Rising Star | Term 1 2022 by MoretonBayColleges

TERM 1 2022

RISING STAR Breadth of mind, Depth of heart

Mrs Janet Stewart Principal

The Bay spirit call unites us all The Bay spirit call unites us all; this evocative legacy of our Seniors of 2022 has certainly captured the resilient spirit of our community’s response to a rather chaotic start to this academic year. After enduring a delayed start to face to face teaching, followed by some tough restrictions and flooding, and then a weather event, the rhythm and routine of our first term of learning was considerably disrupted. Yet through it all, this community has rallied to the call and united to face our latest foes.

– they too asked girls to ‘bust’ the unkind actions of peers and instead demand a kindness culture where girls are upstanders in the face of mean behaviour. With Primary and Secondary students ‘united’ they came together for a P-12 Pinknic, demonstrating a united front to ‘bust’ bullying behaviours at MBC. Now facing the third year of this COVID-19 pandemic, the Bay spirit call continues to drive and motivate us. Our incredible staff responded swiftly at the start of the year (and then later in the term) to flip teaching and learning online. Remote at home learning has become second nature to our students and staff, and although it demands considerable preparation and creativity on the part of our teaching staff, it is a form of learning which we are able to do successfully and effectively. With the support of our wonderful Information Technology Team, we have also been able to keep our wider community connected and united as we live stream special events and present live forums to ensure we provide parents with the information they need to support their daughters in these uncertain times. Again, this year, we have offered online and face-to-face parent teacher interviews; we have listened to our parents’ needs and we have responded to their ‘call’. The Bay spirit call has also ensured that our new students – all 185 of them in Term 1 - have felt connected to their Bay family and so begin to foster a sense of belonging on their Bay journey. As our enrolments continue to grow, we started the year with nearly 800 in our secondary school and just over 350 in our primary school, we have held fast to the Greene sisters’ philosophy of the holistic development of the girls in our care. In those first two uncertain weeks of the school year, our teachers in primary connected with our new families personally and have been working to nurture supportive relationships in their classrooms; our secondary Heads of House have interviewed every new student and sought insight on these new Bay girls’ transition from their ‘buddy’ or their Inter-Year-Carer (IYC). Such authentic pastoral care underpins the Bay spirit and calls each student and staff member to work together to live our values to enable our students to be the best version of themselves.

Listening at Primary and Secondary assembly as the College Captains shared the central message of their Senior mantra, I was inspired by their positivity and resourcefulness. They charged the gathered sub-schools to be Bay Busters and bust out any negative spirit, mindset and pessimism which can consume us in these trying times. It was then encouraging to see our Primary Public Relations Leaders adopt this mantra later in the term, when they constructed their videos and presented an address relating to National Week of Action Against Bullying

Fundamental to the Bay spirit is also a call to learning and The MBC Learning Star has been a powerful approach which unites us all, from the youngest learners in our Early Learning Centre to our Primary and Secondary students. Developmentally this shared approach provides our students with consistent preparation for the future – privileging the skills of curiosity, collaboration, reflection, agility and agency in all our learning environments. Thus, it was affirming to learn of the strong results

Front Cover: Priya Dahiya, Mila Stribling (Swimming Captains) and Charlotte Craig as Lion Mascot 2

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of our 2021 graduating cohort. Their impressive results are presented further in this publication, but I would like to offer our warm congratulations to the class of 2021, their teachers and their parents on these impressive achievements. We are indeed united in our acclamation of their accomplishments in the QCE, the ATAR and the extensive VET qualifications. Excitingly, the year also started with a powerful demonstration of this Bay spirit with the acceptance of our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) by the Narragunnawali Reconciliation in Education Programme. The ongoing impassioned work of our Student, Staff and Parent RAP committees has certainly united to make a proud statement about our desire to take meaningful action to advance reconciliation, increase economic equity and support First Nations self-determination. With the support of our generous and hardworking P & F group we will soon have new flagpoles allowing us to fly the Aboriginal and Torres Strait flags every day, allowing us to demonstrate in a tangible way the inclusive Bay spirit call. Our RAP work continues apace, and we are especially excited at the agency shown by one of our Year 9 students who has embraced the aims of our RAP work in her Project 8 assignment. After meeting with Rev. Peter Lockhart and I, where the student presented a proposal about plans

for Reconciliation Week and how we can recognise our RAP commitment at other significant College events throughout the year, we are uniting to help realise these student-driven goals. The student voice on this journey is humbling and uplifting. The connectedness which underpins the Bay spirit call has ensured that at MBC, once again, we have not simply survived, we have thrived. The relationships between and across all year levels, and the united efforts to bring together our Early Learning Centre, Primary and Secondary schools, each contribute to strengthening the indomitable spirit of our community. This year, let us continue to be guided and inspired by the collective vision articulated so eloquently in our Seniors’ legacy. Courage and hope.

Bay Busters

2021 Scholars

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We were delighted to finally welcome back the graduating class of 2021 to celebrate their Academic Achievements. We are immensely proud of these students our newest Moreton Bay College Old Girls. Throughout their senior journey the class of 2021 displayed agility- flipping quickly to online learning, changing assessment dates, rescheduled events and celebrations. Displayed collaboration in their leadership – bringing the College community together through their legacy “Together we stride, power of the pride” and by striving to ensure that we all left the pink checks in a better place. Their curiosity to seek out and embrace new ways of learning in an ever-changing environment ensured we all had the opportunity to ponder and reflect on how each member of the Secondary school could be a better learner, teacher, and contributor. Finally, their passion for agency encouraged all of us to take ownership of the role we play in the learning process and the courage to do so with our own individual expression. We thank them for their contribution to our College, congratulate them on their results and wish them every success as they face new challenges and achieve new dreams. Finally, we look forward to welcoming our newest Old Girls back to share their stories with us in the future, remember – Once a Bay girl always a Bay girl. Mrs Kay Gleeson Head of Secondary

Left to Right: Dux of the College - Zoe Cumming, Proxime Accessit - Jasmin Simon

CAPTAINS Meet the Captains

Emma Watson College Captain Who is your greatest role model? I have been so fortunate to have so many female role models in my life. However, if I had to pick just one, I would say my Nanna was my greatest role model. She lived a life full of colour and confidence despite the challenges she faced, she always showed up for the people she cared about day in and day out with a smile on her face. She defied the stereotypes of women during her time, she fearlessly led women through sport, education and voice, never taking no for an answer. What would you like the class of 2022 to be remembered for? When I think of the class of 2022 the first words that always come to mind are resilient, fun and passionate. As a cohort we have faced many challenges over the years, but I think it has always been our fun nature that has brought us back together. I hope we are remembered for this fun nature and confidence, which has curated a humorous, outspoken and passionate cohort of young women. What defines leadership? For me, I have always associated the idea of leadership with being a role model. When we think of role models, we often think of someone who is always on top of things, who always presents themselves well and who always seems to know how to respond to moments of uncertainty. While these are without doubt important characteristics of leadership, I truly believe that the most important aspect of leadership is showing others growth. It’s not about being the loudest voice, dominating or being in control all the time. It’s about listening with open ears and an open heart and relating to your peers, assisting them through any challenge they may face, so they come out the other side a stronger, more resilient and better person. What are you currently reading? I have heard from countless teachers, friends and family members that the best thing about getting older is that with every year that passes you start to care less and less about what people think of you, and more about what truly matters to you as an individual. With the end of high school fast approaching I have taken time to read the work of Mark Manson. I find Manson’s counterintuitive approach to living a better life refreshing, as he describes the importance of acknowledging challenges in life and the importance of carefully choosing what things really matter in life. I love the way he delivers a major reality check that life isn’t always about positive thinking or “turning lemons into lemonade”, sometimes all we can do is “learn to stomach lemons better” and move on from the things we cannot control. So, we can spend more time on the things the matter most to us. 6

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Piper Miller College Worship and Service Captain Who is your greatest role model? My greatest role models are my parents. Being an only child means that I constantly look to my parents for comfort and gentle, yet constructive, advice. Not only do they love and accept me for the person I am, but they work their hardest, as a team, to give me endless opportunities for the best chance of life. My parents raised me with the philosophy that 'You should treat others as you want to be treated' and to 'Always do your best', and thus I channel their words through my actions every day in honour of them. They're kind-hearted, loving, driven, supportive, and a rock in my stormy sea. They embody everything I want to be. What would you like the class of 2022 to be remembered for? I would like the class of 2022 to be remembered as leaders who create change; leaders who stand up for what they believe in; leaders who are steadfast role models for younger students to follow. We have grown so much closer particularly throughout 2021 and 2022, and I hope that our actions encourage all students to continue embodying our spirit to become the great leaders of our world in the future. What role does faith play in your life? Faith is a grounding point in my life. It allows me to wind down after a long day, exercise gratitude, and have assurance that things will always turn out okay whenever times become difficult. My faith gives me opportunities to centre myself and reminds me to practice compassion. What are you currently reading? I am currently reading Apocalypse Never by Michael Shellenberger. It's a non-fiction book detailing the dangers of environmental alarmism in a world where climate change remains an eminent issue. Seeing how significant global warming is to our world today, it's important to be informed of the science and logic behind the facts in order to build a better future.

Chloe Nikola College Academic Captain

Emma Bible College Sport Captain

Who is your greatest role model? My greatest role model is Ash Barty. Yes, she is well-renowned for her skill, athleticism, and game-smarts, but her personality and attitude towards the game is what she is most remembered for. I aspire to emulate her humility in success and graciousness in defeat and attack each challenge that I face with the same grit and determination she does. It is this mindset, more than her physical talent, that sets her apart and ensures she enjoys chasing her goals and embraces hardship.

Who is your greatest role model? This may be quite cliché, but my parents. Since day one they have instilled in me values that have helped me navigate through life a better person. My dad’s constant positive attitude inspires me every day to look at life as something to conquer, not something that can conquer you. My mum constantly amazes me with her willingness to help others, and her selflessness in all aspects of her life. They both provide me with positive examples of someone I can look up to and admire. Their constant support and tokens of wisdom make me realise how lucky I am to have them. I hope that one day I can grow into half the person that they are.

What would you like the class of 2022 to be remembered for? I would like the class of 2022 to be remembered for our infectious spirit. For being a bubbly cohort who, whether we were competing for the pink sea or standing within it, led by example with our unity. I hope that, throughout the remainder of this year, we continue to inspire and foster Bay Spirit within our community and call all Bay Busters to support each other in hardship and in triumph. As a cohort, we hope to leave a symphony of voices calling each other embrace the Bay Spirit, and everything that comes with being a Bay Girl. Where will we find you in five years? Wow, trying to picture the next 5 years of my life is daunting! At the moment, I’m focussed on finishing the year, soaking up every ‘last’ in my high school and making the most of every opportunity my Senior Year provides! But, beyond the gates of MBC, I hope to study a Law degree, and urge myself further out of my comfort zone on the sporting field, in university and in the workforce! Just as I have at MBC, I want to live a life of no regrets, feeling fulfilled that I have left no stone unturned in my search for new passions and challenges. What is your ‘go to’ study strategy? On the sporting field, I’ve always been taught the mantra ‘practice how you play’, and this is equally as relevant for studying! So, my biggest strategy is to study like you will be tested, with practice questions. These allow me to track my progress, and practice applying my knowledge in an exambased situation. This enables me to know I have practiced the necessary skills so I can feel confident going into an exam.

What would you like the class of 2022 to be remembered for? If there’s one thing that’s stood out for me throughout the years I have grown up with this cohort, it’s our sense of community. The ability to stick through turbulent times together and come out on the other side more determined and motivated individuals is an amazing thing to see. Our cohort has been able to create an environment where I believe that anyone can feel they belong and that their opinions and beliefs are valued. What do you enjoy most about competitive sports? I love how much sports challenges me and gives me something to work towards. I have always been a highly driven person and sport provides a place to channel that. Pushing myself harder and harder every day to see the results pay off is an extremely rewarding feeling. But for me sports wouldn’t be half of what it is if it weren’t for the incredibly special sporting environment at MBC. Being surrounded by coaches, teammates and friends who constantly support you and push you to do better makes all the hard work worthwhile. The friendships and connections I have formed are far more valuable than any medal I could receive. Where will we find you in five years? Whilst I have no idea what’s going to happen in one year let alone five, I hope that one thing is true, I’m doing what I love. No matter where I am or what I’m doing if there is something in my life that brings me joy every day, I know that I’ll be doing something right. I aim to be living a life that is surrounded by love from family and friends. I hope that I’m staying fit and healthy and keeping both my mind and body active. Ideally, I’d be super rich too with 5 Lamborghinis and a mansion on the river, but one can dream.

Shannon Dean College Cultural Captain Who is your greatest role model? My greatest role model is my mum. As a single mum of two kids who suffered from cancer, she taught me that no matter what you are going through, always look for the positives. She was the strongest, happiest, and most resilient person I know, and I live each day hoping to make her proud. She shaped my values and who I am as a person. Three pieces of her wisdom that I think everyone should value are: 1. Treat everyone as equals. 2. Be committed. And 3. Take good opportunities as they come. What would you like the class of 2022 to be remembered for? I would like the class of 2022 to be remembered as a collective of strong young women who stand up for what is right and live by their values each and every day. This means keeping each other accountable for their actions and encouraging everyone to be the best version of themselves. In doing so, I hope that we leave the Bay community feeling confident within ourselves so that the next chapter of our lives is filled with lots of happiness and great things.

What inspired your love for the arts? To be completely honest I have always loved to sing because it makes me happy. This is what grew my love for musical theatre, drama and performing in general. The performing arts became an environment in which I felt comfortable expressing my true self. I learnt that it isn’t a competition when on the stage, it isn’t about success or failure, it’s about how you feel when you’re up there. What’s so powerful about the arts is that the artist’s emotions and passion for their performance is passed onto the audience. So, when I perform, not only do I feel happy, but I have the opportunity to make others feel the same, and I think that’s why the arts are so special to me. Where will we find you in five years? Hopefully in five years’ time, I would be just about to finish my engineering and architecture degree at UQ. I would be living in a cute little apartment in the city and working as a barista in a nearby coffee shop. I would have travelled the world in uni term breaks with friends and I would be in a very comfortable position to start the next chapter of my life. My passion for singing will still be strong and in my free time I will be writing and producing songs. So, who knows, maybe I’ll be the next Adele HAHAHA.

Chloe Nikola, Shannon Dean, Emma Watson, Emma Bible, Piper Miller 8

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Ms Delia Stecher Deputy Head of Secondary – Teaching and Learning

Academic Achievements The academic achievements and destinations of our 2021 cohort show the depth and breadth of talent and hard work that was displayed throughout their Senior phase of learning. As a cohort, it was the collective strength of conviction and ‘can-do’ attitude, along with the support for one another that made the 2021 cohort so successful. With 24% of ATAR-eligible students gaining an ATAR of 95 or higher, 42% gaining 90 or higher, and 70% gaining 80 or higher, it is evident that students achieved highly in their areas of passion. We encourage and foster student agency and support students to choose subjects and lines of learning that are of interest to them. The 2021 cohort had 118 graduating students and their chosen lines of study resulted in 114 different combinations of subjects undertaken The mean 2021 ATAR was 84.87 with a median of 88.03. 100% of our students gained their QCE and 42% of students also gained a VET qualification. 23% of students achieved at least five A’s for school-based subjects, demonstrating the high level of engagement in their chosen subjects. The VET courses that students chose to study were varied, with 26 students gaining a Diploma in various fields. Two students engaged in School-based traineeships. The growth of the VET program demonstrates to both students and the broader community that passion areas are here to be explored and we eagerly support students in this process. When we assist senior students in preparing for their next phase of learning, we encourage aspirational goals. All of the 2021 cohort who applied to QTAC to study in 2022 received an offer, with 74% obtaining their first preference. 25% of the cohort received early offers in November, 50% received an offer in December, with the remaining receiving their offers in January. As has been the trend of our graduating cohorts for the past several years, Health has been the most popular field of study for the graduating cohort with 26% of students receiving an offer in this field. This was closely followed by Society and Culture with 22%, then Creative Arts, and Natural and Physical Sciences with 12% in each. This year we had a significant number of students apply for and obtain scholarships at a range of institutions. The overall achievement demonstrated in this data forms an incredible picture of the success of the cohort, however, it is the story behind the data that is truly worth celebrating. The personal achievements and the stories of courage and hope that are lived each day, by every student from the 2021 cohort, are truly inspiring. Work ethic and determination will take you far, and as a cohort they demonstrated this along with a good dose of humour and tenacity. On behalf of the broader community, we would like to congratulate the graduated class of 2021 on their successes thus far, and on the remarkable imprint they have left on our community. Congratulations and best wishes to you all.

Mr Stewart Kemperman Deputy Head of Primary – Students

First Impressions As I approached my first contribution for the Rising Star, being new and not wanting to mess it up, I began by looking back at previous editions. Opening the cover of a recent publication, there in big letters, was the quote ‘It takes a village to raise a child’. This sentiment of placing the child’s needs in the centre, and surrounding them with many positive influences from family, school and the wider community could not be more evident in my early impressions at Moreton Bay College. First impressions do matter, and I have certainly felt a genuine warmth around all the interactions, conversations and actions I have observed in my first few months. The staff have an unquenchable thirst for care towards their students. I am in awe of the lengths they have gone to support our girls. Parents have enthusiastically welcomed new families and old friends through the many year level picnics and events and have actively engaged with their child’s learning, volunteering to support the many wonderful programmes on offer. Finally, the students have demonstrated their care for each other, and their school through

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their fabulous work in Units of Inquiry, the student leader’s work through various events such as the Open Day and the Bay Buster initiatives through the National Week of Action Against Bullying and Violence. All in all, a supportive community creating an environment primed for quality teaching and learning. Despite this, what has been even more impressive is the College’s reflective thinking, and their effort to continually improve. This year, the Primary School will continue with their partnership with Charles Sturt University, and the research program of Wellbe. Wellbe is a wellbeing measurement and engagement tool. It provides holistic, evidence-based measurement tools and classroom check-ins to help understand and regulate student behaviour. Students up to Year 4 will regularly check in with Wellbe across the year, enhancing their understanding of their own social and emotional wellbeing whilst providing important data to their teachers. Likewise, students in Years 5 and 6 will participate in similar check-ins through a new platform called Pulse IQ. This platform is currently being used within our secondary cohorts and is part of a project partnership with the University of Adelaide. The ways in which we measure and support our children’s social and emotional wellbeing is continually evolving. Likewise,

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the modern-day father figure is evolving, and it is our girls who determine who these are. These days he comes in various forms, he may be single or married; gay or straight; an adoptive or step-parent or a community leader such as sports coaches or social worker. Whatever form he takes, he plays a pivotal role in the development of our girls. In my initial observations of father figures at MBC, one thing is clear, more than ever before, they are involved. Psychological research across families from all ethnic backgrounds suggests that a father figures' affection and increased family involvement help promote children's social and emotional development. If MBC is a learning environment that inspires girls, our father figures have a part to play in this.

with laughter and care. At MBC, we want to provide the best possible platform for engagement of our father figures, to create conditions for our girls to thrive. Launching in Term 2, The MBC Fathering Project is something I am incredibly excited about and strongly encourage you to consider for your girl as we build upon the incredible village that supports our children. The wellbeing and connection of our girls is so important to us. As a school, it would be negligent of us to not continually reflect and evolve our thinking in this space. In doing so, developing the hearts and minds of all in our community.

There is a special bond between a father (or father figure) and daughter. As part of our continual evolvement, we are looking at ways we can continue to facilitate the involvement of our father figures in the girl’s education. Therefore, Moreton Bay College is partnering with the Fathering Project to create a special opportunity for this. The Fathering Project educates, connects, and mobilises father figures and families to create brighter futures for children. They do this with research-based prevention and early intervention programs and resources that engage, inform, inspire, equip and support father figures. Essential to this, is creating memorable moments with the girls, filled

Mrs Kay Gleeson Head of Secondary

In life, we leap The beginning of 2022 presented an opportunity for us all to begin the school year differently. With true courage and hope the students and staff were agile and took up this challenge connecting through Remote at Home Learning with many activities involving floating thumbs up, emojis on screens, notes or questions in chat features and video check ins. The patience students and staff displayed towards each other was amazing and their willingness to leap into a new year with hope and eagerness to keep learning has been inspirational. It inspired students and educators to take a leap of faith, and this has challenged us to continue to inspire each of us to have the courage to leap in 2022.

To Leap In life, we leap - a lot! We take leaps of faith, we leap into action, we leap into the great unknown, we are often told that we leap before we look, we leap for joy, we leap over hurdles, and leap into relationships. There are times we leap impulsively, but for most of us, there is a long silent pause where we waver or hesitate between “to leap, or not to leap.” When we decide to leap or have the courage to leap – it’s real. It’s a big deal – and it’s not for the faint hearted. It requires incredible vulnerability and faith – a willingness to not know the outcome, to accept that we may be scared or may experience fear. However, it provides us with an opportunity to grow, to experience curiosity to have agency over our direction and to be open to new experiences. To leap requires us to: 1. Dream Have a big goal or an idea that may seem a bit out there but challenges you. This is the first step towards your leap and be sure to trust yourself that you have the ability to make this dream a reality. 2.

Trust the inner voice.

That feeling that rises in your gut is almost always right – trust it, follow it and allow the burning desire to achieve your leap overcome the feelings of fear or trepidation.

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3. Surround yourself with people who lift you up. Gather your support team, the team who will walk with you in the ups and the downs. In your team have people who make you laugh, people who challenge you, people you trust, people who are better than you; but most importantly surround yourself with people who care. 4. Celebrate the wins Celebrate the small successes along the way and be sure to include your team. Be present, thank them for their support and celebrate the big wins too with members of your team. During the recent Winter Olympics we were all afforded the opportunity to watch this play out in our living rooms. While watching our Australian female Mogul and Snowboard athletes make history. However, it was not their success that had the world talking, it was the celebration and comradery of the team around each athlete that has inspired many. Athletes, coaches and support crews from different countries lifting each other up, supporting each other and celebrating the wins when one of them, or a competitor, took the leap and nailed it. 5. Embrace the losses and the struggles The other side of the wins are the losses and struggles when things don’t go right. Have the courage to embrace these, learn from them, and listen to your team as they encourage you to take the next leap. The net of support will catch you and sometimes it is not till we are in the middle of the challenge / struggle / loss that the net appears and surrounds us. We need to have the courage to take leaps because without them we never know the depth of our own courage or the strength of our own spirit. Without leaping we’d miss out knowing these truths about ourselves and others and the world would miss out on experiencing ours and others greatest gifts, joys, talents, and achievements. How unfair would it be for us to keep our best selves from each other, our community but most importantly from ourselves?

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There are many things that help us or provide structure for us to leap at MBC. Firstly, our Hearts and Minds Wellbeing Framework. It offers 5 actions that encourage us to connect, be active in our journey, to take notice of others and the world around us, to keep learning and to give. These actions support the opportunity for us to dream, to trust, to create our team, to celebrate and to learn from the struggles - encouraging us to leap.

Hearts and Minds Connect

Talk & Listen, Be There, Feel Connected

Be Active

Do What You Can, Enjoy What You Do. Move Your Mood

Take Notice

Keep Learning

Remember the Simple Things That Give You Joy

Embrace New Experiences. See Opportunities, Surprise Yourself

Give

Your Time, Your Words, Your Presence

Secondly the Teaching and Learning Approach – The MBC Learning Star. With its approaches of Agency, Collaboration, Curiosity, Agility and Reflection. Presents an opportunity to look at things differently, be open to new opinions, take ownership of our journey, value flexibility and take on feedback all important in achieving our dreams.

THE M BC

So, the challenge for our students, staff, and community for 2022 is to take on the courage to leap, so that you can be the best you!

NING STAR R A E L Agency

Collaboration

Voice Choice Ownership

Communicate Cooperate Contribute

Reflection

OUR LEARNING

COMMUNITY

DEMONSTRATES

Agility Open-minded Adaptable Resilient

Feedback Growth Progress

Curiosity What is possible? What else? What if?

INTERHOUSE EVENTS Years 4-6 Swimming

Years 3-6 Cross Country

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Mrs Michelle McKersey Deputy Head of Secondary – Students

2021 University of Adelaide Wellbeing Survey Results Following the implementation of the Hearts and Minds Wellbeing Framework in 2018, the College sought expertise on how to ensure the framework was effective in supporting student wellbeing. This led to the formation of a research partnership in 2019 with Associate Professor Mathew White and Professor Faye McCallum from the University of Adelaide. This partnership involved a research project in which the wellbeing of MBC and MBBC Year 6 to 12 students and all employees was measured via a survey designed by Associate Professor White and Professor McCallum. Following analysis of the data from the student and employee wellbeing surveys, a descriptive report on the wellbeing of the College was prepared and this informed the College’s next steps in this area. The College’s partnership with the University of Adelaide has continued and in August 2021 we undertook a second cycle of wellbeing measurement. Year 6 to 12 students and employees from both Colleges were again invited to participate in this measurement project and the data from the surveys has been used to determine the direction the College will take to enhance our wellbeing strategy in 2022. The students’ response to the 2021 wellbeing surveys was very positive with 579 Year 6 to 12 MBC students (i.e. a response rate of 68.8%), opting to participate. This was almost double the uptake in the 2019 survey, indicating significantly greater wellbeing engagement. This increased interest in wellbeing for our students was also evident in their responses to openended questions in the survey, which were much more in depth compared to 2019. This suggests that they are more adept at understanding how their thoughts, feelings and actions are linked to their own wellbeing. One of the questions in the survey asked students to define wellbeing and their responses showed an understanding that wellbeing is multi-dimensional and more nuanced than simply ‘feeling good or feeling bad’. Student responses to other open-ended questions about school belonging and engagement also showed deeper understanding compared with responses in 2019. These results are pleasing and reflect our continued focus on wellbeing and the work done to action the 2019 survey recommendations. Students were also asked to comment on how they perceived COVID-19 was reshaping their learning and this was categorised against the themes of remote at home learning (RAHL), wellbeing, gratitude and learning effectiveness. These questions generated mixed responses from students with some articulating they benefited from RAHL and others reporting they found it challenging. When students were asked what they valued during the disruption of COVID-19 themes that emerged were

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growing confidence in being more autonomous in their learning, gratitude for their teachers and their parents’ commitment to their education. In addition to the open-ended questions, students were asked questions related to 16 wellbeing factors and it is interesting to compare the 2019 (pre-COVID-19) quantitative data with that in 2021. In both years a high rating was reported for connectedness, indicating that students continued to feel valued, loved and supported. Although the measurement was conducted during/just after a period of lockdown and RAHL, levels of perseverance, engagement and optimism were approximately the same as in 2019. These results were encouraging as they suggested that students maintained their wellbeing during this challenging time In the 2021 survey there was a slight elevation in somatic symptoms reported and likewise with depression and anxiety. These results are not surprising and could possibly reflect the challenges of the pandemic for young people and the lockdown at the time of measurement. Another explanation for these results could be that since 2019 our students have developed a greater awareness and understanding of wellbeing and are more adept at identifying when they are not feeling good or functioning well. The issue of inclusivity and diversity is important to our school, as is evident by Pathway 3 in the Strategic Plan (i.e. Working together in an inclusive, supportive, Christian culture) and has also become increasingly important to our students. Therefore, we were eager to hear our students’ perspectives and asked the University of Adelaide to include questions related to inclusivity and diversity. Students’ responses were thought-provoking and indicate that they are seeking to understand more about inclusion and diversity and how it fits into the framework. Based on the data from the 2021 student wellbeing survey and the University of Adelaide’s recommendations, we plan to continue to focus on student engagement and ensure all dimensions of wellbeing are promoted and embedded into pastoral and wellbeing programs. Additionally, we intend to capitalise on students having valued working independently in RAHL and increase their understanding and capacity for autonomy in their learning. Integrating inclusivity and diversity into the Hearts and Minds framework will also be prioritised. Now in its fourth year, our research partnership with the University of Adelaide has taken wellbeing at MBC in an exciting direction, ensuring that the voices of students and employees are captured as we strive to deliver a wellbeing strategy which aligns with MBC’s context and meets the needs of our community.

VET Developing our students for tomorrow’s world via alternative pathways MBC’s engagement with Vocational Education and Training (VET) continues to grow. This was evidenced in 2021 with 42% of our Year 12 students completing a qualification before leaving the College. Of those students, 26 completed a Diploma of Business. The Diploma of Business enabled university entry in courses at QUT and Griffith University, some students receiving early university offers. The Diploma of Business students of 2021 formally receive their qualifications at the 2021 Scholars and Academic Awards Evening. In March 2022, Ms Hannah Bliss commenced her role as Senior Careers and Pathways Coordinator with a focus on continued development of MBC’s Career and VET programmes. Ms Bliss, will be working across the Senior School in specialised careers classes, guided and supported QTAC applications (Year 12), UNIQ You involvement (Years 10,11 and 12), The

Vocational Education and Training (VET) at Moreton Bay College 2021 Year 12 Cohort

Level | Method of VET

Careers Department (Years 11 and 12) and creating wonderful opportunities within work experience, student engagement, VET expansion and specialised programmes unique to MBC and the pathways programme. Welcome Ms Bliss. Students are encouraged during their Senior Years to seek career pathway opportunities. MBC’s goal is to have students equipped with tools in their career tool kit providing diverse opportunities when leaving the Bay gates. Our VET program provides some of these tools with a variety of VET courses, traineeships, qualifications, apprenticeships and undertaking work experience during school holidays. Ms Katrina Shehab, VET Coordinator

Number of students

Qualification

School -based Traineeship

Certificate III in Sports Coaching (Equine)

Diploma

Diploma of Business in Schools

Diploma of Social Media Marketing

Total

Certificate IV

Total

Certificate III

Certificate III in Business Administration

Certificate III in Dance

Certificate III in Events

Certificate III in Fitness

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance

Certificate III in Make Up

Certificate III in Screen and Media (Film and Television)

Certificate IV in Crime and Justice

Total

Certificate II

Certificate II in Health Support Services

Certificate II in Hospitality

Certificate II in Music Industry (Sound Production)

Certificate II in Rural Operations (Horse Husbandry)

Certificate II in Tourism

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Qualifications - Year 12 Exit Cohort 17

VET combined with ATAR Studies VET at Moreton Bay College is diverse and aimed at meeting student needs and career pathways. Oriel Copeland is one of our talented dancers within Senior Curriculum Dance and Senior Dance Troupe. Oriel is working towards her ATAR and focuses on her five ATAR subjects in addition to her dance certificates. Oriel completed a Certificate III in Dance in 2021 with Bayside Dance Academy and Empowerdance Pty Ltd and has started her Certificate IV in Dance this year. Oriel will use these qualifications to gain teaching roles in Dance studios.

Phoebe Smirk proactively secured a two-week work experience with CSIRO over the summer holidays. Phoebe spent time with Data 61, the data science, engineering and design division. Phoebe was able to use specific software utilising her coding skills and using 3D design printer technology was able to interact with robots. Phoebe met and worked with inspirational people in the CSIRO data science team.

Work Experience

These work experience opportunities as so valuable for students to identify career pathways and would not be possible without the wonderful businesses and supervisors taking on these students. Thank you.

An important part of understanding career choices and trialling industry is through work experience. Work Experience at Moreton Bay College is traditionally undertaken during the school holidays. In 2021, 10 students engaged in work experience. COVID has impacted on our work experience engagement, however, of the 10 students who undertook work experience, five students have secured a traineeship or job as a direct outcome of the experience. In June 2021 Hannah Trevethan undertook work experience to confirm her passion for the building industry and is now a School Based Apprentice with GHD Constructions and studying the Certificate III in Construction while also studying a Diploma of Business and core subjects to attain her QCE. Hannah has been busy on sites across Brisbane, in particular, flood impacted areas this year.

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The Moreton Bay College VET Student of the Year 2021 is Greta Brown. Greta started her Vocational Education and Training journey in February 2020 at Mater Education in South Bank. Greta completed a dual Certificate II/III in Health Services Assistance juggling senior subjects and a day off campus combined with COVID impacts studying within a hospital precinct. During 2021 Greta confirmed she wanted to study nursing. With the assistance of Ms Stecher, Greta reformatted her subjects and studied a Diploma of Business via Virtual Reality with Prestige Service Training RTO:31981 during Year 12, to create opportunities at university. Greta is currently studying a Bachelor of Nursing at Griffith University – Nathan Campus, her first preference and works part-time in a receptionist role. Congratulations Greta!

CULTURAL Visual Art We have started 2022 with some exceptional art experiences, beginning with guest artist Sophie Munns. Sophie is an inquiry artist who works under the banner of SeedArtLab. She creates imagery using motifs and symbols inspired by seeds. Looking at biodiversity, she highlights the importance of research and preservation into the future. Year 10, 11 & 12 had the opportunity to engage with Sophie’s process and technique to develop a range of artworks as a launch pad for further development in the creative process. Year 9 have been investigating and responding to Portraits. Daniel Butterworth who is an established artist specialising in portraiture joined us for a few painting sessions to explore expressive painting techniques. The students have produced several artworks as a result with dynamic visual conventions.

Dan Butterworth Workshop

Highlighting some achievements from 2021 saw us celebrate the participation of Eloise Mckeon (Year 10 2021) with the In-Residence Programme run by Creative Generations and supported by QAGOMA. This is a three-day programme that provides Year 10 students form across Queensland the opportunity to learn and experiment with new processes and techniques alongside an artist. Eloise produced some beautiful works which can be seen in the online gallery here. We look forward to more creative ventures throughout 2022 with the opportunity to engage in an excursion to QAGOMA, an incursion with First Nations artist Kim Ah Sam and much more creative inquiries and curiosities. Mrs Jacquie Jones, Secondary Visual Art Teacher / Greene-ware Co-ordinator

Eloise McKeon

Sophie Munns

Dan Butterworth Workshop

Sophie Munns

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CULTURAL A new space The College’s Co-Curricular Dance Troupe programme has continued to grow significantly highlighting the high standard of performance and coaching taking place in this co-curricular domain. To cater for the continuing demand, the need to secure another dance studio was a high priority in 2021. With the help of our Director of Sport, Sue Pavish, the Aerobics Room was deemed an appropriate space to upgrade to not only support the ever-expanding Dance Troupe program, but also enhance the College’s long standing Aerobics team and Premier Gymnastics Aero clubs, who have called the studio home for a number of years. A state-of-the-art sprung floor and Tarkett overlay was installed over the 2021 Christmas holiday period, allowing our dancers and aero team participants a safe and reliable space to cater for the high level of training that accompanies these performance areas. The upgrade of this space could not have been made possible without the hardworking support of the College’s Parents Arts Support Group (PASG), the Parent and Friends Committee (P&F), and a generous family donation, bringing the project to life. With over 120 students in the 2022 Dance Troupe program from Primary to Senior Secondary, the upgraded Aerobics Room could not have come at a better time, giving many more students the opportunity to participate and experience the high level of training and performance that the Moreton Bay College Dance Troupe program affords. Ms Kate Fitzgerald, Director of Co-Curricular Performance Dance & Drama Secondary Teacher - Dance

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Drama Troupe Drama Troupe was launched as a co-curricular activity at MBC in Term 4 2021 as an opportunity for students to connect with each other and their creative spirits in an inclusive and supportive environment. Our Drama Troupe thespians will be performing at various special events at the college and local community. We are looking forward to the Theatre Project in May where a guest Director will work with our students to create a play in 24 hours. This will be structured around pieces devised by our own Drama Troupe performers over the coming weeks. Drama Troupe will also take part in the National Simultaneous Storytime and Book Week, performing to our MBC Primary students. In the future, we are hoping that the student’s improvisation skills and competitive spirits will be utilised at the Youth Theatre Sports Festival where they will be given the opportunity to compete against other schools. This is a fun way for our students to gain valuable improvisation experience and stage and performance time in front of audiences. Drama Troupe at MBC requires a weekly commitment throughout the school year. There are currently two groups, one on a Monday afternoon (3:30pm – 5:00pm) and one on Friday mornings (6:45am – 8:00am). During rehearsals and workshops students collaborate with others from all year levels, having the opportunity to be actors, devisors and directors. Throughout this process students are given the opportunity to explore a range of dramatic forms and styles through a consideration and tackling of global issues and themes. Many of our Troupe participants bring with them an array of experience, sharing skills and techniques with each other. This has given our Drama Troupe groups the confidence and trust for a productive and creative collaborative space. Students who may not be as experienced are welcome in the space as the group continues to work with and learn from peers. Throughout the devising process, students are guided by teachers and peers to develop work inspired by personal stories, music, literature and other mediums that may prompt a specific theme or message for a performance piece. This is achieved through process drama directed by teachers or improvised short scenes based on a pretext surrounding a theme. Some examples of themes we have explored this year are “In the Night” and “This is the worst/best day ever.” During the devising process, students develop creativity, have ownership of their work and explore dramatic forms such as magical realism, abstract theatre and physical theatre. Finally, Drama Troupe is a safe space to share ideas, be your authentic self and connect with others. Not only do we fine tune our performance skills, but we also learn to be collaborative learners and adaptable performers. We explore the ins-andouts of theatrical life including performance, directing, lighting, and staging. Drama Troupe is a group for thinkers, creators, performers. Where all are welcome to come and gain experience and connection in the performing arts at MBC. Kathrine Lloyd and Robynne Schmidt, Drama Troupe Teachers

CULTURAL Choir Workshops

The annual Choir Workshop is a wonderful opportunity for both Moreton Bay College and Moreton Bay Boys College to unite and share their love of music. Despite a disrupted commencement of school and some strict COVID restrictions, the senior vocal ensembles were enthusiastic to productively rehearse and learn a variety of new pieces for the music calendar ahead. Our passionate singers worked on their Vocal Point and MBBC Vocal Ensemble repertoires before combining to practice Simon and Garfunkel’s classic work, The Sound of Silence, in preparation for the upcoming Classic concert. With the Music Centre filled with laughter, excitement, and creation of beautiful music, it was the perfect way to start 2022. Nandana Balu Nair, MBC Music Captain

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Classics - Part One After a year of delayed school commencement, COVID-restrictions and flooding, this year’s ever-popular Classic Concert was reimagined, split into two concerts. However, this did not diminish the enthusiasm of students to perform to a live audience of friends and family. From Senior Stage Band’s American Patrol to Chamber Percussion Ensemble’s 1812 Overture and Night on Bald Mountain, the night featured stunning repertoires of classics, old and new. Chamber Choir performed ABBA’s timeless classic Love of my Life and the haunting Pie Jesu, Vocal Point’s sang amazing renditions of Scarborough Fair and Canticle, and Earth Song, and the MBBC Vocal Ensemble performed This is the Moment, before the event finished with Chorale singing Set us Free and The Way Old Friends do, an expressive and exciting concert. We would like to congratulate all performers for their hard work to create a fantastic concert. Nandana Balu Nair, MBC Music Captain

SPORT

AFL Launch

AFL History was made on Saturday, 19 February, when the start of the inaugural Queensland Girls Secondary Schools Sports Association (QGSSSA) Senior Australian Football (AFL) competition. Students from Years 10, 11 and 12 contested a senior and open division. Years 7, 8 and 9 and primary grades will get involved in Terms Three and Four. 16 teams and 240 students from schools associated with the QGSSSA were to take part in a four-week round-robin competition. Unfortunately, due to the flood and closure of grounds only Round 1 and 4 were able to be played. Unique to the competition, all games will be played at centralised venues, bringing schools and students together on a weekly basis. The Brisbane Lions AFLW grounds at Springfield Sporting Complex held the first round of the competition while the final round the students had the opportunity to play at the Gold Coast Suns AFLW home at Metricon Stadium. Women’s football continues to grow and gain momentum in Queensland, and this is a fantastic example of another introduction point for girls to play the game. School sport is where some of the best friendships and footy memories are created.

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Charli Nikola

Moreton Bay Swimming

Medalists

QLD Top 10 Finish

Amani Alobaidli 50m Backstroke (Silver)

Amani Alobaidli 50m Freestyle 100m Backstroke

In the month of December each year, Queensland’s best swimmers converge on the Sleeman Aquatic Centre to take part in a 7-day competition, the Queensland Swimming Championships.

Francesca Chitukudza 100m Butterfly (Gold) 400m IM (Silver) 200m IM (Silver) 50m Freestyle (Bronze)

These Championships are considered to be the highest level of state competition in Australia, often attracting international athletes from Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong and even as far as Denmark.

Francesca Chitukudza 100m Freestyle 200m Butterfly 50m Backstroke 50m Butterfly 200m Freestyle

Matilda Gava 200m Butterfly (Bronze)

Grace Gerreyn 100m Butterfly

Sienna Gibson 50m Butterfly (Silver) 100m Butterfly (Silver) 100m Freestyle (Bronze)

Charlotte Kane 200m Freestyle 200m Backstroke 50m Backstroke 100m Freestyle

Charlotte Kane 100m Backstroke (Bronze)

Mila Stribling 50m Breaststroke 100m Breaststroke 200m Breaststroke

Mila Petrovic 400m IM (Bronze)

Sienna Parkes 200m Freestyle 200m IM

Moreton Bay College continued to be well represented, with 32 athletes competing in a variety of heats and finals. Congratulations to the athletes tabled below, who were awarded medals and/or placed in the top 10 in Queensland. Special mention to Mmes Chitukudza and Gibson, achieving medals in a variety of events, with Francesca achieving a Gold in the 100m Butterfly. Francesca’s time in this event, achieved the necessary qualifying time to competing in the 2022 Commonwealth Games Trials, held in Adelaide in May of this year. Mr David Lush Director of Swiming

Abby Ramage 50m Backstroke Olivia Slater 100m Backstroke Isla Flett 100m Butterfly Matilda Gava 200m IM 400m IM Sienna Gibson 200m Freestyle 50m Freestyle

SPORT QGSSSA Swimming The QGSSSA Swimming was rescheduled to Wednesday 17 March (two weeks later than the original date) due to the floods. The team maintained their focus training hard for the extra two weeks. Spurred on by the loud and enthusiastic chants of the MBC cheer squad at Chandler, the Team produced some very good results. MBC was placed 3rd in the Mollie Gould Cup (Championship aggregate) narrowing missing second place to St Margaret’s by 1 point! Our Open Relay team (Francesca Chitakudza, Amani Alobaidli, Grace Gerreyn and Mila Stribling) swam brilliantly to be placed 2nd in the prestigious Open Brockway Relay Cup, the last event of the night. Best age group performances came from the 12 years who were placed 2nd and the 13 Years who took out premiership.

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Andrews Cup Swimming The Swim team participated in the Annual Andrews Cup Carnival Chandler Pool Complex on Monday 7 March. After a disrupted preparation, the girls swam with pride and determination to be place 4th in both the Aggregate and Percentage Trophies, and 2nd in the Springfield Relay Cup. Our 12 years Age Group team were placed 3rd. MBC congratulates the Team on both their individual and team performances.

SPORT Wondall Road Challenge The Challenge Team competed against other State Schools in the area at the MBC Pool on Friday March 11. This team combined with MBBC to secure 2nd place behind Wondall Heights SS. This was a great effort from our 8–12-year-old swimmers who were able to show case their talents across all strokes at their home pool and on our Open Day. Mrs Rosemary Harm, Swimming Coordinator

Water Polo The 2021/22 MBC Water Polo season has finished very strongly with our girls all reaching the Semi-finals and the U13 team advancing to the Grand Final (result to come next weekend). It has been a successful season with the support and structure of our Water Polo coaches. We are very lucky to have Water Polo Olympian Dmitry Gorshkov, Queensland Thunder Water Polo player Dan Hansen, Alicia Gorshkov an Australian water polo representative and Noah Harron QLD representative; coaching and developing our teams over the past few months. For our students, it has been incredible to see their development and club spirit throughout the season. Every Wednesday our students train from 5:45am with energy and incredible positivity regardless of the previous weekend game results, they strive every week to improve as a team. The MBC programme has nurtured and developed young players onto Regional, State and Australian representative levels. Within Water Polo, the main focus is team and community spirit which has been evident this season, the support of each other has allowed our girls to progress together as a team to improve in and enjoy the sport of water polo Ms Lexi Iacovou, Water Polo Coordinator

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SPORT Coaches in the Spotlight

Hockey – Angie Lambert OAM, MBC Hockey Coordinator, MBC Open Hockey Coach What is your career highlight? Winning the Olympic gold medal at the Sydney 2000 games was one of the key highlights of my career, especially being 19 and so young. What is your favourite thing about the hockey program at MBC and what makes it different from other schools? I love the fact that the girls at MBC enjoy playing school hockey and don’t place too much pressure on themselves for results. Many of the other schools take school sport very seriously, where I believe school hockey is about fun, enjoyment, learning and developing in a relaxed environment. At MBC the girls can play and enjoy their hockey and still succeed.

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How did playing school hockey have a positive impact on the player you became? School was where my career began, one of my friends asked if I wanted to play in her team when I was 12 which was where I found my love for hockey. Playing school hockey allowed me to help other girls that weren’t as experienced to improve which is why I enjoyed it. What do you find most rewarding when coaching all MBC age groups from U9 to Opens? I find it extremely rewarding when the girls learn something new or when they do something they didn’t think they could do. Helping the MBC girls understand what they are capable of is also super rewarding as a coach. Interview and article by Charli Woosnam, Hockey Captain

Athletics|Cross Country Ben Norton What level have you coached at and how have these experiences influenced your approach to coaching at a school level? I’ve been on a number of international teams as a team coach for athletics Australia. In 2018 I went to Argentina with the Australian youth Olympic team as the middle-distance coach and head team manager. From there I’ve coached Cara FeinRyan who’s an old MBC girl and one of the MBC cross country and athletics coaches. She missed out on the Olympic selection by one spot worldwide. She now looks at World Championships for Commonwealth Games selection. Each athlete must enjoy the experience no matter what level they’re running at. We have created a team environment here at MBC where all the athletes are able to improve themselves and hopefully have fun at the same time. What are your aspirations for the cross country and athletics team in the future? We started last year with the annual cross-country champs

where the girls learnt about how to properly fuel their bodies, recovery techniques, and cross training idea. We also heard from some great guest speakers and their sporting journey and how they became more resilient in their sport. We have progressed from 7th to 4th to 2nd last year at QGSSSA cross country championships. I believe we have the squad of girls to progress to the top in the next year or two. It’s just great to see the girls start cross country in year 5 and see then graduate year 12 as better runners but more importantly better people as they learn about themselves through running. What is special about coaching the cross country and athletics squad at Moreton Bay? It’s been an absolute honour and privilege coaching this squad. This is actually my 8th year with MBC cross country, I just love the girls’ determination and persistence. They love putting their best foot forward in everything they do, especially in sport. The team environment that is created by the captains of our cross country team is unreal. It’s great to see everyone congratulating each other after a hard session. The vibe around the cross country girls is just fantastic. Interview and article by Emma Bible, Sports Captain

SPORT Cricket Although the 2022 QGSSSA Cricket season has been dampened (literally) by the recent weather events that have hit Queensland, there has been a lot to celebrate at MBC. None more so than the incredible young talent coming up through the ranks. In the Open Cricket Team, which is comprised of the best cricketers at the College and an honour usually reserved for Year 11 and 12’s, more than half of the team is made of students from Years 7 to 9. These young stars in the making have already made their mark on the 2022 season with some great individual performances including Kira Greatorix picking up three wickets in one over in her Open debut, and Astrid Muniandy and Ava Jacobsen both putting in impressive batting innings. However, what is most exciting is the foundation they are setting for a future of successful MBC Cricket. Dr Adam Zemski

The Primary Cricket program has had exciting growth since starting our first team in 2016, which initially started as a small sided lunchtime cricket tournament through a modified version of the game. When I saw the talent that the girls naturally had, it inspired me to start up our own Primary Cricket team to enter in the Lytton T20 Blast Cup. The skill level has increased over the years and more girls are keen to play Cricket. From starting with one original team, we are now entering three to four teams each year. The girls are then continuing their Cricket journey into Secondary which is inspiring for our young Primary cricketers to see and aspire to. We have also had the benefit of Secondary cricketers assisting with trainings and developing the skills of our Primary Cricket players which inspires the girls to follow in their footsteps. It makes me very proud to know where the girls started their cricket journey has allowed continuous growth and progression into Secondary Cricket where they very clearly hold their own and have had great success. These girls not only have a strong skill base, but they think about the game and analyse situations to adapt where needed. This is the making of a true cricketer. Mrs Tracy Boyd

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Cricket Profiles - Years 7-9 in the Open Cricket team Jess Cremin - Year 7 Bowling Style: Left-Arm Leg Spin Cricket Idol: Jess Jonassen Favourite Fielding Position: Point Club/Rep Teams: Met-East, Bears, Div. 5 Wellington Point, Tigers Second Grade Best Performances: 4/6 (three overs) 44 off 49 Balls Best Cricket Memory: Getting my first hat-trick (3/0 in one over) Cricket Aspirations: Play First grade, and go on to play for Australia What you love about MBC cricket: Playing with old friends and team-mates and making new friends.

Kirra Greatorix - Year 7 Bowling Style: Right-Arm Pace Bowler Cricket Idol: Mitchell Starc Favourite Fielding Position: Mid-Off Best Performance: 3/1 (one over) What you love about MBC cricket: The fun I have and the support I get.

Astrid Muniandy- Year 8 Batting Style: Right-Hand Batter Bowling Style: Right-Arm Medium-Fast Cricket Idols: Mitchell Johnson, Elyse Perry Favourite Fielding Position: Slip Club/Rep Teams: Wynnum Manly Junior Cricket Club, Women’s Second Grade, U/12 QLD team, U/15 City Fever Team, U/12 Met East, U/13 City Fever Team, U/13 Bears Team Best Performances: 3/1, 34* Best Cricket Memory: Playing U/12 Met East and scoring the winning runs with my good friend Cricket Aspirations: Making the Australian Cricket Team

Caitlin Leary - Year 7 Bowling Style: Right-Arm Fast Cricket Idols: Mitchell Starc Favourite Fielding Position: Mid-On/Mid-Off Club/Rep Teams: Wynnum Manly Sea Eagles, Bears Rep Best Performances: 4/21

Annie O’Farrell - Year 7 Bowling Style: Right-Arm Medium-Fast Cricket Idol: Marnus Labuschagne Favourite Fielding Position: Wicket Keeper Club/Rep Teams: Met East U/12, Bears U/13, Bulimba Cricket Club Best Performances: 3/10 (3 overs) 51(20) Best Cricket Memory: Hitting my first six What you love about MBC cricket: That we get to go on a bus to our games and that everyone in the team is very supportive.

Charlie Stickney - Year 7 Bowling Style: Right-Arm Medium-Fast Cricket Idol: Elyse Perry and Meg Lanning Favourite Fielding Position: Cover and Mid Off Club/Rep Teams: BEARS U13’s and Met East U12 – in team since I was Nine Best Performances: 6/9 – including a hat-trick and 64* Best Cricket Memory: Winning at States and becoming State Champions two years in a row for Met East Cricket Aspirations: Make the QLD Team for U15’s in a few years and play for Australia

Sophie Summerill - Year 7 Bowling Style: Right-Arm Leg Spinner Cricket Idol: Sophie Molineux Favourite Fielding Position: Short Mid-Wicket Club/Rep Teams: Met East Cricket Team under 12s, Bears junior rep 13s Best Performances: Bowling: 3/4 4 overs, Batting: 40 runs Best Cricket Memory: Winning Met East Cricket Aspirations: Playing First Grade Cricket in Wynnum Manly Cricket Club What you love about MBC cricket: I love all the support and comfort the girls have towards everyone and meeting some of the year 10s, 11s and 12s.

Ava Jacobsen - Year 9 Bowling Style: Right-Arm Medium-pace Cricket Idol: Meg Lanning, Pat Cummins, Marnus Labuschagne Favourite Fielding Position: Slips, Cover, Outfield/Boundary Club/Rep Teams: Wynnum Manly Cricket Club, Women’s Second Grade, Met East (U12 and U15), City Fever, Bears Best Performances: 38 not out, 3/10 Best Cricket Memory: When our Under 12 Met East team won the Premiership against Sunny Coast in Bundaberg, with 23 overs to go. Cricket Aspirations: Represent Australia

STAFF PROFILES The best moments are when a student realises that they have mastered a new skill

Mr Stewart Kemperman Deputy Head of Primary – Students I am originally from Melbourne where for the past 5 years I was Deputy Head of the Primary School at Haileybury College. Prior to that I worked at Caulfield Grammar School as a Leading Teacher and at St Margaret’s and Berwick Grammar Schools. What brought you to teaching? I have always wanted to be a teacher as I enjoy working with and mentoring people. Initially, I had ambitions to be a PE teacher, however, on my first teaching rounds it rained every day, so I changed to focus more on generalist /classroom teaching. My favourite teaching moment? There are so many it’s hard to name just one. The best moments are when a student has a moment of realisation that they’ve mastered a new skill or understanding, one where they previously thought it was too hard or said something like ‘I don’t get it!’ Knowing that as their teacher, I’ve had an influence and supported them in reaching that moment is such a special feeling and the reason why I always want to be involved in the classroom, irrespective of the role or title I may hold. My greatest hope for my students for 2022 is? Continuity in their learning. Given the interruptions of the past two years, I hope that our students get some continuity in their learning and maximise the effort they apply to all opportunities both inside and outside of the classroom.

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Hopes for me as an educator in 2022 are? Since arriving earlier this year, it is clear to me that there has been an enormous amount of work creating such a wonderful culture and environment for teaching and learning. I hope that I can build upon that and contribute to supporting the students, staff, and families as they navigate the ever-changing world in which we live. Which educator inspires you? I have been lucky to work with some terrific educators and leaders in my career, all of which have helped shape who I am today. Right now, I am enjoying the work of Simon Sinek, in particular his podcast, ‘A Bit of Optimism’. I find the discussions around happiness, vulnerability, gratitude, and community interesting and inspiring. The greatest lesson you have learnt from a student? Building on the saying, people don’t care how much you know, until they know how much you care, likewise, our students in a similar vein appreciate you taking the time to get to know them, understand them and show an interest in their pursuits and achievements both inside and outside of the classroom.

Teaching is such a rewarding career that lets you motivate and inspire individuals

Miss Steffany Mylonas Head of Business I have been teaching a wide range of Business subjects for seven years. Prior to teaching, I also worked as an accountant in the field of insolvency. I have always had a passion for business education and recently, was an excellence awardee for the Rising Star in Education from The Educator Magazine.

Hopes for me as an educator in 2022 are?

What brought you to teaching?

Which educator inspires you?

I have always had a passion for educating. Having been taught by such wonderful teachers, I was inspired to give back to the community. I also believe that teaching is such a rewarding career that lets you motivate and inspire individuals to achieve their potential. I love teaching Business as it is extremely relevant to our lives and it is fun showing the connection between what we learn in the classroom and what happens in the ‘real world’.

Michael McQueen – a keynote speaker for large companies who encourages the aspect of ‘teaching for tomorrow’. In his seminars, he inspires educators to find new and innovative ways of teaching that prepares learners for future advancements (in technology and society). He challenges the traditional way of educating and tries to implement new approaches that can lead to higher levels of understanding.

My favourite teaching moment?

The greatest lesson you have learnt from a student?

When students deliver their product pitches and see the reality of their vision/business idea come to life – especially when they start earning a profit!

Resilience – especially seeing the Seniors adjust to online learning during the pandemic. It was inspiring to see how they all showed perseverance and resilience to continue to strive towards their personal best.

To continue to develop effective and meaningful learning experiences for the classroom. I would also like to focus on innovative pedagogical approaches.

My greatest hope for my students for 2022 is? To leave the classroom with a passion and excitement for learning about the ‘World of Business’.

STAFF PROFILES In a school, it’s all about the little moments. They are everywhere and they should be celebrated profusely.

Ms Emilia Keene Head of Arts Curriculum, Drama Co-Curricular Performance I have been teaching Drama in schools and privately for over 20 years. Many of my students have gone on to perform professionally on stage and screen. Others have used their refined communication skills to enter fields such as law, politics, business, and education.

have just done something remarkable for them – performed on stage, did something out of their comfort zone, finally understood a complex concept, found a new friend, realised their potential. In a school, it’s all about the little moments. They are everywhere and they should be celebrated profusely.

I firmly believe that the arts are at the heart of a rounded education. My practice is founded in providing students with opportunities to connect with the human condition, build confidence and realise individuality.

My greatest hope for my students for 2022 is?

What brought you to teaching?

Hopes for me as an educator in 2022 are?

After school, when I applied to study for a dual degree in Drama and Education, I never thought for a moment that I would become a teacher. All I knew was that I wanted to do something creative, stimulating, rewarding and dynamic. I thought that was going to be something in the theatre, perhaps acting, designing or dramaturgy. Teaching would be my ‘back-up’. I reluctantly entered my first teaching practice as a twenty-oneyear-old female at an all-boys school and I was blown away. The atmosphere was challenging, fast-paced and electric. I fell in love with the buzz of teaching. Every day was rewarding and every day I laughed. I never turned back!

To find settle into my home at MBC and advocate for the transferable, life-long skills we foster in the arts.

My favourite teaching moment? This is a really difficult question to answer succinctly. A million little images are flicking through my mind and a lot of them contain big smiling faces. They are the faces of students who 36

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That they feel valued, are kind to themselves and achieve their own versions of success.

Which educator inspires you? Sir Ken Robinson because he bought the importance of arts education into the spotlight. The greatest lesson you have learnt from a student? Time, energy and patience are never wasted.

P&F Veronique van Heeswijk MBC P&F President A Marketing and Communications professional with a Dutch French background, Veronique joined the P&F committee in 2020 as President. Because MBC is more than just students and teachers, she felt she could use her skills and experience to benefit the broader community. Encouraging girls to develop into strong women by providing them an outstanding student experience is at the heart of her involvement with the P&F. Veronique believes the College provides her daughters Charlotte and Isabelle, the experience that allows them to graduate with the attitudes, attributes and skills that will provide the keys to becoming a global citizen. An exceptional journey to forge connections they will have for a lifetime. Veronique’s favourite quote is Coco Chanel’s: “In order to be irreplaceable one must always be different.”

P&F Update The Moreton Bay College Parents and Friends Association (P&F) has a significant role in developing a community of parents, friends, staff, and students. While we aim to provide opportunities to both ‘friends’ raise and fund-raise, we are also aware that we create connections between families. We see it as our task to ultimately seek ways to enhance our girls’ learning experience while strengthening our vibrant community. To this end, the P&F Association continues to focus our efforts on the MBC Community, to provide opportunities for parents to meet and get to know each other and to support the College’s wish list. Last year, we have enthusiastically organised the P&F High Tea, Mother’s and Father’s Day Stalls and the P&F Colour Run. Our support groups for Performing Arts, Tennis, and Sailing continue to enhance the experience of girls active in these pursuits. In the course of 2022, we continue to work towards our goal to promote the interests of and facilitate the development and further improvement of Moreton Bay College, by fundraising, promoting close cooperation between parents of Moreton Bay College, and promoting positive community support.

Mrs Alex Givney Director of Philanthropy

2021 Impact Report We give to the VBF because my children are using the facilities paid for by the parents of previous students2021 Parent Survey response. While the Moreton Bay Colleges’ Foundation was only formed five years ago, our combined College communities have instilled the spirit of giving for over 120 years. The MBC founding Greene sister’s family gave by building the Bay Terrace school for their daughters to run. In the early 2000s, our community came together to found Moreton Bay Boys’ College and the generosity of our donors continued. Since then, families, past students, staff and our wider community have given to our colleges to ensure their future. The Foundation was established to be the custodians of these gifts and in 2021 we were proud to report the following:

3 Bursaries funded

1m invested - our portfolio grew over 10% in 2021

15K in grants and sponsorship to the Robotics Programme

25K contributed to fund new technology at the Colleges

8K profit from the first Business Breakfast

27K raised by the Raffle

37 events attended with Alumni groups

71 Foundation Folders sold

Save the Dates: In 2022 we are excited to be launching our first Giving Day on Thursday 26 May and we will host two Business Breakfasts – Friday 20 May and Friday 19 August. More information is available on our website: https://foundation.moretonbaycolleges.qld.edu.au 38

THE RISING STAR | TERM 1 2022

Meet our leaders Mr Anthony Lee, Chairperson, The Moreton Bay Colleges' Foundation

Reason for joining the Foundation: The education provided to my wife years ago by MBC and to our children has been pivotal in their lives and I'm keen to see continued investment in our Colleges so they can achieve their full potential in developing the society's citizens of tomorrow. What skills and experience do you bring to the role? I come from a diverse background as an Executive involved in organisational transformation, strategy, major capital investment, commercial governance and technology implementation. Additionally, I've transitioned to being a 'stay at home' Dad with an appreciation of the crucial supporting roles we can play in our community. Your vision for the Foundation in 10 years? It's important that the Foundation develops from its establishment phase to a sustainable position of perpetual funding growth through the implementation of effective annual giving programs, demonstrated delivery of capital to major works, sound investment management and a suite of supporting events that engage our broader community. Something we should know about you... I'm a big computer gamer who loves the joy and learning that thoughtful implementation of gaming technology can bring to people.

Mrs Janelle Bostock, Deputy Chair, The Moreton Bay Colleges' Foundation

Reason for joining the Foundation: Being an active member of the College community since my son started Prep, it was a way to give back to the school and contribute to the future education and facilities of both Colleges. The Board has a more strategic focus on future growth and planning for both Colleges. Having the opportunity to take on a Board position, is not only very rewarding, but I also enjoy collaborating with my peers, and gives that sense of pride and satisfaction to cement the solid foundations of our past, with a strategic focus on catering for the students of today and tomorrow. Following on from the theme of IWD2022 – Break the Bias. We strive to make a difference and want a world that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. We don’t want to walk in front of you, or behind you, but walk beside you in whatever you set out to achieve. What skills and experience do you bring to the role? I have a diverse background in working with not for profits, private and public sector, as well as owning my own businesses, I feel I can bring a different focus around the table. With my diverse skills, connections and innovative ideas (sometimes a bit left field), I enjoy the stakeholder engagement piece, building relationships with our wider business and College community. Making true connections for the future of the Colleges. Your vision for the Foundation in 10 years? I agree with Anthony in that it is important that the Foundation develops from the establishment phase and moves to a sustainable position. We also look at the Capital works programme, consider the environmental impact and consider renewable energy and systems. Continue to grow and establish the Business Breakfast series for the Colleges so it is seen as a must-attend event. Showcase guest speakers that provide a platform for current and influential people that add value to the Colleges and business community. Something we should know about you... I’ve published my first book – that I co-authored – Humble Leaders, which shares the stories of 12 inspiring women from diverse backgrounds and tells how they overcame challenges to persist and thrive in business. I am incredibly proud of what we have achieved in the first compilation book. I hope that sharing my own story will inspire more women to lead in their own authentic way and harness the power of networking. It teaches us to be a little kinder to ourselves. Resolve today that you are going to spend more time working on the areas that do make a difference and spend less time on those that fall short. 39

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