-based relationships to ensure that girls engage in, and take responsibility for, their learning. This safe and respectful environment facilitates questioning, opens avenues for communication and feedback and cultivates a curious, critical thinker; all skills needed for a 21st century world. On the sporting fields, we inspire girls to be determined, to set goals and give of their best with courage and hope. In this context the courageous MBC girl will hopefully step out of her comfort zone, accept the challenges presented, and navigate her path forward. In cultural pursuits too, we encourage girls to be confident and explore new ideas. Whether they are in articulating their opinions in a debate, practising in a music room or performing on stage, the College’s robust co-curricular arts programme inspires girls to strengthen their existing abilities and discover new areas of passion. Moreover, service learning experiences, both on campus and in the broader community,
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further enhance the girls’ sense of social responsibility, and inspires them to contribute to something greater than themselves. All this is underpinned by a pastoral system which affirms the girls as unique individuals with their own identity. In our caring and warm community girls are offered the individualised support they need during each crucial developmental stage of growth. This is based on our strong Christian values and a House system which builds a sense of belonging and connection, imperative to the growth of healthy, happy, and balanced young women. Thankfully, inspiration has also come from a wealth of excellent female role models among alumnae and staff to inspire girls across diverse fields of achievement. Our girls have always been able to look to them to realise the breadth of possibilities they have in life - and we only have to look to our Founders’ Day medallists to have evidence of successful women in Science, in Medicine, in Rugby, in Law, in Community Service, in Drama, in Music, in Politics. Leading by example is the best way to show girls how they can achieve, thus we highlight our own alumnae when we can at assemblies and special events - our girls need to know that ‘these are women we come from’. When we incorporate a holistic perspective into learning, we are supporting the development of the entire being of each girl, ensuring they have the best chance at a diverse life, because we are considering the full spectrum of their cognitive, social, emotional, and spiritual journeys. Thus, MBC’s mission remains constant - we inspire girls to aim high and work hard to achieve their dreams, whatever they might be. With Courage and Hope, Janet
“For over 120 years, Moreton Bay College has inspired girls to be the best they can be”.
The original School house of Moreton Bay Girls High school, situated on Bay Terrace, Wynnum 3
Vale Miss Handley the end of an era 1927 - 2021
It was with immense sadness the College announced the peaceful passing of our beloved Miss Oriel Handley in April. Moreton Bay College remembered and farewelled Miss Oriel Handley at a very special Thanksgiving service led by the Rev. Peter Lockhart. Hundreds attended in person - and online - to acknowledge and give thanks for the dedication of Miss Handley to this community. Members of her Scared Choir performed many of her favourite hymns, and Vocal Point performed several pieces including the College Song - sung to the original tune which brought tears to the eyes of many an ‘Old Girl’ present. Previous Headmaster Mr Ken Waller commanded the audience with a powerful eulogy of Miss Handley’s life, detailing their professional and personal relationship, and Don Hann, a previous Chaplain, also offered insights on Miss Handley’s time at MBC. Miss Handley was an exceptional and very special lady, whose association with Moreton Bay College spanned more than sixty years and thus she played a pivotal role in shaping MBC into the College it is today. Her involvement with MBC dates back to Bay Terrace and follows a long association with Miss Hilda Greene, one of the College’s Founders. In the early years, Miss Handley’s focus was on Music and Speech. She considered it a privilege to bestow her love of music on her students. For decades, Miss Handley was responsible for many girls’ involvement in cultural festivals and competitions within the wider community, bringing the joy of music to those who needed it most. For many years, she and her school choirs visited charity functions, nursing homes and churches in the local area. However, her involvement with MBC went far beyond music. When the College moved to Wondall Road, under the Principalship of Mr Waller, Miss Handley thrived in her role as Senior Mistress and later as Vice Principal (Protocol). During this time, Miss Handley was always a visible presence around the College, offering words of wisdom, guidance or support. She was, to the students whose paths she crossed, like ‘royalty’ - a truly selfless lady whose entire life centred on service and caring for others. She loved each student as if they were her own and parents, students and staff members knew of her selfless and unwavering generosity with her time and talents. After 41 years of service to MBC, Miss Handley retired, but this was in no way the end of her association with the College. She continued her active involvement in all aspects of College life and was a shining light for our students, often visiting assemblies to hand out awards and rarely missing a school performance.
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Miss Handley was our last tangible connection to the Greenes and their pioneering vision for the holistic education of young women. As we honoured Miss Handley, we honoured her enduring commitment to the ideals of the Greenes, ideals which continue to motivate and inspire us today, 120 years later. Miss Handley’s example of service, hard work and passion for the education of young women leaves an immeasurable legacy for all members of the MBC family. May you rest in peace, Miss Handley.
Remembering Miss Handley
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2020 Valedictory Ceremony and Chapel Service
The 2020 school year presented the College and our community with many challenges due to COVID-19. For this reason, we were delighted that the end of year Graduation celebrations could still go ahead. Thankfully due to some changes to COVID-19 restrictions, we were able to fondly farewell our 2020 Seniors and share the Valedictory Ceremony and Chapel Service, both charged with emotion, with parents. The Year 12 Valedictory Ceremony and Chapel Service is always a bittersweet event in the College Calendar. We take pride in celebrating and acknowledging our wonderful Year 12 students and wishing them luck as they depart on the next stage in their journeys, yet it is always difficult to say goodbye. With a year of immense change and disruption, our 2020 Year 12 cohort are commended living the College Values of Teamwork, Care, Character and Engagement and bringing alive a legacy, where each girl’s rebel heart has found its way to play a unique part and contribute her own page to the narrative of this College. As a school we are grateful for the opportunity to be able to celebrate this rite of passage with our Year 12 students and their immediate families. There was immense pride to see these students take the stage as a cohort for one last time at MBC. We look forward to learning of their future endeavours and to keeping in touch with these new ‘Old Girls’ in the years to come.
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Meet the 2021 Captains
Lil Dart – College Captain
Emma Hislop – Academic Captain
Who is your greatest role model?
Who is your greatest role model?
My role model would be my Grandma. She had a highly successful career and was an incredibly strong and resilient woman. Her love for her family, my Grandpa and her friends was something that will always stay with me. Her warm-heart and kindness were the things I loved the most.
My greatest role model would undoubtedly be my nanna, the matriarch of our family and a woman I look up to with adoration and humility. She has taught me strength, patience and most of all, how to live a life guided by the principles of consideration and empathy and for that I can see no greater woman to aspire to.
What would you like the class of 2021 to be remembered for?
What would you like the class of 2021 to be remembered for?
I would like the MBC cohort of 2021 to be remembered for creating an environment where each girl feels comfortable to try new things without fear of failure or embarrassment. I hope that as Seniors, we can all encourage the girls to view failure as a steppingstone to success.
What a challenging question to answer – I hope the class of 2021 will be remembered as a group of young women who cared deeply for their college and who genuinely sought to lead with pride.
What defines leadership? Leadership is about creating an environment where everyone feels special. Being a leader requires support from a wider network, which ultimately allows a leader to be vulnerable and accountable, and to not fear failure because they know that they have the support they need. In saying that, a vulnerable leader is comfortable with not having all the answers and is able to lean on the advice from others and collaborate with them to come to conclusions. A good leader never expects people to do something that they wouldn’t be able to do themselves; they know the way, go the way, and show the way. Favourite Ice cream flavour? Mint choc-chip.
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Where will we find you in five years? This question creates a sense of panic due to my lack of future plans (as of right now) but I think in the spirit of being authentic my answer is simply this; in five years’ time I see myself fulfilling a lifepath that makes me happy. Whether climbing mountains in Peru or labouring through the final years of my (unspecified) degree at UQ, I hope that in five years I am doing something that enriches me as an individual and brings me genuine joy. What is your ‘go to’ study strategy? Over the years I have trialled countless different study strategies, some finding great success and others definitely being less effective than initially hoped for. However, my absolute favourite revision strategy has got to be flashcards, using highlighters and an assortment of coloured pens to make them as bright and interactive as possible. They’re a simple yet incredibly useful tool!
Lily Nicholson - College Sport Captain Who is your greatest role model? My grandma, Lorraine. I look up to her and strive to be as strong, independent, and caring as she is. Lorraine is the humblest person I know and goes out of her way to put everyone before herself. She is the type of person who always puts in the extra mile in everything she does, and I can always count on her to listen and give me advice, telling me what I need to hear. What would you like the class of 2021 to be remembered for? I would like the class of 2021 to be remembered for our enthusiasm to make MBC a better place by fostering a sense of belonging, community, and Bay spirit, and encouraging everyone to get involved and be the best versions of themselves.
Who would play you in a movie of your life? Privy to my love for Harry Potter - I feel that it is only fitting to have Emma Watson play me in a movie of my life. Alongside my admiration for her character, Hermione Granger - Emma herself is an inspirational woman in her own respect.
Abby Hyde - Worship and Service Captain Who is your greatest role model? My grandfather - Bobby, is one of my greatest role models. He is so genuine, kind and loving; everything he does is full of compassion. He provides so much invaluable wisdom, which I cherish with my whole heart. If I were to be half the person Bobby is one day, I would be the luckiest person in the world.
What do you enjoy most about competitive sports?
What would you like the class of 2021 to be remembered for?
What I enjoy most about competitive sports is the friendships you make and the feeling of being a part of a team, no matter if you compete as an individual or in a group. Your teammates are always there by your side, through every tough training session and through your highs and lows, encouraging you to improve and keep pushing to achieve your goals.
I hope we are remembered for our engagement within college life, our connection together as peers and friends, and our creativity within any situation. As a cohort, we have become so close, especially through 2020 and 2021, I hope this genuine friendship shows the younger students the importance of supporting one another and embracing those around you.
What was your favourite cartoon show growing up?
What role does faith play in your daily life?
Growing up, my favourite cartoon show would have to be The Adventures of Bottle Top Bill and His Best Friend Corky!
My faith provides opportunities to stop and reflect after a busy day; to slow down and take notice of the things around me. It also provides me with reassurance that everything will turn out okay in the end. Having this sense of faith in the process and in things that are out of my control, helps me be resilient and hopeful.
Abby Gauld – Cultural Captain Who is your greatest role model? It’s hard to pinpoint a singular role model as there are many, however one that has remained constant throughout the years has been none other than Hermione Granger, the strong-willed and intelligent protagonist of one of my childhood favourites - Harry Potter. Hermione’s innate curiosity and desire to learn substantially influenced my upbringing and I am very thankful that I was exposed to such a courageous and powerful female heroine - a truly inspiring character to look up to.
What are you currently reading? Currently, both texts I’m reading are for school and I’m really enjoying them. I’ve just finished reading the iconic dystopian text 1984 by Gorge Orwell, which I found really interesting in regard to our current political climate. Now, I am starting to read one of Shakespeare’s classics - Hamlet, to get ready for my external exams!
What would you like the class of 2021 to be remembered for? I would like the class of 2021 to be remembered as changemakers, ambitious, hardworking, and persevering - leaving a lasting positive impact on the MBC community that reflects and embodies our senior legacy: Together we Stride; Power of the Pride. What inspired your love for the Arts? I think to some capacity I have always been inclined to the Arts stemming from the countless dancing, singing, and acting home videos that seem to emerge every couple of years and result in a ‘hilarious’ evening of memories and reflection. For as long as I can remember I have enjoyed performing, which initially started from a love for reading and storytelling.
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Ms Carolyn Wilson Deputy Head of Primary (Early Learning)
Mrs Rebecca Lennon Head of Primary
Early Learning Centre Nature Play Exploration Many of us, whether as a parent, educator, or both, worry about the influence of screen time that our young children are exposed to. We know from current research brains are ‘rewiring’ depending on the amount of visual stimulus in the early years. In response to this, there has been a recent shift to raise greater awareness about the importance of extended time for children to explore and connect with nature. In the early 1980s, a Harvard University biologist named Edward O. Wilson proposed a theory called biophilia: that humans are instinctively drawn towards their natural surroundings. Ref: Cohen Much research is taking place in this area with studies highlighting the benefits from engaging in nature, including health, academic performance, social development, mental health and cognitive development. Children who play outside are smarter, happier, more attentive, and less anxious. Studies are also consistent in agreeing that nature play builds confidence and allows children time to engage in unstructured play. Creativity and imagination are fostered when using materials that are open ended and not designed for a specific purpose within play. Responsibility develops when entrusting a child to take care of the living parts of their environment. Nature activates the senses—you can see, hear, smell, and touch outdoor environments. It gets children moving. Nature creates a unique sense of wonder for kids that no other environment can provide. Our Early Learning area of the College has embraced the current research and recognised an opportunity with our expansive grounds to extend our children’s play experience and build a deeper connection with nature. This has been a project that has inspired the staff and brought great delight and excitement to the children. Towards the end of 2019, the Early Learning Staff started to take the children out of the centre for the first time to begin to explore the grounds of MBC. To ensure this was inclusive of all children, quad prams were purchased to allow our youngest learners from 15 months of age the opportunity to get out and engage with the natural world around them. The children regularly visited the bamboo tree area on the Hargraves Rd oval, and they named this space ‘Mud Hill’. During 2020, continued interest from educators, families and children created much interest in making this a bigger focus within our Early Learning Programme. The children continued 10
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to engage in the environment, extending to the area behind the Uniform Shop. Tree logs became fairy houses and sticks became ladders for spiders. The children created their own theories, problem solved and co-operated with peers, using their imagination to take them on many journeys. In October 2020, Deputy Head of Primary (Early Learning) Carolyn Wilson and Educational Leader Paula Nicholls attended a 3-day Bush Kindy Leaders course with Nature Play Queensland. This explored the principles and practices of learning in nature, the benefits, techniques to embed a nature play programme, educational possibilities along with the legislation, policies and procedure needed. To initiate this project at The Moreton Bay Colleges’ Early Learning Centre, resources were purchased, and plans were developed to support the programme, including; •
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This year, embedding a nature play programme is one of our key improvement areas in our Quality Improvement Plan. Our year started with a professional learning day for all our Educators, who spent time looking at nature play pedagogy and the benefits of being outside. As adults, we then went out on a nature play adventure to immerse ourselves in a nature play experience through a child’s eyes. Educators had the opportunity to set up a basecamp, build shelters, follow ropes courses, and use natural materials to create and tell stories. Educators had time to test their own skills, share their thinking, problem solve and work as a team. As the year began, within the centre, children started learning the procedures for staying safe and how to tie ropes and hammer in pegs; skills they can use when out in nature. The children have started to regularly go out on nature play sessions, giving them opportunities to engage in unhurried, flexible play which is child-led and play-based. Sessions have been shared with
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parents via daily diary notes. We have received much positive feedback, with parents requesting to attend sessions with a group in the future. With the recent wet weather, children were encouraged to bring in their raincoats and boots. Educator wet weather clothing was purchased enabling children and educators the opportunity to engage in the environment and see it from different perspectives and though a ‘wet lens’. The children have started to explore a new nature play allowing us to continue to extend this offering with the children providing more possibilities, adventure and learning. By providing opportunities for our youngest learners to explore and imagine in their natural environment we are fulfilling their biophilia…their natural instinct to be drawn to their environment. We are excited about the obvious benefits of nature play explorations, evident in the pure joy observed on the children’s faces and the rich language and problem-solving experiences that follow.
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References: Chawla, L. (2015). Benefits of Nature Contact for Children. Journal of Planning Literature, 30(4), 433-452 Cohen, D. (2021) Why Kids Need to Spend Time in Nature. Child Mind Institute. Kellert, S.R. (2005). Chapter 3: Nature and Childhood Development. In Building for Life: Designing and Understanding the Human-Nature Connection (pp. 63-89). Island Press: Washington, D.C. Whittle, I. (2016) Nature Play in Early Years Education. Nature Play Qld Website.
Mrs Kay Gleeson Head of Secondary
Class of 2020 achieve exceptional collective success Education is an ever-changing space and 2020 saw the first cycle through the new Senior Assessment and Tertiary system. Our Year 12 students were the first in Queensland to experience new subjects, new assessment types, external exams, a new QCE structure and tertiary entrance assessment system. However, our approach to the implementation of this new system continues to be built on what we hold true to as a college, specifically, ensuring that each Senior student was afforded and engaged in an outstanding student experience that recognised their passion/s, valued their pathway choices, provided opportunities for success and allowed each student to build on their skills and be a little better as a learner each day. This approach resulted in exceptional collective success and moments of individual brilliance. We’re proud to offer our students an immense range of course options. In 2020, they had the choice of 32 school-based subjects, which resulted in our 98 Senior students experiencing 92 different course pathway combinations. Developing exceptional people was also at the forefront, ensuring our teachers were passionately equipped and therefore confident in implementing the new system. All teachers engaged in face to face and Professional Learning opportunities with every Learning Area in the Secondary School having teachers involved in the QCAA implantation of the new system including: •
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With these roles comes a wealth of knowledge that every student in the Secondary School has and will continue to benefit from. Learning at times can be hard and meeting the demands of school and a new education system had its challenges. When our Year 12 students struggled to get a concept, when their thinking was challenged, when they had to dig deep to meet the time constraints of assessment while juggling a busy cocurricular life – they were met with a supportive Pastoral Team including Heads of House, counsellors and Form teachers who are passionate about their learning and their wellbeing. Learning occurs best when students are well, happy and connected, and as such, our learning approach dovetails with our Hearts and Minds Wellbeing Framework – that prioritised five actions to ensure that our Seniors were supported. The power of this supported approach to the implementation of the new Senior assessment system, that considered both their wellbeing and learning, will continue to be a truly transformative experience in their lives and the lives of those Senior students still to come.
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Class of 2020 continues long tradition of academic success Congratulations go to our 2020 Seniors, who were the first cohort in Queensland to sit the ATAR exams, after the change to ATAR, and away from OP scores, at the end of 2019. During 2020, Moreton Bay College has continued to achieve very high academic results, maintaining a long tradition of academic success. our Senior students are congratulated for their commitment and dedication to their studies, which is reflected in these results. We are very proud of their adaptability, agility, hard work and personal commitment. 16% of the cohort achieved an ATAR of 95 or higher, 42% achieved an ATAR of 90 or higher, and 66% of the cohort achieved an ATAR of 80 or higher. We also extend our sincere appreciation to parents and guardians for their unwavering support in the pursuit of providing an outstanding educational experience for your daughters, and your commitment to the partnership we have nurtured to achieve the best outcome for each individual student.
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Our College’s highest academic achievers in 2020 included College Dux Mya Thomas, with an ATAR of 99.30, College Proxime Accessit Kayt-Linn Huynh with an ATAR of 98.90, and Madeleine Tzannes is noted for her outstanding results, achieving 100/100 in Dance, and gaining 100% in three external exams, Dance, English and Health. We are thrilled to report that 100% of our students have graduated with a Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE). Every student also graduated with an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) and/or Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualifications. An impressive 34% also graduated with a VET qualification. In February, the college welcomed back the 2020 cohort to the Scholars Assembly, where we took time to celebrate the success of the Senior students of 2020 and wish them well as they continue onto the next stage in their lives.
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students received an early offer to University
VET Flexible Learning guiding career pathways at MBC
In a changing world, education through Vocational Education and Training (VET) offers our students a flexible learning option during their Senior years, and VET Programmes being offered in Schools continue to grow in popularity. The Moreton Bay Colleges’ VET Programme offers students diversity and flexible pathway opportunities in addition to Senior timetabled subjects. Our students can achieve a QCE, an ATAR and have a VET qualification, preparing them for opportunities at University or guiding them directly into a career pathway. At MBC, we support each individual student, and this includes preparing them for their career and learning journey when they leave college. This individualised focus has contributed to the growth and popularity of VET study at MBC, with over 30% (and growing) of students enrolling and completing VET qualification courses during Year 11 and Year 12. The success of our flexible programme arises from the passion of the students, the support provided from the MBC Leadership Team and the direct supervision, support and care within the VET programme. Students are supervised and encouraged to work at their best in a positive learning space within the VET programme. Easily the most diverse “subject” in Senior schooling, students may study a certificate course at TAFE one day a week, learn in a flexible arrangement with an external Registered Training Organisation (RTO) or start a traineeship/apprenticeship while completing their QCE. RTOs offer courses in the areas of Fitness, Beauty, Visual Arts, Childcare, Health, Hairdressing, Sports Coaching, Fitness, Business, Dance, Community Theatre, Laboratory Skills and Social Media Marketing, to name just a few.
Our VET programme allows students to begin a career pathway or to “test and taste” an industry. A good example of testing and tasting an industry is the Mater Education VETiS (Vocational Education and Training in Schools) dual qualification health course. Students complete a Certificate II in Health Support Services and a Certificate III in Health Services Assistance. This course continues to be very popular at MBC, and contains a practical component in a hospital ward. We see this as such a valuable experience, as after nine months of learning (one day each week), at the Mater Education South Brisbane faculty, our girls can confidently decide if they want to pursue a career and/ or further education in the nursing/health industry. Every student who has completed the Mater Education Health Course has been truly grateful to have the opportunity within the MBC VET programme. A relatively new offering, some of our students now have the opportunity to study via virtual reality. These classes are held in an online classroom twice a week. MBC students attend classes and tutorials for their Diploma or Certificate course of choice, with students from across the State. The flexibility provided here, where students remain on campus and join their virtual class, has given our students increased opportunity to study a course that is suited to the individual, and not limited by numbers of students interested in a course. In 2020, Emily Fuller was nominated, and won, the 2020 TAFE at School Graduate of the Year. During 2019, Emily was enrolled in a VET course, however, was not finding connection within this course. A new certificate course was released by TAFE in 2020 – Certificate III in Community Dance, Theatre and Events. Emily 15
thrived from day one and was clearly outstanding in her class. Emily was focussed during her study lessons and was a wonderful asset to the VET programme at MBC. Our 2020 VET Student of the Year, Bella Stevenson, successfully completed her Certificate III in Beauty Services at TAFE Southbank while completing her Year 11 and Year 12 studies. Now, she is out in the workforce, has a great toolkit to be successful within her industry and is currently completing her hairdressing apprenticeship. The students in the MBC VET programme are provided opportunities that warrant personal success. We discuss diversity and multiple options guiding into a desired career pathway. The girls achieve the outcomes they need for the next steps of life after college. This may be done a little differently to traditional Senior schooling, however, the outcomes are extremely satisfying and rewarding for both the students and the VET teaching staff at MBC. Thank you to our wonderful students achieving great things during their Senior years. Ms Katrina Shehab VET Coordinator
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Reverend Peter Lockhart Chaplain
Changing Chapel Through 2020 and on into 2021, the shifting sands of running Chapel through the mediums of recorded and livestream events has challenged the Chapel Team and Houses to think out of the box when it comes to Chapel. The purpose of Chapel is to connect people with God and the story of God’s love expressed in and through Jesus. Most would agree an act of worship is best done in person, but when this has not been possible creativity has been required. The Chapel Team and the Houses have responded. At the end of 2020, Drewe House stepped up with the production of the Christmas Chapel. Guided by Rev Peter, Drewe House approached the Chapel as a combination of livestream and recorded segments. Overlaid with the theme of being a Breakfast chat show, the student hosts crossed to ‘live events’ as the unfolded, which were all recorded beforehand. Prayers from the reporter in the “prayer chopper” high in the sky, a rendition of Christ the King of Christmas with the participation of all the Form groups, and conversations with the producer on the couch all made the Chapel highly engaging. In early 2021, Whitfield House led Chapel in the week of International Women’s Day and chose a livestream format. Many students participated in leadership including Amy Schwarz who choreographed a contemporary dance piece to You are Loved by JJ Heller. During the message we were taken into the gallery of women of faith, where three students gave us the stories of three Christian women who have been significant leaders: Carolyn Kitto, Brooker Prentis, and Rachel Held-Evans. As an expression of thanksgiving members of Whitfield House shared photos of a significant woman beside them as a reflection and thanks to God was read out.
Towards the end of Lent, the Chapel Team shared how they had engaged in the Lenten Wellbeing Challenge. Alex Dirié and Lily Kunin sung a beautiful rendition of Be thou my Vision while other Chapel Team members shared videos they had watched or made, activities in which they had engaged, or stories of things they had given up for Lent. The commitment of the Chapel Team to the Lenten Wellbeing Challenge was a great witness to their exploration of God’s presence and love in their lives. Finally, on the last Monday of Term 1, with Wesley House set to lead our Easter Chapel we were thrown another curve ball by COVID-19, and with uncertainty growing though the day students came together at first and second break to record the different elements of Chapel. Prayers, poems, and songs were offered in quick succession to create a catalogue of materials to be cobbled together through the magic of editing. This meant that by Thursday the Wesley Chapel was released for the school community even though students had begun holidays early. The uptake of watching the Chapel over the Easter weekend was quite good even though many students and families were disconnected from school life. As we look back through the last year the capacity of students to show flexibility, adaptability, and creativity has been a gift. Moreover, the willingness of students to be open to God and to share their own experiences of spirituality has been a blessing. Our prayer is that as we continue on our journey of spiritual growth God’s presence through Christ and in the Spirit will continue to inspire us all to love one another more deeply and serve the world around us authentically.
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INTERHOUSE EVENTS Years 7-12 Swimming
Years 4-6 Swimming
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Years 3-6 Cross Country
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CUTURAL Introducing Ben Langford, Director of Music At the beginning of 2021, Mr Ben Langford joined The Moreton Bay Colleges as Director of Music. Mr Langford joins The Colleges after a distinguished career as the Director of Music in schools across Brisbane and London. We sat down with Mr Langford to learn more about his love of music, teaching, and direction for the Music Programme. What first inspired your interest in Music? Believe it or not, I started playing in my school band. In Year 4, we were lined up, and the big kids got trombones, and the little kids got trumpets. I got a trumpet, and I still play the trumpet to this day! What instruments do you play? I dabble on a number of instruments, including the trombone, saxophone, clarinet, piano and flute, but my love is for the trumpet. It’s certainly the instrument I feel most comfortable performing on. What are your key responsibilities at The Moreton Bay Colleges? To oversee the organisation and development of the combined colleges’ music programme. To me, this means continuing the excellent work that has already been done to integrate the two formerly separate departments, by assisting and empowering both staff and students to take further ownership of their own development. We have fantastic staff in place, however, the students will achieve best and gain the most benefit and enjoyment out of participating in the music programme if they are intrinsically motivated to push themselves towards reaching their potential. It is when they begin to set their own goals, and start to evaluate and judge their own successes and failures, that they will really see the possibilities of which they are capable. How did you progress from playing music, to teaching music? A school counsellor suggested a teaching pathway could be suitable for me, and with my love for music, a music teaching degree was a natural progression. It’s turned out to be the right thing. What music to do you listen to, which musicians inspire you? Like many people, I listen to a whole variety of things, and this changes over time. I particularly love Jazz and listen to Clarke Terry, Lee Morgan, Miles Davis, Wynton Marsalis; a whole bunch of trumpet players in Jazz. I also like Classical music; I’m inspired by Mozart and his perfection of composition, as well as more modern styles such as soul and fusion, particularly modern Australian bands like The Cat Empire and Labjacd. A real variety. 20
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How does music education contribute to the holistic growth of our students? We live in a world where students must navigate wildly conflicting influences, and so I believe accessing an education that values seeking meaning and engagement across communities is fundamental to building societies that are places of compassion, understanding and justice. Within this context, the Arts hold an almost unique position in our education system. We can offer our students few other endeavours that so integrate the 21st century requirements for critical and creative thinking, emphasise a team ethic that builds personal and social skills, and hold an integral obligation to listen and communicate. These all sit within an environment that is collegial instead of competitive, and collaborative rather than individual. In a society that under values principles and over values judgement, there are huge benefits to involvement in activities that promote cultural sensitivity and aesthetic learning. Participation in ensemble music therefore becomes an invaluable component of a well-rounded and holistic education, as well as a source of great connection and joy within our community. What are your goals for the growth of the music programme? My goal is to make sure the music programme is a place where every student (and staff member) is valued, where all are able to contribute, and that encourages each to reach their potential,
which is so often far beyond what a student believes it might be. This means that we must create an environment that provides an opportunity for students at every level of experience, makes music making both challenging and enjoyable, treats music groups as teaching ensembles rather than simply performance vehicles, and encourages students and staff to apply the holistic skills developed beyond the sphere of music making. What music do you play on a quiet Sunday afternoon? I’m putting on Count Basie. When it comes to Big Band jazz, there are two names of bandleaders that are the most important and most influential of all time – Count Basie and Duke Ellington. The Atomic Basie album happens to be one of my favourites, with most of the arrangements by Sammy Nestico, another huge name in the field. It’s just a great album and one of my automatic go-to’s.
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International Music Performers mentoring students at The Moreton Bay Colleges Beginning in 2021, Moreton Bay Boys’ College and Moreton Bay College Year 12 students are studying Music Extension together. This is a wonderful opportunity for our most advanced Music students to develop their talents in either Performing, Musicology or Composition to a level beyond what can normally be achieved in a classroom setting. An Academic Subject, Music Extension provides an opportunity for students with specific abilities in music to extend their expertise. “The Arts have the capacity to unite communities, improve wellbeing and supplement educational programmes. Music Extension is a fantastic example of a subject which encapsulates all these ideas into a wholistic programme, uniting both Moreton Bay College and Moreton Bay Boys’ College in the pursuit of Arts Excellence”, said Ms Hannah Bliss, Head of The Arts at Moreton Bay College. “We look forward to celebrating these outstanding students and their creative works throughout the year and wish them all the best as they prepare for their IA2 submissions”. An important aspect of this subject, which contributes to a student’s ATAR, is to develop relationships with mentors outside of the classroom setting to develop individual artistry and musicianship in a professional environment. Moreton Bay Boys’ College Secondary Music and Music Extension Teacher Mrs Angela Bowen has utilised her network to connect a number of experienced and talented mentors to work with our students, including American bass guitar player Blaise Sison II, Australian singer Stewart Morris and US-based Australian Opera Singer and Kovner Fellow at the Julliard School New York, Xenia Puskarz–Thomas. “I was delighted to join the music extension students this February to listen and offer some guidance,” said Xenia. “Mentoring has always been of huge consequence to my studies and achievements as a musician. As any student knows, it can just take one inspiring and guiding teacher/mentor, to inspire the confidence to pursue their studies a little further and to help them believe in the great potential within themselves. Just within our session they were already making huge leaps and bounds, it’s very exciting to see!”
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Two key ideas of learning development in the Music Extension subject are the Modes of Apprenticeship and Gradual Release of Responsibility models, where students actively work at transitioning from being apprentices on their instrument towards self-guided mastery. “Our students do this through a focus on the meta-cognitions and reflective skills required to analyse their own progress, setting specific developmental goals and by tracking and logging practice sessions,” said Mr Ben Langford, Director of Music at The Moreton Bay Colleges. “The guiding mentor is a key relationship in this transition.” Mrs Angela Bowen has been impressed with the initial mentor sessions this year. “It was so apparent that our mentors were passing on knowledge they had gained from some of the best teachers and opera companies in the world, and our students were able to take advantage of this in their very own classroom – such an amazing opportunity in this post-covid world.”
Training Choir reaches record size The Year 1 and 2 Choir, known as the Training Choir, currently has the largest number of members since its inception. In 2021, the choir has had a consistent 35 Year 1 and 2 girls in membership every week. Training Choir performed at the MBC International Women’s Day Breakfast, singing I am woman alongside the other MBC Choirs, complete with AUSLAN.
One Like You. This performance was a stunning example of the care and kindness shown in the Primary School and has prompted further enquires to join. Conductor and Primary Music Teacher Mrs Melissa Inglis has been so proud to see the Training Choir already achieve such great performance success in Term 1. We look forward to seeing where our young voices take us next!
They also performed at the Primary Assembly during Harmony Day, singing a song about acceptance and inclusion called No
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Athletics Champions The future of MBC athletics is in good hands if the results at the recent Little Athletics Championships are anything to go on. In the U10 division, Harper Greer won gold in the Long Jump and 70m events, a silver in the High Jump, bronze in the 100m and a fourth placing in the 200m. Also in the U10 division, Eloise Nealon won triple Gold in the 200, 400 and 800m events. Ruby Hazell won Gold medals in the 800 and 1500m in her U11 age group and in the U12 division, Chloe Munro won the Hurdles and Long Jump, placed second in the Triple Jump and recorded a fourth in her High Jump event. Taylah Hazell placed fourth in the 1500m. Not to be outdone by their younger teammates, High Jumpers Francesca Peacock and Sophie Lillicrap placed first and second respectively at the Athletics Age Nationals in March. At the same event, Teresa Anthony won a silver medal in the Triple Jump. In U20 Ambulant events, Abby Craswell again excelled, winning gold in the Long Jump. MBC also had other athletes who represented Queensland at the Age Nationals, including Annabelle Barnett, Summer-Lee Blake, Claudia Chapman, Estanoa Faitala, Nyree Hamilton, Daniela Hankey and Sienna Hume.
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MBC Athletes complete in International competition In a year when travel bans have put an end to competition at an international level, two Moreton Bay College athletes have found a way to excel on the world stage. Diver Kiarra Milligan competed in a virtual competition in December. In the online 3m International Diving competition, eleven divers from all over the world videoed their dives which were then submitted to an independent judging panel in Amsterdam. Kiarra achieved first place in this competition - an outstanding result in this international field. Aerobic gymnast Skye McKibben also represented Australia at the Digital Austrian Aerobics Gymnastics Cup. A video of her performance was uploaded to an online platform where it was evaluated by a panel of international judges. Skye placed 30th of 60 international competitors.
Beach Volleyball MBC’s sporting reputation is now extending to the sandy courts of Beach Volleyball. Abbey Dobson, Charlotte Hansen and Millie Jennings recently represented the College at the Beach Volleyball Queensland Schools Cup. Over the three day competition consisting of sixteen teams, the girls played extremely well, reaching the finals without losing a game. In an exciting final against Kings College, the girls won the deciding set to finish with the Gold medal in Division 1. The girls then went on to represent Queensland at the Australian Junior Beach Volleyball Championships, this time seeded into different teams. Charlotte’s team were the Silver medallists after a very tight final against New South Wales. Abbey’s team were the successful Bronze medallists. With the 2032 Olympic Games being touted for Brisbane, these achievements will inspire our players to set their goals high.
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High Achievers Tennis | Jovana Petrovic Ranked No.1 in Queensland and 13th in Australia
Athletics | Nyree Hamilton 2 x Gold medallist at Queensland All Schools State Championships 2020, Gold and Bronze at Queensland Athletics State Championships 2021
Basketball | Vahayliah Seumanutafa Named in National Performance Basketball Squad
Basketball | Alice Dart Named in National Performance Basketball Squad
Athletics | Teresa Anthony National Silver Medallist in U16 Triple Jump at Australian Track and Field Championships
Aquathlon | Taylah Hazell Named in Queensland team
Hockey | Lily Richardson Queensland Representative at the 15 years and under Australian Hockey Championships and was named Player of the Tournament.
Athletics | Francesca Peacock National Gold Medallist in U18 High Jump at Australian Track and Field Championships
Athletics | Sophie Lillicrap National Silver Medallist in U18 High Jump at Australian Track and Field Championships
Swimming | Francesca Chitakudza National Age Championships Bronze Medallist in 200 IM and 200 Butterfly
Athletics | Abby Craswell National Gold Medallist in U20 Ambulant Long Jump at Australian Track & Field Championships
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Mr David Lush Director of Swimming
QGSSSA Swimming The 2021 School Swimming Season produced excellent performances from both our Primary and Senior swimmers - with Moreton Bay College finishing second place in both the Andrews Cup and QGSSSA Championships. Navigating COVID restrictions, a strong army of supporters cheered on MBC swimmers, throughout the exciting and close competition. Many fast individual swims from all of the QGSSSA schools meant that the point score remained very close throughout the early stages of the meet. As expected, St. Peters fielded another strong team who started to increase the point score gap, throughout the form stroke events. However, this created excitement, as spectators could see an exciting game of tug-of-war for placings and points, between Moreton Bay College, St. Margaret’s and Brisbane State High School. As the final relay events approached, MBC held a minor lead over St. Margaret’s, closely followed by two other schools. Only 0.5 points separated MBC and St. Margaret’s before the last event – knowing this, our Senior swimmers drew upon all of their aquatic experience to hold their nerve and out touch St. Margaret’s, securing the second-place finish for the College. Our relay swimmers once again performed commendably, with all girls recording season best times in their individual leg of the relay. A special mention must go to our 13 years, 4x 50m Medley Relay members, Charlotte Cran, Alannah Parkes, Olivia Slater and Poppy Lind achieving first place and crowned QGSSSA Champions. Final placings for the QGSSSA Championships were as follows: First - SPLC, 648pts. Second - MBC, 481pts. Third - SM, 479.5pts. I congratulate all swimmers for an outstanding and memorable season. Well done to our Captains Lily Nicolson and Gabrielle Caldwell and the entire Senior squad, for their superb leadership of the QGSSSA swimming team this season.
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Andrews Cup Swimming In early March, our Primary Swimming Team competed at Andrews Cup, finishing in second place! All girls swam incredibly well, with the added bonus of most girls earning personal best times. The girls showed immense improvement from the start of the season, especially in their diving and ability to use their fast finishes. We are all so proud of the girls for their performances and their display of pink power and team spirit. We have four values in our Primary Swimming Team; Have fun, Streamline, Fast Finishes and Encourage Others. I’m proud to say the girls demonstrated these values and tips throughout the whole season and especially at the Andrews Cup competition. Miss Tamara Quinn Senior Coach
Australian Age Swimming Championships Over the Easter holidays, a number of Moreton Bay College athletes participated at the Australian Age Swimming Championships, on the Gold Coast. These annual championships are the highest level of domestic competition for athletes aged 18 years and younger. The 2021 Championships were especially competitive, due to the Olympic Trials being held in June this year. The Moreton Bay swimming programme finished 32nd in Australia out of 290, a remarkable achievement. Students Francesca Chitukudza, Lily Nicolson, Lillian Schooley, Grace Stevenson and Mila Stribling all contributed to individual or relay top 10 placings. Francesca competed strongly in 14 individual races and achieved Bronze in the 14 years 200m Individual Medley and Bronze in the 14 years 200m Butterfly. Francesca also achieved the necessary qualifying times to participate at the upcoming Olympic Trials in the Women’s Open 100m and 200m Butterfly.
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MBC Old Girls Association Meet the 2021 Committee
Left to Right: Alex Givney, Katie Farley, Lily MacDonald, Amy Leaver, Toula Georges, Caitlin Scott, Victoria Matthews
Lily MacDonald, OGA President, Class of 2019 Why did you join the OGA committee? I joined the OGA committee because I wasn’t finished with my time at MBC! When I graduated, I felt like I had lots more to give, and I didn’t want to drift away from the college. I have a passion for bringing people together and creating connections, and I was so excited to join the Old Girls. I thought what better way to bring all of this together, than to become President! What would you like to see for the Old Girls’ Association? I think my biggest goal for the next few years is to increase engagement at our events. It’s always so lovely to see girls and meet new people from different generations than myself. There’s lots of OGA members missing out on this opportunity, and we are working hard to create fun and inviting events that will hopefully bring in a large crowd!
Toula Georges, OGA Secretary, Class of 2015 Why did you join the OGA committee? I wanted to contribute towards a positive initiative that brings a community together and allow Old Girls a safe home to always come back too. What would you like to see for the Old Girls’ Association? I would like the OGA community to grow bigger and stronger. The OGA has the potential to be a connection for old students to come to school events, opportunities to volunteer, reunions and to get involved in helping the school thrive.
Amy Leaver, OGA Assistant Treasurer, Class of 2015 Why did you join the OGA committee? I became a part of the OGA committee because this school has been a second home to me since I began in Prep in 2001 and wanted to give back to the college in a voluntary capacity. 30
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What would you like to see for the Old Girls’ Association? Going forward I would like to increase engagement with the college for all our Old Girls and to keep them involved in the MBC community.
Jessica Cloughessy, OGA Treasurer, Class of 2013 Why did you join the OGA committee? I joined the OGA committee after being inspired by other committee members and their hopes for the future of the association. I realised the impact the Old Girls could have for our younger graduates and I wanted to be a part of it. What would you like to see for the Old Girls’ Association? The future of the Old Girls Association has so much potential, and I would love to see it become a space where graduates can receive mentorship and support from other women.
Alex Givney, OGA Committee Member, Class of 2000 Why did you join the OGA committee? I see value in contributing back to the College that helped shape the person I have become and provided me with incredible opportunities that gave me vital skills for life. I personally feel that service to others is part of the values that MBC instilled in us as students, and how better to honour this, than to build a stronger OGA to support the College and fellow MBC Old Girls. What would you like to see for the Old Girls’ Association? I would like to see increased engagement between the Old Girls and the College and hope that my time on the OGA and in my role as the Foundation Manager we can see more girls connecting with our school in a variety of different ways. I personally would also like to see more Old Girls sending their daughters and sons to MBC and MBBC to support our growing multigenerational culture.
Remembering Margaret Hill On Thursday March 4 2021, we farewelled a very special Old Girl, Mrs Margaret Hill (nee Rogers) at a memorial service. A small gathering of Old Girls, family and staff gathered at the Bayside Uniting Church to pay their respects to her invaluable contribution the College and the Old Girls’ Association. We are thankful for the many years that Margaret dedicated to the Old Girls Association, starting as a committee member in 1975 until finally finishing up as President in 2001. In her 26 years she also committed to 8 years as President among other supporting roles. Margaret’s dedication to the College during its transition from Bay Terrace to the Wondall Road campus in the 1980’s was tremendous. In 1983 she joined the College board as the OGA Representative and chaired the building committee for a number of years, including driving the planning and construction of the Oriel Handley Hall.
An excerpt from Mr Ken Waller’s speech at Margaret’s Memorial Service highlights Margaret’s long-standing relationship with the College. “After the Uniting Church assumed responsibility for the College in 1979, Margaret became a key player in the school’s renaissance. She was on the Board of Governors for 12 years, where, because of having attended the school, she was a referral point for Headmaster and Board members alike, on the traditions of the College and any future planning. From the day she first entered the old-world building of the Misses Greenes home and school for boarders, she loved the school till she passed away. She touched so many of us in the process and will be missed by more than she could have imagined!” Vale Margaret
May 1986 Opening of Secondary School Margaret Hill, OGA President
c. 1950-52 Margaret Rogers with Beverley Bone, Joan Moss and Robyn Moodie
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Seven Old Girls (Class of 1998) and their families on their Annual Easter Trip to Straddie
Class of 2000 celebrating their 20 year reunion
December 2020 - Bronwyn Gordon (nee Stock) Rosemary Barrett (nee Gilliland) Lynda Rogers Class of 1966 - 1968
Girls from 1997 dinner catch up
Class of 1997 annual get together
Class of 1990 celebrating in style
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Class of 1991 regular catch up
Past Staff Elizabeth Peat with Old Girls Ainsley Lind (1989) and Emma Rees (1993)
MBC Old Girls at a Fundraising High Tea including Dame Quentin Bryce and Lady Mayoress Nina Schrinner
MBC Old Girls attending the Womens Network Australia Annual Christmas Charity Luncheon
Old Girls and past staff at Dr Waldings retirement celebration
The Murhon Moreton Mouse Book Club
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Mr Jason Titman Chair of The Moreton Bay Colleges’ Foundation
From the Foundation Meet The Foundation Board The Moreton Bay Colleges’ Foundation is thankful for the members of our Board who volunteer their time and expertise to ensure we continue to invest in our Colleges for today and tomorrow. We are excited to introduce our Board members to you.
Katie Farley, Board Director and General Manager at The University of Queensland Business School.
Jason Titman, Board Chair and Director of Integr8 Investment Group.
Why I Volunteer for the Foundation Board As an Old Girl of MBC, I am grateful for the education I received and for the opportunities both personal and professional that I have realised. I am passionate about education and life-long learning and have an interest in business, finance and philanthropy. I am delighted to be able to give back to the Colleges through the Foundation and am committed to the Foundation’s goals of providing outstanding educational opportunities, infrastructure and bursaries to current and future students.
Relationships to the Colleges MBC and MBBC Parent. Board member on the Board of Governors. Why I Volunteer for the Foundation Board To help contribute to the long-term financial stability of the Colleges and to help those who would not otherwise have an opportunity to have such an educational experience. My special interests in the Foundation’s work Building our funds under management into a sustainable amount of Capital, whereby the earnings cover our running costs.
Clarissa Lynch, Board Director and Business Readiness and Integration Manager at Queensland Rail. Relationships to the Colleges MBC Parent. Why I Volunteer for the Foundation Board The Foundation has an important role to play in building and maintaining community connections to support both colleges through educational experiences, student bursaries and building/ infrastructure facilities. I’m keen to help use my skills to continue the valuable work of the Foundation. My special interests in the Foundation’s work My background is in stakeholder engagement, community partnerships and strategic communications. I’m looking forward to using these skills wherever I can to help the broader school community.
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Relationships to the Colleges MBC Parent and MBC Old Girl.
My special interests in the Foundation’s work I bring to the role experience with alumni relations, marketing and engagement within the higher education sector.
Anthony Lee, Board Director and Strategic Development Manager at Coca-Cola Amatil. Relationships to the Colleges MBBC Parent and Spouse of an Old Girl. Why I Volunteer for the Foundation Board I’m focused on ensuring The Moreton Bay Colleges have sustainable long-term resources to develop major infrastructure for the students to deliver on the promise of exceptional educational opportunities. My special interests in the Foundation’s work Governance, Investment and Strategic Planning.
Janelle Bostock, Board Director and CEO of Women’s Network Australia.
Toni Knowlson, Board Director and Head of Strategic Initiatives, ANZ for Amazon Web Services.
Relationships to the Colleges MBBC Parent.
Relationships to the Colleges MBC Old Girl.
Why I Volunteer for the Foundation Board Life is a continual one of learnings and purpose. Being a member of the Board provides just that. An opportunity to learn and grow. To broaden my leadership and management skills. Provides an opportunity to give back to the colleges community in a collective manner.
Why I Volunteer for the Foundation Board It’s a great opportunity to give back and contribute past my schooling many years ago.
My special interests in the Foundation’s work My special interests are stakeholder engagement, and the promotion and facilitation of Brand Awareness for the Foundation. I’m also hoping to introduce a Leadership Business Breakfast series for the business and colleges community.
Colin Mitchell, Board Director and National General Manager Strategy at The BMD Group. Relationships to the Colleges MBC Parent. Why I Volunteer for the Foundation Board Volunteering is vitally important in ensuring the success of notfor-profit organisations. I volunteer for the Foundation to ensure the Moreton Bay Colleges are provided the resources to reach their full potential and ensure our students are prepared for tomorrow’s world. I also view volunteering for organisations in which my family is invested as a personal responsibility.
My special interests in the Foundation’s work Developing the next generation of female tech talent from Moreton Bay.
Brooke Connell, Board Director. Relationships to the Colleges MBC Old Girl. Why I Volunteer for the Foundation Board Strong interest in creating opportunities for amazing educational experiences, both at the Colleges and in the wider community. My special interests in the Foundation’s work Governance and investment framework, catalysing educational experiences and community contribution.
My special interests in the Foundation’s work My particular interest is generating diverse partnerships within both the colleges community and the broader region to help deliver the Foundation’s strategic pathways.
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