A diamond on the edge of town: 20 years of St Columba Anglican School

A diamond on the edge of town 20 years of St Columba Anglican School

St Columba (521–597) was a renowned Irish monk and missionary who established a monastery on the island of Iona to convert the people to Christianity. Noted for his piety and scholarship, his influence spread across Scotland, and the people established many churches.

Loving God, whose son Jesus is the light of the Gospel, We pray that each day we may show thankfulness for Your love and the many good things You give us.

May we eagerly serve one another, be patient with our sisters and brothers and show Your love as we live and learn together.

Bless our school and community: students, parents, staff and Council, Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Preface

School Prayer

Former St Columba Anglican School teacher Scott Hazelton said of the school that: “Every independent school has to start as the ‘little diamond on the edge of town’ – a fist full of hopefuls, a few believing families and a reputation to build”. This remark perfectly captures the school’s pioneering spirit and very special qualities.

It is quite incredible to see what the school community has been able to achieve in its first twenty years. This commemorative publication charts that progress and records the school’s milestones using an illustrated timeline and quotes from founders, staff and students.

Without the documentary sources compiled by Rev. Canon John Barrett OAM and Terry Muldoon, this history would be less lively and informative. Information recorded in The Chameleon has been used to complement their work.

Helen Penrose, editor HistorySmiths

Loving God, whose son Jesus is the light of the Gospel, We pray that each day we may show thankfulness for Your love and the many good things You give us.

May we eagerly serve one another, be patient with our sisters and brothers and show Your love as we live and learn together.

Bless our school and community: students, parents, staff and Council, Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Preface

School Prayer

Former St Columba Anglican School teacher Scott Hazelton said of the school that: “Every independent school has to start as the ‘little diamond on the edge of town’ – a fist full of hopefuls, a few believing families and a reputation to build”. This remark perfectly captures the school’s pioneering spirit and very special qualities.

It is quite incredible to see what the school community has been able to achieve in its first twenty years. This commemorative publication charts that progress and records the school’s milestones using an illustrated timeline and quotes from founders, staff and students.

Without the documentary sources compiled by Rev. Canon John Barrett OAM and Terry Muldoon, this history would be less lively and informative. Information recorded in The Chameleon has been used to complement their work.

Helen Penrose, editor HistorySmiths

Task force members, Bishop Philip Huggins, David Rogers, Andrina Dawson, Rev. Duncan McArthur, Bruce Nosworthy, Rev. Dr John Barrett and Alan Deutschbein, first met in April.

In November, approval was granted by the Anglican Diocese of Grafton to establish an Anglican school in Port Macquarie.

Rev. Dr John Barrett, School Council Chair, 1999–2018

In February, the St Columba Anglican School Interim Council was established, comprising Rev. Dr John Barrett (Chair), David Rogers (Deputy Chair), Andrina Dawson, Rev. Duncan McArthur, Bruce Nosworthy, Alan Deutschbein and Bishop Philip Huggins.

The feasibility study, submitted to the Bishop, satisfied the Grafton Diocese Investment Fund.

Guided by local surveyor Syd Hopkins, the search for a large parcel of land commenced. Twelve sites were shortlisted.

The site chosen on Major Innes Road, Port Macquarie, had not been among the original twelve, but had subsequently been identified by Neil Porter.

The 35-acre property included 12 acres at the eastern end of the Kooloonbung estuary.

Barrie Ross, an architect from Coffs Harbour, was selected to design the first four stages of the school.

Solicitor Andrew Walmsley undertook the conveyancing process for the property and drafted the Port Macquarie Anglican School Constitution.

I was endeavouring to find a parcel of land hopefully around 40 to 50 acres, where the school could be built on around 25 acres, and the remainder sold to assist with future school debt.

Rev. Dr John Barrett, School Council Chair, 1999–2018

District of Port Macquarie, c.1830s, State Library of New South Wales

Establishing the school was conditional on public support and a successful feasibility and business case being placed before Bishop Huggins and the Anglican Diocese of Grafton Bishop-in-Council.

2000

On 30 March, a public meeting was held at St Thomas’s Anglican Church in Port Macquarie to assess local support. The meeting agreed to form a task force which would conduct a feasibility study.

St Thomas’ Church, Port Macquarie, 1833–1842 by Joseph Backler Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales

1999

Rev. Dr John Barrett approached the Anglican Bishop of Grafton, Right Reverend Philip Huggins, to propose the establishment of an Anglican school in Port Macquarie.

Task force members, Bishop Philip Huggins, David Rogers, Andrina Dawson, Rev. Duncan McArthur, Bruce Nosworthy, Rev. Dr John Barrett and Alan Deutschbein, first met in April.

In November, approval was granted by the Anglican Diocese of Grafton to establish an Anglican school in Port Macquarie.

Rev. Dr John Barrett, School Council Chair, 1999–2018

In February, the St Columba Anglican School Interim Council was established, comprising Rev. Dr John Barrett (Chair), David Rogers (Deputy Chair), Andrina Dawson, Rev. Duncan McArthur, Bruce Nosworthy, Alan Deutschbein and Bishop Philip Huggins.

The feasibility study, submitted to the Bishop, satisfied the Grafton Diocese Investment Fund.

Guided by local surveyor Syd Hopkins, the search for a large parcel of land commenced. Twelve sites were shortlisted.

The site chosen on Major Innes Road, Port Macquarie, had not been among the original twelve, but had subsequently been identified by Neil Porter.

The 35-acre property included 12 acres at the eastern end of the Kooloonbung estuary.

Barrie Ross, an architect from Coffs Harbour, was selected to design the first four stages of the school.

Solicitor Andrew Walmsley undertook the conveyancing process for the property and drafted the Port Macquarie Anglican School Constitution.

I was endeavouring to find a parcel of land hopefully around 40 to 50 acres, where the school could be built on around 25 acres, and the remainder sold to assist with future school debt.

Rev. Dr John Barrett, School Council Chair, 1999–2018

District of Port Macquarie, c.1830s, State Library of New South Wales

Establishing the school was conditional on public support and a successful feasibility and business case being placed before Bishop Huggins and the Anglican Diocese of Grafton Bishop-in-Council.

2000

On 30 March, a public meeting was held at St Thomas’s Anglican Church in Port Macquarie to assess local support. The meeting agreed to form a task force which would conduct a feasibility study.

St Thomas’ Church, Port Macquarie, 1833–1842 by Joseph Backler Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales

1999

Rev. Dr John Barrett approached the Anglican Bishop of Grafton, Right Reverend Philip Huggins, to propose the establishment of an Anglican school in Port Macquarie.

2001

The Grafton Diocese Investment Fund launched the Federation 2001 Deposit Scheme to provide specifically for a new Anglican School in Port Macquarie.

A church service was held on 2 December to commission the school and the foundation stone was laid by Bishop Huggins. 1

In June, Port Macquarie Hastings Council approved the application to build a school.

In consultation with Pauline Roots, Julia Jenkins organised the design and manufacture of the school uniform by Beare and Ley.

John Lambert, education expert and creator of the system of low-fee Anglican schools in Sydney, advised the Interim Council on issues of governance and the constitution.

The Interim Council selected Chris Pitt to be the first school Principal. He commenced his term on 14 October.

School Council was incorporated in October.

Andrew Walmsley had the ability to keep the first constitution succinct, easily readable and profoundly acceptable.

Rev. Dr John Barrett, School Council Chair, 1999–2018

The Port Macquarie Anglican School Constitution was amended to reflect the newly chosen name of the school, St Columba Anglican School, as suggested by Rev. Duncan McArthur.

To be foundation principal is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

St Columba’s students will be well-rounded, loving individuals committed to justice and truth. We will employ a diverse group of teachers from the experienced to quality graduates.

Chris Pitt, Principal 2001–07

John Lambert instilled in us the importance of good governance and the need for a staff of excellent teachers.

I decided against white socks to hide stains from the Port Macquarie red soil. We chose a winter tartan with navy, burgundy, white and grey. The girls’ summer dress fabric was in the colours of the favourite AFL team of Bishop Philip Huggins, St Kilda. Senior students wore navy socks and navy jumpers and juniors a navy sloppy joe. We chose a navy schoolbag to match, and introduced navy hats later. In 2006 a burgundy tie replaced the blue one for seniors. Even though no other schools in Port Macquarie had blazers at the time, I felt that they would be the icing on the cake of our uniform, and a blazer was introduced in 2018.

Julia Jenkins, teacher, parent and School Council member

Rev. Dr John Barrett, School Council Chair, 1999–2018

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Tree planting ceremony in 2001, prior to start of construction

2001

The Grafton Diocese Investment Fund launched the Federation 2001 Deposit Scheme to provide specifically for a new Anglican School in Port Macquarie.

A church service was held on 2 December to commission the school and the foundation stone was laid by Bishop Huggins. 1

In June, Port Macquarie Hastings Council approved the application to build a school.

In consultation with Pauline Roots, Julia Jenkins organised the design and manufacture of the school uniform by Beare and Ley.

John Lambert, education expert and creator of the system of low-fee Anglican schools in Sydney, advised the Interim Council on issues of governance and the constitution.

The Interim Council selected Chris Pitt to be the first school Principal. He commenced his term on 14 October.

School Council was incorporated in October.

Andrew Walmsley had the ability to keep the first constitution succinct, easily readable and profoundly acceptable.

Rev. Dr John Barrett, School Council Chair, 1999–2018

The Port Macquarie Anglican School Constitution was amended to reflect the newly chosen name of the school, St Columba Anglican School, as suggested by Rev. Duncan McArthur.

To be foundation principal is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

St Columba’s students will be well-rounded, loving individuals committed to justice and truth. We will employ a diverse group of teachers from the experienced to quality graduates.

Chris Pitt, Principal 2001–07

John Lambert instilled in us the importance of good governance and the need for a staff of excellent teachers.

I decided against white socks to hide stains from the Port Macquarie red soil. We chose a winter tartan with navy, burgundy, white and grey. The girls’ summer dress fabric was in the colours of the favourite AFL team of Bishop Philip Huggins, St Kilda. Senior students wore navy socks and navy jumpers and juniors a navy sloppy joe. We chose a navy schoolbag to match, and introduced navy hats later. In 2006 a burgundy tie replaced the blue one for seniors. Even though no other schools in Port Macquarie had blazers at the time, I felt that they would be the icing on the cake of our uniform, and a blazer was introduced in 2018.

Julia Jenkins, teacher, parent and School Council member

Rev. Dr John Barrett, School Council Chair, 1999–2018

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Tree planting ceremony in 2001, prior to start of construction

2002

The school opened on 29 January with 72 students in classes from Kindergarten to Year 7. As the new school buildings were not quite ready, classes were conducted at St Thomas’s Church Hall and the Colonial Meeting Rooms.

On 24 February, all students and staff transferred to the new J Block (Jones Building, named for Rev. Dr David Jones) and N Block (Nosworthy Building, named for Bruce Nosworthy). Both men were foundation School Council members.

The Parents and Friends Association was formed (P & F). In its first six years, the P & F raised thousands of dollars through running the canteen, trivia nights, raffles, donut days, chocolate drives, Easter buns sales and two fêtes. Funds provided playground seating, sporting equipment, uniforms for representative sporting teams, shade sails and playground equipment, a vegetable garden, a giant chess set and choir risers as well as projection and audio equipment.

Our teachers never treated us like a rough draft. In fact, because we Year 7s were the oldest in the school, we were allowed more independence than our peers in other schools, where there were older students to keep the younger ones in their place. We felt like explorers, adventurers, navigating uncharted waters. We christened the athletics fields, braved the brand new stages, and failed to properly follow instructions when turning on the science and design equipment for the first time. By Year 12, we felt like the custodians of the school.

Phoebe Blyth, School Captain 2007

A canteen was opened by the P & F. At the suggestion of Bruce Little, the SCAS Award was created to recognise the student who best attained all-round excellence in service, spiritual, cultural, academic and sporting activities.

The school first entered Tournament of Minds.

The House system was established: Farrell House (colour: red, mascot: fox) was named for Gamaliel Farrell, the second schoolmaster in the early nineteenth century at Port Macquarie.

Innes House (colour: green, mascot: leprechaun) was named for Annabella Innes, an early settler at Port Macquarie.

McCabe House (colour: blue, mascot: shark) was named for John McCabe, the first schoolmaster in the early nineteenth century at Port Macquarie.

Robinson House (colour: yellow, mascot: ram) was named for Grace Fairley Robinson, the second woman to graduate from Sydney University in medicine.

Chris Pitt was known by all as the backbone of the school … He led it by professional example. As a perfectionist, Chris set a standard from the first day … the smallest details were important and always correct. His skills were evidenced by his ability to influence, respond, facilitate, encourage and model his beliefs, values and mission to the total school community and his colleagues and staff at the local and Diocesan level. Chris earned the warm respect of the community.

Janet Geronimi, PA and Registrar

2002

The school opened on 29 January with 72 students in classes from Kindergarten to Year 7. As the new school buildings were not quite ready, classes were conducted at St Thomas’s Church Hall and the Colonial Meeting Rooms.

On 24 February, all students and staff transferred to the new J Block (Jones Building, named for Rev. Dr David Jones) and N Block (Nosworthy Building, named for Bruce Nosworthy). Both men were foundation School Council members.

The Parents and Friends Association was formed (P & F). In its first six years, the P & F raised thousands of dollars through running the canteen, trivia nights, raffles, donut days, chocolate drives, Easter buns sales and two fêtes. Funds provided playground seating, sporting equipment, uniforms for representative sporting teams, shade sails and playground equipment, a vegetable garden, a giant chess set and choir risers as well as projection and audio equipment.

Our teachers never treated us like a rough draft. In fact, because we Year 7s were the oldest in the school, we were allowed more independence than our peers in other schools, where there were older students to keep the younger ones in their place. We felt like explorers, adventurers, navigating uncharted waters. We christened the athletics fields, braved the brand new stages, and failed to properly follow instructions when turning on the science and design equipment for the first time. By Year 12, we felt like the custodians of the school.

Phoebe Blyth, School Captain 2007

A canteen was opened by the P & F. At the suggestion of Bruce Little, the SCAS Award was created to recognise the student who best attained all-round excellence in service, spiritual, cultural, academic and sporting activities.

The school first entered Tournament of Minds.

The House system was established: Farrell House (colour: red, mascot: fox) was named for Gamaliel Farrell, the second schoolmaster in the early nineteenth century at Port Macquarie.

Innes House (colour: green, mascot: leprechaun) was named for Annabella Innes, an early settler at Port Macquarie.

McCabe House (colour: blue, mascot: shark) was named for John McCabe, the first schoolmaster in the early nineteenth century at Port Macquarie.

Robinson House (colour: yellow, mascot: ram) was named for Grace Fairley Robinson, the second woman to graduate from Sydney University in medicine.

Chris Pitt was known by all as the backbone of the school … He led it by professional example. As a perfectionist, Chris set a standard from the first day … the smallest details were important and always correct. His skills were evidenced by his ability to influence, respond, facilitate, encourage and model his beliefs, values and mission to the total school community and his colleagues and staff at the local and Diocesan level. Chris earned the warm respect of the community.

Janet Geronimi, PA and Registrar

2003

Rev. Duncan McArthur, vicar of St Thomas’s Church, was appointed as the first Chaplain. He was also the first chaplain to be appointed to an Anglican school in the Diocese of Grafton. 1 Other foundation staff members were Bruce Little, Pam Moodie, Meridith Ebbs, Lorrae Sampson, Gaye Pitt, Shirley Pitcher, Janet Geronimi and Julie Drake.

The new school year resumed with 216 students.

I can still remember my first day, meeting under a fig tree outside an old cottage which is now part of the 400m track on the front oval.

Being a PDHPE teacher and sports organiser, I never thought that I would go to a school that did not have sporting facilities. I remember picking up rocks during working bees so that we could have a small patch of grass to play volleyball and netball, mowing cross-country tracks and helping to put up goal posts, basketball backboards and nets.

Allister Hunziker was appointed as the first Business Manager.

Middle School was established for students in years 6, 7 and 8, led by Allan Guihot (deputy principal since 2008). 2 The Barrett Science building was opened and named after Rev. Dr John Barrett, foundation Chair of the School Council.

The Dawson Library, named after Andrina Dawson, a foundation School Council member, opened on the same day in August as the Barrett Science building. 1 Junior School Grandparents’ Day was first held.

The Junior School buddy program was introduced.

Whilst the facilities were continually growing, the qualities that stood out to me were the passion and enthusiasm of the teachers and the Christian heart of the school (led by Rev. Duncan).

Lorrae Sampson, teacher 2002–12

The Dawson Library grew from a bathtub of donated books with the help of many wonderful foundation parent volunteers.

Lorrae Sampson, teacher 2002–12

We began the teaching year in 2002 at St Thomas’s in fairly cramped classrooms, with limited resources, no staffroom, shared amenities and a lot of wet weather … students and staff together learnt to compromise and appreciate the good things we had: a common goal based on the faith and determination of some very visionary people. It was at St Thomas’s that the students developed friendships both within and across age groups and unofficially began their own form of peer support.

Julie Drake, staff 2002–present

Chris Pitt has many fine attributes … his strong Christian faith and leadership, his huge capacity for [reaching desired] outcomes, particularly in the field of teaching- and nonteaching staff selection, his organisational skills, his consummate knowledge of Information Technology and [its] application, his sound understanding of educational philosophy and ethos, and his significant input into school policy and governance guidelines.

Pam Moodie, teacher 2002–10

Extract from reference for Chris Pitt, Principal 2001–07, written by Rev. Dr John Barrett, School Council Chair, 1999–2018

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Bruce Little

2003

Rev. Duncan McArthur, vicar of St Thomas’s Church, was appointed as the first Chaplain. He was also the first chaplain to be appointed to an Anglican school in the Diocese of Grafton. 1 Other foundation staff members were Bruce Little, Pam Moodie, Meridith Ebbs, Lorrae Sampson, Gaye Pitt, Shirley Pitcher, Janet Geronimi and Julie Drake.

The new school year resumed with 216 students.

I can still remember my first day, meeting under a fig tree outside an old cottage which is now part of the 400m track on the front oval.

Being a PDHPE teacher and sports organiser, I never thought that I would go to a school that did not have sporting facilities. I remember picking up rocks during working bees so that we could have a small patch of grass to play volleyball and netball, mowing cross-country tracks and helping to put up goal posts, basketball backboards and nets.

Allister Hunziker was appointed as the first Business Manager.

Middle School was established for students in years 6, 7 and 8, led by Allan Guihot (deputy principal since 2008). 2 The Barrett Science building was opened and named after Rev. Dr John Barrett, foundation Chair of the School Council.

The Dawson Library, named after Andrina Dawson, a foundation School Council member, opened on the same day in August as the Barrett Science building. 1 Junior School Grandparents’ Day was first held.

The Junior School buddy program was introduced.

Whilst the facilities were continually growing, the qualities that stood out to me were the passion and enthusiasm of the teachers and the Christian heart of the school (led by Rev. Duncan).

Lorrae Sampson, teacher 2002–12

The Dawson Library grew from a bathtub of donated books with the help of many wonderful foundation parent volunteers.

Lorrae Sampson, teacher 2002–12

We began the teaching year in 2002 at St Thomas’s in fairly cramped classrooms, with limited resources, no staffroom, shared amenities and a lot of wet weather … students and staff together learnt to compromise and appreciate the good things we had: a common goal based on the faith and determination of some very visionary people. It was at St Thomas’s that the students developed friendships both within and across age groups and unofficially began their own form of peer support.

Julie Drake, staff 2002–present

Chris Pitt has many fine attributes … his strong Christian faith and leadership, his huge capacity for [reaching desired] outcomes, particularly in the field of teaching- and nonteaching staff selection, his organisational skills, his consummate knowledge of Information Technology and [its] application, his sound understanding of educational philosophy and ethos, and his significant input into school policy and governance guidelines.

Pam Moodie, teacher 2002–10

Extract from reference for Chris Pitt, Principal 2001–07, written by Rev. Dr John Barrett, School Council Chair, 1999–2018

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Bruce Little

2005

2004

Following Barrie Ross’s illness, Adrian Borsato was selected as the new school architect.

Rogers Building opened and served as the Middle School centre until 2012. It is named after David Rogers, a foundation School Council member.

Senior School was established for students from Year 9 upwards, led by Deputy Principal Heather Norton.

In those early years, parents and staff all worked together for the school, be it raising money for resources, constructing the first playground, or collecting rocks [to clear] the oval. Weekend working bees and social events were the norm. There was a strong emphasis on community.

Bruce Little, Head of Primary, 2002–20

Julie Drake, staff 2002–present

Clean up Australia day

Marketing in the early years was about brand recognition. We purchased [advertising on] 10,000 milk cartons from Hastings Milk, and were on the bottom of the Wednesday TV guide ‘Hastings Happenings’, and in mailbox drops around the region. This was when the ‘World of Opportunities’ catchphrase was launched.

The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award program was introduced to Year 9 students.

From day one I was tasked with supporting and partnering with my nowdear friend Rev. Duncan to build authenticity and accessibility into Chaplaincy. Some of the stories that come back to me of students now nudging 30 give me goosebumps as I realise the traction and life-long legacy that the Gospel has borne in these young lives.

Scott Hazelton, teacher 2005–16

This strong sense of community, coupled with an emphasis on Christian values and firm guidelines, is what attracted many new families to join the school.

Bruce Little, Head of Primary, 2002–20

Planning a new school involves an unflinching vision of the future.

Heather Norton, Deputy Principal 2004–07 and Board Chair 2020–present

Chior practice

2005

2004

Following Barrie Ross’s illness, Adrian Borsato was selected as the new school architect.

Rogers Building opened and served as the Middle School centre until 2012. It is named after David Rogers, a foundation School Council member.

Senior School was established for students from Year 9 upwards, led by Deputy Principal Heather Norton.

In those early years, parents and staff all worked together for the school, be it raising money for resources, constructing the first playground, or collecting rocks [to clear] the oval. Weekend working bees and social events were the norm. There was a strong emphasis on community.

Bruce Little, Head of Primary, 2002–20

Julie Drake, staff 2002–present

Clean up Australia day

Marketing in the early years was about brand recognition. We purchased [advertising on] 10,000 milk cartons from Hastings Milk, and were on the bottom of the Wednesday TV guide ‘Hastings Happenings’, and in mailbox drops around the region. This was when the ‘World of Opportunities’ catchphrase was launched.

The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award program was introduced to Year 9 students.

From day one I was tasked with supporting and partnering with my nowdear friend Rev. Duncan to build authenticity and accessibility into Chaplaincy. Some of the stories that come back to me of students now nudging 30 give me goosebumps as I realise the traction and life-long legacy that the Gospel has borne in these young lives.

Scott Hazelton, teacher 2005–16

This strong sense of community, coupled with an emphasis on Christian values and firm guidelines, is what attracted many new families to join the school.

Bruce Little, Head of Primary, 2002–20

Planning a new school involves an unflinching vision of the future.

Heather Norton, Deputy Principal 2004–07 and Board Chair 2020–present

Chior practice

2006

The Deutschbein Building opened and was named after Alan Deutschbein, a member of the task force and Interim Council which established the school. Known as ‘Staff Central’, the building contained staff offices.

The people at SCAS ‘bled SCAS blood’. We worked hard, sometimes too hard. We invented and reinvented. We became all things to all people. At times we were victims of our own success as we pursued forward thinking and the most current and research-based models of education. The car park was almost never empty.

The former administration building was converted to house three new kindergarten rooms.

Two multipurpose courts for tennis, netball, basketball and volleyball were constructed behind Staff Central.

Scott Hazelton, teacher 2005–16

Four new classrooms opened in the Junior School.

The staff were a tight-knit crew who shared the responsibility for each student and actively cared for each other. This was manifested in many ways but notably the staff SAC award held a special place in staff meetings. Each Thursday morning tea, the SAC was given to a member of staff (Staff Appreciation Certificate) as we roared with supportive laughter at another’s foray into the annals of SCAS history.

The annual staff revue ranged from belly dancing to ABBA and was a highlight at our Christmas parties and fondly recalled throughout the year as we planned ahead for the next performance. Our staff devotions each week provided a moment to be still and grateful. We sought every opportunity to be joyful.

First overseas trip: French students visited New Caledonia.

St Columba’s first Student Representative Council formed. 1 The Association of Heads of Independent Schools of Australia formally accepted SCAS as an AHISA school.

Being the second SRC in a new school you do not fall into the comfort of tradition. It is up to you to decide the tradition, establish rules and set a course for the future SRC role.

Heather Norton, Deputy Principal 2004–07 and Board Chair 2020–present

School camp

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Band 2006

School Captains Max Mills and Cassandra Little in 2008 on the Student Representative Council in 2007

2006

The Deutschbein Building opened and was named after Alan Deutschbein, a member of the task force and Interim Council which established the school. Known as ‘Staff Central’, the building contained staff offices.

The people at SCAS ‘bled SCAS blood’. We worked hard, sometimes too hard. We invented and reinvented. We became all things to all people. At times we were victims of our own success as we pursued forward thinking and the most current and research-based models of education. The car park was almost never empty.

The former administration building was converted to house three new kindergarten rooms.

Two multipurpose courts for tennis, netball, basketball and volleyball were constructed behind Staff Central.

Scott Hazelton, teacher 2005–16

Four new classrooms opened in the Junior School.

The staff were a tight-knit crew who shared the responsibility for each student and actively cared for each other. This was manifested in many ways but notably the staff SAC award held a special place in staff meetings. Each Thursday morning tea, the SAC was given to a member of staff (Staff Appreciation Certificate) as we roared with supportive laughter at another’s foray into the annals of SCAS history.

The annual staff revue ranged from belly dancing to ABBA and was a highlight at our Christmas parties and fondly recalled throughout the year as we planned ahead for the next performance. Our staff devotions each week provided a moment to be still and grateful. We sought every opportunity to be joyful.

First overseas trip: French students visited New Caledonia.

St Columba’s first Student Representative Council formed. 1 The Association of Heads of Independent Schools of Australia formally accepted SCAS as an AHISA school.

Being the second SRC in a new school you do not fall into the comfort of tradition. It is up to you to decide the tradition, establish rules and set a course for the future SRC role.

Heather Norton, Deputy Principal 2004–07 and Board Chair 2020–present

School camp

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Band 2006

School Captains Max Mills and Cassandra Little in 2008 on the Student Representative Council in 2007

2007

SCAS has 579 students on its roll.

In 2007 I was involved in a Duke of Edinburgh camp. The weather was less than inviting and the campsite was pitched in pouring rain on the sand dunes near Forster. Even so, there was a wonderful spirit the next day as the students made their march along the beach to the final destination. St Columba students that day showed that even when they are tired, hungry and wet, their spirits were not dampened.

First school master plan created.

Bishop Keith Slater opened the school chapel, which was named after the first school Chaplain, Rev. Duncan McArthur. Students attend weekly chapel services. 1 McArthur Building opened to house all administrative staff and functions.

Exit gates were installed on the southern boundary.

Duncan McArthur, Chaplain 2002–17

St Columba held its first school confirmation service.

During 2007 the school community received the news that its Principal, Chris Pitt, was resigning at the end of the year. Soon after, it was announced that the Deputy, Mrs Heather Norton, would also move to her principalship in Albury. The impact was immediate. They had developed an excellent relationship and as a team supported the staff, students and parent body. Losing these key personnel at the same time in 2008 meant there was growing apprehension about SCAS’s future, and a sense of uneasiness grew amongst the staff and parents. There was much flux within each sector of the school community.

The first cohort of HSC students graduated.

First musical staged: Godspell. 2 The Old Scholars’ Association was established.

I still remember Mr Guihot delaying the announcement of captains by about 5 seconds just to build suspense. Being the first school captain still brings me a lot of pride and it helped me develop my leadership skills of patience and understanding which I use to this day.

Sam Higginson-Collits, School Captain 2007

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The school chapel proved to be a wonderful space for worship, as well as for multipurpose functions such as the musical Godspell.

Duncan McArthur, Chaplain 2002–17

Janet Geronimi, PA and Registrar 2

2007

SCAS has 579 students on its roll.

In 2007 I was involved in a Duke of Edinburgh camp. The weather was less than inviting and the campsite was pitched in pouring rain on the sand dunes near Forster. Even so, there was a wonderful spirit the next day as the students made their march along the beach to the final destination. St Columba students that day showed that even when they are tired, hungry and wet, their spirits were not dampened.

First school master plan created.

Bishop Keith Slater opened the school chapel, which was named after the first school Chaplain, Rev. Duncan McArthur. Students attend weekly chapel services. 1 McArthur Building opened to house all administrative staff and functions.

Exit gates were installed on the southern boundary.

Duncan McArthur, Chaplain 2002–17

St Columba held its first school confirmation service.

During 2007 the school community received the news that its Principal, Chris Pitt, was resigning at the end of the year. Soon after, it was announced that the Deputy, Mrs Heather Norton, would also move to her principalship in Albury. The impact was immediate. They had developed an excellent relationship and as a team supported the staff, students and parent body. Losing these key personnel at the same time in 2008 meant there was growing apprehension about SCAS’s future, and a sense of uneasiness grew amongst the staff and parents. There was much flux within each sector of the school community.

The first cohort of HSC students graduated.

First musical staged: Godspell. 2 The Old Scholars’ Association was established.

I still remember Mr Guihot delaying the announcement of captains by about 5 seconds just to build suspense. Being the first school captain still brings me a lot of pride and it helped me develop my leadership skills of patience and understanding which I use to this day.

Sam Higginson-Collits, School Captain 2007

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The school chapel proved to be a wonderful space for worship, as well as for multipurpose functions such as the musical Godspell.

Duncan McArthur, Chaplain 2002–17

Janet Geronimi, PA and Registrar 2

2008

Terry Muldoon was appointed as the school’s second principal. 1

Year 10 experienced its first Australian Business Week.

The first edition of the annual yearbook The Chameleon was published, with Susanna Christie as editor.

A partnership with Sunrise Rotary and Interact group was formed.

Columba Day first celebrated, with a Box Car Rally at its centre. 3

We are moving from being an interesting new school to an established high performance school that is both welcoming and exciting. Our profile in the community is of a school that strives for success on behalf of our students, cherishing a set of clear values and attracting excellent staff.

The Year 12 Retreat was introduced.

A music technology laboratory was created.

The school entered the Sydney Rock Eisteddfod for the first time and made it to the grand final.

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

An exchange program was established with a school in Japan. 2 SCAS’s writer-in-residence program began.

Around here, if we do something once it is an innovation and if we do it twice it becomes a tradition.

I believe that this is a school of which we can all be proud. Here I do not simply refer to the grounds and buildings, though excellent they are. What I speak of is the positive culture of the school and the way this positivism imbues every action and reaction in its daily life. Spending time at the front of the School most mornings gives me time not only to meet, greet and discuss exciting issues like uniform or make-up, it also gives me time to reflect on what has been created here.

Allan Guihot, staff 2003–present, Deputy Principal since 2008

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

Students embarked on studies in the newly minted Entertainment Industry course.

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Inaugural Shakespearean production: Much Ado About Nothing.

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2008

Terry Muldoon was appointed as the school’s second principal. 1

Year 10 experienced its first Australian Business Week.

The first edition of the annual yearbook The Chameleon was published, with Susanna Christie as editor.

A partnership with Sunrise Rotary and Interact group was formed.

Columba Day first celebrated, with a Box Car Rally at its centre. 3

We are moving from being an interesting new school to an established high performance school that is both welcoming and exciting. Our profile in the community is of a school that strives for success on behalf of our students, cherishing a set of clear values and attracting excellent staff.

The Year 12 Retreat was introduced.

A music technology laboratory was created.

The school entered the Sydney Rock Eisteddfod for the first time and made it to the grand final.

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

An exchange program was established with a school in Japan. 2 SCAS’s writer-in-residence program began.

Around here, if we do something once it is an innovation and if we do it twice it becomes a tradition.

I believe that this is a school of which we can all be proud. Here I do not simply refer to the grounds and buildings, though excellent they are. What I speak of is the positive culture of the school and the way this positivism imbues every action and reaction in its daily life. Spending time at the front of the School most mornings gives me time not only to meet, greet and discuss exciting issues like uniform or make-up, it also gives me time to reflect on what has been created here.

Allan Guihot, staff 2003–present, Deputy Principal since 2008

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

Students embarked on studies in the newly minted Entertainment Industry course.

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Inaugural Shakespearean production: Much Ado About Nothing.

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2009

Columba Cottage Early Learning Centre opened as a joint venture with the Anglican Diocese of Grafton. 1

When I arrived at the school, volunteers Opie Blyth and Libby Baker were grafted onto the culture of the school through their enthusiasm and their dedication to the vision of an excellent independent education for their children. And they loved and supported our nascent music program.

New Junior School classrooms which opened in 2009 were named the Pitt Building to honour first Principal Chris Pitt.

Building the Education Revolution (BER) funding of $2.9 million was received to construct a Multipurpose Centre containing two basketball courts, a stage, offices, a canteen and a mezzanine floor.

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

Polo shirts in House colours were introduced.

Bus drivers claimed that I was adding up to ten minutes to their morning run as students would not get off the bus until their uniform was correct as the Principal was usually waiting at the foot of the bus stairs. Later, I believe, bets by Middle Secondary students were laid by those who thought they could get past me without being corrected for their uniform variations.

Year patrons commenced in the pastoral care program.

SCAS’s cross-country team placed second at the National Cross Country Championship.

The girls’ tennis team won the HRIS premiership.

A SCAS team won the NSW All Schools Triathlon Championship. 2

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

The school’s chess team won the NSW Junior Chess League North Coast Region competition. 3

The students were quite interested and invested in what was happening on the edge of the Primary School and very happy to let me know if any of the tradespeople on site dared to smoke or use inappropriate language; and they expected it to be dealt with.

A leadership award system with three tiers, Bronze, Silver and Gold was launched.

Friends of Music was established.

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

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2009

Columba Cottage Early Learning Centre opened as a joint venture with the Anglican Diocese of Grafton. 1

When I arrived at the school, volunteers Opie Blyth and Libby Baker were grafted onto the culture of the school through their enthusiasm and their dedication to the vision of an excellent independent education for their children. And they loved and supported our nascent music program.

New Junior School classrooms which opened in 2009 were named the Pitt Building to honour first Principal Chris Pitt.

Building the Education Revolution (BER) funding of $2.9 million was received to construct a Multipurpose Centre containing two basketball courts, a stage, offices, a canteen and a mezzanine floor.

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

Polo shirts in House colours were introduced.

Bus drivers claimed that I was adding up to ten minutes to their morning run as students would not get off the bus until their uniform was correct as the Principal was usually waiting at the foot of the bus stairs. Later, I believe, bets by Middle Secondary students were laid by those who thought they could get past me without being corrected for their uniform variations.

Year patrons commenced in the pastoral care program.

SCAS’s cross-country team placed second at the National Cross Country Championship.

The girls’ tennis team won the HRIS premiership.

A SCAS team won the NSW All Schools Triathlon Championship. 2

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

The school’s chess team won the NSW Junior Chess League North Coast Region competition. 3

The students were quite interested and invested in what was happening on the edge of the Primary School and very happy to let me know if any of the tradespeople on site dared to smoke or use inappropriate language; and they expected it to be dealt with.

A leadership award system with three tiers, Bronze, Silver and Gold was launched.

Friends of Music was established.

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

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2010

In 2010, the amphitheatre was completed. 1

St Columba Anglican School is still a community bound by strong relationships between caring and committed people who continue to work towards fulfilling God’s purpose.

An inaugural SCAS Has Got Talent Show was staged in the amphitheatre.

The Iona Building opened as the Multipurpose Centre, with spaces for baseball, indoor soccer, a weights room, cafeteria and a uniform shop. It has been used for out-of-hours and holiday care too. It won a Master Builders’ Association state award in the educational sporting facilities category. 4

Pam Moodie, teacher 2002–10

As a result of government funding, the school was able to plan and build the Iona Centre that not only allowed sports to flourish but gave us a space where the whole school could gather for assemblies and ceremonies. No longer would a significant gathering of the school be preceded by constant and worried scanning of the Bureau of Meteorology website and be subject to quite sudden postponement or cancellation if the storm clouds or extreme temperature changes rolled across the Hastings.

Students first donned SCAS’s new sports uniform.

The performance of ‘Avatar’ won the senior dance section of the Port Macquarie Eisteddfod as well as second prize at the Sydney Eisteddfod. 2 Year 10’s Science and Engineering team won the Northern NSW Super Challenge Cup.

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present 2

The Boys’ Open Soccer team first won the HRIS tournament. 3 SCAS’s triathlon team won the NSW Schools Championship.

This year’s events included the inaugural Languages and Culture Festival.

Major Innes Road was upgraded.

Interact Club won the Model United Nations Assembly team award.

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2010

In 2010, the amphitheatre was completed. 1

St Columba Anglican School is still a community bound by strong relationships between caring and committed people who continue to work towards fulfilling God’s purpose.

An inaugural SCAS Has Got Talent Show was staged in the amphitheatre.

The Iona Building opened as the Multipurpose Centre, with spaces for baseball, indoor soccer, a weights room, cafeteria and a uniform shop. It has been used for out-of-hours and holiday care too. It won a Master Builders’ Association state award in the educational sporting facilities category. 4

Pam Moodie, teacher 2002–10

As a result of government funding, the school was able to plan and build the Iona Centre that not only allowed sports to flourish but gave us a space where the whole school could gather for assemblies and ceremonies. No longer would a significant gathering of the school be preceded by constant and worried scanning of the Bureau of Meteorology website and be subject to quite sudden postponement or cancellation if the storm clouds or extreme temperature changes rolled across the Hastings.

Students first donned SCAS’s new sports uniform.

The performance of ‘Avatar’ won the senior dance section of the Port Macquarie Eisteddfod as well as second prize at the Sydney Eisteddfod. 2 Year 10’s Science and Engineering team won the Northern NSW Super Challenge Cup.

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present 2

The Boys’ Open Soccer team first won the HRIS tournament. 3 SCAS’s triathlon team won the NSW Schools Championship.

This year’s events included the inaugural Languages and Culture Festival.

Major Innes Road was upgraded.

Interact Club won the Model United Nations Assembly team award.

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2011

The school won a local Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year award in the category of Education and Training.

Our major quest of the year was to complete an expedition through the Tops of Barrington, which was necessary if we wanted to attain the fabled bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award. We trekked through the icy streams of the terrain, with Mount Barrington always looming overhead. After the two-day trek, we returned to our base camp and began white water rafting down the rapids of Barrington River, while the other half of our troops began the murderous hike along the trail we had completed the two days before.

The Syd Hopkins Building opened in term 4 and included a refectory for senior students, music rooms, a laptop room, classrooms and a dance studio. It was named for surveyor Syd Hopkins and is also known as the Senior Studies Centre.

Support for Vanuatu commenced through Sunrise Rotary. 2 Music students participated in tours to Queensland (for bands) as well as Sydney and Newcastle (Vocal Road Trip).

Emily Hutton and Ryan Kallmier, Year 9, 2011

Two dance teams won first place at the Sydney Eisteddfod. 1 The school was invited to perform at Dance of the Champions in Sydney, which Channel 10 filmed and broadcast.

Thankfully, the School Council had the foresight to employ a project manager to oversee major projects. Bill Amy, a man of physical presence and great knowledge of the building trade and project management, was a great choice. His presence meant that I could focus on the ‘educational stuff’ and leave the development of building to those with real expertise in this area.

Following the earthquake and tsunami, the inaugural trip to Japan that had been planned was cancelled.

We established meaningful traditions that built community. Our staff pastoral groups on a Friday morning and our staff chapels on a Tuesday afternoon provided a connectedness that became the heartbeat of the teaching family at SCAS.

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

Scott Hazelton, teacher 2005–16 1

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2011

The school won a local Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year award in the category of Education and Training.

Our major quest of the year was to complete an expedition through the Tops of Barrington, which was necessary if we wanted to attain the fabled bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award. We trekked through the icy streams of the terrain, with Mount Barrington always looming overhead. After the two-day trek, we returned to our base camp and began white water rafting down the rapids of Barrington River, while the other half of our troops began the murderous hike along the trail we had completed the two days before.

The Syd Hopkins Building opened in term 4 and included a refectory for senior students, music rooms, a laptop room, classrooms and a dance studio. It was named for surveyor Syd Hopkins and is also known as the Senior Studies Centre.

Support for Vanuatu commenced through Sunrise Rotary. 2 Music students participated in tours to Queensland (for bands) as well as Sydney and Newcastle (Vocal Road Trip).

Emily Hutton and Ryan Kallmier, Year 9, 2011

Two dance teams won first place at the Sydney Eisteddfod. 1 The school was invited to perform at Dance of the Champions in Sydney, which Channel 10 filmed and broadcast.

Thankfully, the School Council had the foresight to employ a project manager to oversee major projects. Bill Amy, a man of physical presence and great knowledge of the building trade and project management, was a great choice. His presence meant that I could focus on the ‘educational stuff’ and leave the development of building to those with real expertise in this area.

Following the earthquake and tsunami, the inaugural trip to Japan that had been planned was cancelled.

We established meaningful traditions that built community. Our staff pastoral groups on a Friday morning and our staff chapels on a Tuesday afternoon provided a connectedness that became the heartbeat of the teaching family at SCAS.

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

Scott Hazelton, teacher 2005–16 1

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2012

The school changed its structure from one that included a Middle School to become a Primary School (Kindergarten to Year 6) and Secondary School (years 7 to 12).

The Senior Studies Centre is now almost complete, and the roof is going on the Trade Training Centre. Taking into account the Iona Centre, there has effectively been $7.5m of building works undertaken in the school in the past two and a bit years. Most of this has been funded by the Commonwealth Government with just $780,000 needing to be borrowed with $20,000 being provided by the Parent Community through Building Fund donations.

A joint venture between SCAS and the Manning Valley Anglican School to provide courses in Hospitality, Electro technology and Construction resulted in the opening of the Trade Training Centre. It was built using a $2.97 million BER grant. 1 SCAS redeveloped its Dawson Library and brought in eLearning. 2

Allister Hunziker, Business Manager

Music camp was first held in 2012.

Chamber Choir, Iintombi Zicula, Stage Band and Jazz Ensemble won first prizes in the Port Macquarie Eisteddfod.

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Two Tournament of Minds teams won the regional challenge and competed at state level.

Winner of Business Planning competition.

Winner of State Commerce competition.

Charles Sturt University opened a campus in Port Macquarie.

Events included the Senior students’ trip to Italy.

A SCAS Sisterhood group was formed.

Junior School staged Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

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The school hosted the Model United Nations Assembly.

An anniversary ball was organised by the P & F to celebrate the school’s tenth birthday.

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2012

The school changed its structure from one that included a Middle School to become a Primary School (Kindergarten to Year 6) and Secondary School (years 7 to 12).

The Senior Studies Centre is now almost complete, and the roof is going on the Trade Training Centre. Taking into account the Iona Centre, there has effectively been $7.5m of building works undertaken in the school in the past two and a bit years. Most of this has been funded by the Commonwealth Government with just $780,000 needing to be borrowed with $20,000 being provided by the Parent Community through Building Fund donations.

A joint venture between SCAS and the Manning Valley Anglican School to provide courses in Hospitality, Electro technology and Construction resulted in the opening of the Trade Training Centre. It was built using a $2.97 million BER grant. 1 SCAS redeveloped its Dawson Library and brought in eLearning. 2

Allister Hunziker, Business Manager

Music camp was first held in 2012.

Chamber Choir, Iintombi Zicula, Stage Band and Jazz Ensemble won first prizes in the Port Macquarie Eisteddfod.

1

Two Tournament of Minds teams won the regional challenge and competed at state level.

Winner of Business Planning competition.

Winner of State Commerce competition.

Charles Sturt University opened a campus in Port Macquarie.

Events included the Senior students’ trip to Italy.

A SCAS Sisterhood group was formed.

Junior School staged Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

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The school hosted the Model United Nations Assembly.

An anniversary ball was organised by the P & F to celebrate the school’s tenth birthday.

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2013

The first time the Trade Training Centre program came into my consciousness was when Janet Geronimi came into my office and asked what I thought of the idea of St Columba setting up a trade training centre in the school. While the average profile of the St Columba student is one that has a strong emphasis on accessing university after graduation, I know we had students who were much more aligned to careers in the trades, and I believed that many of the trade skills could augment the preparation of our university-bound students for their careers.

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

The Dawson Library soon became one of the most popular places on campus for students. With its combination of IT and the focus on the traditional cellulose (books) approach to libraries, it developed as the hub of the school’s digital revolution.

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

The Senior Studies Centre will offer secondary students a chance to belong somewhere on campus. I see this building as a significant milestone in the school’s development. With it we will engender a greater sense of belonging in our senior cohorts. The added security of a place of their own will, I hope, allow the pursuit of academic excellence to take root.

The Jenkins Building opened to provide new Year 6 classrooms and won an architectural award. It was named after Julia Jenkins, a teacher who was also a foundation member of both the School Council and the P & F Association. 1 An extension to the Rogers Building opened as Stage 12 of the building program. It provided new secondary school classrooms.

Bring Your Own Device commenced.

National finalist in Tournament of the Minds.

SCAS became runner-up champion school in the NSW Super Challenge Cup.

The physical growth of the school has been overwhelming. This enormous growth both in buildings and in student numbers was always hoped for, in line with William Carey’s motto: ‘Expect great things from God and attempt great things for God’.

Rev. Duncan McArthur, Chaplain 2002–17

Allan Guihot, staff 2003–present, Deputy Principal since 2008

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

Whole school, 2012

We celebrated with liturgy, reflection and a great ball, where the P & F managed the miracle of turning the Iona building from a sports venue to an elegant, stylish and welcoming venue in which the parents and staff could gather in thanks, celebration and optimism for a lively future. Celebrations for ten years of a school’s existence must seem vaguely amusing to those schools who have long passed their centenary but to us it was wonderful.

The Jenkins Building shows where the school was heading educationally. Gone are the rows of immobile desks and rectangular box architecture of past school buildings. Now we see flexible spaces with moveable walls, access to small-group and wet-area spaces, air conditioning, digital connectivity and connection to outdoor learning areas. It allowed talented teachers to make their classes more engaging, flexible to the various needs of students, and made it easier for teachers to collaborate to with their peers.

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

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2013

The first time the Trade Training Centre program came into my consciousness was when Janet Geronimi came into my office and asked what I thought of the idea of St Columba setting up a trade training centre in the school. While the average profile of the St Columba student is one that has a strong emphasis on accessing university after graduation, I know we had students who were much more aligned to careers in the trades, and I believed that many of the trade skills could augment the preparation of our university-bound students for their careers.

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

The Dawson Library soon became one of the most popular places on campus for students. With its combination of IT and the focus on the traditional cellulose (books) approach to libraries, it developed as the hub of the school’s digital revolution.

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

The Senior Studies Centre will offer secondary students a chance to belong somewhere on campus. I see this building as a significant milestone in the school’s development. With it we will engender a greater sense of belonging in our senior cohorts. The added security of a place of their own will, I hope, allow the pursuit of academic excellence to take root.

The Jenkins Building opened to provide new Year 6 classrooms and won an architectural award. It was named after Julia Jenkins, a teacher who was also a foundation member of both the School Council and the P & F Association. 1 An extension to the Rogers Building opened as Stage 12 of the building program. It provided new secondary school classrooms.

Bring Your Own Device commenced.

National finalist in Tournament of the Minds.

SCAS became runner-up champion school in the NSW Super Challenge Cup.

The physical growth of the school has been overwhelming. This enormous growth both in buildings and in student numbers was always hoped for, in line with William Carey’s motto: ‘Expect great things from God and attempt great things for God’.

Rev. Duncan McArthur, Chaplain 2002–17

Allan Guihot, staff 2003–present, Deputy Principal since 2008

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

Whole school, 2012

We celebrated with liturgy, reflection and a great ball, where the P & F managed the miracle of turning the Iona building from a sports venue to an elegant, stylish and welcoming venue in which the parents and staff could gather in thanks, celebration and optimism for a lively future. Celebrations for ten years of a school’s existence must seem vaguely amusing to those schools who have long passed their centenary but to us it was wonderful.

The Jenkins Building shows where the school was heading educationally. Gone are the rows of immobile desks and rectangular box architecture of past school buildings. Now we see flexible spaces with moveable walls, access to small-group and wet-area spaces, air conditioning, digital connectivity and connection to outdoor learning areas. It allowed talented teachers to make their classes more engaging, flexible to the various needs of students, and made it easier for teachers to collaborate to with their peers.

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

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2014 1

Enrolments reached 1,000 students.

We were aspirational – there’s just nothing that could defeat or beat us.

The Phillips Building was opened by Bishop Right Rev. Dr Sarah Macneil to provide more secondary school classrooms. It was named after Susan Phillips, one of the first members of the P & F Association and, later, a member of School Council.

Scott Hazelton, teacher 2005–16

A team placed first in the region and fifth in state in the Schools Titration Competition. 2

There is a Christian Studies curriculum which is given to every student up to Year 10 and the teachers are committed to its proper presentation. The SCAS student is therefore given every opportunity in Chapel and in class to understand the Christian message for themselves. SCAS does not force its students to believe but hopes that it provides the right information and direction academically and pastorally to consider the claims of Jesus Christ on their lives.

Junior School produced Aladdin. 1 An extension and enrichment program was introduced to the Junior School.

Makerspace was created.

Geography students first toured Vietnam.

Rev. Duncan McArthur, Chaplain 2002–17

The first student leadership retreat was held.

Battle of the Bands was first staged with other Port Macquarie schools.

A troupe which won the Sydney Eisteddfod also came third in the Dance of Champions event.

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2014 1

Enrolments reached 1,000 students.

We were aspirational – there’s just nothing that could defeat or beat us.

The Phillips Building was opened by Bishop Right Rev. Dr Sarah Macneil to provide more secondary school classrooms. It was named after Susan Phillips, one of the first members of the P & F Association and, later, a member of School Council.

Scott Hazelton, teacher 2005–16

A team placed first in the region and fifth in state in the Schools Titration Competition. 2

There is a Christian Studies curriculum which is given to every student up to Year 10 and the teachers are committed to its proper presentation. The SCAS student is therefore given every opportunity in Chapel and in class to understand the Christian message for themselves. SCAS does not force its students to believe but hopes that it provides the right information and direction academically and pastorally to consider the claims of Jesus Christ on their lives.

Junior School produced Aladdin. 1 An extension and enrichment program was introduced to the Junior School.

Makerspace was created.

Geography students first toured Vietnam.

Rev. Duncan McArthur, Chaplain 2002–17

The first student leadership retreat was held.

Battle of the Bands was first staged with other Port Macquarie schools.

A troupe which won the Sydney Eisteddfod also came third in the Dance of Champions event.

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2015

The 2015 School year commenced with 1,061 students.

ICE was largely the vision of Chris Delaney (Director of Professional Learning) where students of all ages could work in an attractive and flexible learning space. Digital screens, robots, Rock and Water programs, spaces for visiting authors and meetings, study spaces, small meeting rooms – adaptability, flexibility and light were the key design concepts and it was an immediate hit with students and staff.

SCAS implemented the National Chaplaincy in Schools Program.

Googik Heritage Track was established.

The school first made it into the top 100 in NSW for HSC results when its 2014 performance ranked 94th.

SCAS first entered the Da Vinci Decathlon when it hosted the inaugural Mid North Coast tournament.

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

A section of the Deutschbein Building was renovated and named the Centre for Innovation, Creativity and Excellence (ICE).

The competition is fierce, and imagination, humour and colour often overtake skill as each year vies for the greatest honour on the St Columba calendar: to be crowned SCAS Dance Off Champions.

A new school entrance was placed on the northern boundary. 1 The Primary School team won the HRIS athletics. 2 Students staged The Caucasian Chalk Circle.

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

The Year 9 dance troupe that won the Sydney Eisteddfod also won the Dance of Champions event.

For the first time at SCAS, some students achieved Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Awards.

Wellness Week was first held, including the Dance Off.

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2015

The 2015 School year commenced with 1,061 students.

ICE was largely the vision of Chris Delaney (Director of Professional Learning) where students of all ages could work in an attractive and flexible learning space. Digital screens, robots, Rock and Water programs, spaces for visiting authors and meetings, study spaces, small meeting rooms – adaptability, flexibility and light were the key design concepts and it was an immediate hit with students and staff.

SCAS implemented the National Chaplaincy in Schools Program.

Googik Heritage Track was established.

The school first made it into the top 100 in NSW for HSC results when its 2014 performance ranked 94th.

SCAS first entered the Da Vinci Decathlon when it hosted the inaugural Mid North Coast tournament.

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

A section of the Deutschbein Building was renovated and named the Centre for Innovation, Creativity and Excellence (ICE).

The competition is fierce, and imagination, humour and colour often overtake skill as each year vies for the greatest honour on the St Columba calendar: to be crowned SCAS Dance Off Champions.

A new school entrance was placed on the northern boundary. 1 The Primary School team won the HRIS athletics. 2 Students staged The Caucasian Chalk Circle.

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

The Year 9 dance troupe that won the Sydney Eisteddfod also won the Dance of Champions event.

For the first time at SCAS, some students achieved Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Awards.

Wellness Week was first held, including the Dance Off.

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2016 1

School enrolments numbered 1,035 students

Visitors to SCAS identify the School as a very happy place. The students are keen to belong to the school and warmly greet the staff at every opportunity. There is a positive community spirit shared by students, parents, staff and Council.

An indigenous dance troupe was formed.

The Iona Sports Club was established.

Rev. Duncan McArthur, Chaplain 2002–17

The school purchased the Diocese of Grafton’s share of the Columba Cottage Early Learning Centre joint venture.

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Play areas were upgraded at the Columba Cottage Early Learning Centre.

Charles Sturt University opened another campus in Port Macquarie, this one being adjacent to SCAS. The first cultural tour to Japan took place, involving years 5 and 6.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream was performed. 1 A group of students and teachers travelled to Fiji to undertake voluntary work. 3 The SCAS Dance Company was established. 2

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2016 1

School enrolments numbered 1,035 students

Visitors to SCAS identify the School as a very happy place. The students are keen to belong to the school and warmly greet the staff at every opportunity. There is a positive community spirit shared by students, parents, staff and Council.

An indigenous dance troupe was formed.

The Iona Sports Club was established.

Rev. Duncan McArthur, Chaplain 2002–17

The school purchased the Diocese of Grafton’s share of the Columba Cottage Early Learning Centre joint venture.

2

Play areas were upgraded at the Columba Cottage Early Learning Centre.

Charles Sturt University opened another campus in Port Macquarie, this one being adjacent to SCAS. The first cultural tour to Japan took place, involving years 5 and 6.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream was performed. 1 A group of students and teachers travelled to Fiji to undertake voluntary work. 3 The SCAS Dance Company was established. 2

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Geoff Lancaster left, after nearly ten years in senior staff roles.

SCAS Foundation, created to support philanthropy and fundraising, held its inaugural meeting.

The Dawson Library was renovated.

The Iona Talented Athlete Program was instituted.

A Cambodia Service Learning excursion was first held in 2017. 1

Rev. Duncan McArthur’s fifteen years of faithful service to our community has led to a particular ‘family culture’ or ‘heritage’ here at SCAS. It isn’t one of blind acceptance, but one of rigorous, thoughtful and intelligent interaction with spirituality.

Rev. Paul Hodge, Chaplain, 2017–20

Geoff Lancaster has run, swum, trekked, danced, shot hoops, counselled, prayed, coded and taught with the best of us. His warm smile and caring personality will be missed.

2018

2017

Duncan McArthur stepped down as Chaplain after sixteen years in the role.

The Performing Arts Centre of Excellence opened. It included a theatre, teaching and tutorial spaces, a vocal studio, instrumental rehearsal room, dance studio, drama room, offices and Iona Café. 1 Refurbishment and upgrading of the Trade Training Centre.

The Iona Fusion team won the Macquarie University robotics competition, ‘Duel Down Under’. 4 School teams won the Arts section and came second in the Social Sciences section at the international Tournament of Minds Australasian Pacific final in Darwin. 2 Two chess teams won their sections in the NSW Chess Championships.

Netball and football teams entered local community competitions via the Iona Sports Club.

The Football Academy program was launched. 3 A group of SCAS students, parents and teachers joined people from two other schools to hike the Kokoda Trail.

Six new senior staff roles were introduced: Director of Teaching and Learning, Director of Professional Learning, Director of Wellbeing, Director of Humanities, Director of STEAM, Director of Performing Arts.

The Chamber Choir performed at Carnegie Hall in New York and featured in a sixpart documentary series.

Allan Guihot, staff 2003–present, Deputy Principal since 2008 1

Foundation Chair Rev. Dr John Barrett retired.

Shannon Rosewood commenced as Head of Primary.

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Geoff Lancaster left, after nearly ten years in senior staff roles.

SCAS Foundation, created to support philanthropy and fundraising, held its inaugural meeting.

The Dawson Library was renovated.

The Iona Talented Athlete Program was instituted.

A Cambodia Service Learning excursion was first held in 2017. 1

Rev. Duncan McArthur’s fifteen years of faithful service to our community has led to a particular ‘family culture’ or ‘heritage’ here at SCAS. It isn’t one of blind acceptance, but one of rigorous, thoughtful and intelligent interaction with spirituality.

Rev. Paul Hodge, Chaplain, 2017–20

Geoff Lancaster has run, swum, trekked, danced, shot hoops, counselled, prayed, coded and taught with the best of us. His warm smile and caring personality will be missed.

2018

2017

Duncan McArthur stepped down as Chaplain after sixteen years in the role.

The Performing Arts Centre of Excellence opened. It included a theatre, teaching and tutorial spaces, a vocal studio, instrumental rehearsal room, dance studio, drama room, offices and Iona Café. 1 Refurbishment and upgrading of the Trade Training Centre.

The Iona Fusion team won the Macquarie University robotics competition, ‘Duel Down Under’. 4 School teams won the Arts section and came second in the Social Sciences section at the international Tournament of Minds Australasian Pacific final in Darwin. 2 Two chess teams won their sections in the NSW Chess Championships.

Netball and football teams entered local community competitions via the Iona Sports Club.

The Football Academy program was launched. 3 A group of SCAS students, parents and teachers joined people from two other schools to hike the Kokoda Trail.

Six new senior staff roles were introduced: Director of Teaching and Learning, Director of Professional Learning, Director of Wellbeing, Director of Humanities, Director of STEAM, Director of Performing Arts.

The Chamber Choir performed at Carnegie Hall in New York and featured in a sixpart documentary series.

Allan Guihot, staff 2003–present, Deputy Principal since 2008 1

Foundation Chair Rev. Dr John Barrett retired.

Shannon Rosewood commenced as Head of Primary.

1

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

This trip has shown me the true meaning of mateship, sacrifice, courage and endurance.

Student Zali Clifton, who participated in the first school trip to the Kokoda Trail.

2

3

4

2019

The reality of this new Performing Arts Centre of Excellence, the most ambitious and expensive building undertaken by the school, has far exceeded the original plans drawn up at the birth of the school.

1

A New Year 12 Common Room was completed.

SCAS Council held the Inaugural Chairman’s Environment Forum.

The first whole-school Reconciliation Service was held with local Birpai Elders.

Performing Arts Hour was instigated with Primary School students.

SCAS staged Matilda The Musical. 1 A new student wellbeing structure was piloted for years 9 and 10 by dividing them into interest groups.

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

This trip has shown me the true meaning of mateship, sacrifice, courage and endurance.

Student Zali Clifton, who participated in the first school trip to the Kokoda Trail.

2

3

4

2019

The reality of this new Performing Arts Centre of Excellence, the most ambitious and expensive building undertaken by the school, has far exceeded the original plans drawn up at the birth of the school.

1

A New Year 12 Common Room was completed.

SCAS Council held the Inaugural Chairman’s Environment Forum.

The first whole-school Reconciliation Service was held with local Birpai Elders.

Performing Arts Hour was instigated with Primary School students.

SCAS staged Matilda The Musical. 1 A new student wellbeing structure was piloted for years 9 and 10 by dividing them into interest groups.

The Sustainability and Environmental Studies Centre opened and was named in honour of Dr Gordon Burch, Chair of School Council. 1

There was no rule book for this one. Yet the school community recalibrated its bearings adroitly to seek alternative ways of living as we sailed boldly into uncharted waters.

Allan Guihot, staff 2003–present, Deputy Principal since 2008

Stage 2 of Charles Sturt University was constructed next to the school.

Two inspiring music teachers, Mark Brown and Marie van Gend, left SCAS after sixteen and seventeen years’ service respectively.

Bruce Little retired after sixteen years in the role of foundation head of Primary School and then three years as a classroom teacher. Miranda Little, who worked in a variety of administrative roles, also retired.

After the terror and damage of the bushfires and the drought, we had hoped for a ‘normal’ year. Instead we were not only confronted by the COVID-19 pandemic but achieved national coverage as one of the first schools where a student tested positive for the virus.

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

The Camellia Flanagan Foundation was established.

Emma Bylsma commenced as Head of Secondary.

We are a community unlike any other … guided by a sense of local pride and purpose, cradled in a strong Christian ethos and practice.

Heather Norton, Deputy Principal 2004–07 and Board Chair 2020–present

1

Aerial photograph of SCAS, 2020

2020

The COVID-19 pandemic arrived in Australia. Most school sport, many excursions, some camps, several performances and many other special activities were cancelled, including Columba Day. Other annual events, such as Book Week, were held online.

The Sustainability and Environmental Studies Centre opened and was named in honour of Dr Gordon Burch, Chair of School Council. 1

There was no rule book for this one. Yet the school community recalibrated its bearings adroitly to seek alternative ways of living as we sailed boldly into uncharted waters.

Allan Guihot, staff 2003–present, Deputy Principal since 2008

Stage 2 of Charles Sturt University was constructed next to the school.

Two inspiring music teachers, Mark Brown and Marie van Gend, left SCAS after sixteen and seventeen years’ service respectively.

Bruce Little retired after sixteen years in the role of foundation head of Primary School and then three years as a classroom teacher. Miranda Little, who worked in a variety of administrative roles, also retired.

After the terror and damage of the bushfires and the drought, we had hoped for a ‘normal’ year. Instead we were not only confronted by the COVID-19 pandemic but achieved national coverage as one of the first schools where a student tested positive for the virus.

Terry Muldoon, Principal 2008–present

The Camellia Flanagan Foundation was established.

Emma Bylsma commenced as Head of Secondary.

We are a community unlike any other … guided by a sense of local pride and purpose, cradled in a strong Christian ethos and practice.

Heather Norton, Deputy Principal 2004–07 and Board Chair 2020–present

1

Aerial photograph of SCAS, 2020

2020

The COVID-19 pandemic arrived in Australia. Most school sport, many excursions, some camps, several performances and many other special activities were cancelled, including Columba Day. Other annual events, such as Book Week, were held online.

Student leadership teams led a successful donation drive for the St Thomas’s Soup Kitchen.

Year 5 students raised funds to purchase solar lights for students in Vanuatu to aid their evening homework preparation.

Our students are compassionate, courageous and curious and, over the past 20 years, have been willing SCAS ambassadors. They have entered adult life with determination to make a difference and have left a distinctive footprint in their fields of endeavour.

Heather Norton, Deputy Principal 2004–07 and Board Chair 2020–present

Captains and Duces

Students staged Les Misérables.

Dance off, 2021

2021

The COVID-19 pandemic continued to disrupt schooling and school events. The Book Week parade was held online, The Australian Ballet ran online workshops for students, and the Dance Showcase Movie Musicals was filmed and then screened at the local cinema.

School Captains 2007 Phoebe Blyth, Sam Higginson-Collits 2008 Cassandra Little, Max Mills 2009 Jarryd De Castro, Elly-Kate McEwan 2010 Ben Blyth, Genevieve Dinham 2011 Patrick Boyle, Laura Smith 2012 Floyd Cush, Amy Snow 2013 Lauren Benson, Samuel Packer 2014 Jack Begbie, Jessica Gray 2015 Aneeka Brownsberger, Lachlan Philpott 2016 Madeleine Brown, Samuel Killick 2017 Nicholas Kosmeier, Malki Senanayake 2018 Harley Coleman, Alexandra Hawes 2019 Abby-Rose Koch, Christopher Palin 2020 Mitchell Hardie, Emily Reynolds 2021 Tait McIntyre, George Teasdell

Duces 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021

Phoebe Blyth, Elanor Pitt Matthew Schofield Phoebe Blyth Matthew Schofield Elly-Kate McEwan Genevieve Dinham William Liaw Kirra Gregson Lauren Benson Melwin Nelapati Joshua Vardanega Angus Guihot Jade Derks Bridget Gaul Joshua Jones Hannah Jones Naomi Reed

Student leadership teams led a successful donation drive for the St Thomas’s Soup Kitchen.

Year 5 students raised funds to purchase solar lights for students in Vanuatu to aid their evening homework preparation.

Our students are compassionate, courageous and curious and, over the past 20 years, have been willing SCAS ambassadors. They have entered adult life with determination to make a difference and have left a distinctive footprint in their fields of endeavour.

Heather Norton, Deputy Principal 2004–07 and Board Chair 2020–present

Captains and Duces

Students staged Les Misérables.

Dance off, 2021

2021

The COVID-19 pandemic continued to disrupt schooling and school events. The Book Week parade was held online, The Australian Ballet ran online workshops for students, and the Dance Showcase Movie Musicals was filmed and then screened at the local cinema.

School Captains 2007 Phoebe Blyth, Sam Higginson-Collits 2008 Cassandra Little, Max Mills 2009 Jarryd De Castro, Elly-Kate McEwan 2010 Ben Blyth, Genevieve Dinham 2011 Patrick Boyle, Laura Smith 2012 Floyd Cush, Amy Snow 2013 Lauren Benson, Samuel Packer 2014 Jack Begbie, Jessica Gray 2015 Aneeka Brownsberger, Lachlan Philpott 2016 Madeleine Brown, Samuel Killick 2017 Nicholas Kosmeier, Malki Senanayake 2018 Harley Coleman, Alexandra Hawes 2019 Abby-Rose Koch, Christopher Palin 2020 Mitchell Hardie, Emily Reynolds 2021 Tait McIntyre, George Teasdell

Duces 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021

Phoebe Blyth, Elanor Pitt Matthew Schofield Phoebe Blyth Matthew Schofield Elly-Kate McEwan Genevieve Dinham William Liaw Kirra Gregson Lauren Benson Melwin Nelapati Joshua Vardanega Angus Guihot Jade Derks Bridget Gaul Joshua Jones Hannah Jones Naomi Reed

P & F Presidents, 2002–21 Loris Hendy, 2002–05 Stuart Harriott, 2006–07 Liz Chambers, 2008 Howard Durant, 2009–12 Belinda Morrison, 2013–14 Cheryl Rine, 2015–16 Nathan Cooke, 2017–18 Sandra Hollins, 2019–20 Brooke Maggs, 2021–present

Council/Board members

SCAS Award and P&F

SCAS Award winners 2005 Phoebe Blyth 2006 Elanor Pitt 2007 Jamie-Lee McDonald 2008 Cassandra Little 2009 Tamara Hanna 2010 Alexandra Siegers 2011 Peter Hingston 2012 Oscar Pannifex 2013 Gabrielle Biltris 2014 Olivia Peck 2015 Alex Kroon 2016 Madeleine Brown 2017 Jane Whalan 2018 Emily Brown 2019 Abby-Rose Koch 2020 Anneliese Cains 2021 Jesse Beard

School Council/Board members, 1999–2021 Rev. Canon Dr John Barrett, 1999–2018 (Chair, 1999–2018) Dr Stephen Begbie, 2012–present Dr Gordon Burch, 2008–20 (Chair, 2018–20) David Crofts, 2013–present Jennifer Crofts, 2013–present Andrina Dawson, 1999–2017 Alan Deutschbein, 1999–2016 Howard Durant, 2010–19 Michelle Flamish, 2008–10 Chen Gaul, 2014–present Bishop Murray Harvey, 2018–present Loris Hendy, 2007–17 Syd Hopkins, 2008–10 Bishop Philip Huggins, 1999–2003 Julia Jenkins, 2002–07 Rev. Dr David Jones, 1999–2008 Graeme Kightley, 2019–present Rev. Duncan McArthur, 1999–2001 Jim McIntyre, 2021–present Bishop Sarah Macneil, 2014–18 Brian Manton, 2004–07 Heather Norton, 2019–present (Chair 2020–present) Bruce Nosworthy, 1999–2013 Michael Pauling, 2002–09 Susan Phillips, 2002–08 David Rogers, 1999–2004 Olivia Sakamoto, 2016–19 Bishop Keith Slater, 2003–13 Dr Allison Stanfield, 2017–present Archdeacon Stuart Webb, 2017–present School Council, 2010: Front row, Loris Hendy, Ven. John West, 2009–16 Rev. Canon Dr John Barrett, Andrina Dawson; back row, Bruce Nosworthy, Rev. John West, Ian Wilbore, 2016–present Dr Gordon Burch, Howard Durant, Alan Deutschbein

P & F Presidents, 2002–21 Loris Hendy, 2002–05 Stuart Harriott, 2006–07 Liz Chambers, 2008 Howard Durant, 2009–12 Belinda Morrison, 2013–14 Cheryl Rine, 2015–16 Nathan Cooke, 2017–18 Sandra Hollins, 2019–20 Brooke Maggs, 2021–present

Council/Board members

SCAS Award and P&F

SCAS Award winners 2005 Phoebe Blyth 2006 Elanor Pitt 2007 Jamie-Lee McDonald 2008 Cassandra Little 2009 Tamara Hanna 2010 Alexandra Siegers 2011 Peter Hingston 2012 Oscar Pannifex 2013 Gabrielle Biltris 2014 Olivia Peck 2015 Alex Kroon 2016 Madeleine Brown 2017 Jane Whalan 2018 Emily Brown 2019 Abby-Rose Koch 2020 Anneliese Cains 2021 Jesse Beard

School Council/Board members, 1999–2021 Rev. Canon Dr John Barrett, 1999–2018 (Chair, 1999–2018) Dr Stephen Begbie, 2012–present Dr Gordon Burch, 2008–20 (Chair, 2018–20) David Crofts, 2013–present Jennifer Crofts, 2013–present Andrina Dawson, 1999–2017 Alan Deutschbein, 1999–2016 Howard Durant, 2010–19 Michelle Flamish, 2008–10 Chen Gaul, 2014–present Bishop Murray Harvey, 2018–present Loris Hendy, 2007–17 Syd Hopkins, 2008–10 Bishop Philip Huggins, 1999–2003 Julia Jenkins, 2002–07 Rev. Dr David Jones, 1999–2008 Graeme Kightley, 2019–present Rev. Duncan McArthur, 1999–2001 Jim McIntyre, 2021–present Bishop Sarah Macneil, 2014–18 Brian Manton, 2004–07 Heather Norton, 2019–present (Chair 2020–present) Bruce Nosworthy, 1999–2013 Michael Pauling, 2002–09 Susan Phillips, 2002–08 David Rogers, 1999–2004 Olivia Sakamoto, 2016–19 Bishop Keith Slater, 2003–13 Dr Allison Stanfield, 2017–present Archdeacon Stuart Webb, 2017–present School Council, 2010: Front row, Loris Hendy, Ven. John West, 2009–16 Rev. Canon Dr John Barrett, Andrina Dawson; back row, Bruce Nosworthy, Rev. John West, Ian Wilbore, 2016–present Dr Gordon Burch, Howard Durant, Alan Deutschbein

Staff 2001-21

Alphabetical roll call of staff, 2001–21 (We apologise for any omissions.)

Michael Acland, Kayla Arthur, Sarah Askell, Karen Bable, Darren Bagley, Libby Baker, Shelly Baker, Trevor Barber, Emily Barkway, Laura Barlow, Laurence Barlow, Joshua Barnett, David Beard, Jodie Beard, Julie Beard, Paul Beaver, Richard Benn, Stacey Bennetts, Kenneth Benson, Anne Bentley, Lisa Bird, Linda Bishop, Andrew Blackmore, Penelope Blyth, Meredi Bower, Christine Bowring, Christopher Bradley, Haley Branch, Kathleen Brazel, Andrew Broadley, Leanne Broadley, Mark Brown, Barbara Bruce, David Bruce, Aaron Bruggemann, Brielle Bundy, Fiona Bush, Craig Bushe, Stephanie Cairns, William Canning, Tracy Cannon, Anna Carswell, Phillipa Catlin, John Chambers, Julie Chambers, Liz Chambers, Clare Chapman, Katherine Cherry-Wilson, Susanna Christie, Lasallian Ciampa, Livi Clancy, Stephen Clancy, Skye Clark, Andrew Clarke, Gary Clifton, Jennifer Clifton, Debra Coghlan, Diana Collins, Carmel Connelly, Angela Connerty, Tara Cooke, Amanda Cooper, Emma Cooper, Julie Cooper, Sarah Cooper, Vanessa Copley, Amy Corrigan, Tristan Coward, Teresa Cox, Thomas Craddock, Morgan Critchley, Stuart Cuckson, Georgia Cummins, Katie Curry, Chantelle Dagger, Tiahne Daniel, Donna Davy, Chris Delaney, Robert Denham, Dane Dickson, Cheryl Dimmock, Tracy Diplock, Hannah Dobos, Mark Dolbel, Kahrina Dorczak, Emma Doyle, Julie Drake, Joanne Duncan, Meridith Ebbs, Jacob Edmunds, Heidi Edward, Claire Edwards, Michael Eichler, Sarah Elliott, Mary Ellis, Tresna Elsom, Rebekah Erga, Amy Finnecy, Peter Fletcher, Margaret Foran, Teresa Foran, Roslyn Fuhrer, Nicola Gallace, Fiona George, Kristy George, Janet Geronimi, Peter Geronimi, Tricia Gibson, Rebecca Gillespie, Simone Gillett, Kathy Gilmour, Sonya Goldsmith, Rosalie Goodie, Lisa Gooding, Jaana Gray, Natalie Green, Jodie Griffin, Catherine Grootenboer, Tim Grootenboer, David Grundy, Hannah Grundy, Allan Guihot, Michelle Gunter, Catherine Hall, Kellie Hall, Amy Halliday, Emily Hamblin, Lee Hancock, Mel Hanger, Elizabeth Hanna, Marcia Hardy, Laura Harris, Andrew Harrison, Tony Harrison, Janene Harwood, Matthew Hayden, Janine Haywood, Caroline Hazelton, Scott Hazelton, Malcolm Head, Kathleen Heazlewood, Narelle Hensley, Gregory Hickey, Marten Hilberts, Lauren Hill, Paul Hodge, Janette Holland, Emily Hore, Lisa Horrigan, Gayle Houlahan, Liza Howard, Sian Hunt, Allister Hunziker, Donna Hurst, John Hurst, Kate Hutchison, Julie Imrie, David James, Justine Jeffery, Amber Jenkins, Julia Jenkins, Greg Jennings, Luke Jogever, Jason Johnson, Louise Johnson, Taryn Johnston, Luke Jones, Sarah Jones, Tony Judge, Tim Kallmier, Henry Kavale, Kieran Keane, Daniel Kelly, Shelly Kelly, Debra Kenworthy, Celia Kershaw, Ann-Kathrin Kiehn, Courtney Krahe, Ella Lakin, Nathan Lamb, Catherine Lancaster, Geoff Lancaster, Tracey Latham, Mahni Lewis, Malee Lipman, Bruce Little, Miranda Little, Natalie Littler, Rebecca Lockley, Brianna

Lukes, Robert Lund, Vicki Lund, Jacinta Lunn, Duncan McArthur, Hayden McDonald, Ian McDonald, Wendy McKinlay, Bianca McLean, Laura Maclean, Chantel McNair, Erin Magann, Kerrie Malikoff, Justine Malinowski, Shelley Malvern, Ingrid Manns, Stephen Mansfield, Steve Mantle, Danika Martin, Victoria Mascord, Penny Meyer, Daniel Miller, Kevin Mills, Isabella Mistry, Pam Moodie, Christine Moore, Roxanne Montgomery, Michelle Morris, Chris Moss, Debbie Muir, Terry Muldoon, Amy Munro, Justin Munro, Mekayla Newell, Kristie Newman, Heather Norton, Karen Nicholls, Christine Nicholson, Claire Nicholson, Kieran Nolan, Jodie O’Brien, Benjamin Offereins, Jill Oliver, Ashleigh Olsen, Daniel O’Mullane, Jenny Oppedisano, Marissa Orley, Trevor Page, Mary-Ann Parer, Rylee Parry, Stephanie Pattinson, Kym Peir, Chantelle Perkins, Christina Petrow, Andrew Philpott, Jennifer Pike, Susanne Pike, Tracey Pirlo, Shirley Pitcher, Gaye Pitt, Chris Pitt, Danielle Power, Elisa Pringle, Karen Proud, Gemma Rainger, Tahnee Rayward, Ann Reardon, Tarryn Renshaw, Elizabeth Reynolds, Warren Reynolds, Alison Richards, Luke Richards, Matthew Richards, Janene Rikmanis, Paul Rikmanis, Alexander Rivas, Aaron Rodriquez, Kylie Rosenbaum, Shannon Rosewood, Meg Ryan, Miha Saito, Yoshiya Sakamoto, Lorrae Sampson, Annabel Scarr, Tracey Scaysbrook, Kim Schofield, Kyle Schofield, Debra Sherwood, Roger Shipton, Adam Sinclair, Clare Southwell-Keely, Janelle Spence, Taisha Steep, Janine Stewart, Andrew Stinson, Elissa Strahley, Terese Sullivan, Vicki Taylor, Chris Tejcek, Debra Templeton, James Terrett, Brianna Thomas, Jenni Thomas, Barbara Thompson, Erin Thompson, Jennifer Tooby, Joanne Tseris, Benjamin Turnbull, Andrew Turner, Lauren van Den Burg, Cheryl Vanderveer, Marie van Gend, Angela Van Zeeland, Bronwyn Vickers, Emma Walker, Justyn Walker, Sarah Wallace, Kylie Wallis, Jennifer Watkins, Peta Watters, Daniel Watts, Elizabeth Watts, Andrew West, Kimberley Whitehouse, Chantelle Wilkinson, Holly Williams, John Williams, Jennifer Wills, Don Wilson, Oliver Wood, Mark Woodhart, Michael Worth, Jane Wren, Chanelle Wrigley, Thomas Zagami, Daniel Zavone.

Staff 2001-21

Alphabetical roll call of staff, 2001–21 (We apologise for any omissions.)

Michael Acland, Kayla Arthur, Sarah Askell, Karen Bable, Darren Bagley, Libby Baker, Shelly Baker, Trevor Barber, Emily Barkway, Laura Barlow, Laurence Barlow, Joshua Barnett, David Beard, Jodie Beard, Julie Beard, Paul Beaver, Richard Benn, Stacey Bennetts, Kenneth Benson, Anne Bentley, Lisa Bird, Linda Bishop, Andrew Blackmore, Penelope Blyth, Meredi Bower, Christine Bowring, Christopher Bradley, Haley Branch, Kathleen Brazel, Andrew Broadley, Leanne Broadley, Mark Brown, Barbara Bruce, David Bruce, Aaron Bruggemann, Brielle Bundy, Fiona Bush, Craig Bushe, Stephanie Cairns, William Canning, Tracy Cannon, Anna Carswell, Phillipa Catlin, John Chambers, Julie Chambers, Liz Chambers, Clare Chapman, Katherine Cherry-Wilson, Susanna Christie, Lasallian Ciampa, Livi Clancy, Stephen Clancy, Skye Clark, Andrew Clarke, Gary Clifton, Jennifer Clifton, Debra Coghlan, Diana Collins, Carmel Connelly, Angela Connerty, Tara Cooke, Amanda Cooper, Emma Cooper, Julie Cooper, Sarah Cooper, Vanessa Copley, Amy Corrigan, Tristan Coward, Teresa Cox, Thomas Craddock, Morgan Critchley, Stuart Cuckson, Georgia Cummins, Katie Curry, Chantelle Dagger, Tiahne Daniel, Donna Davy, Chris Delaney, Robert Denham, Dane Dickson, Cheryl Dimmock, Tracy Diplock, Hannah Dobos, Mark Dolbel, Kahrina Dorczak, Emma Doyle, Julie Drake, Joanne Duncan, Meridith Ebbs, Jacob Edmunds, Heidi Edward, Claire Edwards, Michael Eichler, Sarah Elliott, Mary Ellis, Tresna Elsom, Rebekah Erga, Amy Finnecy, Peter Fletcher, Margaret Foran, Teresa Foran, Roslyn Fuhrer, Nicola Gallace, Fiona George, Kristy George, Janet Geronimi, Peter Geronimi, Tricia Gibson, Rebecca Gillespie, Simone Gillett, Kathy Gilmour, Sonya Goldsmith, Rosalie Goodie, Lisa Gooding, Jaana Gray, Natalie Green, Jodie Griffin, Catherine Grootenboer, Tim Grootenboer, David Grundy, Hannah Grundy, Allan Guihot, Michelle Gunter, Catherine Hall, Kellie Hall, Amy Halliday, Emily Hamblin, Lee Hancock, Mel Hanger, Elizabeth Hanna, Marcia Hardy, Laura Harris, Andrew Harrison, Tony Harrison, Janene Harwood, Matthew Hayden, Janine Haywood, Caroline Hazelton, Scott Hazelton, Malcolm Head, Kathleen Heazlewood, Narelle Hensley, Gregory Hickey, Marten Hilberts, Lauren Hill, Paul Hodge, Janette Holland, Emily Hore, Lisa Horrigan, Gayle Houlahan, Liza Howard, Sian Hunt, Allister Hunziker, Donna Hurst, John Hurst, Kate Hutchison, Julie Imrie, David James, Justine Jeffery, Amber Jenkins, Julia Jenkins, Greg Jennings, Luke Jogever, Jason Johnson, Louise Johnson, Taryn Johnston, Luke Jones, Sarah Jones, Tony Judge, Tim Kallmier, Henry Kavale, Kieran Keane, Daniel Kelly, Shelly Kelly, Debra Kenworthy, Celia Kershaw, Ann-Kathrin Kiehn, Courtney Krahe, Ella Lakin, Nathan Lamb, Catherine Lancaster, Geoff Lancaster, Tracey Latham, Mahni Lewis, Malee Lipman, Bruce Little, Miranda Little, Natalie Littler, Rebecca Lockley, Brianna

Lukes, Robert Lund, Vicki Lund, Jacinta Lunn, Duncan McArthur, Hayden McDonald, Ian McDonald, Wendy McKinlay, Bianca McLean, Laura Maclean, Chantel McNair, Erin Magann, Kerrie Malikoff, Justine Malinowski, Shelley Malvern, Ingrid Manns, Stephen Mansfield, Steve Mantle, Danika Martin, Victoria Mascord, Penny Meyer, Daniel Miller, Kevin Mills, Isabella Mistry, Pam Moodie, Christine Moore, Roxanne Montgomery, Michelle Morris, Chris Moss, Debbie Muir, Terry Muldoon, Amy Munro, Justin Munro, Mekayla Newell, Kristie Newman, Heather Norton, Karen Nicholls, Christine Nicholson, Claire Nicholson, Kieran Nolan, Jodie O’Brien, Benjamin Offereins, Jill Oliver, Ashleigh Olsen, Daniel O’Mullane, Jenny Oppedisano, Marissa Orley, Trevor Page, Mary-Ann Parer, Rylee Parry, Stephanie Pattinson, Kym Peir, Chantelle Perkins, Christina Petrow, Andrew Philpott, Jennifer Pike, Susanne Pike, Tracey Pirlo, Shirley Pitcher, Gaye Pitt, Chris Pitt, Danielle Power, Elisa Pringle, Karen Proud, Gemma Rainger, Tahnee Rayward, Ann Reardon, Tarryn Renshaw, Elizabeth Reynolds, Warren Reynolds, Alison Richards, Luke Richards, Matthew Richards, Janene Rikmanis, Paul Rikmanis, Alexander Rivas, Aaron Rodriquez, Kylie Rosenbaum, Shannon Rosewood, Meg Ryan, Miha Saito, Yoshiya Sakamoto, Lorrae Sampson, Annabel Scarr, Tracey Scaysbrook, Kim Schofield, Kyle Schofield, Debra Sherwood, Roger Shipton, Adam Sinclair, Clare Southwell-Keely, Janelle Spence, Taisha Steep, Janine Stewart, Andrew Stinson, Elissa Strahley, Terese Sullivan, Vicki Taylor, Chris Tejcek, Debra Templeton, James Terrett, Brianna Thomas, Jenni Thomas, Barbara Thompson, Erin Thompson, Jennifer Tooby, Joanne Tseris, Benjamin Turnbull, Andrew Turner, Lauren van Den Burg, Cheryl Vanderveer, Marie van Gend, Angela Van Zeeland, Bronwyn Vickers, Emma Walker, Justyn Walker, Sarah Wallace, Kylie Wallis, Jennifer Watkins, Peta Watters, Daniel Watts, Elizabeth Watts, Andrew West, Kimberley Whitehouse, Chantelle Wilkinson, Holly Williams, John Williams, Jennifer Wills, Don Wilson, Oliver Wood, Mark Woodhart, Michael Worth, Jane Wren, Chanelle Wrigley, Thomas Zagami, Daniel Zavone.

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