Grammar Gazette-Issue 1, 2021

A Remarkable Gift One day to make a lifetime’s difference

Ms Georgina Anthonisz Director of Development and Alumnae Relations

For 146 years, Girls Grammar has educated and inspired girls to believe in themselves and take their place in the world.

Means-tested bursaries play a critical role in creating a diverse educational experience, providing vital financial support to deserving youngwomen froma variety of backgrounds, cultures and communities who would not otherwise be able to attend Brisbane Girls Grammar School Lacey Filipich (White, 1999) received the Maria Sulima Bursary, which enabled her to complete her secondary schooling at Girls Grammar She excelled, committing to her academic studies and particularly enjoying Science and Maths classes After leaving BGGS, Lacey graduated as valedictorian from The University of Queensland with an Honours degree in Chemical Engineering, and embraced a career in mining However, having been an avid entrepreneur since a child, Lacey ultimately elected to harness her interest and skills in financial management and education to help others achieve financial independence. She is the founder and director of two successful education businesses—Money School and Maker Kids Club—and regularly lectures on financial literacy to a range of businesses, universities and schools With the life-changing opportunity of a Girls Grammar bursary, capable, motivated girls can explore their true potential and a whole world of possibilities None of this can be achieved without the generous support of our caring community—alumnae, parents, staff, students and friends of BGGS who share our commitment to access, equity and diversity On Wednesday 18 August we are launching our very first BGGS Giving Day, and we invite everyone in our community to come together to share the incredible gift of education ■

‘I left school feeling empowered and capable, and the perception that engineering was a man’s world was no deterrent to me. Being awarded a bursary was a turning point in my life. I would not have had the opportunity to attend Girls Grammar without it, and without my time at Girls Grammar, I would not be the person I am today.’ —Lacey Filipich (White, 1999)

One day really can make a difference. Be part of something remarkable and join us on our inaugural Giving Day to raise funds to support bursaries on Wednesday 18 August. — Charidy.com/BGGS

above Lacey Filipich (White, 1999)

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Issue 1, 2021