Grammar Gazette - Issue 2, 2023

MS JACINDA EULER WELSH PRINCIPAL

The ESSENCE of a GIRLS GR A MM A R EDUC A TION LIVES ENRICHED BY LEARNING

A sk any teacher you know, and they will tell you that no two days in their professional life are the same. The ever-shifting circumstances that influence all of us play out in unpredictable ways—perhaps a forgotten lunch leaves a student feeling frustrated, a sick pet distracts another, or a complex abstract concept in art weighs heavy in the mind. Despite the most comprehensive curriculum designs, carefully considered lesson plans, or the detailed schedule of activities, ultimately the value and success of a teacher’s dedication relies on their ability to meet their students where they are, see them fully, not just as students, but as young people, and respond with enthusiasm, high expectations and kindness. This is no small feat.

In this edition of Gazette, we honour the School’s aspiration—the purpose that drives the unrelenting passion of our teachers and professional staff: to enrich the lives of our students through learning, inspiring them to go on to enrich the lives of others. This aim goes beyond the delivery of academic content and development of skills, to encouraging students to be inquisitive and adventurous, always open to learning from, and through, all of life’s experiences. Throughout the pages of this publication, we see clear evidence of the foundations of a lifelong love for learning. On page 4, see students inspired by the School’s 16th international Space Trip; on page 6, the School’s Gala Concert demonstrates the majesty and power of musical mastery; and on page

24, learn about the excitement of the School’s newest sport. Finally, towards the end of the magazine, I hope you enjoying reading the stories of many of the School’s alumnae, whose experiences at the School prompted unexpected adventures, rewarding careers, and sustaining connections. We trust that the decision to introduce Years 5 and 6 will be embraced by our community, knowing that we remain committed to the vision that has guided our school since 1875—the provision of a broad, liberal education for girls and young women.

ABOVE PRINCIPAL, MS JACINDA EULER WELSH, WITH THE STUDENT COUNCIL AT OPEN DAY

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