OGA News

In December 2022, four staff members were welcomed into the OGA after receiving an Honorary Associate Life Membership for having worked at the School for 20 years.

 

One of our new members is Miss Michelle Gilkes.  We reflect on Miss Gilke's outstanding service below over the last 20 Years.

 

Miss Michelle Gilkes

Michelle joined Girton in 2002 as School Receptionist. After receiving a Certificate III in Business Administration in 2004 under an apprenticeship through Department of Education and Training, Michelle performed exceptionally in her role as Personal Assistant to Heads of House as well as Student Administration from 2004 to 2009. 

 

Michelle was then appointed Personal Assistant to the Senior Master, which she has excelled in ever since, with a title change to Personal Assistant to Head of Academic and Data Services in 2019. She is an active member of the Girton Staff Association.

 

Michelle was awarded the 2020 Board Prize for Particular Excellence (Administration). In being nominated for this Prize, Michelle’s peers said that her determination to get things right has driven her to work hard to become better at her job by seeking feedback from colleagues and constantly striving for ways to do things more efficiently. 

 

Michelle is the first person to arrive each morning and the last to leave. No task is considered too great or small, from unstacking the dishwasher to co-ordinating examinations and high-level timetabling. With methodical attention to detail and a positive attitude, Michelle manages the whole-school timetable and VCE examinations, oversees the ACER data system, co-ordinates NAPLAN, booklist, and year-level Information Evenings, and manages Reception when needed.

 

Fondly referred to as “the Oracle” by some members of staff, Michelle’s invaluable experience, knowledge, and ability to “get the job done” is highly valued by her colleagues. She is considered generous and thoughtful in many ways and always willing to assist others.

 

Miss Michelle Gilkes, for twenty years of outstanding service to Girton Grammar School, we thank you. 

Save the Date!  

The OGA reunions have been set for 2032. If you know past students or teachers from these cohorts, please help spread the word about these enjoyable events. Bookings for our reunions can be made via www.trybooking.com 

 

Class of 2022

1 Year Reunion

Friday 1st December

GPO Bar and Restaurant, Courtyard

 

Class of 2018

5 Year Reunion

Saturday 9th September

The Rifle Brigade - Brewery Room

 

Class of 2013

10 Year Reunion

Saturday 6th May

The Rifle Brigade - Balcony

 

Class of 2003

20 Year Reunion

Saturday 29th July

Brougham Arms Hotel

 

Class of 1993

30 Year Reunion

Saturday 19th August

Brougham Arms Hotel

 

Class of 1983

40 Year Reunion

Saturday 29th July

Brougham Arms Hotel

 

Class of 1973

50 Year Reunion

Friday 20th October

Morning Tea and optional School Tour

Followed by lunch at the National

 

Class of 1963

60 Year Reunion

Friday 3rd November

Morning Tea and optional School Tour

Followed by lunch at the National