In Focus
What a Start for Campbell
Campbell House is both familiar and different in 2019 – the girls continue to strive for their personal best in all aspects of their school life, but also push themselves outside of their comfort zone to become closer to those in other year levels. An obvious sense of energy and newness abounds. We welcome many … Continued
From the Vice Principal – Dr Middleton – 15 February 2019
A wonderfully warm and hearty welcome to all Berwick Grammar School families at the start of 2019. A particularly strong welcome to families joining us here for the first time. This is a wonderful community and one that thrives on the quality of people it attracts. May I just say that it has been an … Continued
Alex Kraan – Emergent 2018: VCE Graduate Showcase
Each year, The Emergent: VCE Graduate Exhibition held by the City of Casey at Bunjil Place, celebrates the best in young peoples’ artistic endeavours. The selection process is vigorous, and this year Alex Kraan was selected as one of the exhibitors. Alex, who completed Units 3 and 4 – Product Design and Technology as a … Continued
Welcome to BGS
Our new Year 7 students had a brilliant and busy beginning to the year – getting to know their peers in the House in their first few days of school, and also having time to bond with their Year Level on camp in Week 2. Many different positive elements have stood out to the boys … Continued
Lake Eildon Experience
Our 2019 Year 7 cohort set off to Lake Eildon for the first OEG (Outdoor Education Group) camp and was an excellent opportunity for the boys to get to know each other. They were introduced to the basics of outback survival, including waterproofing gear and knowing what to pack to survive comfortably in Australian nature. … Continued
G’day Space
10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1… blastoff! December 2018 saw the inaugural expedition of a group of BGS and SMS student to the USA for a STEM immersion. 10 students ranging in age from 16 to 18 had the opportunity to visit the Kennedy Space Centre in Orlando, USA. Here they … Continued
Richards House
With Head of House Mr Ashcroft absent with a serious Achilles tendon injury, it has been the task of staff and students in Richards House to show the courage, teamwork and determination that won them the House Cup last year. Despite his absence, Richards House students have made a magnificent start to the year, embracing … Continued
Forsyth Start of Year
Gold is the colour of winners, and students in Forsyth have begun the year with a winning attitude. The new home in the old Senior Building is currently being re-designed to allow for a warm and homely environment. The first target was the old Year 11 Common Room, now the Forsyth Common Room known as … Continued
What does it mean to be a Battye Bulldog?
This is the question that all members of Battye House have been exploring over the first few weeks of Term during our House Mentor sessions. The boys are working on a House Mission and Vision statement, which will also include values that the boys in Battye will live by whilst participating in House activities. Our … Continued
From the Principal – 17 December 2018
Dear St Margaret’s and Berwick Grammar Community, It is the end of a very busy year that has involved much work on behalf of Council, students, staff and the broader community. I am pleased to say that we are finishing the year in a strengthened position in terms of programs, structures, finances, and enrolments. St … Continued
Celebrating VCE Success
At St Margaret’s and Berwick Grammar School we strive to be our best selves, now and in the future, for the betterment of all humanity and the planet. In 2018 the students have worked towards achieving their best in all they do both inside the classroom and beyond. They have played sport, musical instruments, debated … Continued
Energy Breakthrough Success
The 2018 edition of the Energy Breakthrough was a success for the whole HPV squad. Our girls performed exceptionally well in all teams. Making up six of the eight riders in the Chrysaor team, Elizabeth Calder, Olivia Ford, Zali Gosling, Megan Keramidas, Chiara Lettieri and Claire Schreurs rode well to position the team to be … Continued
