Grammar Gazette- Issue 2, 2014

FROM THE CHAIR

was introduced, has there been such a signiflcant change for our School community When our newest students enter through the picket fence on Gregory Terrace in January next year, they will officially become part of a school that is rich in history and tradition and values the joy of learning, modern ideas and thoughtful insight. The introduction of Year 7 into the School has provided a real chance for us to reflect on those values and philosophres that define a Girls Grammar education, and that have steered us smoothly through our times of change and progress Coinciding with this momentous occasion, in 2015 we will celebrate our 140th year This will commence with the opening of our leading-edge Research Learning Centre, wrth its dedicated Year 7 outdoor area it rs this delicate balance between the old and new that signifles our School's belief that a contemporary way of learning and teaching can be achieved while invoking the spirit that has characterised the School for almost 140 years. While our buildrngs and people may change, our commitment to a high standard of education that enriches and develops girls remains steadfast The Board is ever mindful of this ethos of exceptional scholarship - inside and outside the classroom - as it looks ahead and works to ensure future generations enjoy the continued longevity of Brisbane Girls Grammar School I thank you for your ongoing support and do hope you will jorn me in welcoming the new, and honouring the old, tn 201,5.

AUTHOR Ms Eliza beth Ja meson Chair of the Board of Trustees (Head Girl, 1982)

.THE SECRET OF CHANGE IS TO FOCUS ALL OF YOUR ENERGY NOT ON FIGHTING THE OLD, BUT ON BUILDING THE NEW.' _ SOCRATES

It is with a sense of tremendous excitement and anticipation that I, and my fellow members of the Board of Trustees, contemplate what lies ahead for our great school and rts students and families As a former Girls Grammar student myself, I have witnessed, and been involved with, many of the School's major milestones over the past 30 years. It has been hearlening to see the way the Girls Grammar community has adapted to changte, embracing the new opportunities and possibilities afforded by decisions such as the acquisition of our own sports campus at Fig Tree Pocket and the appointment of a new Principal, Ms Jacinda Euier, last year. The School's strength, resilience and integrity have shone through with each of these changes So it is with confldence that we move into our next era and embrace the introduction of our :first cohort of Year 7 students in 201.5 Not since 1964, when '2nd Form' (or Year B)

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