2023 Annual Review

‘ Although we can strive for our own personal success, being a Grammar Girl means that you are also always there to support each other.’

And to our parents and families, we know that this voyage may have left you feeling a little seasick at times but we hope that you have formed some precious memories along the way. We are grateful for the opportunity you have given us to be a part of this special community. Being at Girls Grammar truly has been as much about the journey as the destination. It seems as though there is a history of nautical metaphors at School. In June 1927, then Principal, Miss Katherine Lilley wrote in the School magazine, ‘Our lives unknown and mysterious, lie before us. We are truly frail barks, setting out for an unknown harbour … While at School we must remember that we are here to fit ourselves for the journey and to arm ourselves with knowledge that will help us to live worthier and more useful lives.’ 2023 at Brisbane Girls Grammar School will be remembered as a year when spirit was valued over self-interest and enthusiasm was just as important as outcome. The energy and dedication exhibited by all members of our Grammar community has shown us the great things that can be achieved when we Embody the Blue, Blaze it Through.

You are more than a figure head—you are our role model. You unashamedly champion intellectual integrity and moral courage and encourage us not to be embarrassed by our talents and ambitions. We are energised by your optimism and your contagious confidence. The crew of our ship are the teachers and staff whose efforts keep us all afloat. The most splendid classrooms in the world are worthless unless they are filled by caring teachers who can inspire curiosity, persistence and intellectual rigour. We are grateful for all you do for us and we realise that hand-in-hand with your qualifications is a passionate commitment to our wellbeing. To the students of Grammar, our fellow passengers in 2023, we can’t thank you enough for your energy, enthusiasm and loyalty. You have constantly inspired us to try harder and work smarter. We know that you will show the same support to Aoife and Iha as your Head Girls in 2024. For some of us, our journey is coming to an end and we are about to disembark. The Year 12 cohort will take special memories of the six years we have spent together. We have studied for exams, played sport and been in debates and plays and concerts together. Thank you for the confidence you have shown in us and for the support and encouragement you have given Student Council in 2023.

BRISBANE GIRLS GRAMMAR SCHOOL ANNUAL REVIEW 2023

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