Secondary School
Last week we celebrated the end of our Year Twelve cohort’s formal schooling. On Thursday we held our traditional water fight, breakfast with staff, and final House meetings.
On Friday we held our Year Twelve Chapel Service where we focused on gratitude followed by our formal Valedictory Assembly.
I thought I would share my speech with you below:
Good Morning; I would also like to extend my welcome to you all today. Somebody commented that we shouldn’t be surprised that so many people are here today now that we are post COVID but I think there may be more to it than that.
The Class of 2023 have been an absolute pleasure to work with. They somehow worked out quite early on in their journey, the enormous benefits of working with the school to help them set themselves up for their lives beyond Great Southern Grammar. They have been on board, built fantastic relationships with staff, and been amazing role models.
Some examples of how this looks include wonderful attendance and behaviour at the ball and associated events, incredible participation in the World’s Greatest Shave where they raised over $12000 for charity, and the integral role they played in the new school structure through Homeroom where they have connected with younger students and enhanced the feeling of belonging.
What stands out in my mind is the way that they have done all of this with a sense of fun. I leave every meeting with this group of young people laughing.
Now, please don’t think I have my rose-tinted glasses on; this group have definitely had their fair share of boundary pushing! We’ve had short skirts, loud boys, big earrings, hairy lips, interesting timekeeping and a determination to bring school bags to Maths in the afternoon but when challenged, this group have stepped up, every time. And every time we have needed to reach out to families, we have had wonderful support. We have worked together on academic pathways, injuries and health concerns, behaviour matters and many other things. I appreciate the positive support so much, and that includes the times when you have called me out on my errors!
You have always communicated with grace, exhibiting our school values beautifully. No wonder this cohort have been on board! Year 12’s, I have told you many times that I will miss you, but I am going to miss your families, too!
So, am I surprised that there are so many of you here today? Absolutely not because we have all been on this journey together, guiding the young people before us with the same positive messages. Thank you.
Year Twelve Subject Prize winners
Award Name | Subject Name | Name | House |
SUBJECT MERIT | Biology: ATAR | OLIVIA TOOLE | BAUDIN |
SUBJECT MERIT | Certificate II in Hospitality | JOCELYN MEADE | BAUDIN |
SUBJECT MERIT | Certificate III in Music Industry (Performance) | ALESSANDRO GENOVESE | MOKARE |
SUBJECT MERIT | Economics: ATAR | PIERCE NEWMAN
| BAUDIN |
SUBJECT MERIT | English: General | JAKE KNIGHT | WILSON |
SUBJECT MERIT | Marine and Maritime Studies: General | DANIEL FISHER | WILSON |
SUBJECT MERIT | Material Design & Technology - Wood: General | THOMAS NELSON | BAUDIN |
SUBJECT MERIT | Mathematics Applications: ATAR | JAYDEN-PAUL DEVENISH | WILSON |
SUBJECT MERIT | Outdoor Education: General | JACK CARLSON | MOKARE |
SUBJECT MERIT | Physical Education Studies: ATAR | ZAC BEECK | WILSON |
SUBJECT MERIT | UniReady | HENRY STEPHENS | CAMFIELD |
| Certificate of Excellence | LILLIAN SHANKS
| BAUDIN |
SUBJECT MERIT | Career & Enterprise: General | MATTHEW EDWARDS | MOKARE |
| Certificate of Excellence | ||
SUBJECT MERIT | Certificate III in Sport & Recreation | DARCY BARRETT
| BAUDIN |
| Certificate of Excellence | ||
SUBJECT MERIT | Mathematics Essentials: General | LUCAS RAVENHILL
| MOKARE |
| Certificate of Excellence | ||
SUBJECT MERIT | Physics: ATAR | FLETCHER CUGLEY | MOKARE |
| Certificate of Excellence | ||
SUBJECT MERIT | Geography: ATAR | AVA SMITH
| MOKARE |
| Certificate of Excellence | ||
SUBJECT MERIT | English: ATAR | ELIZA SPRIGG
| MOKARE |
SUBJECT MERIT | Politics and Law: ATAR | ||
SUBJECT MERIT | Human Biology: ATAR | JESSICA TURNER
| BAUDIN |
SUBJECT MERIT | Literature: ATAR | ||
SUBJECT MERIT | Music: ATAR | ||
SUBJECT MERIT | Ancient History: General | BRIANNA HARRIS | BAUDIN |
SUBJECT MERIT | Certificate IV in Business | ||
SUBJECT MERIT | Human Biology: General | ||
| Certificate of Excellence | ||
SUBJECT MERIT | Chemistry: ATAR | HEATH TURNOR
| CAMFIELD |
SUBJECT MERIT | Mathematics Methods: ATAR | ||
SUBJECT MERIT | Mathematics Specialist: ATAR | ||
| Certificate of Excellence |
Year Twelve Special Prizes
| Award | Citation | Name |
| MUSIC AWARD | For outstanding contribution to the Secondary School Music program. | IVY MOIR |
| SPORTS AWARD | Recognising a high level of involvement, performance and sportsmanship in interhouse and interschool competitions. | ZOE DILETTI |
| SPORTS AWARD | Recognising a high level of involvement, performance and sportsmanship in interhouse and interschool competitions. | LUCAS RAVENHILL |
| AMPOL BEST ALL ROUNDER AWARD | In recognition of a student’s exemplary contribution to Great Southern Grammar and the Albany community. | JESSICA TURNER |
| ANZAC AWARD | Is Awarded to the student who best exhibits the values of the Royal Australian Navy in service to the School and the community of the City of Albany. Characteristics of the recipient are loyalty, courage, honour, integrity and honesty. | ELIZA SPRIGG |
| CHAPLAIN'S AWARD | Awarded to a student demonstrating commitment to the Christian ethos of the School. | GABRIELLE POOLE |
| GREAT SOUTHERN GRAMMAR CORE VALUES AWARD | Awarded to a student who has attended the school for at least 2 years, has the Pursuit of Knowledge and Commitment to Achievement of Potential. | SIENNA UGLE |
| EXEMPLARY LEADERSHIP | Awarded to a student who has led by example and shown great initiative and loyalty to the School. | MADELEINE BYRNE |
| EXEMPLARY LEADERSHIP | Awarded to a student who has led by example and shown great initiative and loyalty to the School.
| HAMISH MEDWAY |
| CHRISTOPHER FLEAY MEMORIAL AWARD | For a boarder in Eclipse House who has made a significant contribution to GSG during their time as a boarder at the School. | DARCY BARRETT |
| ANNA LLOYD MEMORIAL AWARD | For a boarder in Breaksea House who has made a significant contribution to GSG during their time as a boarder at the School. | AVA SMITH |
| THE AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE FORCE LONG TAN LEADERSHIP AND TEAMWORK AWARD | Recognising outstanding teamwork and leadership qualities. | LEVI MASIH |
| THE AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE FORCE FUTURE INNOVATORS AWARD | Recognising motivation and innovation in the areas of STEM, and who display strong personal ethical values, such as doing one’s best. | FLETCHER CUGLEY |
| BRAVEHEART AWARD | In memory of former student Logan Adams. For a Year Twelve student who has overcome hurdles or barriers showing bravery or personal strength through adversity or hardship during their schooling. A person who has achieved their personal best under challenging circumstances. | BENJAMIN O'DEA |
| AMEB GOLD AWARD | Fulfilled the requirements for the AMEB Gold Award presented by Australian Music Examinations Board (WA) | MATTHEW WALMSLEY |
| THE ARTHUR MALACARI AWARD | For service to the School, a student who is a team player, speaks the truth, has involvement in the School community and Academic Achievement commensurate with their ability. | MATTHEW WALMSLEY |
| DR PETER PRATTEN AWARD | For exceptional endeavour in the Secondary School. | HENRY STEPHENS |
| FOUNDERS' AWARD | For outstanding effort in the Pursuit of Excellence. | BRENDAN QUICK |
| COUNCIL SERVICE AND CITIZENSHIP AWARD | For Outstanding Contribution to the School. | STELLA BOYCE |
| PRINCIPAL'S AWARD | For outstanding service, involvement and personal example in the School. | PIERCE NEWMAN |
| ADEN EADES MEDAL | Awarded for excellence in studies that include VET qualifications and General Courses. This includes work placement hours. | DARCY BARRETT |
| CAROL PETTERSEN MEDAL | Award for excellence in studies that include a blend of ATAR/ VET/ General and Endorsed programs including UniReady. |
LILLIAN SHANKS |
| AUDREY JACKSON MEDAL | Highest ranked Year Twelve student – based on best 5 ATAR courses and at least a C in English. |
HEATH TURNOR |
OLNA
Our Year Nine students have had a busy week with OLNA assessments as well as their Humanities excursions. I have been very impressed with how organised and prepared these students have been, especially for their first round of these important assessments.
Results come out at the beginning of next year.
Year Nine ANZAC Centre Excursion
Mrs Victoria Turnor | Head of Secondary