PLC i n P ri nt | M ay 2020
Above: Gwen Leong, Wendy Southward, Catherine Zeng, Hui-Ling Yeo, Vajra De Silva, April Lim, Dawn Clements, Ling Browne, Dhakshi Ravishankar, Hilda Tirtadjaya
PLC Parent Groups
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Hethersett members enjoyed their annual Christmas luncheon held on the Croquet Lawn in the Boarding House. Hethersett Group The PLC Christmas luncheon was organised by the Hethersett Group on 15 November 2019. 95 parents and staff from the Junior and Senior school attended and were treated to a candid and inspirational message from Old Collegian Penny Loorham (1986 ) who is the chief designer for the well-known Perri Cutten fashion label. The luncheon was served buffet style and lovely Christmas decorations adorned the marquee lawn. A wonderful array of raffle prizes ensured many walked away with something in their hands and a broad grin across their face! It was a truly splendid way for parents and staff to celebrate the end of the year! Hethersett warmly welcomes all parents and we would love for you to get involved. The main purpose of the group is to support the school in organizing events such as the athletics carnival, Harmony Day lunch, Mothers’ Day morning tea, Fathers’ Day breakfast, and the Christmas luncheon. These activities provide a fantastic opportunity for parents to meet with each other while contributing to the school. Contact plchethersett@plc.vic.edu.au April Lim President
Prayer Group
Above: Karen Yap, Dianna Xu, Rena Frederick, April Lim, Heather Newhook, Rev Nick Curtis
The PLC Prayer Group continues to meet regularly. The Junior School’s meeting occurs every other Wednesday morning, during Week A. The Senior School meets every Thursday from 1.30 to 2.30pm. A broad range of people attend prayer group, including staff members (past and present), Old Collegians and parents. All are welcome – our oldest member is in her eighties! The Prayer Group volunteered their services at the Christian Union (CU) BBQ launch in February. Girls had the opportunity to enjoy a sausage and drink, whilst listening to the CU captains as they explained the various activities lined up for the year. The groups meet together to pray and to offer support to one another. We pray for the needs of the school, the staff and the welfare of students and families. More recently, there has also been a focus on the challenging issues facing our community, including the bushfires and coronavirus. We also receive confidential prayer requests from PLC families. We have seen many answered prayers. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve and impact on communities, cities and nations, we will continue to pray for PLC staff and students, families and others. April Lim Convenor
