In Focus
Update from the Head of Junior School
I have already begun my Prep 2020 interviews and inevitably, the parents and I end up talking about reading. Many parents are worried that their child should be ‘reading ready’ as they enter Prep next year. What does this mean? I talk a lot about the importance of reading to your child every day. We … Continued
HPV Squad Continues to Perform
The St Margaret’s and Berwick Grammar School HPV and Cycling Squad entered 10 teams into round two of the Victorian HPV Series. 60 students participated alongside 12 former students and parents, bringing our total number of participants to 72! Our junior squad members were represented in two of our teams competing in the six hour … Continued
Creative Thinking
Creative Thinking is one of the secondary school’s Learning Behaviours; a set of characteristics demonstrated by people that will support them in their learning and allow them to become better learners. What is creative thinking, and why is it important? Most people associate creativity with artistic tasks such as writing a novel, painting a picture, … Continued
Virtute et Labore
Recently I had the good fortune to hear an address by Order of Australia recipient Dr Elizabeth Finkel. She started her astounding career as a biochemist, who went from her own research in science, to narrating the stories of other scientists, as a journalist and author. Dr Finkel addressed some 300 graduands at their graduation … Continued
Character Education – St Margaret’s and Berwick Grammar School
‘Character in the long run is the decisive factor in the life of an individual and nations alike.’ Theodore Roosevelt. If ever I am in need of a dose of wisdom for the ages, I turn to my trust collection of Theodore Roosevelt quotes. Another favourite caught my eye this morning as I bemoaned the … Continued
SIS Representation at the Swimming Championships
On Monday 13 May, Year 9 student Fletcher Kaintz did BGS proud and represented the SIS in the 2019 Victorian Sports Association Championships (VSAC) Swimming Championships. Fletcher was selected for this carnival by having the fastest time from both SIS Division A and B carnivals in his 2 events. Fletcher competed in the under 15/16 … Continued
Year 9 Endeavour
Year 9 student, Eisak Tabensky recently delivered his address below at Assembly. ‘For the duration of a week, the St Margaret’s and Berwick Grammar School Year 9 Cohort went on an alpine hiking expedition through the Mt Stirling area as part of the Endeavour program. In six groups of approximately 14 people we hiked, camped, … Continued
Author Michael Pryor – Fantasy writing workshop!
On Wednesday 15 May we were privileged to have Michael Pryor, author of a staggering 39 novels deliver workshops to our Year 8 students. Michael taught the boys what good writers do and shared a number of secrets that successful writers employ. Michael spent two lessons with the boys methodically taking them through the process … Continued
Resilience
Year 10 Student, Patrick Mohanraj’s shares is speech which he recently delivered to his fellow student on Resilience and his experience whilst on Work Experience. ‘Life is an amazing gift. We get to experience so many different things as human beings and we often take it for granted. Fond memories, friendships, new experiences, the list … Continued
VCAA Plain English Speaking Awards
On Monday 20 May, St Margaret’s and Berwick Grammar School participated in the Regional Finals for the Plain English Speaking Awards, which was kindly hosted for the first time by Mentone Girls’ Grammar School. This competition encourages students to research and prepare a speech in accessible English, on an issue that they are passionate about. … Continued
Product Design Technology
This year the boys of Mr Tchapkanski’s Product Design Technology class have taken their imaginations to the next level. Hard at work developing ideas for their one of a kind creation for their Units 3 and 4 Product Design class, Daniel Peart has started off the year with some incredible designs that bring forth a … Continued
Life Skills Endeavour
During Year 9 Endeavour the boys have been exploring all manner of life skills. To date this semester the boys that have not been on community service have been looking at: What it means to be mentally healthy including having a go at yoga! It was probably the noisiest yoga class I have ever done … Continued
