Class of 2022 VCE Results – Celebrating Achievement
The whole school community congratulates the outstanding VCE results achieved by our Year 12 Class of 2022.
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In The Media
The VCE English Exam is Around the Corner
This morning on ABC Radio Melbourne Mornings with Virginia Trioli, Year 12 student Bea, spoke about the upcoming VCE English exam, how she’s feeling about it and some words of encouragement for her fellow students. Listen to the interview below.
Forefront of Gender Equality
Principal Marise McConaghy spoke on ABC Melbourne radio breakfast Real Talk segment with Sammy J this morning about the benefits of all girls’ schools and how they empower girls in leadership.
Climate Change: A Young Woman’s Perspective.
Climate action is extremely important to the young people of today. Emily Harle, Year 12 has paired her voice with her passion to protect our planet, to highlight the very real issues our country faces when it comes to climate change. In She Society today, Emily expresses the need for a clear plan to tackle the negative impacts of climate change to ensure a better future for Australians in years to come.
What Young People Want Politicians to Know
The past few years have been tough for everyone but in some ways especially difficult for young adults. In The Age today, Saskia Heng shared what she wanted the next government to know so that it can steer the country in the right direction.
What the Ukraine War Teaches Us About Australia’s History Curriculum
In The Educator, Head of Humanities Scott Sweeney writes about recent world events and the job of a History teacher is not to teach students what to think, but how to think. Learn more by reading the full article.
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Why schools need to return to basics when it comes to student wellbeing
How match-fit is your daughter? Wellbeing has been a huge part of the pandemic and as we adjust back to pre-pandemic routines its important to be realistic about how emotionally, socially and academically match-fit young people are, following two years of lockdowns. Strathcona’s Dean of Students, Amber Sowden talks to The Educator about things to be aware of and how you can assist your daughter in adjusting.
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Going back to mathematical basics won’t help students
Should maths skills be prioritised over inquiry? Senior Dean of Learning Futures, Ross Phillips discusses in Education Today the importance of fostering confidence, inquiry and critical thinking to reach solutions.
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How can I reassure my child about current affairs?
Knowing what to say can sometimes be tricky. Junior School Psychologist Sharon Turner speaks with The Guardian about a few different tactics to navigate world affairs.
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It’s time to rewrite the social media script for girls
Stepping away from the safety blanket of the screen isn’t easy, but we can encourage our girls to invest in relationships, build confidence and practice kindness. Principal Marise McConaghy writes in The Australian how Strathcona Girls Grammar is helping students to connect.
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