PRODUCTION Dear Reader, From the very beginning of the design process the Reporter Committee presented two strong ideas, both of which focused on the evolution of our School community. One idea was for a contemporary time-lapse design emphasising the physical changes the School has gone through, while the other was a more traditional design that focused on life in the Scotch Community. This year the Reporter Committee has chosen a traditional approach in designing our annual publication. At the beginning of the 2015 academic year, Captain of School Oliver Heath challenged the Senior School boys to be “Men of Honour” and we felt this powerful theme coincided perfectly with the celebration of the centenary of the ANZAC landings at Gallipoli. As a result we decided that our design would encourage reflection on our School’s many longstanding traditions and its rich history, in addition to highlighting the experiences and achievements of the current year.
The Reporter itself is one of those traditions, providing insight into College life at the time of publication. Our choice of the leatherbound appearance for cover evokes a sense of history, value and comfort, whilst the choice of lettering gave the publication some classic style reminiscent of the early 20th century. The inclusion of images of historic artefacts throughout the publication provided links between the past and the present. These are choices that we hope illustrate the specific significance of this year in our College’s history, one that provides a counterbalance to the increasing modernisation of the School in accordance with our needs. Years from now, people who are visiting the archives or attending reunions will be able to see this snapshot of time and where they or their family members featured within it. A difficulty we experienced this year was a lack of Senior School House photographs that illustrated the diverse range of activities that are offered across all year groups including fundraisers, community
CAPTAIN OF SCHOOL OLIVER HEATH CHALLENGED THE SENIOR SCHOOL BOYS TO BE “MEN OF HONOUR” participation events, Inter-House Debating, Inter-House Chess, and Inter-Tutor challenges to name but a few. Sporting photographs are always plentiful but our School life is multifaceted and we need to showcase that. We would like to encourage the future House leaders to ensure these moments are recorded and uploaded to the Gallery, our photographic archive; this will ensure that the creation of the Reporter is a less stressful process for future Committees. In closing, we would like to thank all of the contributors who took the time to make 2015 a memorable year. 2015 Reporter Committee
BACK ROW:
Mrs Kerrin Girando, Zachary Jones, Joel Barnden, Harry Burrell, William Regan, Alec Garkaklis, Charles Barblett, Thomas Barwood, Miss Kate Flowers
FRONT ROW:
Charles Mills, Trenton Matthews, Antonio Baxter, Tristan Lee, Maximillian Silbert, Drummond Orr, Julien Walker
CONTENTS Out of Bounds
182
Cadets 122
50 Mile Walk
184
12
Chess 123
Basketball Tour
185
Council Report
13
Debating 124
Bibbulmun Track Boarders Programme
186
Academic Report
14
Duke of Edinburgh
Big Band Blast
187
Chapel Report
16
INSTEP 127
Expedition Sea Kayaking
188
17
Library 128
Climbing and Caving
189
Round Square Report
18
Mock Trials
129
Cape to Cape
189
Indigenous Network
19
Student Council
130
Expedition Canoeing
190
Residential Life
20
Sustainability 132
Expedition Surfing
190
UN Youth
Expedition Leeuwin
191
History Tour
192
Indonesian Tour
193
India Tour
194
Port Macquarie Jazz Tour
196
Expedition Diving
196
Expedition Mountain Biking
197
Expedition Karijini
197
NIDA Tour
198
Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo Pipe Band
199
Stanford International Youth Program
200
Year 9 Canberra Tour
201
Staff
202
Staff Report
204
Staff Vale
206
Staff and Council List
208
Year 12
212
Rowing 170
Year 12 Ball
214
Rugby 171
Valedictory Dinner
215
Sailing 172
Year 12 Valete
218
Awards & Prizes
229
Senior School Awards
230
Senior School Prizes
233
St Andrews Cross
237
Duces of Scotch College
238
School Records
239
Ross 104
Valete and Salvete
240
St. Andrews
School Rolls
242
2015 Graduates
4
Headmaster’s Report
6
School Captain’s Report
9
Vice Captain of Operations Report
Community Service Report
Junior School
Societies and Services
120
126
133
24 Celebrating the Arts
134
Head of Junior School
26
Around the School
28
Music Report
136
Performing Arts
30
Music Group Photos
138
Art 31
Pipe Band
145
French 32
Drama 146
Library 33
Arts Week
149
Classwork 34
Visual Arts
150
Sport 36
Arts and Literature
154
Incursions and Excursions
38
PYP Exhibition
40
Class Photos
41
Middle School
46
Sports 160 Athletics 162 Badminton 164 Basketball 165
Head of Middle School
48
Cricket 166
Year 6
50
Cross Country
Year 7
56
Football 168
Year 8
64
Hockey 169
Senior School
74
Head of Senior School
76
House Reports
78
Alexander 80 Anderson 84 Brisbane 88 Cameron 92 Ferguson 96
167
Soccer 173 Swimming 174 Surfing 176 Tennis 177 Touch Rugby
178
Triathlon 179 Volleyball 180 Water Polo
181
Keys 100 108
Shearer 112 Stuart 116
2015 GRADUATES Alexander William C Aplin Lucas L Baker Alistair M Cadee Oliver Cheveralls Angus O Cribb Theo W W Esbenshade Lochlan Farrell David M Graham Luke S Harris Finn J Hombergen George E Houdalakis Peter M Matthews Mitchell B Patterson Jarrod A Pyne Remy M Schoch Hugo J Shervington Bailey D Sones Matthew Verryn William J Ward
Anderson Matthew I Archer Macklin A Brady Matthew A Burns Kyle M Carvalho Christian J Francois Adrian D Gillespie Declan E Hardisty Jack Henharen Luke A M Hollyock George R Houston Tom S Maclaurin Chris Manai Angus R McConkey Harrison D Mills Samuel M F Owen William P Siebert Philip Singh Alistair W Smith Rory D T Walker Harrison M Wroth
Brisbane Michael T Albany Marshall K Barrymore Joshua J B Bennett Joshua L Bennie Fraser D Bulleid Darcy T Coleman Aidan L Davies Oliver Frey Oliver S Green Ruan R Greyling Marcus T Hook Andrew R Jenkins
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Frank Lee Alex S D Milligan Jesse J Nairn Hugo Palmer Brayden K Panting David C E Patton Connor J Porter‑Wilkinson Ben J Rushforth Guy M Straker Michael A E Sunderland Hayden R Wade
Cameron Bailey J Banfield Alexander B Brown Mitchell A Burt Oliver J Eastland Jackson M Ferri Connor J Gilbert Ryan Hare Oliver G Heath Jobah M Howell Nicholas A Jones Ahmik O Mallawarachi Joshua G Parker Harrison P Patten‑Williams Sam J Riley Aaron R K Sarich Camden D Whitney‑Hopkins Jordan T Wilhelm Alistair F Young
Ferguson Ilerioluwakiiti Abimibola Harry N Adler Hamish J Blanchard Vaughan L Chin Brody M Devahasdin David J Hawkins Connor J Henderson Jordan F Kestel Timothy J Khowira Joshua D Mannolini Stuart I A McCowan Giac Patroni Willem A Poot Jeremy X Quinlivan Harrison L Riekie Erfan Saebi Liam D Seagreen Charles B Tesser Daniel Trainer James R Trench Remy J Wandby Matthew S Yelland‑Hunter Samuel T G Zani
Keys
St. Andrews
Unn Areecharoenlert Harry P Ayers Ethan J Brown Matthew J D Dare Alistair B H Dolton Piers G Egerton‑Warburton Charles N Forrester James E Fox‑Slater Harrison G Gardiner Austin A F Gear Lachlan P Gibson William A Glass Daniel S Gollan Samuel A Humphry Angus C Hunt Matthew D Inman Coen J Lewis Phillip J Mackie Lachlan C Maitland Samuel W Martin Benjamin G Miller Harrison B Milne Rueben J R Mongoo Riley E Noble Benjamin P Piercey Harrison J Pluschke Harry J Sinclair Hunter P W Stretch Tre C T Toigo Jayden L Travers Bradley G Trouchet Stuart J Vlahov James H B Wilson John D Wilson
Mark T Barwood George G Boulden Samuel M Daisley Samuel J Devine Lachlan C Earle Connor Fairbairn Dylan J Flecker Sam M C Langoulant Tom O Lavery Alexander D Markwell Cameron D McIntosh Benjamin C Richardson Daniel S Rosich James E Shackleton André J Stanley Patrick J R Triglavcanin Cameron F Webster Hugh J Whitewood
Ross James D Abernethy Timothy J Andrew Patric R Beaven Emerson J Carlberg Benjamin T Corser Oliver J Cownie Henry E C Edwards William R B Goyder John A Harvey David R Honey Jack R Lyttle James C MacKinnon Mackenzie A Ratten Benjamin J A Reid Aaron C Salter Grant A Szalek Louis W Taylor Daniel A Wee
Shearer Alexander J Cain Connor S Callander‑Maher Hamish E O de la Hunty Hayden J Donnelly Antonino Giglia Jack A M Godden Charles H B McGuckin Conor A McMurtrie Alexander J Orvis Maclean C Phillips Lachlan R Simpson Graeme B Stewart Thomas D Walker Samuel P M Wilson Tom R Woods
Stuart Liam E Bayly Sebastian C M Bentley Mcauley A Blair Jethro Devenish Lachlan R E Duke McCarthy R Hanlin Benjamin M Harding Matthew R M Hayward Joshua G Jones Michael Jovanovich Eamon J McKiernan Florent Mortier Sam L Munckton Robert A Packer Jakob Pfau Thomas J Prior Angus T J Stewart Zain Syed Yarlalu N Thomas Thomas E S Truscott Thomas W Walker
Survivors (2004-2015)
Year 1 (2004) THIRD ROW:
Angus Barber, Brody Devahasdin, Cameron Palmer, Hamish de la Hunty, Hugh Whitewood, Aaron Sarich, Stuart McCowan
SECOND ROW: Harrison Mills, Liam Bayly, Alexander Brown, George Boulden, Matthew McGuckin, Patrick Triglavcanin, Angus Stewart FRONT ROW:
Oliver Heath, Emerson Carlberg, Andre’ Stanley, David Patton, Hugo Shervington, Keegan Bourdon, Vaughan Chin
TEACHER:
Mrs Mikulic
Year 12 (2015) BACK ROW:
Brody Devahasdin, Jack Henharen, Hugh Whitewood, Aaron Sarich, Stuart McCowan
MIDDLE ROW:
Harrison Mills, Liam Bayly ,George Boulden, Patrick Triglavcanin, Angus Stewart
FRONT ROW:
Oliver Heath, Emerson Carlberg, André Stanley, David Patton, Hugo Shervington, Vaughan Chin
ABSENT:
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HEADMASTER’S REPORT In sitting down to write this year’s Reporter article, my fifth such reflection, I am patently reminded how quickly each year has passed. While it will come as no surprise to any of you reading the Reporter, Scotch is a busy environment within and outside of the classroom. Much happens throughout the course of an academic year at Scotch, and 2015 is no exception. As you peruse the stories and reflections in this edition, you will read a lot about the activities and successes of our boys, staff and the wider community that comprise our Junior, Middle and Senior schools. Likewise you will come to understand the pivotal role Residential Life (boarding) plays in the lives of our students who during the school year call Scotch home for 24hrs a day, seven days a week. Passionate, hard working professionals who ensure that your sons receive a world-class academic and co-curricular experience while at school, lead our sub-schools and residential community. While it is very important for ‘Reporter’ to record the activities and events that happen in any given year, it is my role to reflect on each year from a strategic perspective. As such I trust the following provides our community with a strategic review and outlook regarding the plans and aspirations that will play a pivotal role in positioning our great College for the coming years.
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Notwithstanding all of our achievements in 2015, I believe history will record the seminal co-curricular highlight this year as being the College’s Pipe Band performance as part of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (REMT). This event was the culmination of a decision taken by Headmaster Dr Maxwell Keys. Without the foresight and risk-taking of Dr Keys by introducing a Pipe Band in 1947, we would never have had the opportunity to accept an invitation to play in the Royal Military Edinburgh Tattoo in 2015. Instead twenty-one boys now have a place in history having played in our Pipe Band on the world’s stage in Edinburgh for the first time in our 118-year history. A documentary has been produced by the College to record this event and will be launched in 2016. Bringing the Head of the River back home after a 25-year absence should also be given a place of prominence in the writing of our next history. From my perspective 2015 will be the year that we achieved a number of key strategic priorities. These include: • the rededication of the Middle School teaching block and the opening of all of the other specialised facilities that comprise the Middle School village, bringing a four-year journey to a close, • decisions pertaining to the final staff organisational structure, • the re-registration of the College by the state government until 31 December 2020, • expansion of our College to enrol the early learning years of pre-kindergarten and upwards,
• the review and commencement of the next five years of our strategic plan, • the development of a new capital master plan, • the consolidation and development of our status as an International Baccalaureate school, including our best ever set of IB Diploma results, • ongoing expansion of our role as a Round Square School; and • the completion of a review of pastoral care and wellbeing from Years 1 to 12. All of the above ensures that we are well positioned academically and pastorally as we embark on the next five-year plan. This year saw the release of the Government’s Intergenerational Report (IRG) entitled “The Challenge of Change” which proved timely for our College as we commence a new strategic planning process covering 2016 – 2020. A very challenging economic environment, coupled with parents having at their disposal a number of educational choices for their boys, provides us with a very poignant reminder that it is not an option for Scotch to simply sit back and wait for things to happen. At the end of the day a strategic plan is simply a road map whereby we examine where we are today, consciously decide where we would like to be in 2020 and then develop a plan to take us there. In many ways it is an intellectual manifestation of a Global Positioning System (GPS). Having said this we are charged with ensuring the quality of the objectives composing this intellectual GPS are well thought out and comprehensive. Otherwise we may end
up blindly following a path that may keep us looking busy from a transactional perspective while yielding very little transformational growth into the future. With this challenging economic environment, ever-increasing costs, and very real competition from other educational providers, coupled with the potential impact of technology through what is now referred to as digital disruption, we must ensure nothing is overlooked in the development of our next strategic plan. Having visited the Khan Academy in Palo Alto, California in 2015 and having listened to leading Stanford academics engaging with our Year 9 and 10 students, I am more than ever convinced that we must fireproof who we are, what we offer and question why and how we offer our academic and co-curricular programmes. Our new plan is due for completion on 31 March 2016. When I took up my appointment at Scotch in July 2011 there was already an existing strategic plan that provided me with a sense of where the College was regarding current projects. These projects were framed under the three strategic pillars of Teaching and Learning, Spirituality and Personal Growth and Community and Alliances. The College’s Executive decided the plan required refinement and review. It was clear in 2011 that a succession plan for senior and middle management was necessary to transition staff who were completing many years of dedicated service to the School. Ushering in these changes of staff and determining the organisational structure to take us forward became one of my key priorities. Decisions taken in 2015 will bring this process to its completion early in 2016. Furthermore, I was keen to ensure that our structure reinforces that the role of Headmaster encompasses Pre-Primary to 12. The sub-school leadership structures required refinement in order to ensure a balance between sub-school autonomy and identity, while promoting a whole of school focus in terms of shared values and vision. The restructuring process has unfolded over three years as key staff retired and new strategic priorities were implemented. So what are the key strategic structural outcomes of this process? At the commencement of 2015 each sub-school commenced with a Head of School responsible for both academic and pastoral oversight of their respective school. Likewise, the Director of Residential Life holds the same responsibility within the College’s residential and boarding operations. The three Heads of School and Director of Residential Life are each supported by a team of two people; a Deputy of Administration and Pastoral Care and a Dean of Teaching and Learning. This provides consistency and clarity for parents and students as they progress throughout the whole College. The immediate operational oversight of the three sub-schools is the responsibility of the College Management Team, comprising of the Headmaster, Heads of Senior, Middle
and Junior Schools, Director of Teaching and Learning, Director of Residential Life and Deputy of Administration and Pastoral Administration (Senior School). This group is charged with maintaining academic standards and pastoral consistency across the whole school. The College Management Team operates separately from the College Executive.
3. Moral Capital (power of performing a service for others or fulfilling a calling)
The College Executive is responsible for providing strategic and specialised support for the sub-schools and Residential Life and is comprised of the Headmaster, Heads of Sub Schools, Director of Residential Life, Chaplain, Director of Community and Service, Director of Corporate and Financial Services, Director of Marketing and Development, Director of Staff and Director of Information and Learning Technologies. As a result of the final staffing changes, the Director of Staff will come off Executive and will be replaced by the Director of Student and Staff Wellbeing once an appointment is made in early 2016. Staffing and HR is still a focus but this will be delivered through a Manager of Staffing and HR, who reports directly to the Headmaster.
Our College’s next strategic plan ‘Scotch – a 20:20 Vision’ focuses on identifying where we want to be positioned and how we wish to be perceived in the coming five years.
This year saw the implementation of a major strategic change impacting directly upon Senior School students. Keys House included only students from boarding. This means there were nine day houses and one boarding house. As of October 2015 we commenced the transition from Keys being a boarding only house to being the tenth day house in Senior School. This transition will be implemented over three years. Consequently, in 2015/16 Year 9 students are spread across all 10 houses regardless of whether they are residential or day students. If boys have an Old Scotch Collegian link they are placed in the house where their father was when he was at Scotch. This strategy aims at providing a higher level of integration between all students whether they are day or residential students. While many things have happened over the period of the current strategic plan, the most important process has been that of staff renewal and development across all subschools. Our competitive advantage must lie in the people we employ, develop and retain based on the capacity and will to deliver a strategic advantage moving forward. It is through the quality of our staff that Scotch will achieve its greatest outcomes. In saying this I mean all staff, not just academic. In their book ‘The Global Fourth Way – The Quest for Educational Excellence’ Andy Hargreaves and Dennis Shirley (2013) discuss the concept of Professional Capital, that is, the assets among teachers and in teaching that are developed, invested, accumulated and circulated in order to produce quality returns in teaching and learning. I believe this applies to all staff not just academic. They propose that professional capital can comprise: 1. Human Capital (individuals knowledge, skills, capabilities etc.) 2. Social Capital (collaborative patterns of support to improve each other)
4. Symbolic Capital (status and regard by the wider community for our work) 5. Decisional Capital (ability to make good decisions in complex situations over sustained periods of time)
As the College completes its next strategic plan, I believe it is important to reflect on the core characteristics we wish to maintain and build upon. In reflecting upon this I find myself arriving at four key words: 1. Community (the condition of sharing or having certain attitudes and interests in common) 2. Collaboration (the action of working with each other and the wider community to produce something) 3. Ceremony (the ritual observances and procedures required or performed at grand and formal occasions) 4. Celebration (the action of celebrating an important day or event) I believe these words capture our cultural differentiators at Scotch College. Furthermore, these characteristics provide us with tangible and measurable points of difference upon which to reinforce and develop as we plan for the future. Within the framework of a strong cultural context we must maintain a strong focus on the academic growth of each student no matter what his interest or ability. Personal excellence and personal growth are key to a successful educational experience. Why do we need a new strategic plan? A strategic plan embodies decisions regarding competitive advantage, future direction and scope of business activity; it increases the competitiveness of the organisation. In developing this we must give consideration to the dichotomy of strategic and operational decisions. A strategic decision is one that externally repositions our College and changes the competitiveness of our College within the education sector. An operational decision is one that takes the given and desired position in education and then develops the means by which that position can be achieved. These operational decisions pertain to efficiency rather than competitiveness. Fortunately Scotch’s history suggests that we are focused on leading not following. Innovation and change, while challenging to implement appear to be welcomed by the majority of students, staff and parents. Having said this many of our community still react to change with suspicion and a desire to maintain the status quo. Changing our school year in October, offering all three IB programmes and the introduction of cross campus classes at Year 11 and 12 are just a few examples of
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change that was met with some resistance over the last few years. This is what makes leading so exciting and challenging. As Martin Luther King said:
structured programme of exchange and over 20 boys have benefited in 2015 through being able to attend schools and colleges across the globe while on exchange.
with sound moral compasses and passion for being servant leaders in a complex world? If the answer is Yes to the above then the rest is just white noise.
‘THE ULTIMATE MEASURE OF A PERSON IS NOT WHERE THEY STAND IN MOMENTS OF COMFORT, BUT WHERE THEY STAND AT TIMES OF CHALLENGE AND CONTROVERSY.”
All of these decisions and programmes are undertaken with the long-term in mind, not just for the attainment of short-term populist gains. Our College continues to benefit from thinking beyond today and charting a path for tomorrow. This path includes participating in education at the local, state, national and international level. This philosophy continues to be encouraged as we chart the next stage of the College’s development. Our biggest threats are complacency, inward looking strategy and a belief that we have already achieved educational Nirvana.
We live in a society that rewards success based on popular public opinion. However, leadership has never been about popularity. As a College we must never stop leading even if at times it produces moments of tension. I believe the next five years will yield increased philosophical and academic debate as to the role schools play in educating their students as opposed to simply providing convenient fodder for a post school system that may fail to meet the needs of a rapidly and ever changing world.
While Dr King is referring to an individual, the same principle can be applied to our College at times of change. In April 2016 Scotch will host the Junior Round Square group of schools annual conference. With the core underpinning of Internationalisation, Democracy, Environment, Action, Leadership and Service (IDEALS) we decided to apply to become a Round Square school two years ago. Not only do we now have a framework to underpin our non-academic activities of our College, but are seen as a significant member of this association. Furthermore, for the first time Scotch has a
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Maintaining disciplined action, unlike some of the party political knee-jerk decisions we have witnessed this year from our politicians, means we must not simply do things to satisfy short-term gains that merely deliver quick-fix results. Our strategies and projects must be underpinned by disciplined quality assurance so that gains are measured, maintained and more importantly built upon into the future Success is not that complicated. We must ask ourselves, “Have we achieved our goal of preparing boys for life?” Have we graduated well-rounded young men who invariably go forward to pursue their post school choice as well-adjusted and motivated young men
As we embark on our next five-year plan we must make sure that Scotch remains strategic, efficient and effective; thus ensuring that the educational and personal experience we provide is second to none. We must remain at the forefront of leading in a meaningful and strategic way. In doing so we can continue to deliver innovative educational change within a strong cultural and historical framework that is underpinned by values borne out of our Presbyterian and now Uniting Church foundations. Our 20:20 vision must provide us with a deep sense of clarity and purpose. Dr Alec O’Connell Headmaster
School Captain’s REPORT
WITH EACH SMALL, SUCCESSIVE TASK, YOU WILL GAIN THE CONFIDENCE AND THE MOTIVATION TO MOVE ONTO BIGGER AND BETTER THINGS.
Naval Admiral, William H. McRaven delivered a speech to the graduating class of 2014 at the University of Texas. McRaven provided 10 life points that contributed to his success. I will refrain from quoting all 10, however, his first point, and I believe the most significant one, was: “Make your bed in the morning.” A strange concept, I know, especially in terms of leading a successful life. Whilst Admiral McRaven was talking partly in a literal sense, drawing on his experiences as a soldier, he was also using this as a metaphor. And while I appreciate that making the bed is not a priority of many teenage boys, I would like to explore the premise of his idea and mould it to our context. McRaven is of the belief that every morning, as soon as you get up, you should make your bed. Whether that means performing a thorough tuck in, or simply laying the sheets back over in a neat fashion, if you make your bed in the morning you will have accomplished the first task in your day, and that gives you
a small sense of accomplishment. Once you complete this you will be encouraged to move on to the next task, and then the next, and then the next. Making your bed also reinforces the fact that the small things in life matter. If you cannot do the small things in life, how can you ever expect to achieve the big things? And by chance, if you have an absolutely shocking day, you will still come home to a made bed. A bed made by you. And that bed will give you the encouragement that tomorrow will be better. So if you want to be successful, make your bed. Or at least follow the premise of these words. What I believe Admiral McRaven is saying is that in order to live a fulfilled life, start by focusing on
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the smaller tasks, one by one. With each small, successive task, you will gain the confidence and the motivation to move on to bigger and better things. Starting as a Year 1 at the College, it would have been almost impossible to think of making my bed every morning for the next 12 years or the next 4,380 days. But by reducing that number to seven times a week, that 4,380 becomes much less intimidating and more manageable. Needless to say, it was hard for me to imagine completing 12 years of school from day one – to see myself as a man with a scraggly beard and a deep voice sitting my final exams in Year 12. Nevertheless, here I am today, writing my final message to the School, with my final exam looming up before me, although unfortunately still without the beard or the deep voice to accompany it.
DON’T BE A BETTER VERSION OF SOMEONE ELSE, BE A BETTER VERSION OF YOURSELF. If there is any message to be gained from my own experience, it is that everyone’s time to wear the striped blazer will come. I guarantee this. Being concerned about it or longing for it is energy wasted. Instead, focus on the next few days and what they can bring you. Anticipate the great experiences that you will have as a schoolboy in the next day, or the coming page 10
week. These experiences may be found in the torrential rains of Moray, whilst you hike back to your leaking hutchie to find a wet sleeping bag, or it may be found in the fear and adrenaline that you feel when you’ve lobbed a piece of clay at your mate across the room, knowing very well the Art Department’s strict detention policy on throwing such material. Quite honestly, these are the experiences at school that I will miss dearly. It is easy to overlook these day-to-day experiences, as you will inevitably be counting down the days until you set off on your Year 10 Expedition or suit up for the Year 12 Ball. The time we experience at school is not just made up of these significant events, but rather the memories that we create in between. It is important to realise that whilst this College will make up a large part of your life at the moment, school is not everything in your lives. Eventually you will move on and leave the Scotch campus behind you. A speech from President of the Student Council, William Goyder, emphasised the point of acceptance in a community. This struck a particular chord with me, as it opened my eyes to the fact that we are somewhat sheltered in such a strong Scotch community. We are sheltered from the fact that out in the wider world, unfortunately, there is discrimination and prejudice to a vast extent. It is us up to us as Scotch boys to pay homage to the teachers and mentors in our lives by providing a positive change in the community, wherever the future takes us. Whether it’s labouring, sport, TAFE, travel, tertiary education or whatever the future
holds for Scotch men, I firmly believe that the experiences that the boys have had at this school provide us with personal growth and the ability for us to take on any task that life throws at us, head on. Although this is a pivotal aspect of our College, many schools across the state aim to provide this same experience. However, I believe that Scotch’s uniqueness was highlighted by the Vice Captains, McCarthy Hanlin and Bailey Banfield, when they addressed the school saying: “Don’t be a better version of someone else, be a better version of yourself.” These words ring true for the boys of Scotch College, as the time we spend at this school will essentially determine who we want to be as men. This speech in itself, being completely memorised and divided amongst the two, was a testament to the fact that, without taking risks you will never be able to discover what sort of man you wish to be. In my position as School Captain, my greatest delight has been to get to know boys from Year 1 through to my own year, and in this I have truly discovered the wealth of the community that we hear so much about. The year has not been easy; parts of it have been tough for each of us at different times. But, if this experience had been easy for us, there would be no experience at all. Your bed, like your life, should not be made for you; you should make it yourself. Having said that, you need only worry about making your bed once each day, and make your life one day at a time. Oliver Heath Captain of School
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Daniel Wee, Benjamin Reid, Samuel Martin, Hayden Donnelly, Hunter Stretch, Dylan Flecker, Mitchell Burt, Benjamin Richardson, Angus Cribb, Sam Langoulant, Cameron Webster, Ruan Greyling, Joshua Mannolini, John Wilson, Oliver Eastland, Daniel Gollan, Bailey Sones, Andrew Jenkins, David Honey, George Boulden, Sam Riley, Yarlalu Thomas
Phillip Mackie, Darcy Coleman, Benjamin Corser, Brody Devahasdin, William Siebert, Harrison Mills, Alistair Cadee, Camden Whitney-Hopkins, Lucas Baker, Stuart Vlahov, Mackenzie Ratten, Nicholas Jones, Matthew Yelland-Hunter, Harry Sinclair, Matthew Inman, Benjamin Piercey, Aidan Davies, Coen Lewis, André Stanley, Joshua Parker, Alexander Markwell, Aaron Sarich, John Harvey, Tom Lavery, George Houdalakis
Connor Porter-Wilkinson, James MacKinnon, Connor Fairbairn, Jakob Pfau, Samuel Humphry, Oliver Cownie, Angus Stewart, Sebastian Bentley, Patrick Triglavcanin, Samuel Wilson, Rueben Mongoo, James Abernethy, Luke Harris, Vaughan Chin, Harrison Gardiner, Lachlan Maitland, Daniel Rosich, Lachlan Simpson, Hamish Blanchard, Finn Hombergen, Jack Henharen, Alistair Smith, Thomas Truscott, Stuart McCowan, David Hawkins, Samuel Zani
Fraser Bulleid, Piers Egerton-Warburton, William Aplin, Angus Hunt, Matthew Archer, James Trench, Conor McMurtrie, Connor Callander-Maher, Kyle Carvalho, Alexander Brown, Samuel Devine, Frank Lee, Sam Munckton, Hayden Wade, Oliver Green, Patric Beaven, Ryan Hare, Lachlan Duke, Joshua Jones, Timothy Khowira, Rory Walker, Jack Lyttle, Joshua Bennie, James Fox-Slater, Ben Rushforth, Adrian Gillespie, Riley Noble
FIFTH ROW:
FOURTH ROW:
THIRD ROW:
Connor Henderson, Henry Edwards, Matthew Hayward, Harrison Pluschke, Marshall Barrymore, Graeme Stewart, Harry Adler, Jarrod Pyne, Philip Singh, Louis Taylor, William Goyder, Oliver Heath, Dr Alec O’Connell, Dr Rob McEwan, McCarthy Hanlin, Bailey Banfield, Joshua Bennett, Charles Forrester, Harrison Patten-Williams, Samuel Daisley, Robert Packer, Samuel Owen, Unn Areecharoenlert, Erfan Saebi, Alistair Dolton, Liam Seagreen
Alexander Cain, Hamish de la Hunty, Oliver Frey, Jack Godden, Jobah Howell, Shezad Latif, Benjamin Miller, Alexander Orvis, Guy Straker, Daniel Trainer, Jordan Wilhelm, Alistair Young
FRONT ROW:
ABSENT:
SECOND ROW: Eamon McKiernan, Bradley Trouchet, Ahmik Mallawarachi, Luke Hollyock, Charles Tesser, Oliver Cheveralls, Mitchell Patterson, Florent Mortier, Theo Esbenshade, Harry Ayers, Emerson Carlberg, Lachlan Earle, Michael Jovanovich, Matthew Burns, Benjamin Harding, Aaron Salter, Liam Bayly, Peter Matthews, Tre Toigo, Hugo Shervington, Harrison Riekie, Remy Schoch, Timothy Andrew, Remy Wandby, George Houston, Zain Syed, Chris Manai, Michael Albany
Lochlan Farrell, Angus McConkey, Matthew Verryn, Jeremy Quinlivan, Grant Szalek, Giac Patroni, William Ward, David Patton, Tom Maclaurin, Harrison Milne, Willem Poot, Christian Francois, Connor Gilbert, Hugo Palmer, Cameron McIntosh, Michael Sunderland, Marcus Hook, Declan Hardisty, Charles McGuckin, Mcauley Blair, Jayden Travers, Harrison Wroth, David Graham
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SEVENTH ROW: Hugh Whitewood, Mark Barwood, Alex Milligan, Lachlan Gibson, William Glass, James Shackleton, Thomas D Walker, Jordan Kestel, Jesse Nairn, Brayden Panting, Austin Gear, Antonino Giglia, James Wilson, Maclean Phillips, Ilerioluwakiiti Abimibola, Jackson Ferri, Macklin Brady, Thomas W Walker, Matthew Dare, Ethan Brown, Thomas Prior, Jethro Devenish, Tom Woods
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VICE CAPTAIN Âł OPERATIONS REPORT
It was an absolute pleasure to serve as the Vice Captain of Operations in 2015, with an adjustment in the role leading to the additional responsibility of chairing a newly formed Environment Committee, along with the existing responsibilities relating to the Staff Trophy, the Awards Committee and Leavers jackets. In the formation of the Environment Committee, a number of boys with a keen interest in environmental issues put their hands up to be members. These boys became the driving force of the Committee and provided numerous good ideas to implement around the School. Throughout the year we ran a number of projects including presentations in the Junior, Middle and Senior Schools, and a community event centred around Lake Claremont which was attended by 75 Scotch and PLC students and
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culminated in a movie night. This, along with regular Scotch attendance at the monthly Lake Claremont Busy Bees, ensured a successful first year by the Committee at Scotch. The Staff Trophy, which is the Inter-House competition between the 10 Houses at Scotch, was eventually won in a tight race by Shearer House for the second year running. With the competitions ranging from Debating to Water Polo, from Chess to the Inter-House Athletics, a close finish saw the final result come down to the all important Marching results. With Ferguson in first place, Cameron in second and Shearer not far behind, the calculation of results was always going to result in an interesting finish. Ultimately, Shearer’s consistent Marching got them over the line, while front-runners Ferguson dropped to fourth place due to their poor Marching form. There was a wide range of events for all boys to participate in with great attendance and engagement by all year levels. Arguably one of the best responsibilities of Vice Captain of Operations was being
charged with the design of the 2015 Leavers jacket. 2015 saw a shift away from the traditional college jacket design of previous years as a majority of boys voted for a rugby jumper style with more utility. In rather controversial fashion, with the votes split an incredible 50/50 at the end of the count, eventually a third, alternative option was chosen that the vast majority of boys were pleased with. The jumpers arrived midway through Winter Term and were greeted with much enthusiasm by the Year 12 cohort who quickly discarded their striped blazers in favour of the new option. 2015 was an enjoyable year and it is with pleasure that I pass the Vice Captain of Operations role to Alex Crump for 2016. Thank you to everyone for an enjoyable final year and I wish the School the best of luck for the coming years. Bailey Banfield Vice Captain of Operations
Council Report Scotch College is a complex and very busy organisation. 2015 was busier than most for many staff as our re-registration was due, which is essentially a whole of school audit by the Department of Educational Services. Our finances, governance, teaching and learning practices, infrastructure and all aspects of the College were examined and found to be in good order. There is a huge amount of work
IN THE WORDS OF ONE OF MY FAVOURITE BUSINESS ANALYSTS, “IT IS A TIME TO POUR CONCRETE BEHIND THE GROWTH CURVES.”
done by staff in preparing and submitting the detail required – the Council acknowledges and appreciates your efforts. This year we farewell and thank three retiring Council members in Mike Snell, Murray Williams and Rick Morrell. Mike and Murray have been great contributors with their strong business and accounting backgrounds. Rick has been our Council link to the Uniting Church Synod. He has recently moved to a new and challenging job as Director of Mission with Uniting Care NSW. I know he’ll bring a great level of compassion and credibility to the position. We are currently in the process of appointing a Council member to replace Rick. We have been fortunate indeed to have the wisdom and skills of these three on Council and we wish them well. New members coming onto Council next year are John Flecker, Alan Murray and Greg Ledger, who bring strong business, accounting, construction and legal skills to the table. I’d like to thank my fellow Council members for sharing their time and wisdom in carefully guiding the College along its path. 2015 has been our first full year with the Junior, Middle and Senior Schools all operating in their own spaces. It has been a time for consolidation and settling. In the words of one of my favourite business analysts, “It is a time
to pour concrete behind the growth curves.” As always, it is important to maintain our core values, principles and standards no matter what stage our organisation is going through. Scotch now has approval to offer classes from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 and 2016 will see a Pre-Primary class run for the first time. A major change in the House structure is being phased in with all Senior Houses comprising both day boys and boarders. The next major projects on our Master Plan are a Sports Centre at the playing fields and a new teaching block for Senior School. Council recognises that current financial conditions are challenging, but that is no reason to stop planning and looking forward. As I said at Valedictory, although Council works behind the scenes and you don’t see much of us, we are very aware of all that happens at Scotch. With that in mind I can tell you that we are continually amazed at the achievements of students, along with the dedication and quality of staff. Complementing that is the wonderful way that families embrace what I believe to be a very special community here at Scotch College. Be proud of that and never lose it. Mr Digby Stretch Chair of Council
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ACADEMIC REPORT “There is a clear consensus that the future now emerging will be extremely different from anything we have ever known in the past. It is a difference, not of degree, but of kind.” These words, written by Al Gore in a book entitled The Future, were penned in 2013. A well-known futurist, Gore predicted some of the changes we are beginning to witness. The changes within education may not be as rapid and as far reaching as Gore has suggested, yet we are on the cusp of rapid change, the likes of which we have not seen since the industrial revolution. The rate of change is something that, as a community of learners, we will need to embrace and fortunately we are well-positioned to do so. In 2015 the College introduced new subjects including Global Politics and Business Management to our Diploma Courses, Food Technologies was introduced at a Year 12 level in the WACE courses and staff have now delivered the Year 11 component of the new WACE 2015/16 courses. In our Junior School, the boys have been engaged in coding, assisting in their learning of Mathematics and Physics. In our Middle School, a makerspace has engaged our boys with robotics, a booming industry around the world.
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Yet with all of the change we are seeing external to our College, one clear aspect has not changed: the commitment to providing each boy the opportunity to achieve excellence through personal achievement.
P C Anderson Brodie Stephenson
Excellence in the form of artistic ability as we saw in the Junior School students’ “Lighthouse project”, excellence in the learning of a second language as witnessed in our French and Indonesian programmes across the School, excellence in the commitment of ten senior students in attaining their Certificate IV in Business. Examples of personal excellence are abundant in many forms and in all years across the College.
2015 Leavers
Scholarships 2016
W R Dickinson Denver Quantrill
Come the end of the year, the spotlight on personal excellence was quite deservedly focused on the leavers of 2015. The College takes pride in the learning journey that each boy has completed and where that shall lead them into life beyond Scotch. Within our WACE pathways, both ATAR and VET, as well as the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme we have seen some wonderful examples of students who, through hard work and determination, have achieved personal success.
G G Gooch Scholarship Oscar Clements (Wembley Primary School)
The Duces of the three graduating groups were:
J A Gooch Scholarship Oliver Barrett (Scotch College)
• IB Diploma Dux Stuart McCowan • VET Dux James Fox-Slater • WACE Dux Vaughan Chin
Academic Entrance Scholarship Jim Allan (Swanbourne Primary School) Thomas Westcott (Hollywood Primary School)
WACE Achievements 2015
Music Samuel Barrett-Lennard – Drums/Percussion (West Leederville Primary School) Declan Reilly – Violin (Scotch College) Xavier Dry – Violin (Scotch College) Pierce Davis – Guitar (Subiaco Primary School)
The College had five students achieve an ATAR score of 99 or above and they were Vaughan Chin, Alexander Brown, Hamish de la Hunty, Alexander Cain and Harrison Wroth. Vaughan Chin achieved a highest possible ATAR of 99.95 and received a General Exhibition. Vaughan also won the Mathematics Course Exhibition as well as receiving Certificates of Distinction for Physics and Mathematics.
Certificates of Distinction were also awarded to Oliver Heath for Drama, Finn Hombergen for English, Graeme Stewart for Geography and Modern History, and Samuel Humphry for Modern History. Scotch College students also received twelve Certificates of Commendation for achieving ten A grades or more in their final year of study. The consistency of our boys was recognised with six subjects placing in the top performing schools in the state: Accounting and Finance, Business Management and Enterprise, Drama, Geography, Media Production and Analysis, and Modern History. Additionally, two films from Scotch College were selected for Media Perspectives 2016: James Abernethy and Thomas Prior’s film Repercussion and Piers EgertonWarburton’s film Stupor were included in the eighteen films, representing the top films produced by Media Production and Analysis Stage 3 2015 students. In Visual Arts, Ben Corser was accepted into the Art Gallery of Western Australia’s Perspectives exhibition to be held in March 2016. International Baccalaureate Achievements 2015 The Diploma Programme results in 2015 were outstanding with five students achieving a score higher than 40 out of a possible 45. Seven
students received an A grade for their Theory of Knowledge course and eight students received an A grade for their 4000 word Extended Essay, a brilliant achievement. A maximum grade of seven was achieved by each of the following IB Diploma Students: William Goyder Biology SL, History HL, Mathematics Studies SL Frank Lee Chemistry HL, Mandarin SL, Literature SL, Mathematics HL, Physics HL James MacKinnon Chemistry HL, Physics HL Thomas Truscott Chemistry HL, Mathematics HL, Physics HL Bailey Banfield Economics HL, Literature HL McCarthy Hanlin Literature HL Florent Mortier French HL Samuel Zani French SL Stuart McCowan Mathematics SL, Psychology HL
Vocational Education and Training Achievements 2015 In 2015, 10 students received a Certificate IV in Business as part of the programme they completed through the Fremantle Education Centre. As a College we are continually looking to expand and improve the offerings for students who take the VET pathway. Looking to 2016 In 2016 we shall continue to build on the Teaching and Learning programme at the College. We are delighted to be offering our first class within the Early Learning Centre and we shall support our staff in this area to be able to offer a world-class experience for these young boys. We look to expand our partnerships with tertiary institutions both here and abroad as well as industry partnerships to ensure the education we provide is relevant for our boys. As always, thanks must go to the teachers and College staff who support everything we do to allow the teaching and learning at the College to remain at the level we enjoyed throughout 2015. Mr Peter Allen Director of Teaching and Learning
Luke Hollyock Visual Arts HL
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Chapel report We continue to have the services of two chaplains within the College. Rev Chas Lewis is full-time chaplain and the Rev Dr Anne Wright is part-time, working primarily in the Junior and Middle School. This year the programme of worship has continued through all three sub-schools. Junior School now has two Chapels, one for Years 1 and 2 and one for Years 3 to 5. This has enabled an age appropriate delivery to all boys. Middle School likewise has two Chapels to cope with the increase in the number of students due to the retention of Year 8 students in the Middle School. Senior School continues to have weekly Chapel services on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday where the boys worship in vertical House groups. The boarders also have a joint service with PLC twice a term and these usually include either supper or a meal. Worship acknowledges the wide range of beliefs both within religions and denominations of the Christian faith. All the major religions give us greater insight into the spiritual journey we are all engaged in. Each year we celebrate the major Christian events through Easter and Advent.
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This year we celebrated the 100th anniversary of World War I and the ANZAC tradition. Over 2,000 students, parents and Old Collegians from Scotch and PLC gathered on the Memorial Oval to honour those who fought and died during all the major conflicts. Old Collegians marched and students shared in the laying of wreaths and drama presentations. Pastoral care has been provided to students and families. This has included marriages for Old Collegians, baptisms for their children who are enrolled to attend the College, and funerals for Old Collegians and members of students’ families. We acknowledge that we are a wide reaching community and seek to support all its members. 2015 has seen some changes within the College. These changes have been brought about due to the retaining of Year 8 boys in the Middle School and the integration of religious education within the curriculum and specifically in Units of Inquiry.
Themes in Chapel have reflected the religious education taking place in the classroom and at assemblies in our sub-schools. We have continued to focus on servant leadership as the model of school leadership for all students in Years 1 to 12, not just for the few in leadership roles. This last year has seen a growth of interest in Philosophy Club. We have had a slow and steady increase in boys wanting to discuss the open-ended questions of life and the universe. The future of philosophy is alive and well in Middle School. Finally, we congratulate Rev Dr Anne Wright on obtaining her doctorate this past year. Rev Chas Lewis Rev Dr Anne Wright
Community
SERVICE REPORT
Service is an integral part of the school experience for Scotch boys. As a school of the Uniting Church we are committed to serve. This imperative is reinforced by the International Baccalaureate programmes, all three of which have service at their core. Further, through our membership of Round Square there is an expectation that our students serve. Scotch boys serve to understand that they are part of a diverse community that includes people who are different, disadvantaged or disconnected. They learn that through service, they grow as individuals, the community is stronger and the world is a better place. Junior School boys put together gifts for refugees fleeing from Syria. They raised money for the Red Cross Nepal Region Earthquake Appeal, and to help build a Trade Training Centre in Matipwili, Tanzania. A pyjama-themed
free dress day contributed funds for Princess Margaret Hospital while struggling Perth families were provided with warm clothing in winter and hampers at Christmas. In both drives, distribution was through UnitingCare West. Boys in the Middle School also contributed to the UnitingCare West appeals as well as provided support for Syrian refugees. The Leukaemia Foundation received a financial boost when Mr Felgate, Mr Tresise, Mr Campbell and Mr Brinsden all had their heads shaved. Year 7 boys visited Good Samaritan Industries and worked with Coast Care weeding the dunes and picking up litter. They played games with disabled residents at Bethanie House in Mt Claremont, baked cupcakes to donate to the homeless of Fremantle, and assisted with sport for Year 1 and 2 students at Swanbourne Primary School. In the Senior School, the Year 10 Service programme has evolved to include 15 activities, many based on long-term partnerships with local groups and agencies. These include Rocky Bay Inc., the ParaplegicQuadriplegic Association, Balga Senior High
School, UnitingCare West and Friends of Lake Claremont. Through a series of guest presenters, boys were provided with an insight into the role of agencies such as Melanoma WA, Youth Focus and UnitingCare West – Intensive Family Services. House groups raised money for agencies including Save the Children, the Kokoda Track Foundation, Flying Doctor Service, Cystic Fibrosis WA, Wheelchairs For Kids and Kiva. Pancakes were cooked in aid of UnitingCare West, Christmas hampers packed for refugee families in the Balga area, and trees were planted in a local reserve. Boys worked to recycle materials on our own campus and to assist with sport and academic tutoring. Through the Senior School Student Council and Service Committee, Middle School service clubs, and the Giving Tree in Junior School, there is good work happening throughout the College. Boys are recognizing need in our community and driving positive change. Mr Bill Cordner Director of Community and Service
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Round Square Report As a Round Square member school, boys and staff now have opportunities to gain unique experiences through our association with over 150 schools located on all continents.
Democracy, Environmental Stewardship, Adventure, Leadership and Service. These pillars have long been integral to programmes at Scotch College and our membership in the Round Square Organisation links us with a network of likeminded schools, many of which also run International Baccalaureate curricula.
During the past year, 17 Year 10 boys have ventured overseas to join Round Square schools for periods of up to seven weeks. These schools all offer exceptional academic and co-curricular programmes, but in very different settings. Most of the exchanges were reciprocal and Scotch, along with our families, was pleased to be able to host visitors from Denmark, Switzerland, India, South Africa, the USA, and Germany. Year 8 students were also part of an exchange programme with boys undertaking a twoweek reciprocal exchange with students from Scotch Oakburn in Tasmania, Ivanhoe Grammar in Victoria, and Westminster School in South Australia.
Each year, students from Round Square schools have the opportunity to take part in national and international conferences. During the April holiday, five Year 8 boys participated in a conference run by Westminster School in Adelaide. The theme of the conference was “Tell Me Your Story” and the speakers enthralled participants; The Governor of South Australia, His Excellency the Honourable Hieu Van Le AO, shared his story about coming to Australia as a Vietnamese ‘boat person’. In October, five Year 11 boys travelled to Singapore to take part in the Global Conference hosted by the United World College of South East Asia. Over 800 students from the global member schools took part in the conference. Speakers included: explorer Tim Jarvis; Kavita Ramdas, Director of the Global Fund
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for Women; and Shiv Vikram Khemka, Executive Chairman of the Global Education and Leadership Foundation. The theme was “Act Today, Change Tomorrow” and participants were challenged to apply their understandings from the conference to good practice in their schools. In April 2016, Scotch College will host a Round Square Conference for students aged 12-14 years. Schools in our region of Australasia and East Asia have been invited to participate. The theme is “Life On The Edge” and participants will complete a programme of activities based on the IDEALS – with an edge! Membership of Round Square provides opportunities for boys and staff to join International Service Projects. At the end of 2014, Mr Kyle was successful in being appointed as Deputy Leader of the Round Square international service trip to Nicaragua. At the end of 2015, he became the Leader of the international service trip to Cambodia. Mr Bill Cordner Round Square Representative
INDIGENOUS NETWORK 2015 has been a busy year for the Indigenous students at Scotch College. In February the students attended the Future Footprints Welcome to Country in Kings Park. All Indigenous boarding students across Perth met and listened to a local Whadjuk Noongar Elder. The Elder welcomed everyone to Perth and encouraged the students to make the most of their opportunities.
Lachlan Maitland and Matthew McDonald attended the AIEF Annual Report launch in Sydney with Dr O’Connell and myself. We were able to spend some time exploring Sydney, visiting Bondi, Manly, Taronga Zoo and Darling Harbour, and the boys were fortunate enough to meet actor Chris Lilley while shopping in Culture Kings. At the AIEF event the then Prime Minister, Tony Abbott, was guest speaker. Lachlan and Matthew were able to meet Mr Abbott and have a photo taken. National Reconciliation Week was celebrated at the assembly on May 22. The Cameron House Reconciliation Mural by Barbara Bynder was unveiled and Danny Ford performed a Welcome to Country. The following week was Sorry Day. For the first time the Indigenous
students attended the Sorry Day event in Wellington Square. One of the highlights of 2015 was the invitation to attend a small gathering with His Holiness the Dalai Lama. We were invited to take four students to the Octagon Theatre. Yarlalu Thomas, Coen Lewis, Bailey Banfield and Harrison Patten-Williams attended with Yarlalu having the opportunity to ask a question of the Dalai Lama. The Dalai Lama was very complimentary of Yarlalu’s question on Indigenous education and gave a comprehensive answer. The inaugural Yira Yarkiny Concert was held in the Dickinson Centre on the evening of Wednesday 5 August. The goal of the evening was to showcase the success of the Indigenous
Scholarship Programmes throughout the PSA and IGSSA schools. The night consisted of guest speakers including Dr Richard Walley, Ken Wyatt MP, Roni Forrest from AISWA, and Kimberley Benjamin, former Head Girl and boarder at PLC who is now working for Reconciliation WA. Matthew McDonald entered a national competition to meet the Prime Minister and won. He was invited to Canberra to meet his second Prime Minister for the year, as well as the Leader of the Opposition and Senator Nova Peris-Kneebone. Mrs Felicity Byres Indigenous Student Programme Coordinator
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RESIDENTIAL LIFE When starting in a new role there is always trepidation in entering an environment for the first time and wondering how everything will unfold over the ensuing months ahead. Having taught at other PSA schools I was aware of Scotch’s reputation and was excited at the opportunity that lay ahead for my family and me.
From day one we have been welcomed into the community and have quickly identified that the staff and students are committed to working hard and improving themselves. Walking into what was Term 2 (Summer Term) and finding a lack of chaos that usually exists with the start of a school year (Years 7 and 8 excluded) was quite unnerving, but for the boys it was business as usual. It was a history-making start for our Years 7 and 8 boys as they were the first group of students to be solely Middle School boarders and for us as a Residential community this has taken some time to get used to. These boys were no longer Keys House boys; each boy was assigned his own House alongside day boys. Ultimately this change will assist our Year 8 boys who, next year when in Year 9, will be the first set of boarding students to be spread across all ten Senior Houses as the integration of boarding and day boys across the School begins. Another history-making moment for the Residential community was the dual retirement of Phil Williams and Suzanne Devitt. Both Phil and Suzanne have been an institution in the Years 7 and 8 House for many years and I am continually reminded of what a terrific pairing they were and what a fantastic foundation they laid for all the boys in boarding. One of my early memories was of Phil conducting his first fire drill at 6am on the Sunday morning of
the Orientation Weekend. The sight of 35 boys stumbling out of the fire escape and onto the ovals clad in pyjamas and doonas was very amusing. If we could have read their minds I bet they would have been wondering who this crazy man was! ! Another long term staff member retiring in 2015 is Judy Smirk, her commitment to boarding at Scotch will always be remembered. In Autumn Term Richard Hales and Kim Whetters took control of the house and, as all good organisations would hope, the transition was seamless. One of our great strengths is the Residential Head of Year structure that we have in place and the transitioning of boys from Year 7 through to Year 12. The opportunity for the younger boys to develop in their own House, progress into the Year 9 House and then complete their residential experience in the Senior House is a terrific advantage for us. The ability to tailor our programmes and weekly routines to suit the varying age groups should not be underestimated and it is a strength that we will continue to develop. With any change there are some teething problems and our new online leave management system (REACH) certainly provided us with more than a few hiccups. Without wanting to dwell too much on the past, the hard work and frustration has been worthwhile, as the product that we have working
now certainly has added to our care of the boys. The system not only allows us to manage the boys’ leave better but it has also provided our staff with a greater understanding of what is happening within our community and highlights any boys who need a little bit of extra TLC. Some of the highlights from my point of view this year have been: • The Bibbulmun Track experience that, at some stage of their residential life, is experienced by all boys. The teamwork, camaraderie, resilience and dedication that resonate from completing this adventure are beyond words. It is a very important and special point of difference that we have to offer our boys. • Winning the House Singing Competition with “Walking in Memphis”. Although only Years 9 to 12 were involved it certainly created a great deal of excitement around the place. • Marching. Coming from a school that has never had Marching, the tradition that surrounds this activity and teamwork of all involved is unique and fantastic to observe. • The creation of the Highlanders by the Boarders’ Council. Though this will probably not rate too highly for many of the boys as it is only in its infancy, they have hopefully created something that will be built upon over the coming years.
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Earlier I referred to the retirement of Phil, Suzanne and Judy, in closing I would also like to acknowledge Lorna Bunney, Xavier Ventris, Jeremy Ho, Oliver Bennett, Michael Hobson, Paul Tolhurst and Paul Andrews, we thank you for your service to our boys and wish you well with your future endeavours. A big thank you to our Captain of Keys House, Charlie Forrester, who along with the Boarders’ Council and other senior boys made sure the traditions and characteristics of boarding at Scotch remained in place through our year of transition. To our Residential Heads of Year, House Mothers, Resident Mentors, Tutors, Catering, Health Centre, Laundry and Facilities teams, as well as all those others who support us, thank you so much for your commitment, dedication and passion you show for the boys as it means so much to them and their families. To all our parents and guardians, thank you for trusting us with the care of your sons and for supporting us throughout the year. Finally to our boys who are leaving us – we wish you every happiness and please remember you are welcome back at any time. To those who are returning to us next year – we hope you enjoy your break and we look forward to seeing all your smiling faces again very soon! Mr Marcus Wilkinson Director of Residential Life
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Muhammad Mazlin, Leigh Ryan, Eric Gibson, Roko Radman, Bryce Holland, Harrison Nixon, Levi Ross, Jonty Gray, Brynn Teakle, Ryan Hudson, Jye Waters, Phillip Collard, Flynn Taylor, Christopher Di Russo, George Gibson, Nicholas Klug, Tyler James, Timothy Walker
Lachlan McGregor, Brennan Nicholl, Khysom Umbagai, Wade White, Cameron Ritchie, William Wiese, Ryan Greaves, Jakheen Coaby, Hamish Ritchie, Lachlan Stokes, Yukio Chaplin, Callum Willmott, Tremayne Green, Paul Chapman, Jack Carrington, Morgan Gatley, Brandon Poole, Jedd Quartermaine, Brent Morton, Mitchell Lane, Reece Eades
Harry Ayers, Tre Toigo, Angus Hunt, Phillip Mackie, Harrison Gardiner, Lachlan Maitland, Samuel Humphry, Harrison Milne, Lachlan Gibson, James Wilson, Austin Gear, William Glass, Jayden Travers, Stuart Vlahov, Rueben Mongoo, Coen Lewis, Piers Egerton-Warburton, Riley Noble, Bradley Trouchet
Kane Kennedy, Cooper Young, Lachlan Stephen, Hamish Gooch, Patrick Eastough, Kevin Laidlaw, Randall Starling, Toby Humphris, Kirwan Mactaggart, Lachlan Raffan, Thomas Cleland, Jake Lewis, Aidan Veitch, Angus Johnston, Callum Hills, Reuben Westerman, Cameron Rea, David Eades, Daniel Wiese, Tom Keamy, Craig Souey, Taj Piwowarski, Denzil Brooks
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Liam McCreery, Kynan Brooks, Jacob Schonell, Toby Egerton-Warburton, Burke Carrington, John Bollands, Digby Cleland, Samuel McConachy, Jonus Williams, Angus Cullen Falconer, Levi Waters
James Hill, Digby Pink, Max Plummer, Matthew McDonald, Folau Penaia, Benjamin Miller
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ABSENT:
SECOND ROW: Alistair Dolton, Matthew Dare, Ethan Brown, John Wilson, Mrs Felicity Byres, James Fox-Slater, Mrs Kim Whetters, Matthew Inman, Mrs Pamela Seaby, Harry Sinclair, Mr Matt Bradley, Mr Marcus Wilkinson, Charles Forrester, Hunter Stretch, Mr Sean Mecham, Benjamin Piercey, Mr Richard Foster, Unn Areecharoenlert, Mrs Fiona Henderson, Mr Richard Hales, Daniel Gollan, Samuel Martin, Harrison Pluschke
Bailey Crothers, Oliver Repton, Conner Souey, Bayley Messina, Stewart Wallace, Jerome Francis, Scott Smith, Jack Ellis, Michael Piercey, Lachlan Morrell, Jacob Lane, Sam Rogers, Ben Klug, Arthur Corunna, Latre Harrison, Nelson Morgan, Luke Gollan, Aiden Weaver, Thomas Menzies, Oliver Harding
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SEVENTH ROW: David Bott, Peter Shackles, Ethan Siegmund, Myles Prasser-Jones, Fletcher Cremasco, Thomas Gooch, Todd Retallack, James Humphry, Rohan Dick, Joe Dowling, Gregory Jackson, Calvin Westerman, Lewis Abbey, Angus Rogers, Braden Retallack, Mitchell Evans, Christopher Lawrance, Thomas Klug, Matthew Markwell
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JUNIOR SCHOOL A constant theme for 2015 has been success and effort. I have spoken with the boys repeatedly about the importance of trying hard, failing and trying again. I have talked about how this level of effort and resilience brings great rewards. I have written about the work of Carol Dweck, a Professor of Psychology at Stanford University, who commented about the benefits of praise for effort over praise for high grades having a dramatic impact on the achievement of children. We have often highlighted the efforts of the boys of the Junior School and the success they have enjoyed because of this. 2015 has certainly given us a great deal to be proud of. We have seen our boys achieve tremendous personal success in the classroom. They have made significant progress in their development of basic skills. They have applied themselves and worked so well together in all areas. I have had the pleasure of seeing the boys’ pride in their achievements and their enjoyment in working together in their various pursuits in the classrooms and specialist lessons.
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The inclusion of robotics into our co-curricular programme, and now into our classroom programme, has added to the learning of the boys. Sphero robots are being used in all classes for Mathematics and Science. I have personally witnessed the outstanding collaboration and discussions the boys have been immersed in while working to solve the challenges they have been set. Programming clubs, aviation and the use of educational versions of Minecraft, as well as other applications, have started the Junior School on its Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) journey. Many boys have achieved personal successes as well. Nathan Liu (Year 3) and Emanuel Radici (Year 5) received A grades with honours in their Australian Music Examination Board (AMEB) violin exams. Winston Kwan (Year 3) achieved top 100 nationally and worldwide for his work on Mathletics. In the Australian Mathematics Trust Competitions (a competition with 250,000 participants), Hugo Fellows-Smith (Year 5) earned the prize for top 1% nationally in Upper Primary Division. High Distinctions for top 1% of students nationally in Middle Primary Division went to Winston Kwan (Year
3) and Thomas Gray (Year 4), and a Distinction for top 3% of students nationally in Upper Primary Division went to Sean Palmer (Year 5). Winston Kwan (Year 3) and James Winch (Year 3) both earned High Distinctions for their success in the ICAS Mathematics Competition. James Winch, Nicolas Langsford, Noah Lewis, Henry Cooper and Alexander Russell-Weisz each earned Distinctions in the ICAS Writing Competition. Our artists, both visual and performing, also enjoyed the spotlight and their own successes. Under the leadership and choreography of Miss Samson, the boys in Year 5 stole the show at the IPSHA Performing Arts Festival performing the story The Duck and the Darklings and the Year 4 classes wowed us with their hip hop moves. The Junior School Choir sang beautifully at numerous events over the course of the year. The Inspirations Art Exhibition showcased a sample of the wonderful work Ms Sabitay has completed with the boys over the course of the year. Boys from the Junior School entered the Doodle4Google Competition with Billy Mahaffy winning his age group. Ms Sabitay also encouraged the Junior School boys to
The College unveiled the new House banners late in the year. Each House now has a banner to march behind and a fitting motto to rally around. I am so very proud of the Junior School boys who designed the banners and the work of Ruth DeVos, the artist who brought them to life.
enter the Shaun Tan Young Artists Awards. Three of our young artists featured in the final results. Alexander Fine was one of three finalists in the Years 1 and 2 Category, James Mahaffy was one of four finalists in the Years 5 and 6 Category and Billy Mahaffy was listed as an exhibited artist. Twenty six boys from Years 1 to 5 entered our first Junior School Film Festival. The creativity of the boys was outstanding and Billy and James Mahaffy’s short film Mr Dunderheed was declared the overall winner. We have had our regular annual events that have brought the community together to celebrate the efforts of the boys. Mr Whiston, in his first year as Head of Sport and Physical Education, organised our events brilliantly, putting his own touch on each. The inclusion of athletics events for Years 1 and 2 and the initiating of the first Years 1 and 2 Aqua Fun Day have been great ideas that have added to our sporting programme. Mr Whiston’s and Ms Clancy’s commitment to developing the basic skills in Physical Education lessons have targeted the boys’ key areas for development and allowed all to have success. A great many boys set personal bests in the pool, on the track and in the field. Many were clearly pleased with their efforts even if they did not win. Our JPSSA teams have been competitive this year winning the JPSSA Cross County and Athletics competitions and finishing third in Swimming. Boys were given new opportunities to test their abilities against fellow students from Scotch and schools across the city. In our first Junior School Speakers’ Challenge, all Year 5 boys presented a speech with the top 10
James Florere conamur “We try our best to succeed”
Gordon Fides et cooperatio “Confidence and cooperation”
Andrew Concordia et fortitude “Unity and courage”
David Consociati et impavidi “Together and fearless”
Robert Consociati stamus fortiter “Together we stand strong”
Bruce Obligatio et patientia “Commitment and Endurance”
competitors presenting in the Showcase; Thomas Simich was our overall winner, Mitchel Hyde placed second and Julius Kain placed third. These boys went on to represent the College at the IPSHA Speakers’ Challenge earning bronze medals for their efforts. Our Inter-House Spelling Bee allowed our top spellers to test their skills against one another with four boys representing the School in the Inter-School Spelling Bee that saw Emanuel Radici winning the Year 5 title. The boys thanked their parents and grandparents at three special events. The Mothers’ Day afternoon tea and assembly gave the boys a forum to thank their mothers for all they do for them. Grandparents’ Day was again special; seeing the boys interacting with their grandparents in the classroom and at the picnic was touching. The Fathers’ Day breakfast was a wonderful event and featured a motivational talk from Brant Garvey, a professional triathlete and a member of the elite Australian Paratriathlon team. While his prosthetic legs fascinated our boys, they met and heard from a man who would not let perceived physical limitations prevent him from pursuing his dream of representing his country. A highlight of the year for me was the staff pantomime that formed part of our Book Week celebrations. Performing Wombat Stew, the teachers entertained the boys with their
providing input on the design. The boys were able to watch the playground take shape and it was finally opened at the end of the Winter Term. The wait was definitely worth it. Used extensively before, during and after school, it has challenged the boys physically and engaged their imagination and stimulated their play. It has done all that we had hoped it would and improved our facilities for the boys and the community. 2015 has truly been a year to remember. Successes have been enjoyed across the Junior School community and we have grown in so many ways. I wish to thank the outstanding teachers and education assistants of the Junior School. Their commitment to the boys and their learning, and their willingness to reflect on their practice and work to become even better as educators, is inspiring. I wish to thank the parents for the ongoing support and engagement with us on many levels this year. Finally, I wish to thank the fine boys we are privileged to teach. They have worked so very hard and demonstrate a willingness to improve and do better. The boys, parents and teachers truly make our School a wonderful place to be. Mr John Stewart Head of Junior School
take on this much-loved children’s story by Marcia Vaughan. The biggest development the boys and the School enjoyed was the construction of our new pirate ship playground. The programme commenced in July of 2014 with the boys JUNIOR SCHOOL • page 27
AROUND D SCHOOL SILLY BIRDS ASSEMBLY
THE SNEETCHES
BUDDY DAY
My favourite event was our “Silly Birds” assembly because I liked how we had to dress up as a bird with leggings. It was epic and I liked talking into the microphone.
I really enjoyed doing our assembly item on “The Sneetches” because I got to be the funny Sylvester McMonkey McBean.
My favourite thing that we did in Year 2 was when we had our Buddy Day with the Year 12 boys; we went on a Treasure Hunt. First we got a map and then we found all the clues. Finally we sang a song and had a burger.
Ross Goring, Year 2W
William Macknay, Year 1G PIRATE SHIP OPENING SNOWSUIT I liked our weather assembly because my snowsuit is really, really comfy and I really liked the water cycle song. My snowsuit reminds me of when I first got good at skiing.
My favourite event was the Pirate Ship Opening Ceremony because it is the best playground I’ve ever been on. It’s got a zip line with barrels of gold and money too! Jake Taboni, Year 2W
Oliver Campbell, Year 1G CHAPEL WEATHER ASSEMBLY I really liked the weather assembly we did. I enjoyed reading my words and singing the water cycle song.
My favourite moment in Chapel was when we watched the trailer of Inside Out because it helped me to think about calming down and not hurting other people.
Thomas Chambers, Year 1G
Daniel Byrne, Year 2W
NEW PLAYGROUND
NAIDOC WEEK
I think the new playground is going to be awesome and fun. I can’t wait to play on the ship and be a pirate. I am going to get Cohen to walk the plank.
I loved it when some of the Year 12 boys came down to celebrate NAIDOC Week with us. I got my face painted and I looked like an Aboriginal warrior. We watched an Aboriginal show and there were mermaids; they were meant to make the Aboriginal tree feel better. I felt sad for one of the Aborigines in the story but in the end I felt happy.
Hamish Byass, Year 1P ZIP LINE My favourite thing to do is play on the pirate ship because I like to go on the zip line. I can pretend I am swinging onto another ship. Alexander Jermy, Year 2W
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Blake Pearce, Year 2F
Thomas Magtengaard, Year 2F NEW BOY I got a warm welcome from the boys in 3T and 3S. Jasper showed me the library, Billy showed me where to play and Angus, Fred and Jamie let me play footy with them. When the Year 3S went to Art, Ms Sabitay helped me catch up. I had a fantastic first day at Scotch. Jai Moxham, Year 3T NEW BOY When I first came to Scotch College I was so nervous, but now I am not so nervous. I like Scotch, especially the kids. Angus Kaufman, Year 3T RECESS/LUNCH PLAY At recess I play football. Football is my favourite because I love kicking balls and aiming at targets like footy goals. At lunch I play football, just like at recess, but I get more playtime, which is awesome! Fred Fielder, Year 3T
TEACHERS
LIGHTNING LUNCH
BEING A NEW BOY
At Scotch there are lots of different types of teachers! There are funny teachers (Mr Norman), happy teachers (Ms Samson), Canadian teachers (Mr Stewart), princess teachers (Mrs Turkich) and Scottish teachers (Mrs Webster). All together they make one amazing bunch.
As the Chapel Captain, I was involved in the organisation and running of activities for the Junior School’s Lightning Lunch. We were raising money for the earthquake in Nepal. We had a range of fun activities including a raffle, a paper plane throwing contest, cup stacking, a cake stall, sports activities and even miming. It was a successful event.
My favourite thing about the teaching at this School is the fact that the teachers are always there to help and strive to make you always do the best that you can. I have only come to the School this year and I have loved it so much, not only the fun way of teaching but because of all the great friends you can make. Also, all the great teachers that are always there to help.
Alex Hudson, Year 3T
Hugh Fellows-Smith, Year 5C
Lachie Bateman, Year 5C
BEING A NEW BOY I came to Scotch at the start of the school year and I have made lots of friends since I came. It’s been so fun. I like Scotch so much; it’s the coolest school ever because everyone is so nice to me. Scotch is the best school ever!
PLAYGROUND
Alexander Jackson, Year 4R
Banjo Harold, Year 5C
FLIGHT IS FOR THE STRONG
CAPTAINS
In Aviation Club it is amazing; we are instructed by an actual pilot who ensures that everything is correct. At first it may seem hard and tedious but after a term you start to get the hang of it.
My favourite part of Semester 2 was being elected a Captain. I have really enjoyed being a Captain because of the leadership you have to demonstrate and you can promote your ideas throughout the School. One of my favourite parts of the role is speaking. Every second assembly, the Captains create a speech for the Junior School and deliver it. I like this because I enjoy public speaking.
Thomas Byass, Year 4R NEWSPAPER CLUB One of my favourite things was Newspaper Club. The main highlight of the Club was cartooning and listening to music. Writing and preparing our newspaper for publishing can be hard but my favourite role was cartoonist.
I think our playground is the best and it looks amazing! It challenges your body and upper body strength and makes you push your body to its limits to build up strength.
Julien Montandon, Year 5C
YEAR 1 BUDDIES My favourite part of the year was having buddies. On some Friday mornings we would go down to the Year 1P. My buddy was Charlie Warden; we went down to the ovals and played games with them. Mitchell Hyde, Year 5C THE FINAL FLIGHT OF STEPS When I came to Scotch College, I was already in Year 3. I always wondered what was above us, up that extra flight of stairs. Sometimes, we walked up the first few steps pretending we were Year 4s but dared not go up there, though we were dying to go. When I moved up to Year 4, I was sad to leave Mrs T but couldn’t believe we were finally some of the big kids. I love it up here at Year 5 with the great view of the playground and all of my friends. Gianluca Mastrocinque, Year 5W
Codi Cook, Year 5C
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PERFORMING ARTS GOLD
VISITING THE IPSHA PERFORMANCE
CHOIR
I loved lip-syncing to the song “Gold” because we had to concentrate on how our mouth moves when we sing.
My favourite part of our lessons is when we went to go and see the Year 5s perform in the IPSHA Performing Arts Festival. I really liked it because all the lights went black at the end.
My favourite thing is when we have choir because it is so fun and we have the best teacher ever.
Joshua Munro, Year 1G
Nicolas Langsford, Year 4R
Tom Chalmers, Year 3T GAMES
NATURE SOUNDS My favourite moment in Performing Arts is when we learned the song “Nature Sounds” because we learned every single part, including the bongos, congas and bass guitar.
VIBRAPHONE
Brenn Armstrong, Year 1G
Billy Mahaffy, Year 3T
DANCE
BOOMWHACKERS
My favourite thing in Performing Arts is when we dance.
I loved playing with the Boomwhackers because we got to make a song just by hitting them on the ground. They all make different sounds. The longer Boomwhackers make lower sounds and the shorter Boomwhackers make higher sounds.
I personally enjoyed the IPSHA evening performance. It was amazing how it gave me such a rush when I jumped onto the stage. It was spectacular being able to perform in front of hundreds of people with my best mates. All the effort that went into the rehearsals paid off as the dance went perfectly.
Beau Povey, Year 3S
Fletcher O’Connell, Year 5C
PASS THE BEAT
THE DUCK AND THE DARKLINGS
My favourite thing this year in Performing Arts was when we played “Pass the Beat Around the Room”. It was really fun and challenging!
My favourite thing was the IPSHA performance. It was based on a book called The Duck and the Darklings. It was my favourite because it was fun listening to the music and acting it all out.
I loved Musica Viva. It was really cool seeing them play in real life. My favourite instrument was the vibraphone.
My best moment in Performing Arts is when we played games because they are so fun to do but they give you an education as well! Mikhael Djauhari, Year 4R IPSHA
Oliver Montandon, Year 1P GOLD My favourite thing to do in Performing Arts is standing in a circle around the piano and singing the song “Gold” with Miss Samson. Charlie Warden, Year 1P MUSICA VIVA The best part of Performing Arts was when Musica Viva came to School and played awesome acoustic instruments. Jetlen Egerton-Warburton, Year 2W DANCING I just love dancing! Billy Chambers, Year 2F PIANO I love it when Miss Samson plays the piano. When she plays a high note we stand up and when she plays a low note we sit down. Xavier Smith, Year 2F THE RHYTHM WORKS I loved it when we got to see Musica Viva demonstrate The Rhythm Works because I got to go up on stage and dance with them. Euan Byars, Year 2F
Charlie Goyder, Year 3S GROUP WORK I think Performing Arts is a great subject because we do fun things. I like it when we have Musica Viva incursions. I also like it when we learn songs and make up fun dance moves. My favourite is when we get into groups and make up dance moves and then perform to the class. They are some of the reasons I like fantastic Performing Arts. Fletcher McIntosh, Year 4C BOOMWHACKERS My favourite moment was when Miss Samson taught us how to play with the Boomwhackers. They make an awesome sound if you hit them together. Levi Lawson, Year 4R
James Mahaffy, Year 5C PERFORMING WITH CLASSMATES I enjoyed the IPSHA performances because we got to do it in front of a lot of people and I haven’t done much of that. It was fun learning new types of dances and the whole thing turned out to be really great fun. My favourite part was being able to do it with my classmates. I will never forget this moment in my Year 5 life. Lachlan Marley, Year 5C OUT OF THE COMFORT ZONE My favourite Performing Arts moment was when we did IPSHA. It was really fun because Miss Samson pushed us out of our comfort zone and made us feel special, like we were professional performers. It was great. Banjo Harold, Year 5W
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A
RT
UMBRELLAS
ART CLUB
BOARD SHORT PICTURE
My favourite thing in Art was that we got to make the umbrellas. We painted them blue and then we papier mâchéd them and then we put some animals on them. I think they look fantastic!
I enjoyed Art when we did Art Club and we made the Pirate Flags up in the room.
Miss Sabitay told me to use a picture for the board shorts. I listened, got a picture of a koala and BOOM! I drew an amazing picture of a koala and mine was exhibited in the Exhibition. I was very proud of myself.
Andrew Katsambanis, Year 1P KINETIC CATS I loved it when we made Kinetic Cats in Art because after we made the cats it was very cute. I liked Ms Sabitay’s idea. When we were making the cats it was very exciting. My cat was black and I liked the colour of my cat. Everyone had lovely cats. After all the 2F boys finished they looked incredible. Kento Fukuoka, Year 2F POP ART I really liked doing Pop Art because I used really bright colours and we coloured in everyday objects to make them look like art. Lucas Liu, Year 2W WILDFLOWERS I loved drawing the wildflowers in Art because it was fun when we made kites with our pictures. The paper kite won over the laminated one because it was not as heavy. Joshua Cook, Year 2W DECORATING CATS My favourite event was Art because I loved decorating the Kinetic Cats. We used lots of fabrics that felt so cuddly. Richard Gamble, Year 2W
George Young, Year 1G FIRST TIME I liked when we painted umbrellas because it was the first time we had done it. Hugo Atkins, Year 1G BOARD SHORTS This year we got to create designs for board shorts made by Reif Myers (an old Scotch student). I wasn’t thinking I would get my design on the shorts but I did!! I drew a dingo that dances and sings at the same time with a Scotch cap and epic shades. Alasdair Orr, Year 4C ALEBRIJE I found the wiring hard because you have to hold the wire in place and then attach it together. I liked doing the papier mâché and decorating because it was fun and made everyone’s alebrije look better. Jack Carroll, Year 4C STARTING AGAIN I enjoyed when we were making our alebrijes. I was doing well until I realised my alebrije was too low. I had to restart it so I made a new one. It was a kangaroo so I put a cape on it and called it Super Kangaroo and it looked cool. Fletcher Mcintosh, Year 4C
Ryo Hiraiwa, Year 4C ART IN YEAR 4 This year in Art 4C have been doing lino prints, drawings for OZ designs and alebrijes. With the lino prints we made library bags, with the OZ designs we made boardies and we made the alebrijes from scratch! Daniel Kerfoot, Year 4C LINO PRINTING I found it difficult to freehand draw the sea snail for my library bag until I found some pictures to help me. I was very impressed with my finished product. Luca Green, Year 4C MARGARET KEANE We took our pictures and then we enlarged our eyes and cut our heads out. We stuck them on a piece of canvas and painted the rest, using pens, uni-paint pens and paint. I think it was very fun. Winston Kwan, Year 3T BIG EYE PAINTING I enjoyed painting because it was exotic, colourful and interesting. I will give it to my Grandma. Jai Moxham, Year 3T
French LEARNING
MARIE ANTOINETTE’S CAFÉ
FRENCH PEGS
BIOMES
This year in French I have learned a lot about dates and how to say the weather. I have really enjoyed singing French songs and doing French word searches.
I enjoyed learning how to order food in French so we could visit Marie Antoinette’s Café.
Alexander Fine, Year 2W
MENTAL MOTS
I liked the peg system even though it was hard to win. Ms Vinton made this thing called “mental mots” instead of “mental maths”; I found it funny. It is always fun to learn on Linguascope, an app where we do French games and learn French words.
I have learned how to describe animals that live in a biome in French and learned how to say the weather. I enjoyed the lessons where we drew pictures of animals and described what animal they were in French.
Arnaud McVicker, Year 4R
LE AND LA
FRENCH SONG I really enjoy singing the French song and learning about all the different feelings in French. Oliver Cooper, Year 2W
George DiPrinzio, Year 3S
I now know how to say all of the family members in French. My favourite part of French this year was “mental mots”. Jack Cook, Year 4R
Julius Kain, Year 5W
I have learned many different things this year in French including using our le and la in the right places to make the right words. James Spadanuda, Year 5C
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LIBRARY CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS
NEW LOOKS
THE READERS’ CHALLENGE
I like the library. When it was Book Week we got to dress up as characters from books. I dressed up as the character Captain Underpants.
I really like the library’s new looks. The fancy lights catch your eyes and the selection of books is mind-blowing! I think the standards have gone through the roof!
Hamish Byass, Year 1P
James Winch, Year 3S
My favourite moment for Library this year was the Readers’ Challenge. In this challenge you have to read many books then go to one of the schools for a quiz competition. This year MK and I were the reserve people and next year we will be the Captains. How exciting!
BOOK WEEK
SMASHING LIBRARY
On Book Week the whole Junior School had a big parade and I dressed up as Paddington Bear.
My smashing library is the best place on earth. It is so quiet I can hear lots and lots of chirps from birds. My smashing library has lots and lots of different books, because that’s where people get the books.
Oliver Montandon, Year 1P WHERE’S WALLY? I liked the Book Week parade because we got to dress up and I saw lots of new books I didn’t know about. I dressed up as Where’s Wally. Cooper Royle, Year 1G THE AWESOME NEW LIBRARY The new library took a really long time to build; now it is bigger and better. It has more books, it has clubs in it and there are lots more decorations. I like it way better than the last one. Willem Campbell, Year 3S BOOK WEEK I liked Book Week this year! I liked Book Week because everyone dressed up as a character from a book. I dressed up as a lion. My favourite costume was when a Year 1 dressed up as Captain Underpants. Thomas Lambo, Year 3S
Charlie Bowles, Year 3S
James Cowan, Year 4C LUNCH TIME I enjoy the library because it is a cool place to be at lunch. I also like it because we read very funny books with friends. It is also really good because there are comfy beanbags to sit on. Ryan Shine, Year 4C
BOOK WEEK!!!!! I liked Book Week because you don’t have to wear the school uniform. You get to dress up as any character from any book you know. In conclusion, I think Book Week is very fun! Noah Lisle, Year 3S CHESS CLUB This year I loved coming to Chess Club with Ross. I really enjoy it because coming in early is great when my brother has JPSSA. Second, I love playing Chess with my friends and beating them. Daniel Kerfoot, Year 4C QUIET TIME I have really enjoyed the library because it is a place where we can be quiet. I am glad that this new library was made. The library has been very enjoyable for me.
CHESS CLUB This year in the library my favourite time was Chess Club. It was extremely fun (and challenging) and it was obvious that I improved. The best part of the Club was when my friends went to compete in a huge Chess tournament. Next year I think I will become even better at Chess! Alasdair Orr, Year 4C NEW LIBRARY The library this year has been amazing. Our great teacher (Mrs Salt) has done many great things with us. In Book Week everyone dressed as their favourite characters from their favourite books. There are many fantastic books to read and the library is a great place to come. Lucas Woolf, Year 4C
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Classwork HANDWRITING
VCOP
ART ATTACK
I liked it when we first started at Scotch College because we got to do our little handwriting books. We got to trace the letters and make sure our letters got better. I also liked writing the sentence at the end.
My favourite thing in class is VCOP because I always write up to my second page. I have learned that if I don’t talk I will do well because I can focus better and get a good mark.
I enjoyed watching Art Attack as part of our unit of inquiry. We saw the host make traffic cones and cars into a bike as well as papiermâché pants. Later in the show, the host was going on a holiday and his flight was delayed, so to pass the time he made his luggage into a plane. I am looking forward to learning more about art.
Alexander Jermy, Year 2W
Brenn Armstrong, Year 1G
The reason I like Year 2 is because Mrs Fowles painted our feet for Father’s Day. The brush touched my foot and it tickled a lot. Mrs Fowles thought it would tickle a lot and I said, “Yes!” That is why that is my favourite part.
THE PRICE IS RIGHT In Maths class, Mrs Springall and Miss Watson made The Price is Right game because we were learning about money. The challenges were hard, but fun. I won my challenge and picked something from the lucky dip.
Callum Shaw, Year 2F
Sebastian Buchanan, Year 3S
HELICOPTERS
KAHOOT QUIZ
I liked it when we made the helicopters in Inquiry. Firstly we had to fold it and then you had to unfold it. After that you cut it. I loved it because you had to stand on a chair and then drop it. The unit of inquiry was “How the World Works.”
I really enjoy doing Kahoot Quizzes on the iPad because when you put in the answer it takes a long time to show if you are correct which makes it really exciting. We do Kahoot Quizzes to show what we have learned in a topic.
PAINTING
Jonathan Gattorna, Year 2F SPELLING
Ari Coulson, Year 3S BANANAS
I remember my spelling because I practise spelling lots and it is fun. In the spelling tests I break the words up and that makes it easy.
Bananas is a spelling game. We have to stand in a circle and if you get a word wrong you have to sit down. I like it because it’s fun. It also helps with your spelling skills.
Tristan Ilse, Year 2W
Charlie Gray, Year 3S
DARTBOARD MATHS
FLY SWATTING Fly Swatting is a spelling game that we play with Miss Watson. She gives us a word and we have to swat the letters on the flies in the right order. The first person to spell the word correctly wins. I like it because it’s a race and a challenge. It is really funny because it’s nerve-racking.
I like using the dartboard for Mathematics and I always win. It helps me add up in my head in a fun way. James Vaughan, Year 2W KUNG FU PUNCTUATION My favourite event was Kung Fu Punctuation because we were testing our knowledge on punctuation in an EPIC way! Ross Goring, Year 2W PASS THE BOMB I like playing Pass the Bomb because you get to memorise spelling words and it’s really fun when the bomb ticks and explodes. Caelan Casey, Year 2W
Callum Loughnane, Year 3S NAPLAN NAPLAN is good because it challenges me and I like to be challenged. Also, for me NAPLAN was easy, but probably not for some other people. NAPLAN was a bit like Allwell. When I finished my tests I checked my answers. I could have daydreamed but I chose not to. NAPLAN took four days! I like it because it’s the best. Christian Melsom, Year 3S
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Oliver Warden, Year 3S STUDENTS AS TEACHERS I like staying in the classroom on Mondays to “quiet draw”. Sometimes we also work on our “student as teacher” lessons that we present to the class and we get to make our own Kahoot Quizzes to test the class after our lesson too! Oliver Seitchik, Year 4R DIORAMAS I loved making our dioramas because we got to do any endangered animal and mine was the white rhino and poaching. I loved this unit because there was so much to explore and I learned some species that I didn’t even know like the axolotl. Derek Byrne, Year 4R EDMODO I have enjoyed using Edmodo in class for our work. We get to have online discussions, watch videos and read interesting things. My dad and I go onto Edmodo every night and my dad checks all the activities we have done that day and we talk about them. Kyle de Bruin, Year 4R BIG WRITES! My favourite writing piece was about a runner who tore his hamstring at the Olympics and his name was Derek Redmond. I loved this piece and we wrote it in first person. It was so amazing to write about a very good runner who tore his hamstring. We watched a video and it was so sad because his dad came out and helped him walk over the finish line. Will Fairweather, Year 4R
SPORT 2015 has been a fantastic year for sport in the Junior School. The year kicked off with the InterHouse Swimming Carnival taking place in beautiful conditions at HBF Stadium. There were some fine individual performances with Bruce House just pipping David House to win the Carnival. With the onset of the Autumn Term attention turned to the Inter-House Cross Country where competition was stiff in all age groups and Bruce House once again finished on top. Cross Country has been a strength of the College and many of the Junior School boys contributed handsomely to the College finishing in a tie with Aquinas at the InterSchool Cross Country Carnival.
ATHLETICS CARNIVAL
ATHLETICS CARNIVAL
I really enjoyed the Athletics Carnival because I got to do shot put and you could get ribbons for the events. I got second for hurdles and second for the relay.
The thing I like about the Athletics Carnival is the running. I came second in the 60m race, fourth in the 200m race and second in hurdles. I liked it because I got to compete in lots of races. I had lots of fun there. James Tan, Year 3S
Cooper Lisle, Year 1G SOCCER BASEBALL I liked Soccer Baseball. I liked Soccer Baseball because when someone rolls the ball, you have to kick the ball really high and run swiftly. When it’s your turn to be fielder, the kicker kicks the ball and you have to try and catch it and pass it to the next base. Nicholas Zhao, Year 2F ATHLETICS CARNIVAL I loved it when we got to do long jump and hurdles at Athletics Carnival. It was really cool because I came first in long jump! I didn’t knock any hurdles over either.
Our Year 4 boys have enjoyed their carnivals against Hale and Christ Church this year and acquitted themselves well. They have been exposed to the sports they will compete in for the JPSSA competition next year and they are looking forward to this competition with great enthusiasm.
Ben Marris, Year 2W
It was very difficult to keep a strong Bruce House down this year and they triumphed once again at the Athletics Carnival. A personal highlight this year was seeing our Years 1 and 2 boys competing in 60m, 60m Hurdles, 400m and 60m Relay races at the Athletics Carnival.
Hudson Weir, Year 2W
Junior School boys form two thirds of our JPSSA Inter-School teams and they came to the fore to help Scotch win the Inter-School Athletics Carnival, which was held at the WA Athletics Centre. Being competitive at these events is a by-product of the great depth of talent the School has in the sporting arena and it is a pleasure working with all the boys in their Physical Education classes throughout the year. The year concluded with an entertaining and enjoyable Aqua Fun Day at the Scotch pool for our Years 1 and 2 boys. Trying to get these boys involved in School carnivals has been a focus and this is something we look to continue next year. Mr Scott Whiston Head of Junior School Sport
SPORTS DAY My favourite event was Sports Day because I came first in the 60m run and the hurdles. However I came third in the long jump. I loved being outside in the fresh air all day.
CROSS COUNTRY Cross Country makes you fit which is good for you because you can improve your running. Running is good for you and so are other sports. I love Cross Country because it is once a year and you can see if you have improved. I can tell if I have become better already... and I have! Luke Megson, Year 3S GETTING BETTER EACH YEAR I love Cross Country because every year I get better. I came twenty-seventh in Year 1, and in Year 2 I came thirteenth. This year I came ninth which is the best I have ever come! I love the 1.5km run against my friends. I love Cross Country. William Salom, Year 3S
RUNNER UP This year I enjoyed the Athletics Carnival because I got to compete in different events. I ran the 400m race and the 200m race as well as the 60m hurdles and the 60m sprint. I got two firsts and two seconds. I got runner-up, even though I thought I wasn’t going to get a medal! I am looking forward to comparing my results from this year to next year. James Taskunas, Year 3S GAELIC FOOTBALL I like Gaelic Football because it is fun and a cross between Football and Soccer. We just finished learning about Soccer and Mr Whiston is running a Gaelic Football competition. I have my fingers crossed for Gordon House. Isaac Smith, Year 3S INTERS My favourite thing about Sport was when I made it into the Inter-School team and I did triple jump. I did a mega jump and I made 8.32 metres. It was my best jump and I liked it a lot. Also, Scotch got first place at the Inter-School Carnival. Marco Ghiselli, Year 4R JPSSA My favourite thing was JPSSA because it was fun playing a sport that I like and playing it with my friends. JPSSA was a good way to compete against other people. Andrew Stegena, Year 5W JPSSA SOCCER My favourite part of the year was the JPSSA Soccer because I got into the A team and I thought that everything went well. We played against other schools such as Aquinas, Guildford, Trinity, Hale, Wesley and Christ Church. It was a great way to introduce a competitive environment to Years 5s and 6s. Sean Palmer, Year 5W
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Incursions and EXCURSIONS
WADING AT KINGS PARK
GRAVITY CENTRE
EXCURSIONS
I liked when we went to Kings Park because we went wading in the water and it was very relaxing. I also liked looking at the tadpoles and seeing all of the tiny black fish.
In Term 2, when 2F went to the Gravity Centre, it was my favourite day. I found out a lot about gravity. I went up to the top of the Leaning Tower of Gingin and dropped a water bomb down and it went splat. After that, we went back to School on the bus. It was the best day!
Excursions are really fun and I like to go on buses on the way there and back. I like excursions because they always make me a bit nervous. Excursions are also fun because you get to do cool stuff like when I went to Kelmscott Farm; I got to carry the baby chicks.
Matthew Hale, Year 1G VIEWS OF THE CITY I liked Kings Park because we got to climb the big tall towers and we got to go in the lake. We could see the city from the tallest tower. The water was nice; it wasn’t too hot or too cold. We also got to climb on the ropes and it was funny when we were climbing and moving the ropes. Daniel Weustink, Year 1G FISH AND CHIPS My favourite excursion was Sculpture by the Sea because we got to eat chips and we got to see a sculpture we could go inside of. I also liked digging in the sand and finding a glass case that had different shapes in it. Johannes Jensen, Year 1G BUS RIDE I liked Sculpture by the Sea because we got to see inside the sculptures. They were made out of different colours and shapes. I liked the bus ride home because we got to see all the cars and trucks. Thomas Houliston, Year 1G WATER PLAY I liked it when we went to Naturescape and we learned how the marri tree grows. We got to play in the water and we tried to dam it up. It was fun throwing nuts in the water and watching them floating away. Charlie Warden, Year 1P PLC GIRLS I liked going on excursions, especially when we got to go with the PLC girls to Kings Park and we got to play tag in the playground. Soichiro Kato, Year 2W
Jamie Jones, Year 3T
Orlando Capobianco, Year 2F BOLD PARK EXCURSION YEAR 2 PLC EXCURSION I liked it when we went to PLC because it was when we got together as groups. It was a summative assessment excursion. When we got together we had a big sheet of paper that we used to make a community space for Scotch mixed with PLC. I liked to collaborate with PLC because we drew and coloured. It was so much fun! Jack Sisson, Year 2F GRAVITY CENTRE I liked going to the Gravity Centre when we dropped water balloons off the tower. They made explosions at the bottom and taught us all about gravity. Nicholas Lovegrove, Year 2W PERTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA My favourite event at School was when the Perth Symphony Orchestra came and we got to do body percussion. I liked it when we used our bottom and the other parts of our bodies to make different sounds! Vincent Zhu, Year 2W KELMSCOTT AGRICULTURAL FARM I liked the Kelmscott Agricultural Farm because we got to see the sheep shearing and we got to feel the shearing machines. We also got to see the cows that were going into a competition. We got to hold baby chickens and search for eggs. We learned about where food comes from and made scones from scratch. Ethan Kerr, Year 3S
I loved our excursion when we went to Bold Park. We had so much fun and we also went for a hike and saw some good scenery, as we became explorers for the day! Marshall Grosse, Year 4R FREMANTLE PRISON My favourite excursion was Fremantle Prison because we got to see Moondyne Joe’s prison cell and we got to see all the other cells. It was really cool but it really smelled! It was so big and it looked so old and broken from the fire, so I was amazed. Matthew Graham, Year 4R CLAREMONT QUARTER My favourite excursion was when we went to Claremont Quarter. We interviewed all the owners of the Claremont Quarter shops. By far it’s probably the best excursion I have had. Levi Lawson, Year 4R MORAY I liked Moray because it was the first time we actually got to go camping and sleep in tents. Moray was really fun because I also learned so much in the three awesome days. Jensen Blok, Year 5W MORAY I really enjoyed Moray because it gave everyone a chance to get outside and not play video games at home. Also, I enjoyed Moray because we learned how to put up a tent; I never knew how to put one up. Lastly I enjoyed Moray because we did a search to find all the keys to finish our task. Rory King, Year 5W
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PYP EXHIBITION I really enjoyed the Exhibition because I liked being able to do whatever we wanted to do within a topic. I really loved the topic because migration has such a variety of things to find out. The best part was presenting because I got to show friends and family what I learned and how I found out the information. Miss Cirillo and Mr Wells made really fun activities to teach us more about migration. All in all, our Exhibition was one of the best things in Year 5 so far. Alex Russell-Weisz, Year 5C My favourite part of this year was the Exhibition by far. This was because it took a long time, lots of preparation and learning throughout Junior School. This meant a lot because I have been here since Year 2. Benjamin Melville, Year 5C My favourite part of the Exhibition was when we got to make our presentation in a week. It was very stressful and hard but we eventually got there, and then after that it was quite easy. Cooper Stanley, Year 5C I enjoyed the Exhibition because I got to show my ability for researching and taking action and I had a lot of fun along the way. I liked how I got to go deeper into a topic and really understand it. I liked that we had help if we needed it but in general it was completely independent. Fletcher O’Connell, Year 5C
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I liked the Exhibition because we got to choose our own topic on migration and talk to all the Junior School boys, our parents and PLC about what we’ve learned. It was exciting having visitors and I even had a real Viking sword replica and some handmade costumes!
My favourite part for this year was the PYP Exhibition because I learned a lot about the gold rush and working with a partner. When I first found out about the PYP Exhibition I was scared and I thought I would mess up, but it turns out that it was a big success.
Harrison Clark, Year 5C
Paras Patel, Year 5C
I really liked the Exhibition because I learned a lot about my topic and loved the experience. The best part was presenting because visitors had a smile on their faces when they left my stand. Two girls even told their mother, “Do not go anywhere else, just stay here at these two boys’ stand.”
My favourite part of Year 5 was doing the PYP Exhibition because I loved showing what I was capable of and doing the report with all of my information. My posters came out really well and in total I had 110 people come to my desk! Hamish Meston, Year 5W
Henry Capon, Year 5C The Exhibition was an amazing journey into inquiry. I learned a lot about inquiry, what it is and how to research online. My topic was on the West Indians’ migration to England after WWII. James Moffat-Clarke, Year 5C My favourite part of the year was the Exhibition because we got to learn so much on our topic and teach older people and outsmart my own family. I also liked getting asked questions. I liked how we got to do it in the gallery; it was a good space. It was fun watching people playing with my model of a goldfield. Matthew Coutts, Year 5C
One of the main highlights for me in Year 5 has been the PYP Exhibition. When I was in Year 3 we went to look at the Year 5s Exhibition in the Dining Room. I remember we all crowded around the entrance and were literally shaking with excitement. I was amazed how much all of the boys could tell me and felt like a Year 5 myself with all the knowledge I had gained. I couldn’t believe that I had that same amazing opportunity to share my knowledge with the other kids. I really loved it. Gianluca Mastrocinque, Year 5W
Staff BACK ROW:
Tara Fowles, Tania Wheeler, Kristen Gray, Scott Whiston, Andrew Wells, Jeffrey Flint, Phebe Samson
THIRD ROW:
Anne Wright, Renae Cirillo, Rebecca Turkich, Claire Morton, Olivia Creagh, Larree Springall, Anna Clancy
SECOND ROW: Liza Richardson, Alison Webster, Fran Longhurst, Daniela Jasper, Fiona Pinardi, Sue Phillips, Karen Sabitay, Liz Cruikshank FRONT ROW:
Carolyn Vinton, Amanda Ritchie, Penny Hooper, John Stewart, Warwick Norman, Janet Lopez, Mandeep Rae
1G BACK ROW:
Mrs Mandeep Rae, Mrs Kristen Gray
MIDDLE ROW:
William Macknay, Thomas Houliston, Daniel Weustink, George Young, Oliver Campbell, Matthew Hale, Brenn Armstrong
FRONT ROW:
Thomas Chambers, Cooper Royle, Johannes Jensen, Cooper Lisle, Oban Hopkins, Joshua Munro, Hugo Atkins
1P BACK ROW:
Mrs Lisa Mayne, Mrs Sue Phillips
MIDDLE ROW:
Luca Niardone, Charlie Warden, Hamish Byass, Thomas Lovegrove, Tristan Gastevich, Jack Mayo, Cohen Clover
FRONT ROW:
Andrew Katsambanis, Brendan Chin, Oliver Montandon, Charlie Martin, Anderson Strk-Lingard, Aidan Willoughby, Kush Narula
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2F BACK ROW:
James Bowie, Jonathan Filopoulos, Euan Byars, Luca Wheeler, Xavier Smith, John Gordon, Lucas Marley, Charles Dean
MIDDLE ROW:
Mrs Tania Wheeler, Blake Pearce, Thomas Magtengaard, Billy Chambers, Mrs Tara Fowles, Lachlan Cairns, Jarrod Hutchison, Jonathan Gattorna, Mrs Nathali Veitch
FRONT ROW:
Jack Sisson, Stewart Graves, Kento Fukuoka, Nicholas Zhao, Xavier Vanden Driesen, Orlando Capobianco, Callum Shaw, Dylan Burke
ABSENT:
Luca Smith
2W BACK ROW:
Caelan Casey, Jetlen Egerton-Warburton, Hudson Weir, Ben Marris, Charlie Roads, James Vaughan, Tristan Ilse, Lachlan Kirkham
MIDDLE ROW:
Mrs Alison Webster, Oliver Cooper, Richard Gamble, Alexander Jermy, Nicholas Lovegrove, Jake Taboni, Lachlan Palich, Alexander Fine, Mrs Laura Triglavcanin
FRONT ROW:
Soichiro Kato, Joshua Cook, Lucas Liu, Daniel Byrne, Samuel Holmes, Ross Goring, James Heggart, Vincent Zhu
3S
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BACK ROW:
Charles Gray, James Hollier, James Tan, Charles Goyder, Christian Melsom, David Walton, Thomas Lambo, Oliver Warden
MIDDLE ROW:
Mrs Liz Cruikshank, James Taskunas, Ethan Kerr, George Di Prinzio, Mrs Larree Springall, Luke Megson, Charles Bowles, Austin Prendiville, Mrs Fran Longhurst
FRONT ROW:
Jordan Bailey, Noah Lisle, Willem Campbell, William Salom, Thomas Harris, James Winch, Beau Povey, Sebastian Buchanan
ABSENT:
Ari Coulson, Callum Loughnane, Isaac Smith
3T BACK ROW:
Tane Croon-Hargrave, Jack Cummins, Oliver Lisewski, Jack Wood, Matthew Philpott, Jai Moxham
THIRD ROW:
Isaak Ventouras, Archie Murdoch, Alex Hudson, Winston Kwan, Ryan Wang, Nathan Liu
SECOND ROW: Mrs Fran Longhurst, Mrs Rebecca Turkich, Calum Cameron, Jasper Constantine, Angus King, Wesley Howell, Kevin Li, Jamie Jones, Mrs Fiona Pinardi, Mrs Tania Wheeler FRONT ROW:
Austin Hollier, William Mahaffy, Angus Kaufman, Declan Riordan, Frederick Fielder, Tom Chalmers, William Howie
4C BACK ROW:
Ryo Hiraiwa, Alexander Dore, Fletcher McIntosh, Liam Jermy, Jack Carroll, Reilly Gastevich, James Cowan
THIRD ROW:
Alasdair Orr, Elijah Pretorius, Harrison Smith, Tom Gray, Hayden Henschel, Nathaniel Mooney
SECOND ROW: Mrs Jill Willetts, Ross Whittome, Daniel Kerfoot, Alexander Holmes, Miss Olivia Creagh, Lucas Woolf, Rory Keevill, Luca Green, Mrs Fiona Pinardi FRONT ROW:
Alexios Panagodimos, Hugo Poll, Alexander Macfarlane-Grieve, Harry Dean, Ryan Shine, Thomas Corrie, Joseph Chegwidden
4R BACK ROW:
Marshall Grosse, Noah Lewis, Arnaud McVicker, Thomas Byass, Nicolas Langsford, Mehki Lucerne-Knight, Jack Cook
THIRD ROW:
Levi Lawson, Kyle de Bruin, Chase Fenton, Max Mackay-Coghill, Hugh Chapman, Marco Ghiselli
SECOND ROW:
Mrs Nathalie Veitch, Gabriel Huberman, Alexander Jackson, William Fairweather, Ms Liza Richardson, Jonathan Groom, Derek Byrne, Oliver Seitchik, Mrs Jill Willetts
FRONT ROW:
Callum Fairweather, Mikhael Djauhari, Aidan Martin, Jude Lloyd Hudson, Campbell Houliston, Felix Garelja, Matthew Graham
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5C
BACK ROW:
Alexander Russell-Weisz, Henry Vaughan, Cooper Stanley, Matthew Coutts, Jack Frazer, Alexander Bateman
THIRD ROW:
Pablo Munoz Morillo, Fletcher O’Connell, Hugo Fellows-Smith, Jason Ilse, Henry Capon, Mitchell Hyde, Julien Montandon
SECOND ROW:
Miss Renae Cirillo, James Mahaffy, Codi Cook, Thomas Macknay, Thomas Ostergaard, James Moffat-Clarke, Henry De Keulenaer, Mrs Liz Cruikshank
FRONT ROW:
Thomas Simich, Lachlan Marley, Paras Patel, Luca Muir Anderson, Lachlan Bateman, Benjamin Melville, James Spadanuda
ABSENT:
Harrison Clark, Seamus Walton
5W
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BACK ROW:
Rory King, Julius Kain, Harry Jenour, Ethan Saffy, Ben Weber, Banjo Harold, Finn Cummins, Jensen Blok
MIDDLE ROW:
Mrs Lisa Mayne, Andrew Stegena, Gianluca Mastrocinque, Benjamin Breden, Jonathan Dunlop, Toby Webster, Stewart van Hoek, Hamish Meston, Thomas Ruefli, Sean Palmer, Mr Andrew Wells
FRONT ROW:
Emanuel Radici, Joel Stocks, Finn Jones, Riley Monaghan, Henry Cooper, Thomas Le Page, Lucas Ralls, Luca Datodi
ABSENT:
Matthew Heathcote-Smith
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Jonathan Dunlop, Fletcher O’Connell, Gianluca Mastrocinque, Pablo Munoz Morillo, Julien Montandon, Hugo Fellows-Smith, Rory King, Jensen Blok, Mitchell Hyde, Toby Webster, Thomas Macknay, Hamish Meston, Thomas Ostergaard, Codi Cook
THIRD ROW:
James Spadanuda, Emanuel Radici, Lachlan Marley, Benjamin Melville, Luca Muir Anderson, Finn Jones, Paras Patel, Lachlan Bateman, Joel Stocks, Lucas Ralls, Luca Datodi, Thomas Simich
Seamus Walton, Harrison Clark
FRONT ROW:
ABSENT:
SECOND ROW: Mr Andrew Wells, Miss Renae Cirillo, Thomas Le Page, Sean Palmer, James Mahaffy, James Moffat-Clarke, Riley Monaghan, Benjamin Breden, Stewart van Hoek, Andrew Stegena, Thomas Ruefli, Henry Cooper, Henry De Keulenaer, Mrs Liz Cruikshank, Mrs Lisa Mayne
Henry Capon, Alexander Bateman, Julius Kain, Henry Vaughan, Cooper Stanley, Ethan Saffy, Ben Weber, Matthew Coutts, Jack Frazer, Banjo Harold, Harry Jenour, Finn Cummins, Alexander Russell-Weisz, Jason Ilse
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Year 5
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“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.� Mahatma Gandhi
Head of
MIDDLE SCHOOL 2015 saw the fulfilment of an eight-year vision and plan to create a Middle School that focused on and catered for boys inarguably the most dynamic phase of their personal, social, intellectual and physical lives – early adolescence. With a focus on Transition, Engagement and Innovation 540 boys, including 35 boarders, and 32 teachers filled Middle School. As our Chair of Council, Mr Digby Stretch, said to the students, staff and parents at the opening ceremony of the new Library and Gallery this year, “It is now all over to you. Make the most of it, do great things.” We certainly have started that and the following article begins our story in our new surroundings. One highlight was the opportunity to escort former Headmaster Rev Andrew Syme and Mrs Syme through the new campus and for Rev Syme to see how his early thoughts and plans regarding the Middle School had materialised and come to full and vibrant fruition. One of the important roles of the Reporter is to record some of the particular history of each year. The new roles of Year Coordinator for Years 6, 7 and 8 have helped shape the look of the Middle School Reporter entries and the events of the year. Keeping with our new environment, six new House banners were commissioned for Junior and Middle School Houses this year and the end result is fabulous. Middle School House Champions Swimming Gordon House Cross Country James House Athletics Andrew House Debating Robert House Spelling Gordon House 2015 Middle School House Champions Gordon House
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The Middle School Production this year was the hilarious Robin Hood & the Not So Merry Men and played to sold out audiences each session. Scotch Youth Voices continued to draw attention wherever they performed and again impressed audiences and organisers at the Fairbridge Festival, being invited back to a bigger stage next year. Teachers once again went under the shears courtesy of student efforts in the World’s Greatest Shave fundraiser for Leukaemia research. However, it was Alistair Watters, pictured here being chaired off the oval after his six-month long effort to coordinate a Guinness World Record attempt for the most people in a beep test, who deserves a special mention when we think about our community mindedness this year. Alistair gathered up 564 participants to do a beep test simultaneously. Sadly we fell 15 people short of the target of 579 participants, but the end result of $1700 going toward PMH and the Samuel Morris Foundation indicate Alistair’s efforts were hugely successful. The College’s adoption of the Round Square programme has opened doors for student exchange across the College, including our Year 8 boys. In Middle School we looked within Australia for exchange opportunities and this year offered opportunities for six boys to go to or host fellow Year 8 students from Scotch College Oakburn in Launceston, Ivanhoe Grammar in Melbourne and the Westminster School in Adelaide, each for two-week visits. The experience was eyeopening and the stories they brought home have certainly whet the appetite for the next crop of Year 8 boys to see beyond our current boundaries with a degree of security and confidence. We aim to increase the number of host school opportunities in 2016 with a school in each state.
Congratulations to the 2016 Scholarship Winners J A Gooch Oliver Barrett G G Gooch Oscar Clements Academic Entrance Jim Allen and Thomas Westcott Music Samuel Barrett-Lenard, Declan Reilly, Xavier Dry, Pierce Davis Since inception our final assembly each year has been an occasion when we have recognised students who have really embraced the ideals of the International Baccalaureate as encapsulated in the Learner Profile and Learner Attitudes. We have recognised these in the form of book awards across each subject area with the citation “For enthusiasm, commitment and a willingness to share their learning with others.” It has been a joy recognising these boys. For the past two years we have also acknowledged a boy in each year level for his citizenship qualities, a boy who reminds us that it is predominantly our character, how we act toward each other, that shapes our destiny. This award now has an inspiring name and we were very grateful to have Rin and Anthony Maslin describe, announce and then present our newly minted Mo Maslin Citizenship Awards. Mo Maslin Citizenship Award Year 6 Samuel Dyball Year 7 Fletcher Gardner Year 8 Benji Steinberg Mr Richard Ledger Head of Middle School
YEAR SIX
YEAR 6 CURRICULUM The Year 6 curriculum is full of exciting things to do and learn. Its rigorous nature has kept the 2015 cohort on their toes while at the same time fuelling their enthusiasm for learning and growth as global citizens.
They also relished the chance to explore computer programming using the Scratch programme where they learned to create computer games that performed various mathematical operations and drew polygons.
As a subject that spreads its tendrils across the entire curriculum, English aimed to provide the boys with opportunities to improve their skills as communicators. The examination of characters in novels and stories allowed the boys to traverse the boundaries of their own principles and values, developing strong reflective learners. A much loved unit creating their own “lost thing” creatures had the boys sinking their creative minds into the wondrous world of Shaun Tan. Writing and designing an iBook about their creatures was definitely a highlight of the year. The study of newspapers evolved into a crime investigation as the boys needed to examine evidence and suspects to find the perpetrator of a classroom “incident”. Newspaper articles and television reports were then made to inform and entertain.
Integrated Learning, or iLearn, blends skills and concepts across the Humanities and Science curriculum areas. This year, inquiries were conducted to explore the science behind natural disasters, as well as their impacts on people and places. This then led to the topic of Immigration where boys honed their research skills, delving into the lives of famous Australian migrants and their contributions to society. Perhaps the most popular unit was Electricity, which had the boys building electrical circuits and learning all about renewable energy sources. Learning to use the Scientific Method underpinned a variety of investigations and experiments, culminating in the big Year 6 Science Fair. Being a principled learner was also encouraged through our unit titled “The World is a Village”. This examined the basic needs of communities and individuals and how these are met, or not met, in places around the world. The development of critical thinking helped to emphasise the importance of being caring and proactive global citizens and really hit home with many boys.
In Mathematics boys were encouraged to develop as knowledgeable and thinking learners who are able to choose from a range of skills in order to solve increasingly complex problems. The boys were exposed to varied knowledge, skills and abilities across the three main strands of Number and Algebra, Measurement and Geometry, and Statistics and Probability. Cartesian Plane graphing was a popular topic, as the boys used their new knowledge of coordinates and quadrants to play a hotly contested version of Battleship.
Physical Education provided many physical challenges and learning opportunities for students. They thoroughly enjoyed the risktaking component inherent in the Gymnastics unit, choreographing a routine complete with songs and costumes to present to their class.
The Athletics unit saw the boys developing their own training programmes to help improve their times in the 100-metre sprint, ready to compete in the School Athletics Carnival. Trying out a variety of international games was also a big hit with the boys, seeing them engage in sports such as Gaelic Football and European Handball. Studying a second language gave the boys opportunities to develop as open-minded, communicative and inquiring learners. Whilst learning about homes and rooms, the French students enjoyed building their dream houses and presenting them to the class. In Winter Term, they cared for a family of escargots, as they were learning about family and animals. Each class named one of them and the boys were responsible for cleaning the tank and feeding them. Highlights from the Indonesian classroom included learning about markets and trade, and playing Congklak, a traditional children’s game played with shells. In Design, the boys completed a rotating experience of three specialty subjects, adding to their balanced and knowledgeable learner profiles. They were thrilled to build a wooden kangaroo toy in Materials Design; they learned to use various digital technologies to create a stop-motion animation in Digital Design; and, needless to say, Food Design was a firm favourite as it provided the opportunity for delicious Friday afternoon snacks of smoothies and breakfast burritos.
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YEAR 6 EVENTS As the boys in Year 6 walked through the doors of the Middle School for the first time, what awaited them throughout the year were many special events that included an incursion, excursion, Quiz Night, Spelling Bee, a Science Fair, combined PLC/Scotch Mathematics relay and many special guests who would deliver inspiring speeches on a range of relevant topics studied throughout the year. The New Year started with former West Coast Eagles captain Darren Glass presenting a motivating talk on what it takes to succeed. Darren spoke about how young men need to look after their bodies with food and fitness, that working hard will be beneficial for not only yourself but the whole year group and a few old football stories of old. An extremely excited Joshua Woodward then took Darren for a private tour of the new facilities of the Middle School. Binh Nguyen captivated us all with his story of survival and how he migrated from
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Vietnam. The boys had many questions for him, as migration was a current unit of work. Many boys were left mesmerized by Binh’s stories of courage, hardship and family life. As the year was drawing to an end, Namitasha Goring delivered a meaningful speech about the rights of children all over the world. The annual Spelling Bee was well received by all as many Year 6 boys found themselves on stage in MacKellar hall fighting to become crowned the overall champion house. Presbyterian Ladies’ College hosted the annual Mathematics relay race, which saw many of the Scotch boys crunching numbers to help their team solve a number of problem solving tasks throughout the afternoon. Scitech came and blew all our minds with an entertaining demonstration on the many wonders of water. Boys were able to travel water down a string to fill up a container, time
how long it would take to blow up a balloon that was half full of water and recognise just how much water is in their own bodies. As our unit of migration progressed, we hopped on the bus and travelled down to funky Fremantle to visit the Maritime museum. It was here that the boys discovered many tales of what it was first like on our own shores for many migrants who left their own countries to find hope of a new life in another. The annual Year 6 Science Fair showcased the boys’ understanding of the Scientific Method on a range of interesting, fascinating and bizarre topics. Parents and teachers were invited during Science Week to come and take part in the event, which saw boys demonstrate their scientific understanding on their chosen topic. It was evident to us all that we had a group of Einsteins who in the future could contribute to the world of Science in many different ways.
YEAR 6 OUTDOOR EDUCATION AND JPSSA SPORT One of the major highlights in 2015 for the Year 6 classes was spending three sensational days with the Outdoor Education team in Lancelin. During their stay students built on their understanding of beach safety and surf awareness while developing their confidence in a marine environment. Some of the activities included taking part in surfing lessons each day, camping out in tents with their buddies, working as a cohesive team in “The Amazing Race” and catching a variety of fish off the Lancelin Jetty. Throughout their stay the boys also gained a real insight into the history surrounding Lancelin and the characteristics of the area and the surrounding ecosystems. It was a fun-filled, action-packed few days which would not have been possible without the expertise and guidance of Mr Templar, Mr Steele, Mr Webster and Mr Brogden. All students thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to develop their practical skills and be challenged in a dynamic learning environment. Throughout 2015 Year 6 students enjoyed participating in a wide range of sports as part of the exciting JPSSA competition. Boys showed unwavering commitment to train before school each Tuesday morning throughout the year and then enthusiastically represent Scotch College in weekly fixtures against fellow JPSSA schools on Thursday afternoons. During the Summer and Spring Terms boys enjoyed the opportunity to play Basketball, Cricket, Tennis, Water Polo and Volleyball, while during the Winter and Autumn Terms the boys enjoyed the challenge of playing Soccer, Rugby, Hockey and Australian Rules Football. Scotch students can be proud of their outstanding performances throughout the year and are to be commended for the excellent sportsmanship and teamwork they consistently displayed. All students are very much looking forward to participating in the PSA competition in 2016 with increased skill and confidence.
YEAR 6 REFLECTIONS For every Year 6 student, whether they were new to the School or from Junior School, 2015 was their first year as part of our Middle School community. The year began with excitement and typical first day nerves shared by all: “What if I wear the wrong uniform on the first day? What if I get lost? Will I know anyone in my class?” By the end of the first week, the boys were feeling much more comfortable and they’d all met new friends, been welcomed by the staff and been exposed to a wide range of activities in the curriculum. Our Middle School building is a fantastic resource to teach and learn in, however, the true strength of the Middle School is the wonderful sense of community that’s fostered between the people here, the boys and staff. Many students commented on how supportive and helpful they found the staff to be, and how friendly and welcoming the other students have been in their first year. This sense of community provides a wonderfully strong foundation for the boys’ development as they move through the middle years of schooling. One Year 6 student recently reflected on his year in this way: “The activities are great, the teachers are really nice and there’s such a range of students. This is a great school and I’m so glad I came.” As the Year 6 cohort of 2015 move into Year 7, they will build on those feelings of community and gratitude and continue to contribute positively to the Middle School culture and beyond. Mrs Sophie Berry Year 6 Coordinator
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6B
BACK ROW:
Lewis Crump, Angus Byars, Gregory McVicker, Angus Bowden, George Johnston, Benjamin Ramsden, Rex French, Ashton Crocker, Macsen Friday
MIDDLE ROW:
Brock Helton, Finn Lawson, Lachlan Bowen, William Hannaford, James Deykin, Cody Price, Darcy Saggers, Raffael Torre, Fraser Davis, Mrs Sophie Berry
FRONT ROW:
Deen Goring, Hugo Ventouras, Declan Reilly, Oliver Barrett, Connor Smith, Monty Atkins, Matthew Howie, Sebastian Reynolds
ABSENT:
William Hawkins
6C
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BACK ROW:
Samuel Gray, Jack McAuliffe, William Wolf, Anthony Ghiselli, Lukyan Kalugin, Patrick Johnston
THIRD ROW:
Alexander Hill, Henry Townes, Pearson Chambel, Samuel Dyball, Thomas Veitch, Xavier Dry, William Hudson
SECOND ROW:
Miss Clare Housley, Jed Jones, Ethan Frankle, Joshua Galvin, Oliver Stewart, William Quinlivan, Nathaniel Kailis, Mr Michael Campbell
FRONT ROW:
Bradley Avery, Joseph Harris, Callum Ryan, Lachlan Watters, Max Mumme, Jasper Blunt, James Bennett
ABSENT:
Alexander Melville
6GB
BACK ROW:
Aaron Cuthbertson, Nicholas Vriezen, Thomas Lynch, William Moffat-Clarke, Jacob Lewis, Alexander Fowler, Matthew Robson
THIRD ROW:
Leo Bowles, Harry Hansom, James Kerr, William Taylor, Noah Embleton, Milan Narula, Jolyon Harrison-Murray
SECOND ROW:
Mrs Robyn Bose, James Macgeorge, William Gagen, William Gale, Dylan Palmer, Alexander Kennedy, Jasper Mirmikidis, Ms Andrea Goodison
FRONT ROW:
Samuel Tulk, Matthew Kerfoot, Hugo Oakey, Massimiliano Ricci, Jacob Smetana, Joshua Ledger, Jarvis Banfield
6T
BACK ROW:
Zavier McGillivray, Edward Allan, Sam Lodge, Christiaan Buys, Taj Massey, Nathan Flynn
THIRD ROW:
Nicolas Le Page, Derek Boyd, Samuel Bennett, Maximilian Avon-Smith, Ben Jongejan, Nicholas Paganin, Saami Welsh
SECOND ROW:
Heath Muller, Oliver Constantine, Achille Aubault, Noah Matthews, Jack Kapinkoff, Benjamin Chapman, Harry Frodsham, Mr Daniel Turco
FRONT ROW:
Declan Taylor, Harry Williams, Dylan Field, Richard Walton, Mederic Gide, Joshua Woodward, Curtis Sciano
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YEAR SEVEN
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YEAR 7 CURRICULUM AREAS Motivating boys to learn is the key to a successful programme at any level of the College but is more obvious in the Middle School, where boys transition from using the ideas of others to developing their own. Engagement is the key to a successful programme and this can take a variety of forms, from the more hands-on activities, to research, group work and cooperative learning strategies. Our boys identified ideas such as the amazing engineering initiatives of the Millau Bridge that transformed the lives of the people of the region. The boys developed their ability to use this knowledge to think through and plan their ideas to create something unique. In English, boys were invited to look at the Horror Genre and were given the strategies to empower them to create their own stories to excite and scare others. In Digital Design, boys worked cooperatively and creatively
to prepare their script, write a storyboard and generate their own silent movie. Then in Food Design they could alter recipes to suit their own palate and budget, and were rewarded in the eating of their own creations. In all Areas of Learning, boys were expected to be able to communicate their thoughts and this was made obvious to them in Physical Education when they had to develop their own rhythmic gymnastic routine from scratch, a challenging task when everyone in the group had different ideas and talents that needed to be considered; sometimes cooperative learning was not always so cooperative. However, upon reflection they were able to see how to improve on this for next time. They took risks in Visual Arts by creating their own self-portraits in a 1920s Cubist style. They generated enquiry in Mathematics, working in teams (and drawing on their
knowledge of area and perimeter) to calculate how much fertiliser and temporary fencing was required to grow and protect the lawn in our unusually shaped quadrangle. In Materials Design, our boys were able to design their own CO2 dragster that they actually got to race. In Indonesian they used their language skills to bargain with store holders, and in French classes they created plays, in French. Later in the year in iLearn boys were asked to work out how to purify a mixture or solution using their own strategies and then to apply this to the world’s problem of a lack of potable water for the people in developing countries. Our boys were both inspired and engaged and their ideas showed their compassion and empathy for those less fortunate; we think we were successful.
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YEAR 7 EVENTS The Year 7 events calendar for 2015 was certainly full. It offered a diverse range of activities for the boys to experience and enjoy. One of these was the annual PLC/Scotch Quiz Night. During Term 3 excitement built as quiz questions were written and preparations put in place. Around 200 boys and girls collaborated in teams and shared their wisdom and knowledge with one another. Paper planes were thrown, music was played and a lot of food was eaten. It was a night of good fun, where friendships were made and some interesting facts uncovered. Another event that generated much enthusiasm from the boys was the Friday afternoon programme. It was scheduled at the end of Semester 1 during a break in the PSA sport fixture. The programme allowed boys an opportunity to participate in some diverse activities, from computer coding to drumming, touch-typing, Zumba and sports games at Revolution Sport. The boys were also involved in community service activities where they baked cup cakes with Mr Ledger for an aged care facility and helped sort clothing for Good Sammy’s. We were also fortunate to have some guest speakers who gave of their time to help our boys further their learning in a number of areas. Mr Brad Pettitt, Mayor of the City of Fremantle, came and spoke to the boys during our iLearn unit on Liveability and Edward Buller from Rio Tinto gave an excellent presentation on discovering aquifers and how they are used in the mining industry.
YEAR 7 OUTDOOR EDUCATION AND PSA SPORT In Year 7 the boys are treated to two Outdoor Education experiences: Moray and Sailing. They are not taught how to be risk takers but this is what they become, and this is the part they treasure. “Moray helped me to face my fear of heights – I conquered it with the highest climb I’d ever done!” said Connor Dinas. The Sailing adventure flexed the boys’ communication skills and opened their minds to a new skill and new ways of thinking. PSA Sport is another beloved activity for the boys. It seems that for many, there is never enough sport to go around. As Joe Watkins explained, “I loved playing Football for school because it gave me more time to play and improve.” Matthew Hayers enjoyed the thrill of the winning: “Our Rugby team coming first after beating Hale was a highlight.” For many boys the best part is not winning, but the fun of playing with mates two more times a week.
YEAR 7 REFLECTION Some boys from Year 7 were asked to reflect back on the year that was 2015 and describe what it was like to be a Year 7 at Scotch College. “For all of Year 7 it has been amazing. We all had great teachers, great subjects, great friends and awesome opportunities.” “I’m new to Scotch College this year and I loved it. It was really easy for me to settle in and the teachers and old boys made it even easier. I’ve enjoyed the lessons we’ve had like Muffin Mining in iLearn and making videos in Digital Design with my friends.” “My time in Year 7 was great and had many great friendships grow over the course of the year. The fun times and the hard times were spent with people that I came close to in Year 7 and I won’t forget the friends I have made.” “Year 7 has been my first year at Scotch and one of my best school years so far. The teachers are all very kind and respect you and you know you can always try something new.” “From the first day I immediately made new friends from my class and other classes.” Contributions from Arun Tibballs, George Graham, Canyon Mannikko, Will Partridge, Reilly Waters, Alexander Wolf and Isaac Norman. Mr Peter Gaspar Year 7 Coordinator
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7A
BACK ROW:
Luke O’Loughlin, Jake Walker, Campbell McAullay, Julian Kyriakou, Marcus Young, Ethan Waller, Tom Keamy
MIDDLE ROW:
Lachlan Norcott, Campbell More, Matthew Zsolt, Robbie MacGregor, Cooper Anderson, Jack Hayward, Cooper Young, Mr Andrew Arbuckle
FRONT ROW:
Patrick Latchem, Orson Ambrose, Maxwell Pethick, Timothy Fleay, Will Partridge, Isaac Mecham, James Waddell
ABSENT:
Ronan Cameron, Riley Flecker, Angus Hammond Page, Lachlan Stephenson
7H
BACK ROW:
Mitchell McVicars, Max Galvin, Ethan Riseley, Lachlan Pyne, Jordan Clark, Bailey Monaghan, Charles Carew-Reid, Xander Aakermann
MIDDLE ROW:
Taj Piwowarski, Archibald Hoddinott, Samuel Hector, Giacomo Leighton, Ms Gabriel Hodgson, Ashley Edgar, Arun Tibballs, Damian Haynes, James Crawford
FRONT ROW:
Connor Dinas, Jack Beazley, Alexander Kirwood, Aidan Matthews, David Stulpner, Alex Chew, George Lewin, Joe Watkins
ABSENT:
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7K BACK ROW:
George Graham, Joshua De Wet, Angus Walsh, Sebastian Cunningham, Sebastian Wright, Rory Bruce, Bailey Wright, Daniel Wiese
MIDDLE ROW:
William Brown, Max Jones, William Steinberg, Ivan Munoz Morillo, Mrs Karen Woods, Tobias Knox Lyttle, Joshua Thomson, Raphael Skinner, Nicolas Monger Molowny
FRONT ROW:
Grayson Downes, Ethan Lamb, Lachlan Hyndes, Andrew Truscott, Christoff De Wet, Toby Dew, Max Shervington, James Watson, Fletcher Gardner
ABSENT
Daniel Falkiner
7M BACK ROW:
Andrew Walton, Kieran Waddingham, Giancarlo Kain, Hugo Barich, Thomas Kinnaird, Jaxon Hayden, Pranayan Mahendranathan, Canyon Mannikko
MIDDLE ROW:
Rhys Williams, Darius Opie, Oliver Stipanicev, Noah Brown, Miss Deborah Mullin, Darby Cuming, Gethan Davies, Charlie Bevan, Jack Orvis
FRONT ROW:
Jaiden Hyde, Max Freedman, Sean Rimmer, Lachlan Thorne, Chi Chung Chan, Theodore Smith, Nicholas Verryn, Aden Stocks
7PG
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BACK ROW;
Anthony Samaha, Toby Humphris, Charles Maxwell, Lee Youngman, Ronald Fellows-Smith, Angus Johnston, Cameron Taylor, William Reeves
MIDDLE ROW:
Jesse Coughlan, William Lewis, Patrick Eastough, Ryan Benney, Mr Peter Gaspar, Lachlan Stephen, Christopher Villafuerte, Archie Frazer, Ryan Bourke
FRONT ROW:
Jamie Johnstone, Benjamin Hough, James Devereux, Brock Pitcher, Liam Howgate, William van Uffelen, Mathew Crook
ABSENT:
Benjamin Woodley
7S BACK ROW:
Harry Jackson, Riley Waters, Lachlan Raffan, William Gordon, Benjamin Keys, Enyeto Ingrilli, Lachlan Simpson
MIDDLE ROW:
Sam Wake, Max Jones, Hamish Gooch, Izhar Ahmadi, Benjamin Bradford, Alex Osborne, Aidan Sweeney, Miss Lana Schorer
FRONT ROW:
Taj Clarke, Max Anderson, Burke Carrington, Angus Hume, Digby Cleland, Jake Scott-Hill, Max Steens
ABSENT:
Fergus Howell, Mr David Polo
7T BACK ROW:
Cooper van Rooyen, David Eades, Joshua Keatch, Hugh Plowman, Samuel Tan, William MacKinnon, Fraser Webb, Matthew Warne
MIDDLE ROW:
Jonathan Read, Max Bailey, Alexander Wolf, Benjamin Clarke, Mr Peter Tresise, Jett Braddock, Craig Souey, Adam Barwood, Adam Darley
FRONT ROW:
Mawson Barr-Willans, Nikolas Gajdatsy, Jusaal Singh, John Simpson, Alexandr Vysotskiy, Nicholas Cusack, Alexander Van Wyk
ABSENT:
Baden Ralls
7W BACK ROW:
Ricardo Holder, Connor McLean, Reuben Westerman, Angus Lacey, Alexander Buckland, David Winton, Bailey Cumming, Kevin Laidlaw
MIDDLE ROW:
Sam White, Casey Lawrence, Benjamin Cooper, Zaide Moxham, Ms Vicki Ward, Aydin Hutchison, Nicholas Gower, Isaac Norman, Jeremiah Muir
FRONT ROW:
Hayden Browne, Jonus Williams, Camden LeFevre, Stuart Stirling, Benjamin Sharrin, Harrison Ostler, Jacob Schonell, Charlie Radici
ABSENT:
Jasper Japp
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YEAR EIGHT
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YEAR 8 CURRICULUM AREAS Science Week 2015 will be remembered as an exciting and fascinating week for our boys in Middle School. We were fortunate enough to welcome Professor Peter Quinn, Director of the International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research (ICRAR) for an informative presentation on his field of expertise and the construction of the world’s largest groundbased telescope based in WA, known as the Square Kilometre Array (SKA). Following this presentation, the Middle School also welcomed Science experts as guest speakers to talk to all cohorts, with a number of these speakers being Old Scotch Collegians. The boys experienced a variety of Science experiments and teacher demonstrations during the week, such as “Rainbow Fizz”, “Traffic
Light” and the “Blue Bottle”. Other activities included the “Egg Drop Challenge” and “Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream” which certainly gained a huge amount of attention from the boys. We look forward to building on our first Science Week next year with the aim to inspire our next generation of young scientists. Also in the Year 8 curriculum is process engineering and materials design. It has been focused on two key drivers – innovation and play. The notion of childhood has changed radically over the past decade. Whereas childhood was previously considered a miniature adulthood, it is now a recognised period within a boy’s life and children are holders of terrific potential for both their futures and ours. Accordingly, one of the
beliefs that we have adopted into our process engineering and materials design classroom this semester is the importance of play and what it teaches us about transforming our world. This term the boys made automata toys and a playful collection of bedside lights that demonstrate the contemporary relevance of play in innovative design. Both these projects utilised strategies of play to achieve a design that fills a need in a sensible way. In process engineering and materials design we celebrate being child-like and explore projects that demonstrate the impact of design, rather than the theory thereof. We look forward to more fun next year.
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YEAR 8 EVENTS Scotch College was very happy to host the inaugural Year 8 Scotch/PLC Social for 2015. A total of 160 Year 8 students from both schools joined forces for a Friday afternoon of fun activities including “bubble” soccer, netball, tennis and dance. Mixed teams showcased their sporting talents on the soccer field and tennis/netball courts, while dance pieces were choreographed to some live, original beats put on by the boys in Mr Felgate’s class. Prizes were awarded for best piece of choreography and best DJ compilation. This Social was the first of its kind and was a fantastic success; it’s soon to be made an official calendar event for future years. Another highlight of Winter Term was the inaugural Medieval Festival on September 24. This event was held at the end of the term to culminate the unit of study of Medieval Europe in Humanities. This event provided a great opportunity for students to display some of their creative work to their parents and peers alike; items included individual coat of arms, advertisements relating to the Black Death and the creation of medieval architecture. We were fortunate to have the Grey Company put on a 30-minute fighting and weaponry display, showcasing the development of armour throughout the era. Students then had the opportunity to get hands-on experience with a range of items from the medieval era. This night brought the Medieval curriculum alive for the Year 8 community.
YEAR 8 OUTDOOR EDUCATION AND PSA SPORT The Year 8 cohort has played a pivotal role in the Sports programme, and in particular, the PSA. With a variety of options in both the summer and winter seasons, the boys were encouraged to be risk-takers and adventure into a sport that offered them a different set of challenges. Luke Smith, a new boy to the cohort, commented about the opportunities presented at the PSA level: “This year was my first year at Scotch College and I was apprehensive about the level of competition and standard of training and coaching there was going to be. After a nervous first day we were straight into basketball training. We were graded and then placed into teams and trained on a Monday and Wednesday afternoons. The coaching and facilities are fantastic and I thoroughly enjoyed Basketball. Winter Sport started and again the level of coaching and our competition was at a high standard. The PSA programme is a fantastic opportunity for students and as a new boy I have thoroughly enjoyed it.” In addition to playing regular fixtures, Year 8s featured in the PSA InterSchool Swimming and Athletics competitions. It was in the latter that a group of selected athletes from the cohort contributed significantly. A combination of dedication, spirit and pride underwrote a successful victory in the Alcock Shield with the largest winning margin. The boys have a great love for their School and therefore are truly committed to the co-curricular programme, sporting and non-sporting. The sporting season in Middle School has been one to remember and I wish to thank the whole community for their involvement. In the winter the boys in Year 8 went down to Moray for a week of adventure and fun. We experienced crisp, cold mornings and by the end of the week almost all of the boys had fallen into the freezing Murray River. The canoeing journey along the notorious “Killerfang Falls” rapids was enough to intimidate the toughest of students. However, it was not the rapids that wet the boys, rather the games played while learning to manoeuvre their rafts. The boys ate burritos and steak, built fires, learned to make dough and cook a wood fired pizza. The food was exceptional! Every day the groups had different journeys to take, so each morning there was optimism and excitement in the air. On one morning a group would go off to the high ropes course. This was an exciting experience that involved more teamwork than many first thought. Rock climbing and abseiling down the tower really tested their strength and courage; working cooperatively was the only way they could accomplish this task. The boys also completed a hike and worked on their orienteering skills. They even camped out one night along the Bibbulmun Track. This was a wonderful experience for the boys and staff involved and a real credit to our brilliant Outdoor Education staff.
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YEAR 8 REFLECTION Throughout 2015, Year 8 students have had a range of opportunities to develop independent work habits, experience positions of leadership and become upstanding representatives of the Middle School. Although, at times, managing their own timetables, getting to lessons on time and keeping track of homework and assessments was a challenge, the boys have established solid groundwork for entry into the Senior School. Taking on the responsibility of House Senior also gave students an insight into being a role model for younger students, public speaking and managing others. Despite these important opportunities, one aspect of their Year 8 journey that was valued by the boys above and beyond the rest was the chance to strengthen old friendships and forge new ones both in the classroom and throughout the school community. The Social held with the Year 8 girls from PLC also provided an opportunity for new friendships. “I have a bigger circle of friends and this has made me feel better about coming to school. I’ve also realised that others’ opinions don’t mean everything and this has made me feel more confident within myself and willing to try new things,” said one boy when asked to reflect on how he had changed throughout the year. Another said, “I have learned how much effort and organisation it takes to achieve high levels.” It is clear to see how far the Year 8 cohort have progressed in regards to their emotional growth, resiliency and independence. This, along with the memories and friendships made, is something that will stay with them forever. Mr Lawrence Felgate Year 8 Coordinator
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8A BACK ROW:
Harrison Gilchrist, Liam Newport, Coen Miller, Nathan Thomas, Hamish Watson, Liam Lisewski, Charlton Thomas, Thomas Hodge
MIDDLE ROW:
Randall Starling, James Jenour, Seong Won, Richard Lukin, Mrs Sian Angel, Jock Mactier, Rupert Currie, Joshua O’Dea, Cormac Taylor
FRONT ROW:
Harry McLarty, Max Belcastro, Tyler Best, Jock Sutherland, Mitchell Anstiss, Toby Egerton-Warburton, Darcy Owen, Aedan Swan
ABSENT:
Lachlan Duffy
8C BACK ROW:
William Craig, Lucas Triglavcanin, Euan Fowler, Max Vaughan, Benjamin Marshall, Jack Adams, Callum Griffiths, Thomas Allan
MIDDLE ROW:
William Coutts, Michael Attwell, Lewis Orr, Benjamin Gale, Mr Paul Chamberlain, Lachlan Duddy, Joshua Law, Liam Blok, Lewis Miller
FRONT ROW:
Sean Logan, Henry Howard, Jack Taylor, Benjamin Olson, Luca La Ferla, Gyles Davies, Blake Costello, James Mardardy, Shayan Saebi
8F
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BACK ROW:
Oskar Beadell, Charlie Castleden, Alexander Gregson, Aidan Veitch, Brandon Stofberg, Harry Imison, Samuel Woodward, Edwin Bentley
MIDDLE ROW:
Oscar Grant, William Lodge, Eyitomaye Mojuetan, Charles Wackett, Mr Lawrence Felgate, Nicholas Azzopardi, Benjamin Ledger, Henry Hallam, Nathan Cuthbertson
FRONT ROW:
Harry Peden, Zac Mainwaring, Nicholas Turich, Luke Smith, Angus Arts, Caleb Evans, Liam McCreery
ABSENT:
Thomas Bennett, Hugo Clegg
8K BACK ROW:
Joshua Walsh, Kirwan Mactaggart, Raymond Welch, Jaxon Stanley, Alexander van Hoek, Ching-Yuan Yang, William Smith-Gander, Oscar Moss
MIDDLE ROW:
Kynan Brooks, Logan Renouf, Liam Peters-Smith, Jaye Marzec, Miss Gabrielle Kotai, Oscar Harold, Conrad Forrest, Alex Mallawarachi, John Bollands
FRONT ROW:
Jack Jagger, Timothy Carter, Nathan Shanhun, Izaac Cocca, Lincoln Allan, Conor Lenny, Roberto Martelli, Kane Kennedy
8O BACK ROW:
James Coulson, Cameron Rea, Benjamin Lilburne, Harrison French, George Evans, William Wright, Harry Pasich
MIDDLE ROW:
Jesse McDonald, Jack Saggers, Joshua Ziepe, Benjamin Howie, Jonah Benbow, Thomas Earnshaw, Thomas Patterson, Oliver Armstrong
FRONT ROW:
Lachlan Wilson, Jerry Ventouras, Benjamin Steinberg, Miss Lisa O’Toole, Matthew Mandzufas, Marcello Torre, Angus Cullen Falconer
ABSENT:
Owen Goodliffe, Samuel Haberland, Oliver Hawkins, Alistair Watters
8R BACK ROW:
James Wellman, Connor Blanchard, Matthew Moore, Jacob Jones, Kobey Rafferty, Thomas Wippl, Jack Banfield, Jonah Price
MIDDLE ROW:
Thomas Wheeler, Callum Hills, Jack Avery, Thomas Ockerby, Mr Toby Robinson, Lachlan Malloch, Jack Watkins, Titouan Moreau, Edward Hamersley
FRONT ROW:
Samuel McConachy, Nicholas Ashdown, Nicholas Jackson, Aidan Mander, Jed Hood, Hugo Brown, Nicholas Ryding
ABSENT:
Jake Lewis
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8T
BACK ROW:
Joshua Croker, James Thorpe, Edward Hopkins, Benjamin Parker, Harvey Walker, James Todd, Digby Few
MIDDLE ROW:
Tyson Moody, Patrick Devereux, Finn Liston, Holden White, Ridge Kidd, Joshua Kerrich, Thomas Wood, Mrs Tracey FitzPatrick
FRONT ROW:
Conor Bartlett, Benjamin Williams, Sam Johnston, Harry Sugars, Joshua Nicholson, Owen Edgar, Fraser Goode, Jack Baker
8V
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BACK ROW:
Max Douglas, Tadgh Dupuy, Thomas Cleland, Lachlan McGrath, Daniel Buchhorn, Lucas Ferri, Blair Bayly, William Chalmers
MIDDLE ROW:
Sean Pentony, Liam Kiel, Harrison Rickarby, Timothy Douglas, Mr Brent Van Ingen-Kal, Mason Jongejan, Daniel Laurance, Callum Moffat, James Warman
FRONT ROW:
Levi Waters, Aiden Blampain, James De Jonge, Denzil Brooks, Sebastian Barrett, Max Zagar, William Hellewell, Kristian Stonier
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Digby Few, Lucas Triglavcanin, William Chalmers, Holden White, James Thorpe, Thomas Cleland, Benjamin Lilburne, Hamish Watson, Alexander van Hoek, Benjamin Marshall, Kobey Rafferty, Jake Lewis, Lachlan McGrath, Benjamin Parker, Edward Hopkins, Harrison French, Daniel Buchhorn, Brandon Stofberg, Harvey Walker, William Wright, Lucas Ferri, Blair Bayly, Finn Liston, Thomas Allan
Jaye Marzec, Cameron Rea, Lincoln Allan, Thomas Wood, Joshua Ziepe, Liam Kiel, Callum Moffat, Harrison Rickarby, Titouan Moreau, Thomas Wheeler, William Coutts, Samuel Haberland, Jock Mactier, Nicholas Azzopardi, Harry Pasich, Jonah Benbow, Benjamin Howie, Michael Attwell, James Wellman, Seong Won, Daniel Laurance, Samuel Johnston, Benjamin Ledger, Thomas Ockerby, Henry Hallam, Rupert Currie, Jack Watkins
Nicholas Ashdown, Owen Edgar, Denzil Brooks, Jack Saggers, Nathan Cuthbertson, Edward Hamersley, Joshua Nicholson, Randall Starling, Gyles Davies, Owen Goodliffe, James Warman, James Jenour, Thomas Earnshaw, Joshua Walsh, Lachlan Malloch, Oscar Moss, Conrad Forrest, Alex Mallawarachi, Luca La Ferla, Thomas Patterson, Lewis Miller, Hugo Clegg, Nicholas Turich, Liam Peters-Smith, Joshua O’Dea, Oscar Grant, Luke Smith, Oliver Armstrong
Jock Sutherland, Caleb Evans, Cormac Taylor, Max Zagar, Sebastian Barrett, James De Jonge, Benjamin Steinberg, Aidan Mander, Angus Arts, Sean Pentony, Jack Taylor, John Bollands, Nicholas Jackson, Fraser Goode, Jesse McDonald, Kynan Brooks, Matthew Mandzufas, Hugo Brown, Benjamin Williams, Benjamin Olson, Blake Costello, Henry Howard, Izaac Cocca, Roberto Martelli, James Mardardy, Nathan Shanhun, Jack Baker, Conor Bartlett, Oliver Hawkins
FIFTH ROW:
FOURTH ROW:
THIRD ROW:
FRONT ROW:
Levi Waters, Harry McLarty, Liam McCreery, Aedan Swan, Angus Cullen Falconer, Darcy Owen, Tyler Best, Toby Egerton-Warburton, Mr Lawrence Felgate, Mr Paul Chamberlain, Miss Lisa O’Toole, Mrs Giuseppina Giglia, Mr Richard Ledger, Ms Anna Eriksson, Mrs Sian Angel, Mr Brent Van Ingen-Kal, Miss Gabrielle Kotai, Mr Toby Robinson, Zac Mainwaring, Marcello Torre, Mitchell Anstiss, Aiden Blampain, Thomas Bennett, Timothy Carter, Sean Logan
SECOND ROW: Kane Kennedy, Jerry Ventouras, Shayan Saebi, Lachlan Wilson, Samuel McConachy, Kristian Stonier, Jack Jagger, William Hellewell
James Coulson, Mason Jongejan, Callum Hills, Oskar Beadell, Joshua Law, Jaxon Stanley, Ridge Kidd, Joshua Kerrich, Eyitomaye Mojuetan, Thomas Hodge, Oscar Harold, Charles Wackett, Liam Newport, Lachlan Duddy, Harrison Gilchrist, Jack Banfield, Richard Lukin, Lewis Orr, Tyson Moody, Matthew Moore, Connor Blanchard, Raymond Welch, William Smith-Gander, Jack Avery, Kirwan Mactaggart, Harry Sugars
SIXTH ROW:
SEVENTH ROW: Samuel Woodward, Edwin Bentley, William Craig, Benjamin Gale, Patrick Devereux, Jacob Jones, Liam Lisewski, Charlton Thomas, Ching-Yuan Yang, Aidan Veitch, Nathan Thomas, Max Vaughan, Tadgh Dupuy, Euan Fowler, Jack Adams, Lachlan Duffy, Thomas Wippl, Callum Griffiths, Joshua Croker, James Todd, Harry Imison, Max Douglas, Timothy Douglas, Alexander Gregson, Charlie Castleden
BACK ROW:
Year 8
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HEAD ³ SENIOR SCHOOL Scotch College’s vision is to be “a learning community with an international standard of excellence”. The efforts and achievements of the boys in the Senior School in 2015 serve as evidence of this vision in action. 21 members of the College Pipe Band travelled to Edinburgh in August of this year where they spent four weeks rehearsing and performing in the world famous Edinburgh Military Tattoo. 28 boys in Years 9 and 10 travelled to Stanford University to spend two weeks on campus attending lectures and workshops from experts in their field that included digital anatomy, endocrinology and intuitive problem-solving to name just a few. 17 boys in Year 10 spent extended periods of time living and attending schools overseas as part of the Round Square programme across eleven different countries. 30 boys in Years 11 and 12 visited Gallipoli, Auschwitz-Birkenau and Dachau Concentration Camp as part of a European History Tour while at the same time five boys immersed themselves in the Indonesian culture, including living with host families in an Indonesian village. Year 9 boys, James Barr and James Oakey, travelled to China to participate in the international robotics challenge together with students from 47 different countries. Twelve boys travelled to India as part of a community service tour and 12 boys toured the US on a basketball tour.
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Nationally, Scotch College boys matched it with the best in Australia. After winning the Head of the River our rowers were invited to participate in the Pathway VIII talent identification programme, run by Rowing Australia where the boys competed against the best VIIIs from around the country. At this national event, Scotch College placed second behind a highly fancied and powerful crew from Melbourne, capping off a remarkable Rowing season. Similarly, our Philosophy team were runners-up in the Australasian Philosothon in Sydney after winning the Perth Philosothon the previous year. This competition brought together some of the best young thinkers from around Australia as the top three teams from New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland and Western Australia gathered to explore philosophical and ethical issues. On their return to Perth, the Scotch team went on to win the Perth Philosothon for the second consecutive year. Boys from Scotch College featured consistently in national academic competitions placing in the top 1% nationally in the Australian National Chemistry Quiz, the Science International Competitions and Assessments for Schools competition, the Australian Geography Competition, the
Mathematics Challenge for Young Australians, the Australian Intermediate Mathematics Olympiad and the Australian Mathematics Challenge, as well as having boys’ poetry and prose published in the anthology of the finest Upper School work in Western Australia. While the individual boys’ academic achievements are too many to list here, two warrant special mention. Zach Jones in Year 11 was a UNSW Science medal winner for achieving the highest score in Australia in the Science International Competitions and Assessments for Schools competition. Yeulin Shen in Year 10 achieved a perfect score on the Australian Intermediate Mathematics Olympiad. He was awarded a Special WA Mathematics Olympiad Committee Award for his achievements in Mathematics and attended the Australian Mathematics Olympiad Committee’s School of Excellence at the University of Melbourne. Locally, Scotch College won the Ray House Cup for Hockey, PSA Surfing shield, the Challenge Cup for winning the Head of the River, and the State Sailing Championships after placing first and second. We shared the Brother Redmond Cup for PSA Rugby with Hale, and won the Alcock Shield for Athletics for the fourth time in the past five years. Our musicians were awarded Excellence in the WA
Schools’ Orchestra, Band and Jazz Festival and our Pipe Band won both the State Pipe Band Championships in the Juvenile Division and the PLC Centenary Competition. Boys’ achievements read at our assembly each week continued to amaze all present: Grant Szalek won a silver medal in the Youth Commonwealth Games held in Samoa; Stuart McCowan, in Year 12, participated as the only secondary student from Western Australia in the Brubeck Institute’s Summer Jazz Colony held in California; Hamish McKenzie was selected in the Australian U/16 cricket team; Cameron Green, while still in Year 11 was selected in the State U/19 cricket team; Lachlan Mackenzie travelled to South Africa to compete in a water polo test series against the host nation before travelling to Sydney as a member of the School Sport Australia team in a test series against New Zealand. In addition to a busy Arts calendar that included end-of-semester concerts, the popular Jazz Night, two outstanding dramatic productions of The Tempest and The Island of Dr Moreau, Pipe Band Concert, two student art exhibitions and the Media Awards Night, 2015 also saw the inaugural Yiri Yarkini Concert added to this busy performance programme. The Yiri Yarkini Concert was a remarkable event that drew an audience of over 400 people. Yarlalu Thomas in Year 12 conceived the event. His vision of bringing together independent schools across Perth that host Indigenous scholarship students, together with high profile speakers to celebrate and showcase Indigenous students performance in dance, music and song, was inspirational. In a year filled with highlights, 2015 was also the year we marked the centenary of the landing at Gallipoli. As a College that had more Old Boys and staff serve in World War I than any other school in Western Australia, it is important we never forget the sacrifices made by those who served.
Our boys are fortunate to live at a time when the qualities of loyalty, courage, mateship and pride that we associate with the ANZAC spirit need only be demonstrated in our daily lives. This was the message our Year 12 leaders gave when they chose “Men of Honour” as the theme for 2015. When presenting the theme to the Senior School, School Captain Oliver Heath urged all boys to demonstrate the virtues of integrity, honesty and respect through daily acts of kindness and compassion. It is these enduring virtues that many of us hold higher than those career-related virtues of skills, knowledge and external achievements and yet many of us have a clearer understanding on how to achieve career success than we do on how to develop character. In a world where competition, achievement and self-promotion feature prominently in education, the work place and life generally, the need to develop integrity, humility and character is greater than ever before. Our boys are growing up at a time when thinking fast, not deeply, is rewarded. People express opinions, thoughts and feelings online often in the moment and unfiltered. Selfies, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, to name just a few, are driving a culture of selfconfidence, self-promotion and selfcentredness, not self-respect. In setting the theme, “Men of Honour”, our Year 12 leaders planted a seed. But character is not developed through noble aims and inspiring words alone. The seed requires water to grow. Encouragement from staff and the example set by our Year 12 boys serve to
I just wished to write and bring to your attention the behaviour of two of your Senior School boys. Travelling to Claremont each day by train I witness these boys talking with a boy from [an education support unit from another school]. As an Education Assistant I found it particularly heartwarming to see the kind and caring nature in which they engage with this student. Every morning I see them and I find that they are incredibly accommodating, patient and friendly when many others, adults and children alike, are not. As the email illustrates, character is not built on academic achievements, athletic prowess, creativity, talent or IQ. It is not comparative. It does not glitter or stand out. Rather it reveals itself in our daily actions and interactions. While only a small number of people can be champions in Athletics, the Arts or academically, all Scotch boys can be champions of character. Finally, I thank all staff for their tireless efforts, their daily words of encouragement to the boys and their genuine care for the boys’ well-being, learning and growth. It is our staff that makes Scotch College a truly great College. I congratulate Oliver Heath, Captain of School, and our leadership team of Bailey Banfield, School Vice Captain, Mac Hanlin, School Vice-Captain, Will Goyder, Head of Student Council, and each of our House Captains who have led and cared for our College and all who are in it. Dr Rob McEwan Head of Senior School
water the seed and as the tree grows so to does the character of our boys. It is not uncommon for the College to receive emails and phone calls from members of the public commenting on our boys’ interactions in the broader community. To illustrate the nature of these emails I have included an extract below: SENIOR SCHOOL • page 77
HOUSE REPORTS
Score
Alexander 10 Anderson 9 Brisbane 2 Cameron 4 Ferguson 4 Keys 8 Ross 3 St Andrews
6
Shearer 1 Stuart 7
ALEXANDER In 2015 Alexander House boys could not be faulted on their willingness to participate in the numerous activities held throughout the year, ranging from Inter-House Swimming to Inter-House Cross Country. Irrespective of placement, the smiles on the Alexander boys’ faces were unforgettable and the growth of the House from start to finish is an achievement to be noted.
Despite our results not being as pleasing as we had initially hoped, a real sense of community was fostered simply because the Alexander boys loved being a part of the action. Every boy in Alexander House was able to work together as a functional group in events such as Marching, pushing from consistently placing last to ranking first on numerous occasions and remaining within the top three positions after that. The Alexander House community is something that I can proudly claim to have been a part of and I will always remember the experience. With Inter-Tutor activities such as quizzes, Alexander war cries and a series of edgy Hangman games, I believe that the Tutor system within Alexander House was a major contributor to the boys’ development as a House. In my eyes the successes of Alexander House cannot be measured on any point system. All of the Alexander boys showed personal development as the year progressed which was a direct result of the constant support and encouragement from friends, tutors and Mr Gareth Williams. A big thanks goes to my fellow Year 12s for making my year, and that
of many other boys, a memorable one. With a bigger cohort than the previous year, the duties of each boy were held to a high standard and the sense of camaraderie accompanying such duties made the tasks all the more enjoyable. I want to congratulate Luke Harris, a very worthy recipient, on receiving the Andy Sales Award for 2015. Thank you to the tutors for your encouragement, organisation and support that kept the spirits of Alexander boys high, regardless of the activity. In particular, a massive thank you must go to Mr Gareth Williams who was always willing to help in organising events and share his thoughts on the proposed plans for fundraisers. Our thanks must also go out to all the Alexander parents who ensured their boys were at the given places for events both inside and outside of school hours. Finally, an enormous thank you to all the boys in Alexander. You have all managed to make this year the best year of my time at Scotch and I hope to see Alexander House continue to strive for success in future years.
Every boy in
ALEXANDER HOUSE was able to
WORK TOGETHER
Jarrod Pyne House Captain HOUSE REPORTS • page 81
HOUSE REPORTS • page 83
Trenton Matthews, Alexander Omari, Frazer Marzec, Maximilan Grant, Lucas Sheridan, William Johnston, Brodie Stephenson, Campbell McCracken, Hugo Akindele-Obe, William Vinnicombe, Jack Logan, Harry Jones, Michael Baker, Heath Certoma, Alexander Eliott-Lockhart, Nicholas Clarnette
James McCormick, Matthia Au, Joshua Quartermaine, Jack Dobson, James Bolton, Saxon Read, Luke Hutcherson, James Vinnicombe, Thomas Ward, David Clements, Jordan Doull, Alexander Vasilio-Davis, Samuel Leibovitch, Matthew Gagen, William Corbett, Aidan Mattys, Kieran Shine
FOURTH ROW:
THIRD ROW:
William Aplin, George Houdalakis, Finn Hombergen, Angus Cribb, Ms Deborah Lee, Mr Scott Bycroft, Mr Darren Mumford, Mr Gareth Williams, Jarrod Pyne, Mr Nick Guard, Mr Steven Riddell, Ms Vicki Enfield-Kirk, Bailey Sones, Matthew Verryn, William Ward, Lochlan Farrell
Mitchell Atkinson, Lachlan Barker, Jesse Chambers, Fraser Dudfield, Sebastian Evans, David Graham, Shezad Latif, Adam Martin
FRONT ROW:
ABSENT:
SECOND ROW: Angus Reeves, Jordan Austin, Sam Steens, Sebastian Chadwick, Hugo Shervington, Mitchell Patterson, Oliver Cheveralls, Luke Harris, Alistair Cadee, Lucas Baker, Remy Schoch, Theo Esbenshade, Peter Matthews, Max Bath, Oliver Broun, Chayut Charernchai, William Lowson
Christian Benney, Harrison Broun, Elliott Buzza, Oliver Baddeley, Monty Walsh, Jack Monaghan, Andrew Lesslie, William Mathers, Benjamin Metcalfe, Jack Buller, James Barr, Harry Reid, James Edinger, Ethan Cassidy, Zachary Cheir
BACK ROW:
Alexander House
ANDERSON While the results Anderson House experienced during the 2015 academic year fluctuated, the boys’ commitment to serving the House to the best of their abilities remained at an all-time high. Anderson House’s commitment to service was once again exemplified throughout the year. Disabled Surfing continues to be an event promoted by Ms Evans and the turn out from Anderson boys was exceptional.
The number of younger boys who participated was particularly pleasing and I encourage them to continue their devotion to the cause. Thirty Anderson boys also gave up a day of their holidays to participate in the Arafmi programme. Once again it was an extremely rewarding experience and really pleasing to see the boys not only participate in a good cause but take away a lot from it.
was accorded less importance, resulting in disappointing form during Semester 2. Nevertheless, the House pulled together during the latter half of the semester, resulting in us placing fourth in the Athletics Marching.
2015 was the first year that the Senior School would not be blessed with the arrival of Year 8s. As a result, Monday mornings in the Summer Term and Spring Term were committed to improving relationships within the House, particularly between different year groups; we held a tremendously successful Inter-Tutor Indoor Soccer competition and series of Slatterball games.
Anderson’s results in the Swimming Carnival, Athletics and Cross Country were mixed. Although the House came a disappointing eighth in the Swimming Carnival there were some exceptional performances and credit must go to the Year 12s for ensuring that Anderson House boys were always at the starting blocks. Cross Country is a combination of ability and endeavour, attributes that were prevalent during every race we participated in. We finished third, a true testament to the boys’ determination to do well and perform to the best of their abilities.
In regard to Marching, the House worked towards maintaining and improving the results experienced during the last couple of years. Anderson started strongly, with a large number of practice sessions correlating with good results; we finished third in Semester 1. However, as other commitments arose Marching
The Inter-House competitions we participated in also proved to be mostly successful. A strong Year 10 group came extremely close to winning the Indoor Soccer Competition, but lost in the final by a narrow margin. Similarly good results came in It’s Academic, Junior and Senior Debating, Senior Indoor Soccer and Junior
Under the
BANNER of the
MIGHTY black
SWAN
HOUSE REPORTS • page 85
THE BOYS’ COMMITMENT TO SERVING THE HOUSE AT THE BEST OF THEIR ABILITIES REMAINED AT AN ALL-TIME HIGH Theatre Sports. The boys also worked hard throughout the year on Anderson House’s song in the House Choir Competition, “Eagle Rock”. While the hard work didn’t pay off entirely, the boys can be proud of achieving sixth place against a number of strong performers. I would like to thank the Year 12s for their hard work during the year, for ensuring that the House was able to run in an efficient manner and for being such a good group of blokes during the last five years. On behalf of all the Year 12s I would also like to thank Ms Evans and the tutors for their guidance and support during the year. Finally, I would like to thank all the boys in the House for being such a great group. I wish you all the best for your remaining time in the House and in your future endeavours. It has been an absolute pleasure to serve this House and I hope that you all take away such a memorable experience as I and the other Year 12s have under the banner of the mighty “Black Swan”. Phillip Singh House Captain
HOUSE REPORTS • page 87
Samuel Joyner, James Irving, Fletcher Houston, Teo Mackic, Maxwell Hunter, Lewis Martin, Alexander Gajdatsy, Curtis Schaff, Logan Deitner, Stuart Burns, Brendan Croft, Chase Deitner, Anthony Lukin, Jock Thomson, Nicholas Denny, Joseph Banks
Rahuul Prasad, Lachlan Richards, Luke Giles, Riley Thomas, Andrew Singh, Sachin Thorpe, Lachlan Simpson, Jared Ethelston, Thomas Gallagher, James Naylor-Pratt, Leo Brady, William Harkins, Mitchell Smith, Jack Saul, Jack Nalty, Thomas Miller, Ryan Marley
FOURTH ROW:
THIRD ROW:
Adrian Gillespie, Harrison Mills, Macklin Brady, Angus McConkey, Harrison Wroth, Tom Maclaurin, Ms Emma Waters, Philip Singh, Ms Lisa Evans, Samuel Owen, Mr Michael Scaife, Christian Francois, Declan Hardisty, Jack Henharen, William Siebert, Rory Walker, Luke Hollyock
Peter Attwell, Martin Gallagher, Lachlan Mackenzie, Benjamin Moran, Harry O’Donnell
FRONT ROW:
ABSENT:
SECOND ROW: Auxence Gide, Lewis Walker, Chris Manai, Kyle Carvalho, Alistair Smith, Matthew Burns, Matthew Archer, George Houston, Lachlan Phillips, James Walker, Milo Kathiravelu
Oscar Hutton, Solomon Little, Liam McKenzie, Noah Fry, Connor Arnold, Nicolas Pismiris, Finn Joyner, Cameron Green, Lachlan Bird, Riley Smith, Dylan Gibbs, Griffin Bishop, James Schweizer, Nicholas Merritt, Nathan Schaff
BACK ROW:
Anderson House
BRISBANE 2015 was a year of success for Brisbane House. A strong Year 12 contingent took the reins at the end of 2014 and was just as eager to direct the House and leave their mark as leaving Year 12s. It was a year of change, which saw long-serving Brisbane House Head Richard Hales take up a new role in the Boarding House.
The immediate anxiety and apprehension was diminished once the House was notified that Ms Kate Webster-Blythe would be stepping into the role at the end of Autumn Term. After a somewhat successful beginning to the year, placing sixth in the annual Inter-House Swimming Carnival, we were also able to place second in the Senior Indoor Soccer Tournament. Although being generally known for not having the strongest athletic ability, I was extremely proud of the boys and the way they handled themselves, ensuring that a considerate and sportsmanlike attitude was once again exemplified. As the year progressed and Ms Webster-Blythe settled into the House she outlined key areas that she believed were pivotal in defining the House, identifying areas such as kindness, camaraderie and personal excellence. These concepts are rather simple and go without saying, however, often the simplest of actions can have the largest effect. We continued our long-serving support of the Friends of Mosman Park Bushland in Winter Term, where the Brisbane community came
together for a morning to help regenerate the native local environment through the planting of a variety of native shrubs. This initiative, along with the five-cent appeal, attempts to teach the boys that their small actions can have a large impact on their communities and others. It is vital notions such as these that make Brisbane different from the rest, through the teachings and connections we promote. In 2015, Brisbane also developed a new-found rivalry with Stuart House, when both Houses competed in activities such as Dodgeball and It’s Academic, formally known as the “Battle of the Red Tie”; this is a new initiative which will hopefully become stronger in future years. As the year progressed, we once again lived up to our reputation as the premier Marching House, winning three out of the four terms and only narrowly going down to Keys in the final term. It was also that time of year in which the boys were able to test their musical talents and vocal expertise through the House Singing Competition. After a disappointing result in the competition last year we were determined to
Often the
SIMPLEST of actions can have the
LARGEST effect
HOUSE REPORTS • page 89
I CAN CONFIDENTLY SAY THAT THE HOUSE CONTINUES TO MOVE IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION win the coveted trophy, however, our rendition of “Home” by the Magnetic Zeros wasn’t quite enough and we placed fourth behind talented Ferguson, Keys and Alexander outfits. Success is often difficult to measure from a year-to-year perspective, however, I can confidently say that the House continues to move in the right direction and constantly sets standards and benchmarks for the rest of school life. Through my role this year as Captain, I have seen new friendships grow and existing relationships strengthened through the leadership of the leaving Year 12s, who have not only had a large impact on the future direction of the House but also a significant effect on the School, in all representative bodies. 2015 will always be remembered within Brisbane House, not only for the change in leadership, but also for a Year 12 group which gave so much to the House – I commend them for their efforts. I wish the House the very best under the leadership of Ms Kate Webster-Blythe in the forthcoming years. Joshua Bennett House Captain
HOUSE REPORTS • page 91
Lachlan Thomson, Joshua Hook, Oscar Melsom, Jack Couzens, Carlin Feely, Joseph Belcastro, Bernard Greyling, Cooper Ehlers, Christopher Watts, Teophile Brown, Flynn Davies, Jefferson Lee, Seamus Twomey, Zachary Reynolds, James Carrigg, James Oakey
Thomas Reymert, Ethan Lundie-Jenkins, Beau Hewitt, Aaron Oughtibridge, Harrison Bennie, Charles Usher, Tobias Muir, Alistair Murray, Cody Endebrock-Brown, Yuelin Shen, Tobias Hector, Cameron Stonier, Braden Kerr, Ryan Hodgetts, Cameron Wade, Alex Ryrie, Felix Jones
FOURTH ROW:
THIRD ROW:
Marcus Hook, Michael Sunderland, David Patton, Andrew Jenkins, Ruan Greyling, Mr Scott Duncan, Mr Stuart Earnshaw, Ms Kate Webster-Blythe, Joshua Bennett, Mr Howard Loosemore, Mrs Jacqueline Langley, Mrs Hayley Gale, Alex Milligan, Jesse Nairn, Brayden Panting, Hugo Palmer, Connor Porter-Wilkinson
Preston Giumelli, Cullin Ross, Nicholas Ryan, Jordan Wiggins
FRONT ROW:
ABSENT:
SECOND ROW: Caleb Reynolds, Archie Capon, Jeeven Bansal, Oliver Green, Marshall Barrymore, Hayden Wade, Fraser Bulleid, Ben Rushforth, Oliver Frey, Aidan Davies, Darcy Coleman, Frank Lee, Joshua Bennie, Guy Straker, Michael Albany, Thomas Barrett-Lennard, Leo Palmer, Joshua Spadanuda
Michael Cureton, Albertus Jordaan, Jamie Egan, Charles Bulleid, Campbell Williamson, Noah Terry, Callum Duffy, Hugh Fogarty, Nathan Saunders, Angus Grant, Kyle Summers, Joel Barnden, Alexander Porter-Wilkinson, Zachary Jones, Angus Warman
BACK ROW:
Brisbane House
CAMERON Entering into 2015 with a strong group of Year 12 leaders, expectations were high for a strong Cameron House performance after limited success in previous years.
However, not even I could have hoped for the positive way the year unfolded, not just in terms of results. But let’s not downplay the results! This year’s efforts saw us finish a highly respectable fourth place in the Staff Trophy competition, narrowly missing out on the top three and leading for a fair period of time. Notably, our performance was the best Cameron House has achieved in the last two decades. Our talented Year 12 group assisted the mighty Cameron House to thrive. Apart from Oliver Heath (Captain of School) and Bailey Banfield (Vice Captain of Service) being appointed to senior positions within the School, we had a group of Year 12s who were always willing to get in and help. This help enabled us to develop a well-organised structure within the House, allowing us to better utilise our assets and take high levels of participation into a new winning philosophy. The year kicked off with a tremendous showing at the Cameron House fundraiser, which included a round-robin Soccer competition between all 10 Houses and saw
special guests PLC and MLC fielding teams of their own to take on our boys. Ferguson ran out champions at the end of the day, proving to be strong competitors. For the first time in the brief history of the Cameron House fundraiser there was a social organised after the main event, which was a huge success and saw 250 Year 12s from Scotch, PLC and MLC enjoying a great night. Both the Soccer competition and the social were testaments to the work of the Year 12s as neither of these events would have come to fruition without their hard work and leadership. The funds raised enabled us to further make our mark on the School as a Year 12 group with the creation of the Cameron House mural. An Indigenous artist, Barbara Bynder, created the piece over a week, enabling boys to both watch and take part in this creative process. The piece embodied the connection Scotch College has with Lake Claremont and once again represented the theme of reconciliation.
We have
LEARNED life lessons and forged
LIFE-LONG friendships
Marching still proved a tough task with a string of inconsistent performances; top three one week and a bottom half result the next. HOUSE REPORTS • page 93
IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT WE ENJOY OUR TIME IN THE HOUSE, CONTRIBUTE AS MUCH AS WE CAN, AND MAKE SURE THAT WE LOOK OUT FOR OUR MATES I encourage the upcoming Year 12 boys to continue to work towards bettering the overall performance in this area. The Swimming and Athletics Carnivals provided an opportunity for the Cameron House boys to showcase their athletic prowess. This produced a significant improvement in our standings – this year we finished in a very respectable fourth place in the Swimming Carnival and improved our standing in the track and field events. After having such a successful year, I am confident that Julien Walker and the new Year 12s will continue to build on what was achieved and make their own mark on this great House. I wish them all the best for their year ahead. The whole House must continue to work together and value every individual member in order to truly live up to the idea that we are “Men of Honour”. As important as it is to do well in School events, it is imperative that we enjoy our time in the House, contribute as much as we can, and make sure that we look out for our mates. On behalf of the leaving Year 12 boys and the whole of Cameron House, I would like to thank Mr Gale for being an outstanding role-model and for his commitment to the House. I also thank all of our Cameron House Tutor teachers for always making themselves available for the boys’ whether in the Tutor period or around the School. These teachers have become a large part of the boys’ school lives and the commitment they have shown is much appreciated. I speak for all the leaving Year 12s when I say that we can happily move forward in our lives knowing that we remain a part of the growing community as Old Scotch Collegians. In our time at Scotch we have learnt far more than merely literacy and numeracy skills; we have learned life lessons and forged life-long friendships within this College and for these reasons, Scotch will be forever cherished in our memories. Harrison Patten-Williams House Captain
HOUSE REPORTS • page 95
Julien Walker, Torin Chamberlain, Christopher Wheeler, Chadd Sarich, Samuel Eastland, Alexander Comstock, Isaac Nancarrow, Jack Jones, Benjamin Anderson, Lincoln Bishop, Benjamin Avery, Matthew Briggs, Benjamin Kiel, Harry Lodge, Elliot Young, Thomas Greenland
Mark Horton, Lukas Finn, Lachlan Parker, Harrison Idle, Andrew Briggs, Riley Millen-Macdonald, Ben Kelly, Peter Stulpner, Jack Fairweather, Benjamin Karta, Benjamin Somes, Jonathan Marstall, Allwin Parker, Harrison Burt, William Farr, Jack Bardsley, William Coad
FOURTH ROW:
THIRD ROW:
Oliver Heath, Ryan Hare, Oliver Eastland, Sam Riley, Dr Jeannette Weeda, Mr Dan Quinlivan, Mr Raymond Hill, Mr Mark Gale, Harrison Patten-Williams, Miss Kate Flowers, Mr David Kyle, Mr Wilfred Liauw, Dr Jonathan Tay, Jackson Ferri, Mitchell Burt, Aaron Sarich, Ahmik Mallawarachi
Joshua Boyce, Quentin Cols, Jobah Howell, Jamie Robertson, Ciaran Rowe, Zaine Welsh, Jordan Wilhelm
FRONT ROW:
ABSENT:
SECOND ROW: Nicolas Rogers, Dominic Vivian, Connor Welsh, Alexander Brown, Joshua Parker, Alistair Young, Bailey Banfield, Nicholas Jones, Connor Gilbert, Camden Whitney-Hopkins, William Cusack, Liam Corrigan, Spencer Easton, Peter Cooke
Jack Williams, Harrison Banfield, Maximillian Strzelecki, Brandon Ford, Patrick Carlton, Alec Garkaklis, William Marstall, Alexander Allcock, Jamie Bult, William Regan, Cameron Riseley, Jack Cooke, Oliver Scott-Morey, Blake Lindquist, Nicholas Price
BACK ROW:
Cameron House
FERGUSON At the beginning of the 2015 academic year, optimism and enthusiasm were plentiful among the new Year 12 cohort in Ferguson House. Due to the addition of the double cohort there was no shortage of sublime sportsmanship or academic prowess, a trait that extended to the House as a whole. It was, however, the willingness of every boy to participate and give their all for the House, that would truly come to define the year.
At Inter-House sporting events Ferguson House was able to demonstrate its talent, finishing a very strong third, not only in Swimming, with headline act Matt Khowira sweeping his events, but also in the Athletics, with Dan Abimibola managing to run his whole one hundred metres facing forward this year. An even more remarkable achievement was having a boy in every event. The enthusiasm with which the boys threw themselves into the events, even ones they had never participated in before, is something that truly came to be one of the cornerstones of our House spirit in 2015. I commend all the boys on their participation and the Year 12s for organising the competitors. Success was also prevalent within the academic field, with Ferguson able to field strong teams in a broad range of activities including Debating, It’s Academic, Chess and Theatre Sports. With intelligence, wit and humour galore, thanks to a cameo appearance by Matt Yelland-Hunter, the Ferguson Senior Debating team were able to secure fourth place and under the guidance of none other than
Vaughan Chin, the Junior team were able to go one better, finishing third. With great talent in the Chess arena, including veteran Jeremy Quinlivan who was making his last appearance and rising stars such as Luke Henderson, both teams were able to secure a strong third place. And while Senior Theatre Sports was unable to deliver with the talent we had on offer, the Junior team punished the competition until they were pipped at the post by Shearer House. The recent introduction of the House Choir Competition, Mr Hindle’s “baby”, was once again a success as the boys belted out a fantastic rendition of James Bay’s “Hold Back the River”. While practice started relatively late, Ferguson put in a great showing during the heat and was able to secure their place in the final. Practising with renewed vigour in the weeks leading up to the final, the quality of performance was raised and we were extremely unlucky to be beaten by a fantastic performance from Keys House. While it dealt a stinging blow, it was undoubtedly a deserved victory.
There was no shortage of
SUBLIME
sportsmanship or academic
PROWESS
HOUSE REPORTS • page 97
FIVE YEARS IN FERGUSON HOUSE HAS BEEN AN ADVENTURE AND A HALF, ONE THAT I WOULDN’T WANT TO EMBARK ON WITH ANYONE ELSE House Tutor periods, no matter whether they were House tutes, full House meetings, rehearsals for House Choir, or the scant Marching practice, were a time for invaluable help, support and camaraderie from our Tutor teachers. We thank Mr Matt Jahn, Mr Michael Neave, Mr Steve McLean, Ms Jude de Vorms Shaw, Ms Shirin Reyhani and Ms Kathryn Shaw for their efforts. Lastly, Marching always seemed to be the bane of Ferguson House this year; if there was a record for most tenth positions, we would have been serious title contenders. However, despite the somewhat disappointing results, the incoming Year 12s have shown great ambition to improve, not only in the area of Marching but across all areas of the House. I wish them the best of luck as they lead the House through the hardest and most enjoyable year of their school life, under the enlightened reign of Mr Ryan Foster in his first year as House Head. To the leaving Year 12s, I wish you all the best in your future endeavours and thank you for what has been a fantastic year. Five years in Ferguson House has been an adventure and a half, one that I wouldn’t want to embark on with anyone else. And finally, a huge thank you must go to Mr David Jones for the amazing job that he has done as House Head for Ferguson the last 15 years. I can say with absolute certainty that Ferguson would not function anywhere near as smoothly had he not been there as a driving force, providing encouragement and support for which all Fergie boys and teachers are immensely grateful. Harry Adler House Captain
HOUSE REPORTS • page 99
Jack Hamill, Max Locke, Ashton Ryder, Drummond Orr, Daniel Manetas, Harrison Tesser, William Riekie, Rory O’Sullivan, Atle Edgar, Jesse Witts, Timothy Cornish, Oliver Purton, Sam Anderson, Fraser Cull, Michael Hawkins, Stefan Safar
Michael Warnock, Matthew Manetas, Benjamin Skelton, Oliver Davis, Rigby Dowland, Matthew Khowira, Darcy Frazer, Benjamin Nixon, Max Garbutt-Wilkins, Charlie Wandby, Beau Helton, Brendan Thomson, Jonathan Yeo, Blair Cull, Connor O’Sullivan, Patrick Stephen, Cole Walker
FOURTH ROW:
THIRD ROW:
Jeremy Quinlivan, Giac Patroni, Ilerioluwakiiti Abimibola, Joshua Mannolini, Ms Jude de Vorms Shaw, Mr Steve McLean, Miss Shirin Reyhani, Mr Michael Neave, Harry Adler, Mr David Jones, Miss Kathryn Shaw, Mr Matthew Jahn, Matthew Yelland-Hunter, Willem Poot, Jordan Kestel, Hamish Blanchard, Brody Devahasdin
Daniel Trainer, Thomas White
FRONT ROW:
ABSENT:
SECOND ROW: Thomas Lewin, Andrew McCulloch, Connor Henderson, Harrison Riekie, Samuel Zani, James Trench, Remy Wandby, Stuart McCowan, David Hawkins, Vaughan Chin, Timothy Khowira, Charles Tesser, Erfan Saebi, Liam Seagreen, Joshua Dyson, Luke Henderson, Lachlan Cumming
O’Neil Chon, Louis Cassell, Nicholas Gale, James Riekie, Lachlan Bassett, Austin Bantock, Thomas Krantz, James Taylor, Benjamin Walsh, Bailey van der Zanden, Tyler Lawrence, Thomas Brain Angel, Campbell Shaw, Liam Vaughan, James Cameron
BACK ROW:
Ferguson House
KEYS This year there were a few changes in Keys House as we prepared to become a day House in 2016 and to swap our purple mantle for one of many colours. With a positive attitude and good sportsmanship we participated and competed for the last time as a House comprised entirely of boarders. We helped out at numerous events, fundraised for the Bibbulmun Track Foundation and proved that country boys can sing.
2015 marked a transition at Scotch as Year 8s remained in the Middle School. For Keys House the absence of the Year 8 boys was initially noticeable at Marching when it felt as if the great purple road train had lost one of its trailers. Despite this change, the boarding year began in the usual way as we welcomed the new boys at Orientation Weekend. We welcomed several new members of staff this year. Mr Wilkinson joined the boarding community as Director of Residential Life and Mr Siekierka replaced Mr Menagé as Head of Year 11. We farewelled Mr Williams and Mrs Devitt, the formidable staff team in the Year 8 House, Mr Hales became the new Head of Year 7/8 and Mrs Whetters has taken on the role of House Mother. At the end of Winter Term we said goodbye to Ms Bunney who has organised countless social outings for Keys House over the years. At the end of the year we also farewelled Mrs Smirk who was the Transport Coordinator. For nearly ten years she has transported many boarders to various appointments.
It’s great to begin the year with a win and Keys House did that in style at the Inter-House Rowing Regatta. We placed first in both the Quad and the Eight, managing to hold off strong competition from St Andrews. At the Inter-House Swimming our thunderous cheering drowned out every other House but we struggled to win in the pool. However, we managed to dodge the wooden spoon. Once again boarders from Years 8 to 12 had the opportunity to walk the Bibbulmun Track. Seventeen Year 12 boys walked the final section, crossing the finish line in Albany at the end of February. This was the largest group ever, including 15 “end-to-enders”, and we thank the staff from Outdoor Education for supporting us. In May the Year 12s organised a fundraiser for the Bibbulmun Track Foundation to help rebuild parts of the track devastated by fire earlier in the year.
We brought home the
TROPHY for the
NINTH
consecutive year
The Inter-House Choir Competition saw Keys boys step out of their comfort zone. The boys decided to sing “Walking in Memphis” by Marc Cohn and Mr Richard Foster put us through a
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rigorous training programme. Rohan Dick and Jack Carrington led the House with their impressive solos and we were supported by Harrison Gardiner, Latre Harrison, Ben Miller and Braden Retallack on guitar, and Cameron Ritchie on bass guitar. We managed to pull off an amazing win. The pressure was on to maintain our winning streak at the Inter-House Athletics and we brought home the trophy for the ninth consecutive year. The newly introduced Tug of War was great entertainment, with Keys and Cameron making it through to the final. It was a battle for the honour of being crowned the inaugural champions but Keys finally came out on top, two to one. Coming first in Marching clinched the trifecta. The Highlander groups were established in 2015 to help strengthen relationships between year groups within the boarding community. The Boarders’ Council, with guidance from Mr Wilkinson and Mr Bennett, formed six groups: Auldern, Bannockburn, Culloden, Falkirk, Glencoe and Killicrankie. Hopefully the Highlander groups will add another dimension to boarding. The seventh annual SPIRIT Award in honour of Lachie Higham was presented at a special Keys House dinner. Thank you to Tim, Chris and Daisy Higham for attending the evening and for reminding us of the characteristics of SPIRIT: Sparkle, Passion, Imagination, Resilience, Integrity and Tenacity. This year’s nominees were Daniel Wiese, Levi Waters, Stewart Wallace, Latre Harrison, Matthew Dare, Harry Milne and Ben Piercey. The worthy recipient of the SPIRIT Award for 2015 was Matthew Dare. Thank you to all the boys in Keys House for your support. It has been great to be part of this community for the last five years and a privilege to lead the House. Special thanks to: the Year 12 boys; Vice Captains Ben Miller and Harry Sinclair; members of the Boarders’ Council, Unn Areecharoenlert, James Fox-Slater, Matthew Inman, Ben Piercey and Hunter Stretch; and the team of staff that run the boarding house. On behalf of the Year 12s I would like to particularly acknowledge Mr Bennett, our Head of Year for the last three years, who has provided guidance throughout our journey. I wish Keys House and the boarders all the very best for 2016. I’m sure the boarders will continue to look out for each other regardless of the House they are in or the colour of the tie that they wear. Charles Forrester House Captain
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Bailey Crothers, Oliver Repton, Conner Souey, Bayley Messina, Stewart Wallace, Jerome Francis, Scott Smith, Jack Ellis, Michael Piercey, Lachlan Morrell, Jacob Lane, Sam Rogers, Ben Klug, Arthur Corunna, Latre Harrison, Nelson Morgan, Luke Gollan, Aiden Weaver, Thomas Menzies, Oliver Harding
FOURTH ROW:
Alistair Dolton, Matthew Dare, Ethan Brown, John Wilson, Mrs Felicity Byres, James Fox-Slater, Matthew Inman, Mrs Pamela Seaby, Harry Sinclair, Mr Matt Bradley, Mr Marcus Wilkinson, Charles Forrester, Mr Grant Bennett, Hunter Stretch, Mr Sean Mecham, Benjamin Piercey, Mr Richard Foster, Unn Areecharoenlert, Mrs Fiona Henderson, Daniel Gollan, Samuel Martin, Harrison Pluschke
James Hill, Digby Pink, Max Plummer, Matthew McDonald, Folau Penaia, Benjamin Miller
FRONT ROW:
ABSENT:
SECOND ROW: Harry Ayers, Tre Toigo, Angus Hunt, Phillip Mackie, Harrison Gardiner, Lachlan Maitland, Samuel Humphry, Harrison Milne, Lachlan Gibson, James Wilson, Austin Gear, William Glass, Jayden Travers, Stuart Vlahov, Rueben Mongoo, Coen Lewis, Piers Egerton-Warburton, Riley Noble, Bradley Trouchet
Lachlan McGregor, Brennan Nicholl, Khysom Umbagai, Wade White, Cameron Ritchie, William Wiese, Ryan Greaves, Jakheen Coaby, Hamish Ritchie, Lachlan Stokes, Yukio Chaplin, Callum Willmott, Tremayne Green, Paul Chapman, Jack Carrington, Morgan Gatley, Brandon Poole, Jedd Quartermaine, Brent Morton, Mitchell Lane, Reece Eades
David Bott, Peter Shackles, Ethan Siegmund, Myles Prasser-Jones, Fletcher Cremasco, Thomas Gooch, Todd Retallack, James Humphry, Rohan Dick, Joe Dowling, Gregory Jackson, Calvin Westerman, Lewis Abbey, Angus Rogers, Braden Retallack, Mitchell Evans, Christopher Lawrance, Thomas Klug, Matthew Markwell
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THIRD ROW:
Muhammad Mazlin, Leigh Ryan, Eric Gibson, Roko Radman, Bryce Holland, Harrison Nixon, Levi Ross, Jonty Gray, Brynn Teakle, Ryan Hudson, Jye Waters, Phillip Collard, Flynn Taylor, Christopher Di Russo, George Gibson, Nicholas Klug, Tyler James, Timothy Walker
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Keys House
ROSS The orange army, known for their overflowing pride and passion, has once again proved its worth to this prestigious community. I believe there was not a single moment of the 2015 academic year in which each of my fellow “Rossians” were any less than jubilant to wear their bright shade of orange. Across all facets of school life this year, Ross House has enjoyed high levels of success, with each and every boy stepping up and playing his part.
Finishing third in this year’s Staff Trophy reflects the undoubted talent and determination Ross House possesses, from both boys and staff alike. We finished first in Senior Theatre Sports, Junior Debating and It’s Academic. We narrowly finished second in the Athletics Carnival, came third in Senior 3v3 Basketball and placed fourth in Cross Country and the Inter-House Choir Competition. This all demonstrates the consistent, high placing of such a remarkable House. However, our success can be measured far beyond a Staff Trophy placing, with the House successfully running an Inter-Tutor Competition for the first time this year, in which Mrs Muni’s Tutor group surged home for a late victory. Events included our “Rosscars” media awards, an Indoor Soccer competition, a quiz and an art competition. The Ross House Halloween Social was a new initiative from the Year 12s, which saw around 50 boys and girls from both Scotch and PLC Ross Houses meeting on Halloween for an
extravagant, entertaining night. As a leadership group, we believed it important to form a strong relationship with the newly formed Ross House at PLC who, although they may not wear orange, do share our wonderful name. It was a thoroughly enjoyable night that led to the formation of many new friendships and a new Inter-School House relationship. There was also a very impressive pumpkin carving competition, won by Ms Gooding’s Tutor group. 2015 also saw Ross House raise funds through a sausage sizzle and collect family supplies for the UnitingCare West Families’ Appeal. This all culminated in around 10 large cardboard boxes filled to the brim with toys, nappies, board games, clothes, baby formula and miscellaneous other items, being directly distributed to homeless shelters across Perth. I have to say a huge thank you to Mrs Scott who did amazing work in organising and coordinating such a complex task.
The orange
ARMY,
known for their overflowing
PRIDE AND PASSION
The annual Swimathon was another highly cherished House event with staff, families and
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ROSS HOUSE HAS ENJOYED HIGH LEVELS OF SUCCESS, WITH EACH AND EVERY BOY STEPPING UP AND PLAYING HIS PART boys all coming down on a Sunday afternoon to raise over $5000 for Cystic Fibrosis Western Australia. It was not only a great opportunity for different year groups to socialise but also a fantastic chance for families to interact and contribute to the House. It is a great Ross House tradition, which I hope continues for many years to come. Words cannot express the thanks that myself and the other Year 12s owe to such a fantastic House that has given us so much over the past five years. I have to thank Mr Owenell who has worked tirelessly, along with our very strong Year 12 group who all displayed exemplary leadership throughout the year. I wish the best of luck to all future leaders of the School and to Ross House in particular, who I know will do a fantastic job. It has been my privilege to lead Ross House in 2015. Louis Taylor House Captain
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Liam Robberechts, Michael Youngleson, Maximilian Kailis, Prentice Shepherd, Conor Patton, Joshua Lisewski, Maximillian Silbert, Elias Grimes, Samuel Gregg, Bede Hunt, Sean Szalek, Lincoln Bell, Aren Leishman, Jack Knobel, Jackson Wright, Samuel Brownfield
Jordan Bowling, Cooper Lindsay, Christopher Ramsden, Joseph Wellmann, Ebunoluwa Daramola, James Hayers, Benjamin Philip, Aaron Lamb, Lachlan Meston, Hamish McKenzie, Daniel Jefferies, Caleb Farrell, Timothy Oe, Michael Honey, Nathan Frazier, Calum Russell, Oscar Lane
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THIRD ROW:
James MacKinnon, Grant Szalek, Daniel Wee, David Honey, Mr Sam Sterrett, Mr Nathan Kime, Mrs Celena Mecham, Mr Jordan Owenell, Louis Taylor, Mrs Samantha Scott, Mrs Kirra Muni, Mrs Karen Bridle, Miss Kate Gooding, Benjamin Reid, Oliver Cownie, Mackenzie Ratten, John Harvey
Mackenzie Cruikshank, Walker Daly, Michael Kailis, Connor Matla, Thomas Turner
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ABSENT:
SECOND ROW: Lewis Hellewell, Oliver Benson, Declan Stick, Patric Beaven, Emerson Carlberg, Jack Lyttle, James Abernethy, William Goyder, Benjamin Corser, Aaron Salter, Timothy Andrew, Henry Edwards, Harrison Ashbee, Simon Ferreira, Kerry Miller
Hamish Sheridan, Sebastian Ramsay, Matthew Ormerod, Clive Wang, James Gale, Benjamin Wright, Daniel Walker, Petras Pilawskas, David MacKinnon, Nicholas Allan, Tristan Barrow, Thomas O’Loughlin, Joseph Bloodworth, Martin Berry, Lochlan Ashdown
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Ross House
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ST. ANDREWS If I think back on some of my most fond and memorable moments from my five years at Scotch College, I can guarantee that half of them will be related to St. Andrews; those moments range from House activities to the memorable speeches that Mr Doney has graced the boys with over the years.
The House system provides boys with the opportunity to try new activities outside of their comfort zone and their usual interests. Theatre Sports, Chess and Debating are all activities which boys are encouraged to be a part of. If I’m being honest, I was initially quite worried about getting enough boys to participate in these events, especially the less “glamorous” activities such as Debating. However, there were always large numbers of boys across all year groups who were eager to attend any event and this speaks volumes of the strong House spirit that has been fostered within St. Andrews.
I must credit the Year 12s with being one of the best groups that St. Andrews has had in recent years; every single Year 12 has actively contributed to the House. Surprisingly, some of the boys that I thought might be the least supportive actually turned out to be the most reliable and helpful. The maturity, responsibility and motivation shown by the Year 12s – I believe – established them as excellent role
models for future leadership groups in St. Andrews. I would particularly like to recognise Tom Lavery and Patrick Triglavcanin for being fine leaders despite not receiving a formal leadership position. Tom’s barbecue for the people of Nepal was a fantastic success, selling all the food before the end of lunch. Although our score for the House Trophy this year wasn’t as high as previous years, I am more than happy with our final result. We were extremely close in the Athletics Carnival and throughout the event were consistently contending for second and third place. St. Andrews continued to showcase its fantastic athletic talent, especially in the younger years with numerous boys continuing on to represent the School at the Inter-School Athletics Carnival. In stark contrast to this, the Year 12s were quickly defeated in the Tug of War competition despite significant preparation. It seems that relying on Bomber Markwell and Sam Langoulant’s large biceps were not enough to secure even a single win.
St Andrews continued to
SHOWCASE its fantastic
ATHLETIC TALENT
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DON’T ACT AS A LEADER JUST TO OBTAIN LEADERSHIP COLOURS, ACT AS A LEADER BECAUSE IT IS THE RIGHT THING TO DO Marching for St. Andrews was the finest it has ever been during my time at Scotch and we began to become accustomed to placing first, week after week. That’s not to say that we didn’t see our fair share of last place, but I must congratulate the boys for the high quality of Marching that they continued to show and for their patience, which was often stretched thin during practices. I’d rather not dwell on the shortcomings that we faced, but instead offer some friendly words of advice to the incoming Year 12s. Firstly, start preparing for House Choir early and commit to one song. Secondly, encourage different year groups to chat and work together. Finally, don’t feel obligated to do what previous year groups have done. If you want to do a different fundraiser or activity, then do it! Make 2016 your year and change St. Andrews for the better. I wish Ben Webster all the best as the new House Captain for 2016 and I encourage him to get as many Year 12s involved as possible. To those who did not receive an official leadership position, please know that leadership is not about titles or accolades, nor rewards or personal gain. Don’t act as a leader just to obtain leadership colours, act as a leader because it is the right thing to do. To the boys, enjoy the time you have in St. Andrews as it will leave you with many fond memories. To the teachers, thank you all for the time and effort you put into the House, in particular Mr Newman for the tremendous support he has given the Year 12s. To Mr Doney, your efforts, advice and lessons are invaluable to us all and for this I thank you. Finally, to the leaving Year 12s it has been an honour and I wish you all the best in your future. As Mr Doney often says: “God bless you, digger!” Samuel Daisley House Captain
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Campbell Millar, Abraham Potter, Henry Cullen, James Richards-Adlam, Bryson Lee, Tristan Lee, Alexander Ventouras, Madoc Hill, Darcy Armstrong, Antonio Baxter, Bailey Flecker, Harry Foley, Sharif Kadhim, Lewis Bollands, Asadollah Hosseini, Justin Weatherall
Reid Dowling, Thomas Ambrose, Hugh Edwards, Frederick Payne, Lachlan Montgomery, Justin Kalugin, Lawrence Jackson, Thomas Palmer, Kelton Mulvay, Harley Waddell, Jett Stevenson, Fletcher Cumming, Jacob Bruinsma, Sebastian Hasluck, Arthur Payne, Reuben Priest, Cameron Murie
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THIRD ROW:
André Stanley, James Shackleton, Cameron McIntosh, Benjamin Richardson, Cameron Webster, Mr Cas Gabriels, Mr Ryan Foster, Mr Anthony Doney, Samuel Daisley (House Captain), Mr Paul Newman, Ms Fiona Mochrie, Miss Jo Fletcher, George Boulden, Dylan Flecker, Hugh Whitewood, Mark Barwood, Connor Fairbairn
Lachlan Earle, Liam Lamont, Padraig Lamont, Sam Langoulant, Joshua Pretorius, Aidan Read, Richard van Uffelen, Lachlan Vos
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ABSENT:
SECOND ROW: Laine Mulvay, Charles Culley-Wood, Samuel Devine, Patrick Triglavcanin, Tom Lavery, Alexander Markwell, Daniel Rosich, Arrigo Brackenridge, Alexander Perry
Connor O’Keeffe, Edward Powley, Nicholas Pierson, Thomas Webb, Jacob Mann, Matthew Todd, Ben Webster, Isaac Bombara, Benjamin Mahon, Lewis Daisley, Thomas Barwood, Joshua Thomas, Luke Kielman, Callum Jacobsen, Mitchell Clarke
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SHEARER The Shearer House boys, rich in ability and bound by spirit, would retain their legacy as a force to be reckoned with in 2015. As the deserving recipients of the 2015 Staff Trophy, winning it for only the third time in the House’s history, it was the synergy of willpower and good nature that has made this House both tightknit and successful over the past 12 months.
Under the mantra of “Men of Honour”, this year would focus on the development of one’s character in the hope that, by now, the boys would be of sound behaviour and possess a high moral compass. Shearer House emulated these values throughout the year, not only in the schoolyard but also in the InterHouse competitions. The major events of the year would consist of the Swimming Carnival, Athletics Carnival and Cross Country, in which we aimed to find a balance between attendance and performance. Whilst we came fifth in the Swimming and sixth in the Athletics and Cross Country, it was our instinct to support each other and volunteer for vacancies that truly made these days a success. Nonetheless, it would be in the Inter-House competitions that Shearer would achieve its greatest results. In the Water Polo, Junior Theatre Sports and the Senior Chess, the Shearer boys managed to take first place, whilst we placed a close second for It’s Academic, Senior Debating and Surfing. These results across a variety of areas, ranging from academics to sport, emphasise the versatility
of the House. As a whole group, the Marching and House Choir events brought an average seventh place and sixth place respectively. It has been a big year for all and the qualities of the Shearer boys have been evident beyond Scotch’s borders; some boys flew overseas to play music on the world stage in Edinburgh or to display their academic prowess at Stanford University, some went east to further their drama and leadership skills in New South Wales and some went south to walk 50 miles in their own backyard. However, there were three moments this year that stood out to me above the rest. Firstly, the introduction barbecue, where the whole House stood in our courtyard area together as a blend of the new, the ongoing and the leaving Shearer boys. Secondly, the last ten seconds of our House Choir performance when the whole House sang and danced fearlessly together on stage. Thirdly, the final House meeting on March Out day, where we came together for the last time to celebrate winning the Staff Trophy. It is moments like these that the Year 12s and I will miss.
SHEARER House boys, rich in
ABILITY
and bound by
SPIRIT
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I WOULD LIKE TO THANK ALL OF THE SHEARER HOUSE STAFF FOR ANOTHER YEAR OF GUIDANCE AND SUPPORT Of course, all of this would not be possible without the efforts of certain people. On behalf of the boys, I would like to thank all of the Shearer House staff for another year of guidance and support. I extend my gratitude to Mr Galipo, our House Head, who in his participative-style of leadership has led us with competitiveness and camaraderie and has always had the knack to form a personal relationship with each boy he leads. In doing so, he has left a lasting imprint on each Year 12 who leaves Shearer House this year. To the Year 12s, I’d like to thank you for your five years of service to the House and I believe our success this year is a testament to the capabilities and leadership you have shown. Finally, I congratulate Shearer boys Denver Quantrill, Alex Crump and Connor Smith in their new roles as Captain of School, Vice Captain of School and Shearer House Captain respectively. I wish Mr Galipo and the House the best of luck for not only 2016 but for all of the years still to come for the mighty Shearer House. Graeme Stewart House Captain
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Rory McSweeney, Lewis Simpson, Donald Mallon, Chad Perche, MacKenzie Moffat, Griffin Mathias, Benjamin Murphy, Rhys Williams, Alexander Crump, Lewis Weeda, Callum Purvis, George Mitchell, Thomas Nicholls, Harrison Nicholls, Denver Quantrill, Fletcher Wolpers
Matthew Simich, Edward Boys, Sachio Ingrilli, Callum Pickup, Andrew Orvis, Angus MacLeod, Zhirong Zhu, Hamish McLean, Jack Field, Nimalan Bhharathhan, Stone Mannikko, Hugo Coulson, Malachi Cornwall, Mitchell McAullay, Jack Butterworth, Sidharth Bhargavan, Nicholas Murphy
FOURTH ROW:
THIRD ROW:
Alexander Orvis, Charles McGuckin, Antonino Giglia, Thomas D Walker, Mr Richard Hales, Mrs Diana Dunne, Mr Reg Reberger, Mr Scott Galipo, Graeme Stewart, Mr Aaron Gale, Mrs Louise Lilford, Mrs Randa Bradley, Mr Chris Wisniewski, Hayden Donnelly, Maclean Phillips, Tom Woods, Samuel Wilson
Maurice Buren, Andrew Burvill, Dylan Butterworth, Alexander Cain, Hamish de la Hunty, Jack Godden, Dylan Grant, Max Hollingsworth, Adrian Shearer, Connor Smith, Joseph Woods
FRONT ROW:
ABSENT:
SECOND ROW: Lewis Field, Lachlan Cain, Daniel Paganin, Connor Callander-Maher, Lachlan Simpson, Conor McMurtrie, Jy Kimpton-Plunkett, Sebastian Horko, Matthew Murphy
James Pastorino, Eddie Atchison, Jack Ruefli, James Mandzufas, Kartik Khanna, Leon Hsi, Harry Burrell, Benjamin Galvin, James Hollingsworth, Lucas Beacham, Raghav Khanna, Patrick Galvin, Riley Walker, Ridge Mannikko, Nicholas Crump
BACK ROW:
Shearer House
STUART “Most people overestimate what they can do in one year and underestimate what they can do in ten years.” This has not been the case for Stuart House in 2015. As a collective this House has achieved far more than anyone could hope for in just 12 months.
Suffering from a shock loss in the 2014 Swimming Carnival, the Stuart House Stags united once again this February to reclaim the largest trophy in the Scotch cabinet. After a very hard-fought battle between both St Andrews and Ferguson it was the relays that were the ultimate decider as to the fate of the day. Fortunately, the Stuart House boys pulled through and the trophy was ours once again, making it our fourth win in the past five years. Congratulations must go to all Stuart House members including the Year 12s who managed to break a 15-year-old relay record, the staff who spent their day organising our distracted minds, and the House as a collective for being noted as the loudest House on the poolside, even dominating over the omnipresent Keys House.
bravely sang “Eye of the Tiger” whilst basing our choreography on the video game “Just Dance”.
To our disappointment, when it came to House Choir our singing was not as notable as our cheering. However, our confidence remained. In typical Stuart House fashion we utilised the a cappella style for the third year in a row and
Complementing the House success, Stuart has had many individuals achieve outstanding success. These boys were involved in activities including representing Australia in their respective sports, attending courses at Stanford
In the realm of Debating Stuart House once again soared to the top of the charts with a win in the Senior division and a very strong Junior team that shows lots of promise. In the gymnasium we had a victory for our Indoor Soccer team and a strong performance from our Junior Basketball team. 2015 has also given rise to a new rivalry between the Stuart and Brisbane Houses, which has been appropriately titled “The Battle of the Red Ties”. The competition between the two Houses has seen Stuart thrive in both the Slatterball and It’s Academic competitions and retain the shield for another year.
STUART HOUSE
once again soared to the top of the
CHARTS
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STUART HAS HAD A TREMENDOUSLY SUCCESSFUL YEAR WHEREBY ALL MEMBERS OF THE HOUSE HAVE ACHIEVED EXTRAORDINARY RESULTS University, travelling to Edinburgh to play with the Pipe Band and completing the 50 Mile Walk. However, a special mention must go to Year 12 student Yarlalu Thomas for organising the Indigenous concert Yira Yarkiny which was a huge success and filled the entire Dickinson Centre. This was a mammoth task to undertake, especially in conjunction with his school studies. Stuart has had a tremendously successful year whereby all members of the House have achieved extraordinary results, creating a diverse yet cohesive group of boys. Our thanks must go to all the Tutor teachers and Mr Andrews for making 2015 such a wonderful year for the House. Robbie Packer House Captain
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Patrick Carter, Flynn Robertson, Ethan Lines, Adam Brenz-Verca, William Allen, Timothy Reynolds, Thomas Keamy, Thomas Carew-Hopkins, Jordan Campbell, Perrin Smith, Jack Manners, Alexander de Bont, Andre Avila, Benjamin Clohessy, Joseph Gardam, Charles Mills
Lawson Young, Kassidy Williams, Andrew Ziepe, Connor Enslin, Luke Beeson, Ryan Taylor, Jack Cooley, Harry Penrose, Connor Meerwald, Samuel Pierce, Hugh Allen, Jonathon Prior, Thomas Anderson, Frans Buys, Bryce Edwards, Lewis Bradbury, Hamish Bruce
FOURTH ROW:
THIRD ROW:
Thomas W Walker, Angus Stewart, Thomas Prior, Mrs Sandra McCowan, Miss Tory Vidler, Mr Matt Hildebrandt, Mr Bennet Andrews, Robert Packer, Sebastian Bentley, Miss Amy Ward, Mrs Sally Budge, Mr Brendan Zani, Mrs Dawn Scaife, Yarlalu Thomas, Jethro Devenish, Thomas Truscott
Hamish Anderson, Christian Kyriakou, Luke Laurance, Timothy Sewell
FRONT ROW:
ABSENT:
SECOND ROW: Kade Lines, Joseph Davey, Carson Dueck, Eamon McKiernan, Michael Jovanovich, Joshua Jones, Benjamin Harding, Liam Bayly, Jakob Pfau, McCarthy Hanlin, Mcauley Blair, Zain Syed, Sam Munckton, Lachlan Duke, Florent Mortier, Matthew Hayward, Tanay Narula, Rafe Harrison-Murray, Charles Harding
Bostyn Young, Sam Perrignon, Charles Russell, Toby O’Keeffe, Oscar Woodward, Patrick Attwell, Charles Barblett, James Warne, Angus Bruce, Jonathan Ashby, Daniel Fletcher, Joshua Pearson, Thomas Warburton, Harry Brown, Lachlan Wright
BACK ROW:
Stuart House
SOCIETIES & SERVICES
CADETS 2015 was a historic year for the Emergency Service Cadet Unit. For the first time, Cadets was offered as a service option to all Year 9 boys. In addition to their sporting commitments, eighteen boys voluntarily gave up their time to participate in the Year 9 Emergency Service Cadet Programme, learning a host of new skills and participating in a variety of community service activities. 2015 had a particularly environmental flavour. The Year 9 Cadets, in conjunction with their Year 10 counterparts, teamed up with the City of Nedlands environmental division on a number of ecological projects from weeding native reserves to dune rehabilitation and
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native seed collection. Our centrepiece project was a collaborative partnership with the City of Claremont to build native bird boxes for installation at Lake Claremont. This four-year project initially involved the boys learning more about the importance of the lake to native and vagrant bird species and this was given a great kick start by teaming up with our local branch of Birdlife Australia. As part of the construction phase the boys learned a number of technical drawing, woodwork and metalwork skills. The boys used iPads and specialist applications to collect population data on species and have paved the way for the incoming cohort to continue their good work. Cadets participated in a number of recognised courses over the year, gaining valuable graduation points as well as a wide variety of skills useful to those looking towards a career in emergency services or as a volunteer. Year
10 Cadets earned their senior first aid and recreational skipper’s certificates, in addition to participating in single pitch, vertical rope rescue and fire extinguisher training. With our growing numbers I was delighted to be able to welcome chief instructor Digby Edwards back into the Unit and thank him, along with Steve Riddle, for their efforts over the course of the year. I started the year optimistic about our new Year 9 programme and conclude it was a success as so many of the boys have indicated their desire to continue with Cadets in Year 10, placing them in a great position to be considered for Community Service Colours in Year 11. Mr Howard Loosemore ESC Unit Leader
BACK ROW:
James Schweizer, Gregory Jackson, Toby O’Keeffe, David MacKinnon, Thomas Webb, James Barr, Lincoln Bell, Lewis Weeda
MIDDLE ROW:
Mr Steven Riddell, Mitchell McAullay, Harry Penrose, Harry Foley, Mitchell Evans, James Irving, Max Locke, Darcy Frazer, Mr Howard Loosemore
FRONT ROW:
Angus Reeves, Aidan Mattys, Tanay Narula, William Wiese, Sebastian Hasluck, Matthia Au, Jy Kimpton-Plunkett, Thomas Lewin, Milo Kathiravelu
C
S S HE
In 2015, the Chess team at Scotch has had a number of successes and a lot of fun along the way. Chess at Scotch is broken into Inter-House Chess, school competitions and Inter-School Chess. This year’s Junior and Senior Inter-House competitions were some of the most entertaining of the year, with Chess players of all abilities going head-to-head for the pride of their House. After a number of upsets, the final result of the Juniors was Cameron House (First), Brisbane House (Second) and Ferguson House (Third). In the Seniors competition the result was Shearer (First), Stuart (Second) and Ferguson (Third). The Year 9 Blitz competition, which showcased a number of up-and-coming Chess players in the lower years, ended in a very close final that saw Harrison Burt placing
“In chess one cannot control everything. Sometimes a game takes an unexpected turn, in which beauty begins to emerge.” – Vladimir Kramnik, Chess Grand Master
first and Seamus Twomey placing second. In the corresponding Year 10 Blitz competition, Luke Henderson won the final with Darcy Frazer placing second. Looking back on the performance in a number of Inter-School competitions, the Scotch Chess team cannot but be pleased with their efforts. The first competition of the year was the Four Schools Competition in which Scotch, Hale, Christ Church and Guildford all competed. The Scotch team consisted of Jeremy Quinlivan, Anthony Giglia, Bailey Banfield, Lewis Weeda, Luke Henderson, Thomas Krantz, Darcy Frazer and Harrison Burt. Scotch placed second to a very strong Christ Church team. During the PSA competition we were missing a number of key players with members of the team travelling to Edinburgh and Stanford
BACK ROW:
Jonathan Marstall, Thomas Krantz, Mr Paul Newman, Lewis Weeda, Darcy Frazer
FRONT ROW:
Harrison Burt, Jeremy Quinlivan, Antonino Giglia, Bailey Banfield, Luke Henderson
on tours. Despite this shortage, the School put forward a strong team composed of Anthony Giglia, Alex Cain, Bailey Banfield, Harrison Burt and Lewis Orr. The School finished in a respectable fourth place, but a special mention must go to Lewis Orr (Year 8) and Harrison Burt (Year 9) who played first and second board respectively, with Lewis winning a remarkable four out of six games. Special thanks must go to Mr Newman, who devotes his time to help improve the Scotch Chess team, as well as to maintain the fun and jovial atmosphere that is so characteristic of the Chess room. The Chess team looks forward to the future years and the continued development of an already strong team. Bailey van der Zanden
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Debating 2015 saw record participation levels in Debating, with over one hundred boys competing, fantastic results across the Western Australian Debating League, and the opportunity to debate being extended for the first time to boys in the Middle School. There can be no doubt that Scotch College once again reaffirmed its place as one of the strongest Debating schools in the State. The season was an incredibly successful one, with results throughout the Novice (Years 7 and 8), Junior (Years 9 and 10) and Senior divisions highlighting the strength Scotch possesses in all age groups.
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In the Novice divisions, there was an incredible turnout from the boys in the Middle School with over 50 boys trying their hand at Debating for the first time. Scotch Novice 10, consisting of Blake Costello, Benji Steinberg, Lucas Triglavcanin, Lachie Wilson and Josh Ziepe, won their division and made it through to the preliminary finals, a fantastic achievement considering many had never debated before. Meanwhile, the Scotch Junior 2 team of Will Allen, Sidharth Bhargavan, Michael Kailis, Bailey Vanderzanden and Lewis Weeda made it through to the quarter-finals, and were only hampered by members of their team being absent on various trips to Stanford and Edinburgh. These boys were fantastic throughout the season and I have no doubt they will continue Scotch’s success in years to come. Finally, through the efforts of James Abernethy, Sam Daisley, Will Goyder, Robbie Packer and myself, the Scotch Senior 1 team made it through to the Grand Final before being narrowly defeated by a very strong Shenton College team.
However, Scotch’s success is not solely down to teams making the finals. The fact that Debating participation has trebled since I first started at Scotch in 2010 indicates how far this fantastic activity has come, and gives an indication of the hard work by all the coaches who have given so much to help boys achieve what they have in this fantastic season. To Vice Captain William Goyder, thank you for your dedication and hard work over the year – it has been an absolute pleasure. Finally, to Miss Gooding, your efforts as Head of Debating have been crucial to success at Scotch and on behalf of all in the Debating community I extend my sincere gratitude. With the success this year, the record participation and the introduction of professional coach, Daniel Kirkby, Debating at Scotch is in fantastic hands and I look forward to reading about further success in the future. McCarthy Hanlin Captain of Debating
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Rupert Currie, Owen Goodliffe, Lewis Orr, Liam Newport, Luke Beeson, Aaron Lamb, William Allen, Charles Mills, Drummond Orr, Lucas Triglavcanin, Oscar Harold, Thomas Hodge, Thomas Wood, Eyitomaye Mojuetan, Daniel Paganin, James Jenour, Jack Taylor
Lachlan Wilson, Shayan Saebi, Jerry Ventouras, Thomas Earnshaw, Cameron Rea, Oskar Beadell, Rafe Harrison-Murray, Sidharth Bhargavan, Oliver Broun, Jonah Benbow, Conrad Forrest, Joshua Ziepe, Thomas Patterson, Sean Pentony, Blake Costello, Sebastian Barrett, Benjamin Steinberg, Oliver Hawkins
Grayson Downes, Nicholas Verryn, Ethan Lamb, David Stulpner, Ronan Cameron, William Steinberg, Arun Tibballs, Ashley Edgar, Rory Bruce, Pranayan Mahendranathan, Charles Maxwell, Lachlan Pyne, Alexander Aakermann, Darius Opie, William Brown, Lachlan Norcott, Alex Chew, George Lewin, Charlie Radici, James Watson, Patrick Latchem
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THIRD ROW:
Alistair Cadee, Joshua Bennie, Louis Taylor, David Honey, Bailey Banfield, James Abernethy, McCarthy Hanlin, William Goyder, Robert Packer, Samuel Daisley, Daniel Wee, James Trench, Aaron Salter, Jarrod Pyne
Mrs Karen Woods, Hamish Anderson, Mitchell Atkinson, Liam Blok, Owen Edgar, Michael Kailis, Benjamin Mahon, Angus Warman
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ABSENT:
SECOND ROW: Ms Gabriel Hodgson, Miss Lisa O’Toole, Mr Sam Sterrett, Mr David Kyle, Miss Kate Flowers, Miss Kate Gooding, Mrs Sandra McCowan, Ms Kate Webster-Blythe, Mrs Dawn Scaife, Mr Brendan Zani, Miss Deborah Mullin
Darcy Frazer, Chase Deitner, Max Vaughan, Bailey Flecker, Campbell McCracken, Nicolas Pismiris, Bailey van der Zanden, Charles Barblett, Zachary Jones, Nicholas Price, Lewis Martin, Lewis Weeda, Benjamin Lilburne, Antonio Baxter, Michael Hawkins, Felix Jones
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BACK ROW:
Michael Sunderland, Benjamin Reid, Thomas Prior, Angus Stewart, Harry Sinclair, James Fox-Slater, Samuel Wilson
MIDDLE ROW:
Harrison Banfield, Jarrod Pyne, Zain Syed, Angus Hunt, Timothy Andrew, Harrison Gardiner, Graeme Stewart, Peter Shackles
FRONT ROW:
Oliver Benson, Bayley Messina, Rhys Williams, Mr David Kyle, Harry Foley, Oliver Repton, Oliver Harding
DUKE ³ EDINBURGH The Duke of Edinburgh Award is for young people aged between fourteen and twenty-three and aims to give Scotch College students the opportunity to discover new interests and be recognised for their commitments to their co-curricular pursuits and the wider community.
With thousands of application forms to review, admissions tutors at universities and colleges are always looking for candidates with valueadding skills and experiences that differentiate them. The Duke of Edinburgh Award is a perfect example of something that tertiary institutions look for. In 2016, the Award launched a global campaign, “Award holders at work”, to highlight the valuable employability skills, experiences, and behaviours young people develop through participation in the Award, wherever they are in the world and whatever career they choose to pursue. The campaign aims to have more young people to include the Award on further and higher education applications and also on their curriculum vitae. It also encourages employers to look out for the Award during their recruitment process. As students of Scotch College, almost all of our boys are completing what is necessary to achieve the Bronze and Silver Awards. Most boys use their School sporting commitments for the Physical Recreation section, Year 10 Expeditions, trips to Moray or treks on the Bibbulmun Track for the Adventurous Journey, and the Year 10 Service Programme for the Service component. Other areas are covered
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by commitments to surf life saving clubs, external sporting clubs, and learning a musical instrument or language, to name just a few. All boys are encouraged to sign up for the Duke of Edinburgh Award as it is an endeavour that is rewarding, widely recognised and very highly regarded. Congratulations to the Award recipients for 2015 and good luck to Tim Andrew and Graeme Stewart (2015 OSCs) who have almost completed their Gold Awards. Below is an excerpt from one boy’s reflection of his time doing the “Duke of Ed” at Scotch. If your son is interested in completing their award at Scotch College, please encourage them to contact Mr David Kyle. I have had to take risks and live outside my comfort zone, adapt quickly to the needs of other people and push myself to complete tasks even when I was tired. The resilience I have gained through perseverance, along with the respect and even gratitude of other people, has been humbling and rewarding. All in all the experiences I have had through working towards my Duke of Edinburgh award have been incredibly rewarding and helped develop me as a person. Mr David Kyle
2015 Awards Silver Award Bayley Messina Graeme Stewart Jared Ethelston Bronze Award Andrew Burvill Angus Hunt Antonio Baxter Bailey Sones Benjamin Mahon Benjamin Reid Daniel Wee Drummond Orr Flynn Taylor Harrison Bennie Harrison Banfield Harry Adler Harry Foley
James Gale Liam Seagreen Luke Gollan Madoc Hill Matthew Simich Michael Sunderland Mitchell Atkinson Nicholas Pierson Oliver Cheveralls Oliver Benson Oliver Repton Oliver Harding Raghav Khanna Rhys Williams Simon Ferreira Thomas Prior Thomas Palmer William Harkins Zain Syed
INSTEP INSTEP continues to provide a valuable pathway for our students to gain experience in the trade/service industry. This year students have completed a variety of work placements including electrical, plumbing, mechanics, teacher’s assistant, roof carpentry, building and construction, equestrian, radio, food preparation and landscaping. Students who demonstrate an outstanding level of enthusiasm and motivation in the workplace are recognised for their efforts and are awarded Gold Status. Gold Status also reflects a
student’s exceptional diligence in meeting all the programme requirements, including the necessary paperwork. This year, six students have been awarded Gold Status for excellence in the workplace: Jobah Howell (Year 12 Cameron House), James Fox-Slater and Jayden Travers (Year 12 Keys House), and Lewis Abbey, Fletcher Cremasco and Jacob Lane (Year 11 Keys House).
Whilst the INSTEP pathway provides the opportunity to try a number of different career options over one or two years, the end goal for many students is the attainment of an apprenticeship or on-going work in their chosen profession. This year a number of students have been successful in gaining an apprenticeship that will commence in 2016, all as a direct result of work placements or TAFE Certificate courses.
While most of the Year 11 students and a few of the Year 12 students attended work placements, a larger number of students in both Years 11 and 12 are enrolling in certificate courses in their chosen industry area. This year, eleven students completed Certificate IV in Business and three completed a Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology.
Thanks to the ongoing support of the many businesses that accept our students into their workplaces, the INSTEP pathway continues to provide suitable experiences that encourage the boys to pursue a career in something they enjoy. Mr Aaron Gale Workplace Learning Coordinator
BACK ROW:
Lachlan Gibson, Austin Gear, Maclean Phillips, Folau Penaia, Oliver Eastland, William Glass, Christian Francois
THIRD ROW:
Michael Jovanovich, Lachlan Earle, James Fox-Slater, Oliver Frey, Lucas Baker, Jayden Travers, Peter Matthews, Tre Toigo
SECOND ROW: Lachlan Stokes, Bryce Holland, Fletcher Cremasco, Harrison Pluschke, Alistair Dolton, Eric Gibson, Braden Retallack, Khysom Umbagai FRONT ROW:
Jacob Lane, Todd Retallack, Lewis Abbey, Mr Aaron Gale, Saxon Read, David Bott, Thomas Keamy
ABSENT:
Jethro Devenish, Dylan Grant, Jobah Howell, Angus McConkey, Matthew McDonald, Jordan Wilhelm
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LIBRARY This year has been particularly busy with the full operation of the new Junior Middle Library and the introduction of a new silent study space in the Senior Library. To have such fantastic facilities for the students at Scotch has meant that in 2015 and into 2016 we are able to continue our efforts to improve our offerings to the entire community. Senior Library – Miss Kate Flowers In the Senior Library, we have been busy creating new web-based research guides to assist students with locating resources for many of their assignments. These guides include both text and rich media resources in order to convey information in a variety of ways and allow all of the boys to engage with the topic. Additionally, we have been differentiating the resources in the guides according to a resource key, which allows the boys to select the resources that are most suited to their reading and comprehension levels. The Information Research Specialists have also been heavily involved in integrating ICT into subject-specific assessments, focusing on the Individuals and Societies, and English learning areas; the whole Year 9 cohort have created infographics, iBooks and websites to convey their learning about the formation of states, food security and globalisation. In Spring Term we also updated the Scotch referencing style to APA 6th Edition and teaching students the new format has been taking place in classes throughout the term. Pan Macmillan Australia came to an agreement with Overdrive at the start of Winter Term, which means we now have access to eBooks by some of the boys’ favourite Australian authors including Andy Griffiths and Matthew Reilly. The eBook and audiobook records have also been integrated with the library catalogue so when boys search for a title or author they will now be able to see the book’s availability in all formats. Two major changes will be taking place in the Senior Library in 2016. Firstly, the non-fiction print book collection will be moving to an on-demand storage location in order to free
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up floor space in our very busy library. Books will be brought up to the library when they are required for specific assessments and the boys can ask library staff to retrieve other titles at any time. Secondly, an international openmindedness wall will be set up to expose the boys to a range of perspectives in the reporting of news and current affairs. The wall will consist of multiple televisions screening programmes from around the world with sets of headphones linked to each television so the boys can listen to the reports in the native language. Middle School Library – Mrs Jennifer Lightfoot In the first year of being open, the Junior Middle Library has played an integral role in improving our boys’ access to quality books and technology. A dramatic increase in the size of our collection, as well as providing a more dynamic environment, has led the boys to discover better reading materials for learning and pleasure. This year we have also expanded our Thinkers and Tinkers programme, introducing 3D printers, Arduinos and Circuit Stickers in addition to the Little Bits and Makey Makey kits from last year. A lunchtime demonstration of the Samsung Oculus virtual reality goggles was a particular highlight of the year. Our boys are now able to create their own knowledge rather than passively consume it. As we reflect on our first year as a joint library, we are excited about the possibilities and opportunities for next year. Junior School Library – Mrs Kathryn Salt The Junior School boys have had a fabulous year in the new space, enjoying the sheer
vastness and the increased size of the collection. The beginning of Autumn Term saw staff changes as Mr Norman took on the role of Dean of Teaching and Learning in the Junior School and Mrs Salt came down from the Senior Library to focus on literature enrichment and reading. Mrs Horne, also from the Senior School, joined Mrs Salt along with a new staff member, Mrs Murdoch. As always, Book Week in August was a highlight of the library calendar with the annual Book Week Parade giving boys the opportunity to dress up as their favourite book character and be entertained by a pantomime of Marcia Vaughan’s Australian classic Wombat Stew, performed by the Junior School staff and starring our own valiant leader, Mr Stewart. The Junior School use of online library resources for their units of inquiry has also been very successful and will continue to grow in 2016 with the introduction of World Book to complement the current use of Britannica. As we look forward to 2016 each of the spaces will continue to work together but an emphasis on creating engaging programmes and closer connections to PLC will be highlighted. In some cases programmes will not be linked directly to curriculum but will be more organic in their origin to ascertain their application in the curriculum. The importance of this creative thinking, unrestricted by the curriculum, will be a cornerstone of 2016 as we explore ideas such as entrepreneurship and international open-mindedness. Mr Bradley Tyrrell Head of Library, Information and Research Services
Mock Trials The 2015 Mock Trials campaign saw three Scotch teams compete, mixing it as aspiring lawyers in trials against schools from all over Perth. The Mock Trials competition allows high school students to compete in simulated criminal and civil trials, developing skills in advocacy, critical thinking, public speaking and teamwork. Boys taking part in the programme take on a variety of roles, from barristers to witnesses and solicitors to court officials. Scotch teams competed strongly this year aided by the assistance of Patrick Mackenzie, a Law student from UWA. The Year 10 team grew a great deal through the season and recorded a solid victory in their final round. Sidharth Bhargavan and Bailey van der Zanden were notable performers across the season, and Kerry Miller brought great energy and initiative to the team. Sidharth’s cross-examination performances were clinical and unrelenting. The Scotch Year 11 team were finals bound but for a loss on technical grounds in one trial. They performed superbly, led by a core group of James Naylor-Pratt, doubling as a deadly barrister and a wily witness in various trials, Peter Cooke, Alec Garkaklis and James Warne. They will be positioned well to compete for a
place in the finals in the coming year and are already beginning preparations for an assault on the trophy. The Scotch Year 12 group featured an enthusiastic set of boys, led by Mark Barwood, and they were unlucky to miss out on a place in the finals. But for an unfortunate loss to sister school Presbyterian Ladies’ College, where Scotch’s witnesses and barristers were skewered by some theatrical and controversial performances, the season could have been so much more. Nevertheless, the boys contributed helpfully to the other teams and have established a strong platform for future Scotch campaigns.
THE YEAR 10 TEAM GREW A GREAT DEAL THROUGH THE SEASON AND RECORDED A SOLID VICTORY IN THEIR FINAL ROUND.
William Goyder, McCarthy Hanlin and Jarrod Pyne
BACK ROW:
Charles Mills, James Naylor-Pratt, Bailey van der Zanden, Joel Barnden, James Warne, Ben Webster, James Hollingsworth, Thomas Krantz, Philip Singh, Mr Brendan Zani
FRONT ROW:
Sidharth Bhargavan, Aaron Salter, Jarrod Pyne, McCarthy Hanlin, Mark Barwood, William Goyder, Samuel Zani, Drummond Orr
ABSENT:
Hamish Anderson, Andrew Burvill, Luke Henderson, Michael Kailis, Harry O’Donnell
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Student COUNCIL Poet Mattie Stepanek once said, “When there is teamwork and collaboration, wonderful things can be achieved.” With this in mind, it is with great confidence that I can say that 2015 was a remarkably successful year for the College’s Student Council. From the outset, we immediately committed ourselves to redefining the image of the group, which has become associated solely with organising the School’s quarterly free dress days. Whilst these events are certainly vital in raising awareness for pertinent issues and causes in our community, it is also the role of the Council to continue to develop and foster a positive learning environment within the School, by serving as the School’s student governing body. Within the first weeks of the first term of the academic year, the Council was already hard at work, taking time outside of school hours to brainstorm and collate possible propositions
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that we could put forward to the School Executive. Members of the Council took it upon themselves to collaborate with one another in the writing of these, in order to ensure they targeted our aims. These proposals included reducing canteen prices, replacing the Senior School’s water fountains, and a change to the Year 12 Physical Recreation classes. On the whole, these proposals were received well by the College. Although we were unable to alter the canteen prices due to powers beyond our control, we are hopeful that the thorough research conducted by members of the Council can be put to good use in years to come. However, we were successful in our efforts to alter the structure of the Year 12 timetable, with the Executive looking to implement our proposed change of the replacement of one of the two Physical Recreation periods with an extra study period, at the request of the students. The pinnacle of the Council’s success came with the successful installation of brand new water fountains for the College. It was the view of the Council that the state of the current drinking water facilities was well under par. After a successful presentation by Poom Areecharoenlert and Ben Piercey to the Parents’ Association, the Council was granted $15,000 for the purchase of five new units, which were
installed in November 2015. This was significant in proving to the students that we as a Council were serious about improving the quality of the learning environment at Scotch. As always, we conducted four free dress days throughout the year and the funds were donated to St Patrick’s Community Support Centre in Fremantle, Radio Lollipop of Princess Margaret Hospital, Motor Neuron Disease Australia and Alzheimer’s Australia. In an attempt to liven up the atmosphere of the day and make it more of an event, we decided to introduce a lip-syncing competition to complement the sausage sizzle held at lunchtime. The competitions were a massive success and received a great reception from the boys. This year could not have been so successful without the fantastic contribution made by all Council members, as well as the guidance and advice of our Teacher in Charge, Mr Ryan Foster. I wish the 2016 Student Council all the best under the leadership of James Naylor-Pratt, and hope they can continue to establish the important place of the Council within the School. William Goyder Head of Student Council
Boarders’ Council BACK ROW:
Mr Grant Bennett, Matthew Inman, Hunter Stretch, Mr Marcus Wilkinson
FRONT ROW:
Benjamin Piercey, James Fox-Slater, Charles Forrester, Harry Sinclair, Unn Areecharoenlert
ABSENT:
Benjamin Miller
Student Council BACK ROW:
Unn Areecharoenlert, Sebastian Bentley, James Trench, Mr Ryan Foster, Hugo Palmer, Alexander Markwell, Samuel Owen
FRONT ROW:
Lochlan Farrell, Benjamin Piercey, William Goyder, Samuel Wilson, David Honey, Joshua Parker
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SUSTAINABILITY Our College’s core values call on us to act with integrity, to serve and to be stewards. The importance of these three values can be found at the heart of sustainability at Scotch. Many Bible verses describe the beauty of God’s creation and His relationship to it. It is our scriptural and therefore moral duty to exercise sound principles of stewardship over the earth.
As a College it is our role to provide opportunities for our boys to not only hear about the importance of sustainability, but to be called to act in ways that educate them within meaningful and age appropriate experiences so as to engender a genuine understanding and desire to become stewards of their future. Throughout 2015 many initiatives and activities took place across grounds and maintenance, and across our three sub-schools. Grounds and Maintenance In all new work our electrical fittings have been upgraded to LED flat panel, strips or tubes. These will reduce power consumption and should have paid for themselves in around five years. We are also replacing the globes in existing fittings for the LED equivalent wherever possible. On the oval we have sunk an underground holding vessel into the ground adjacent to every pumping station to store most of our fertilisers and wetting agent for the ovals; when we water the ovals at night these are fed out in a drip format to the water. This should enable us to make a 25% saving as opposed to using the tractor. Sprinklers have also been changed to run on a lower PSI to give the same speed; this is helping to reduce power costs. All sprinklers have been changed to a two-wire electrical operation thus enabling us to monitor all stations from home and shut down problem areas so that we do not waste water. The system works over our own WiFi and connects to the mobile or iPad of our staff. We have introduced GPS to the tractors; this enables us to make a saving of up to 30% on overspray when we apply liquids and feed to the ovals. A GPS line marker has been integrated for the ground marking for all sports. This technology enables us to use less line marker because we are more accurate, thus saving on manpower. The size of our grounds and maintenance operation means it is vital to look for environmental solutions in the work carried out across the whole College. Junior School While sustainability is seen as a whole of Junior School focus, a Sustainability Club operates each term and is made up of boys
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who consciously join the Club. Some of the key activities were: • Recycling awareness (emphasis on correct placement of rubbish/ recycling into the provided bins) • Recycling bins have been positioned in each of the classrooms • A Waste Free Lunch was implemented in Spring Term • Scrap buckets were implemented for all compostable food scraps Middle School The focus in Middle School is the need for alternative sources of energy. The teachers and boys investigated different sources of sustainable energy in iLearn and the advantages and disadvantages of each. At a local level the boys continued to re-vegetate the surrounds of Lake Claremont through our association with the Friends of Lake Claremont (FOLC) Committee. Our boys also looked at global differences in access to food and water in iLearn, including: • food security issues and causes • the precious nature of water • problems associated with a lack of water or sanitation • how much water you use • how you might change the way you think about or use water Finally, the Outdoor Education programme and the trip to Lancelin focused on looking after the environmental surrounds, whether one is a resident or a visitor to a place. Senior School The Year 10s continued to work on their sustainable housing design inquiry. David Beyer (Active Sustainability) presented a series of workshops to students within each rotation; these presentations are based on sustainable urban design principles. We are continuing to pursue a joint project with the Town of Claremont that involves setting up a partnership to expand our school gardens. This involves the provision of personnel who will work with students on managing what could become a significant project.
Our students continue to visit Perth City Farm in Year 12 Geography; this is now a major community garden with business links. Mr David Kyle and his student teacher, Kendall Schreber, designed a great food security activity whereby students had to buy food using set budget. They went down to Coles, bought the food and analysed its nutritional value and sustenance. Costings were also considered. Guest speakers have also been engaged for the Year 9 boys addressing food gardens being established within North West indigenous communities. Our Year 11 students visited the Year 7 classrooms to deliver presentations on sustainable living and housing. Our students maintained a very strong presence within the FOLC Committee; regular attendance and support at the local busy bees was well received. One of the major FOLC support activities was a joint venture with our sister school PLC. This involved over 70 students, mainly Year 12s, participating in a weeding assault on the lake’s surrounds; this was followed by a barbecue and a movie on environmental care. The Year 12 students also visited our Years 2 and 4 classes to present on the topic of recycling. One of the more notable questions received from a Junior student, was, “Hugh, can you recycle a human?” As well as all of the activities outlined, the College continues to support a number of environmental gardens and our Junior and Middle Schools continue to oversee the safe and efficient running of the College’s free-range chicken enclosure. In closing I would like to thank the many staff that continue to work with our boys to promote the value of having a focus on environmental and sustainability issues. In particular, I would like to acknowledge members of our Environment Committee for their focus and drive: Bailey Banfield (Chair), Louis Taylor, James Trench, Hugh Whitewood, George Boulden, James MacKinnon, Alistair Cadee, Connor Callender-Maher, Will Siebert, Fraser Bullied and Sam Martin. We look forward to growing our programme, ensuring that one of the College’s three core values, stewardship, will be addressed through the work we do across the whole College. Dr Alec O’Connell
UN YOUTH UN Youth is the largest youth-run organisation in Australia. It aims to educate and inform young Australians of global issues through a variety of group and individual competitions. UN Youth hosts three main competitions throughout the year, and many more non-competitive activities. This year Scotch competed in the Evatt Trophy and the Voice WA competition, and attended the State Conference forum. The State Conference centred on the theme “Fighting the Good Fight – Gender Equality in the 21st Century”. It offered a fun, yet challenging, introduction to international affairs, diplomacy and the operations of the United Nations. Scotch boys engaged in educational workshops, listened to expert speakers, participated in problem solving
simulations and had their voices heard in discussions on the issues most important to them. The theme for the 2016 State Conference is “Striving for Change: Indigenous Rights, Equality and Reconciliation”. The Evatt Trophy is UN Youth WA’s premiere event. In pairs, students must adopt the role of one of the countries on the UN Security Council. This year Scotch produced four teams comprising James Naylor-Pratt, Drummond Orr, Flynn Robertson, Charlie Mills, Aaron Salter, Bailey Banfield, Thomas Truscott, Alistair Smith, Robbie Packer and Joshua Bennett. These boys represented one of the fifteen countries sitting on the Council, researching their countries and their position on world affairs. The boys prepared positions on two resolutions, opted to speak for or against the resolution and voted to pass or reject resolutions. They engaged with other countries’ perspectives, explored global issues and developed their skills in public speaking, negotiating and diplomacy. The Evatt Trophy is a great experience for boys in Years 9
to 12, providing an engaging and challenging forum for budding global citizens. Our Voice WA 2014 winner, Charlie Mills (Year 11, Stuart House), flew to the UN Youth Voice National Finals competition in Sydney in April, where he competed strongly among an exemplary field after sacrificing his place on the NIDA Tour to take part. The UN Youth Voice competition gives students a choice of global issues upon which to speak. Junior competitors speak for four minutes and seniors for five, addressing the problem presented and introducing a solution that aims to improve, and hopefully solve, the issue with which they are faced. Charlie spoke on strategies to address the wellbeing of developing nations, exploring the role of education in raising living standards. UN Youth WA offers an opportunity for enthusiastic students to engage with the world around them. Mr Brendan Zani
LEFT TO RIGHT: James Naylor-Pratt, Alistair Cadee, Rahuul Prasad, Mr Brendan Zani, Charles Mills, Jarrod Pyne
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Music Report A variety of performances over Summer Term highlighted the assortment of musical opportunities on offer at the College. The Jazz Combo performed at the Men’s Shed in Mosman Park and for the Fremantle Jazz Society at the Navy Club, displaying the way in which music can involve students in the wider community. The Studio Orchestra also performed admirably for the wider Scotch College community as part of Open Day in the Dickinson Centre to welcome prospective families onto the campus. The musicians of the Combined Symphony Orchestra performed the popular “Pirates of the Caribbean” theme at the Senior School assembly, a great warm-up for their Saturday performance in March as guests of PLC at the Quarry Amphitheatre on Reabold Hill. The boys who work with their PLC counterparts as part of the Combined Vocal Ensemble also performed at the PLC Proms Concert. To conclude Summer Term, boys from almost every year level worked with renowned musician and television personality Jonathan Welch as part of a massed choir. Building on this great sound, the Middle School vocalists and the Scotch Youth Voices performed with guest Andrew Winton in Perth City on the Wetlands Stage as part of the premier event of the KickstART Festival of WA and then again at the Fairbridge Folk Festival. Another fantastic opportunity for Music students was the creation of the Perth Symphony Orchestra Education Programme, generously supported by the Parents’
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Association. This programme enabled PSO professional musicians to participate in ensemble rehearsals, to play alongside the boys and guide them by example and with advice. Master classes were also presented to pianists and participatory concerts were given to Junior School boys. PSO members performed on stage with the Junior and Middle School Ensembles at the end of year Concert. The Vocals Showcase was an intimate recital-style performance. Several vocal students performed along with the Combined Vocal Ensemble, the Senior Vocal Ensemble and the Scotch Vox jazz vocal ensemble. Selected boys from the Middle School Scotch Youth Voices joined the Senior boys for a rendition of the Beatles song “Happy Together” to complete the concert. The Junior and Middle Schools presented their Autumn Concert that involved a range of ensembles and the very first performance of the brand new Middle School Concert Band. Jazz Night saw the Dickinson Centre transformed into a darkened Jazz Club by the parents of FOSM (Friends of Scotch Music). The theme was “Soul Train”, three Big Bands performed (Stage Band, Big Band and the Jazz Ensemble) and the Jazz Combo also enthused the crowd. The festive dance vibe continued with the Staff/Student/Guest Big Band playing out the night, featuring William Goyder and Harry Adler on vocals. The Jazz Ensembles and the Combined Symphony Orchestra participated in the 2015
WA Schools’ Festival held at Churchlands Senior High School and Carey College. All groups performed brilliantly during the day. A small number of prizes were given to performers including seven section awards (i.e. rhythm section, saxophone section, etc.) to recognise outstanding musicianship during the festival. Scotch College ensembles were awarded two of these prizes with the Stage Band saxophone section and the Jazz Ensemble trumpet section both being awarded citations of excellence and a “section award”. The Combined Symphony Orchestra performance at Churchlands Senior High School during the same Sunday afternoon was awarded the highest result of “Outstanding”. A few weeks later the Senior Guitar Ensemble performed two pieces at the WA International Classical Guitar Ensemble Festival, receiving great feedback. Autumn Term concluded with performances in the Middle School as part of the Middle School Building’s Opening Ceremony. Captain of Music, Stuart McCowan, also presented a Solo Recital of Jazz Piano repertoire in the Dickinson Centre, professionally accompanied by a rhythm section. Winter Term commenced with the Upson Award and Senior Recital Performance given by Years 11 and 12 students. Many fine performances were presented and after much deliberation by the adjudicators, Vaughan Chin was presented with the Upson Award Trophy for Musical Excellence.
In August, the String musicians presented their annual String Showcase “Con Brio”. The concert opened with a Tango followed by Matthia Au’s stunning performance of “The Flight of the Bumble Bee”. This was followed by Vaughan Chin’s virtuosic solo performance on the saxophone with the Senior String Orchestra in Richard Percival’s “Sicilienne”. One of the highlights of the concert was guest Bonnie de la Hunty’s singing of Rachmaninoff’s “Vocalise”. Her brother, Hamish de la Hunty, together with Adrian Khoo accompanied her in this stunning arrangement. Yarlalu Thomas, Charlie Thomas and Oliver Scott-Morey also played with the Year 12 String Quartet. It was a special moment when Yarlalu shared with the audience that his didgeridoo was handed down from his grandfather who played it in traditional ceremonies. The whole ensemble gave a special performance of “Galbammindji” especially composed for NAIDOC Week. The following week, the Concert Band Showcase was presented in the Dickinson Centre. This Showcase enabled the Senior Concert Band to present a programme of music that has been developed throughout the year. The Middle School Concert Band also performed well. The month of September began with a two-day Junior and Middle School Music Rehearsal Camp, held on campus this year to maximise rehearsals with a minimal amount of interruption to the traditional
school routine. Over 150 boys participated in the camp that culminated in workshops and a performance by Adam Hall and his band. A highlight of the year was the Senior Spring Concert presented on Friday 11 September. This concert showcased all of the Senior ensembles that rehearse diligently each week and it was a great opportunity to thank and farewell the senior musicians who have given so much of their time and energy to the musical life of the school. The audience was treated to the Combined Symphony Orchestra performing “The Lord of the Dance”, followed by the Combined Vocal Ensemble performing “Butterfly and Nine Hundred Miles”. The programme continued with performances by Scotch Vox, the Senior Guitar Ensemble and the Senior String Orchestra, with a special performance by the Senior Vocal Ensemble that was joined on stage by singers from the University of Western Australia with their Director, Mr Andrew Foote. The concert concluded with two pieces performed by the Senior Concert Band, which were interspersed by thanks and congratulations given to the leaving Year 12 musicians. Special commendations were given to many boys with special awards given to Vaughan Chin, Liam Bayly, Will Goyder, David Honey, Hamish de la Hunty, Connor Henderson, Mac Hanlin, Mark Barwood and Stuart McCowan. Stuart McCowan was awarded the 2015 Old Scotch Collegians Music Medal for his contribution to
the musical life of the College. Performances continued on Sunday 13 September with the two Combined Ensembles performing as guests of Presbyterian Ladies’ College at the Perth Concert Hall as part of the PLC Centenary Concert. Sunday’s performance concluded Arts Week with a range of performances presented at lunchtime in the Senior School. The last traditional performance of the year was the Junior and Middle School End of Year Concert. All boys performed exceptionally well and it was great to hear the ongoing development of the Middle School Ensembles. As the school year draws to a close, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Friends of Scotch Music (FOSM) for their support of their sons and the Music programme throughout the year. A special thank you to all Music teachers and Ensemble directors for their enthusiasm, diligence and courage to create a multitude of inspirational musical experiences. My thanks also to Stuart McCowan who has fulfilled the role of Music Captain expertly this year. To the students who are partway along their musical journey, enjoy every moment. And to the graduating class of 2015, all the very best for your future endeavours. I am sure that you will reflect on your musical experiences at Scotch College with fondness and please remember that you are always welcome to return and play along! Mr Coughlan and Stuart McCowan Head of Music and Captain of Music
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Big Band BACK ROW:
Vaughan Chin, Connor Arnold, David Graham, Patrick Carlton, Ilerioluwakiiti Abimibola, Tristan Lee, Stuart McCowan, Harrison Nicholls
FRONT ROW:
Charles Mills, Joseph Gardam, Harry Adler, Connor Gilbert, Samuel Devine, Andrew Orvis, Liam Seagreen
ABSENT:
Mr Graeme Bell, Mr Adrian Hicks, Andre Avila, Andrew Burvill
Elementary Guitar Ensemble LEFT TO RIGHT: Benjamin Flynn, Callum Loughnane, Ms Candice Balic, Isaac Smith
Jazz Combo LEFT TO RIGHT: Harrison Nicholls, Joseph Gardam, Stuart McCowan, Timothy Oe, William Goyder, Harry Adler ABSENT:
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Mr Garry Lee, Ebunoluwa Daramola
Jazz Ensemble BACK ROW:
Nathan Schaff, Angus Warman, Vaughan Chin, Toby O’Keeffe, Charles Barblett, Patrick Carlton, Stuart McCowan, Hugo Akindele-Obe, William Goyder
FRONT ROW:
Nicholas Clarnette, Timothy Oe, Darcy Frazer, Mr Tim Simpson, Harrison Nicholls, William Harkins, Nathan Frazier
ABSENT:
Joseph Banks, Ebunoluwa Daramola, Lachlan Mackenzie, Prentice Shepherd, Matthew Simich
Junior School Guitar Ensemble BACK ROW:
Julien Montandon, Cooper Stanley, Mr Rob Spence, Jack Frazer, Matthew Coutts
FRONT ROW:
Thomas Ruefli, Codi Cook, James Cowan, Thomas Simich
Junior School String Orchestra BACK ROW:
Lucas Woolf, Oliver Seitchik, Chase Fenton, Arnaud McVicker, Reilly Gastevich, Jack Cook, Gabriel Huberman, Derek Byrne
MIDDLE ROW:
Matthew Graham, Thomas Harris, Xuanshi Li, Mikhael Djauhari, Ms Ibolya Mikajlo, Winston Kwan, Nathan Liu, Chen Yu Wang, Jonathan Groom
FRONT ROW:
Ryan Shine, Alasdair Orr, Alexander Dore, Ryo Hiraiwa, Matthew Philpott, Alexios-Ilias Panagodimos, Alexander Macfarlane-Grieve, William Mahaffy
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Junior School Vocal Ensemble BACK ROW:
Kyle de Bruin, Nicolas Langsford, Thomas Byass, Jack Frazer, Harry Jenour, Julius Kain, Mitchell Hyde
THIRD ROW:
Ryo Hiraiwa, James Cowan, Noah Lewis, Gabriel Huberman, Arnaud McVicker, Jack Cook, Alexander Dore, Alasdair Orr
SECOND ROW: Matthew Graham, Thomas Lambo, Chen Yu Wang, Harry Dean, Miss Phebe Samson, Nathaniel Mooney, Jonathan Groom, Nathan Liu, Calum Cameron FRONT ROW:
Alexios-Ilias Panagodimos, Isaak Ventouras, James Spadanuda, Callum Fairweather, Charles Bowles, Alexander Macfarlane-Grieve, Thomas Corrie, Joseph Chegwidden
Middle School Concert Band BACK ROW:
Oskar Beadell, Digby Few, Joshua Croker, Coen Miller, Alexander van Hoek, Hamish Watson, Charlton Thomas, Max Douglas, Charles Wackett
THIRD ROW:
Joshua O’Dea, Thomas Earnshaw, Harry Pasich, Lachlan Pyne, Giancarlo Kain, Enyeto Ingrilli, Rory Bruce, Titouan Moreau, Lewis Orr, Randall Starling
SECOND ROW: Mrs Suzanne Wydra, Achille Aubault, Mitchell Anstiss, Jack Baker, Arun Tibballs, Jack Taylor, Alexander Aakermann, Benjamin Williams, Harry Peden, Mr David Coughlan FRONT ROW:
Sean Logan, Ethan Lamb, George Lewin, Stuart Stirling, Lachlan Bowen, Adam Darley, Aidan Matthews, Jake Scott-Hill, William van Uffelen, Timothy Carter
ABSENT:
Charlie Bevan
Middle School Orchestra BACK ROW:
Timothy Fleay, David Stulpner, William Moffat-Clarke, Joshua Law, Ricardo Holder, Rex French, William Gagen
THIRD ROW:
Nathaniel Kailis, Hamish Meston, Julius Kain, Xavier Dry, Alexander Russell-Weisz, Mawson Barr-Willans, Declan Reilly, Gianluca Mastrocinque
SECOND ROW: David Winton, Harry Frodsham, Benjamin Breden, Emanuel Radici, Mr David Coughlan, Paras Patel, Ronan Cameron, Ronald Fellows-Smith, Codi Cook
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FRONT ROW:
Lachlan Hyndes, Lachlan Bowen, Julien Montandon, Alexander Kennedy, Jasper Mirmikidis, Sean Rimmer, Matthew Kerfoot
ABSENT:
Jensen Blok, Charlie Radici, Charlie Bevan
Middle Years Chamber Ensemble BACK ROW:
Rex French, Liam Newport, Ms Ibolya Mikajlo, Callum Griffiths, Joshua Law
FRONT ROW:
Lachlan Hyndes, David Stulpner, William Gagen, Xavier Dry
Middle Years Guitar Ensemble BACK ROW:
Benjamin Ledger, Ronald Fellows-Smith, Liam Blok, Blair Bayly, Jack Adams, Jack Banfield, Enyeto Ingrilli, Luca La Ferla
MIDDLE ROW:
James Crawford, Zavier McGillivray, Ryan Benney, Lewis Miller, Mr Rob Spence, James Deykin, Archie Frazer, Ivan Munoz Morillo, Nicholas Paganin
FRONT ROW:
Camden LeFevre, Heath Muller, William Hannaford, Cormac Taylor, Caleb Evans, Alex Chew, Leo Bowles, Mathew Crook
Scotch Vox BACK ROW:
Rohan Dick, Thomas Krantz, Harrison Broun, Oliver Scott-Morey
FRONT ROW:
Nicholas Clarnette, Angus Warman, Mrs Suzanne Wydra, William Goyder, Timothy Oe
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Scotch Youth Voices BACK ROW:
Liam Blok, Oskar Beadell, Giancarlo Kain, David Winton, Lachlan Duddy, Jack Adams, Digby Few, Sebastian Wright, Jack Banfield, Lewis Orr
FOURTH ROW:
Pearson Chambel, Ashley Edgar, Gregory McVicker, Joshua Nicholson, Archie Frazer, George Graham, Enyeto Ingrilli, Nicholas Gower, William Smith-Gander, Christiaan Buys, Canyon Mannikko, Milan Narula
THIRD ROW:
Mr Adrian Khoo, Dylan Palmer, Samuel Bennett, Nicholas Vriezen, Lukyan Kalugin, Max Jones, Conrad Forrest, Lewis Miller, Jacob Lewis, Thomas Lynch, Adam Darley, Archibald Hoddinott, Jolyon Harrison-Murray, Mrs Jennifer Sullivan
SECOND ROW: Ethan Lamb, Aidan Matthews, Max Shervington, Nikolas Gajdatsy, Jasper Mirmikidis, Timothy Carter, Massimiliano Ricci, David Stulpner, Theodore Smith, Lachlan Hyndes, Alexander Hill FRONT ROW:
Hayden Browne, Matthew Kerfoot, Declan Reilly, Joshua Galvin, Mawson Barr-Willans, Patrick Latchem, Jasper Blunt, Emanuel Radici
ABSENT:
Jack Orvis
Senior Chamber Ensemble LEFT TO RIGHT: Curtis Schaff, Matthia Au, Lewis Weeda, Ms Sarina Li, Campbell Millar, Luke Henderson, Jordan Bowling
Senior Concert Band BACK ROW:
Harrison Broun, Thomas Krantz, Mark Barwood, Tristan Barrow, Charles Barblett, Toby O’Keeffe, Aren Leishman, Elliott Buzza
THIRD ROW:
Andrew Orvis, Michael Hawkins, Vaughan Chin, Nathan Schaff, Hugo Akindele-Obe, Lewis Weeda, Jefferson Lee, Callum Purvis, Bryson Lee
SECOND ROW: Mr Tim Simpson, Frans Buys, Darcy Frazer, Charles Mills, Mr David Coughlan, William Harkins, Ryan Hodgetts, Nicholas Clarnette, Mrs Suzanne Wydra
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FRONT ROW:
Kerry Miller, Thomas Reymert, Sachio Ingrilli, Beau Hewitt, William Wiese, Nathan Frazier, Oliver Broun, Charles Usher
ABSENT:
Jack Logan, Andrew Burvill, Patrick Carlton, Max Hollingsworth, Lachlan Mackenzie, Nicolas Rogers, Prentice Shepherd, Richard van Uffelen
Senior Guitar Ensemble BACK ROW:
Bayley Messina, Matthew Simich, Nicholas Pierson, Jefferson Lee, Latre Harrison, Timothy Oe
FRONT ROW:
Jordan Bowling, Brendan Thomson, Mr Rob Spence, Liam Bayly, Cole Walker
Senior Percussion Ensemble LEFT TO RIGHT: Harry Brown, Jack Couzens, Mr Gordon Ryder, Aaron Lamb, Campbell McCracken ABSENT:
Nicholas Ryding
Senior String Orchestra BACK ROW:
Jarrod Pyne, Lewis Weeda, Frank Lee, Hamish de la Hunty, Stuart McCowan, Vaughan Chin, Campbell Millar
MIDDLE ROW:
James Richards-Adlam, Luke Henderson, Jordan Bowling, Curtis Schaff, Callum Griffiths, Matthew Gagen, Connor Henderson, Benjamin Anderson
FRONT ROW:
Matthia Au, Ronald Fellows-Smith, McCarthy Hanlin, Ms Ibolya Mikajlo, Liam Newport, Samuel Zani, Dominic Vivian
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Senior Vocal Ensemble BACK ROW:
Angus Warman, Rohan Dick, Ilerioluwakiiti Abimibola, Thomas Krantz, Harrison Broun, Oliver Scott-Morey
MIDDLE ROW:
Matthia Au, Joseph Banks, William Goyder, Mrs Jennifer Sullivan, Lewis Weeda, Harry Adler, Nicholas Clarnette
FRONT ROW:
Thomas Lewin, Sidharth Bhargavan, Allwin Parker, Jack Carrington, Oliver Broun, Nicolas Rogers
Stage Band BACK ROW:
Frans Buys, Darcy Frazer, Charles Usher, Nicholas Pierson, Nicholas Clarnette, Benjamin Anderson
FRONT ROW:
Thomas Earnshaw, Thomas Reymert, Ryan Hodgetts, Mr Tim Simpson, William Wiese, Harry Pasich, Jack Taylor
ABSENT:
Samuel Joyner
Year 12 String Quartet LEFT TO RIGHT: Connor Henderson, Hamish de la Hunty, Ms Ibolya Mikajlo, McCarthy Hanlin, Vaughan Chin
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Pipe Band 2015 was an extremely successful year for the Pipe Band as we played at a high standard throughout the year. 2015 also marked the Band’s return to competitions and, of course, the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. After farewelling the leaving Year 12s at March Out, the A-team started preparation for several performances during Spring Term including Orientation Day, the Subiaco Craft Fair, the Duke of Edinburgh and Pinnacle Awards at Crown, and Tim’s Ride. Upon return in Summer Term, the full Band performed well at its first major event of the year, Open Day. With only a few weeks to go before the PLC All Schools and State Pipe Band Championships, those involved began attending numerous rehearsals each week. The competitions were extremely successful with the Band winning four out of five awards at the PLC competition (including overall winners), and taking out the State Juvenile Pipe Band title at the State Championships. Drum Major Marshall Barrymore also won the Drum Major’s flourish at both events, finishing off an incredibly successful weekend. Autumn Term would prove to be just as busy with the Year 10s performing at the Cockburn
Anzac Youth Parade. This was followed by the full Band performing with the PLC Pipe Band at the combined Scotch and PLC Anzac Service and during the Anzac Day Street Parade in the city, a momentous occasion to be a part of in the Anzac centenary year. With the competitions over, auditions for places on the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo Pipe Band Tour started to take place with rehearsals following soon after. On top of this, rehearsals for the Band’s second concert and for the annual Athletics Day performance made for a very busy term. The concert was again a huge success and is something I hope will become a tradition for the Pipe Band going forward. The commencement of Winter Term left less than a week to prepare for the Tattoo whilst also continuing preparations for Athletics Day. The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is the largest and most prestigious event of its kind in the world and 2015 marks the first year Scotch College has participated. Seen by a live audience of up to two hundred thousand and a television audience that is projected to reach one billion, this event is undeniably the biggest undertaking by the Scotch College Pipe Band. The trip consisted
of one month of gruelling rehearsals and 27 live performances in front of Edinburgh Castle and it was an experience that none of us will ever forget. While we were in Edinburgh, the boys back in Perth continued to prepare for Athletics Day; I would personally like to thank everyone involved in the Athletics Day performance for their work during this time. With a motivated and talented group of younger pipers and drummers coming through, I wish all of the Band members and 2016 leaders the best of luck going forward into what I am sure will be another successful and productive year. Special thanks must go to: Mr de Grussa, for his continued hard work in the Middle School Programme and for looking after the Band during the Tattoo; the parents’ support group, without whose support we could not function; and Mr Bailey and Mr Hamilton, whose hard work and commitment to the Band are what make all of this possible. Finally I would like to thank my fellow leaving Year 12s for what has been an amazing year, and I wish you all the best for the future. Dylan Flecker Pipe Major
BACK ROW:
Elias Grimes, Cooper Ehlers, Raghav Khanna, Benjamin Wright, Thomas Krantz, William Regan, Charles Barblett, Toby O’Keeffe, Flynn Taylor, Riley Smith, Noah Fry, Sam Perrignon
FOURTH ROW:
Timothy Sewell, Curtis Schaff, Nathan Schaff, Lucas Sheridan, Ethan Cassidy, Mitchell Clarke, Christopher Watts, Callum Jacobsen, Rhys Williams, Jack Hamill, Harry O’Donnell, Madoc Hill, Alistair Murray
THIRD ROW:
Ryan Hodgetts, Jack Couzens, Harrison Tesser, Drummond Orr, Lewis Weeda, Michael Baker, Abraham Potter, Hamish Sheridan, James Schweizer, Antonio Baxter, Hamish McLean, William Allen, Thomas White, Connor Meerwald
SECOND ROW: Simon Ferreira, William Cusack, Rory Walker, Finn Hombergen, David MacKinnon, Graeme Stewart, Jack Nalty, Sachio Ingrilli, Luke Henderson FRONT ROW:
Ahmik Mallawarachi, Lachlan Duke, Hayden Donnelly, Charles Tesser, David Graham, Dylan Flecker, Mr Craig Bailey, Marshall Barrymore, Mr Roy Hamilton, Oliver Heath, Benjamin Reid, Bailey Sones, Samuel Daisley, Sam Riley, Yarlalu Thomas
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SENIOR SCHOOL DRAMA Every year, Drama students put countless hours into the creation of beautiful masterpieces that are always received well by audiences both within and outside of the Scotch Community. Three times a year, the Drama Department is put on display in the forms of the Middle School, Years 8-10 and Senior School Productions and of course, the infamous Drama speeches that never fail to captivate the boys in the midst of our formal school assemblies. 2015 started off with a bang, with Mr Bennet Andrews’ decision to direct a performance of William Shakespeare’s iconic final play The Tempest for the Senior Production. Any director would have you know that undertaking a Shakespearean play is an extremely daring one, as these are some of the hardest plays to recreate with success. Mr Andrews should be commended for his courage and determination during this time, as well as his seemingly unending patience. Mr Andrews made the creative decision to re-contextualise the play to take place in the setting of the Australian military occupation of Afghanistan. This decision would make a 400-year-old play shockingly relevant to a millennial audience. The rehearsal process was long and hard, yet Oliver Heath made it all worthwhile by saying to Mr Andrews, “The performance is not worth it without the hardship endured in the rehearsal process.” Oliver proved to be correct, as the final play turned out to be a refreshing take on an old story. The Tempest explored the themes of political intrigue, revenge, forgiveness and the supernatural effect on the natural world, and audiences found that the Shakespearean dialogue was comprehended and delivered with motivation by all the actors. Scotch also saw resounding success in the Years 8-10 Production, Ms Kathryn Shaw’s recreation of H.G. Well’s classic, The Island of Doctor Moreau, the iconic story of a shipwrecked sailor’s experience on the
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island inhabited by the enigmatic Doctor Moreau and his “creations”. The decision to perform this play was not without its risks because, even before auditions, Ms Shaw knew that it would be difficult to visualise the vivisected animals that inhabited the island, and the seemingly dreamlike nature of the play. Throughout the rehearsal process, the script was lifted from the page to become the extremely spine-chilling and unsettling story that it was always meant to be. As the performance date drew closer, it was clear that this play would be one that would go down in Scotch College’s history. Congratulations have to go to Old Scotch Collegians Tyler Hill and Kale Tatam for executing an amazing set and lighting design that perfectly reflected the world of the play. Overall, the performance was a resounding success, with superb performances coming from all the boys.
to parents and friends. The stimulus for these performances was “the change you want to see in the world” and this allowed the boys to create performances that had an important application to their own lives. The themes of these performances ranged from homophobia and teen depression, to the fault in consumerism and many others. These performances showcased the high standard of these boys’ skills. Furthermore, the Year 12s had the opportunity to showcase their Original Solo Performances to parents, friends and the wider community before their exams, to ensure that they were at a professional standard. The conclusion to Winter Term saw the IB Diploma Theatre students fully develop their own one-act plays, exploring many contemporary issues such as religious radicalisation and identity, and embracing a variety of styles such as Comedy of Menace and Verbatim Theatre.
Often, the only witnessed activities of the Drama Department are the school productions, yet this is only the tip of the iceberg. Throughout the year, many Drama classes work tirelessly on dozens of separate performances. This year, the Years 11 and 12 WACE Drama students had the opportunity to showcase performances to the wider community. This encouraged the boys to improve their performances and work towards a collaborative goal. The Year 11 students had the opportunity to perform their final practical assessment
Many thanks need to go to FOPAS (Friends of the Performing Arts), for the countless hours and effort put into aiding the productions, to the Scotch College Events team, to the Technical and Backstage crews, and of course to Mr Bennet Andrews, Ms Emma Payne and Ms Kathryn Shaw, who will be moving on in 2016 to head the St Mary’s Drama Department. The entire Drama Department sends their sincere thanks and good luck to Ms Shaw in her future endeavours. Charles Mills
SS Drama Production BACK ROW:
Angus Stewart, Thomas Prior, McCarthy Hanlin, Sam Langoulant, Jordan Kestel, David Graham, James Fox-Slater
THIRD ROW:
Solomon Little, Leigh Ryan, Alec Garkaklis, Andrew Lesslie, Hugh Fogarty, Angus Grant, Lochlan Ashdown, Bayley Messina
SECOND ROW: Charles Mills, Timothy Cornish, Julien Walker, Oliver Heath, Louis Taylor, William Goyder, Patrick Carter, Connor Meerwald FRONT ROW:
Charles Tesser, James Trench, Luke Harris, Mr Bennet Andrews, Harry Adler, Samuel Daisley, Marshall Barrymore
ABSENT:
James Hollingsworth
Year 6 & 7 Production BACK ROW:
Thomas Lewin, Charlton Thomas, Jordan Kestel, Lee Youngman, James Fox-Slater, Angus Grant, Charles Wackett
THIRD ROW:
Baden Ralls, Ashley Edgar, Angus Walsh, Giancarlo Kain, Joshua Keatch, Kieran Waddingham, Rex French, Luke O’Loughlin
SECOND ROW: Milan Narula, Jasper Japp, Casey Lawrence, Patrick Eastough, Max Jones, Lukyan Kalugin, Sam Wake, Miss Emma Payne FRONT ROW:
Jasper Blunt, Monty Atkins, Isaac Mecham, Jolyon Harrison-Murray, Pearson Chambel, Lachlan Hyndes, Charlie Radici, Deen Goring
ABSENT:
Lewis Miller
Year 8-10 Drama Production BACK ROW:
Tyler Lawrence, Solomon Little, Angus Grant, James Fox-Slater, Lochlan Ashdown, Toby O’Keeffe, Lincoln Bell
THIRD ROW:
Jonathon Prior, James Irving, Benjamin Nixon, Alexander Comstock, Jack Hamill, Harry Foley, Stone Mannikko, Cameron Wade
SECOND ROW: Archie Capon, Kassidy Williams, Michael Honey, Charlton Thomas, Miss Kathryn Shaw, Morgan Gatley, Harrison Idle, Rafe Harrison-Murray, Thomas Earnshaw FRONT ROW:
Benjamin Steinberg, Gyles Davies, Owen Goodliffe, Charles Mills, Timothy Cornish, Sean Pentony, Thomas Lewin, Oliver Benson
ABSENT:
Oliver Broun, Conor Patton, Harry O’Donnell, Donald Mallon, Rory McSweeney, Roko Radman, Andrew Ziepe
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Middle School Drama 2015 has been a memorable and exciting year for Drama in the Middle School. Drama allows the boys to take risks and overcome challenges in a practical manner, while enjoying working with their peers. This year saw the completion of a new purpose-built Drama space, where students will be able to engage in both practical and technological aspects of the theatre. Students have used the elements of Drama and stagecraft skills to create original, creative performance pieces. Years 6 and 7 are often the first exposure to Drama and a great focus is placed on
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developing a students vocal and non-verbal communication skills, along with highlighting the importance of effective group work and building students’ confidence. Students from Years 6 and 7 performed the hilarious The Very UnMerry Adventures of Robin Hood, to sold out audiences. In this adaption of Robin Hood, the protagonist is a charming young fellow who has no interest in helping the poor and is only concerned with his friends and his amazing tree fort. The students and I focused on presenting the importance of friendship and loyalty, while still enjoying the comical nature of the script. Six successful Year 8 students were involved in the Middle Years Production of The Island of Dr Moreau, a powerful tale filled with
suspense and mystery. I was consistently impressed with the students’ commitment to the rehearsal process and they were able to learn a great deal from their older cast mates. It was a brilliant production and the boys took great pride in their roles. Congratulations to all boys who auditioned for these productions; the number of students who were keen to be involved was overwhelming. The Middle School has developed an evolving culture of excellence and passion for Drama and I look forward to next year’s adventures! Ms Emma Payne Drama Teacher
Arts week
It’s all about the Right Brain
MEDIA / FILM / MUSIC / DRAMA / THEATRE / VISUAL ARTS / GRAPHIC DESIGN / PHOTOGRAPHY
ARTS WEEK Arts Week was announced with a giant, brightly coloured banner hanging from the second-storey balcony opposite the Dickinson Centre, displaying the enormous words “Arts Week” and the strap line “It’s all about the right brain”. This set the tone for the week as we celebrated the creativity of boys involved in the Arts. Students from the first three House Group Tutor periods of the week were the audience for Drama monologues and Media productions. The intimacy of the setting added to the powerful performances and film presentations. Music and Art performances took place at lunch times in front of the Dickinson Centre. On Monday the Year 11 Rock Band was very popular as the Year 12 WACE Visual Arts students vied with each other in their
attempts to win the Art Battle. Andre Stanley received the largest number of votes, moving him into the finals on Thursday. The enticing beats and rhythms continued to echo through the corridors and hallways drawing in an audience. Performances included the Jazz Combo and Senior Strings on Tuesday and the Percussion Ensemble and Scotch Vox on Wednesday. Meanwhile, the Year 11 Visual Arts students battled it out with Thomas Barwood taking the votes this time. This was followed by the Year 12 Diploma Battle in which Poom Areecharoenlert was voted the winner and sent through to the finals. The Years 9 and 10 Rock Band’s fantastic rendition of The White Stripes song “Seven Nation Army” was a crowd favourite at lunchtime on Thursday. Simultaneously, the Art Battle finale raged between Poom, Andre and Thomas, with Poom achieving a landslide victory with his night scene.
Each discipline area of the Arts concluded a year’s work with an evening event recognising students’ achievements in the Arts: on Tuesday evening Year 12s gave Original Solo Drama Performances; on Wednesday evening the “Inspirations” exhibition showcased artwork from Years 1 to 12; and Thursday evening saw Years 8 to 12 Media students screen their films, for which awards were presented at the Media Awards Night. Finally, we concluded Arts Week on the Friday evening with the Spring Concert. These events epitomise the raison d’etre of the Arts at Scotch: generating a life-long love of the Arts by developing unique creativity and self-expression that facilitates the promotion of ideas, skills and techniques. Mr Stuart Earnshaw Head of Visual Arts
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ARTS AND LITERATURE PRIZE WINNERS
United States, 2015
Nature Weeps
Lincoln! Where is your freedom in this age?
A thick beast of black erupts from the depths
Liberty yearns for wisdom, to reignite the fire,
Brandishing the colours of destruction and dismay,
That once was an object of the world’s desire.
Writhing as it crawls from the funnel of death
You once freed the South from discrimination’s cage,
Trapped in a mind that is bathed in poison.
But now you’ve been lost in history’s page; Your efforts bogged down in time’s vast mire,
It is forced from a grave that was never to open
America’s beacon of hope, once the world’s tallest spire,
Unleashed on the elements as a slave of death,
Corrupted by prejudice, hate, injustice, and rage.
The beast seeps from the shadows, concealed by devastation
What unity is to be found when all are not the same?
The sky is left vulnerable to its tenacious breath.
When society judges based on colour and race? America has conquered the land, sea and space,
It infects the heavens, it chokes the skies,
But within she remains a deeply divided nation.
These wisps of disease are riddled with lies,
A hive of greed, unrest, conflict, and blame
lies forged by us where the fire burns deep,
‘Till her people live in harmonious confederation.
These lies pollute nature and Mother Nature will weep.
Liam Vaughan, Year 11
She weeps for the clouds, blackened by death She weeps for the water, veiled by darkness, She weeps for her children, strangled by smog, She weeps for the world, engulfed by fog.
Nature’s Batting Crease Imagine the view of outstretched field; Cleared of lump and stump and thicket Cut grass, scented with herbal coumarin revealed Surrounding the flat and unbroken wicket. Smacking of willow against fizzing of leather Then the roar of joy as bails tumble What simple pleasure Helps us forget our trouble. O, Nature! Have we forgot? Confined within our concrete forest The feelings held most dear And consequences most horrid. We have been consumed by digital wealth And with tapping and typing We have destroyed dear Nature by stealth; By slowly disconnecting. Andrew Lesslie, Year 11
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As nature is vanquished upon final fight Our world distorts into an abyss of gloom And as the smoke diseases earth’s final light, We are trapped beneath this canopy of doom. While nature weeps for her fallen kin We are faced with the punishment of our fateful sin, We released this monster from its unholy tomb But nature won’t weep as man is taken too soon. Archie Capon, Year 9
The Act It’s late and pleasantly quiet. From the corner of my eye I can see a row of drooping photographs, which observe and quietly judge me from the cream walls of the ‘family’ room. Warmth reaches from the fireplace to the space’s loneliest corners followed closely by the high-pitched crackle of twigs. I lean on my elbows at the dining room table and flip through a program of my father’s latest show. He will be home soon, bringing with him a bloated account of the day’s events. I drop the program to the floor and retreat into my mind’s thoughts, notions and dreams. I am suddenly removed from my private world by the clanging of a plate as it is placed heavily on the wooden dining room table. I remain still as my father scurries around organising his late evening supper and adjusting his thinning hair in a comb over, a ritual I have come to know well over my lifetime. I slowly raise my head and am confronted by a yellow stain on his white shirtsleeve, and the cold sore on his top lip that has been his companion for the past week. A strand of grey hair gracefully dances onto the tabletop. I consider his face and realise it lacks any truly distinctive features, other than the aforementioned cold sore and another adornment to his bottom lip – a half eaten baked bean. I can’t look him in the eyes, so I decide to stare at the wooden table and count the number of divots. The fire retreats as a chilling air arrives and sits in the seat opposite me. I can hear more twigs snap in the fireplace now blocked from view behind my father. Aaah at last the ritual rolls out as expected. Father begins the nightly reciting of the day’s events as though they were lines in his play. He seems oblivious or unconcerned with the fact that the only members of the household that seemed to care were the hanging pictures, his only audience. “Well,” he says in his fabricated, husky, English tone as he strokes his non-existent beard. He takes a long dramatic breath as the pictures anxiously await his next word. “I woke up early and went to rehearsals … I had lunch and went to another rehearsal and I had to make a call to Dave, which, of course, I did … during rehearsals.” I wonder how many times he could use the word rehearsal in a sentence. His personal best was four but he had equalled that on several occasions. He begins to rub his hands together with great vigour despite the fact that he must be absorbing all heat generated from the fire. The resulting sounds make it seem as though he is applauding himself for such a fascinating recount. “How was school?” he asks. I am caught off guard as no one usually shows any interest in my activities. “School was great. I’m beginning to wonder if Year 12 Science really is any harder than the year before. It’s still interesting but…” I trail off. I have a feeling this indiscretion will be forgotten with silence. I look back at the table unwilling to meet my father’s gaze. I busy myself by once again counting the divots in the table hoping that my father will again refocus his attention on himself. “But the best… most important part of your day was Theatre,” corrects my father. I notice that
the baked bean on his bottom lip has now been joined by a friend or is it a twin?
whispered. The warriors waited with bated breath, looking out upon the desolate black beach.
I take a large swig of water from my glass before promptly pouring myself another. “Maybe not… Maybe the best, most important part of my day was Science,” I mumble to myself.
From within the darkness a shrill, inhuman scream cut through the silence. The heroes collapsed in agony, wailing in intense pain as the scream continued to crescendo until it abruptly ceased, leaving an eerie silence. Then a stampede of claw, hoof and talon on sand could be heard from up the beach. An army of monsters, handpicked from children’s nightmares, burst through the fog with red eyes ablaze, intent of leaving not one person alive.
He theatrically pushes his plate to the floor smearing baked beans over the carpet. “Brian,” he states in a deliberate tone, his Australian accent returning in anger as he alters his posture for the role he is about to play. “We’ve been through this. We are theatre folk. Your great grandfather was an actor and your grandfather was a director and I am an understudy. You are living in our house and you will live by our rules, which means you will act and you will sing and you will enjoy it.” He gestures toward the pictures, which seem to nod in agreement as one of the inhabitants on his lip flies across the room. “But I want to be a dentist,” I stammer, in a very non-thespian manner. This time he stands high, shoulders rigid, breath slow and calms his voice. He tells me that there is no greater dishonour than becoming a dentist and that I can leave his house now if that is the road I wish to follow. He finally threatens that I will not get to see any more of his productions. Once again he acknowledges the excited crowd of photos and rubs his hands together. I stare at his freshly shined shoes. I can muster no further response as I return to the comfort of my mind, trying to entertain my secret thoughts, notions and dreams. I can faintly hear the cheers and applause from behind me as the pictures, enthralled by the drama of the situation give a standing ovation. The curtains close around me. Campbell Williamson, Year 11
Eagle’s Eyes I sat in my Papou’s rocking chair, rocking slowly back and forth in time to the rise and fall of our family trawler riding the waves. The wooden wind chime chinked faintly in the breeze that pierced the warped timber roof. The easterly Mediterranean breeze died and a blue chip of paint spiraled downward towards the floor, slowly turning circles in midair, swaying back, and forth, in time with my beating heart and the slow, gentle roll of the waves. My eyelids, heavy with exhaustion, flickered open and closed as I watched the flake sink through the cracks in the floor and into the ocean. I closed my eyes and sailed off in a sea of dreams aboard the Argo, like the heroes of ancient times. The bow of the ship pierced the ink-black water as the monstrous vessel glided silently through the thick veil of grey fog. Ordinary men would never dare to approach these waters, but the demigods that inhabited the Argo were nowhere near ordinary. The mighty heroes aboard this ship were adorned with clothes and armour fit for kings, and crouched at the ready, prepared to spring into battle at any moment. The soft crunch of wood on sand echoed as the boat ground to a halt. “Here they come,” one of the troop
I woke with a start from my dream. I stood up, lost my balance on the tumbling boat and promptly hit my head on the windowsill overlooking the ocean. I could see rolling black clouds on the horizon. A blur of white caught my eye. I looked and saw a dove, perched on the side rail. That’s strange. I squinted through the raindrops running down the window to get a clearer picture. I took a step back, astounded. The dove in itself was normal, save for the colour of its eyes. They were blue. A deep, royal blue. Or so I thought. As the dove bobbed its head and turned to look at me I saw that its right eye was a deep, fiery red, like the eyes of the monsters in my dream. “Ish not a-looking too good,” My Papou muttered. “Shee those rain clouds over there?” he pointed a stubby finger at the dark mass floating above the horizon. He turned to face me, his face only a couple of centimetres away from mine. “Argush, my boy. They shay anshient monshters live in those cloudsh. They shay Zeus himshelf cannot control them they are sho fiersh.” He chuckled his deep, throaty laugh and pinched my cheek with his calloused, rope-worn hands. From the other side of the boat I heard a faint bleating sound and saw a baby lamb trotting across the bow of the boat. First the dove, now this lamb. What the hell is a bleating lamb doing on a fishing boat in the middle of the Sea of Crete? The lamb had stopped and was now looking directly at me with the same blue left eye and red right eye as the dove. A calm, gentle voice spoke to me from my left. “I wish your father was here.” My mother looked out into the bleak ocean, “Do you think that was the last thing he ever saw before…?” Her eyes welled up and she looked back down at me and smiled. “Come on. We’d better get you to off bed before we reach Santorini.” The warriors leapt out of their ship into the hordes of oncoming monsters, unsheathing their swords and tearing into the soulless beings with eyes as red as blood. A great cry arose, unlike the first; the screech of a golden eagle. The eagle descended out of the fog upon a manticore, dodging the bone, needle-like spikes it sent shooting from its lion tail and gouged its extended talons deep into its human face. The eagle, perched on top of the wailing manticore’s disfigured skull, turned and faced me, its right eye ablaze but its left eye as cool as spring water. It stood there, unmoving, as the battle raged on. Then all was dark. Jordan Bowling, Year 9
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Facebook Torment Jim tapped his fingers nervously, drumming on the wooden steps to the beat of his heart, quickly. He gazed blankly at the illuminated screen of his phone. Hours passed and as the battery continued to sink, the messages continued to appear. It was not the first group chat on Facebook that had been dedicated to Jim, dedicated for the purpose of mentally torturing him, crushing any self-confidence or will he had. There was no escape - he had been hooked. Sure, insulting messages appeared over and over but a positive one might arrive, maybe, someday, Jim thought to himself. The pain began to bubble up inside him, but he was too weak to get up, too weak to look away, instead he sunk, sliding down the hard wooden stairs, hitting his head on each one, and came to rest at the landing in the living room.
The smell of bacon and eggs wafted through the air as Jim’s mum appeared before him. “Hungry?” she asked, a hopeful look upon her face. “No thanks,” Jim grumbled, as he gathered his things for school. You don’t have much of an appetite when you’re constantly depressed, he found. He quickly got ready and rushed out of the house before any further conversation could be made, snatching up his phone as he left. The screen illuminated as he pressed the power button down hard. Hateful messages piled up on the screen, each more painful to read than the next.
The living room and all adjoining rooms were quite simple and mostly functional. No decorations or objects were placed for aesthetics apart from one old sunflower in a cracked pot, its leaves black and crumpled. Jim’s phone finally burnt up, its last energy and went dark, much like how its owner felt. Jim eased himself up, a scowl and a look of misery present upon his face and trudged over to the sole two-person couch. No more room was necessary since his Dad had passed.
Before Jim knew what he was doing, he had unlocked his phone and had replied to the latest message, “Just leave me the hell alone!” Ignorantly thinking his problems were solved, Jim placed his phone back in his pocket, where it continued to vibrate with message alerts.
The front door swung open and a knock on the adjacent wall followed. “Jim! I’m home,” his mother called out. “How was your day?”
After trawling around the school for about half an hour, clouds began to break out across the sky, giving an ominous light. The school bell rang, tearing through the silence of the school. Jim checked one final message before entering his class: “We’re coming for you.” Jim gulped heavily and entered the class, the door creaking eerily as it closed. He turned to face an empty seat and noticed a boy smiling crookedly at him. Jim ignored him and sat down, attempting to forget what had previously transpired, but he couldn’t resist another look at the boy who, while still smiling, gave him a slow, evil wink. Goosebumps rose all over his body and he opened his textbook. He felt his phone vibrate, then again and for a third time. Jim stole another glance at the creepy boy and received another wink. This time Jim was sure of the intent. Jim stood and began to walk to the exit of the class, slowly picking up pace and ignoring the teacher’s requests to sit back down. One request stood out. “Where do you think you’re going?” the student had asked.
Jim grunted a response, not forming any actual words and sunk back into the couch. His Mum walked into the room carrying a single plastic shopping bag and wearing a uniform from the local grocery store. She noticed the phone beside him and proceeded to prompt him. “No Jim, you didn’t? You can’t keep looking at what those bullies are saying about you; you’re killing yourself!” she insisted. “No I ….” Jim spluttered. “It’s not fair. Why do I have to be the one receiving this abuse, no one else, just me!” “You just have to learn how to ig…” “No!” he interrupted. “Nothing is ever going to change and it doesn’t stay at school. With social media they can torment me whenever they like. I’ve tried going on without it but I can’t. There’s no escape!” Jim stormed off angrily. There was nothing his mother could do. She had tried countless times with no change or reward. Jim took refuge in his bedroom, one of the few places where he was alone with his thoughts; no distraction or outside opinion. His bed was small with thin sheets covering it. Besides the old chipped desk, it was the only furniture in his room. The lack of luxury did not stop Jim from using the few possessions he owned and was eager to escape his reality to enjoy his dream world. When Jim awoke the next day he was happy for an instant until he remembered the endless torment that would await him in this new day. Though the weather was beautiful, as sunshine streamed through all the windows bringing light to an otherwise dark life, this
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was all Jim could think about. He exited his room, paid a brief visit to the bathroom and walked into the kitchen. His phone awaited him, fully charged and ready to deliver a new wave of pain.
The rest of the walk to school was short but lonely. Many thoughts entered Jim’s mind, but all ended in the sole depressing thought the constant bullying had left him with - “When was it going to end?”
Jim began to run. He burst through the door and came face to face with four of the bullies from the group chat. Their faces showed wicked enjoyment and hate, their muscles rippling with anger present. Jim yelped in shock and turned a corner, desperate to escape the clutches of the bullies. He turned another corner and was blocked by another group of bullies, incredibly similar to the first. “Your luck’s run out,” one of them stated, as if it was fact. Jim started to tremble, sweat running down his skin, almost instantly soaking him. He began to whimper and cry, praying for someone to help, but to his dismay, none came. “Don’t worry. Everything will be over soon,” one of them sniggered. Ben Skelton, Year 9
Hope River Meekatharra, a town that still isn’t sure where it sits on the rungs that make up the ladder that is society - much like me within my family. This is where I grew up, being told by my mother, a Yamatji, that, “one day you’ll be taller than them poor ’scuses for trees we got round ’ere,” an idea that fascinated me until I did one day grow taller than the shrubs, and could see the town all around me. The town, if you could even call it that, was a persuasive argument in itself that I did not belong out here. So, to occupy myself somewhat I would sit in the shade of the dark trees around the sparkling trickle that is Hope River, and read whatever books I managed to find in neighbours’ houses while they were at the mines. Occasionally, I would be found with books, to which my father, his white skin blackened by the coating of dust he received every day at the mine, would tell me with a sneer, “Reading ain’t a thing for a boy your age; ya don’t needa read to mine gold”. Father would then make me return my books to their sometimes illiterate owners, who would jeer and shout abuse. “Half caste rat!” Mr Alexander the town mayor bellowed aggressively. Once the books were safe from being read, their owners would put them on display on their shelves, like lawyers filling their shelves with case books, as if literacy, or faux literacy in some cases, elevated their status in this ever backwards town. Once I had returned all the books, my father would thank me before beating me with an old dusty pickaxe handle until I could no longer feel my backside. My mother once tried intervening, “You’ll kill the youngen if ya keep up like that!” and she ended up worse off than me. Years later, on the night of my seventeenth birthday, when I had received no gifts but the first proper rain in seven months, I walked home from the pub to find my father with a red fist and my mother with a black eye. This came as a result of my mother spending a portion of her grocery money buying me a copy of To Kill a Mockingbird, which my father held incredulously in his hand. “You!” my father shouted at me, his voice a snarl, colder than the airconditioned pub, “How dare you!” Before my father could cross the room to me, I grabbed my cricket bat which was leaning on the doorframe and hit him on the left temple for a six. After that, my father never touched me or my mother again; he would merely spend all his time either at work or at the pub. He would occasionally stumble in late at night, and take whatever food, drinks and money he could find - “This is my family and my house, and I can take what I damn well want,” he would drunkenly mumble. On my twentyfirst birthday, my mother gave me all the money she had hidden for my education over the duration of her marriage, and told me to go to Perth. “Leave this ’ole of a place and never look back”. I never saw my mother again, or my father, or Meekatharra. I lived a hard life initially in Perth, as many do as Aboriginals from remote communities. But no matter how many nights I slept rough, no matter how many nights without food I went, the hardest part was people’s attitude towards me. Whenever I stepped onto a train carriage, women
would clutch more tightly their purses; whenever I walked past people’s cars they would lock their doors, as if the colour of my skin deeply corrupted my soul. I finally managed to get a job, working the register at a McDonalds in Ellenbrook. At the end of every day the manager would pocket some of the days’ earnings, and my co-worker Tim, who refused to call me anything but “boongy” would walk out with pockets lined with money, but it was me who at the end of every shift was patted down and had every nook and cranny investigated - as if the manager wanted to find me stealing to prove a personal vendetta, or win a bet. In 2008 a smart white man apologised to me for his people’s treatment of my kind in the past, as if it would repair the damage done like a splint and prevent damage being done in the future like a vaccine. I had to walk home from work that day, as my bus driver had refused to split a five dollar note, “Do I look like a bank to you?” he said incredulously, before letting Tim ride for free because he had forgotten to bring change from the till. On the walk home I was spat on by a man with a Sea Shepherd jacket which read, “They can’t save themselves”. I got home that night and made myself dinner, a dark economy steak, well past its use by date, topped with béarnaise sauce, and watched people like me on the news who had tears of happiness, as if they were finally free of the artificial social burden that is being born an Aboriginal. I turned off the television and spread the white béarnaise sauce over my steak, in a futile attempt to improve its flavour and appearance. Connor Meerwald, Year 11
Crystal Clear “I’m home,” were the words that echoed through his hollow apartment and met with no response. David was consistent in his unavailing attempts to obtain closure in what he considered was his desolate life. A dead-end accounting job and failure on the human relationships front, the constant buzzing of traffic forty-six storeys below were, bleakly and often, his only companions. Apartment Building 12, a cheap, late on maintenance and rundown repossessed office building retrofitted into a substandard residence that David was imposed to live within, an adult sized guinea pig cage. In this part of town, row upon row of apartment and office buildings had been planted like a crazy architect’s vegetable garden. Opposite to David’s monolithic row stood a state-of-the-art apartment block – Apartment Building 13, separated by ten lanes of roadway, unreachable by David. He was however unaffected by this seemingly juxtaposed state of living as he had her. The woman who lived on the forty-sixth floor of Block 13… his very own Eve. Proceeding the habitual hanging of his jacket, pouring a glass of wine and checking the cameras, David was struck by the obvious silence that walked his hallways. “My day was fairly monotonous,” he said to the photograph. “Matt was trying to grab the attention of Hannah but then… Matt, the socially reptilian master….”. Matt, a fellow office worker who seemed to be the exact opposite of David,
had a strong head of hair and gifted facial features, irresistible to almost any woman. With a jealous obsession David often studied key aspects of Matt’s personality and features as a hobby. Whether that be his unnecessarily long hair length, always making any woman giggle whenever he wanted her to or his signature golden ring with three ocean blue sapphires encrusted in the surface. A one of a kind accessory, hypnotizing to any money-hungry woman. David rambled on about his jealousies of Matt to the photographs in his living room in an attempt to disrupt the quiet, a normal strategy that he used every evening in order to comfort himself and to expel some energy. Self-soothing. Differing from the ordinary ornamental items that hang on walls of family homes, David was quite fond of displaying his own photographs in collages around his apartment. On the walls of his entry hallway, around the kitchen and in his bedroom, a single room was never without a photograph. Lounging on the sofa David gazed past the tripod and through his window looking directly towards her living room. No lights were on. She is not home. “Probably out partying again,” he snickered. She had left her blinds to her bedroom open this time. David could not resist the urge to pry. The room was chaos. A bed that was not made, the sheets covered almost every part of her room but the mattress, click. Copious amounts of clothes covered the room from one corner to the next, click. David could not distinguish where one piece of clothing started and the other one ended, click. The wardrobe was spewing forth rather than sucking in. The unpredictable and disorganized nature of her life style excited David. All of her apartment was a clutter, so finally witnessing the bedroom’s state was no surprise to him. He was the opposite. Keeping a very organized and structured living area was very important to David. His stomach grumbled, breaking his eagle focus. It was time for dinner. Classical orchestra filled the air throughout the forty-sixth floor, a personal favourite genre of David’s. Cooking dinner was one of the few ways that he could really express himself. David began to assemble ingredients, taking utensils and pans out as he prepared, whilst also being accompanied by a generous glass of Shiraz, a most favoured assistant in the kitchen. “Tonight’s meal will be parmesan-crumbled lambs brains,” he announced to his collage on the kitchen wall as he began cooking. Producing a meal held more significance to him than just the physicality of the dish. It wasn’t just about using the perfect ingredients or having a flawless technique, but the emotion and energy that surged through the essence of the meal. Every manoeuvre David made reverberated with a master’s technique, making it appear to be progressively easier as he constructed each delicious component. Concomitantly he assembled the dinner table. A rose red tablecloth draped over each end with freshly polished silverware lying atop, lit up by candlelight. A lone photograph lay rested against the base of the candle stand. A glamorous display was nothing but orderly in David’s dinner preparation ritual.
an obvious sign of success. To his delight, he had yet again created a marvellous dish. He never felt alone at dinner, as he always had her by his side. Smirking, like a juvenile boy, every time he looked up at the photograph while he ate, he spent countless time with her, just looking. As the last drip of wax melted off the candle a spark of light was captured in the side of David’s eye - she had arrived home. Rushing over to his window, David frantically set up the camera stand. Amongst the overwhelming excitement he did not attach the zoom lens. She looked exhausted. “Definitely been out partying again,” David said in pride to himself whilst she walked into the kitchen to freshen up. Crouched down leaning up against the window, in a highly vulnerable position to be seen, he watched her. The underlying thrill of risk at being caught was a drug in itself for David, turning him into an adrenaline junky within these high-risk moments. The pre-eminence of her beauty seemed to radiate more so through a lens to David. She started to move towards the bedroom, click. He could feel his heartbeat rising, pumping even more vigorously the more he focused. Arriving at the bed she slowly began to lift her shirt, click. Stopping just before revealing any breast and dropping the shirt back, kneeling down to the floor looking like she had dropped something underneath her bed, click. As she stood up she looked up directly in David’s direction. Instantaneously he dived like an acrobat out of the way, knocking over everything in his path including the tripod and camera, an eventual burst of his stored up adrenaline. Agitatedly crawling underneath his dining table, he was stuck in a pit of embarrassment. David was left unaware of whether she had finally seen him or not - only time would tell. Waking a few hours later with a horrible neck stiffness, David crawled out of his cover. Slowly, like a mouse at midnight trying to step without a sound, he made his way over to the battered camera. Looking over at her apartment building, he noticed that she had gone to bed and turned off all the lights. “Thank goodness she did not see me,” he thought in relief. Raising the camera from the floor he saw there was still three percent battery, a last drip of power, just enough to check if the photos were saved. As he shifted through the photo library of the camera he noticed that one photo had a particularly strange glare. Originating from her bedside table, an object was reflecting the lights from the traffic below. Intrigued by what it was exactly, David attached the zoom lens and had a second peek at her room. Eagerly zooming in, David had just enough light glowing from below to highlight the object’s ghastly qualities… three ocean blue sapphires, encrusted within a glistening golden ring. André Stanley, Year 12
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Behind the Veil
My Home
Oh How I Love The Sea
Behind the veil a blameless face awaits,
Hong Kong is a city
Oh how I love the sea,
Her joyful eyes betrayed by knowing fear
That goes and goes, goes
Crashing and dumping its waves,
Of the impending tirade. Steeling tears
And it never slows
As far as the eye can see,
Against futile deluges, lest they gloat
People rushing and pushing
I love how it behaves!
Mockingly hearing the uncontrolled sobs,
People cooking and selling trying to make a fortune Oh how I love the sea,
Scarcely concealed by modest covering. Taxis going left and right
A glorious boundless blue,
Gazes flicker to the distinctive veil,
Fast and slow
From end to end an amazing vision
Interest rapidly becoming scorn,
Picking up people and dropping them off
It really is quite the view!
Its shimmer reflecting tales of terror,
Each and every one trying to make a fortune Oh how I love the sea,
Flooding thoughts with the blood of senseless deaths: Shootings, bombings, murders and beheadings.
Shops in shopping centres selling many things
Its beautiful variety of life,
Fury incites a zealous righteousness
Left right and centre
Oh it’s such a shame,
To fight for freedom, enslaving the weak
Shops selling toys, perfume, cars and McDonalds
How the oceans are in strife!
Each and everyone trying to make a fortune Oh how I love the sea,
In shackles of despair, publicly lashed By flaming tongues of sinister intent
Homes and skyscrapers soaring above
And the people that it beholds,
And intransigent threats, savagely fired;
In all sorts of different colours and designs
A beautifully wonderful culture,
Witnesses’ unease passively distant.
Different shapes and sizes
Filled with both young and old!
Each special in their own way Oh how I love the sea,
Suffering in silence without solace, Isolated from civilisation,
The Harbour in the middle of the city
An endless watery field,
Severed inside.
Accepting boats and sending them on their way
Swimming on a summer’s day,
Torn at the very roots,
In and out and in and out
The benefits that it yields!
Beliefs shaken by uncertainty.
Each one welcomed with open arms. Oh how I love the sea,
Burnt with anger. Mitchell Evans, Year 9
And the art of its blue,
Anger towards those who defile faith’s name,
A cradle of creativity,
Anger towards those who see no difference
For people including you!
In the innocent tears behind the veil. Oh how I love the sea, Vaughan Chin, Year 12
Such a beautiful place, The only place for me, …Plants a smile on my face! James Oakey, Year 9
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Autumn’s Abdication
Aurora Borealis
Inside Out
The Light cast warmth across the frosted green
Swirling colour, twisting light
He sits there, single in his room
A red-breast’s whistles pierce the silent air
This unfathomable moment, unrepeatable
The lonely man, alas
And from the mere reflects a glassy sheen
Unexpected, unexplained
Staring and staring, all alone.
Yet glowing, resurrecting the night
Play this, or mouse scroll past
The withered Autumn looks on with darkening stare. The darkening furrows vacant of their yield The reaper’s scythe stored for another year Staunch barren trees stand guard round empty fields As Autumn sits and softly sheds a tear.
As he clicks and plays his video game Thunderous landscape surrounds
Talks online to friends in vain.
Silhouettes of ancient giants
And I pause to listen, for a sound
Covering silent eyes
But the room is silent, all around.
Howling, running, danger all around Outside is nature, proud and free!
Winter’s thick cloak descends upon the glen The morning light reveals soft snow settled
Ears; free from sounds of humanity conformed
Welcome visions to peoples past
And as ice creeps, into the coop runs the hen
Skin; shivering in the glistening crystals
Mother Nature’s far-thrown seed!
Winter’s hammer, ice has hard metalled.
Dormant feelings let run wild
Now dying oh so fast.
Nature, it’s in purest form
A sight so beautiful, now rarely seen
Autumn’s fled and now shines Winter’s cold crown Silent air Autumn’s rush has died down. James Hollingsworth, Year 11
For we can view it in a computer screen Its triumphant journey through the night
From nature’s sound, birds and trees.
Its mere sight curing every evil sorrow
The outside world, once proud and free
Unexpected, unexplained Swirling colour, twisting light.
See it, when you stand alone See the world, overthrown
James Cameron, Year 11
See the environment that we betray
Wedding Rust
The once great world, now thrown away.
Bound both by metal shining vowels,
Connor Arnold, Year 11
As flowers bunched soar through the air Accompanied by pure white doves Wind carries them to lands of dreams. Upon return from such lands of dream The love remains both fair and strong. Their polished steel reflects the light Of eyes passion shared both day and night. But time must pass and love does dwindle Ever slight but surely still… Rust Breaks… consumes… corrupts the passion Gazes to stares, brief and doubtful Gems that once reflected clasp their light Misty, viewing one another’s shoes Abrasive alloy snapped from cold fingers Dulled and dented no feeling lingers. Matthew Burns, Year 12
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Athletics In recent years Scotch has established itself as a powerhouse in Athletics, winning the Alcock Shield in three of the past four seasons. As a result it was with high hopes that our students commenced training for the 2015 season. Despite being weary and leg-sore after a lengthy winter season, with exams looming for many, the attendances and spirit at trainings were excellent. In the Senior School carnival Keys House had a victorious trifecta in Athletics, Marching and the newly introduced Tug of War competition. Due to changes in House structures, this was the last time Keys was composed solely of residential students, so the win was particularly memorable for the Purple Army. The Quads were held on the Memorial Oval and once again Scotch had an outstanding meet, winning the Lynn Shield by nearly 1000 points. Tribute should be paid to those students who competed at the Inter-House and Quads carnivals but were unable to secure a place in the Inter-School team.
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One of Scotch’s many fine traditions is the Athletics march out of the assembly preceding the Inters. Receiving the support of our peers during a rousing version of “Scotland the Brave”, accompanied by our pipers and orchestra, fired our enthusiasm. On Friday 11 September our team of over 150 athletes, ranging from Years 7 to 12, and 25 coaches left for the WA Athletics Stadium. Rallied by our vocal, kilt-wearing cheerleaders, numerous students and parents, our team threw down the gauntlet to the other six schools in the competition. Scotch athletes performed at their best in a range of disciplines, from the field events to hurdles, relays, sprints and distance events on the track. We held a lead on the scoreboard for most of the day, although at one point our main rival, Aquinas, narrowly hit the front. It was in the 4x100m relays that Scotch established dominance, winning three out of the six events and placing second in two others. Part of Athletics since Year 8, I felt privileged to be part of the Open Relay, the last possible occasion to compete in maroon and gold for a Year 12. Sharing the win with three teammates was a bonus, but having the support of our entire Athletics team, who
lined the back straight arm-in-arm, reminded us what a privilege it is to be part of our unique community and culture. Scotch won the Alcock Shield with a total score of 1764, 168 points clear of second placed Aquinas. Although Athletics may have a short and intense season, it is one of only five original PSA sports, together with rowing, cricket, swimming and football. Being part of the Inter-School team is to be part of a great and longstanding tradition, and a challenge that I hope students continue to dedicate their time to. The team would like to thank all our coaches – led by Mr Doney, Mr Gale and Mr Foster – for their time, efforts and enthusiasm in helping us to be better athletes and people. We also appreciate our parents and fellow students for their encouragement. I would also like to thank all the leaving Year 12 athletes for the commitment they have shown to Athletics over the years, particularly Vice-Captains Alex Brown, Josh Bennett and Bailey Banfield for their leadership this season. Harry Sinclair Captain of Athletics
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Mitchell Clarke, Edward Hopkins, Joshua Jones, Patric Beaven, Alexander Crump, Elias Grimes, Harrison Patten-Williams, James Riekie, Joel Barnden, MacKenzie Moffat, Lewis Daisley, Dylan Gibbs, Jake Lewis, Austin Bantock, Callum Jacobsen, Matthew Todd, Harrison Wroth, Hamish Blanchard, Lucas Baker, Lochlan Farrell, Alexander Markwell, Timothy Reynolds, Sebastian Bentley
Connor O’Sullivan, Hugo Coulson, Patrick Triglavcanin, Jack Logan, Benjamin Marshall, Elliott Buzza, George Evans, Matthew McDonald, Sean Szalek, Aidan Davies, Daniel Fletcher, Kobey Rafferty, Charles Bulleid, James Mandzufas, Oliver Scott-Morey, Tyler James, George Mitchell, Harrison Banfield, Joshua Hook, Campbell Shaw, Carlin Feely, Matthew Inman, Christopher Lawrance
William Harkins, Peter Stulpner, Thomas Wippl, Benjamin Avery, Donald Mallon, Joshua Pretorius, Chase Deitner, Fraser Cull, Thomas Gallagher, Alistair Cadee, Asadollah Hosseini, Rory O’Sullivan, Adam Brenz-Verca, Jonathon Prior, Thomas Gooch, Denver Quantrill, William Riekie, Angus MacLeod, Julien Walker, James Todd, Logan Deitner, Charlie Wandby, Timothy Andrew, Ching-Yuan Yang
Jonus Williams, Julian Kyriakou, Thomas Bennett, Ricardo Holder, Christoff De Wet, Ryan Greaves, Ronald Fellows-Smith, William Gordon, Jack Fairweather, Oliver Repton, Harry Imison, Alexander Eliott-Lockhart, Conner Souey, Frederick Payne, Chad Perche, Alistair Murray, Maximillian Grant, Noah Fry, Andrew Burvill, Nicholas Crump, Jack Cooley, Connor Enslin, Scott Smith, Jock Thomson, Lucas Triglavcanin, Oliver Green, Thomas Anderson, Jack Dobson, Arthur Payne, Jacob Jones, Cormac Taylor, Charlie Castleden, Sam Wake, Oscar Harold, Charlie Bevan
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James Waddell, Jesse McDonald, Jesse Coughlan, Benjamin Clarke, Joshua Keatch, Harry Jackson, Toby Humphris, Jaxon Hayden, Matthew Murphy, Eyitomaye Mojuetan, Harrison Gilchrist, Edwin Bentley, Matthew Moore, Jaye Marzec, Hugo Barich, Reuben Westerman, Riley Waters, Zaide Moxham, Ethan Riseley, Robbie MacGregor, Fraser Goode, Thomas Lewin
SECOND ROW: Nikolas Gajdatsy, Lewis Bradbury, Cooper Lindsay, Mr Michael Brinsden, Mr David Wee, Mr Darren Mumford, Mr William Boulden, Mr Richard Hales, Joshua Bennett (V. Captain), Harry Sinclair (Captain), Mr Anthony Doney, Bailey Banfield (V. Captain), Alexander Brown (V. Captain), Mr Mark Gale, Mr Richard Foster, Mr John Sheridan , Mr Peter Burt, Mr Matthew Jahn, Mr Cas Gabriels, Mr Howard Loosemore, Ben Gale
Phillip Collard, Benjamin Parker, Benjamin Richardson, Nicholas Jones, Daniel Wee, Daniel Walker, Folau Penaia, Jamie Bult, Petras Pilawskas, Lachlan Vos, Isaac Bombara, Cameron Webster, Ruan Greyling, Alexander Allcock, Nicholas Allan, Jack Monaghan, Matthew Yelland-Hunter, Benjamin Reid, Joshua Parker, Thomas Prior, Brayden Panting, Lachlan McGrath
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BADMINTON This year has been a very exciting one in the world of Badminton at Scotch, with the Firsts and Seconds teams both finishing in second place. This was an admirable effort from the boys considering we lost the first two matches of the season. The Thirds also showed future promise by also placing second. The Firsts ended up with a record of nine wins and three losses, two matches clear of Christ Church and Hale.
It was also a year of expansion for Badminton as the sport was offered from Year 12 all the way down to Year 7. This should hopefully allow more consistent performances each year moving into the future. A crucial match in the season was against Christ Church, who were favourites to win. Christ Church had won three of the first five matches and were up in both matches. Andrew Singh persisted against his much older opponent and pulled off a hard fought victory, and Harry Burrell and I came back from one set down against a strong top doubles team to win and take the lead 4-3. The Christ Church doubles teams were rocked by the change in momentum and Scotch won all three doubles matches to win 6-3. This result gave the entire team a major confidence boost and marked the beginning of Scotch’s dominance for weeks to come. Our coach, Mr Paul Kong, continued to drill us to succeed, but also highlighted
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the importance of Badminton being a team sport; even though a single person may lose a match, if you work as a team you are very hard to beat. This left a strong impression on us and most of our close matches were won with sheer determination and effort.
who was the main force behind the team’s Badminton development. Thanks also goes to the coaches from the Firsts through to the 7/8/9Ds, and to the parents for supporting us and supplying morning tea each home game, better known as “badi feeds”.
A memorable moment for me this year was the second time we played Wesley. Being undefeated in close to seven years, they were obviously expected to win comfortably. Wesley did end up winning, however, we won two matches and Andrew Singh came very close to winning his singles match. Although the score was 7-2, 2016 will see Wesley lose four of their top six players to graduation whereas Scotch loses only one. This increases the possibility of a Scotch win.
Finally, out of the three years I’ve played Badminton at Scotch, this year has been the best. All the boys worked hard and had a good laugh in the process. The 2015 season has showcased a thriving sport with a rising skill level. To the boys stepping up next year, I wish you luck and would encourage any boy to choose Badminton as their PSA winter sport.
On behalf of the entire team I would like to thank Mr Ryan Foster, who managed the team during trainings and gave us helpful advice during our matches. I would also like to thank our Coach, Mr Paul Kong,
It’s been an honour and privilege to be Captain of Badminton this year; all boys worked hard and demonstrated a high level of sportsmanship, for the betterment of the team. Cameron Webster Captain of Badminton
BACK ROW:
Andrew Singh, Mr Ryan Foster, Harrison Banfield
FRONT ROW:
Jordan Doull, Cameron Webster, Harry Burrell, Oliver Scott-Morey
ABSENT:
Rahuul Prasad
BACK ROW:
Mr CJ Jackson (Coach), William Regan, Folau Penaia, Matthew Yelland-Hunter, James Warne, Mitchell Clarke, Mr Sean Mecham (Coach)
FRONT ROW:
Harrison Wroth, Ilerioluwakiiti Abimibola, Benjamin Reid, Finn Hombergen, Ben Rushforth, Sebastian Bentley, Brayden Panting
Basketball Stemming from the 2013 USA tour, Scotch College Basketball adopted a new, fast-paced, runand-gun style of play. The 201415 teams aimed to embrace this style across all years and grades, resulting in wide-ranging success. CJ Jackson led the Year 8As to an undefeated season, highlighting the promising future for Scotch on the hardwood. The Year 9s and 10s also displayed great talent with young gun Mitchell Clarke debuting for the Firsts in Round 1. The depth and skill in the younger groups was extremely pleasing and we are excited to see what these players will achieve. This year the Firsts and Seconds trained together in an attempt to improve the individual skills of the squad and gain more depth and variety for Saturday line-ups. The Seconds consistently brought energy to each training session, pushing for a spot in the Firsts team, and ultimately challenged the Firsts players to earn their own spot in the line-up. Coached by Mr Mecham, the team
went undefeated over two terms, a fitting testament to the hard work and discipline shown by all players. Following a disappointing fourth term in 2014, the Firsts team came prepared for a tough preseason. Round 1 pitted us against Aquinas, the favourites to win the Blackwood, and we quickly found out why. A 40-point thrashing provided us with a pretty clear vision of the standard of Basketball we would have to play. After a rundown of the game at 6:00am the following Monday, the boys were motivated to bounce back as we took on Wesley. The tenacity and hunger that we had been searching for had clicked and it was contagious. The team displayed great defence and energy, and six players scored double figures as Scotch routed Wesley 96 to 47. Keen to continue this streak, the Firsts team faced cross-town rivals Christ Church at home. A tight game saw Christ Church lead by four going into three-quarter time, however, the boys rallied to scorch the opposition 75 to 55. In our next fixture we faced Trinity on their home turf. From the get-go, the energy and hunger wasn’t there and we were playing catch-up Basketball. Despite a late surge, we fell 70 to 57. Bye-week saw the annual Basketball Bonanza, showcasing three-
point talent and athleticism in the dunk contest. These events epitomise the Scotch Basketball culture, as kids of all ages and skill came down and had a good time. Thanks must be given to the Parents and Supporters group, who sacrifice their time to organise everything behind the scenes, and recently funded and coordinated the upgrade of the new scoreboard. Our final two games saw two gut-wrenching losses to two beatable teams, however, the younger players stepped up; Mitch Clarke, Will Regan and Ben Metcalfe all showcased their talents. The Scotch Basketball coaching staff are amazing. Ms Fletcher does an incredible job behind the scenes, along with the likes of Mr Foster and Michael Brinsden. The heart and soul of Scotch Basketball, Mr CJ Jackson has sacrificed countless hours to instil his knowledge and passion for the game in the boys. To all the boys coming up through the ranks – work hard and you will be rewarded but, most importantly, enjoy your Basketball and have fun with your mates. These are memories you will cherish forever. Mr Sean Mecham Coach
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Cricket The Scotch Cricket community experienced another very successful season in 2014/15, with many year groups finishing at the top of their table. The First XI enjoyed a consistent season finishing third in an extremely tough competition. The Years 7s, 8s and 9s enjoyed plenty of success throughout their year, playing great cricket week in, week out and improving dramatically throughout the season. The 7s continued their winning ways, capturing the competition without losing a game; this is the third consecutive year that Scotch has finished top in Year 7. The Year 8s improved as the season went on, only losing a couple of games to strong sides like Hale and CCGS; this year group is one to look out for in the next few years as a lot of strong cricketers are coming through. Finally, the Year 9s had
a consistent season in a tough competition. Throughout the year many players improved their skills and are in very good hands heading into Senior Cricket next year.
hour. Close wins against Guildford, CCGS and Wesley were the highlight of a wonderful season. The squad is young and the future of the top team at Scotch looking very bright.
The Year 10s had a good year despite the loss of three talented players to the First XI side; they had terrific wins against Wesley and Guildford. Plenty of these boys will be pushing for the Firsts next year and this is an exciting prospect. Dean Holder did a terrific job coaching these boys in his first year at Scotch.
Thanks must go to: the parent support group for all the work they put in; Elliot Raiter as the manager of the First XI for his efforts throughout the year; Mr Ted Wishart and Mr Peter Wishart as the bowling coaches, who have put an amazing amount of time and expertise into the Scotch Cricket programme; Mr Gareth Williams and Mr Mark Gale as Heads of both Junior and Senior Cricket, for their tireless effort to make the programme even better; and finally to Mr Mike Hirsch, who continues to lead Scotch Cricket in the right direction – his batting expertise improves our players significantly each year.
The Seconds had an enjoyable season under the guidance of their Year 12 leaders. Many players put in outstanding performances showing the depth that Senior Cricket has. The First XI began an exciting season with a trip to Sydney, which every single boy benefited from and enjoyed. This was the perfect platform to start the boys’ title defence. The team put 100 percent into every game that they played and to their credit took the competition down to a thrilling final
Scotch Cricket is in great hands moving forward into the next season. Jackson Ferri and Declan Hardisty Co-Captains of Cricket
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BACK ROW:
Mr Gareth Williams, Christian Benney, Charles Russell, Cameron Green, Daniel Gollan, Matthew Todd, Mr Elliot Raiter
FRONT ROW:
Bernard Greyling, Hayden Wade, Jackson Ferri, Declan Hardisty, McCarthy Hanlin, Hamish McKenzie
ABSENT:
Mr Mike Hirsch (Head Coach), Mr Pete Wishart (Bowling Coach), Mr Ted Wishart (Bowling Coach), Zaine Welsh
CROSS COUNTRY The 2015 season was every bit as successful as recent years with the team finishing in fourth place overall, a pleasing result that should be commended given the competitive nature and strength showcased by all PSA schools this year. The team completed their first arc of the season at Hale School on a crisp autumn morning where our team outnumbered Hale two to one. Unfit and unready, runners from both schools embarked on a five kilometre course that consisted of two laps up and down the notoriously “Chunder Hill”, a steep and sandy two kilometre incline that had not earned its name lightly; many of us were
familiar with the world of pain we were about to endure. Co-Captain Oliver Green placed first, exhibiting a strong running technique and setting the standard for the rest of the season, however, Scotch was narrowly defeated by Hale overall. It would not be until Round Four that we would claim our first win against Christ Church Grammar. This was a surprising win due to the tricky elements of the course, which consisted of a 500m run on the soft sand of Swanbourne Beach, ultimately testing the fitness of the team. From this point on we would be victorious against Trinity and Guildford Grammar. I would like to acknowledge the commitment from the boys in Years 7, 8 and 9; these boys not only played their respective sport on
Friday afternoons but also joined the Senior boys on Saturday mornings. Without this support the team would not have been so successful. Additionally, the Years 12s did an excellent job in providing leadership and encouragement to the younger boys when it was required. From training with Mr Doney for many years I would like to take this opportunity to thank him personally for his ruthless training regime that truly improved my running and the team’s abilities. Finally, I would like to thank Will Boulden for lending his expertise and knowledge in pre-race warm-up exercises and helpful racing tactics. Cheers for a great season, boys! Josh Jones Co-Captain of Cross Country
BACK ROW:
James Irving, Antonio Baxter, Ridge Mannikko, Bryce Holland, Harry Brown, Dylan Gibbs, Liam Vaughan, Andre Avila
THIRD ROW:
Oscar Harold, Charlie Castleden, Perrin Smith, Jack Couzens, Bailey Flecker, Max Locke, Campbell Millar, Harrison Gilchrist, Arthur Payne
SECOND ROW: Mr Anthony Doney, Anthony Ghiselli, Jaxon Hayden, Dylan Flecker, Bailey Banfield, Jakob Pfau, William Gordon, Sam Wake, Mr William Boulden FRONT ROW:
Jeremy Quinlivan, Alexander Brown, Matthew Burns, Oliver Green (Co-Captain), Joshua Jones (Co-Captain), Patric Beaven, Alistair Cadee, Liam Seagreen
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FOOTBALL The Scotch Football season kicked off in May with all Scotch boys eager to pull on the maroon jumper and represent the College. Judging by the number of footballs flying around the Scotch fields it was clear that all boys, junior and senior, were itching for the season to start. The beginning of the 2015 Alcock Cup competition wasn’t one that we had set ourselves up for, losing the first three games of the season. Our first win came against Christ Church in Round Four, in which we proudly played in our indigenous jumpers
designed by Yarlalu Thomas. This win was a boost to the boys’ confidence after a shellshocked start to the season. Mid-way through the season, with numerous injuries arising, it was great to see the team stand united and rise to the challenge of First XVIII Football. One of the season highlights came in Round Eight when we hosted the reigning premiers Hale on the traditional Gooch Pavilion ground. After an almost ten-goal loss to Hale in the first round of the season it was looking like a tough game. However, from the opening bounce to the final siren the boys displayed a great level of determination, mental toughness, skill and teamwork to see us through to a comfortable twenty-five-point win.
The second half of the season truly revealed the team’s progression, stringing a number of wins together and losing by only a point to the Alcock Cup leading team at the time, Guildford Grammar. Led by Head Coach, Mr Scott Siekierka, and competent coaching staff, Mr Jahn and Don Harley, it was clearly noticeable that the boys respected their valuable knowledge as we progressively strengthened throughout the season. The support network of the SOFAS committee and parents collectively assisted all teams to play the game they love. On behalf of all Scotch Football players, we thank you. Ben Miller Captain of Football
BACK ROW:
Lewis Daisley, Daniel Gollan, Cameron Green, Ruan Greyling, Angus Cribb, Nicholas Allan, Jack Monaghan
THIRD ROW:
Harrison Wroth, Daniel Rosich, Joel Barnden, Yarlalu Thomas, Benjamin Reid, Harrison Milne, Matthew Inman
SECOND ROW: Timothy Walker, Darcy Coleman, Alexander Crump, Thomas Gooch, Lucas Baker, Ben Rushforth, Angus Hunt, Mr Matthew Jahn FRONT ROW:
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Harrison Pluschke, Harrison Riekie, Bailey Banfield, Joshua Bennett, Benjamin Miller, Benjamin Harding, Harry Sinclair, Maximilan Grant, Hugo Coulson
BACK ROW:
Fraser Dudfield, Hugh Whitewood, Ben Webster, Bailey Sones, Angus Grant, Joshua Pearson, Matthew Todd
MIDDLE ROW:
Mr Elliot Raiter, Alexander Cain, Trenton Matthews, Benjamin Piercey, Alistair Murray, Samuel Owen, Mr Jack Martin
FRONT ROW:
Oliver Harding, Matthew Verryn, Timothy Andrew, Sam Munckton, Jackson Ferri, Declan Stick
ABSENT:
Daniel Walker, Jack Henharen
Hockey After three consecutive years of being one win away from the Ray House Cup, the Scotch College First XI managed to win the competition outright for the first time since 2006. In what was a major milestone for the School, the boys lost just two games to secure the cup from both Aquinas and Christ Church. The game of the season was clearly against Aquinas who had previously been unbeaten on their turf. Captain Tim Andrew scored one of the goals of the year, before Alistair Murray finished the game off and delivered Scotch a 2-1 win and a firm belief that they could win the cup. While results did go our way at times, the team deserved every part of their success. Their hard work and dedication were second to none. Strong wins at the back half of the season against Christ Church and Guildford meant the side was one win away from glory. To win the cup outright for the first time in nine years the boys had to win the final fixture
against Trinity. Playing away they knew this would be no easy match and Trinity would do everything they could to prevent a Scotch win. Oliver Harding gave Scotch an early lead by scoring in the first five minutes, however, tensions rose as Trinity equalised shortly before half time. Another goal in the second half put Scotch in front but the in-form Trinity team kept the boys to this score until the last minute when Scotch sealed the competition with a Tim Andrew goal. This capped off the most successful year in Scotch Hockey for some time. Our Year 7s managed to win their competition under the guidance of Mr Lawrence Felgate. Our Year 8s were clearly the strongest side and went undefeated, learning plenty from Mr Peter Freitag, and our Year 9s improved all year under Mr Graeme Walter and Alex Boston. Every boy developed and became a better player throughout the season. Mr Matt Smith led the Year 10s to an undefeated season, with this grade continuing to be one of the School’s strongest teams year after year. Mr George McGeoch led the Thirds to second place, with many players pushing for Seconds selection throughout the year and the Seconds finished runner-up to an
impressive Hale side. Many of these boys will be playing the top grade next season. I would like to thank the following people: the grounds staff for preparing another perfect surface down on Thomas Oval; the UWA Hockey Club, for allowing our senior teams to both play and train on their turf, certainly a move forward for the School; all the coaches and Hockey staff who do a terrific job ensuring the boys get the most out of their Hockey experience at Scotch; Mr Peter Freitag whose passion for the School and the game is so vital to the Hockey programme; Robyn Andrew and the parent group for the unparalleled time and effort they put in, for which we are grateful; and Jack Martin, for leaving his coaching mark on the First XI over the past three seasons – you deserve this trophy as much as the boys do and I thank you for moving Scotch Hockey in the right direction. I hope the boys have enjoyed the season; it certainly has been a great one for the College. Mr Elliot Raiter Coach
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Rowing First VIII BACK ROW:
Mr Bill Hutton, Daniel Wee, Ruan Greyling, Robert Packer, Lachlan Gibson, Mr Grant Ford
FRONT ROW:
Jonathan Ashby, James Fox-Slater, Harry Sinclair, Harry Ayers, Chase Deitner
Rowing Dan Gable, an Olympic wrestling champion said, “Gold medals aren’t really made from gold. They are made of sweat, determination, and a hard-to-find alloy called guts.” Throughout the 2015 season, rowers from the Scotch Boat Club embodied this commitment. Spring Term included the Albany Rowing Camp and the Guildford and Canning time trials, where mixed results left us in little doubt that all crews needed to work hard if we were to enjoy success at the Head of the River. Two camps were held during the Christmas school holidays. The seniors headed off on Tour to South Australia in December while rowers from Years 9 to 12 convened at Champion Lakes in January for a week-long training camp, only to have to return to Scotch that day after an algal bloom closed the course. We were left to train in less than ideal conditions on the Swan River. Further frustration followed when the first and final regattas were cancelled due to the algal bloom and a cyclone warning. It left crews uncertain about how we would measure up against the competition. Throughout the season an eager group of Year 7s took to the water in single sculls, while
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the Year 8s were able to gain some valuable experience racing at lead-up regattas. The Years 9 and 10 divisions had good numbers and improved as the weeks progressed. On Head of the River day we achieved a commendable third place in the C.A. Hamer Cup. The Second VIII had their best race of the season to finish in second place, while the First VIII had a remarkable victory. In front of a 5000-strong crowd, we took the lead in the early stages of the race and showed great fighting spirit to deliver Scotch’s first win in 25 years. The jubilation shown by the entire Scotch Rowing community demonstrated just how special this achievement was to everyone. The First VIII was invited to represent WA in the Pathway VIII crew at the National Selection Trials in Sydney during the April school holidays, where we finished second to a powerful Victorian crew. Rowing boys receive an enormous amount of support throughout the season. We would like to thank: Grant Ford, our Head of Rowing; Bill Hutton, Coach of the First VIII; Grant Bennett and James Hindle, Year Group Coordinators; other coaching staff; the Goland Club; and the Parents Support Group. These people worked tirelessly throughout the season to provide coaching, transport, food, social events and a general backdrop for our programme. The successes of the season were truly a team effort.
One of the hallmarks of 2015 was the unity and inclusiveness of the Boat Club. Rowing is a demanding sport, however, character traits such as dedication, determination and commitment, and the brotherhood formed within the group, are what makes Rowing so unique. I would encourage boys to continue with Rowing as the rewards are far greater than the toil involved. To the departing Year 12 rowers, thank you for the remarkable journey we shared. There is a strong and capable group of rowers who remain at Scotch and I wish you success for the years ahead. Harry Sinclair Captain of Boats Summary of Results Crew
Result
9E Quad
4th
9D Quad
4th
9C Quad
5th
9B Quad
6th
9A Quad
6th
10 Quad
4th
10B VIII
3rd
10A VIII
2nd
Fourth VIII
6th
Third VIII
6th
Second VIII
2nd
First VIII
1st
RUGBY The start of 2015 didn’t exactly go according to plan! Back-to-back losses away at Hale and Wesley meant that to stand a realistic chance of winning the Brother Redmond Cup for the first time since 2001, the team would have to embark on a 10-game unbeaten run. Aquinas, Christ Church, Guildford and Trinity were accounted for in a convincing fashion with the 38–10 score away at Christ Church a particularly pleasing performance. Moving into the second round, having fought our way back, the next two games would go a long way to deciding our fate. Hale and Wesley were defeated in titanic contests at Scotch, while defeat for Hale and a convincing win at Aquinas ensured Scotch went into the break level with Hale at the summit. Before we could focus on the PSA we faced
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JTC for the Scotch Cup and a commanding performance in front of a large Scotch contingent saw us regain the cup with a 42–0 win. Christ Church visited next and was defeated comfortably in what was arguably our most complete performance of the season. Guildford provided a stern challenge, however, we finally ran out 40–13 winners. So it was down to the final week, with both teams locked together on 44 points. At 5–5 at half time and 12–10 with 25 minutes left to play it looked like we might fall short; an inspired 10-minute, four-try performance was enough to see off an incredibly competitive Trinity team and seal a share of the Brother Redmond Cup. The Year 8 team continues to make significant strides; the commitment, dedication and courage this group has shown is an example to all teams. The Year 9s continued to sweep all-comers aside; the run they have put together is really quite remarkable. The Year 10 boys finished a
very impressive season with a wonderful performance against Trinity and a number of boys made their First XV debuts. The Second XV seems to have developed a habit of winning and again 2015 was no different, however, the highlight was surely the drawn game against Hale. A huge thank you to the coaches Mr Gareth Williams and Mr Alex Wood whose efforts throughout the season were greatly appreciated by all the players. Thanks also go to: all the coaches for their efforts, patience and support; Mr Richard Foster and the grounds staff; the Year 12s for their efforts over the last five years and for playing a significant role in our success this year; and finally to all parents for their continued and unwavering support. I wish all the teams the very best of luck for next season. Alexander Markwell Captain of Rugby
Callum Jacobsen, Harrison Mills, Matthew Yelland-Hunter, Isaac Bombara, James Warne, McCarthy Hanlin, Hayden Donnelly, James Fox-Slater
MIDDLE ROW:
Brody Devahasdin, Zain Syed, Michael Cureton, Liam Bayly, Nicholas Gale, Rory Walker, Denver Quantrill, Benjamin Corser
FRONT ROW:
Hugo Shervington, Abraham Potter, Benjamin Moran, Alexander Markwell, Mr Gareth Williams, Joshua Parker, William Siebert, Rory O’Sullivan, Asadollah Hosseini
ABSENT:
Mr Alex Wood
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BACK ROW:
William Allen, Conor McMurtrie, Gregory Jackson, Benjamin Walsh, James Hollingsworth, Patrick Attwell, Adam Brenz-Verca, Antonio Baxter
MIDDLE ROW:
Alistair Dolton, Ahmik Mallawarachi, Andrew Briggs, Nicholas Clarnette, Hugh Allen, Harrison Ashbee, Piers Egerton-Warburton
FRONT ROW:
Roberto Martelli, Emerson Carlberg, Mr Douglas Campbell (Coach), George Boulden (Captain), Mr William Boulden (Coach), Liam Seagreen (Captain), Mr Brad Watson, Marcello Torre, Raffael Torre
Sailing 2015 was an amazing year for Scotch Sailing, with several “firsts” achieved by the boys and our support network. For the first time, Scotch College entered three teams in the State Schools Team Racing Regatta. All three teams did very well, with our A and B teams coming first and second respectively in the keenly fought championship. The regatta was run during the first week of the April school holidays and over twenty teams from around the state competed for the shield. A hard fought regatta resulted in Scotch A competing against Scotch B in the final – a truly remarkable achievement from both teams. The outstanding results in the State Regatta meant that two Scotch teams qualified for the Australian Secondary Schools Team Racing Championship at the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron in Brisbane, held at the end of June. The boys and coaches did very well in this regatta, being narrowly beaten by excellent competition from around the country.
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Riding on the wave of unprecedented success, the College purchased six boats for the sailing team. The purchase was jointly funded the Parents’ Association and the College. This is a significant milestone for Scotch Sailing and represents a substantial cultural shift at the College. The boats are now used for curriculum instruction in the College’s Marine and Maritime Studies course and in 2016 they will be used to support the Outdoor Education Sailing programmes, as well as the recreational programme for boys in the Residential Community. I’d like to thank Dr Alec O’Connell, Mrs Kate Quinn, Mrs Chantal Seagreen and members of the Parents’ Association for their hard work in making the dream of owning our own boats a reality. Our successes on the water would not have been possible without the tireless efforts of our Coaches, Will Boulden and Doug Campbell. These two Old Scotch Collegians trained the boys with precision and determination and I would like to thank them for their efforts on behalf of the boys and parents.
Captaincy was shared this year between Liam Seagreen and George Boulden. The boys did a terrific job managing the younger boys and offering strategic advice to the coaches. Congratulations too, to Emerson Carlberg for being awarded Honours in Sailing for 2015. I look forward to these fine young men contributing to the coaching programme in the future as members of the OSC. This year we farewell Mrs Chantal Seagreen who has been coordinating Sailing Support for many years while her sons Cameron and Liam were members of the Scotch team. During this time Chantal helped to raise the profile of Sailing at Scotch, coordinated various fundraising activities and functions, and has played an important part in creating an official Scotch Sailing team uniform. Chantal was instrumental in the acquisition of our first racing boat fleet and her legacy in this regard will live on for decades. On behalf of past and present members of Scotch Sailing, I thank Chantal for these wonderful contributions. Mr Brad Watson Teacher in Charge of Sailing
SOCCER This year there were seven senior Soccer teams totalling around 80 boys representing Scotch. Watching the sport grow in popularity has been pleasing and over the entire season, for fixtures at Scotch, Soccer has had the largest crowds, which is wonderful for the sport. The Third XI and Second XI both went undefeated throughout the season showing the strength of the sport within the College.
season we had: our wins over Christ Church and Trinity, who shared the Cup.
Reflecting on the past year, feedback has identified two games that defined this season. For many, it was the loss to Guildford and draw with Aquinas that ultimately underpinned our season. But I disagree with them. I think it was two very different games that truly reflect the
The second game was our win against Trinity at home in the middle of the season. The game was at an impasse all day and looked like it would finish that way. However, the team pushed to win a penalty in the dying minutes of the game and we were able to come away with an important 1-0 win.
We played Christ Church in the third match of the season. Being our crosstown rivals, there is always a little extra on the line whenever we play Christ Church. We charged onto the field that day and netted four goals in the opening 25 minutes. This is a prime example of our team’s ability to dominate against quality teams. We had four different goal scorers, which also highlights the breadth of talent across the team. The second half of that game saw us receive a red card, but we held off a Christ Church onslaught to win 4-3. It was a gutsy effort by all that day.
All the players put in a great deal of effort this season and the game we lost, plus others that we drew, were not due to a lack of effort. It came down to all of us trying so hard we didn’t actually think to take a step back and consider the situation. That’s all a part of the learning process we’ve been through this season. The impact the Year 10 boys had on the team this season was years beyond what was expected of them. I have no doubt in my mind that these boys, as demonstrated by the great season the 10As had, will accomplish great things in the future. A huge thank you to the Head of Soccer, Mr Hill, and the First XI coach, Gerry McEwan, and to all the other coaches for their time and dedication to a successful season. It has been a pleasure to be a part of Soccer at Scotch. Good luck to all the teams in 2016. Sebastian Bentley Captain of Soccer
BACK ROW:
Lachlan Parker, Hamish Blanchard, Charles McGuckin, Mcauley Blair, Harrison Patten-Williams, Carlin Feely, Jobah Howell, Jack Bardsley
FRONT ROW:
Philip Singh, Aidan Davies, Emerson Carlberg, Sebastian Bentley, Graeme Stewart, Ryan Hare, William Goyder, Oliver Cheveralls
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Swimming The 2015 Swimming season was a year defined by improvement, both with regard to the boys’ performance and the College’s facilities, as we were able to enjoy the newly heated pool. The Swimming season began in Winter Term of 2014, with some boys venturing into the fully heated Scotch pool to begin their preparation in the hope of improving on previous times, making the Inter-School team, or simply getting fit. Training, however, really kicked off during Spring Term of 2014 as summer sports began. This training saw many of the boys achieving personal best times in the swim meet at the end of the term.
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Training at the start of Summer Term 2015 was difficult but rewarding under the watchful eye of our new swim coaches Deb and Shelley, with help from Mr Grant, Mrs Muni, Mr Burt and Mr Gabriels. Thus, the St Hilda’s meet early in Summer Term was a great way for boys to see how much they had improved, test themselves against the strong Christ Church team and swim some good times, with several boys setting strong personal bests in the lead up to the InterHouse Swimming Carnival. The Carnival was a great event as usual with several records being broken, showing great promise for the upcoming years. These times were reinforced at the School Age Championships, which allowed the boys to get some more accurate touch pad times.
The next big event was the Quads, which was attended by Christ Church, Wesley, Scotch and Trinity. Scotch swam well and came fourth, with lots of personal best times being broken. The Swimming season ultimately culminated in the PSA Inter-School Carnival. Scotch performed valiantly, with many reserves stepping up on the day as some swimmers called in sick. The team had a slightly disappointing result, achieving sixth place in the face of extremely strong opposition, particularly from Hale. However, the strength of the younger years shows great potential for the future of Scotch Swimming and I wish them all the best. Samuel Wilson Captain of Swimming
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Jett Stevenson, Harry Foley, Jesse Witts, Denver Quantrill, Campbell Shaw, Brodie Stephenson, Joel Barnden, Jim Riekie, Logan Deitner, Fletcher Wolpers, Maximillian Silbert, Nicholas Crump, Alexander Eliott-Lockhart, Lawrence Jackson
Fraser Cull, Kelton Mulvay, Nathan Thomas, Thomas Gallagher, Maximilian Grant, Timothy Walker, Riley Walker, William Riekie, Michael Youngleson, Tobias Muir, Lachlan Duffy, Justin Kalugin, Benjamin Gale, Harry Sugars, Hugo Coulson
Rupert Currie, Jock Mactier, Harrison Gilchrist, Charlie Castleden, Jack Jones, Cooper Lindsay, Matthew Khowira, Benjamin Somes, Matthew Simich, Oliver Davis, Aaron Oughtibridge, Joshua Kerrich, Matthew Murphy, Hugo Clegg, Oscar Grant, Benjamin Howie
Nicolas Monger Molowny, Noah Brown, Jesse Coughlan, Christopher Villafuerte, William Reeves, Lachlan Pyne, Hugo Barich, Julian Kyriakou, William Gordon, Giancarlo Kain, Riley Waters, Jaxon Hayden, Campbell McAullay, Bailey Wright, Lachlan Stephenson, Fergus Howell, Jonathan Read
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Harry Adler, Harrison Patten-Williams, Thomas Prior, Mitchell Burt, Cameron Webster, Mr Peter Burt, Alex Milligan, Mr Cas Gabriels, Samuel Wilson, Mrs Kirra Muni, Angus Stewart, Mr Edward Grant, Ruan Greyling, Robert Packer, Harry Sinclair, Joshua Bennett, Ben Rushforth, Timothy Khowira
SECOND ROW: Zaide Moxham, Timothy Andrew, Jarrod Pyne, Joshua Jones, Jack Jagger
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Surfing in 2015 for the first time, Scotch moved Surfing into the PSA sport line-up (Years 7-12) and we now have the results to prove the value of that call! The coaching of juniors at Leighton and seniors at Trigg by Surfing WA coaches, took place in varied conditions for the whole of the winter sport season. The 2015 Scotch College Surfing team was extremely pleased to win the PSA competition held at Scarborough Beach, showing the value of the new training schedule. The junior surfers put together a strong performance, finishing in first place ahead of Hale. Following the Surfing competition, the body-board
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teams were also able to snatch first place with Scotch claiming victory by one point. The 2015 Inter-House competition was moved to Trigg Beach. A strong effort was shown across all year groups and Houses, suggesting a promising future team. Well done to St. Andrew’s House for winning. In the metro competition, competitors from schools across the metropolitan region were welcomed with two to three-foot peaks along Trigg Beach. Unfortunately, Churchlands Senior High School eliminated our senior Surfing team early. This left the junior surfers and both body-boarder division teams to maintain our chance of qualifying for the State School Titles. The Scotch competitors did not disappoint. All three teams qualified for the State Titles allowing Scotch to walk
away with the title of Champion School of Metro Zone Three. The following week at Trigg, competitors were faced with gale-force winds and a solid swell, creating testing conditions. However, the Scotch competitors showcased their talent with all teams making it to the semi-finals. Thank you to all surfers and body-boarders who competed this year. Thanks also to our parents for early drop-offs and late pick-ups, and especially to Mr Rugg (Head of Surfing), Mr Bycroft and Mr Arbuckle. Thanks for all your hard work and commitment to the 2015 season. Hugo Shervington Captain of Surfing
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Kelton Mulvay, Oliver Frey, Angus McConkey, Thomas D Walker, Joshua Parker, Oliver Heath, Nicholas Crump, Alexander Crump
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Laine Mulvay, Thomas Palmer, Riley Walker, Hugo Shervington, Mr Scott Bycroft, Angus Stewart, Fletcher Wolpers, Tobias Hector, Harley Waddell
Tennis Scotch College has again presented itself well throughout the 2015 season, with not only skill on the court but with sportsmanship worthy of the tradition and values of the College. With a core group of experienced players in the Firsts there was a sense of camaraderie within the team. The team really came together during a tough first fixture against Aquinas with a tight 13-11 loss. After that setback, in addition to a few injuries, the team came up against a strong Christ Church team. The result was a tight loss in which the boys performed admirably,
in particular Jack Lyttle playing at number one, who notched up a hard fought win against a very strong opponent on his way to an undefeated season. Following the early setbacks the team rebounded extremely well dropping only nine more sets for the rest of the season against Wesley, Hale, Trinity and Guildford. This string of dominant performances led to Reverend Chas Lewis labelling the side as the strongest team he has ever coached to not win the Corr Cup. This statement revealed the strength of the team and despite not taking home the silverware, it left the Scotch side with a sense of fulfilment at the end of the season. Thanks must go to Guy Eddington for his constant efforts to prepare the boys for each match throughout the season.
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Rigby Dowland, Benjamin Mahon, Harry Burrell, Ben Webster, Christopher Lawrance
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Simon Ferreira, Bailey Banfield, Rev Chas Lewis, Jack Lyttle, Connor Enslin
Other successful teams this year were the 10Bs and 10Cs who went through undefeated which was a tremendous effort. The majority of Scotch Tennis teams finished in the top half of their competitions. With this kind of talent in the younger teams, all bodes well for Scotch in future years, and with only two Year 12s and some strong Year 11 leaders and players the team’s core should again challenge for the Cup next year. We wish them the best of luck for the 2016 season. In the final term of 2015, Scotch First VII has remained undefeated in preparation for the 2016 W.R. Corr Cup Bailey Banfield and Jack Lyttle Co-Captains of Tennis
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Mr Richard Hales, Lewis Walker, Michael Cureton, Bailey Banfield, Maxwell Hunter, Lachlan Phillips, Mr Justin Creighton
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Hugo Shervington, Benjamin Harding, Brody Devahasdin, Matthew Verryn, Rory Walker, Harrison Riekie
Touch Rugby Touch Rugby was a new sport at Scotch this year. In the previous year Mr Justin Creighton, a Scotch teacher and coach of the Australian Mixed Touch team, had arranged for a group of Rugby boys to play in the third division of the Rosalie competition. They did not train for this and played on top of their regular Scotch sport. In Spring Term of 2014 Scotch offered Touch Rugby as a sport. Unfortunately Mr Creighton could not be tempted away from coaching Volleyball and so Michael Beatty, a student and under-21 representative, was charged with the task of producing a team capable of competing in the first division. Initially the team struggled and were on the losing end of some big scores, but given time they improved and finished fifth out of ten in the first division of the Rosalie competition, and narrowly lost their last game of the season, which would have seen them sneak into the semi-finals. Team Captain, Brody Devahasdin, injected significant speed and allowed the team to move forward. He was well supported by some key Year 12s including Ben Harding,
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Harrison Reikie, Hugo Shervington, Matthew Verryn, Ben Miller and George Houston. Lachlan Phillips and the two Walker brothers, Rory and Lewis, were the key playmakers and their elusiveness developed throughout the season. Year 11s Mikey Cureton and Max Hunter were the two wingers, who were joined by paceman Asadollah Hosseini. Bailey Banfield, who was a Firsts Tennis player but had played Touch Rugby before, added significant direction to the attack when he was available. Scotch also had three teams playing in the Youth Competition on Thursday nights. Some of the teams were much younger, so the best games were against other Scotch teams. As part of this competition was played during the holidays we were grateful to the large number of boys that filled in as substitutes. Hildebrandt’s “Hackers” key players were Billy Ward, Charles Barblett, Sam Zani, Tristan Lee, Darcy Armstrong, Lucas Beacham. They finished second to arch-rivals, the “Heroes”. Bushnell’s “Bandits” consisted mostly of boarders. Key players included Florent Mortier, Jayden Travers, David Graham, Mack Ratten, Solomon Little, James Wilson, Darcy MacDougal and Chris di Russo; they finished the season fourth overall. Hales’ “Heroes” were a Brisbane House team with some key Year 12s in Michael Albany, Aidan Davies,
Fraser Bulleid and “Captain Hook” (Marcus). Flynn Davies, Cameron Wade and Angus Warman, plus a large number of substitutes including Joey Belcastro, Hugo Palmer, Chris Watts and Carlin Feely, supported them. The “Heroes” lost their first game to team “Orange” but won the rest of the games and the Youth Division at Rosalie Park. Finally, the Youth teams travelled to St Stephen’s Duncraig to play against three mixed Year 12 teams, with the “Heroes” narrowly coming out on top. To finish the Touch Rugby season a four-aside House competition was played on the Chapel oval during the last weeks of Summer Term. The final placings were: 1. 2. 3. 4.
Anderson Cameron Ferguson Brisbane
Overall, the Scotch Touch team developed a great deal throughout the season and has produced a solid base of players from which to go forward next year. Thank you to all the coaches and the parents for their support in the first year of Touch Rugby. Mr Richard Hales Teacher in Charge of Touch Rugby
TRIATHLON 2015 was another great season for Scotch College’s Triathlon team, which in recent years has grown larger and more popular throughout the School. The season consisted of several events in which the team would compete but, unlike previous years, one of these events was Tim’s Ride, an event that raises awareness of road safety. This event plays an important role in our community as this year we have been permitted to ride on the open road. It is truly the next step for Triathlon as a sport, as the skills and benefits of riding on the road are unparalleled in comparison to static trainers. Another great benefit of road riding is that it allows parents to actively
engage with the students, creating a safer environment for us to train in and assisting us to learn and improve our skills under the direction of our coach, Mr Felgate.
triathlon the very next morning was an interesting combination, but it was one that complemented the character of the fine young men who embarked on the journey.
The initial two races we competed in were the State School Trials and the Leftbank Triathlon, where Scotch students have performed exceptionally well, with a few even qualifying for the state team. It was noticeable that every single student gave his all from the start of the race through to the end, a task not for the faint-hearted, especially at such young ages.
The season could not have run any better thanks to the support of the parents, picking up the boys after training and helping out in any way possible. A thank you to all the students who took Triathlon as their chosen sport, who behaved in a respectable manner at all times and encouraged every single student during competition. Finally, without the management, coaching and even participation of Mr Felgate during trainings and competitions, Triathlon would never have grown to the extent that it has today.
Our final event was an overnight stay in Narrogin, where the parents of a fellow triathlete extended their hospitality to 17 students, a definite highlight as the season came to a close. The chance to do hard labour on a farm and then compete in a
Matthew Khowira Captain of Triathlon
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Charlie Castleden, Matthew Khowira, Harrison Bennie, Blake Lindquist, Oliver Baddeley, Jack Fairweather, Charles Mills, Matthew Moore
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Izaac Cocca, Benjamin Steinberg, James Coulson, Rupert Currie, Joshua Ziepe, Gyles Davies, Jack Jagger, Samuel McConachy
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Benjamin Woodley, Samuel Hector, Daniel Wiese, Mr Lawrence Felgate, Henry Edwards, Christopher Villafuerte, James Kerr, Oliver Stewart
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Volleyball Scotch Volleyball took another very big step forward this year, firmly establishing themselves as title contenders. What made this so special was that we put together performance after performance where the boys had to just dig in and fight for the results. Not gifted at all with the height you would normally expect to see in a Firsts Volleyball team, we had to modify the style of game that we played as we simply could not contend trying to play a power style game, where the focus is above-the-net Volleyball. Instead, with dedicated focus on
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foundation skills and defense, we built a very successful game plan around “never letting the ball die”. This meant simply that we became the best team in the competition at consistently getting the ball back up, keeping it alive, returning it and forcing the opposition to reset. We became very effective at this and we won numerous games where we were significantly outgunned, but not outmanoeuvred. Alex Allcock firmly established himself as the most devastating player in the PSA, but it was his pass that helped the team out most as this was core to the style of game. Jordan Doull (who started the season not being able to reach over the net) made tremendous
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Jordan Doull, André Stanley, Guy Straker, James Shackleton, Chris Manai
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Alexander Allcock, Patrick Triglavcanin, Mr Justin Creighton, Samuel Wilson, Jack Henharen
gains in his setting ability and offered greater consistency as the season progressed. Captain Patrick Triglavcanin was another big improver and matured in his leadership as he grew into the role. I am very proud of the boys and they can feel very proud of themselves also. They have changed the face of Volleyball at Scotch and given the sport a much needed injection of energy. The profile of Volleyball at Scotch is on the up and that is thanks to the legacy that this team has left behind them. Mr Justin Creighton Teacher in Charge of Volleyball
Water POLO Water Polo is a sport that is rapidly growing in participation numbers in this State. At Scotch College the number of students playing the sport reflects this trend. The number of Scotch teams participating in the PSA and their level of skill continues to grow, and sustained success at all levels will soon be in our grasp. The Firsts displayed a diversity of talent in 2015 with students from Years 9 to 12 donning the maroon and gold bathers in the pool. Many members of the team represented Western Australia and Australia in various carnivals throughout the year, reflecting the team’s raw talent and ability. Unfortunately, the team’s performance in the PSA competition lacked consistency.
We started with a comprehensive win over Aquinas and finished with a competitive two-goal loss to Hale, the joint winners of the Dickinson Shield in 2015. However, it was a one-goal loss and a draw to the less talented sides of Christ Church and Trinity that denied the Firsts the ultimate prize. The Firsts were privileged to have Mr Peter Tresise as their coach. His international and national Water Polo experience was reflected in new team tactics, effective training and significant development of the more junior players. The Seconds, Thirds, Fourths and Fifths experienced more victories than losses. By the end of the season all of these teams were forces to be reckoned with in their respective divisions. Very few PSA schools have the number of skilled Water Polo players required to form five senior teams.
top Old Boys as coaches of the eams. In addition, experienced coaches such as Digby Edwards, Tibor Seress and Holly Richmond have added to the development of the Water Polo programme. A successful Scotch Water Polo season such as 2015 cannot occur without the Parent Support Group, plus general parent support poolside and for accompanying us on those early morning starts, and for this we thank them. Thank you to the boys for their enthusiasm and effort in all teams. Success at all levels is imminent and the fun in the pool will continue. Thomas Prior Captain of Water Polo
Scotch College Water Polo is establishing a fine tradition of welcoming back former
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Mitchell Atkinson, Christian Kyriakou, Connor Smith, Thomas Prior, Angus Stewart, Lachlan Mackenzie, Max Garbutt-Wilkins, Mr Peter Tresise
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Oliver Davis, Matthew Simich, Tobias Muir, Harry Adler, Lachlan Vos, Hamish Anderson, Hugo Coulson
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50 MILE WALK The 50 Mile Walk is a challenge offered to Year 11 boys in Anderson, Shearer and Stuart Houses; depending on numbers, boys from other houses may also join the walk.
For many years MLC has been involved but this year PLC accepted the offer and 17 girls joined the 21 Scotch boys. Prior to the actual walk the group undertook two practice walks totalling 25 miles which introduced the group to the pace and the “buddy” system. On Friday August 21 the group departed Scotch College and arrived at Moray full of excitement. After a bbq dinner the group moved into the hall for some icebreaker activities and to prepare feet for the walk, a ritual that has developed in recent years. The next morning at 3am the group was woken by the sound of bagpipes played by Will Regan and there was a sense of anticipation as the group prepared for departure. We were ready to leave early and, after a few warm-up stretches, headed out of Moray to a stirring rendition of “Amazing Grace”. The first hour passed quickly as the group kept up a steady pace and as the sun rose we approached our breakfast stop at Christmas Creek and were greeted by our support staff (Mr Cordner, Ms Enfield-Kirk and Mrs Fitzgibbon) who had been working hard to ensure that the croissants were warm
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and the drinks were hot. There was renewed energy in the group as we said farewell and headed down the track, avoiding puddles and trudging uphill through the mud. By the time we reached our lunch stop at Tony’s Bend there were some tired legs and the beginnings of blisters. The 20-minute break gave the walkers the chance to elevate their legs and change shoes and socks. The afternoon stretch followed the Murray River out past Yarragil and back, before we arrived at Baden Powell for dinner. As the sun sank lower on the horizon we were piped into the dinner stop by Will. This was the walkers’ last 20-minute stop for the day and gave us time to refuel and prepare for the cold and dark night ahead. After dinner the temperature dropped, as did some spirits. However, students supported each other, sang songs, told riddles and before long, we reached the town of Dwellingup. Family members and support staff greeted the walkers with warm drinks, hugs and words of encouragement as we commenced the final leg of the walk into Moray.
As we reached the top of the final hill the walkers linked arms and were piped across a finish line. Following some short speeches, including the handing over of “The Last Nail” from Scotch to PLC, it was off to bed for a well-earned rest. I would like to congratulate all the walkers who accepted the challenge and completed the 50 Mile Walk. It is a unique and challenging event, however, the sense of achievement makes it all worthwhile and I encourage boys in future years to embrace this opportunity. The 50 Mile Walk would not be possible without the help of staff from both PLC and Scotch College, including Mrs Nanette Smith and her husband Paul who provided medical aid to the walkers. I would personally like to thank Mr Scott Galipo for his tireless efforts in the months leading up to the walk. Lachlan Mackenzie
2015 USA Basketball Tour The Scotch basketball squad of Mr Mecham, Mr Jackson, Will Regan, James Warne, Ben Metcalfe, Lau Penaia, Matthew McDonald, Bede Hunt, Ridge Mannikko, Eric Gibson, James McCormick, Lucas Sheridan, Jakheen Coaby, Zac Cheir, Denzel Jackson and Isaac Mecham departed Perth with a clear focus of both developing a strong team rapport and improving our basketball game as we prepare for the PSA competition for 2016. We touched down in Los Angeles, California and made our way straight to the coast of Santa Monica where we stayed for a week. We made the most of the sports scene in LA. We saw the LA Clippers beat Orlando Magic at the Staples Center. The next night we returned to the Staples Center, this time we saw an ice hockey game, with the LA Kings defeating the Tampa Bay Lightning. On the following night we made our way to the Galen Center to watch a College game of basketball with the USC Trojans taking on the Idaho Vandals. On the Tuesday we made our way to Anaheim to the host school of the basketball tournament, Fairmont Preparatory Academy. Here we would face our first game of the tournament versus Warren High School. Like all American teams they played a quick, aggressive, fast paced and outside shooting style. The Scotch team was very competitive as they adapted to the faster pace of the
game and held on for the first half, but the third quarter, saw Warren High School take it up another gear as they built a lead that could not be reeled in by the Scotch team. Best player’s for the Scotch team were Lau Penaia, Will Regan and James McCormick. On Wednesday, we made our way to Venice Beach, where we trained on the famous courts as well as checking out the skate park, Muscle Beach and the many stalls along the Venice Boardwalk. We then returned to Anaheim for our second game versus the Aquinas Hawks. Again, very similar to the first game, the Scotch team was competitive for the first three quarters, but consistency for all four quarters is required to win games of basketball. Best player’s for the Scotch team were Lau Penaia, Matthew McDonald, Zac Cheir and Ben Metcalfe. On Thursday and Friday we trained at the YMCA in Santa Monica and the outside courts at Santa Monica Beach. On Saturday, we had our last game of the tournament versus Fairmont Preparatory Academy. We were faced with a small, quick team who we could not contain. Best player’s for the Scotch team were Jakheen Coaby, Ben Metcalfe and James McCormick. We packed up and got into the vans and made our way north towards San Francisco. We drove for two hours and stayed on the coast of Santa Barbara. The following day we drove to Gilroy, where we spent 3 hours shopping. The following day we set off towards San Francisco and soon we were driving across the Golden Gate Bridge towards the Marin Headlands. San Francisco was the place where the Scotch team needed to get back to the basics of basketball. We made several
visits to the Sunset Recreation Center, split the boys into teams of four and joined the local pick up basketball roster. The boys were playing against predominately university students and they responded with a bit of determination. Street basketball rules are simple, defense calls fouls, the first team to score 12 points wins and the winning team stays on the court to face the next challenging team. The team of James McCormick, Ben Metcalfe, Ridge Mannikko and Denzel Jackson won 9 games in a row and were undefeated for 2 hours. It was here, playing street ball where the boys shone and showed their true spirit. On Wednesday we travelled to Oakland to watch the reining World Champions, Golden State Warriors play against the Phoenix Suns at the Oracle Arena. We were lucky enough to be invited to the pre-game warm up, where we were up close and personal to last year’s MVP and Championship player, Steph Curry, who put on a show both in the warm up and the game. Shooting guard, Klay Thompson scored 43 points up to three quarter time and the rest of the Warriors had an impressive win against the Suns. Our trip back to Los Angeles was a scenic drive along the West Coast and we made our way back to Santa Monica for one more night. The final day in the States, had one more training session on Santa Monica Beach and then a visit to Universal Studios, before going to LAX for a long flight home from the West Coast of USA to the West Coast of Australia. Mr Sean Mecham Teacher
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Bibbulmun Track 2011-2015 – A Students’ Perspective! “In 2011, 32 Year 8 boys drove up to Kalamunda, excited with their day packs filled with a bottle of water, a sandwich for lunch, and five jumbo size snap lock bags filled with assorted lollies, Chupa Chups and chocolate bars for the purpose of fuelling them for a one day walk to Mundaring Weir. This was the start a long journey of windy paths and old vehicle tracks that turned a 400km drive down the Albany Highway into a 1,000km trek – a trek that ultimately helped to turn these young flat-fringe, bowl-cut country boys into young men. This was our introduction to the Bibbulmun Track. Five years later, 17 young men from Keys House walked into Albany to complete one of the greatest challenges of their lives. In Year 9 we had a four-day walk and a seven-day walk. This was where we would first experience what the Bib Track had to offer, with rolling hills and breathtaking views of the forest around Mount Cooke, just south of Perth. One of these hills was Mount Wells or ‘Mount Tic’ as the boys called it, due to the infestation we suffered whilst we were there. By the time that Year 10 came around, the Bib Track had become voluntary and this meant that we had some boys drop out for different reasons. We did, however, still have a large group of boys eager as ever to go out to give the track another crack. By the end of Year 11 the boys were seasoned Bib Track walkers ready for the challenges of the final two sections of the track. The first walk of Year 12 lived up to our expectations with breathtaking scenery, long smooth beaches, amazing views and soft slippery sand dunes. Walpole to Peaceful Bay was the best walk so far along the track. Reaching our first beach near Peaceful Bay was a moment that had us realising how far we had come, and how little we had left to go. The final Year 12 walk of the Bibbulmun Track began with a rough wake up at 5:15 after returning home from the Scotch Year 12 Ball After’s at 3:30am. This final walk was the first walk that the Outdoor Education staff had allowed us to organise our own meals, which meant the end of carrying vegetables and fruit, except for Hunty who decided it would be a great idea to bring 1kg of carrots and a capsicum that he was convinced was called a zucchini. Walking into Denmark was a relief to all, as we got to sleep in cabins with real beds and a barbecue for dinner. The final morning was one we had been looking forward to since we walked that first kilometre in Kalamunda. As we walked nearer to Albany we could see the winding trail and as we looked across to the city of Albany, now only three or four kilometres away we realised however, that we still had 8km to go! Henry Murdoch OSC 2013, donned his Pipe Band outfit, puffed up his pipes and escorted us into the Southern Terminus, and the end became a realisation. Walking across that line with 17 of your mates behind the bagpipes is a really rewarding and fulfilling moment. Throughout the 1003km of the track we were fortunate enough to walk with many Scotch teaching staff as well as specialists from outside the school. We were also supported by staff who did all the re-supplying and all the boys are very appreciative of their efforts. The best way to describe the boarders out on the track would be to compare them with a tree full of galahs, always talking with phrases and sayings that get repeated again and again and again. It just never stops. The banter was also great fun. Committing to a 1003km walk over five years is a real challenge. We strongly recommend the younger boys continue walking the track, as it will be an experience you will never forget.” Harry Ayres and Riley Noble Year 12 Scotch College ‘Keys House’ End-to-Enders
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Big Bang BLAST
Just before the May long weekend, 24 boys and staff flew to Sydney and then travelled by road to Port Macquarie. For the entire Tour party this was their first experience at the Big Band Blast, an event showcasing big bands and jazz music, which features bands from all corners of Australia. This year’s Big Band Blast had 32 Big Bands performing and Scotch College featured our Tour jazz ensemble and eight-piece vocal ensemble Scotch Vox. Our “Blast” experience started on Friday with rehearsals in our accommodation. Both ensembles managed to tweak their performance pieces and entertain the local caravan park residents at the same time. The Big Band Blast opening concert on Friday night featured a wide variety of ensembles from the east coast of Australia, led by the artistic director John Morrison. Performances ranged from a primary school jazz ensemble to the Judy Bailey’s tertiary band, the Jazz Connection, to arguably one of the best student ensembles in the country, the NSW Arts Unit Jazz Orchestra. Saturday was performance day for all groups. The Scotch ensembles performed a 50-minute set of music and started with four numbers from the Jazz Ensemble featuring solos from
Nicholas Clarnette (tenor sax), Angus Warman (piano), Harrison Nicholls (trombone) and William Goyder (alto sax). The band was well-received by the audience. In the middle of the set, Scotch Vox sang their numbers and the appreciative audience around the Scotch stage grew significantly. The band came on to play two charts that were a highlight of their set featuring Matthew Simich (guitar), Stuart McCowan (keyboard), Ebunoluwa Daramola (drums) and William Goyder (alto sax) to a most enthusiastic audience. The Saturday night, Latin-themed concert featured Party Mambo and the 3B Horns performing in the style of Tito Puente. Staff were impressed that a number of talented Scotch musicians also managed to show their style on the dance floor with Harry Broun leading one of several conga lines. Sunday provided the unique experience of a street parade. 600 musicians and many drummers took to the footpath around the river at Port Macquarie to play a number
of charts in a New Orleans style march. Led by John Morrison, all participants were encouraged to wear a crazy hat and had three criteria to meet: play strong – the louder the better, rhythm players bring something to hit, and if it rains it doesn’t matter. The Scotch musicians once again rose to the occasion. The rain mostly held off, the parade finished and the Scotch contingent marched back to our accommodation performing one of their signature tunes, “Chewin’ the Fat”. After a short break, the remainder of Sunday featured workshops by the headline performers and boys attended vocal and percussion workshops as well as hearing the amazing Jazz Connection again. Overall, the musicians all had a great experience. Thank you and congratulations to everyone involved in the Big Band Blast 2015. Stuart McCowan, William Goyder, Mr Tim Simspon
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Expedition
SEA KAYAKING Ningaloo Reef, a sea kayak and five days – “I’m in.” What an amazing trip from the get-go as the boys were treated to the spoils of Exmouth and the Ningaloo Reef. Upon arrival we headed straight for the water, despite feeling a little worse for wear following the long bus ride from Perth. Our guides were keen to get us on the water knowing that the moderate head wind would be a great challenge for us on day one. Keen to see that turquoise water and sleep on the beach, no one seemed fazed by a little saltwater spray in the face. Working in pairs we paddled our way north from Yardie Creek to find our home amongst the sand dunes. Here we got our first lesson in cooking while sea kayaking – “Sand is not a spice.” Good advice for any situation one might think. As a group, the boys managed themselves really well to take on all the new information, equipment and skills required in this new environment. Preparing yourself for an
expedition of this calibre was a big learning curve for the boys and involved packing the kayaks so your gear stayed dry and so you could remember where you left your hat. The need to focus on this self-management soon became apparent. As a group we saw how our actions affected others; with efficiency we could spend more time on the water and under the water too, so that’s what we did. It wasn’t long before the boys were chasing reef sharks, turtles and thousands upon thousands of fish amongst the World Heritage listed coral reef. We were able to snorkel right from the beach and straight out of our kayaks from moorings. Sea kayaks give such amazing access to areas that would otherwise be very difficult to explore, and we were able to cruise over the
shallow reefs or sandbanks of Mangrove Bay where the stingrays like to rest. At one point kayaks were pulling alongside Logger Head Turtles over a metre long that would throw out a bow wave as they moved through the water. The coast has so much to offer: one day we pulled the kayaks up and took a walk into Mandu Mandu Gorge of the Cape Range National Park to see some cute little blackfooted rock wallabies and observe the reef from a high vantage point. Much was learned about the effort that goes into organising yourself on such an expedition, about kayaking skills, the reef and its hidden wonders, and for each boy a little something about themselves. Mr Drew Templar
CLIMBING & CAVING On an early Monday morning, everyone gathered around the Outdoor Education storeroom ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime. After a long bus ride down to Margaret River, we were dropped off near Moses Rocks in the Leeuwin Naturaliste National Park; this was where we met the staff from Outdoor Discoveries who were going to help us throughout the week. We hiked about six kilometres to our first wild campsite with amazing ocean views. After a good night’s sleep and a rushed breakfast, we set off to the Wilyabrup rock-climbing site where we conducted our first abseils. We started off doing a small 12-metre abseil to gain our confidence and practise the skill of bottom breaking. After a short break we went climbing on the 50-metre sea cliffs; some boys found this very challenging, however, with encouragement and perseverance we were able to see many boys overcome fears and reach the top. Several boys finished the day with a 40-metre abseil down “Stainless Steel”. Over the next two days we hit up another four abseils across multiple sites including WI16 and Brides Cave, an abseil-only cave
that very few people ever enter. Within this cave were the remains of marsupials that had fallen into the cave and become trapped until taken by starvation, dehydration or the colony of tiger snakes that live within the cave. After this we then made our way to our next campsite, amongst the Karri trees. On the second last day we abseiled into Calgardup Cave and went exploring through this cave system. Brett from Outdoor Discoveries took us deep into the cave, to parts not open to the general public; to reach some parts we had to crawl and climb through gaps that were barely bigger than us. On behalf of all the boys who attended, I would like to thank Mr Brogden and the Outdoor Discoveries staff for operating this wonderful Expedition. I would highly recommend this Expedition to any boy who wants to have a great Expedition week and explore a part of Margaret River. Mr Shawn Brogden Curriculum Leader – Outdoor Education
CAPE TO CAPE In 2015, 28 boys set off from Scotch early on a Monday for the long bus ride to Margaret River. This would be the last time for many days that boys would be carried; soon they would set their feet on the Cape to Cape Track and carry their lives on their backs for five days. The boys were split into two groups and buddied up to share food and shelter. Half of the group walked from the Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse near Dunsborough in pursuit of the second half who started from Injidup beach. Day one was easy walking with only a half day on foot after travelling south, some snacks and some fluffing around on the way to the boys’ first camp. Then it was every man for himself to secure the best camp site, cook dinner and clean up before a magnificent first night’s sunset. All in all, the entire track takes seven to eight days and is 135 kilometres in length. With only five days we chose the best bit and completed just over half of the entire length, giving the boys plenty of time to enjoy small water holes, long lazy beaches and the renowned sweeping views of Australia’s most famous surf coast. Other than some spectacular views and campsites, the highlight for the boys was reported as being the night at the Prevelly Caravan Park where we got a hot shower and Mr Brogden delivered our resupply of fresh clothes and food. We extend our thanks to the people that hiked with the boys: Kali Groome, Mrs Bermingham, Oli Harding and former student Matt Nixon. Without these people leading and looking after the boys, these opportunities would not be possible. Mr Shawn Brogden Curriculum Leader – Outdoor Education
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Expedition Canoeing Fourteen boys participated in the Year 10 Canoeing Expedition this year. Unfortunately, the water level wasn’t super high, which meant we did scrape our way down some of the river, but most of the time we had a relaxing cruise for four days on the Murray River. The sun shone, the wind was at our backs and there wasn’t a concern to be had. On the first day, we headed down to the river to reintroduce the boys to the canoes, have a bit of a splash around and go through some basic strokes and rescues. Then we headed back to Moray to pack our gear and food for the next three days into barrels, which we would take on our journey. For the most part, the barrels are waterproof unless, however, you forgot to do the lid up… We travelled along slowly, not having to paddle ridiculous distances or participate in any marathon-style paddling. There were sleep-ins, morning coffees, cooked lunches and afternoon naps. Sunbaking at Island Pool
EXPEDITION SURFING This year we had 21 students attended the Margaret River Surf Expedition. Students began the expedition early on Monday morning by loading up the bus and trailer with their food and equipment for the week. We arrived in Margaret River and set up for the week at Wharncliffe Mill before preparing for an afternoon of surfing. The boys were greeted with near perfect surf conditions at Gracetown and were split into two groups based on their skill ability. The more experienced group was led out to “South Point” surf break and the intermediate group enjoyed fun waves at “Hussas” surf break just inside the Gracetown bay. Days two and three saw a strong northnortheast wind blow and the boys were forced into the protected surf breaks around Gas Bay. Students surfed both beach and reef breaks and some fun waves were had. Day four featured more strong northerly winds and an early morning surf at Gas Bay with local up-and-coming surfer Jacob Wilcox was a highlight for many boys. Jacob’s
speed on the waves was fantastic to watch and he was keen to interact with the students in the water, sharing his knowledge and experiences with the boys. That afternoon we visited two shaping bays and the boys had a chance to see the board making process and some of the theories behind board shapes and designs. The coaching from some of Margaret River’s best surfers throughout the week was a highlight for many of the students. Josh Palmateer, who is an ex-World Tour surfer, gave each student some wonderful one-on-one coaching, and having former World number two Ryan Harding teaching the bodyboarders was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Mr Drew Templar Outdoor Education
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on day two was definitely a highlight. The boys could have stayed there but we decided to put a few more kilometres on the clock, which made for a complete return journey to Moray totalling roughly 25 kilometres all up. The final night back at Moray meant we could all shower and clean up, unpack and clean our barrels and canoes, and then sit down around the pizza oven. There’s nothing quite like a wood fired pizza to end a brilliantly relaxed adventure. Mr Alistair Steele Outdoor Education
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Why are pirates, pirates? Because they “ARrrrrrre.” Did you see that latest pirate movie? It was rated “Rrrrrr.” What’s a pirate’s favourite letter? You’d think it would be the “R” but it be the “C” (sea). Upon seeing the boat the jokes went on and on, a true pirate ship. The STS Leeuwin II is Western Australia’s own tall ship, a threemasted barquentine with over 810 square metres of sail and an overall length of 55 metres. Launched in 1986, STS Leeuwin II is Australia’s largest sail training tall ship. Totally at the whim of the weather, eight boys boarded the Leeuwin feeling a little nervous and ill prepared. So many unknowns lay beyond the break wall of the Fremantle Port. To spend six days at sea is a confronting concept for some and full credit to our boys for taking the challenge on. We were soon met by our Captain and crew and divided into our watches, which would be our close family for the days to come. This was to be no cruise; sunbaking and whale watching (although it did happen at times) would have to wait. We were there to sail. We soon learned about all the moving
parts of the ship and how our combined efforts could move this ship out of the safety of the harbour, fulfilling the true purpose of a ship. Literally relying on each other and working together, we moved massive yardarms and hauled sails weighing the same as my car to sail away, following the dolphins on our first voyage. Throughout the next few days our boys and other trainees were taught the ins and outs of sailing tall ships. This was all leading up to the “take over day” where the whole crew of trainees, including our boys, would run the ship independently for a day. Being a working ship, the Leeuwin would not sail itself. The boys found themselves standing at the helm, on watch or climbing the mast even if it was 3am. As they experienced the long four-hour watches through the night and the ever-beating sun during the day, the crew started to feel the exhaustion of sailing. Only a few fell victim to seasickness, enough
to slow some but not discourage their spirit so they could still get the most out of every opportunity. When we dropped anchor near Rottnest Island all were keen to put their feet on solid ground, have a run, play some beach cricket and take a swim. We zig-zagged our way across the ocean as far north as Lancelin and back again, watching the sun as it rose and set, whales breaching and dolphins jumping. We had near-perfect weather, great comradeship and a whole wealth of new knowledge and skills. The boys established a strong presence in the “take over day” and as a whole crew we didn’t sail into the reef. Full credit must go to the guys who climbed to the top of the highest mast to read the plaque only known to those who read it for themselves. Mr Peter Webster Outdoor Education Assistant
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HISTORY TOUR On April 1, boys from Years 11 and 12, accompanied by Mr Bradley, Mr Hindle and Mr Bennett, departed on the History Tour. During this tour the boys would visit various countries and consolidate their classroom knowledge, allowing them to experience places they had only read about in textbooks and seen in documentaries. As we are currently commemorating the centenary of WWI, our first destination, Turkey, was of particular importance to Australian history. Staying in the town of Çanakkale with our zany guide, Macet Bogday, we set off to various locations along the Gallipoli peninsula where the ANZACs landed 100 years ago. Visiting iconic locations such as the Nek, Anzac Cove and Lone Pine put into perspective the once harsh and perilous terrain that the ANZACs fought in. While visiting the site of the Battle of Lone Pine, we placed a wreath on behalf of Scotch and individually took time to tell the group about family members who had served in any war, irrespective of which country they fought for. From the chaotic streets of Turkey we then travelled to Germany, where the bulk of our journey would be spent. Starting in Munich, we toured the city and saw some of the places famous for their importance during the rise of Nazism in Germany, such as Odeonsplatz where the famous Beer Hall Putsch took place. We then visited the German concentration camp Dachau, used to imprison political enemies of the Reich. With our guide, who looked like an older Christoph Waltz, we learned of the many crimes that the Reich committed against its own people; although gas chambers were built they were never used, however, many thousands still perished due to mistreatment at the hands of the Nazis.
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Nuremberg, the Nazi’s propaganda capital, was the next stop. While there, we visited the monumental Nazi Party rally grounds and the iconic Zeppelin Field where Hitler addressed the people at countless rallies. We then made a short incursion into Poland, primarily to visit the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp. Personally, as someone whose family is Jewish, this profoundly affected me, as it did others I’m sure. I still vividly remember the emotions that I felt while at the camp and those memories will stay with me forever. Returning to Germany, we stayed on the east side of Berlin in a refurbished Soviet apartment block. Here we transitioned from Nazi Germany to the Cold War, visiting the German Parliament (Reichstag), Checkpoint Charlie and Potsdam; it was a great place for us to explore on our own and go shopping. Our final two days were spent in the beautiful city of Prague in the Czech Republic where we did some sightseeing and learned about the Velvet Revolution. The History Tour was an amazing experience that I implore any boy who enjoys history to consider going on. Finally, I would like to thank the teachers who put up with us, and in some cases each other, during those two weeks. It was an unforgettable experience. Max Silbert
Indonesian Tour
This marks the fourth year that the Indonesian Study Tour has been running and each year we have offered different activities and challenges. Five Scotch boys (Camden Whitney-Hopkins, Atle Edgar, Sebastian Ramsay, Lewis Daisley and Fraser Cull) and two accompanying teachers (Wilfred Liauw and Jared Faint) stayed in Indonesia for sixteen days in three Indonesian cities in March-April 2015. In Jogjakarta, we cooperated with ACICIS (Australian Consortium for ‘In-Country’ Indonesian Studies) to ensure that the programme ran smoothly. Students participated in an intensive Indonesian language class at a language association under the auspices of the Sanata Dharma University. At the end of the programme, students were required to give a five-minute presentation. They were very nervous, especially as there was a question and answer session. We did not just focus on improving language skills. The students visited a number of places where they could interact with locals, practise their conversations, study and experience local culture. Activities that ensured a full immersion experience included a visit to Borobudur Temple, cave tubing in Gua Pindul, staying with locals at Turgo village, cooking with local families, bargaining at stores on Malioboro Street
and even hanging out at malls the way local teenagers do. In the second week, we flew to Jakarta. The programme in Jakarta was mostly concerned with contacting our sister school, Islamic School of Al-Izhar. The programme in this metropolitan capital tested the boys’ endurance and language proficiency; each student had to stay with a family whose child was a student at Al-Izhar. One can imagine the initial worry and reluctance that they might have experienced at having to stay with foreigners, however, the Scotch boys proved their worth by adapting quickly and were able to participate in everyday activities at their respective homestays. In the afternoon, the boys went to Al-Izhar in the school uniform that they been provided and attended classes. They had the opportunity to participate in many activities, including teaching football and cricket to local students, playing music, telling stories to Kindergarten students, question and answer with the student council, introductory lessons on Islam, Indonesian classes and so on. This cumulated in each boy presenting a speech on their impression of their experience whilst they were in Jakarta to the Senior School
student body of more than four hundred students. The Scotch boys sincerely felt very welcome at the school. After a very dense schedule in Jakarta, we went for a trip to West Java. We went on a trek to see Cibeureum Waterfalls and visited Kampong Naga, a village that retains a traditional way of life. The two nights in West Java were a breath of fresh air at the end of a Tour that had been packed with activities. We are very excited because we feel that this programme has fulfilled its purpose to improve the boys’ Indonesian language ability, employ new learning strategies, interact comfortably with Indonesian locals and visit tourist sites that are rich with culture. It was a full immersion experience that gave the boys a connection with a completely different culture. Each day we were in Indonesia we gained significant personal growth, which is a very important thing in preparing the boys to become resilient and open-minded men with a vast perspective on life. Mr Pak Wilfred Liauw Guru Bahasa Indonesia
India Tour In the early hours of December 7, 24 students from Scotch College and St Mary’s Anglican Girls’ School departed Perth to commence the eighth Community Service Tour of India. Unfortunately the first few days of our Tour were disrupted due to tragic flooding in Chennai, which resulted in a brief stop over in Singapore. This served as a relaxing entry to the Tour and allowed us students to bond and mingle. There was, however, an incredibly abrupt awakening as we stepped off the plane in Kolkata to be greeted by a putrescent haze and the clamour of vehicular mayhem. This did a tremendous job of immediately grounding us all and reminding us of exactly where we were and what we had set out to do. In Kolkata we visited public school St Georges, which was a school for the children whose families could not afford to pay for school. In spite of this fact, we were greeted with a beautiful school overflowing with genuine happiness and a positive energy, which we experienced through our interactions with the children, all of whom were exceedingly happy and grateful. This was our first teaching endeavour, which served to be one of many exceedingly valuable experiences that pushed us out of our comfort zone and allowed us to discover and develop invaluable skills. In addition to the teaching experience, we had the incredible opportunity to visit the houses of the children. We were amazed by their street sense as we followed them through the bustling chaos of the city to their homes. Upon arrival at their homes, the emotions we experienced were truly intense as we stood dumbfounded, gazing upon a family standing proud and dignified in their home, its size resembling that of an average bathroom. On top of the incredible service activities we were able to partake in, we were also subjected to India’s rich culture and history
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such as the famed Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, which we finally arrived at after an early morning Indian train experience. Be it the intricate craftsmanship on display at the Taj Mahal, or the imposing stature of the Agra Fort, these two icons allowed us to wind down after experiencing such profundity mere days before, and the incredible scenery posed as a perfect site to indulge in some private reflection. Later on in the beautiful Rajasthani city of Jaipur, under the guidance of the fantastic tour guide and friend of the Tour, Mr Pram, we were able to visit the magnificent Amber Fort where we experienced the picturesque climb in the morning air atop beautifully ornate elephants. Following this calming and meditative experience we were able to visit the Apna Ghar home for girls, which is in the process of constructing a new building which the India Tour has played a significant role in facilitating. This served as a tangible reminder of the impact we can make. Following this, we visited the Apna Ghar home for boys, in which a very simple and modest meal was complemented with incredible generosity and hospitality. This is where the legendary India versus Australia cricket match was held, much to the delight of the boys residing there. This did, however, lead to a slightly less than graceful loss by Australia but both parties had a fantastic time nonetheless. We were also able to visit the Help in Suffering Veterinary Clinic, which can be accredited with almost totally abolishing rabies in the city of Jaipur and dramatically reducing the population of street dogs. We were fortunately able to get up-close with all of the animals there, ranging from extremely cute puppies to a 13-year-old water buffalo.
In accordance with our recurring habit of visiting forts, we were lucky enough to be able to tour through the magnificent Nahargarh Fort, which was gloriously situated atop an imposing granite ridge. The high vantage point provided a truly unique escape as we gazed across the seemingly endless urban sprawl, the clamour of the city meandering up towards us with hundreds of duelling kites flying low above the roofs. The next experience was one that was certainly a staple of the Tour for many. We were split into two groups and we spent two exhausting days teaching at two separate schools, the first being Kalakhar Bisthi, a school for the children of dancers. This school was a small courtyard with two tiny makeshift classrooms tucked away in the maze of the urban dismay surrounding it, and proved to be a very trying and awakening experience as we battled to maintain some level of control over the seemingly endless droves of energetic children. The second school, Gujar Ki Thadi, which was a school for the children of rag pickers, situated on the outer reaches of a slum. The school consisted of a dirt courtyard and some rugs for the children to sit on. This truly demonstrated the dire situation many of these children were in and made us acutely aware of how much of a genuine difference these tours have made. Our exit point from India was the capital, Delhi, where we visited Humayan’s Tomb and Jama Masjid Mosque, took a bicycle rickshaw ride through Old Delhi and sampled the wares of an excellent spice market. Our final service activity of the Tour was a visit to the Krist Raja Catholic School for girls before turning our eyes back to an Australian Christmas. Flynn Robertson
PORT MACQUARIE JAZZ TOUR Just before the May long weekend, 24 boys and staff flew to Sydney and then travelled by road to Port Macquarie. For the entire Tour party this was their first experience at the Big Band Blast, an event showcasing big bands and jazz music, which features bands from all corners of Australia. This year’s Big Band Blast had 32 Big Bands performing and Scotch College featured our Tour jazz ensemble and eight-piece vocal ensemble Scotch Vox. Our “Blast” experience started on Friday with rehearsals in our accommodation. Both ensembles managed to tweak their performance pieces and entertain the local caravan park residents at the same time. The Big Band Blast opening concert on Friday night featured a wide variety of ensembles from the east coast of Australia, led by the artistic director John Morrison. Performances ranged from a primary school
jazz ensemble to the Judy Bailey’s tertiary band, the Jazz Connection, to arguably one of the best student ensembles in the country, the NSW Arts Unit Jazz Orchestra. Saturday was performance day for all groups. The Scotch ensembles performed a 50-minute set of music and started with four numbers from the Jazz Ensemble featuring solos from Nicholas Clarnette (tenor sax), Angus Warman (piano), Harrison Nicholls (trombone) and William Goyder (alto sax). The band was well-received by the audience. In the middle of the set, Scotch Vox sang their numbers and the appreciative audience around the Scotch stage grew significantly. The band came on to play two charts that were a highlight of their set featuring Matthew Simich (guitar), Stuart McCowan (keyboard), Ebunoluwa Daramola (drums) and William Goyder (alto sax) to a most enthusiastic audience. The Saturday night, Latin-themed concert featured Party Mambo and the 3B Horns performing in the style of Tito Puente. Staff were impressed that a number of talented Scotch musicians also managed to show their style on the dance floor with Harry Broun leading one of several conga lines.
Sunday provided the unique experience of a street parade. 600 musicians and many drummers took to the footpath around the river at Port Macquarie to play a number of charts in a New Orleans style march. Led by John Morrison, all participants were encouraged to wear a crazy hat and had three criteria to meet: play strong – the louder the better, rhythm players bring something to hit, and if it rains it doesn’t matter. The Scotch musicians once again rose to the occasion. The rain mostly held off, the parade finished and the Scotch contingent marched back to our accommodation performing one of their signature tunes, “Chewin’ the Fat”. After a short break, the remainder of Sunday featured workshops by the headline performers and boys attended vocal and percussion workshops as well as hearing the amazing Jazz Connection again. Overall, the musicians all had a great experience. Thank you and congratulations to everyone involved in the Big Band Blast 2015. Stuart McCowan, William Goyder, Mr Tim Simpson
Expedition Diving On the afternoon of Saturday 18 July, 17 boys boarded a bus for a 16-hour journey up to Exmouth. iPads and laptops were charged and fully loaded with movies, and pillows were at the ready. The ride was mostly uneventful with a quick stop for a burger and drink at the Geraldton roadhouse. Once we arrived there was no resting. Boys jumped straight onto a smaller bus and headed out to Turquoise Bay for a snorkel session. After a long cramped trip it was good to get in the water and swim away the aches. For many of the boys it was their first time using their mask and snorkel and getting used to the feeling of breathing underwater. Once underwater, the boys were swimming
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with turtles, rays and innumerable schools of fish. A short time later we were learning about the region and history of Exmouth from the terrific vantage point of the Vlamingh Head Lighthouse. Then it was back to the dive shop to get kitted up for our next five days of diving. Before heading to Exmouth the boys had some homework to do. This involved reading a manual and watching a DVD while answering review questions, all in preparation for the Open Water course that they were all involved in. Day one saw the boys going through much of the learning material before their first confined water dive. Day two was more time in the pool, getting used to equipment and managing situations underwater. Finally, days three and four were spent in the ocean; this is what the boys had been waiting for and it didn’t disappoint. Incredible formations of coral, sea snakes swimming through legs,
manta rays, schools of giant trevally and so many other fish it was incredible. Of course, we can’t forget the whale sharks, which were a highlight for everyone. We were lucky on this day too. Recently, orcas had been scaring the whale sharks away, but we had three different sharks to swim along with for our day. It is an amazing experience to be dwarfed by a seven-metre long, juvenile shark only three metres away from you. It was a great experience and one that the boys will remember forever. We have since started a SCUBA Club at Scotch College to allow the boys to maintain their skills and continue to dive with their mates. Mr Alistair Steele Outdoor Education
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MOUNTAIN BIKING Expeditions are synonymous with adventure; things rarely go exactly to plan and therein lies the beauty of it. They force you to think on your feet and be adaptable to new situations. Twenty-eight of our Year 10 boys chose a mountain bike as their means of transport for five days away in the bush. Using the familiar surrounds of Moray as a starting point, the boys split into two groups and went in opposite directions to find their prospective camps. Using navigation learned over the years of Outdoor Education, they followed trails like the Munda Biddi and hidden fire
trails to find camp sites adjacent to quality mountain bike trails and amongst the jarrah, marri and blackbutt timbered landscape. It was at this point the boys hoped they followed the six P’s of “Preparation” when they opened their rucksacks and saw what food they packed for themselves and their cooking group. The mountain biking instructors gave the boys some extra insight into their trail rides the following day at either Turner Hill or Marrinup Trail. Given the chance to test their skill, the boys took on the tight single track and saw the trees whipping past after battling some of the gruelling hills they had faced while on expedition. There were some thrills and spills but they maintained their
composure knowing camp was still a journey away. Once we were safely back in camp, dinners were prepared ranging from healthy through to dessert-style meals. With new insight and knowledge of mountain biking, and an awareness of how to prepare yourself for an expedition, the boys returned to Moray to complete their trip. Efficient puncture repair skills may have been the biggest learning curve but it was great to have the boys out there taking on a whole lot more responsibility and independence on their chosen expedition. We hope to see them pursuing more outdoor activities again soon. Mr Alistair Steele Outdoor Education
EXPEDITION KARIJINI “To learn lots of different and new skills that I can use later and go outside of my comfort zone.” “To embrace the milk powder and get around the boys, learn to cook and clean well, and participate in all experiences to the best of my ability.” “Learn to carry the right gear (water bottles) and not be grumpy in the morning.” “To embrace the environment and enjoy the activities with peers.” With some goals set for the trip, we flew up to Paraburdoo before travelling by bus to Tom Price where we found a strange-looking bloke on the side of the road with a heap of boxes. It was our fearless leader, Brett Huntly from Outdoor Discoveries, with our food. With Brett on board we then headed out to the National Park. From the Diary (Day one): Pearso writes, “I’ve been camping a few times before but nothing like this. We walked down a gorge and swam in a freezing cold pool. My whole body was shaking and I felt colder than ever as I
lowered myself into the water; it was green and still.” From the Diary (Day two): After walking a wee bit further we stopped. I was a little surprised and took a look around to see the faces of the other boys, also awestruck. The area was made up of hard metal “pure iron” that was our bed for the night. We fought for space to fit a whole body, as options were limited. Eventually we set our tent on a spot only to find it was not large enough and we were forced to go for the layers option for sleep: our body on one layer and our feet on a layer below. From the Diary (Day three): We sit under the hutchie with the rain sprinkling down on our heads; Mr Brogden said it never rains in the desert. We slowly sip on our hot chocolates after a big day of hiking through the gorge as well as swimming through the freezing cold pool. Today we walked and swam until we hit the end of the gorge. As we stood there looking up at the huge walls of rock, we were amazed at how they were and I thought, “I hope I don’t have to abseil that tomorrow.” We were soon informed by Brett that we would have to abseil down the waterfall
before us into the gorge. As I sit here with the rain hitting my head I am so happy that I got to do this and I am trying to get everything I can squeeze out of this great opportunity that I have been given. From the Diary (Day four): We walked and walked and walked; it was solemn and hard, however, with a packless day of adventure tomorrow we will complete our journey the entire length of Knox Gorge. From the Diary (Day five): We donned wetsuits and harnesses and started the day with an adrenalin-filled slide. Brett sent us down a short abseil until the rope ran out and before we had a chance to say “No, I want my MUUUUMMY!” we were sliding down the natural water slide with cliffs rising 100-metres either side and then WHOOSH, we shot off the end of a waterfall. Today was phenomenal, we ascended Red Gorge and then Weano Gorge to Junction Pool then exited via a rock climb and traversed another flowing waterfall. This was a highlight of the trip, and well worth accomplishing. Mr Shawn Brogden Curriculum Leader – Outdoor Education OUT OF BOUNDS • page 197
NIDA TOUR To be honest, heading into the NIDA Tour, I had absolutely no idea what to expect. Walking into the airport on Saturday 11 April 2015, I began to realise that I was the only one of my friendship group going on the trip, which made me somewhat nervous. Was I going to have a good time? Would the trip be worthwhile? However, any worries or tentativeness I had towards the Tour quickly vanished upon getting to know the guys and girls on the trip. Little did I know, myself and nine other boys were about to enjoy what has been one of the best weeks of my life. After a five-hour flight with the entertainment systems offline, the tour party, consisting of students from PLC, Perth Modern School, St Hilda’s and Scotch, was eager to get to the hotel and begin exploring Sydney. However, that would have to wait until the morning, as we all needed a solid rest before our day of sightseeing. The following day was spent exploring the many wonders that Sydney had to offer, both by foot and boat. We took in the markets at The Rocks, visited the Opera
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House, and ventured underneath the Sydney Harbour Bridge. After some convincing, we even managed a short stop at Luna Park before we headed back to the hotel.
managed to come up with a 10-minute performance in about 10 hours! The workshops were an unforgettable experience and improved our acting skills exponentially.
Upon rising early on Monday morning, we took a short bus trip to the National Institute of Dramatic Art, where we would be engaging in workshop activities for the next five days. The entire group was split up between three experts in the field, with myself and the three other Year 12 boys being lucky enough to end up in Jack’s group (a 2014 NIDA graduate). The aim for the week was to create a 10-minute performance with the underlying theme of “Tempted”. Each day, we would spend the morning with our respective tutors, taking part in drama activities and working on our performance. In the afternoon, we would visit one of the other tutors who would take us through a workshop in their area of specialty, which included voice, movement and improvisation. By the time Friday had arrived, we all felt as though the trip had gone far too quickly. Each group watched the other performances, all of which were markedly different and of seriously high quality. It was amazing to think that we’d
The fun wasn’t just confined to the day though. Most nights we were lucky enough to watch professional productions, which included Samuel Beckett’s Endgame, a modernised version of Electra/Orestes, and for some the highlight of the week, The Rocky Horror Show. It was a fantastic combination: acting workshops during the day, and professional shows at night. It doesn’t get much better than that! The trip was one of the highlights of my time at school. It allowed us to develop our acting skills and build lasting friendships. Thanks must go to Ms Shaw and Ms Payne who accompanied the group and organised all the shows, workshops, activities and accommodation for us. Also, thanks to Mrs Houston, the Tours Administrator at Scotch. I strongly encourage all boys to take advantage of this amazing trip – you won’t regret it! William Goyder
Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo Pipe Band On August 1, 21 boys from Years 10 to 12, along with Mr Bailey, Mr Hamilton, Mr Price and Mr Gale, left Perth for the capital of Scotland. Each boy had gone through an intensive selection process and many hours of practice to prepare themselves for “the biggest show on the planet”: the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. The first four days included hours of rehearsal out at Redford Barracks and at Edinburgh Castle. The first full run though took place four days later, which was also our first experience of Scottish weather as it began to pour with rain as we marched out for the finale. That evening we performed to a crowd of volunteers. It is fair to say that marching out in front of 8500 people in front of Edinburgh Castle will be one of the most memorable moments of our entire lives. This was the first of 27 performances we would give. On the Friday of the second week, the entire group headed to Glasgow Green to watch the formidable grade one qualifiers for the World Pipe Band Championships. This fantastic event gave the boys the opportunity to watch
some of the highest quality bands and meet some of the greatest pipers and drummers in the world. Two days later the group was back on the bus headed for the annual Crieff Highland Gathering. The day began with a street parade that headed through the town centre towards the oval before many of the boys took advantage of the warm, sunny weather and available rides. The day concluded with a 30-minute performance and a massed band march-past. The three filming nights that followed required the utmost amount of discipline, patience and concentration, with the knowledge that up to a billion people worldwide would be watching what the cameras were recording. To add to the pressure was the knowledge that many of our parents had made the trip to Edinburgh during the week to watch the performances. Despite remarkable good weather and a dry first performance, the rain started to pour down before the second of the Saturday shows, creating torrents that ran over the drawbridge and made for a perilous march down a very slippery Royal Mile. The next day the group headed out on a bus tour through the highlands of Scotland and
around to Loch Ness. All the boys and teachers alike were fascinated by the lengthy, complex and often brutal history of Scotland and its various clans. The tour ended with a boat trip along Loch Ness, home of the famous Loch Ness Monster. As the final week began, the emphasis on maintaining our studies was again highlighted with many boys completing several assessments whilst in Edinburgh. Despite Major Steven Small’s pleas for the pranks on instruments to be kept to a minimum as we began the tune up for the final two performances it was soon clear, after several bass drones were “adjusted” and drum harnesses unclipped during march on, that this would not be the case. As we marched off the esplanade for the last time, the reality of what we had achieved began to sink in as we headed back to Pollock Halls to begin packing up the last month of our lives. On behalf of the entire tour group we would like to thank the school community, Dr O’Connell, our incredibly helpful and tolerant teachers, our parents and of course Mr Bailey and Mr Hamilton, without whom the tour would never have been possible. Marshall Barrymore and Dylan Flecker
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STANFORD INTERNATIONAL YOUTH PROGRAM 28 boys in the Year 9 and 10 Enrichment Programme travelled to Stanford University in August to participate in the Stanford International Youth Program (SIYP) – a two-week enrichment programme for academically talented students. The boys attended lectures, workshops and laboratories exploring artificial intelligence, intuitive problem solving, compassionate leadership and digital anatomy to name a few. One of the highlights of the academic schedule was a lecture given by the powerlifting enthusiast Dr Clyde Wilson, a ‘nutritional engineer’ who had completed his PhD at Stanford and had subsequently worked with some of America’s finest athletes. His seemingly counter intuitive advice to ‘keep eating pizza’ and the notion that ‘people who diet intentionally, on average, die earlier than those who don’t’ was supported with a rapid fire arsenal of medical research to challenge the boys’ thinking. They loved it.
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After dinner each night, our mentors encouraged boys to participate in a series of ‘spotlights’ where volunteers shared personal stories about themselves and answered questions from the group. This provided a powerful bonding experience for the boys as they grew in confidence over the duration of the programme. A highlight of the tour was attending lunch with Stanford Professor and Scotch OSC (YEAR), Akshay Venkatesh, a world-leading mathematician. On seeing the boys Prof. Venkatesh, gravitated immediately towards them and spent an hour sharing his Scotch experience, albeit a brief one as, he graduated at age 13. The boys visited Apple’s Headquarters in Cupertino, greeted by David Millage, Apple’s Global Head of Education Content who presented on Apple’s role in education with a glimpse into future for Apple in education. For the second half of David’s presentation, the conference room was turned into a hands-on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) extravaganza whereby students used I-Pads to fly drones, drive robots and play music. The visit concluded
with a brief tour around Apple Headquarters. The SIYP programme provided a number of sightseeing opportunities for the boys including a visit to the coastal town of Monterey and a trip to San Francisco where we traversed to the top of the Coit Tower to take in some breath taking views of the Bay area. A walk across the iconic Golden Gate Bridge capped off the two weeks. As the only Australian group to have ever been invited to participate in the SIYP programme, the experience was particularly unique, a fact not lost on the boys. They represented Scotch College in exemplary fashion. During academic sessions the boys received repeated praise from lecturers for their insights and questions. They also showed great cultural respect at the various exchanges with students from other countries. Feedback from the Stanford academic staff and mentors was so positive that we were immediately invited to return in future years. Mr Sam Sterrett Enrichment Programme
Year 9 Canberra Tour Late June saw approximately 150 Scotch Boys and 100 PLC girls from Year 9, along with 24 staff, leave on a number of flights for the annual Canberra Civics and Citizenship Tour. The Tour is split into two separate sides with one group enjoying the recreational side of the tour first (three days skiing at Perisher and Blue Cow), while the other half starts with the three-day tour of Canberra’s sites. Unfortunately, this year Mother Nature did not put on the best conditions for skiing and the amount of snow (mainly manmade) meant that a lot of skiers and snowboarders were trying to use the limited runs that were open. Nevertheless the boys and girls spent three
days involved in lessons and free time to ski with their friends, and all appeared to have a good time. Being on the half of the Tour that skied first I can attest that these days in the snow allowed students to bond and create friendships that will last long after the Tour has been completed. Due to the very solid and shallow nature of the snow we did have an injury this year, however, the ski patrol and medical staff up there did a fantastic job. The Canberra half of the Tour involved tours and activities at New Parliament House and Old Parliament House; these included a mock election and a voting educational tour funded by the Australian Government. The students also visited The National Art Gallery, Questacon and the Australian Institute of Sport where they had a tour of the facilities and ate dinner with the athletes in the dining
hall. Other activities included a visit to the High Court, ten-pin bowling and, for the first time, a tour of Government House which certainly left me with living space envy. Again this year, the students’ behaviour was exemplary. A number of members of the public commented on this when getting off the plane after a flight with a sizeable number of our boys, which is great publicity for the Colleges and the staff supervising them. I would like to thank the Tours Administrators from both schools and most especially the staff that attended. It is an extremely tiring experience, but again every staff member was willing to go that extra step to help out, which makes my job a lot easier. Mr Ryan Foster Canberra Tour Coordinator
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STAFF REPORT 2015 saw some significant changes, mostly through staff retiring, gaining promotional positions or alternative employment, going on parental leave or moving inter-state at the end of 2014. The induction at the start of 2015 was well attended with new staff beginning their careers at Scotch. Most were new to the College, but others, such as Shirin Reyhani and Anna Cathcart were past staff we were very happy to have back with us. Similarly, there were staff, such as Michael Brinsden, who joined us after fulfilling other roles or fixed term positions. New ongoing staff included Director of Residential Life, Marcus Wilkinson. Newly appointed Senior School Dean of Teaching & Learning, Cara Fugill came to us from Penrhos, where she had previously worked very successfully with Director of Teaching and Learning, Peter Allen. Daniela Jasper and Claire Morton joined the Junior School staff as the sub-school’s Psychologist and School Secretary
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respectively; while Renae Cirillo, Andrew Wells, Tara Fowles, Larree Springall, Liza Richardson and Jill Willetts joined the teaching staff. New teaching staff to join the Middle School included Karen Woods, Gabrielle Kotai, Paul Chamberlain, Andrew Arbuckle, Daniel Turco, Gabriel Hodgson, Tracey FitzPatrick, Sian Angel, Adrian Hicks, Michael Brinsden, Brent Van Ingen-Kal, Emilie Perrot, Shaye Pett, Edward Grant, Darren Mumford, Naomi Hermawan and Rowan Knight. Clare Housely joined the Middle School staff an education assistant. Senior School appointments have included teachers Graeme Bell, Fiona Mochrie and Shirin Reyhani; while Anna Cathcart, a former teacher and House Head, re-joined the staff as an Academic Support case manager. Adele Wilkes, Nicolas Taylor and Emma Murdoch joined us in the library as an Information and Research Specialist teacher, Library Services Assistant and Library Services Specialist respectively. Avin Vagel came to us to take up the Developer and Database Manager, while Michael Davies
became the new Design and Technology Technician and Kath Baker took up the Accounts Receivable Officer role. A number of fixed term staff also joined us in 2015, many of them to cover staff on maternity and long service leave. They included teachers: Caroline Vinton and Anna Clancy in the Junior School; Jenny Coleman in the Middle School; and Rachael James, Peter Petrucci and Robin Dunn in the Senior School; library staff Andrew Trigg and Emma Murdoch; Residential House Mother, Kim Whetters (ongoing 2016); after hours library staff Andrew Trigg and Brooke Haddleton. Our new staff have brought energy, a fresh perspective and depth to their roles that have seen them working hard to bring the boys the best education possible. We wish all staff well as they fulfil their roles at the College. Mr David Price Director of Staff
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Peter Gaspar, Scott Duncan, Ashley Keatch, Grant Ford, Raymond Hill, Digby Edwards, Ryan Beaton, Reg Reberger, Mark Gale, Michael Campbell, Michael Brinsden, Paul Newman, Darren Mumford, Toby Robinson, Shawn Brogden, Avin Vagel, Howard Loosemore, Nathan Kime, Adrian Hicks, Scott Galipo, Michael Neave
Sophie Berry, Kerrin Girando, Jonathan Rugg, Christine Smith, Tory Vidler, Kate Gooding, Lawrence Felgate, Tim Simpson, David Kyle, Linda Gauld, Gareth Williams, Amy Ward, Brent Van Ingen-Kal, Kate Webster-Blythe, Teena Millar, Brendan Zani, Tara Fowles, Sandra McCowan, Denyse Houston, Claire Morton, Kirra Muni, Gabrielle Kotai, Robyn Bose, Aaron Gale
Cherie FitzGibbon, Shirin Reyhani, Mel Colling, Pamela Seaby, Suzanne Wydra, Moira Cross, Daniela Jasper, Aden Brown, Randa Bradley, Matthew Lane, Sue Phillips, Jo Fletcher, Michael Davies, Rebecca Turkich, Julia Robinson, Kendra Mewett, Cas Gabriels, Sally Budge, Fiona Mochrie, Larree Springall, Renae Cirillo, Shaye Pett, Jennifer Sullivan, Lisa O’Toole, Marilyn Zuidersma
Sian Angel, Gabriel Hodgson, Susie Watterston, Katie Kent, Jan Usher, Merrie Cockerill, Fran Longhurst, Brad Watson, Lana Schorer, Francine Jackson, Lynn Murray, Peta Madalena, Julie Allcock, Patrick Barry, Wayne Ramsay, Anita Johnson, Anne Thomson, Celena Mecham, Adelle Wilkes, Olivia Creagh, Lisa Evans, Kerstin Helm, Fiona Pinardi, Heidi Locke, Emilie Perrot, Emma Payne
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Dianne Moran, Brad Tyrrell, Nick Spadaccini, Charlotte Cook-Casey, Shauna Lipscombe, Giuseppina Giglia, Anna Eriksson, Peter Burt, David Price, Chas Lewis, Kate Quinn, John Stewart, Rob McEwan, Alec O’Connell, Richard Ledger, Peter Allen, Bill Cordner, Anna Hu, Marcus Wilkinson, James Hindle, Cara Fugill, Warwick Norman, Penny Hooper, Michael Scaife, Deborah Lee, David Coughlan, Richard Foster
SECOND ROW: Jeannette Weeda, Mahsa Shahbazi, Vicki Ward, Vicki Enfield-Kirk, Dawn Scaife, Emma Waters, Alison Webster, Fiona Richmond, Tiffany Nalder, Melissa Ziepe, Deborah Mullin, Liza Richardson, Loreen Kerrigan, Kate Flowers, Kathryn Salt, Rebecca Kennington, Jo Walden, Sean Polden, Jude de Vorms Shaw
David Clifford, Andre Carvalho, Kale Tatam, Jonathan Tay, Simon Hollingshead, Anthony Doney, John Santelli, Dan Chitty, Jeffery Flint, Nicholas Taylor, Paul Chamberlain, Matthew Jahn, Andrew Arbuckle, Bennet Andrews, Seth Green, Sean Mecham, Ben Sampson, Robert Fenwick, Wilfred Liauw, Matt Hildebrandt, Roy Hamilton, Samantha Scott, Bevan Bennell
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SEVENTH ROW: Nick Guard, Kathryn Shaw, Ryan Markwell, Dave Morgan, Norm de Grussa, Tanya Swinny, Gary Fowler, Grant Bennett, Lance Quartermaine, Tim Burrows, Daniel Turco, Steven Riddell, Jared Faint, Craig Bailey, Andrew Wells, Igor Miedzyblocki, Kristen Gray, David Jones, Diana Dunne, Matt James, Alistair Steele, Sam Sterrett
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Staff Vale
Judy Smirk
Phil Williams
Judy Smirk started at Scotch in 2006 and has been the Transport Coordinator, ferrying boarders back and forth to their various medical appointments for a period of almost 10 years. However, Judy has not just been a taxi driver for the many boarders that have sat in the front passenger seat of her car. In the many conversations Judy has had with the boys, her role also encompassed being a parent, a teacher, a counsellor and a mentor.
One of the first things boarding boys learned about Phil Williams was that he was born in Wombat in New South Wales, as this was always a question asked of the new boarders at our Orientation Quiz Night. Scotch was indeed lucky that Phil “burrowed” his way across the Nullarbor to Scotch College in 1998. Since then, Phil has served the College with distinction. Phil’s first role was as an assistant to Mr Rodney Barrett, a former Head of Catering. With his military background, it did not take too much encouragement to get Phil on board with the Scotch College Cadet Unit. Never doing things by half measure, Phil then took charge of the Cadet Unit in 2001.
The fact that this role did not always have defined time constraints, and often required Judy to respond to an SOS at the eleventh hour to transport a boarder to a medical appointment, is testament to her level of care and commitment to the boarders at Scotch. She was always there to greet the staff and the boys with a beaming smile, a fantastic wit and a keen sense of humour – excellent traits to have when the boys were often feeling anxious about the appointments that they were going to. There is no doubt that this caused disruption to her own daily schedule, as well as her own family commitments, however, Judy was always ready and willing to lend a hand when all other options had been exhausted. Apart from this role, Judy also stepped in as the House Mother for the Years 8 and 9 Boarding Houses to replace staff on leave. Once again, her enthusiasm, compassion and friendly nature came to the fore – Phil Williams and Sean Mecham were always incredibly grateful for the work that Judy did and the tone she set in the Boarding House. The boys, in particular, loved the banter that they engaged in with Judy – Old Boys still ask after her and reminisce on the various interactions and support they received from Judy over the years. On behalf of Marcus and the Boarding staff, Fiona and the Health Centre staff, all the boarders who’ve passed through Keys House and the wider School community, we thank Judy for her tireless work and wish her all the best for the future. Mr Matt Bradley
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Phil was appointed to the position of Head of the Years 7 and 8 Boarding House in 2003. This raised some eyebrows amongst what was at the time a very conservative boarding community. Appointing a non-academic staff member to such a role was certainly a first. It did not take Phil long to establish himself as a boarding Head of Year who would be an asset to the College for years to come. Phil had the capacity to learn on the job and was always willing to seek guidance from those who had more experience. Both Phil and Mrs Suzanne Devitt made a great team during their time, making the Junior House a haven for Years 7 and 8 boarders. Phil was the first contact with boarding, and parents were always grateful that Phil was at the helm. Few staff ever knew that he would often go out to different farms over the years and help out whenever needed. There was always some “quid pro quo” associated with this, as Phil was always happy to socialise after a hard day’s work. Phil has helped shape the lives of many a boarder over the years. He is held in the highest esteem for the way he helped them to adjust to life in Perth and made their time so enjoyable and such a memorable experience. The structure he gave to their boarding life was to hold them in good stead as they progressed through their time at Scotch.
Keys House OSCs are always asking about Phil whenever you see them at field days or around the city. Boarding Masters come and go, but Phil’s legacy will be long remembered by those whom he has guided over the years. Phil’s most influential role in the day school was Assistant to the Head of Senior School, Mr Peter Freitag. As Peter has said: One of the good things about working with Phil was that he worked so hard. He was always prepared to go the extra mile to help boys and they in turn recognised that he was a genuine, honest and caring human being. So often when I went to his office to see him in the early morning, he would already be on the phone calming down a distraught mum or an angry dad and telling the truth to them in his own uncomplicated way. He could get away with saying things that others found hard to put into tactful words! Yes, he played the tough guy around the yard when he had to, but underneath that he was a warm and thoughtful man who was never too busy to help someone who needed his help. He knew the boys, and if I ever needed some thoughts on a student, I would turn to him to get his perceptive opinion. When I meet young Old Boys around the suburbs, inevitably (and invariably) they ask, “And how’s Mr Williams?” He had a positive impact on a huge number of boys and their parents and the School was lucky to have someone of his calibre and wisdom in the key role that he filled so splendidly. The whole Scotch community owes Phil a debt of gratitude and we all wish him the very best of health and happiness for his retirement. Mr Peter Freitag
Ray Hill
Suzanne Devitt
Ray Hill joined the Scotch College Mathematics Department in January of 2005. He was the young man in the Department who, in four short years, became the Curriculum Leader of Mathematics. He was given an acting position for 2009 and received the permanent appointment in 2010. Headmaster Andrew Syme saw huge potential in the young man.
1994 was an important year in the history of Boarding at Scotch College. This was the year that House Mothers were formally employed to help with Boarding and Brisbane House welcomed Mrs Suzanne Devitt as their first House Mother.
It was evident early that Ray was intelligent man with an excellent knowledge of his subject. He had a passion to pass this knowledge onto his students. Jan Skidmore and Graeme Walter commended him with these words: “You have an excellent rapport with the boys in your classes. A real strength of yours is knowing the boys. You explain concepts and methods clearly and your sense of humour helps with rapport and class atmosphere.” Ray’s involvement with sport further enhanced his reputation and camaraderie with students. He started his time at Scotch coaching Volleyball and Soccer with Year 8s and Year 9s from 2005 through to 2008. From 2008 onwards he became heavily involved with Soccer. He was the Second’s coach from 2009 to 2015 and became the Teacher in Charge of Soccer at Scotch. He lived and breathed Soccer and was also heavily involved in the Soccer and Rugby Tour to France and Scotland. Ray brought to our department the same enthusiasm, motivation, knowledge and humour. All of these qualities were necessary as a continuing change to content and methodology was expected and needed, not only for new WACE courses but also for the International Baccalaureate curricula in the Middle Years Programme and the Diploma in Years 11 and 12. Ray also took on the challenge of further improving the extension work for the more gifted mathematicians at Scotch. We have had some outstanding results in recent years, not only in the Senior School but also the Junior and Middle Schools as Ray was aware that the development had to start at a young age. We will miss the young man who became a successful and important Curriculum Leader. Unfortunately Scotch’s loss becomes Hale’s win. Like other teachers that have left in the past we will not realise, until Ray has gone, the extent of what he brought to the classroom, the Mathematics Department and to sport at Scotch. Mr Paul Newman Mathematics Teacher
Her job description was to be the resident “mother” for the boys when they were waking up and preparing for school, and to welcome them “home” in the afternoons, remaining in the House until the evening meal. The intention was to ensure a consistent home life and smooth the transition from home to boarding house. However, “Mrs D”, as she would be fondly known, took the intention and turned it into something more. In the mornings, she would be seen around the kitchen gathering fresh fruit, biscuits or whatever she could get her hands on, to feed the ever hungry boys. In the evenings, her care and dedication to the boys was so easily seen: a shoulder for a homesick boy, a disciplinarian for a wayward boy, an encouraging voice for a moment of uncertainty or a firm instructor during prep. Living on the same neighbourhood block as the School meant the time and commitment was unwavering, and oftentimes overly generous. Mrs D was frequently found manning the Scotch stall at various country exhibitions and regional shows. She was able to answer all the difficult and probing questions that parents ask when deciding which Boarding School to choose for their sons. This commitment defines Mrs D as someone who always went the extra mile. Mrs D helped the boys as they prepared for the Year 12 Ball. She coordinated the hiring of appropriate suits and flowers, and I clearly remember seeing her fussing around “her boys” as they got ready to ensure that shoes were polished, neckties properly tied and that they would arrive as the smartest of all the students. Her reports at the end of each term were insightful and demonstrated understanding and appreciation of “her boys”. Make no mistake, every boy who progressed through Scotch Boarding under Mrs D were, and still are, considered “her boys”. Mrs D had already successfully guided her two sons through Scotch College and so understood the culture of the School. When she took on the role of House Mother she just continued being a very good mother – but now, of course, to a much larger family. She was always strict but fair and worked hard to ensure that the boys set high standards for themselves in terms of manners, personal
care and respect for others. We all know how difficult it is for families to send their boys to Boarding, and having a House Mother to assist the House Head gave many parents assurance that their sons were in good hands. Boys who were unwell received extra care, with Mrs D contacting and reassuring their parents. I know that mothers especially found comfort in having another mother to talk to about their sons. To help make the transition from home to Boarding, Mrs D designed and drew up a welcoming brochure specifically for the Boarders. Her original 12-page document, with sketches and diagrams, covered all aspects of being a Boarder and included topics on health, table manners, homesickness, toiletries and anything else needed, such as the House Bullying Policy, Codes of Behaviour in sport, and weekday and weekend routines. Mrs D has endured changes to School and Boarding structure, different Headmasters, different House Masters and generations of Scotch families. She remained the constant in Scotch Boarding for 21 years, from Mr Ruevers to Mr Williams in Brisbane House, and in 2002 when all three Boarding Houses were combined to form Keys House. Mrs D stayed on as a full-time House Mother to ensure no matter how much things changed, some things stayed the same. She was innovative in organising a special dinner with the other House Mothers for the Year 12s, at which each boy received a special Certificate recognising their stay in Boarding. When Scotch moved to having a Middle School with boys coming into Boarding in Year 7, Mrs D organised a dinner for the Years 7 and 8 boarders and parents. Mrs D has left Scotch to enjoy a well-earned retirement and time with her grand children (future Scotch boys). I know that those with whom she has worked have respected and appreciated her loyalty and teamwork. But more importantly, with her values of trust, honesty and respect, she has set a valuable example to all “her boys” over the years. Several generations of Scotch boarding families will always hold a place for her in their hearts. Her contribution to Boarding at Scotch has been immense. As a Scotch mother for 14 years and a House Mother for 21 years, her life has been devoted to this School. We will be poorer for her departure and she will be sorely missed. Mr Paul Reuvers and Mr Phil Williams
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STAFF AND COUNCIL LIST College Council
Academic Staff
Mr Digby Stretch Member: Finance & Planning Board and Council (Chairman)
Mr B C Andrews, BA (Ed Sec) (ECU)
Ms Heather Warner Member: Finance & Planning Board and Council (Deputy Chair)
Mrs S T Angel, BEd (Hons) (Curtin) – commenced 1/1/2015 Mr A J Arbuckle, BBus (ECU), GradDipEd (ECU) – commenced 1/1/2015
Mrs Saschelle Blake Member: Council – commenced 1/1/2015
Mr G M Bell, BA (ECU), BA (Creative Arts) (ECU), Assoc Dipl Jazz (WAAPA), Cert Music (Jazz) (WAAPA) – commenced 1/1/2015
Mr Terry Bowen Member: Finance & Planning Board and Council
Mr G D Bennett, BEcons (Adel), GradDipEd (SACAE)
Professor Alec Cameron Member: Council – commenced 1/1/2015
Mrs R L Bose, BA (Primary Ed) (ECU)
Dr Peter Ebell Member: Council – 1/1/2015 – 31/12/2015 Mr Philip Idle Member: Finance & Planning Board and Council Mr Murray McGill Member: Council, Nominee of the Old Scotch Collegians Association Mr Rick Morrell Member: Council – resigned 15/9/2015
Mrs S E Berry, BCom (UWA), GradDipEd (ECU)
Mr L A Boyd, BSSc (NDameAust), GradDipEd (NDameAust) – 3/8/2015 – 31/8/2015 Mr M J Bradley, BA (NDameAust), GradDipEd (Sec) (NDameAust) Mrs R Bradley, BSc (ECU), Grad Dip Ed (UWA) Mr J A Bridle, Cert III Mngmt Prac (AIM), BEd (Canberra), MSc (UWA) Mrs K L Bridle, BAppSc (Curtin), DipTeach (Curtin) Mr M P Brinsden, BHPE (NDameAust) – commenced 1/1/2015
Mr Mark Paganin Member: Finance & Planning Board and Council
Mr S D Brogden, BHPE (UWA), DipEd (UWA), Dip Outdoor Rec (NDameAust)
Mr Jeremy Shervington Member: Finance & Planning Board and Council – resigned 31/12/2015
Mr P D L Burt, BPE (UWA), DipEd (UWA)
Mr Michael Snell Member: Finance & Planning Board and Council, Nominee of the Old Scotch Collegians Association – resigned 31/12/2015
Ms F Byres, BEd (ECU)
Mr Murray Williams Member: Finance & Planning Board and Council – resigned 17/6/2015 Revd. Steve Francis Visitor and the Moderator of the Uniting Church
College Executive Headmaster Dr A J O’Connell, DipT, BEd, GradDip Lang St, DipRSA (Lon), MEd, DBA, FACE. FNAAUC. FAIM Head of Senior School Dr R W McEwan, DipT (WACAE), BEd (WACAE), MEd (UNE), EdD (UTAS), GradCert ICT Ed (CSU), GradCert Bus Admin (UON) Head of Middle School Mr R A Ledger, BEd (WACAE), DipTeach (Graylands), PostGrad Asian Studies (Murdoch) Head of Junior School Mr J B Stewart, BA (Lakehead), BEd (Lakehead) Director of Staff Mr D L Price, BA (Hons) (Murdoch), DipEd (UWA)
Ms S Budge, BEd (Secondary) (ECU)
Mr S A Bycroft, BA (ECU), GradDipTeach (ECU)
Mr M Campbell, BA Ed (ECU) Mrs A Cathcart, BA (Murdoch), GradDipEd (Murdoch) – commenced 1/1/2015 Mr P G Chamberlain, BSc, BA (ECU), MEd (UWA) – commenced 1/1/2015 Ms R M Cirillo, BA Psych (Curtin), BEd (Curtin), GradCert (NDameAust) – commenced 1/1/2015 Ms A G Clancy, BEd Primary (Melbourne) – 3/3/2015 – 26/2/2016 Mrs M Cockerill, DipTeach (Claremont), Grad Dip Sc Ed (Curtin) Mrs J A Coleman, BMus (ECU), GradDipEd (Murdoch) – 22/1/2015 – 3/4/2015 Ms C J Cook-Casey, BA (Hons) (ECU), Grad DipEd (ECU) Mr D G Coughlan, BMusT (UWA), GradDipEd (ECU), MEd (ECU) – resigned 31/12/2015 Miss O B Creagh BA (Curtin) GradDipEd (ECU) Mr J Creighton, BPE, B.Ed, Dip. Teach (Otago, NZ) Mr R M Dall’Oste, BSc (Hons), DipEd (Latrobe) Mr N P de Grussa, OAM Ms K Derrick, Dip Teach (Bendigo CAE), GradDipEd (Melb) – resigned 2/4/2015
Director of Teaching and Learning Mr P M Allen BA (UWA), BEd (UWA), MEd (Qld)
Ms J de Vorms Shaw, BA (Canterbury, NZ), DipTeach (Christchurch College of Ed, NZ)
Director of Residential Life Mr M L Wilkinson, BA (ECU), BEd (ECU)
Mr A F Doney, BA (UWA), DipTeach (Nedlands)
Director of Community and Service Mr W J L Cordner, BA (Hons) (UWA), DipEd (WACAE)
Mr S Duncan, BEd (NDameAust)
Mr S Dornan, BSc (UWA) DipEd (Murdoch)
Director of Marketing and Business Development Mrs K Quinn, Dip Bus Mgmt (Sydney)
Mr R Dunn, MSc (ECU), PGC Geostatistics (ECU), GradDipAppSc (ECU), DipTeach (WACAE) – 16/11/2015 – 9/12/2015
Director of Information and Learning Technologies Mrs A Hu, BEd (Hons) (ECU), DipTeach (WACAE)
Ms D Dunne, BA French (Bacau)
Director of Finance and Corporate Services Mr G P Davidson, BCom (UWA), CA, GIA (Cert) Chaplain Revd C W A Lewis, Dip Theol
Mr S P Earnshaw, BEd (WAIT) Mr D J Edwards, BA Ed (Sec), Grad Cert OH&S, Cert IV AWT Mrs K A Edwards, BEd (Montreal) Mrs N J Eidne, BSc Hons (UCT) GradDipEd (UCT) Ms V H Enfield-Kirk, DipTeach (ECU), GradDip SpEd (Victoria), THC (EDWA) Ms A C Eriksson, BEd (ECU)
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Ms L J Evans, BAppSc (WAIT), GradDipEd (Curtin)
Mr H J Loosemore, BEcons (UWA), DipEd (UWA), ACE
Mr J P Faint, BIT (Griffith), DipEd Middle Schooling (ECU)
Mrs P J Lopez, BA Cum Laude (San Francisco), DipTeach (Churchlands)
Mr L S Felgate, BSc ExHS (UWA), GradDipEd (UWA), GradDip Bus Admin (CSturt)
Mrs S G McCowan, BA (UWA), DipEd (UWA), PGDipArts, MA (UWA)
Mrs T R Fitzpatrick, BA (UWA), GradDipEd (UWA) – commenced 1/1/2015
Mr S A McLean, BSc (UWA), BEng (UWA), DipTeach (ECU)
Miss J N Fletcher, BSc MathSc (Curtin), GradDipEd Sec (Curtin)
Mrs M C Mazzuchelli, BA (ECU) – 27/7/2015 – 25/9/2015
Ms K L Flowers, BA AppSc (Curtin) DipEd (ECU)
Mrs C Mecham, BA Ed (Media) (ECU)
Mr R A Foster, BPHE (UWA), DipEd (UWA)
Mr S R Mecham, BA Ed (ECU)
Mr R Foster, BEd (Specialist Maths) (ECU)
Ms I H Mikajlo, Orff Cert. Level 1, BMus Perf (Hons) (Adelaide), Dip Arts Management (UTS), Grad Dip Ed (Adelaide), MMus (Adelaide)
Mrs T S Fowles, BA (Curtin), GradCertEd (ECU) – commenced 1/1/2015 Mrs K E Frampton, BA Visual Arts (La Trobe), DipTeach (UWA) Mr P Frusher, DipTeach (Graylands), BEd (Curtin) Mrs C J Fugill, BA Ed (ECU) – commenced 1/1/2015
Ms J E Mills, BA (Hons), GradDipEd (UWA) – 10/11/2014 – 3/4/2015 Mrs F Mochrie, MEarthSci (Manc), PGCert Ed (Manc) – commenced 1/1/2015 Miss D M Mullin, BEd Primary (Murdoch)
Mr C T Gabriels, BHPE (UWA), GradDip Ex Sci (NDameAust)
Mr D J Mumford, BSc (UWA), DipEd (UWA) – 23/2/2015 – 20/3/2015, 20/4/2015 – 11/12/2015
Mr A T Gale, BSc (Hons) (UWA) GradDipEd (ECU)
Ms K L Muni (nee Bush), BA (Curtin) DipEdSec (ECU)
Mrs H Gale, BSc (UWA), GradDipEd (Curtin)
Mr M A Neave, Cert IV Hosp & Mngmt (TAFE), BEd (D&T)
Mr M T Gale, BPHE (UWA), GradDipEd (UWA)
Mr P G Newman, BEd (ECU)
Mr S P Galipo BEd (ECU) Grad Cert Ed (ECU)
Mr W K Norman, BA (Deakin/ECU), BTeach (Deakin), Grad Dip T/L (ECU)
Miss A Galway, BMusEd (UWA) – 2/2/2015 – 11/12/2015
Ms L K O’Toole, BA, GradDip (UTAS)
Mr P Gaspar, BEd (ECU)
Miss A C Oliviera, BA (NDame) 23/6/2015 – 12/10/2015
Mrs G Giglia, BA (UWA), DipEd (UWA)
Mr J J Owenell, BEd (Middle Schling), BBSc
Miss K Gooding, BA (Hons) (UWA), BEd (UWA)
Miss E N Payne, BA (Creative Arts-Drama) (ECU), BA Ed (ECU)
Ms A P Goodison, BSc (ECU), BEd (ECU) Mr E Grant, BA (ECU), B.Creative Arts (ECU) – 22/1/2015 – 16/12/2015
Miss E M L C Perrot, BA (UFC), MEd (UFC), DipEd (UWA) – 22/1/2015 – 16/12/2015
Ms K E Gray, BA (NDameAust), BEd (NDameAust),
Mr P L Petrucci, BEd (NDame) – 2/11/2015 – 9/12/2015
Mr N S Guard, BA (ECU), DipEd (NDameAust)
Mrs S Pett, BA (Plym), MEd (Exe), PGCE (West England) – 22/1/2015 – 16/12/2015
Mr R J A Hales, BA (Hons) Geog (Victoria), DipTeach (Christchurch)
Mrs S T Phillips, BEd (Murdoch), PostGradCert (Int Ed) (Murdoch)
Ms N Hermawan, – BA Asian Studies (Curtin), GradDipEd (Curtin), Cert IV Indonesian Language (CIT), GradDip Intercultural Studies, (TAS) – commenced 1/1/2015
Mr D J Quinlivan, BAppSc (WAIT), DipEd (WACAE), DipVal (WAIT)
Mr M K Hess, Cert IV Health & Fitness (TAFE), BA(Linguistics) (Hons) (JGU), GradDipEd (ECU), NAATI Level 4 – resigned 24/6/2015 Mr A J Hicks, BMus (ECU), DipEd (ECU), Cert IV Music (Jazz) (ECU) – commenced 20/4/2015 Mr M S Hildebrandt, BEd (Curtin) Mr R D Hill, BCM (UWA), GradDipEd Sec (UWA) – resigned 31/12/2015 Mr J E Hindle, BA (Hons), DipEd, MEd, M.IR (UWA) Ms G P Hodgson, BA (Murdoch), GradDip UPP (RMIT), GradDipEd (Murdoch) – commenced 1/1/2015
Mr W T Ramsay, BSc (Acadia), BEd (UPEI Canada) Mr R W G Reberger, BSc (UWA) DipEd (Murdoch) Miss S Reyhani, BCompMathsSc (UWA), BEngHons (UWA), GradDipEd (UWA) – commenced 1/1/2015 Ms L A Richardson, – BEd (Curtin) – commenced 1/1/2015 Mr S H Riddell, BEd (Hons) (Herriot-Watt), HND Eng (Napier), Cert IV TAE – resigned 31/12/2015 Mrs A J Ritchie, BA Prim, BEd (Curtin) Mr S P Ritchie, BSc (Hons) (Otago), DipTeach (UWA) Mr C T Robinson, BSc (Hons) (Oxford), PGCE (Bristol)
Miss P J Hooper, BA (Curtin), GradDipScEd (Curtin)
Mr J A Rugg, BA (Hons) (Durham), PGCE (Kings), ARICS (UK)
Mr T P Iwanowski, BSc (Kings), PGCE (Roehampton), QTS (UK)
Miss K Sabitay, BEd (ECU), AdvCertArt & Design (TAFE), DipTeachPrim (WACAE)
Mrs F E Jackson, BA (Hons) (Leeds), PGCE (Leeds)
Ms K L Salt, BA (WACAE) BEd Hons (ECU)
Mr M Jahn, BEd Phys Ed (ECU)
Miss P M Samson, BMusEd (ECU), AdvDip (Contemporary Music) (WAAPA)
Miss R A James, DipTeach (ECU), BA Hons (Curtin) – 22/1/2015 – 3/4/2015
Mrs D J Scaife, BA (WAIT), DipEd (WAIT)
Mr D O Jones, BA Ed (WACAE), CertTradeStudies
Mr M A Scaife, BEd (Curtin), DipTeach (Nedlands)
Mr A E Keatch, BA Sec D&T (ECU), Ass Dip Arch (drafting), Cert Trade studies
Miss L M Schorer, BEd (ECU)
Ms L M Kerrigan, BA (Curtin), GradDipEd (Murdoch)
Mrs S Scott, BASc (NDameAust), GradDipEd (UWA)
Mr N Kime, BBus & BSc (ECU), GradDipEd (Sec) (ECU)
Miss K J Shaw, BA (Curtin) GradDipEd (Murdoch) – resigned 31/12/2015
Mr R R Knight, BA (ECU), BEd (ECU) – 28/7/2015 – 31/12/2015
Mr S N Siekierka, BEd (Curtin)
Miss G Kotai, BA (WAAPA), GradDipEd (NDameAust) – commenced 1/1/2015
Mr T M Simpson, BMus, GradDipEd (Adelaide)
Mr D Kyle, BA (UWA), DipEd (UWA) GradCertIR (Curtin)
Ms L Springall, BEd (Earlychldhd) (Melb) – commenced 1/1/2015
Mrs J A Langley (nee Ord), BSc Hons (Leeds), PGCE (Leeds)
Mr A Steele, Cert III Sp&Rec (NOLS), BAOutEd (La Trobe), PGDE Sec (La Trobe)
Ms D V Lee, BScEd (MCAE), MEd Studies (NTU)
Mr S Sterrett, BA (Middlesex), GradDipEd (UWA)
Mr W Liauw, BEd (AJCU) (Indonesia)
Mrs T J Stillitano, BA Ed (ECU), DipEd (Hearing Impaired) (Melb)
Mrs J L Lightfoot, BA (UWA), GradDipEd (ECU) GradDipSc (Information Services) (ECU)
Mrs S Strizek, BA (UNE), GradDipEd (Murdoch)
Mrs L S Lilford, BEd (Witwatersrand) Mrs F A Longhurst, TeachCert, DipTeach (WACAE), TeachHighCert
Mrs J P Sullivan, BMusEd (Hons) (UWA), AKC (Early Childhood and Primary) (UQ) Dr C Tay, BA (UWA), GradDipEd (Curtin), PhD (UWA) Mrs K S Taylor, BA (Hons), DipEd (UWA) STAFF • page 209
Mr D C Templar, Cert IV Fitness (FIA), BEd (Ballarat)
House Mothers
Mr P C Tresise, BSc (UWA) LLB (Murdoch) GradDipEd (ECU)
Ms S A Devitt – resigned 2/4/2015
Mr D Turco, BSc (ECU), GradDipEd (ECU) – commenced 1/1/2015
Mrs F Henderson
Mrs R M Turkich BA (ECU) BEd (ECU)
Mrs P C Seaby
Mr B Tyrrell, BEd (NDameAust)
Mrs K E Whetters – commenced 18/2/2015
Mr B G Van Ingen-Kal, Cert IV (WATI), DipEd (UP) – commenced 1/1/2015 Miss V R Vidler, BCom/LLB (Bond), MTeach (Syd)
Admin and Ancillary Staff
Ms C S Vinton, BA (ECU), GradDipEd (ECU) – 28/7/2015 – 25/6/2016
Health Centre Staff
Miss J L Walden, BA Hons (Buckinghamshire Chilterns), GradDipEd (Exeter)
Mrs S M McCarthy, RN
Ms A L Ward, BA Joint Hons (Leeds), PGCE (Keele)
Ms L A Munro, RN
Mrs V L Ward, GradDipArt (ECU), DipTeach
Mrs F Richmond, RN, Nurse Manager
Ms E A Waters, BA (Hons) (DCU), PGCE (Brighton)
Mrs B A Simkin, RN
Mr B E Watson, BEd (Hons) (ECU), DipTeach (WACAE) Mrs A J Webster, LLB (Hons) (Edinburgh), PGCE Prim (Dundee)
Residential Life Staff
Ms K E Webster-Blythe, BA (Hons) (Cardiff), PGCE (Wales), CELTA (UK)
Mr P J Andrews – commenced 22/6/2015
Dr J J Weeda, BA (Hons) (UWA), DipEd (UWA), PhD (UWA), CTEFL (Cambridge)
Mr O Bennett
Mr A E Wells, BSc (ECU), GradDipEd (ECU) – commenced 1/1/2015
Mr S Bennett
Mr S H Whiston, BJourn (Hons) (Surrey IAD), GradDipEd (Primary) (ECU)
Mr J B Brown – commenced 22/6/2015
Mrs J M Whitely, BA (UWA), DipEd (UWA)
Mrs L Bunney – resigned 25/9/2015
Mrs A P Wilkes, BSc (ECU), GradDipEd (Murdoch) – commenced 25/5/2016
Mr A J Clements – commenced 22/6/2015
Mrs J L Willetts, BA (ECU) – commenced 20/4/2015
Mr J Cordner
Mr G J Williams, BA Hons (Liverpool), PGCE (Chester)
Mr A D’Ignazio
Mr C J Wisniewski, BA (UWA), DipEd (UWA)
Mr G Dwyer
Mr A Wood, LLB Business Law (Hons) (Bournemouth), DipEd (ECU)
Mr K J Gilbert
Mrs K Woods, BEd (ACU), MEd (Murdoch) – commenced 1/1/2015
Mr B Gilmour
Rev A F Wright, BTheol (Sydney CoD), BEd, MTheol (Sydney CoD), PhD Theol (Murdoch)
Mr J L Ho, BSc (UWA) – resigned 31/12/2015
Miss S H Wydra (nee Ream), BMusEd (UWA)
Mr Z A Maclachlan – commenced 22/6/2015
Mrs G Youngleson, BA Speech Pathology (UCT), GradDipEd (ECU)
Mr W Melville
Mr B D Zani, BA, BEd (UWA)
Mr M T O’Day – commenced 22/6/2015
Mrs M J Zuidersma, BA (UWA), DipTeach (Nedlands)
Mr E A Raiter – commenced 22/6/2015
Education Assistants/Aides Ms J Barsden, Cert III Children’s Services (TAFE), Assoc Dip Dental Therapy (WAIT) Mrs D Burt, Dip Teach (Nedlands) Mrs E J Cruikshank, Cert III Ed Supp (ATF) Ms G Daly, Cert III Teachers Asst (TAFE) Mrs D L Kerfoot, BCom (Accounting) Witwatersrand, ACMA Cert IV Ed Support (ATP) – resigned 10/12/2015 Mr S A Green, BEd Sec (Murdoch) – 18/3/2015 – 11/12/2015 Ms C Housely, Cert II Auslan, Cert III Auslan, Cert IV Auslan (CIT) – commenced 22/1/2015 Mrs A M Jubber, Dip PrePrimEd (SA), H.D.E Special Ed (SA) – 23/6/2015 – 25/9/2015 Ms G A McCutcheon, Dip Teach (Churchlands) Mrs L J Mayne, Cert III Ed Supp (FEC), Cert IV Ed Supp (FEC)
Mr M L Kelly – commenced 22/6/2015
Mr J T Sinclair – commenced 22/6/2015 Mrs J A Smirk – resigned 9/12/2015 Mr N J Stack Mr C A Stretch Mr P J Tolhurst – resigned 9/4/2015 Mr X R Ventris Administrative Staff Mrs J A Allcock, (Personal Assistant to the Director of Marketing and Business Development) Mrs K A Baker, BBus Acc (Accounts Receivable Officer) – commenced 28/4/2015 Mr D Beard, BPE (Hons) (UWA), Grad Dip Bus (ECU), MSc (Arizona) (Human Resources Consultant)
Mrs T Millar, Cert III Teachers Asst (TAFE)
Mrs B Boisen (Personal Assistant to the Director of Finance and Corporate Services & Executive Assistant to Council)
Ms A J O’Donnell, BAppSc Hons, Speech & Hearing (Curtin) – resigned 2/6/2015
Mr A J Cawley, BCom (Curtin), (Accounts Assistant) – 9/3/2015 – 18/12/2015
Ms F Pinardi, Cert III Teachers Asst Special Needs (NDameAust), Cert III CTEFLA (Zurich), Dip ATCL (Trinity), Adv Dip LTCL (Trinity) Speech and Drama
Mrs M J Colling, (Administration Assistant – Marketing & Development Office)
Mrs S A Seton-Brown, LLB (Hons), MA (Sheffield)
Mrs M A Cross, MA (Hons) (Edin), PGCAS (Aberdeen), ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music) (IB Administrator)
Mrs L Triglavcanin, BBus Marketing (ECU), Cert III Ed Asst (TAFE) – resigned 22/9/2015
Miss C FitzGibbon (Personal Assistant to School Psychologist & Head of Academic Support)
Mrs K Tyler, Assoc Deg Sc (Library Technology), Cert I ESL MS (Adelaide), Cert I Teach Asst (ECU)
Mr G W W Ford, Dip Mngmt (TAFE) (Assistant to the Director of Finance & Corporate Services | Head of Rowing)
Mrs N L Veitch, Cert III Education Support (FEC)
Mrs L Gauld (ILT Administration Support Officer)
Miss V L Watson, BA (UWA), GradDip Museum Studies (Syd), GradDipEd (Murdoch) – resigned 8/12/2015
Mrs K M Girando, F.Edplus, GradCert Mktg, Cert SchlMktg (CMSA), DipPR (TAFE) (Marketing and Public Relations Manager)
Mrs M D Ziepe, BEd (Nedlands), DipTeach (Nedlands) – resigned 10/12/2015
Ms I Halim, MAcct (Curtin) (Payroll Officer, Assistant Accountant/Accounts Receivable)
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Mrs D Houston (Outdoor Education & Tours Administrator)
Ms I Hunt, BSc (Cape Town) (Uniform Shop Manager)
Mrs A M Johnson (Accounts Payable Officer)
Mr W C Jackson BA (CSU) (Indigenous Mentor)
Ms R A Kennington (Personal Assistant to the Head of Middle School)
Mr M W James, BA Comms Design (James Cook), (ILT Support Officer [Apple Specialist])
Mrs K J Kent, Dip Sec & Admin Services (Edwards), DipBusMngmt (Central TAFE), (Personal Assistant to the Junior School Leadership Team)
Ms J A Lilburne, B Comm (UWA) (Uniform Shop Assistant)
Ms H D Locke, Cert III Bus, Cert III Children’s Studies, (Personal Assistant to the Head of Senior School)
Ms S C Lipscombe, BA Psych (UWA), Grad Dip Counselling (Curtin) (Senior School Psychologist)
Mrs P L Madalena, Dip Fine Art, Cert Museum Studies (ECU) (Archivist)
Ms K Lorimer, BSc (Hons) (Deakin), MPsych (Monash) (Junior School & Middle School Psychologist)
Mrs D R Maher, BEd (ECU), DipTeach (ECU) (School Secretary) Mrs L McCoy (Headmaster’s Secretary)
Mr R J Mantell, Assoc App Physics (WAIT), Dip Civil Eng (TAFE), THC (Claremont) (Design & Technology Technician) – resigned 17/4/2015
Mrs C Morton (Junior School Secretary)
Mr R J Markwell (ILT Systems Engineer)
Mrs S Mitchell (Afternoon Receptionist)
Mr S D McCarthy, Dip Networking (TAFE) (ILT Support Officer)
Mrs D Moran (Admissions Manager) Mrs L Murray (Student Services Officer)
Miss K V Mewett, BSc Psych (Curtin), PostGradDip (Library & Info Science) (Curtin), (Library Services Specialist)
Mrs T L Nalder, (Administration Assistant-Middle School)
Mr D E Morgan (ILT Support Officer|Reprographics Supervisor)
Mrs F E Purio (Personal Assistant to the Headmaster and Executive Assistant to Council)
Mrs E L Murdoch, BSocWk (Curtin), GradDip ILS (Curtin) (Library Services Specialist) – commenced 27/7/2015
Mr L H Quartermaine (Old Scotch Collegians Manager)
Mr S M Polden, Cert II Electrotechnology (TAFE), Cert IV IT Support (AICT) (ILT Support Officer)
Ms K L Quinlivan (Admissions Coordinator) Mr E A Raiter, (Administration Assistant – Sport) Ms J E Robinson, BMusA (UWA), (Music Administrator) Ms V Roddan (Absentees Secretary) Mr J A Santelli BBus (ECU), CPA (Accounting Manager) Mrs C Smith, (Morning Receptionist), (OED & Tours Administrator 31/8/2015 – 27/11/2015)
Mrs E R Satriani (Laundry Assistant) Mrs M Shahbazi, BSc (Geology) (FUM) (Laboratory Technician) Mrs K L Simpson (Laundry Assistant) Dr Nick Spadaccini, BSc (Hons) (UWA), PhD (UWA) (ILT Curriculum Manager) Mr C A Stretch (Laundry Assistant) Mr N Taylor, BA (Murdoch) (Library Services Specialist) – commenced 19/1/2015
Mrs K A Smith (Facilities Management Officer) (Accounts Receivable Officer 8/9/2014 – 5/5/2015)
Mr A C Trigg, BA (Murdoch), GradDip (Curtin) (Library Services Assistant) – 2/2/2015 – 11/3/2015
Mrs R Spiller (Reprographics Assistant)
Mr A Vagel, BSc (Computer Science) (Curtin), (Developer and Database Manager)
Mrs T M Swinny (nee Galipo), BComn (ECU) (Human Resources Officer)
Mr P J Williams, ADipMM (Assistant to the Head of Senior School) – resigned 2/4/2015
Mr K B Tatam, (Venues & Events Coordinator) Ms A M Thomson (Personal Assistant to Director of Teaching and Learning & Director of Community and Service)) Mrs P J Turner (Academic Services Officer) Mrs T M Tyrrell (Personal Assistant to Director of Teaching and Learning & Director of Community and Service) (Administration Assistant – Old Scotch Collegians) Mrs J K Usher, BBus Marketing (ECU), (Human Resources Assistant) (School Secretary 29/7/2015 – 10/12/2015)
Mr J F S Williamson, Cert II Telecomm (Challenger TAFE), Cert III Customer Service (Challenger TAFE), (ILT Technical Officer) Mrs S Willis (Laundry Supervisor) Ms D R Wright, BA (UWA), BA Psych (UWA), Dip.Ed. (UWA) (Uniform Shop Assistant)
Grounds & Maintenance Mr B S Bennell (Apprentice Groundsperson)
Mrs S J Watterston, BSc (Murdoch), (School Secretary) – resigned 16/7/2015
Mr Alan J Brown, Cert III Turf Mngmt, Dip Hort (Facilities Supervisor)
Mr M R Watts (Operations and Project Manager Manager)
Mr Aden J Brown (Apprentice Groundsperson)
Mrs N E Wearne, BEd (Murdoch), Cert IV Bus, Cert III OH&S (Junior School Secretary) – 28/7/2015 – 10/12/2015
Mr A N Carvalho, BIndEng (Maua), Cert IV Horticulture (CIT), Cert IV Landscape Design (CIT) (Groundsperson)
Ancillary Staff Mr S Andonovski, BCreatInd (ECU), (Library Services Assistant) 14/10/2015 – 23/11/2015
Mr D W Chitty (Groundsperson) Mr D J Clifford (Groundsperson) Mr B D Evans (Groundsperson)
Mr C H Bailey, (Pipe Band Master)
Mr R G Fenwick (Groundsperson)
Mr P Barry, Dip Lab Tech (TAFE), (Laboratory Technician)
Mr G R Fowler (Carpenter) – resigned 7/12/2015
Mr R Beaton, BSc (IMM) (ECU) (ILT Technical Manager)
Mr G S Hoy (Maintenance Assistant)
Mr T Burrows, GCertANIM (AFTRS) (Digital Content Creator)
Mr M D Kenny, Cert III Horticulture (CIT), (Groundsperson)
Ms N E Burt (Uniform Shop Assistant)
Mr M A Lane, Cert III Sports Turf Mngmt (CIT), (Groundsperson)
Mr M C Davies, BA (Curtin) – commenced 27/4/2015
Mr I P Miedzyblocki (Carpenter)
Miss A Galway, BMusEd (UWA) (Food & Technology Technician)
Mr B D Sampson (Trades Assistant)
Ms B E Haddleton, (Library Services Assistant) – 16/3/2015 – 23/10/2015
Mr D W Seaby (Trades Assistant)
Mr R Hamilton (Drum Instructor)
Mr P D Sherman (Pool Maintenance)
Mrs K Helm, Cert IV Lab Technician (CIT), Dip Lab Tech (VTS), (Laboratory Technician)
Mr I W Waldock (Bus Driver) Mr A C Wood (Carpenter)
Ms L M Hill (Art Technician – MS) – end of contract 11/12/2015 Mr S C Hollingshead, BBus (Curtin), GradDipEd (Curtin) (ILT Operations Manager) Mrs M Horne, AssocDip (Library & Info Studies), BA (Murdoch) (Library Technician)
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Year Twelve BALL
“In his blue gardens men and girls came and went like moths among the whisperings and the champagne and the stars… The lights grow brighter as the earth lurches away from the sun, and now the orchestra is playing yellow cocktail music, and the opera of voices pitches a key higher.” Nick Carraway’s words ring true for the fantastic night that was had by all at the Year 12 Ball for 2015. This year it was nothing short of a tall order to top the Ball that the Scotch Auxiliary had created in 2014 but sure enough, with a Great Gatsby theme, the night was certain to provide a wonderful time for all. Despite having a fixture of PSA sport, in addition to other events such as the Rottnest Swim on that same day, the excitement for this night eclipsed all sense of fatigue and dreariness. The many wonders of the night began when the evening sky above Collegians House was filled with the bodies of 50odd doves that had been released from cages as the boys arrived with their dates and their even fancier suits. It was evident that both the boys and girls had not held back on the opportunity to dress up as if they’d come out of a James Bond movie. Some boys, sticking to true Gatsby style, decided to sport the luxurious pinstripe suit whilst others maintained a more traditional double-breasted jacket that has been worn by some big names. After the parents had finally subdued their seemingly insatiable desire for photos and some pre-event mocktails had been consumed, it was time to see how the Dickinson Centre had been transformed. There was no shortage of amazement as we walked into a building that resembled
nothing of our assembly hall; rather, it was as if we were stepping into one of Gatsby’s elaborate and eccentric parties of the 1920s. The authentic prawn cocktails that came out as an entrée were certainly an exotic taste of upper class 1920s dining, but were evidently an acquired taste. Nevertheless, with performances from contortionists, acrobats and the roaming magicians there was always something to be doing and something to see. Whilst there was all this fun to be had there was indeed a serious part to the night. The stage went deathly quiet and the house lights had gone down when suddenly out of the stage came DJ Marto! He announced, much to the delight of the boys, that he would be playing “sick tunes, for a sick night”. With almost every single attendant on the dance floor at one point, it was thanks to the thorough engineering of the Dickinson Centre that DJ Marto did not literally bring the house down. After such an incredible night of laughter, music, fancy clothes and good times, the Ball truly stands out as a night that we won’t forget and this is all due to the countless hours and dedication that the Scotch Auxiliary and the Scotch parents continue to provide in order to make the night as special as possible. Mr James Hindle
VALEDICTORY DINNER May I begin by saying that I am truly humbled to be standing here tonight, and to be nominated by you boys to be your guest speaker. I would like to take this opportunity to give special thanks also to the parents and staff who have helped organise this event.
I have never been on this stage to speak before; in fact I have only ever been up in front of the school once, as a Year 11 boy getting my Colours for Pipe Band back in 1999. I have often wondered what it might look like from up here and what I would be speaking about if I had the chance. As a young man in Year 12 at Scotch, I used to do five subjects and I had my free period at the same time as one of my closest friends. Every day during free period, we would meet up, head to the Drama room behind the stage at the Memo Hall and borrow the boom box. We would then take it up to the foyer at the top of the Memo Hall and listen to rap CDs and show each other our music. We’d talk about life and the issues raised in the lyrics, joke around and have the best time. We were immersed in the culture of hip-hop and it fostered a lot of attitudes we have in our adult lives, attitudes to social justice, race, cultural identity and economic inequality. Some people think of rap as violent, brash, misogynistic and glorifying drugs, and I guess there is a bit of
swearing as well. Whilst it is a lot of those things at times, it is also poetry, politics, history and art, and that’s what we loved about it. In Year 12 I had this vision of being up on stage at Scotch with my mate, Sebo, rapping and bringing our passion for hip hop to the spotlight. And here I am, up on stage… [Cue music, House of Pain – “Jump Around”] What a weird thing to have on a bucket list. In reality it wasn’t there for long because when I was sitting in your position I was so ready to leave. In fact I vividly remember making two promises to myself as I was leaving Scotch in 2000. Firstly, I pledged that I was never coming back to Scotch. I think I just really wasn’t that keen on authority and school really represented a place for me where people always told you what to do and how to act. There was an article in The West Australian a few days ago interviewing leavers, including great minds like Ben Miller, Jordy Wilhelm, Harry Rieke and Mack Brady. A happy young lady stated in the article, “It feels
You don’t always have to learn things the
HARD WAY, but you do have to learn them
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like we have been institutionalised for the last twelve years and now we’re free.” I think that is exactly how I felt when I left school. My second pledge to myself was a promise that I was never going to get a job where I had to wear a tie. One of the rules that I hated about school was that you had to wear a tie and that your top button needed to be done up. Now I have a conversation with a Year 12 student every single day about how he needs to do his top button up and take some pride in his appearance. Those are the two promises I remember making myself when I was a leaving student sitting in your position. And here I am, at Scotch and wearing a tie. It’s kind of hilarious and kind of tragic. I have come full circle. But I am in a position where I absolutely love my life. I feel like my career is a perfect fit for me, I love giving back to the community that offered me so many opportunities when I was younger and I love discovering the value in what I once viewed only as an “institution”. I do not wish for my speech to be dogmatic or come from any sort of position of authority. My main message is that in this next phase of your life you really just need to define yourself by learning from personal experience. Even as you walk along your chosen path, you will have to deal with fallen logs that come from nowhere and gusts of wind that push you along, or even cause you to change direction altogether. All of these little experiences will make up the tapestry of your life and, by the time you are out of your twenties, you may even find yourself standing in a place where you promised yourself you would never be, and you may just love it.
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When I was first asked to do this speech, I thought it was a massive stitch up – you were getting me up here to put me on the spot and watch me squirm. If it was a stitch up, fair play to you; you’ve won this round. But I have come to know a lot of you fairly well over the last five years and I do believe that I have a bit of ammunition of my own! This cohort has been like my cheeky, annoying little brothers; I haven’t been able to get away from you, despite trying. When these boys first came to Year 8, I had the Stuart House boys and a few Keys and Anderson boys in my SOSE class. I remember two particular, excitable students sitting in the front row in front of my desk, always talking about life outside of the classroom. Another two just wouldn’t stop talking about Rugby, one student kept trying to hustle me for money and others seemed like they were on another planet altogether. I remember referring to them in the staffroom as my bunch of monkeys, because walking into that class was like a zoo sometimes. At that time I was also a tutor for Cameron House and I had some interesting characters there as well and I thought, what the hell is going on here? What are the Middle School doing to produce these people? To their credit, the Middle School can stand by the fact that they produce free-spirited individuals. They were cheeky, but they were intelligent. The Year 8 Alexander boys in the Kennedy Quad were the first boys that I could honestly say really got under my skin. They played games outside my office door, they were loud, they were rude and they did not speak the Queen’s English. Now I see some of these boys as true Men of Honour.
I coached these boys in 9A Football and I have to admit, they really did my head in. They were cheeky little 14-year-olds who thought they knew it all. “Why are we doing this? My Claremont development coach doesn’t tell me to do this.” Argh! So annoying. Looking back, individually there were some absolute champions in that team. After one more season of Friday afternoon Football, I resigned myself to my rightful place as coach of Thirds Football where, as luck would have it, I was to see a few of these boys again as Year 11s. And, as fate would have it, my first year of teaching Year 12s, was with a group of fine young gentlemen that are in this room tonight. So, this year group has sort of followed me around like a bad smell, or an annoying little brother with a lot of cheek that tries to clip your ankles together as he walks behind you. Although we had some fun along the way in the early years, it wasn’t really until Year 12 that my respect and admiration for this group really took off. I often look at our Year 12s and see them doing some really inspirational things: • Watching the way Louis and the Year 12s have led Ross House has been amazing. • Listenting to Oli Heath’s speech about mateship and identity was a very inspirational moment this year, as was James Fox-Slater’s speech last year about being a family carer. • Watching the unique and lovable individual that is Lachie Gibson from afar because he is like this big hurricane of playful destruction.
• The quick wit of Matt Yelland-Hunter, Mark Barwood and Finn Hombergen, and George Boulden’s unique sense of humour. • Having great chats with Alistair Dolton, Matt Dare and Graeme Stewart, not as teacher/ student, but as like-minded people just having a yarn. I know I might be putting myself in dangerous territory by declaring Alistair Dolton and myself as like-minded individuals, but it is true. • Knowing the great banter that Mac Hanlin possesses, but also knowing that he is just too polite to unleash it, so you can just poke him all day and he won’t crack. • Hearing the feats of boys like Vaughan Chin, Stuart McCowan, Tom Prior, Alistair Young, Alex Milligan or Grant Szalek and then seeing them around the School; you would never know what superstars they are in their chosen field because they are so humble. • Seeing George Houdalakis cross the line at cross-country this year is something that I hope I never forget – a truly inspirational effort. • Looking at the amazing artwork of Poom with his self-portrait, and then his kindhearted gesture of painting a portrait for Mr WiIlliams when he retired this year. • Appreciating the cunning moves of Florent Mortier, who has managed to spend the past two years sitting next his girlfriend in almost every one of his classes. • And finally, although I know there are many more, I just wanted to make mention of the amazing work that Bailey Banfield, Harry Patten-Williams and Yarlalu Thomas have completed this year in the name of reconciliation. So, it shouldn’t come as a surprise but it seems that in the last five years this year group has also come full circle. From cheeky little monkeys to inspirational young men. You are ready to go on and make your mark as adults. But how are you supposed to know what that mark will be? All I can do is tell you how I found my path and maybe you will get something out of it as you step out to find your own. One lesson that Dad taught me when I was younger was that he had learnt a lot of life’s lessons the hard way, but at least he knew that he had done it his own way. It really resonated with me. Unfortunately I took that to extremes at times, somewhat determined to learn things the hard way. I experimented, I spoke my mind, I concerned myself with what was fair and what was not. It didn’t always mean that I got along with my teachers or my parents and I often got myself into trouble. However, I did stand up for myself. At a point in time when I was battling to shape
my identity, I did get help from one of my teachers, one James Edward Hindle. Mr Hindle was a very influential man in my life at a very important time. He was, and still is, a wonderful role model. I hope you have all found a teacher in your lives at school that has inspired you, one that may even inspire some of you to join the profession one day. One of my pieces of advice for this speech is that you don’t sit around waiting for a “lightning bolt” moment to strike you with this life changing clarity. I really think that you need to gain momentum from experience. If you don’t know what you want to do, just start doing something. You will find along the way that you have some fun moments, meet cool people, learn a thing or two, and perhaps an opportunity presents itself; perhaps you discover a talent that you didn’t know you had, maybe you find that you have a skill in management from working at a café, or maybe you will get a summer job on a building site and end up applying for an apprenticeship. Things like that happen all the time and the best thing to do, as a young person, is to try things out. Don’t say no. Of course, you need to assess the risks, but don’t let a lack of confidence hold you back. One thing is for sure: you are not going to experience a “lightning bolt” moment if you just sit around playing FIFA while you wait for one. In the summer of 2002, I had a “lightning bolt” moment. Not long after school, I escaped Perth and went to America as a part of Camp America. It was supposed to be a job to fund some travel whilst I escaped a boring university degree and figured out what I wanted to do with my life. I spent the northern summer teaching young kids from the ghettos of Milwaukee how to canoe. I was hanging out and having a fun time, listening to hip-hop, learning the Harlem shuffle and teaching kids. But one day at camp, a young boy tragically lost his life. It was the stuff of nightmares. We went to a group counseling session a couple of days later as a staff group and talked it over. It was really helpful and I felt like I helped the group deal with the grief that we all felt. It was on that day that I decided that I would look into counseling as a career. When I got back from the States I was clearer on who I wanted to become. I wanted to have a career that dealt with people, helped them navigate their way through life and achieve their potential. I enrolled in a double degree of Education and Behavioural Science and spent the next five or six years really dedicated to my studies, confident that I had found my calling. I was on my way to turning full circle. I had stopped resisting advice and had come to realise how powerful advice and proper counsel could be. You might not need a “lightning bolt” moment like I did in order to find your direction, and life-changing experiences don’t only come
from tragedy. I remember spending a week in Melbourne with 10 of my best school mates watching the Boxing Day Test – those sort of moments reinforce that I will always do whatever I can for my mates. I remember spending another week with a good mate in Byron Bay; that was probably the best week of my life and I’ll never forget the impact that it had on me. I had a house party one time and I had my eye on this girl. I was nervous and didn’t approach her, but then I saw her saying her goodbyes and I thought, I can’t let this opportunity slip. I went over and introduced myself; that was the best decision I ever made. The point is if you just get out there and experience what life has to offer, and do things that are new and exciting, you will learn a lot about how the world works, you will learn a lot about yourself and you will build a resilience that only comes from standing on your own two feet. As you guys enter this phase in your life, you are about to have a wonderful time. You start to earn and spend your own money, party hard and travel. Cherish it; it doesn’t last forever. There will hopefully be another phase in your life, the one that I have entered now – career, marriage, children – and that is another amazing time filled with challenges and immense joy, but entirely different. So from the kid back in Year 12 rapping with his mate, to the teacher rapping on stage to his first set of graduating Year 12 students, I will give you a BuzzFeed-style, top ten pieces of advice to help you navigate your twenties: 1.
Learn from experience. You don’t always have to learn things the hard way, but you do have to learn them your way.
2.
Treat others how you would want to be treated.
3.
Stand up for yourself.
4.
Be a good listener. A good listener is not only popular wherever he goes, he also learns a thing or two.
5.
Seek help when you need it.
6.
Look after your loved ones and look for opportunities to help them.
7.
Take risks, but don’t self-sabotage.
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Stay healthy. Don’t get addicted to silly things and keep exercising, otherwise you will find yourself feeling very old by the time you are 30.
9.
Appreciate the power of a mentor.
10. As Mandela once said: “A good head and a good heart are always a formidable combination.” Once again, thanks for having me here tonight. Good luck with the next phase of your life. Mr Jordan Owenell
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Year Twelve VALETE
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James D Abernethy Ross 2008 – 2015
Ilerioluwakiiti Abimibola Ferguson 2012 – 2015
Harry N Adler Ferguson 2008 – 2015
Michael T Albany Brisbane 2010 – 2015
Timothy J Andrew Ross 2008 – 2015
William C Aplin Alexander 2011 – 2015
Matthew I Archer Anderson 2009 – 2015
Unn Areecharoenlert Keys 2011 – 2015
Harry P Ayers Keys 2011 – 2015
Lucas L Baker Alexander 2011 – 2015
Bailey J Banfield Cameron 2011 – 2015
Marshall K Barrymore Brisbane 2008 – 2015
Mark T Barwood St Andrews 2010 – 2015
Liam E Bayly Stuart 2004 – 2015
Patric R Beaven Ross 2010 – 2015
Joshua J Bennett Brisbane 2008 – 2015
Joshua L Bennie Brisbane 2010 – 2015
Sebastian C Bentley Stuart 2008 – 2015
Mcauley A Blair Stuart 2010 – 2015
Hamish J Blanchard Ferguson 2010 – 2015
George G Boulden St Andrews 2004 – 2015
Macklin A Brady Anderson 2008 – 2015
Alexander B Brown Cameron 2010 – 2015
Ethan J Brown Keys 2011 – 2015
Fraser D Bulleid Brisbane 2010 – 2015
Matthew A Burns Anderson 2011 – 2015
Mitchell A Burt Cameron 2008 – 2015
Alistair M Cadee Alexander 2008 – 2015
Alexander J Cain Shearer 2006 – 2015
Connor S Callander-Maher Shearer 2011 – 2015
Emerson J Carlberg Ross 2004 – 2015
Kyle M Carvalho Anderson 2014 – 2015
Oliver Cheveralls Alexander 2011 – 2015
Vaughan L Chin Ferguson 2004 – 2015
Darcy T Coleman Brisbane 2008 – 2015
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Benjamin T Corser Ross 2009 – 2015
Oliver J Cownie Ross 2010 – 2015
Angus O Cribb Alexander 2009 – 2015
Samuel M Daisley St Andrews 2011 – 2015
Matthew J Dare Keys 2011 – 2015
Aidan L Davies Brisbane 2014 – 2015
Hamish E de la Hunty Shearer 2004 – 2015
Brody M Devahasdin Ferguson 2004 – 2015
Jethro Devenish Stuart 2011 – 2015
Samuel J Devine St Andrews 2008 – 2015
Alistair B Dolton Keys 2011 – 2015
Hayden J Donnelly Shearer 2011 – 2015
Lachlan R Duke Stuart 2008 – 2015
Lachlan C Earle St Andrews 2011 – 2015
Oliver J Eastland Cameron 2008 – 2015
Henry E Edwards Ross 2010 – 2015
Piers G EgertonWarburton Keys 2011 – 2015
Theo W Esbenshade Alexander 2009 – 2015
Connor Fairbairn St Andrews 2011 – 2015
Lochlan Farrell Alexander 2013 – 2015
Jackson M Ferri Cameron 2007 – 2015
Dylan J Flecker St Andrews 2011 – 2015
Charles N Forrester Keys 2011 – 2015
James E Fox-Slater Keys 2011 – 2015
Christian J Francois Anderson 2011 – 2015
Oliver Frey Brisbane 2011 – 2015
Harrison G Gardiner Keys 2011 – 2015
Austin A Gear Keys 2011 – 2015
Lachlan P Gibson Keys 2012 – 2015
Antonino Giglia Shearer 2011 – 2015
Connor J Gilbert Cameron 2010 – 2015
Adrian D Gillespie Anderson 2008 – 2015
William A Glass Keys 2013 – 2015
Jack A Godden Shearer 2010 – 2015
Daniel S Gollan Keys 2011 – 2015
William R Goyder Ross 2005 – 2015
David M Graham Alexander 2008 – 2015
Oliver S Green Brisbane 2010 – 2015
Ruan R Greyling Brisbane 2010 – 2015
McCarthy R Hanlin Stuart 2010 – 2015
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Benjamin M Harding Stuart 2008 – 2015
Declan E Hardisty Anderson 2008 – 2015
Ryan Hare Cameron 2010 – 2015
Luke S Harris Alexander 2009 – 2015
John A Harvey Ross 2008 – 2015
David J Hawkins Ferguson 2014 – 2015
Matthew R Hayward Stuart 2011 – 2015
Oliver G Heath Cameron 2004 – 2015
Connor J Henderson Ferguson 2010 – 2015
Jack Henharen Anderson 2004 – 2015
Luke A Hollyock Anderson 2008 – 2015
Finn J Hombergen Alexander 2011 – 2015
David R Honey Ross 2011 – 2015
Marcus T Hook Brisbane 2010 – 2015
George E Houdalakis Alexander 2013 – 2015
George R Houston Anderson 2011 – 2015
Jobah M Howell Cameron 2010 – 2015
Samuel A Humphry Keys 2011 – 2015
Angus C Hunt Keys 2011 – 2015
Matthew D Inman Keys 2011 – 2015
Andrew R Jenkins Brisbane 2008 – 2015
Joshua G Jones Stuart 2010 – 2015
Nicholas A Jones Cameron 2008 – 2015
Michael Jovanovich Stuart 2011 – 2015
Jordan F Kestel Ferguson 2010 – 2015
Timothy J Khowira Ferguson 2011 – 2015
Sam M Langoulant St Andrews 2008 – 2015
Tom O Lavery St Andrews 2008 – 2015
Frank Lee Brisbane 2013 – 2015
Coen J Lewis Keys 2013 – 2015
Jack R Lyttle Ross 2010 – 2015
Phillip J Mackie Keys 2011 – 2015
James C MacKinnon Ross 2012 – 2015
Tom S Maclaurin Anderson 2014 – 2015
Lachlan C Maitland Keys 2013 – 2015
Ahmik O Mallawarachi Cameron 2010 – 2015
Chris Manai Anderson 2011 – 2015
Joshua D Mannolini Ferguson 2008 – 2015
Alexander D Markwell St Andrews 2008 – 2015
Samuel W Martin Keys 2011 – 2015
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Peter M Matthews Alexander 2010 – 2015
Angus R McConkey Anderson 2010 – 2015
Stuart I McCowan Ferguson 2004 – 2015
Charles H McGuckin Shearer 2008 – 2015
Cameron D McIntosh St Andrews 2008 – 2015
Eamon J McKiernan Stuart 2011 – 2015
Conor A McMurtrie Shearer 2011 – 2015
Benjamin G Miller Keys 2013 – 2015
Alex S Milligan Brisbane 2010 – 2015
Harrison D Mills Anderson 2004 – 2015
Harrison B Milne Keys 2011 – 2015
Rueben J Mongoo Keys 2011 – 2015
Florent Mortier Stuart 2012 – 2015
Sam L Munckton Stuart 2010 – 2015
Jesse J Nairn Brisbane 2011 – 2015
Riley E Noble Keys 2011 – 2015
Alexander J Orvis Shearer 2012 – 2015
Samuel M Owen Anderson 2011 – 2015
Robert A Packer Stuart 2008 – 2015
Hugo Palmer Brisbane 2011 – 2015
Brayden K Panting Brisbane 2010 – 2015
Joshua G Parker Cameron 2012 – 2015
Giac Patroni Ferguson 2010 – 2015
Harrison P Patten-Williams Cameron 2010 – 2015
Mitchell B Patterson Alexander 2011 – 2015
David C Patton Brisbane 2004 – 2015
Jakob Pfau Stuart 2012 – 2015
Maclean C Phillips Shearer 2006 – 2015
Benjamin P Piercey Keys 2011 – 2015
Harrison J Pluschke Keys 2011 – 2015
Willem A Poot Ferguson 2010 – 2015
Connor J Porter-Wilkinson Brisbane 2010 – 2015
Thomas J Prior Stuart 2008 – 2015
Jarrod A Pyne Alexander 2008 – 2015
Jeremy X Quinlivan Ferguson 2010 – 2015
Mackenzie A Ratten Ross 2010 – 2015
Benjamin J Reid Ross 2011 – 2015
Benjamin C Richardson St Andrews 2010 – 2015
Harrison L Riekie Ferguson 2008 – 2015
Sam J Riley Cameron 2008 – 2015
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Daniel S Rosich St Andrews 2010 – 2015
Ben J Rushforth Brisbane 2011 – 2015
Erfan Saebi Ferguson 2014 – 2015
Aaron C Salter Ross 2008 – 2015
Aaron R Sarich Cameron 2004 – 2015
Remy M Schoch Alexander 2008 – 2015
Liam D Seagreen Ferguson 2008 – 2015
James E Shackleton St Andrews 2010 – 2015
Hugo J Shervington Alexander 2004 – 2015
William P Siebert Anderson 2008 – 2015
Lachlan R Simpson Shearer 2010 – 2015
Harry J Sinclair Keys 2011 – 2015
Philip Singh Anderson 2011 – 2015
Alistair W Smith Anderson 2011 – 2015
Bailey D Sones Alexander 2011 – 2015
André J Stanley St Andrews 2004 – 2015
Angus T Stewart Stuart 2004 – 2015
Graeme B Stewart Shearer 2008 – 2015
Guy M Straker Brisbane 2010 – 2015
Hunter P Stretch Keys 2011 – 2015
Michael A Sunderland Brisbane 2013 – 2015
Zain Syed Stuart 2010 – 2015
Grant A Szalek Ross 2011 – 2015
Louis W Taylor Ross 2008 – 2015
Charles B Tesser Ferguson 2011 – 2015
Yarlalu N Thomas Stuart 2011 – 2015
Tre C Toigo Keys 2011 – 2015
Daniel Trainer Ferguson 2013 – 2015
Jayden L Travers Keys 2012 – 2015
James R Trench Ferguson 2009 – 2015
Patrick J Triglavcanin St Andrews 2004 – 2015
Bradley G Trouchet Keys 2011 – 2015
Thomas E Truscott Stuart 2013 – 2015
Matthew Verryn Alexander 2008 – 2015
Stuart J Vlahov Keys 2013 – 2015
Hayden R Wade Brisbane 2012 – 2015
Rory D Walker Anderson 2010 – 2015
Thomas D Walker Shearer 2008 – 2015
Thomas W Walker Stuart 2010 – 2015
Remy J Wandby Ferguson 2012 – 2015
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William J Ward Alexander 2008 – 2015
Cameron F Webster St Andrews 2010 – 2015
Daniel A Wee Ross 2010 – 2015
Hugh J Whitewood St Andrews 2004 – 2015
Camden D Whitney-Hopkins Cameron 2010 – 2015
Jordan T Wilhelm Cameron 2008 – 2015
James H Wilson Keys 2012 – 2015
John D Wilson Keys 2011 – 2015
Samuel P Wilson Shearer 2010 – 2015
Tom R Woods Shearer 2010 – 2015
Harrison M Wroth Anderson 2011 – 2015
Matthew S Yelland-Hunter Ferguson 2011 – 2015
Alistair F Young Cameron 2010 – 2015
Samuel T Zani Ferguson 2010 – 2015
AWARDS & PRIZES
Senior School Awards Academic Excellence Year 7 Alexander T Aakermann Cooper H Anderson Max R Anderson Adam S Barwood Jack D Beazley Charlie R Bevan Rory C Bruce Ronan L Cameron Alex P Chew Benjamin F Clarke Digby F Cleland Nicholas E Cusack Adam J Darley Ashley W Edgar Ronald J Fellows-Smith William Gordon Nicholas P Gower George W Graham Jack D Hayward Enyeto M Ingrilli Giancarlo P Kain Tobias S Knox Lyttle Julian Kyriakou Ethan P Lamb Patrick J Latchem George H Lewin William S Lewis Canyon S Mannikko Aidan M Matthews Lachlan T Norcott Darius K Opie Will C Partridge David Polo Charlie Radici William P Reeves Jake W Scott-Hill Benjamin G Sharrin Lachlan L Simpson John R Simpson William G Steinberg David M Stulpner Arun D Tibballs Cooper van Rooyen Nicholas Verryn Sam O Wake Andrew K Walton Riley Waters James D Watson Reuben Westerman Daniel J Wiese Sebastian J Wright Year 8 Jack R Adams Nicholas Azzopardi Jack C Banfield
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William D Chalmers
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Joshua Dyson
Nathan A Frazier
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Bailey S Flecker
James R Gale
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Harry W Foley
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Patrick M Devereux
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Luke N Henderson
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Ryan S Hodgetts
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Connor P O’Sullivan
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Harry G Penrose
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Austin A Bantock
Lewis J Weeda
Frank Lee
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Jack S Bardsley
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Joseph H Belcastro
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Oliver H Benson
Hugo D Akindele-Obe
Alexander D Markwell
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Stuart I McCowan
Sam C Anderson
Harry O Brown
Mitchell Atkinson
Alex S Milligan
Luke T Beeson
Andrew P Burvill
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Robert A Packer
Jordan D Bowling
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Hugo Palmer
Adam Brenz-Verca
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James E Shackleton
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Harry J Sinclair
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William T Coad
Jordan C Campbell
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Thomas E Truscott
Alexander D Markwell
Ben J Rushforth
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Benjamin M Harding
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Declan E Hardisty
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Matthew S Yelland-Hunter
William R Goyder
Matthew D Inman
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Benjamin G Miller
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Marcus T Hook
Benjamin J Reid
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Harry J Sinclair
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Joshua D Mannolini
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Harrison M Wroth
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Academic Honours Mark T Barwood
Academic Workshop – Colours
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Vaughan L Chin
Charles H Mills
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Flynn I Robertson
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Academic Colours Year 11 Eddie P Atchison Harrison R Banfield Joel S Barnden Jordan C Campbell Fraser D Cull Fraser L Dudfield Jack A Fairweather Thomas H Gooch Angus R MacLeod Charles H Mills James H Naylor-Pratt Drummond A Orr Sam W Perrignon Denver T Quantrill Curtis A Schaff Brodie A Stephenson Liam C Vaughan Angus J Warman Campbell C Williamson Jonathan W Yeo
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Cricket – Colours
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Christian G Benney
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Harrison R Banfield
Jackson M Ferri
Denver T Quantrill
Jackson M Ferri
Patric R Beaven
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Aaron C Salter
Oliver M Harding
Joshua J Bennett
Cameron D Green
Hamish B Sheridan
Jack Henharen
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McCarthy R Hanlin
Philip Singh
Trenton J Matthews
Isaac A Bombara
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Alexander B Brown
Hamish A McKenzie
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Alistair W Murray
Alexander G Crump
Charles W Russell
Brodie A Stephenson
Samuel M Owen
Fraser D Cull
Matthew G Todd
Graeme B Stewart
Joshua J Pearson
Aidan L Davies
Hayden R Wade
Angus T Stewart
Benjamin P Piercey
Chase A Deitner
Zaine A Welsh
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Bailey D Sones
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Matthew G Todd
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Hugh J Whitewood
Hugh J Whitewood
Oliver S Green Joshua C Hook
Cross Country – Colours
Asadollah Hosseini
Patric R Beaven
Angus R MacLeod
Alexander B Brown
Alexander D Markwell
Drama – Colours
Matthew A Burns
Rory T O’Sullivan
Jack Couzens
Lochlan G Ashdown
Harry N Adler
Joshua G Parker
Connor M Enslin
Marshall K Barrymore
Hugo D Akindele-Obe
Benjamin J Reid
Dylan J Flecker
Timothy J Cornish
Charles A Barblett
Campbell E Shaw
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Alec C Garkaklis
Tristan L Barrow
Harry J Sinclair
Dylan E Gibbs
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Mark T Barwood
Grant A Szalek
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Angus M Grant
Patrick M Carter
Cameron F Webster
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Arthur T Payne
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Solomon J Little
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Year 12
Chess – Colours
Basketball – Colours Ilerioluwakiiti Abimibola
Finn J Hombergen
Sebastian C Bentley
Marcus T Hook
Mitchell G Clarke
Matthew D Inman
Finn J Hombergen
Frank Lee
Brayden K Panting
James C MacKinnon
William Regan
Tom S Maclaurin
Benjamin J Reid
Community Service – Colours
Tom R Woods
Michael T Albany Unn Areecharoenlert Bailey J Banfield Harrison J Bennie Joshua L Bennie George G Boulden Alexander B Brown Matthew A Burns Alistair M Cadee Alexander J Cain Mitchell G Clarke Alexander G Crump Piers G Egerton-Warburton
Football – Colours
Music – Colours Ilerioluwakiiti Abimibola
Charles H Mills Harrison A Nicholls
Lucas L Baker
Jarrod A Pyne
Bailey J Banfield
Curtis A Schaff
Joshua J Bennett
Oliver T Scott-Morey
Alexander G Crump
Charles R Usher
Lewis A Daisley
Angus J Warman
Oliver J Eastland
Samuel T Zani
Daniel S Gollan Maximilian H Grant
Music (Chamber) – Colours
Ruan R Greyling
Harrison D Broun
Thomas H Gooch
AWARDS & PRIZES • page 231
Vaughan L Chin
Robert A Packer
Harrison D Mills
Hamish E de la Hunty
Jarrod A Pyne
Rory T O’Sullivan
McCarthy R Hanlin
Aaron C Salter
Joshua G Parker
Connor J Henderson
Bailey H van der Zanden
Abraham L Potter
Stuart I McCowan
Angus J Warman
Denver T Quantrill
Oliver T Scott-Morey
Lewis J Weeda
Hugo J Shervington
Angus J Warman
Music (Jazz) – Colours
William P Siebert
Public Speaking (Mock Trials) – Colours
Rory D Walker Matthew S Yelland-Hunter
Ben C Webster
Jarrod A Pyne Benjamin J Reid
Volleyball – Colours Alexander J Allcock Joshua T Boyce Jordan Doull Jack Henharen Chris Manai André J Stanley Guy M Straker Samuel P Wilson
William P Siebert Harry J Sinclair Philip Singh Graeme B Stewart Angus T Stewart Louis W Taylor Yarlalu N Thomas James R Trench
Harry N Adler
Mark T Barwood
Sailing – Colours
Hugo D Akindele-Obe
Peter J Cooke
George G Boulden
Charles A Barblett
Alec C Garkaklis
Adam Brenz-Verca
Vaughan L Chin
William R Goyder
Andrew A Briggs
Samuel J Devine
McCarthy R Hanlin
Emerson J Carlberg
Joseph R Gardam
James W Hollingsworth
Conor A McMurtrie
William R Goyder
Ahmik O Mallawarachi
Liam D Seagreen
Stuart I McCowan
James H Naylor-Pratt
Benjamin J Walsh
Charles H Mills
Drummond A Orr
Harrison A Nicholls
Jarrod A Pyne
Soccer – Colours
Aaron C Salter
Oliver K Davis
Music – Honours
Thomas J O’Loughlin Liam D Seagreen
Philip Singh
Jack S Bardsley
Max W Garbutt-Wilkins
Stuart I McCowan
Angus J Warman
James R Warne
Sebastian C Bentley
Christian Kyriakou
Mcauley A Blair
Lachlan J Mackenzie
Hamish J Blanchard
Tobias R Muir
Pipe Band – Honours
Teophile C Brown
Thomas J Prior
Emerson J Carlberg
Marshall K Barrymore
Matthew L Simich
Dylan J Flecker David M Graham
Patrick J Triglavcanin
Water Polo – Colours Harry N Adler Hamish B Anderson Mitchell Atkinson Hugo P Coulson
Charles A Barblett
Public Speaking (Speech) – Colours
Marshall K Barrymore
Bailey J Banfield
Oliver Cheveralls
Hayden J Donnelly
William R Goyder
Connor J Smith
Aidan L Davies
Fraser L Dudfield
Oliver G Heath
Angus T Stewart
Carlin W Feely
Lachlan E Vos
Pipe Band – Colours
Lachlan R Duke
William R Goyder
David M Graham
Public Speaking (UNYA) – Colours
Oliver G Heath
Bailey J Banfield
Harrison P Patten-Williams
Thomas W Keamy
Charles H Mills
Graeme B Stewart
Hamish J McLean
James H Naylor-Pratt
Connor T Meerwald
Jarrod A Pyne
Dylan J Flecker
Alistair W Murray Sam W Perrignon Abraham L Potter Denver T Quantrill Aidan C Read Sam J Riley Hamish B Sheridan Charles B Tesser Christopher T Watts Thomas A White
Public Speaking (Debating) – Colours James D Abernethy William T Allen Charles A Barblett Sidharth Bhargavan Samuel M Daisley William R Goyder McCarthy R Hanlin Zachary J Jones Michael A Kailis Charles H Mills
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Rowing – Colours Jonathan M Ashby
Ryan Hare Charles H McGuckin
Surfing – Colours
WR Dickinson Leadership Award Colours Harry N Adler Unn Areecharoenlert Bailey J Banfield
Alexander G Crump
Marshall K Barrymore
Julien J Walker
Mark T Barwood
Harrison M Wroth
Cross Country – Honours Oliver S Green
Hockey – Honours Timothy J Andrew
Public Speaking – Honours McCarthy R Hanlin
Rowing – Honours Harry P Ayers Ruan R Greyling Harry J Sinclair
Joshua J Bennett
Sailing – Honours
George G Boulden
Emerson J Carlberg
Harry P Ayers
Swimming – Colours
Chase A Deitner
Martin D Gallagher
Alexander B Brown
James E Fox-Slater
Matthew J Khowira
Alistair M Cadee
Lachlan P Gibson
Timothy J Khowira
Oliver Cheveralls
Swimming – Honours
Ruan R Greyling
Alex S Milligan
Vaughan L Chin
Alex S Milligan
Sam M Langoulant
Thomas J Prior
Hayden J Donnelly
Robert A Packer
Jarrod A Pyne
Dylan J Flecker
Harry J Sinclair
Connor J Smith
Charles N Forrester
Daniel A Wee
Angus T Stewart
James E Fox-Slater
Cameron F Webster
Antonino Giglia
Samuel P Wilson
William R Goyder
Rugby – Colours Liam E Bayly
Ruan R Greyling
Benjamin T Corser
Tennis – Colours
McCarthy R Hanlin
Brody M Devahasdin
Bailey J Banfield
Oliver G Heath
Hayden J Donnelly
Harry O Burrell
Stuart I McCowan
James E Fox-Slater
Rigby H Dowland
Robert A Packer
Nicholas Gale
Connor M Enslin
Hugo Palmer
McCarthy R Hanlin
Simon M Ferreira
Harrison P Patten-Williams
Asadollah Hosseini
Christopher P Lawrance
Benjamin P Piercey
Jack R Lyttle
Willem A Poot
Alexander D Markwell
Tennis – Honours Jack R Lyttle
Water Polo – Honours Thomas J Prior
WR Dickinson Leadership Award Honours Bailey J Banfield Oliver G Heath Yarlalu N Thomas
Senior School Prizes Year 9 Prizes Industry
Year 10 Prizes Felix HH Jones
FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize
Jonathon J Prior
Harry OE Brown Mitchell G Clarke Rigby H Dowland
FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize
Bailey S Flecker
Cooper K Ehlers
Darcy ML Frazer
Luke N Henderson
Joshua C Hook
Raghav Khanna
Jack A Knobel
Thomas S Krantz
Campbell T McCracken
Christian Kyriakou
George S Mitchell
James C Mandzufas
Connor P O'Sullivan
Thomas J Miller
Conor WJ Patton
Alistair W Murray Lewis JZ Weeda
FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize, English,
Archie WB Capon
General Music,
FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize, Art, Design:
Reporter Junior Poetry – Years 9-10, Science
Wood
FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize, Design:
Christopher J Ramsden
FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize, Design and
Prentice K Shepherd
FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize, Drama
Toby G O'Keeffe
FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize, English, Media
Andrew P Burvill
FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize, French –
Zachary T Reynolds
Architecture FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize, French –
Bailey H van der Zanden
Second Language, Individuals and Societies, Mathematics Art
Harry G Penrose
Computer Engineering
Aren C Leishman
Design: Metal
Stewart I Wallace
Design: Wood
Lewis S Martin
Drama
Alexander A Comstock
French – Background Speaker
Auxence DM Gide
Health and Physical Education
Nicholas J Crump
Indonesian – Second Language
Joshua Dyson
Musical Instrument Making
Alexander Omari
Media
Dominic J Vivian
Reporter Junior Prose – Years 9-10
Jordan DJ Bowling
Specialist Music
Frans P Buys
Madoc C Hill
Photography
Second Language FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize, Humanities –
Kartik Khanna
Commerce FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize, Humanities –
William T Allen
Geography FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize, Indonesian –
Timothy A Oe
Background Speaker FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize, Indonesian –
Griffin D Mathias
Second Language FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize, Mathematics
Yuelin Shen
FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize, Science,
Nicholas L Clarnette
Specialist Music Computer Engineering
Campbell JH Millar
Design: Architecture
Brynn N Teakle
Design: Metal
Callum L Willmott
General Music
Samuel J Joyner
Health and Physical Education
Jack S Bardsley
Humanities – History
Lachlan G Montgomery
Musical Instrument Making
Sachio SD Ingrilli
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Year 11 Prizes Industry
Jesse J Witts
FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize
Charles H Mills
Literature – ATAR (WACE) FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize
Tristan L Barrow
Psychology – ATAR (WACE)
Sam W Perrignon Denver T Quantrill
FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize
Todd C Retallack
Mathematics Essentials – General (WACE)
Braden G Retallack
Clive SL Wang FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize
Jonathan WW Yeo
Physics HL (IBD)
Biology – ATAR (WACE) FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize
Angus J Warman
Music HL (IBD)
Harrison R Banfield
FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize
Brodie A Stephenson
Physics – ATAR (WACE)
Biology HL (IBD) Literature SL (IBD) Mathematics HL (IBD)
FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize
Jack A Fairweather
Politics and Law – ATAR (WACE) FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize
Alexander G Crump
Visual Arts – ATAR (WACE)
Business Management and Enterprise – ATAR (WACE)
FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize
Economics – ATAR (WACE)
Reporter Senior Poetry – Years 11-12
Liam C Vaughan
Modern History – ATAR (WACE) Accounting and Finance – ATAR (WACE) FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize
Mitchell Atkinson
Chemistry – ATAR (WACE)
Angus J Rogers
Marine and Maritime Studies – ATAR (WACE) Materials Design and Technology (Metals) – ATAR (WACE)
FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize
Drummond AN Orr
Physical Education Studies – General (WACE)
Chemistry SL (IBD) French SL (IBD)
Biology SL (IBD)
History HL (IBD) FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize
Eddie P Atchison
Design (Graphics) – ATAR (WACE) (WACE)
Chemistry HL (IBD) Liam D McKenzie
Design (Photography) – ATAR (WACE) FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize
Campbell C Williamson
Reporter Senior Prose – Years 11-12 Curtis A Schaff
Economics SL (IBD) FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize Indonesian SL (IBD)
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Thomas W Keamy
Jordan C Campbell
Chase A Deitner
Physics HL (IBD) Computer Science – ATAR (WACE)
Drama – ATAR (WACE)
FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize
Career and Enterprise – General (WACE) Marine and Maritime Studies – General (WACE)
Earth and Environmental Science – ATAR
FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize
Rory T O’Sullivan
Language and Literature HL (IBD)
Peter W Attwell
Design (Dimensional Design) – ATAR (WACE) Trenton J Matthews English – ATAR (WACE)
Matthew G Todd
Film HL (IBD)
Andre NC Avila
Food Science and Technology – General
William IR Cusack
(WACE)
Geography – ATAR (WACE)
Andrew J Lesslie
Human Biology – ATAR (WACE)
Zachary JM Jones
Indonesian – ATAR (WACE)
Fraser DG Cull
Language and Literature SL (IBD)
Hugo DO Akindele-Obe
Physics SL (IBD) Spanish ab initio SL (IBD) Materials Design and Technology (Wood) –
Harrison J Bennie
ATAR (WACE) Mathematical Studies SL (IBD)
Henry JdeB Cullen
Mathematics Applications – ATAR (WACE)
Riley J Smith
Media Production and Analysis – ATAR (WACE)Fraser LD Dudfield Music – ATAR (WACE)
Harrison A Nicholls
Music – General (WACE)
Joseph RW Gardam
Physical Education Studies – ATAR (WACE)
Ben C Webster
Spanish ab initio SL (IBD)
Rahuul Prasad
Theatre HL (IBD)
Alec C Garkaklis
Visual Arts – General (WACE)
Sebastian G Ramsay
Economics HL (IBD)
James H Naylor-Pratt
German ab initio SL (IBD) Literature HL (IBD) Mathematics SL (IBD) Dux of Year 11 IBD Mathematics Methods – ATAR (WACE)
Angus R MacLeod
Mathematics Specialist – ATAR (WACE) Dux of Year 11 WACE English – General (WACE)
Fletcher E Cremasco
Materials Design and Technology (Metals) – General (WACE) Materials Design and Technology (Wood) – General (WACE) Dux of Year 11 VET
AWARDS & PRIZES • page 235
Year 12 Prizes Pipe Major
Dylan J Flecker
Design (Dimensional Design) 3A/3B (WACE)
Willem A Poot
FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize
Mark T Barwood
Design (Photography) 3A/3B (WACE)
Samuel J Devine
Drama 3A/3B (WACE)
Oliver G Heath
Hugo Palmer
Earth and Environmental Science 3A/3B
Matthew JD Dare
Thomas ES Truscott
(WACE)
Alexander J Cain Hamish EO de la Hunty Tom S Maclaurin
Harrison M Wroth
FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize
Samuel TG Zani
Economics 3A/3B (WACE)
Philip Singh
Antonino Giglia
Film HL (IBD)
Jarrod A Pyne
Film SL (IBD)
Daniel Trainer
Geography 3A/3B (WACE)
Graeme B Stewart
Geography HL (IBD)
Florent Mortier
Indonesian 3A/3B (WACE)
Camden D Whitney-
Accounting and Finance 3A/3B (WACE) FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize
Unn Areecharoenlert
Art Purchase Prize Biology HL (IBD) Indonesian SL (IBD) Visual Arts HL (IBD)
Hopkins FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize
William RB Goyder
Biology SL (IBD)
Marine and Maritime Studies 1C/1D (WACE)
History HL (IBD)
Materials, Design and Technology 3A/3B (Metals) (WACE)
Mathematical Studies SL (IBD) FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize
Angus C Hunt
Frank Lee
Chemistry HL (IBD)
Materials, Design and Technology 1C/1D
Alistair BH Dolton
(Metals) (WACE) Physical Education Studies 1C/1D (WACE)
History SL (IBD) Mandarin SL (IBD)
Materials, Design and Technology 3A/3B
Mathematics HL (IBD)
(Wood) (WACE)
Charles N Forrester
Physics HL (IBD) FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize
Thomas D Walker
Mathematics 3A/3B (WACE)
Ben J Rushforth
Bailey J Banfield
Economics HL (IBD) Physics SL (IBD) FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize
Mathematics 2C/2D (WACE)
Media Production and Analysis 3A/3B (WACE) James D Abernethy Finn J Hombergen
English 3A/3B (WACE)
Politics and Law 3A/3B (WACE) Modern History 3A/3B (WACE)
Samuel A Humphry
Physical Education Studies 3A/3B (WACE)
Harry J Sinclair
Visual Arts 3A/3B (WACE)
André J Stanley
Psychology 3A/3B (WACE) FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize
Alexander B Brown
Human Biological Science 3A/3B (WACE) FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize
James C MacKinnon
Language and Literature SL (IBD) FG Medcalf Proficiency Prize
Senior Prizes McCarthy R Hanlin
Theatre HL (IBD)
Staff Trophy
Shearer House
Biological Sciences 3A/3B (WACE)
Phillip J Mackie
Vice Captain of School
Bailey J Banfield
Business Management and Enterprise 3A/3B
Marcus T Hook
Vice Captain of School
McCarthy R Hanlin
Head of Student Council
William RB Goyder
Old Scotch Collegians Prize for
Oliver G Heath
(WACE) Computer Science 3A/3B (WACE)
Conor A McMurtrie Captain of School
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St Andrews Cross The St Andrews Cross is awarded in recognition of outstanding achievement in a breadth of areas. There are five areas of possible achievement – Academic Achievement, Arts & Culture, Community & Service, Leadership, and Sport. To qualify for the St Andrews Cross a boy must receive one Colours in all five areas. In recognition that the attainment of Honours takes extra commitment a boy will also qualify if he attains one Honours in one area and one Colours or Honours in three other areas. This year six boys will be awarded the St Andrews Cross.
Bailey Banfield
Alexander Brown
2 Honours: Academic Achievement 15,
1 Honours: Academic Achievement 15
Leadership – WR Dickinson Leadership 15 12 Colours: Academic Achievement 14 & 15
8 Colours: Academic Achievement 14 & 15 Community and Service – Community Service 15
Arts and Culture – Chess 15, Public Speaking (Speech) 15,
Leadership – WR Dickinson Leadership Award 15
& Public Speaking (UNYA) 15
Sport – Cross Country 13 & 15, Athletics 14 & 15
Community and Service – Community Service 15 Leadership – WR Dickinson Leadership Award 15 Sport – Football 14 & 15, Tennis 14 & 15, Athletics 15
Dylan Flecker
William Goyder
1 Honours: Arts and Culture – Pipe Band 15
1 Honours: Academic Achievement 15
7 Colours: Arts and Culture – Pipe Band 13, 14 & 15
16 Colours: Academic Achievement 14 & 15
Community and Service – Community Service 14
Arts and Culture – Drama 13 & 15, Music 14 & 15, Music (Jazz)
Leadership – WR Dickinson Leadership Award 15
14 & 15, Music (Chamber) 15, Public Speaking (Debating) 14 & 15,
Sport – Cross Country 14 & 15
Public Speaking (Mock Trials) 15, Public Speaking (Speech) 15 Community and Service – Community Service 15 Leadership – WR Dickinson Leadership Award 15 Sport – Soccer 15
McCarthy Hanlin
Robert Packer
2 Honours: Academic Achievement 15,
6 Colours: Academic Achievement 14 & 15
Arts and Culture – Public Speaking 15 17 Colours: Academic Achievement 14 & 15 Arts and Culture – Debating 12 & 13, Public Speaking (Debating) 14 & 15, Public Speaking (Mock Trials) 15, Music 14 &
Arts and Culture – Public Speaking (Debating) 15 Community and Service – Community Service 15 Leadership – WR Dickinson Leadership Award 15 Sport – Rowing 15
15, Music (Chamber) 14 & 15 Community and Service – Community Service 15 Leadership – WR Dickinson Leadership Award 15 Sport – Cricket 14 & 15, Rugby 14 & 15
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Duces of Scotch College
Stuart McCowan (IB)
Vaughan Chin (WACE)
James Fox-Slater (VET)
Stuart McCowan’s academic record was outstanding. He is an intelligent, thoughtful and talented young man whose obvious academic ability combined with his highly disciplined approach to his studies has seen him achieve the highest possible results in all of his learning areas. His commitment to his studies was highlighted this year when he was awarded Academic Honours after receiving Academic Excellence in every semester from Year 8 to Year 12. His remarkable academic achievements have been matched by his talent and commitment to music where he was Captain of Music in 2015 and was also awarded Honours for Music this year. Stuart was also the only student from Western Australia to attend the Brubeck Institute’s Summer Jazz Colony held in California. While Stuart’s achievements are remarkable, it is his humility, consideration of others and quiet, determined approach that have made him a role model for all students. Stuart received subject prizes for:
Vaughan Chin set very high standards for himself. He was a straight A student whose remarkable academic ability was matched by his outstanding work ethic. His diligence, fortitude and conscientiousness served as a strong example to those around him and he has been fittingly acknowledged for his academic achievements with Academic Honours. An outstanding young man who has contributed enormously to Scotch College, most notably in music where he played alto saxophone in the Big Band and Concert Band and in 2015 won the Will Upson Music Award for solo performance. Vaughan is a respectful, diligent and courteous young man who received subject prizes for:
• Mathematics Specialist 3C/3D
James Fox-Slater consistently displayed an admirable work ethic that saw him achieve straight A grades in all areas of his academic programme. James was an enthusiastic participant in the College’s Instep programme where he relished the opportunity to develop skills and talents in a variety of trades. His determination to perform to the very best of his ability saw him produce work of the highest standard that was acknowledged in his Excellence in the Workplace Award and his completion of the Certificate IV in Business earlier this year. A considerate and enthusiastic young man who has seized his opportunities at Scotch College, James was awarded Colours for Leadership and Rowing this year and was a member of the Boarders’ Council. He has contributed enormously to the Boarding House, rowed with the First VIII and walked the full length of the Bibbulmun Track. James received subject prizes for:
• Physics 3A/3B
• English 1C/1D
• Chemistry (SL)
• Stewart Literature Prize
• Food Science and Technology 1A/1B
• French (SL)
• And the Dux of the Year 12 WACE Programme.
• Materials, Design and Technology 1C/1D
• Literature (HL) • Mathematics (SL) • Music (HL) • Psychology (HL) • And the Dux of the Year 12 IB Diploma Programme.
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• Chemistry 3A/3B • French 3A/3B • Mathematics 3C/3D
• Mathematics 1D/1E • And the Dux of the Year 12 Vocational Education and Training programme.
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Valete
Salvete
Year 3
Oskar A Beadell
Year 1
Thomas J Chalmers
Jean-Marc J Boyce
Johannes S Jensen
Rupert M Currie
Ashley J Mason
James M De Jonge Edward H Hopkins Luca H La Ferla
Jaxson Austin
Jack L Saggers
Caelan W Casey
Harrison M Unstead
John A Gordon
Thomas J Wheeler
Samuel P Holmes
Alexander B Winmar
Reece E S Macdonald
Thomas H W Wood
Soichiro Ogawa Hudson W Weir Year 3
Adam R Martin
Year 5 Finn W J Cummins Horry G Foster Jordan K Naidoo Year 7 Tai L Foskett Fergus A Howell Angus E Lacey William S MacKinnon Harrison R Ostler Gil Palmer Jamie G Russell Callum J Samson
Cohen Clover Tristan P M Gastevich Matthew R Hale Oban C Hopkins
Christian Melsom Jai N M Moxham Archie W Murdoch James Tan James S Taskunas Oliver W Warden
Felix G Garelja
Francis C Foster
Oliver Seitchik
Brendan Chin
William R Mahaffy
Year 4
Jonathan G Marstall
Alexander J Holmes
Thomas E Chambers
Oliver Lisewski
Andrew E Katsambanis
Jack M M Cummins
Callum C Fairweather
Oliver G H Campbell
Angus T Kaufman
Johannes S Jensen
Jack A Buller Ben T Kelly
Year 4
Hamish R Byass
Charles S B Goyder
Harrison R Ashbee
Max L Casalanguida-Spanghero
Antonio Ramirez
Hugo R Atkins
Jasper T Constantine
Thomas J Houliston
Carson Dueck
Winston W L Kwan
Brenn A F Armstrong
Year 9
Jordan Bailey
Wesley J Howell
SALVETE
Year 8
Year 1
Year 2
and
Cooper Lisle Thomas Lovegrove William T Macknay
Hayden A Houghton Alexander C B Jackson
Charlie G Martin
Year 5
Ashley J Mason
Lachlan D J Bateman
Jack E Mayo
Jonathan J Dunlop
Oliver P Montandon
Banjo P J Harold
Dane A Morrison
Harry A Jenour
Joshua Munro
Finn E Jones
James A T Walker
Kush N Narula
James Moffat-Clarke
Luca J Niardone
Toby J Webster
Year 10
Cooper C Royle
Jordan Austin
Anderson J Strk-Lingard
Preston J Giumelli
Charlie J W Warden
Monty B Atkins
Jefferson Lee
Daniel L M Weustink
Achille P A Aubault
Matthew Markwell
Aidan M T Willoughby
Jarvis D Banfield
Nelson A Morgan
George K Young
Oliver M Barrett
Allwin Parker Calum J Russell Adrian G Shearer Lachlan M Thomson Seamus Twomey
Nicholas C Pierson Jamie Robertson
Year 2
Year 6
James W Bennett Samuel R Bennett
Thomas E Turner
James G J Bowie
Jasper A Blunt
Lachlan T Cairns
Angus J Bowden
Year 11
Jonathan N Filopoulos
Christiaan S Buys
Joshua T Boyce
Stewart Graves
Pearson C Chambel
Fletcher E Cremasco
Lucas Liu
Ashton L Crocker
Bryce R Holland
Thomas J Magtengaard
Aaron J Cuthbertson
William E Marstall
Ben T J Marris
James P Deykin
Cameron D McDougall
Lachlan J Palich
Samuel J Dyball
Sachin L Thorpe
Philip S Pizimolas
Dylan C Field
Marc A Ricciardello
Alexander V Fowler
Jake G Taboni
William M Gale
Luca Wheeler
Joshua D Galvin
Vincent Zhu
Mederic V F M Gide
Year 12 Shezad Latif
Deen T Goring Samuel M Gray Harry Hansom
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Jolyon M Harrison-Murray
Connor Dinas
Oliver A Stipanicev
Roberto Martelli
Brock Helton
David S Eades
Stuart D Stirling
Samuel J McConachy
Alexander W Hill
Patrick L Eastough
Cameron S Taylor
Liam T McCreery
George H E Johnston
Ashley W Edgar
Joshua W Thomson
Tyson Moody
Jed R Jones
Timothy A Fleay
Lachlan Thorne
Harry A Pasich
Ben L N Jongejan
Hamish J Gooch
Arun D Tibballs
Cameron J Rea
Lukyan Kalugin
Nicholas P Gower
Alexander D Van Wyk
Harrison Rickarby
James A Kerr
George W Graham
Nicholas Verryn
Luke C Smith
Joshua P Ledger
Jaxon K Hayden
Christopher K Villafuerte
Aidan M Veitch
Thomas S Lynch
Matthew W Hayers
Alexandr Vysotskiy
Harvey J Walker
James W Macgeorge
Jack D Hayward
Kieran W Waddingham
Raymond J Welch
Taj A Massey
Benjamin D Hough
Sam O Wake
James M Wellman
Noah W Matthews
Liam J A Howgate
Riley Waters
Seong J Won
Jack McAuliffe
Angus H Hume
Reuben Westerman
Samuel G Woodward
Gregory J McVicker
Toby J Humphris
Sam R White
Ching-Yuan J Yang
William Moffat-Clarke
Jaiden S Hyde
Daniel J Wiese
Max B Mumme
Enyeto M D Ingrilli
Jonus M D Williams
Hugo R Oakey
Harry T B Jackson
Rhys S J Williams
Cody L Price
Angus L Johnston
Alexander A E G Wolf
William J Quinlivan
Jamie Johnstone
Bailey J Wright
Massimiliano D F Ricci
Tom A R Keamy
Sebastian J M Wright
Callum J Ryan
Alexander J Kirwood
Cooper T J Young
Jacob L Smetana
Tobias S Knox Lyttle
Marcus C Young
Connor J Smith
Angus E Lacey
Lee O Youngman
Oliver H T Stewart
Kevin J G Laidlaw
Matthew D Zsolt
Kyle I Fraser
Raffael R Torre
Camden R LeFevre
Samuel F Tulk
Giacomo C Leighton
Year 8
Wai Him Ho
Thomas S Veitch
Robbie MacGregor
Nicholas W Vriezen
William S MacKinnon
Lachlan H B Watters
Pranayan Mahendranathan
Saami A Welsh
Charles Maxwell
Harry R Williams
Campbell J McAullay
William H T Wolf
Connor J McLean
Year 7
Zaide R M Moxham Isaac J Norman
Izhar Ahmadi
Darius K Opie
Cooper H Anderson
Will C Partridge
Max R Anderson
Maxwell G R Pethick
Max L J Bailey
Taj A Piwowarski
Hugo Barich
Hugh N Plowman
Mawson L T A Barr-Willans
David Polo
Jack D Beazley
Lachlan J Raffan
Benjamin J Bradford
Jonathan D Read
Noah J Brown
Sean L Rimmer
Burke G Carrington
Ethan T Riseley
Chi Chung D Chan
Jake W Scott-Hill
Jordan A Clark
Benjamin G Sharrin
Taj M Clarke
Jusaal Singh
Digby F Cleland
Raphael E D Skinner
Mathew S Crook
Theodore Smith
Darby T Cuming
Craig A Souey
Bailey E Cumming
Lachlan J Stephen
James R Devereux
Year 9 Sam C Anderson Rory M Blackley Tze Y Chai Hugo K Du Buisson Perrine Lucas M Du Buisson Perrine Matthieu A Du Buisson Perrine Coby W Edmondstone Maxim Govedarica
Thomas Allan
Kyle M Imlah
Sebastian C Barrett
Lawrence D B Jackson
Conor E Bartlett
Baden Kennedy
Aiden M Blampain
Christopher J Kirkwood
Denzil N Brooks
Harrison Lee
Kynan W B Brooks
Matthew J W Lowe
Thomas W Cleland
Teo Mackic
Izaac B Cocca
Jackson M Wright
Nathan J Cuthbertson Max J Douglas Tadgh M Dupuy Euan M Fowler Fraser J Goode Owen T K Goodliffe Callum J Griffiths Samuel L Haberland Callum Hills Mason M Jongejan Kane L Kennedy Daniel Laurance Jake R Lewis
Year 10 Jaimon Alone Angus R Campbell Jackson J Edmondstone Blake M Fabling Richard A Marmion Christopher A McKay Louis A Miller Lachlan J Parker Max R L Plummer Harry Reid Cody Siu
Benjamin A R Lilburne
Owen Siu
Finn R Liston
Year 11
Kirwan C Mactaggart Aidan D F Mander James M Mardardy
Gonzalo De Miguel Casado Joshua D N Williams
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SCHOOL ROLLS Junior School Year 1 Brenn A F Armstrong Hugo R Atkins Hamish R Byass Oliver G H Campbell Thomas E Chambers Brendan Chin Cohen Clover Tristan P M Gastevich Matthew R Hale Oban C Hopkins Thomas J Houliston Johannes S Jensen Andrew E Katsambanis Cooper Lisle Thomas Lovegrove William T Macknay Charlie G Martin Ashley J Mason Jack E Mayo Oliver P Montandon Dane A Morrison Joshua Munro Kush N Narula Luca J Niardone Cooper C Royle Anderson J Strk-Lingard Charlie J W Warden Daniel L M Weustink Aidan M T Willoughby George K Young Year 2 Jaxson Austin James G J Bowie Dylan M Burke Euan A Byars Daniel J Byrne Lachlan T Cairns Orlando F Capobianco Caelan W Casey Billy J Chambers Joshua A Cook Oliver K Cooper Charles R Dean Jetlen B Egerton-Warburton Jonathan N Filopoulos Alexander Fine Kento Fukuoka Richard W Gamble Jonathan D Gattorna John A Gordon Ross-Alexander T Goring Stewart Graves Richard J Heggart Samuel P Holmes Jarrod O Hutchison Tristan Ilse Alexander L Jermy Soichiro Kato
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Lachlan J Kirkham
Jai N M Moxham
Nathaniel G Mooney
Stewart R van Hoek
Lucas Liu
Archie W Murdoch
Alasdair Orr
Henry A Vaughan
Nicholas P A Lovegrove
Matthew W Philpott
Alexios-Ilias Panagodimos
Seamus M Walton
Reece E S Macdonald
Beau P Povey
Hugo J Poll
Ben J Weber
Thomas J Magtengaard
Austin W Prendiville
Elijah T Pretorius
Toby J Webster
Lucas M Marley
Antonio Ramirez
Oliver Seitchik
Ben T J Marris
Declan P Riordan
Ryan C Shine
Soichiro Ogawa
William A S Salom
Harrison J Smith
Lachlan J Palich
Isaac D Smith
Ross O H Whittome
Year 6
Blake E Pearce
James Tan
Lucas E Woolf
Edward F Allan
Philip S Pizimolas
James S Taskunas
Marc A Ricciardello
Isaak W Ventouras
Charlie E Roads
David W Walton
Alexander J P Bateman
Bradley W Avery
Callum A Shaw
Chen Yu Wang
Lachlan D J Bateman
Maximilian Avon-Smith
Jack M Sisson
Oliver W Warden
Jensen E Blok
Jarvis D Banfield
Xavier C Smith
James P Winch
Benjamin J Breden
Oliver M Barrett
Jake G Taboni
Jack R W Wood
Henry N M Capon
James W Bennett
Harrison J Clark
Samuel R Bennett
Codi B Cook
Jasper A Blunt
Xavier I Vanden Driesen James D Vaughan
Year 4
Year 5
Middle School
Monty B Atkins Achille P A Aubault
Hudson W Weir
Thomas P Byass
Henry A Cooper
Angus J Bowden
Luca Wheeler
Derek A Byrne
Matthew H Coutts
Lachlan J Bowen
Nicholas H Y Zhao
Jack S Carroll
Finn W J Cummins
Leo W P Bowles
Vincent Zhu
Hugh E Chapman
Luca M Datodi
Derek Boyd
Joseph J Chegwidden
Henry P De Keulenaer
Christiaan S Buys
Jack A Cook
Jonathan J Dunlop
Angus J Byars
Jordan Bailey
Thomas A Corrie
Hugo T Fellows-Smith
Pearson C Chambel
Charles J G Bowles
James R Cowan
Horry G Foster
Benjamin C Chapman
Sebastian M Buchanan
Kyle D de Bruin
Jack L Frazer
Oliver T Constantine
Calum W Cameron
Harry M Dean
Banjo P J Harold
Ashton L Crocker
Willem M W Campbell
Mikhael W Djauhari
Matthew H Heathcote-Smith
Lewis R Crump
Max L Casalanguida-
Alexander J Dore
Mitchell J Hyde
Aaron J Cuthbertson
Spanghero
Callum C Fairweather
Jason Ilse
Fraser L Davis
Thomas J Chalmers
William H Fairweather
Harry A Jenour
James P Deykin
Jasper T Constantine
Chase A Fenton
Finn E Jones
Xavier J Dry
Ari R Coulson
Felix G Garelja
Julius M Kain
Samuel J Dyball
Tane K Croon-Hargrave
Reilly J Gastevich
Rory J N King
Noah Embleton
Jack M M Cummins
Marco Ghiselli
Thomas Le Page
Dylan C Field
George L M Di Prinzio
Matthew A Graham
Thomas F Macknay
Nathan L Flynn
Frederick R C Fielder
Thomas J Gray
James M G Mahaffy
Alexander V Fowler
Benjamin L Flynn
Luca J C Green
Lachlan T Marley
Ethan T Frankle
Francis C Foster
Jonathan F Groom
Gianluca Mastrocinque
Rex French
Charles S B Goyder
Marshall J Grosse
Benjamin R Melville
Macsen Friday
Charles B Gray
Hayden Henschel
Hamish R Meston
Harry L L Frodsham
Thomas A Harris
Ryo Hiraiwa
James Moffat-Clarke
William J L Gagen
Austin B Hollier
Alexander J Holmes
Riley J Monaghan
William M Gale
James K Hollier
Hayden A Houghton
Julien M Montandon
Joshua D Galvin
Wesley J Howell
Campbell R Houliston
Luca R Muir Anderson
Anthony Ghiselli
William T Howie
Gabriel T E Huberman
Pablo J Munoz Morillo
Mederic V F M Gide
Alex T Hudson
Alexander C B Jackson
Jordan K Naidoo
Deen T Goring
Jamie A Jones
Liam H Jermy
Fletcher T O’Connell
Samuel M Gray
Angus T Kaufman
Rory N Keevill
Thomas P Ostergaard
William J Hannaford
Ethan T Kerr
Daniel L Kerfoot
Sean M Palmer
Harry Hansom
Angus C M King
Nicolas D Langsford
Paras H Patel
Joseph Harris
Winston W L Kwan
Levi Lawson
Emanuel Radici
Jolyon M Harrison-Murray
Thomas S M Lambo
Noah M Lewis
Lucas A Ralls
William E Hawkins
Xuanshi Li
Jude T Lloyd Hudson
Thomas P Ruefli
Brock Helton
Oliver Lisewski
Mehki N Lucerne-Knight
Alexander J Russell-Weisz
Alexander W Hill
Noah R Lisle
Alexander J Macfarlane-
Ethan R Saffy
Matthew B Howie
Nathan W H Liu
Grieve
Thomas M Simich
William A Hudson
Callum J Loughnane
Max Mackay-Coghill
James G Spadanuda
George H E Johnston
William R Mahaffy
Aidan Martin
Cooper T Stanley
Patrick C Johnston
Luke O Megson
Fletcher T McIntosh
Andrew J Stegena
Jed R Jones
Christian Melsom
Arnaud M McVicker
Joel C Stocks
Year 3
Ben L N Jongejan
Max L J Bailey
Archibald J Hoddinott
Hugh N Plowman
Benjamin J Woodley
Nathaniel A Kailis
Hugo Barich
Ricardo D Holder
David Polo
Bailey J Wright
Lukyan Kalugin
Mawson L T A Barr-Willans
Benjamin D Hough
Lachlan Pyne
Sebastian J M Wright
Jack Kapinkoff
Adam S Barwood
Fergus A Howell
Charlie Radici
Cooper T J Young
Alexander P Kennedy
Jack D Beazley
Liam J A Howgate
Lachlan J Raffan
Marcus C Young
Matthew B Kerfoot
Ryan D S Benney
Angus H Hume
Baden J Ralls
Lee O Youngman
James A Kerr
Charlie R G Bevan
Toby J Humphris
Jonathan D Read
Matthew D Zsolt
Finn Lawson
Ryan A Bourke
Aydin S Hutchison
William P Reeves
Nicolas Le Page
Jett S L Braddock
Jaiden S Hyde
Sean L Rimmer
Joshua P Ledger
Benjamin J Bradford
Lachlan L T Hyndes
Ethan T Riseley
Jack R Adams
Jacob M Lewis
Noah J Brown
Enyeto M D Ingrilli
Jamie G Russell
Lincoln P Allan
Sam R Lodge
William A Brown
Harry T B Jackson
Anthony D Samaha
Thomas Allan
Thomas S Lynch
Hayden J Browne
Jasper H G Japp
Callum J Samson
Mitchell Anstiss
James W Macgeorge
Rory C Bruce
Angus L Johnston
Jacob H Schonell
Oliver K Armstrong
Taj A Massey
Alexander J Buckland
Jamie Johnstone
Jake W Scott-Hill
Angus M Arts
Noah W Matthews
Ronan L Cameron
Max E Jones
Benjamin G Sharrin
Nicholas J M Ashdown
Jack McAuliffe
Charles H M Carew-Reid
Max M E Jones
Max A Shervington
Michael J Attwell
Zavier J McGillivray
Burke G Carrington
Giancarlo P Kain
John R Simpson
Jack A Avery
Gregory J McVicker
Chi Chung D Chan
Tom A R Keamy
Lachlan L Simpson
Nicholas Azzopardi
Alexander K Melville
Alex P Chew
Joshua J Keatch
Jusaal Singh
Jack O A Baker
Jasper C Mirmikidis
Jordan A Clark
Benjamin T Keys
Raphael E D Skinner
Jack C Banfield
William Moffat-Clarke
Benjamin F Clarke
Thomas I Kinnaird
Theodore Smith
Sebastian C Barrett
Heath O Muller
Taj M Clarke
Alexander J Kirwood
Craig A Souey
Conor E Bartlett
Max B Mumme
Digby F Cleland
Tobias S Knox Lyttle
Max Steens
Blair D J Bayly
Milan Narula
Benjamin A Cooper
Julian Kyriakou
William G Steinberg
Oskar A Beadell
Hugo R Oakey
Jesse K Coughlan
Angus E Lacey
Lachlan J Stephen
Max L Belcastro
Nicholas J Paganin
James B W Crawford
Kevin J G Laidlaw
Lachlan G Stephenson
Jonah C Benbow
Dylan M Palmer
Mathew S Crook
Ethan P Lamb
Oliver A Stipanicev
Thomas R Bennett
Archie R Pillinger
Darby T Cuming
Patrick J Latchem
Stuart D Stirling
Edwin G L Bentley
Cody L Price
Bailey E Cumming
Casey J Lawrence
Aden P Stocks
Tyler C W Best
William J Quinlivan
Sebastian L Cunningham
Camden R LeFevre
David M Stulpner
Aiden M Blampain
Benjamin L Ramsden
Nicholas E Cusack
Giacomo C Leighton
Aidan L Sweeney
Connor M Blanchard
Declan D C Reilly
Adam J Darley
George H Lewin
Samuel Tan
Liam A J Blok
Sebastian A Reynolds
Gethan J Davies
William S Lewis
Cameron S Taylor
John Bollands
Massimiliano D F Ricci
Christoff De Wet
Robbie MacGregor
Joshua W Thomson
Jean-Marc J Boyce
Matthew J Robson
Joshua De Wet
William S MacKinnon
Lachlan Thorne
Denzil N Brooks
Callum J Ryan
James R Devereux
Pranayan Mahendranathan
Arun D Tibballs
Kynan W B Brooks
Darcy J Saggers
Toby M Dew
Canyon S Mannikko
Andrew A C Truscott
Hugo T Brown
Curtis J Sciano
Connor Dinas
Aidan M Matthews
Cooper van Rooyen
Daniel D Buchhorn
Jacob L Smetana
Grayson H C Downes
Charles Maxwell
William T van Uffelen
Timothy P Carter
Connor J Smith
David S Eades
Campbell J McAullay
Alexander D Van Wyk
Charlie S Castleden
Oliver H T Stewart
Patrick L Eastough
Marc L McCormack
Nicholas Verryn
William D J Chalmers
Declan C S Taylor
Ashley W Edgar
Connor J McLean
Christopher K Villafuerte
Hugo J Clegg
William H Taylor
Daniel E Falkiner
Mitchell C McVicars
Alexandr Vysotskiy
Thomas W Cleland
Raffael R Torre
Ronald J Fellows-Smith
Isaac M Mecham
James B H Waddell
Izaac B Cocca
Henry E B Townes
Timothy A Fleay
Bailey Monaghan
Kieran W Waddingham
Blake K Costello
Samuel F Tulk
Riley G Flecker
Nicolas Monger Molowny
Sam O Wake
James M Coulson
Thomas S Veitch
Tai L Foskett
Campbell G More
Jake M Walker
William J Coutts
Hugo N Ventouras
Archie L Frazer
Zaide R M Moxham
Ethan G Waller
William A Craig
Nicholas W Vriezen
Max L G Freedman
Jeremiah Muir
Angus R Walsh
Joshua R Croker
Richard P Walton
Nikolas J Gajdatsy
Ivan A Munoz Morillo
Andrew K Walton
Angus D Cullen Falconer
Lachlan H B Watters
Max W Galvin
Lachlan T Norcott
Matthew T Warne
Rupert M Currie
Saami A Welsh
Fletcher B Gardner
Isaac J Norman
Riley Waters
Nathan J Cuthbertson
Harry R Williams
Hamish J Gooch
Luke O’Loughlin
Joe A Watkins
Gyles L P Davies
William H T Wolf
William Gordon
Darius K Opie
James D C Watson
James M De Jonge
Joshua L Woodward
Nicholas P Gower
Jack E Orvis
Fraser E Webb
Patrick M L Devereux
George W Graham
Alex C Osborne
Reuben Westerman
Max J Douglas
Angus J Hammond Page
Harrison R Ostler
Sam R White
Timothy J Douglas
Alexander T Aakermann
Jaxon K Hayden
Gil Palmer
Daniel J Wiese
Lachlan A Duddy
Izhar Ahmadi
Matthew W Hayers
Will C Partridge
Jonus M D Williams
Lachlan I L Duffy
Orson L R Ambrose
Damian J Haynes
Maxwell G R Pethick
Rhys S J Williams
Tadgh M Dupuy
Cooper H Anderson
Jack D Hayward
Brock J Pitcher
David A Winton
Thomas Earnshaw
Max R Anderson
Samuel H Hector
Taj A Piwowarski
Alexander A E G Wolf
Owen H Edgar
Year 7
Year 8
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Toby G Egerton-Warburton
Lewis J Miller
Benjamin J Williams
Perrine
Ethan J Lundie-Jenkins
Caleb O Evans
Lachlan J Mitchell
Lachlan M M Wilson
Carson Dueck
Teo Mackic
George D Evans
Callum H Moffat
Alexander B Winmar
Joshua Dyson
Daniel A Manetas
Lucas J Ferri
Eyitomaye N Mojuetan
Thomas B Wippl
Reece A Eades
Matthew P Manetas
Digby M Few
Tyson Moody
Seong J Won
Samuel T Eastland
Stone R Mannikko
Conrad F Forrest
Matthew A Moore
Thomas H W Wood
Spencer Easton
Ryan G Marley
Euan M Fowler
Titouan Moreau
Samuel G Woodward
Coby W Edmondstone
Jonathan G Marstall
Harrison French
Oscar T Moss
William J M Wright
Hugh A Edwards
Adam R Martin
Benjamin C Gale
Liam S Newport
Ching-Yuan J Yang
Jack C Ellis
Lewis S Martin
Harrison W Gilchrist
Joshua L Nicholson
Max C Zagar
Connor M Enslin
Mitchell C McAullay
Fraser J Goode
Thomas J Ockerby
Joshua W G Ziepe
Mitchell P Evans
Campbell T McCracken
Owen T K Goodliffe
Joshua F O’Dea
Lewis J Field
Lachlan M McGregor
Oscar J Grant
Benjamin J Olson
Bailey S Flecker
Oscar J T Melsom
Alexander R Gregson
Lewis E F Orr
Lachlan M Meston
Callum J Griffiths
Darcy T Owen
Year 9
Harry W Foley Kyle I Fraser
Riley P Millen-Macdonald
Samuel L Haberland
Benjamin F Parker
Thomas T R Ambrose
Darcy M L Frazer
George S Mitchell
Henry J Hallam
Harry A Pasich
Sam C Anderson
Morgan E M Gatley
MacKenzie A Moffat
Edward H Hamersley
Thomas W Patterson
Thomas A Anderson
Auxence D M Gide
Brent J Morton
Oscar D L Harold
Harry J Peden
Harrison R Ashbee
Luke K Giles
Laine A Mulvay
Oliver J Hawkins
Sean R Pentony
Matthia H Y Au
Maxim Govedarica
Cameron D R Murie
William T S Hellewell
Liam J H Peters-Smith
Joseph Banks
Charles F Harding
Matthew T Murphy
Callum Hills
Jonah M Price
James F Barr
William P S Harkins
Nicholas D Murphy
Thomas J Hodge
Kobey F Rafferty
Thomas A Barrett-Lennard
Rafe L Harrison-Murray
Tanay Narula
Jed M Hood
Cameron J Rea
Max W Bath
Sebastian M M Hasluck
Thomas M Nicholls
Edward H Hopkins
Logan Renouf
Luke T Beeson
Michael R Hawkins
James R Oakey
Henry T G Howard
Harrison Rickarby
Rory M Blackley
James C Hayers
Alexander Omari
Benjamin R Howie
Nicholas W Ryding
Jordan D J Bowling
Oliver Hejleh
Connor P O’Sullivan
Harry R Imison
Taj J Sadler
Edward S Boys
Lewis E C Hellewell
Aaron L Oughtibridge
Nicholas N Jackson
Shayan Saebi
Lewis A P Bradbury
Beau Helton
Daniel L Paganin
Jack M Jagger
Jack L Saggers
Leo W Brady
Beau T Hewitt
Allwin Parker
James E Jenour
Nathan Shanhun
Thomas C Brain Angel
Wai Him Ho
Conor W J Patton
Sam L Johnston
Luke C Smith
Adam Brenz-Verca
Ryan S Hodgetts
Arthur T Payne
Jacob A Jones
William J Smith-Gander
Matthew J Briggs
Max A Hollingsworth
Frederick G Payne
Mason M Jongejan
Jaxon C Stanley
Oliver J Broun
Michael J Honey
Harry G Penrose
Kane L Kennedy
Randall B Starling
Hamish C Bruce
Joshua C Hook
Chad A O Perche
Joshua M Kerrich
Benjamin A Steinberg
Charles D Bulleid
Sebastian Horko
Lachlan B Phillips
Ridge E Kidd
Brandon Stofberg
Jack A Buller
Fletcher G Houston
Samuel J Pierce
Liam J Kiel
Kristian Stonier
Maurice P Buren
Ryan J Hudson
Nicolas A Pismiris
Luca H La Ferla
Harry S Sugars
Harrison R Burt
James R Humphry
Brandon E Poole
Daniel Laurance
Jock D Sutherland
Jack W Butterworth
Kyle M Imlah
Alexander J Porter-Wilkinson
Joshua J Law
Aedan H Swan
Frans P Buys
Lawrence D B Jackson
Nicholas D Price
Benjamin G Ledger
Cormac R S Taylor
Lachlan S Cain
Tyler B James
Jonathon J Prior
Conor J B Lenny
Jack M Taylor
Archie W B Capon
Felix H H Jones
Oliver N Purton
Jake R Lewis
Charlton J Thomas
James C Carrigg
Maximilian M Kailis
Jedd W Quartermaine
Benjamin A R Lilburne
Nathan J Thomas
Jack C Carrington
Justin Kalugin
Joshua C Quartermaine
Liam Lisewski
James D E Thorpe
Heath R Certoma
Benjamin Karta
Christopher J Ramsden
Finn R Liston
James M Todd
Sebastian L A Chadwick
Ben T Kelly
Angus J Reeves
William S Lodge
Marcello C Torre
Tze Y Chai
Baden Kennedy
Caleb A Reynolds
Sean A Logan
Lucas E R Triglavcanin
Jesse J Chambers
Jy Kimpton-Plunkett
Lachlan J Richards
Richard A Lukin
Nicholas T Turich
Paul A Chapman
Christopher J Kirkwood
James J Richards-Adlam
Kirwan C Mactaggart
Harrison M Unstead
Zachary S Cheir
Ben M Klug
William T Riekie
Jock A Mactier
Alexander R van Hoek
Alexander A Comstock
Thomas J Klug
Cameron W Ritchie
Zac Mainwaring
Max X Vaughan
Jack C Cooley
Jack A Knobel
Nicolas J Rogers
Alex S Mallawarachi
Aidan M Veitch
Liam Corrigan
Aaron D Lamb
Sam H Rogers
Lachlan A D Malloch
Jerry G Ventouras
Arthur D Corunna
Liam J Lamont
Calum J Russell
Aidan D F Mander
Charles C Wackett
Bailey J Crothers
Mitchell J Lane
Nicholas G Ryan
Matthew W Mandzufas
Harvey J Walker
Nicholas J Crump
Oscar B G Lane
Jack A Saul
James M Mardardy
Joshua S Walsh
Charles M Culley-Wood
Mason R Larard
Adrian G Shearer
Benjamin F Marshall
James M Warman
Lachlan J Cumming
Bryson C F Lee
Prentice K Shepherd
Roberto Martelli
Levi K Waters
Walker M Daly
Harrison Lee
Kieran T Shine
Jaye J Marzec
Jack B Watkins
Joseph Davey
Aren C Leishman
Lewis S P Simpson
Samuel J McConachy
Hamish T R Watson
Rohan C Dick
Thomas H Lewin
Benjamin E Skelton
Liam T McCreery
Alistair R Watters
Jack A Dobson
Cooper B Lindsay
Scott J Smith
Jesse J McDonald
Raymond J Welch
Reid L Dowling
Kade L Lines
Conner C Souey
Lachlan J McGrath
James M Wellman
Hugo K Du Buisson Perrine
Max R Locke
Joshua R Spadanuda
Harry C McLarty
Thomas J Wheeler
Lucas M Du Buisson Perrine
Matthew J W Lowe
Patrick J Stephen
Coen I Miller
Holden White
Matthieu A Du Buisson
William R Lowson
Jett C Stevenson
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Peter F Stulpner
Blair A Cull
Ethan D Lines
Charles W Russell
Joel S Barnden
Sean S Szalek
Fletcher J Cumming
Joshua Lisewski
Alex J Ryrie
Tristan L Barrow
Riley J Thomas
Ebunoluwa Daramola
Harry T Lodge
Stefan J L Safar
Thomas N Barwood
Jock M Thomson
Flynn C Davies
Jack S Logan
Chadd P K Sarich
Lachlan A R Bassett
Lachlan M Thomson
Oliver K Davis
David S MacKinnon
Nathan M Schaff
Antonio S Baxter
Seamus Twomey
Alexander P de Bont
Donald W F Mallon
James M Schweizer
Lucas C Beacham
Richard D van Uffelen
Logan N Deitner
James C Mandzufas
Timothy D F Sewell
Harrison J Bennie
Alexander Vasilio-Davis
Nicholas A J Denny
Jack R Manners
Peter A Shackles
Martin W Berry
William M Vinnicombe
Rigby H Dowland
Matthew Markwell
Yuelin Shen
Lewis Bollands
Dominic J Vivian
Joe W Dowling
Richard A Marmion
Lucas J Sheridan
James C Bolton
Cole D Walker
Jackson J Edmondstone
Frazer H Marzec
Ethan W Siegmund
Isaac A Bombara
Daniel K Walker
Bryce T J Edwards
Griffin D Mathias
Matthew L Simich
David L Bott
James A T Walker
Cooper K Ehlers
Aidan K Mattys
Lachlan R Simpson
Joshua T Boyce
Stewart I Wallace
Cody Z Endebrock-Brown
Muhammad I Mazlin
Andrew Singh
Arrigo A B Brackenridge
Thomas G Ward
Sebastian A Evans
James C McCormick
Cody Siu
Andrew A Briggs
Michael J Warnock
Blake M Fabling
Andrew W McCulloch
Owen Siu
Harrison D Broun
Aiden W Weaver
William D Farr
Christopher A McKay
Mitchell B Smith
Angus C Bruce
Connor J Welsh
Caleb J Farrell
Hamish A McKenzie
Sam Steens
Harry O Burrell
Christopher J Wheeler
Carlin W Feely
Rory F McSweeney
Cameron Z Stonier
Dylan R Butterworth
Wade L White
Simon M Ferreira
Thomas N S Menzies
James M Taylor
Elliott H Buzza
William T Wiese
Nathan A Frazier
Campbell J H Millar
Ryan S Taylor
James G M Cameron
Kassidy R Williams
Noah C Fry
Kerry T Miller
Brynn N Teakle
Jordan C Campbell
Jackson M Wright
Matthew W Gagen
Louis A Miller
Harrison L Tesser
Thomas J Carew-Hopkins
Elliot T Young
James R Gale
Thomas J Miller
Thomas E Turner
Patrick M Carter
Lawson K Young
Patrick A Galvin
Jack E Monaghan
Bailey H van der Zanden
Louis K Cassell
Max W Garbutt-Wilkins
Lachlan G Montgomery
Lachlan E Vos
Torin W Chamberlain
George P Gibson
Benjamin J O Moran
Harley W H Waddell
Yukio L Chaplin
William T Allen
Preston J Giumelli
Nelson A Morgan
Cameron R Wade
O’Neil Chon
Jaimon Alone
Luke J Gollan
Lachlan H Morrell
Lewis W T Walker
David L Clements
Benjamin J Anderson
Maximilan H Grant
Tobias R Muir
Riley J Walker
Jack R Cooke
Darcy S Armstrong
Ryan D Greaves
Alistair W Murray
Timothy M Walker
Peter J Cooke
Jordan Austin
Tremayne M Green
Jack S Nalty
Benjamin J Walsh
Timothy J Cornish
Benjamin J Avery
Thomas M Greenland
Isaac F W Nancarrow
Monty M Walsh
Hugo P Coulson
Austin A Bantock
Bernard M Greyling
Brennan F Nicholl
Charlie G Wandby
Fletcher E Cremasco
Jack S Bardsley
Jack F Hamill
Benjamin D Nixon
Thomas G J Warburton
Alexander G Crump
Lachlan J Barker
Oliver M Harding
Harrison J Nixon
Christopher T Watts
Fraser D G Cull
Joseph H Belcastro
Latre A Harrison
Harry P B O’Donnell
Justin D Weatherall
Henry J d B Cullen
Lincoln C Bell
Tobias H Hector
Timothy A Oe
Thomas A R Webb
Michael Cureton
Christian G S Benney
Luke N Henderson
Connor O’Keeffe
Lewis J Z Weeda
William I R Cusack
Oliver H T Benson
Madoc C Hill
Toby G O’Keeffe
Joseph A Wellmann
Lewis A Daisley
Sidharth Bhargavan
James C Hills
Andrew L Orvis
Calvin R Westerman
Gonzalo De Miguel Casado
Nimalan A Bhharathhan
Mark W Horton
Leo Palmer
Jack F Williams
Chase A Deitner
Lachlan T Bird
Luke N Hutcherson
Thomas R Palmer
Callum L Willmott
Christopher A Di Russo
Griffin W Bishop
Harrison P Idle
Lachlan J Parker
Oscar F Woodward
Jordan Doull
Lincoln J Bishop
Sachio S D Ingrilli
Joshua J Pearson
Bostyn L Young
Fraser L D Dudfield
Joseph W Bloodworth
James W G Irving
Benjamin H Philip
Michael G N Youngleson
Callum G L Duffy
Harry O E Brown
Gregory Jackson
Callum J Pickup
Andrew W Ziepe
Atle A M Edgar
Teophile C Brown
Callum P Jacobsen
Michael W Piercey
Samuel J Brownfield
William H Johnston
Nicholas C Pierson
Jacob Bruinsma
Jack W C Jones
Digby I Pink
Lewis A Abbey
Alexander B Eliott-Lockhart
Jamie A D Bult
Finn M Joyner
Max R L Plummer
Hugo D O Akindele-Obe
Jared M Ethelston
Stuart D Burns
Samuel J Joyner
Joshua D Pretorius
Nicholas J Allan
Jack A Fairweather
Andrew P Burvill
Michael A Kailis
Reuben D Priest
Alexander J Allcock
Jack T Field
Angus R Campbell
Milo J Kathiravelu
Callum J D Purvis
Hugh F Allen
Lukas H Finn
Patrick G Carlton
Kartik Khanna
Roko Radman
Hamish B Anderson
Daniel B Fletcher
Ethan W Cassidy
Raghav Khanna
Harry Reid
Connor V H Arnold
Hugh F W Fogarty
Chayut A Charernchai
Benjamin R Kiel
Oliver H Repton
Jonathan M Ashby
Brandon K D Ford
Mitchell G Clarke
Luke M Kielman
Thomas Reymert
Lochlan G M Ashdown
Jerome D A Francis
Nicholas L Clarnette
Nicholas J Klug
Timothy E Reynolds
Eddie P Atchison
Alexander T Gajdatsy
Benjamin A F Clohessy
Thomas S Krantz
Zachary T Reynolds
Mitchell Atkinson
Nicholas Gale
Jakheen M M Coaby
Christian Kyriakou
Cameron J R Riseley
Patrick C Attwell
Martin D Gallagher
William T Coad
Padraig X Lamont
Liam J Robberechts
Peter W Attwell
Thomas J Gallagher
Phillip D Collard
Luke C Laurance
Jamie Robertson
Andre N C Avila
Benjamin J Galvin
William J Corbett
Christopher P Lawrance
Cullin M Ross
Oliver P Baddeley
Joseph R W Gardam
Malachi W Cornwall
Tyler G Lawrence
Levi M Ross
Michael M Baker
Alec C Garkaklis
Jack Couzens
Jefferson Lee
Ciaran J Rowe
Harrison R Banfield
Dylan E Gibbs
Brendan G Croft
Samuel C Leibovitch
Jack J Ruefli
Jeeven S Bansal
Eric G Gibson
Year 10
Mackenzie F J Cruikshank
Year 11
James J L Edinger Jamie L Egan
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Thomas H Gooch
William Regan
Mark T Barwood
John A Harvey
Willem A Poot
Angus M Grant
Braden G Retallack
Liam E Bayly
David J Hawkins
Connor J Porter-Wilkinson
Dylan B Grant
Todd C Retallack
Patric R Beaven
Matthew R M Hayward
Thomas J Prior
Jonty Gray
James D L Riekie
Joshua J B Bennett
Oliver G Heath
Jarrod A Pyne
Cameron D Green
Hamish M Ritchie
Joshua L Bennie
Connor J Henderson
Jeremy X Quinlivan
Samuel S Gregg
Flynn I L Robertson
Sebastian C M Bentley
Jack Henharen
Mackenzie A Ratten
Elias M Grimes
Angus J Rogers
Mcauley A Blair
Luke A M Hollyock
Benjamin J A Reid
Bryce R Holland
Leigh J Ryan
Hamish J Blanchard
Finn J Hombergen
Benjamin C Richardson
James W Hollingsworth
Ashton C Ryder
George G Boulden
David R Honey
Harrison L Riekie
Asadollah Hosseini
Nathan Saunders
Macklin A Brady
Marcus T Hook
Sam J Riley
Leon Hsi
Curtis A Schaff
Alexander B Brown
George E Houdalakis
Daniel S Rosich
Bede F Hunt
Oliver T W Scott-Morey
Ethan J Brown
George R Houston
Ben J Rushforth
Maxwell J Hunter
Campbell E Shaw
Fraser D Bulleid
Jobah M Howell
Erfan Saebi
Oscar W Hutton
Hamish B Sheridan
Matthew A Burns
Samuel A Humphry
Aaron C Salter
Daniel A Jefferies
Maximillian L Silbert
Mitchell A Burt
Angus C Hunt
Aaron R K Sarich
Harry D Jones
Connor J Smith
Alistair M Cadee
Matthew D Inman
Remy M Schoch
Zachary J M Jones
Perrin J Smith
Alexander J Cain
Andrew R Jenkins
Liam D Seagreen
Marnus M Jordaan
Riley J Smith
Connor S Callander-Maher
Joshua G Jones
James E Shackleton
Sharif Kadhim
Benjamin R Somes
Emerson J Carlberg
Nicholas A Jones
Hugo J Shervington
Thomas W Keamy
Brodie A Stephenson
Kyle M Carvalho
Michael Jovanovich
William P Siebert
Braden D Kerr
Declan J A Stick
Oliver Cheveralls
Jordan F Kestel
Lachlan R Simpson
Matthew J Khowira
Lachlan P N Stokes
Vaughan L Chin
Timothy J Khowira
Harry J Sinclair
Jacob M Lane
Maximillian Strzelecki
Darcy T Coleman
Sam M C Langoulant
Philip Singh
Tristan C H Lee
Kyle P Summers
Benjamin T Corser
Shezad Latif
Alistair W Smith
Andrew J Lesslie
Flynn N Taylor
Oliver J Cownie
Tom O Lavery
Bailey D Sones
Blake G Lindquist
Noah J Terry
Angus O Cribb
Frank Lee
André J Stanley
Solomon J T Little
Joshua B Thomas
Samuel M Daisley
Coen J Lewis
Angus T J Stewart
Anthony J Lukin
Brendan M Thomson
Matthew J D Dare
Jack R Lyttle
Graeme B Stewart
Lachlan J R Mackenzie
Sachin L Thorpe
Aidan L Davies
Phillip J Mackie
Guy M Straker
Angus R MacLeod
Matthew G Todd
Hamish E O de la Hunty
James C MacKinnon
Hunter P W Stretch
Benjamin A J Mahon
Khysom T Umbagai
Brody M Devahasdin
Tom S Maclaurin
Michael A E Sunderland
Jacob C Mann
Charles R Usher
Jethro Devenish
Lachlan C Maitland
Zain Syed
Ridge S Mannikko
Liam C Vaughan
Samuel J Devine
Ahmik O Mallawarachi
Grant A Szalek
William E Marstall
Alexander P Ventouras
Alistair B H Dolton
Chris Manai
Louis W Taylor
William J Mathers
James W Vinnicombe
Hayden J Donnelly
Joshua D Mannolini
Charles B Tesser
Connor Y S Matla
Julien J Walker
Lachlan R E Duke
Alexander D Markwell
Yarlalu N Thomas
Trenton J Matthews
Clive S L Wang
Lachlan C Earle
Samuel W Martin
Tre C T Toigo
Matthew F D McDonald
Angus J Warman
Oliver J Eastland
Peter M Matthews
Daniel Trainer
Cameron D McDougall
James R Warne
Henry E C Edwards
Angus R McConkey
Jayden L Travers
Liam D McKenzie
Jye J Waters
Piers G Egerton-Warburton
Stuart I A McCowan
James R Trench
Hamish J McLean
Ben C Webster
Theo W W Esbenshade
Charles H B McGuckin
Patrick J R Triglavcanin
Connor T Meerwald
Zaine A Welsh
Connor Fairbairn
Cameron D McIntosh
Bradley G Trouchet
Nicholas J Merritt
Thomas A White
Lochlan Farrell
Eamon J McKiernan
Thomas E S Truscott
Bayley J Messina
Jordan K Wiggins
Jackson M Ferri
Conor A McMurtrie
Matthew Verryn
Benjamin P R Metcalfe
Joshua D N Williams
Dylan J Flecker
Benjamin G Miller
Stuart J Vlahov
Charles H Mills
Rhys A Williams
Charles N Forrester
Alex S D Milligan
Hayden R Wade
Kelton W Mulvay
Campbell C Williamson
James E Fox-Slater
Harrison D Mills
Rory D T Walker
Benjamin Murphy
Jesse J Witts
Christian J Francois
Harrison B Milne
Thomas David D Walker
James H Naylor-Pratt
Fletcher R Wolpers
Oliver Frey
Rueben J R Mongoo
Thomas William W Walker
Harrison A Nicholls
Joseph G Woods
Harrison G Gardiner
Florent Mortier
Remy J Wandby
Thomas J O’Loughlin
Benjamin J M Wright
Austin A F Gear
Sam L Munckton
William J Ward
Matthew J Ormerod
Lachlan P F Wright
Lachlan P Gibson
Jesse J Nairn
Cameron F Webster
Drummond A N Orr
Jonathan W W Yeo
Antonino Giglia
Riley E Noble
Daniel A Wee
Rory T O’Sullivan
Zhirong Zhu
Connor J Gilbert
Alexander J Orvis
Hugh J Whitewood
Adrian D Gillespie
Samuel M F Owen
Camden D Whitney-Hopkins
William A Glass
Robert A Packer
Jordan T Wilhelm
James L Pastorino Folau D P Penaia
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Sam W Perrignon
James D Abernethy
Jack A M Godden
Hugo Palmer
James H B Wilson
Alexander W Perry
Ilerioluwakiiti Abimibola
Daniel S Gollan
Brayden K Panting
John D Wilson
Petras Pilawskas
Harry N Adler
William R B Goyder
Joshua G Parker
Samuel P M Wilson
Abraham L Potter
Michael T Albany
David M Graham
Giac Patroni
Tom R Woods
Edward R Powley
Timothy J Andrew
Oliver S Green
Harrison P Patten-Williams
Harrison M Wroth
Rahuul Prasad
William C Aplin
Ruan R Greyling
Mitchell B Patterson
Matthew S Yelland-Hunter
Myles A Prasser-Jones
Matthew I Archer
McCarthy R Hanlin
David C E Patton
Alistair F Young
Denver T Quantrill
Unn Areecharoenlert
Benjamin M Harding
Jakob Pfau
Samuel T G Zani
Sebastian G Ramsay
Harry P Ayers
Declan E Hardisty
Maclean C Phillips
Aidan C Read
Lucas L Baker
Ryan Hare
Benjamin P Piercey
Saxon P Read
Bailey J Banfield
Luke S Harris
Harrison J Pluschke
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