Impact of Giving

REPORT 2019

Contents

Developing Grammar Women 4

Lives Enriched By Learning 5

2019 Philanthropic Highlights 6

Building Exceptional Futures 8

Leading the Way—The Mittelheuser Sisters 10

The Gift of Giving Back 12

A Lifelong Love of Reading 14

From the Art Collection 16

Celebrating our Community 18

Balance—on and off the Water 19

Orchestrating Musical Moments 20

Connections for Life 21

Celebrationg 120 Years of the OGA 22

Thank You 24

Last modified March 2020. Information correct at time of print. Impact of Giving Report 2019 3 As a community we must continue to develop the next generation of women to contribute to, and lead in, our world. Naturally, this starts with their education.

Developing Grammar Women

‘We know that so far as any real knowledge is concerned, the great mass of women have been left in complete darkness … I propose, therefore, by this bill that the women of the colony should be able to take academic degrees …’ – Sir Charles Lilley (1827-1897)

Founder of BGGS and former Premier and Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, Sir Charles Lilley (1827-1897), pioneered to revolutionise education in by establishing Girls Grammar School—a vision considered so far ahead of its time that it was viewed as a radical ‘experiment’. It seems fitting then, that in the 145th year of this ‘experiment’, BGGS will transform Science education at the School by opening its new Science Learning Centre. Opportunities for women to participate in many facets of life have been transformed in the 145 years since our School’s foundation. But despite huge progress—with more women in the workforce, the gender pay gap slowly closing and improved equality in other areas of life—there is still more to be done to ensure women can thrive in their chosen endeavours without prejudice. As a community we must continue to develop the next generation of women to contribute to, and lead in, our world. Naturally, this starts with their education. Within a culture of deep learning, Grammar girls are encouraged to question and challenge with confidence, to seek diverse experiences and different perspectives to shape an informed worldview and, above all, to act purposefully with authenticity and integrity. We do not take for granted the willingness of our community to provide time, wisdom and philanthropic support to generations of Grammar girls. On behalf of the Board of Trustees, thank you to everyone who has supported Girls Grammar in 2019.

Ms Julie McKay (2000) Chair of the Board of Trustees Chair, Development and Philanthropy Committee

4 Impact of Giving Report 2019 Lives Enriched By Learning

Founded on philanthropic principles and a progressive mindset, Brisbane Girls Grammar School remains proud of our culture of giving back, and the School’s important role in empowering girls and young women to contribute to our collective future. I am proud to lead a School such as ours, and to be part of a community that encourages girls to dare to dream, without fear of failure, and to test the unfamiliar as they pursue their ambitions. At Girls Grammar, we care for the development of the whole person, with an emphasis on resilience and the development of good character in all that our girls do. In 2019, we paused to reflect upon and reaffirm what distinguishes Girls Grammar as a place of teaching and learning, and as a community. As one phase of the School’s Strategic Design concluded, and staff delivered the final year of the Overall Position (OP) system with outstanding results, we contemplated the future. A new Strategic Design 2020-2022 articulates the vision for our School, and how we will deliver on our Aspiration— Nil Sine Labore: Lives Enriched By Learning. At BGGS, we prepare our students for wide and greatly varied paths through life. In my experiences meeting with alumnae from many different generations, it is clear that Grammar Women embrace the pursuit of knowledge and understanding— in the many different forms this can take—throughout their lives. The events of recent months remind us all of the importance of a strong community and what truly matters. While there is much to be concerned about in this complex world there is, equally, much for which to be grateful. Developing the intellect, confidence and character of Grammar girls to become educated women gives us every reason to be optimistic about the future. I thank each and every one of the School’s supporters for their contribution and commitment. I hope all experience the satisfaction of being part of one of the most important and rewarding endeavours we could hope to be immersed in— educating girls.

Ms Jacinda Euler Principal

Impact of Giving Report 2019 5 2019 Philanthropic Highlights

It is a privilege to share with you the 2019 Impact of Giving Report, which highlights our community’s valued contribution to the education of girls. Overall, philanthropic income received during the year exceeded $1.24 million. Thanks to the generous support of Girls Grammar donors, the School has made real and consolidated progress towards its philanthropic priorities. The Exceptional Futures campaign for the Science Learning Centre was a focal point for fundraising activities during the year. The campaign will continue in 2020 and we look forward to sharing a full report at its conclusion. The School was pleased to provide the Brisbane Girls Grammar School Bursary to a student who commenced in Year 7 2019. The continued growth of the Bursary Fund remains an important long-term priority, to ensure BGGS can continue to offer more bursaries in the future. There is still much to achieve in this area to attain parity with other leading Australian schools in the provision of financial assistance to girls who otherwise may not be able to attend our School. It was satisfying to see the Annual Appeal grow steadily in 2019 with increased participation from alumnae. It is a meaningful way for all members of our community to contribute to the area of most interest to them. The work of the School’s Parent Support Groups to create a supportive, engaged community is essential to nurture a strong culture of philanthropy. Last year was full of positive new ideas brought to life by our volunteers and their fundraising efforts were greatly appreciated. Equally, their commitment of time, energy and participation is a powerful example to us all. With the success of 2019, we aspire to create another year of collaboration in 2020.

Ms Georgina Anthonisz Director of Development

Thank you again to everyone who has contributed to a significant year of growth. This support has demonstrated a unity of vision—parents, alumnae and staff—all working and giving together to deliver the best possible resources, educational programs and facilities for Grammar girls.

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Philanthropic priorities

Brisbane Girls Grammar School’s philanthropic priorities are focused on four pillars essential to the School’s commitment to a broad, liberal education for girls.

Bursaries

Girls Grammar fosters a climate of opportunity and has a rich history of educating girls from diverse backgrounds. Through bursaries, the School is committed to offering the life-changing experience of a Girls Grammar education to girls who may not otherwise be able to attend the School.

Buildings

Providing inspirational teaching and learning spaces in all curriculum areas support students to achieve their full potential. Girls Grammar will continue to invest in infrastructure projects to engage and challenge girls in interesting ways.

Library

The Elizabeth Jameson Research Learning Centre, incorporating the Beanland Library, houses a vast array of specialist resources to spark curiosity, imagination and discovery, and deepen knowledge.

Sport

The School has a long tradition of encouraging students to train and perform to their highest potential in their chosen sport, ensuring girls have access to excellent sports facilities, equipment and programs for their physical and mental wellbeing.

Impact of Giving Report 2019 7 Building Exceptional Futures

In 2019, the School progressed the next stage of its During the year, Principal, Ms Jacinda Euler, and Director Masterplan, as building works commenced for the new of Development, Ms Georgina Anthonisz, held a range of Science Learning Centre. Scheduled for completion by information sessions and individual briefings to outline December 2020, the building will signal a new era in the School’s vision for its Science Learning Centre and the science education, while offering recreational and multi- positive impact it will have on the education of students. functional spaces to benefit all Grammar girls. The School witnessed an extraordinary commitment of giving from alumnae, including the Old Girls Association, As always, projects of this scale are made possible through and parents and grandparents—past and present. our strong partnership with the School community. The Exceptional Futures campaign was launched at the beginning This support enabled the construction to begin with of 2019, following generous leadership gifts from the confidence in Term 3. As bulldozers, trucks and a large Parents and Friends Association and alumna, Dr Cathryn crane arrived onsite to lay the foundations and footings, Mittelheuser AM (1949). students were equally busy holding a competition to ‘Name the Crane’. The winning entry christened the crane, Harriet … (because she can carry it).

8 Impact of Giving Report 2019 ‘A sense of curiosity is what leads us to prevent and solve challenges, from conserving our marine environment to providing sustainable global food sources— and that desire to question and discover must be nurtured at school.’

—Professor Helene Marsh (BGGS Alumna 1962), Emeritus Professor of Environmental Science, James Cook University

‘Harriet’ isn’t the only female involved Manager and alumna, Ms Cherise information sessions throughout in the Science Learning Centre Czislowski (2002), who works the project and will be able to share project. During the tendering closely with site Foreman, Ms Kirstie their learnings with the wider student process, the School asked companies Goodwin, and Quantity Surveyor, body. to consider the presence of women Ms Olivia Di Pasquale. As 2019 drew to a close, construction in their project teams and how In Term 3 2019, 28 students from works were well underway and the students could be included in the Years 7 to 12 nominated to follow Exceptional Futures campaign was over building process. m3architecture the building’s progress as part of halfway to its goal. was appointed to design the Science the Student Access Group, gaining Learning Centre with Girls Grammar a unique insight into design, alumna and architect, Ms Eliza engineering and construction Panizza (2011), an integral part of processes. The student group the design team. Construction works will have access to site tours and are overseen by Lendlease Project

Impact of Giving Report 2019 9 Leading the Way—The Mittelheuser Sisters

The School is honoured to acknowledge renowned past students, the Mittelheuser sisters—the late Margaret Mittelheuser AM (1947) and Dr Cathryn Mittelheuser AM (1949)—in the new Science Learning Centre. Born just 15 months apart in 1931 and 1932, Margaret and Cathryn Mittelheuser spent their early years on their family’s cane farm in Bundaberg, which had been established by their grandfather in the early 1880s. The young girls were bright and inquisitive, and spent many hours adventuring together. With the uncertainties and disruption of World War II, the family sold the cane farm and moved to Brisbane. Margaret and Cathryn were enrolled at Brisbane Girls Grammar School, and commenced in 1945 and 1946 respectively. The girls personified the School motto,Nil Sine Labore—nothing without work—and this endured in their endeavours later in life. At 16 years old, Margaret enrolled at The (UQ). Margaret and Cathryn, 1998 In 1952, she graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce. As one of only two women in the program, she was determined to work in a role where she could use figures. Gaining employment as an accountant at the Commonwealth ‘If you can help Department of the Interior, Margaret became the first woman graduate in the someone else— Commonwealth Public Service in Queensland. In 1956, she left Brisbane to pursue a stockbroking career with Sydney-based firm, Ralph W King and Yuill. well, why not? Margaret’s talent, combined with her hard work, tenacity and resilience, saw her There’s so much excel in her chosen field. In 1964, at just 33 years old, she was made a Partner pleasure in it.’

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1. Margaret and Cathryn, 1946 2. BGGS Science Laboratory, 1946 (Margaret is front row 4th from left) 3. Margaret, 1952 4. Cathryn, 1954

10 Impact of Giving Report 2019 Leading the Way—The Mittelheuser Sisters

at King and Yuill and became the first woman to be Not only were Margaret and Cathryn pioneers for women registered as a stockbroker in Australia, and one of the few in business and science, they also led the way for women female stockbrokers in the world. During her impressive in philanthropy, supporting a range of educational and and lengthy career, Margaret was a pioneer for women in cultural institutions and other causes. Throughout the business. decades, their generosity to Girls Grammar has been extraordinary, supporting the School to continually While Cathryn followed a different path, her achievements improve facilities and provide enriching programs to were equally remarkable. After graduating from Girls benefit students. Grammar, Cathryn initially trained in nursing. In 1963, she enrolled to study a Bachelor of Science at UQ, majoring in Understanding how important it is for girls to be Plant Physiology. She graduated with First Class Honours encouraged to study and work in science, Dr Cathryn and the University Medal in 1968. Cathryn went on to Mittelheuser AM (1949), contributed a significant undertake a PhD in Plant Physiology and was one of the personal gift at the beginning of the Exceptional Futures first Australians published in the internationally renowned campaign. Spaces within the Science Learning Centre journal, Nature. Cathryn was later appointed Senior will be named in recognition of both Mittelheuser Research Fellow and then Acting Lecturer in the Botany sisters, acknowledging their incredible achievements and Department at UQ, one of only a handful of women generosity. engaged in science research and teaching at that time. In Cathryn’s own words, ‘If you can help someone else— The Mittelheuser sisters always maintained their close well, why not? There’s so much pleasure in it.’ connection to Girls Grammar. Margaret was Treasurer of the Old Girls Association between 1952 and 1953 and later served on the Board of Trustees from 1987 to 1990.

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5. Margaret with OGA members, 1952 6. Margaret and Cathryn, 1984 7. Margaret and Cathryn, 1998 8. Margaret and Cathryn, 2003

Impact of Giving Report 2019 11 The Gift of Giving Back

Captain Tegan Davey (2000) relished the opportunity to try new things and challenge herself while at Girls Grammar. The Maria Sulima Bursary recipient reflects fondly on her time at BGGS, so much so, she was motivated to make a gift to the School’s Bursary Fund in the hope that she could assist another young woman to explore her potential in the same way she did at Girls Grammar.

You attended Girls Grammar on a Maria Sulima Bursary. What did this opportunity mean to you and your family?

The Maria Sulima Bursary enabled me to receive a quality education and exposure to greater co-curricular activities offered at the School. My mum is a Girls Grammar alumna, and was also a teacher at the School, so I was enrolled at Brisbane Girls Grammar School from birth. Unfortunately, while I was in primary school, my mum became seriously ill and without the Maria Sulima Bursary my parents would not have been in a position to send me to BGGS.

What are some your favourite memories from Girls Grammar?

I loved my time at BGGS and I could probably write a book on my memories! For me, it was an opportunity to try everything to find out what I enjoyed. Most importantly, I made some wonderful friends at Girls Grammar, all of whom ‘I can think of nothing are making valuable contributions to the social fabric: following their dreams; more worthwhile working hard in their professions; raising families; and still making time for each other. than giving another young woman the I was heavily involved in the BGGS Instrumental Music Program. My favourite opportunity to explore memory involves playing the Vivaldi Double Cello Concerto with my friend Courtenay Lind (2000). I also have fond memories of the Marrapatta Memorial their potential in the Outdoor Education Centre near Imbil with Mr Tim and Mrs Sue Lanham same way I was able to and Mr Mark and Mrs Maryann Munnings—participating in the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award, which opened up many opportunities for me at BGGS.’ beyond school. Lastly, I was fortunate enough to enjoy the educational travel opportunities offered by Girls Grammar through Language Study Tours to Shanghai, and the International Young Physicists’ Tournament in Budapest.

12 Impact of Giving Report 2019 With the generous support of the School community, we can enable girls of promise and capability that otherwise might not be able to attend Girls Grammar. Every gift of every size will have a direct and positive impact for the benefit of these Grammar girls.

To make a donation to the Bursary Fund, visit bggs.qld.edu.au/ community/giving/ Marrapatta Memorial Outdoor Education Centre

What motivated you to join My overseas deployments to East The ADF has, for some time now, the Australian Defence Force Timor and the Middle East have been undergoing cultural reform (ADF)? certainly been the highlights of my and the prevailing attitude towards career. These deployments enabled female participation in all aspects of I joined the ADF because to me me to work with some remarkable military life is immensely supportive. it was an honourable profession, women and men from professional The proportion of women in the one that requires self-discipline militaries across the world and also ADF is steadily growing, including and self-sacrifice but also promises provided an insight into the culture across the broader Army. My mantra adventure and challenge. Girls and lives of others. This is humbling, towards a successful career in any Grammar certainly encouraged me and increases my appreciation for field is building a good reputation. to look broadly, keep an open mind the exceptional quality of life we have and have the confidence to follow a here in Australia and in particular, What advice would you share unique path. Attending BGGS on a the opportunities available to young with your younger self? Maria Sulima Bursary, I was eager to women. make the most of every opportunity Have confidence in yourself. and Girls Grammar fostered the Do you have role models? And do Establish a sense of who you are pursuit of excellence, a strong work you have any advice for students and bring this to everything you do ethic and sense of adventure— wanting to pursue a career in in life; do not let individuals or an all skills required in the ADF. a traditionally male-dominated organisation fundamentally change sector? you. Keep embracing opportunities What is your current role with as they present themselves and, in the ADF and what have been My role models are long-standing the words of one of my first Army the highlights of your career to military friends. We provide mutual drill instructors, listen to what is said date? support and advice as well as not how it is said—look for lessons sharing the highs and lows of life from mistakes and setbacks. For the past 16 years I have been in general. Having a trusted circle in the Royal Australian Corps of friends within my profession has What motivated you to make a of Signals (three years in the been invaluable—we have a shared gift to the BGGS Bursary Fund Australian Army Reserve as a soldier perspective on common issues and in the 2019 Annual Appeal? and then 13 years in the Army stressors, which creates a heightened as an officer), working primarily level of empathy and understanding. I often reflect on how fortunate I in Information Communication I have also worked with, and for, was to attend Girls Grammar and Technology management roles. I am many inspirational women and men have the experiences I did. I can now studying a Bachelor of Nursing, in the ADF. I think there are lessons think of nothing more worthwhile sponsored by the Army, and in 2022 to be learned from anyone in a than giving another young woman will commence work as an Army leadership position, be it traits you the opportunity to explore their Nursing Officer. want to emulate or behaviours you potential in the same way I was able wish to avoid. to at BGGS.

Impact of Giving Report 2019 13 A Lifelong Love of Reading

June Ada Wheeler (1943) was born Her passion for reading was encouraged in 1926 and commenced at Brisbane by her English teacher, Miss Marjorie Girls Grammar School in 1940, Elliott (1941), a BGGS alumna, who while her brother, Gordon, attended imbued girls with a deep love of . literature. At school, June was very sociable and June was also particularly fond of her relished her friendships with fellow Mathematics teacher, Miss Marion Grammar girls. An avid reader, she Maclean. Marjorie and Marion inspired was often spotted with a book in their pupils with a love of learning hand. Loyal to no particular genre, and showed them the meaning of June was happy to read anything intellectual integrity. Both teachers were other than her assigned class passionate about educating girls and readings! contributed to the School’s culture of empowering young women. Through In the 1940s, while June was at BGGS, their service to the School, Marjorie the Beanland Library consisted of a and Marion demonstrated the large bookcase and table displaying importance of ‘giving back’—a quality journals in the Main Building. June would develop later in life.

14 Impact of Giving Report 2019 After turning 18, June enlisted in the June and Lois had known each other June’s decision to support the BGGS Army and became a wireless operator for many years through the network Library Fund is a fitting gift for a during World War II. After the war, before opening a professional generous woman who loved reading, she studied journalism briefly before practice together. Little did they and valued the importance of her deciding to complete a Diploma know, this would form a friendship Girls Grammar education, not only in Physiotherapy at The University lasting more than 50 years. while at the School, but throughout of Queensland. At the time, her whole life. Lois—a St Margaret’s Anglican physiotherapy was an emerging field Girls School alumna—and June BGGS was honoured to receive the and like so many of her peers, June shared a deep connection with their Schultz Wheeler Bequest, through moved to the UK after graduation to respective schools and believed which the School has been able work for the National Health Service. strongly in helping others. Knowing to acquire a wide range of library Not long after turning 40, June firsthand the benefits of educating resources including books, DVDs decided to return to Australia where girls, June and Lois thought they and textbooks. she met physiotherapist, Lois Schultz, could help by leaving money in through the network of physiotherapy their Wills. practitioners.

Brisbane Girls Grammar School is built upon a heritage of giving. Including a bequest in your Will is an enduring and transformative way to enrich the lives of future generations of Grammar girls through education.

To discuss making a bequest to BGGS, please contact Director of Development, Ms Georgina Anthonisz, on 07 3332 1383, or download the School’s Wills and Bequests brochure via: bggs.qld.edu.au/ community/giving/

Impact of Giving Report 2019 15 From the Art Collection

Displayed throughout the Main Campus in corridors, offices and most walls and spaces, the School’s fine arts collection provides stimulus for Visual Art students, Many Girls Grammar while also creating an aesthetically vibrant learning alumnae have become environment for staff and students. highly regarded artists The collection, which comprises more than 300 donated and BGGS is proud to works, including paintings, sculptures, furnishings and promote and display decorative objects, is a visual representation of the School’s commitment to a broad, liberal education. their work.

In 2019, the School’s art collection continued to expand, courtesy of the generosity of the BGGS community. Two alumnae artists donated works to the School’s collection. Alumna and oil landscapists, Nan Dingle Stone (1957), donated three works, including The Source, which won Overall First Prize in the Redcliffe Art Society’s Annual Exhibition in 2013.

Grammar Woman, Kylie Elkington (1983), generously gifted Morning Walk Bundanon Trust 2015. The piece is inspired by the Shoalhaven region of NSW and captures the essence of Ms Elkington’s neo-romantic style.

In May, the School received 12 paintings on loan from a current Girls Grammar family. Exhibited in the Main Building, the collection includes pieces by prominent artists, Richard Bell, Robert Brownhall, Sam Cranstoun and Ben Quilty.

Past BGGS Parent and Fireworks Gallery Director, Mr Michael Eather, also loaned seven paintings to the School. The indigenous art pieces were created by female artists in the Lockhart Art Gang— Samantha Hobson, Rosella Namok and Fiona Oomenyo—and were displayed as a small exhibition at the School.

Many Girls Grammar alumnae have become highly regarded artists and BGGS is proud to display and promote their work. In September 2019, New Women, an exhibition at the Museum of Brisbane, featured six Girls Grammar alumnae artists: Catherine Bell (1986); Elisabeth Cummings (1952); Gwyn Hanssen-Pigott (1943); Jan Jorgensen (1960); Kathleen Shillam (1933); and Betty Quelhurst (1937). Four of the six artists are featured in the BGGS fine arts collection.

The School is honoured to receive donations to its fine arts collection.

Ms Lorraine Thornquist Manager of Collections

16 Impact of Giving Report 2019 Greer Rorschach by Ben Quilty

Impact of Giving Report 2019 17 Celebrating our Community

Brisbane Girls Grammar School’s Support Groups have a long history of providing integral support to Girls Grammar, and all in our community BGGS Support are proud of the legacy of giving that Groups have a long these groups continue to uphold. history of providing From nine-sided pavilions in the hills support to Girls at Marrapatta, to commemorative gifts, a new P&F Uniform Shop Grammar. online store, and events that were bigger and more enjoyable than ever before, 2019 was a year of positive and varied innovations brought to life by our BGGS community. Our Parent Support Groups worked one in which they can explore and collaboratively to contribute to pursue their own gifts and diverse School initiatives, including the P&F abilities. Association’s generous leadership gift All volunteering, whether through to the School’s new Science Learning official groups or in ad-hoc networks, Centre. builds the strength of the School’s The School thanks its Parent Support community and BGGS thanks all Groups for assisting BGGS to deliver volunteers for commitment to our an excellent education for our girls, shared purpose.

18 Impact of Giving Report 2019 Balance—on and off the Water

Brisbane Girls Grammar School’s Rowing team extends beyond the crew. Coaches, staff, families and the School’s dedicated Rowing Support Group create a community essential in supporting our rowers throughout their season. In 2019, through multiple fundraising initiatives, including hosting Head of the River and the annual Rowing River Social fundraising event, the Rowing Support Group raised more than $40 000 for the Rowing Program. These funds assist in the purchase of new equipment for the rowers to use. Last year, the Rowing Support Group helped fund a new boat trailer, 1st VIII boat, two rowing ergos, and apparel for the School’s coaches and rowers. The group’s support also allowed the School to refurbish the 2nd VIII boat. 2019 Rowing Coordinator, Mrs Sally Callie, said the energy and enthusiasm of the BGGS Rowing community supports the girls to train and compete at the level in which they do. ‘I am always humbled by the number of hours our parents dedicate to the program, from providing breakfast to our rowers after training, to fundraising and organising community building events. ‘It’s the support of our parents that enables girls to be the best that they can be—both on and off the water.’ Thank you to those donors who also contributed to the School’s sporting facilities, programs and equipment via the Australian Sports Foundation.

The Rowing Support Group assists girls to train and compete at the level in which they do.

Impact of Giving Report 2019 19 Orchestrating Musical Moments

The BGGS Music Support Group Director of Instrumental Music, Mrs instruments like the piano accordion plays an integral role in delivering Emma Dron, said the purchasing of help create an authentic sound, the School’s Instrumental Music these uncommon instruments has and allow students to expand their Program. In addition to supporting myriad benefits for girls. musical studies and be challenged the execution of school music events, technically and personally. ‘Students have access to instruments the group raises funds to purchase they would otherwise not be able Promoting ‘endangered’ orchestral instruments for girls to use in the to learn to play, and the inclusion instruments is important not only School’s music ensembles. of such instruments enhances the for the future of music but for Since 2016, the Music Support sound possibilities for music making. developing the next generation of Group has donated more than Girls Grammar musicians. These ‘When students have quality $45 000 to enable the Instrumental instruments are in high demand instruments, especially in the bass Music Department to purchase a in orchestras around Australia and section of our ensembles, the range of ‘endangered’ instruments— learning them under the guidance whole tonal quality of the group is bass clarinets, tubas, marimbas, of the School’s expert music staff improved.’ vibraphones and tubular bells—as creates opportunities for students part of the School’s commitment With the School’s development of wishing to continue their music to balancing traditional musical ensembles such as the Gypsy Band studies after school. concepts with innovative experiences. and Celtic Ensemble, inclusion of

‘Students have access to instruments they would otherwise not be able to learn to play, and the inclusion of such instruments enhances the sound possibilities for music making.’

20 Impact of Giving Report 2019 Connections for Life

Founded on the ideals of loyalty, friendship, and shared experiences, the Old Girls Association (OGA) is dedicated to maintaining connections for life and strengthening the Girls Grammar sisterhood. The life-changing benefits gained by women when they are empowered to contribute are known all too well—from the Women’s Rights Movement to the continuing fight for gender equality—great progress has been made by women advocates and the power of sisterhood. Generations of Grammar Women are also changing the world—each in their own different way, with a shared sense of commitment to something larger than themselves—and in doing so, inspiring Grammar girls with their achievements. In 2019, the 120th year of the OGA, Grammar Women celebrated and strengthened the deep connection between the School’s past students, and current Grammar girls. President of the OGA, Mrs Julie Caton, said it is important the Association The School’s culture connects purposefully with girls as they commence their BGGS journey. of empowering women ‘The BGGS sisterhood starts with girls while they are at school and the OGA has no boundaries— nurtures these relationships after graduation, keeping connections alive.’ it transcends to True sisterhood cannot be forced, nor should it. The School’s culture of empowering women has no boundaries—it transcends to a higher place of a higher place of interconnectivity and common purpose. interconnectivity and Students embrace what it means to be a Grammar girl, celebrating their common purpose. differences and inspiring and supporting each other. It’s a social, ethical and emotional pact based on an understanding that together, they are stronger. Grammar girls honoured this connection in 2019 with the Student Council motto, ‘Our Heart is Blue, Our Spirit is True’. Connected forever as Grammar Women, the OGA unites alumnae and encourages them to play an active part in the BGGS sisterhood that encompasses a rich and diverse network of women who have been educated at the School. While women reconnect and strengthen friendships, they also have the opportunity to inspire, support and mentor the next generation of Grammar Women. The Association has no age barriers, and the alumnae community are invited to events each year to share their diverse memories of their time at the School, celebrate old friendships and forge new relationships. In 2019, the OGA made a generous gift to the Exceptional Futures campaign for the Science Learning Centre to support current and future students studying Science, and to acknowledge Grammar Women who have achieved success in their scientific careers. The School is grateful for the OGA’s contribution, and its role in empowering young girls and maintaining lifelong connections.

Impact of Giving Report 2019 21 Celebrating 120 Years of the OGA

22 Impact of Giving Report 2019 Impact of Giving Report 2019 23 Thank You

The Board of Trustees and the Principal, on behalf of the School, thank members of the Girls Grammar community for their generous support in 2019.

Donors D Dunk & S Buckley Mrs Anne Ingram Anonymous (35) Wendy Edwards Dr K Jaffar G & S Anthonisz S Edwards EM Jameson & AL Anderson Jonathan and Yvette Askew Ms K Elkington R Jans Ann Badger Ms Jacinda Euler Hyun-ju Johnson Isabella Baker Dr J & Mrs C Fenwick Dr A & Mrs A Jones Dr A Bell AM Dr Lo-an Vu & Dr Alan Fitzpatrick Jordan & Charli Kahler Bizzell Foundation Mr D & Mrs L Fogden Ruby Kerrigan Gavin & Claire Blake Ms R Fraser Prof G King & Dr S Rowland A & E Boden Friebe Family Kolff van Oosterwijk Family Mr A.J & C.B Bowden Dr M Fry Dr J Lawrence AM Ms J Bray Fu Family Mr T Lehmann Dr A Bruce Gandhi Family Melinda Lewis K Bryan Mr H Gao & Mrs XF Wang Ms Di Lohrisch Dr Barbara Burge Dr Troy & Mrs Karelia Gianduzzo Christine Lonergan Dr P and Mrs J Burke M & E Giles E Lowry B & A Butler Mr and Mrs Gottumukkala P & L Lui Ms S Cali M Grassie Mrs A Luque Dr P & Dr C Campbell Green Options P/L J & C MacDonald Sophia Caposecco Murcott-Green Family Laurie Mackay Mrs Ann Caston D & P Greig E Mackenzie A & K Cavdarski G Griffin Mr J & Mrs K MacPherson Centaur Memorial Fund for Nurses Mr P Griffin & Ms Schleicher Emeritus Professor Dr Mary Mahoney AO Chambers Family Ngaire Groves Mr J & Mrs M Mangos Mr Y Chen & Ms X Wang A Hale Frances McInerney & Sean Martin Mr B & Mrs M Clark Ms J Hammer AM Susan Masel Comiskey Family Mr A & Mrs S Harper Rebecca S Kugelmas Mr T Cory Ms Ann Harrap Dr Rothwell & Dr McBride Dr R Crawford & Ms J McLaurie Mrs A Harris Mr S McCullough & Ms T Davern Czislowski Family Mr T & Mrs K Harry D & A McDonnell A Dale W Hayes Mr G & Mrs B McEntee Lesley Davies Hazzard Family Ms Julie McKay Captain T Davey J Hennessey Dr S & Mr H McKay B Dawson Dr C Hirst AO M McMurdo AC P & J Desouza Mr R & Mrs K Hirst Saxon Mew Dr Diklich & Dr Zelich-Diklich Mrs J Hopkins P & M Mitchell Dr & Mrs Donnelly B & H Hunter Dr C Mittelheuser AM

24 Impact of Giving Report 2019 Mr S & Mrs L Morton Van Alphen Charli & Tayla Tobin Caitlin N Muller-Challinor E Phua & F Phua-Wu David & Christine Trappett m3Architecture G Powell Mr S & Mrs A Vecchio J Nevard Dr M Qureshi & Mrs A Shaheen Dr & Mrs Vujovic Ms K Newton Linda Rosenman A Waterford Mr and Mrs C Ng Drs A & S Ryan K Wernham Nicklin Medical Services J Schmidt B Wernham Crosisca Family J Schubert Reverend P Wetherell C Noonan Estate of L Schultz & J Wheeler Mrs R Williams A Obermair & M Janda Mrs L Schwarten E Wilson O’Connell Family Selwa Family Mr A Young C Codd Mr G & Mrs B Shapland Dr J Young & Mr M Curtis N & S O’Hare Professor A Shoemaker C & H Orr Mrs Jasjeet Sihota Donations in-kind Mr M & Mrs J Pafumi C & S Skerrett Nan Dingle Mr N & Mrs M Parr Mr H Smerdon AM & Mrs S Smerdon Ms K Elkington G Paull & H Armstrong Dr N Sommerfeld & Ms R McIntosh EM Jameson M Peel Dr Carol Sorensen K Johns Dr Juanita Pappalardo & John & Linda Statham Sodexo Dr Matthew Peters Mr T & Mrs M Tavoularis Dr Damien Petersen and Dr Sharyn L Thornquist

Thank you to the School’s Support Groups for their important contribution and service throughout the year.

Parents & Friends Association Music Support Group Water Polo Support Group Mothers Group Rowing Support Group Old Girls Association Fathers Group

Acknowledgements current as at February 2020.

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