Home Edition 130, December 2019
Edition 130, December 2019
From the School Council
‘To lead is to serve’
A tribute to Mr Roy Kelley, 14th Headmaster of Melbourne Grammar School, who retires at the end 2019 after 11 years of distinguished service.
From the Headmaster
The end of a long innings
A reflection on life as Headmaster in contemporary society.
Highlights
The Headmaster I know
A personal reflection on the most admirable qualities of the retiring Headmaster.
From The Old Melburnians
We aim to ‘connect and grow’
The purpose of The Old Melburnians Council is to support OMs to connect and grow, according to the President of The Old Melburnians.
News Stories
Artist-in-Residence programme
The Artist-in-Residence programme has produced some unique and impactful artworks this year.
Spotlight shines on care and wellbeing
The Grimwade community took time out to focus on wellbeing during iCARE Week—a week that emphasised caring for ourselves and each other.
Sport results round-up
The Firsts teams performed exceedingly well this year. Find out all the results here.
Spotlight on Athletics
Athletics continues to be an important part of the Melbourne Grammar School Sport programme. Read more.
Holy pop culture references Batman. It’s a superhero mural!
Wadhurst staff and students have united to create a unique piece of artwork on the wall of a classroom. Read more
Discovering hidden strengths
Our Strong Girls workshop brought Grimwade girls together to discuss confidence and the many ways we can recognise and foster strength.
A propitious trip to Mauritius
Year 8 French students enjoyed an immersion in French language and Mauritian culture experience again this year.
Senior School Production
The Senior School August Production was ...(refer to headline!)
Winter walk a new legacy for LGR Society
Our first LGR Winter trip saw students cross 74 km of Central Australia, building leadership and self-reliance in the process.
Everybody needs good neighbours
Gaining insights into the customs of neighboring countries extended the learning of our Year 3 students this year. Read more.
Drumming up talent
Former Captain of Jazz, James Legg (OM 2011), returns to deliver a series of masterclasses and some useful advice as well.
Building collective support
The “Anticlockwisers” are bound by a shared history and by their commitment to support the future of our Indigenous students.
Continuing connections to the School
Simon Derham (OM 1973) highlights the importance of supporting the School so it can maintain relevance.
A FOG reflection on 2019
The Friends of Grammar Committees report on their busy year supporting the Melbourne Grammar School community.
A potted history of a medical breakthrough
Our School Archives includes a small pot. Its history is more significant than you might think.