2003 School Magazine

GIBSON THE CULTURE

Gibson girls had the spirit this Year as they jumped the on moving, Improving bandwagon. 'Be in it' was their instruction and the Phantom was their inspiration. All 125 girls were in it whether it be athletics, drama, cross cou ntry, swimming, choir, Open Day or House Party character The girls Got enthusiastic, Involved, had Big cheers, lots of up port, were utgoing and Never gave up. They embarked upon the Year to a jam packed, exciting first term with a bold statement thanks to their participation and level of enthusiasm at the House Party. This annual event proved again to be a highlight of the Year with the welcoming and settling in of the Year 85. Sporting loads of purple, fancy outfits and crazy hairdo's, the girls and teachers of Gibson House had the spirit There was not long to wait, or much school work to do, before the first of five Inter house events. The swimming carnival at Chandler brought out the best in us, with Danielle Gregory, Emma Herron, Lara Ulasowski and Amy Clarke winning their medley relay for the fifth Year running. Danielle Gregory must also be congratulated for being 17 Years a over Age Group Champion. Congratulations to SIgrid Mewing who was the 15 Years Age Champion. The magnificent effort, participation and fortitude of the girls resulted in a tremendous win for Gibson House Spirit and enthusiasm only increased as the weeks passed, with Inter house Drama drawing closer. Am anda Buckland did an outstanding job in controlling 20 orange- faced, green-haired 00mpa Loompa's. to produce a wonderful production of Charti^ and the Chocolate Factory. Eininie Will is' performance as Willy Wonka was one not

to be missed. Gibson again outdid themselves, and were awarded Silver for their performance Next on the agenda was the victorious inter house Cross Country. Gibson support and spirit were overwhelming, with Victoria Park covered in vast arrays of purple. Rachel Williams and Sigrid Mewing must be congratulated for their exceptional runs on the day After a well-needed Easter break, the Gibson girls were back and ready to face a short term. With the help of House breakfasts and chat sessions all girls performed well in their school endeavours. Term 111 came quickly, but lasted long. During athletics, Ekka Holiday, Open Day, and aCS Tests, Gibson girls were always there to join together and support each other The Athletics Carnival was a successful day with our Sports Captains, Prue Armstrong and Emma Herron doing a wonderful job Ashleigh Rabaglino, Kimberley Garner and Heather Douglas were also great new assets to Gibson House Open night arrived with a beautiful fairy light and lantern lit School, music presentations, colourful stalls and happy Grammar Girls. The Gibson Year 115, under the direction of Denise Cheung and Mr Holley designed and displayed an exotic strawberry patch where Gibson girls from all grades congregated to sell delicious strawberries and ice cream. The night was a huge success Thanks go-from the Year 125 to the-rest of the House for their support and understanding during the testing times of the aCS Tests. The Gibson spirit was evident and much appreciated during this week and

good luck is extended to the girls sitting their aCST in future Years Term IV marked the end of school and the Gibson family for the Year 125. With the inter house Choir Competition as our fifth and final activity, Sophie Michieletto and Clare Applegarth endeavoured to shine pure Gibson colours This year and its achievements would not have been possible without Mr Holley, Mr Davissen, Mrs Boltman, Ms Monteith, Ms Barrett and Mr Pennay. These teachers provided direction, purpose and guidance to all the girls in Gibson House and it was much appreciated by all. Thank You. To the present Year 115, make the most of Your final opportunity to shine under the lights of Brisbane Girls Grammar School, and under the wings of the Phantom To the present Year 10s, next Year is the time to grow and experience what it is like to be a senior student. Have fun, study hard and You will be happy girls To the present Year 95, You are now well and truly Grammar Girls. Hold Your heads high and power on. Show the world Gibson girls can do anything To the present Year 85, You have made it! You now know the tricks of the trade and we put it to You to help the future Year 125 to look out for and support next Year's Year 85 Personal thanks must also go to Lara Ulasowski and Mr Holley for their support and encouragement throughout the Year. I wish everyone the best of luck for the future an encourage a to aim for their dreams Good luck Gibson! Amy Clarke House Captain