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RGS students are mixing it with the best from around the State and the nation, whether that be in public speaking, mathematics competitions or a business challenge. Here is just a snapshot of achievements from Term 2!
National Finalist
Year 12 student Harshitha Peddireddy represented the Rockhampton Fitzroy River Lions Club at the National Final of the Lions Youth of the Year public speaking competition. Harshitha joined some of the best young public speakers from around Australia. Harshitha ealier won the Queensland final after being interviewed about her knolwedge of local, national and international affairs, along with leadership and community involvement. Harshitha also presented two impromptu speeches along with a prepared speech.
Mathematics Champions
Year 12 student Millicent Rayner (pictured) placed second in the State in the annual UQ/QAMT Problem Solving Competition. This followed RGS success in the regional Maths Team Challenge competition with Year 5, Year 6, Year 8, Year 9, Year 10, Year 11 and Year 12 teams winning their divisions and the Year 7 team placing second in their division. RGS Year 11 student Oliver Dunn won the Rex Boggs Medal in the individual shootout competition.
Jazz group wins National honour
Congratulations to the RGS Small Jazz Ensemble on placing first in their division at Generations in Jazz – a national jazz competition. Three students were also selected in the “super band”. Congratulations to Alain Li (Alto Saxophone), Millicent Rayner (Trumpet 1) and Ben Reid (Trumpet 2). Generations in Jazz is a National Jazz Band competition held throughout Australia each year that involves 5500 students performing across different sections and divisions.
Award recognises passion for education
RGS Headmaster Dr Phillip Moulds OAM was recognised on the Queen’s Birthday 2022 Honours List. Dr Moulds was awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for service to secondary education. Dr Moulds has been Headmaster at RGS since 2010, after previously working at Brisbane Grammar School for 18 years.
“Whether that’s on the sports field, classroom or in a music programme, community service or in the development of relationships,’’ Dr Moulds said.
Dr Moulds has dedicated his career to education.
At a tertiary level, Dr Moulds earned his PhD in Education from the University of Queensland and also posseses a Bachelor of Education Studies with First Class Honours, Postgraduate Diploma of Education, Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Music – all from the University of Queensland. During his 18 years at Brisbane Grammar School, Dr Moulds’ positions included Deputy Headmaster, Deputy Head of Boarding, Head of Science and Head of Chemistry. Dr Moulds is also a member on the ISQ (Independent Schools Queensland) board.
Receiving an OAM award is a “humbling experience” for RGS Headmaster Dr Phillip Moulds.
Dr Moulds said the award was a reflection of the work he had been able to do with a lot of wonderful people over a long period of time. “I see it as recognition of the school communities I’ve been a part of and the organisations I’ve been able to serve. I thank all the people who have supported me along the way. Without everyone working together you can’t achieve things for the students in your care,’’ Dr Moulds said. Dr Moulds said a career in education allowed him to help make a difference in students lives and contribute not only to that student but to the broader community. “As a father (of two children, Lachlan and Claire), you really care about your kids and how they grow up, and you worry about their future. To be entrusted with that with thousands of students over the many years is one of the most important jobs you could ever do,’’ Dr Moulds said. Moving forward from receiving this honour, Dr Moulds “absolutely” has more to achieve moving forward. “You can always be better,’’ Dr Moulds said. “At schools, as teachers, you always want to leave wherever you are in a better place and that you’ve been a part of that. “That’s still a journey for me. “I have a particular passion for regional and rural education. I would like to make a difference in ensuring high quality education is available throughout the state and nation, irrespective of where any child goes to school.” Dr Moulds said one of the most rewarding asepcts of his job was working with great staff and students, and in partnership with engaged parents who all want to see the children do extraordinary things.
