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Why you are more than just a test score
As educators, we’re always proud when our students achieve strong academic results, but we also want to know they’re equipped to thrive beyond their school years. We need to look beyond test scores and remember that academia is just one piece of a holistic education. The personal growth that students ...
2020 Medallist recipient
This year we are proud to present Associate Professor Amanda Whitfort ('87) with the Strathcona Medal. Amanda is a shining example of alumnae who has a positive impact on our world. She has made significant legislative and policy changes for animal rights in Hong Kong and continues to do good ...
The role early learning plays in children’s ongoing development
Deciding whether or not to send your child to early learning is one of a parent’s most important considerations, especially at this time of the year. If you’re still on the fence about it, that’s ok, many parents are. After all, it’s a very personal decision and one that doesn’t ...
The $9000 Project
"The development in individual reflections, responses to feedback and data, and the ability of groups to troubleshoot and work together, were all heightened." This year's TC Envision program pivoted and students were able to learn more and expand their confidence. Ms Liesl Woods writes about the program's 2020 journey.
Strength through adversity: What 2020 has taught our students
The events of this year have taught us many lessons — perhaps the most significant one being that our students have remarkable resilience and aptitude for new ways of learning. We underestimated students’ desire and capacity to be self-organised, self-motivated and independent, and although we suspected this in many of ...
Turning challenges into opportunities and big ideas
"For Year 9 students at Strathcona Girls Grammar in Melbourne, things in the classroom are always a little different. They learn together on the school’s separate Tay Creggan campus, and take part in the bespoke TC Envision Program, which teaches important life-ready skills like critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, communication and ...
All-Girl Schools Shine
Debate has often raged about whether single-sex schools are better than co-ed schools, but now a study has lifted the lid on why — when it comes to girls — it could be the best choice.
Girls Unstoppable Podcast
Inspiring girls and women to become unstoppable. This is what Girls Unstoppable is about. Hear topics that the younger generation of girls want to unpack - from the juggle of career and motherhood to self-care and so much more. Empowering you to overcome opposition of everyday life to become unstoppable. ...
Leaving the Bubble, Take Two
Returning to school and reconnecting in person will be something our students may feel apprehensive about. Senior School Psychologist Mrs Kerri Rhodes talks to The Parent Website about four things students and parents can do to ease the transition out of the home bubble.
4 Cs to help your child come back to school
On ABC radio Melbourne, Strathcona's Junior School Psychologist, Mrs Sharon Turner, spoke to Raf Epstein about the return to school for students and how parents can assist with the transition.
Strathcourier 2020
Out this Spring is the 2020 edition of the Strathcourier. Within its pages are stories of student journies and academic awards, community strength, and alumnae triumph.
Meet the “savvy” high-schoolers who created a booming e-commerce platform during COVID-19
“There are too many possibilities.” Smart Company speaks to some of our impressive Year 9 students about the TC Envision program. The TC Envision program focuses on reframing the idea of failure as it embraces entrepreneurship skills.
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- In The Media
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Why you are more than just a test score
As educators, we’re always proud when our students achieve strong academic results, but we also want to know they’re equipped to thrive beyond their school years. We need ...
Read More →
2020 Medallist recipient
This year we are proud to present Associate Professor Amanda Whitfort ('87) with the Strathcona Medal. Amanda is a shining example of alumnae who has a positive impact ...
Read More →
The role early learning plays in children’s ongoing development
Deciding whether or not to send your child to early learning is one of a parent’s most important considerations, especially at this time of the year. If you’re ...
Read More →
The $9000 Project
"The development in individual reflections, responses to feedback and data, and the ability of groups to troubleshoot and work together, were all heightened." This year's TC Envision program ...
Read More →
Strength through adversity: What 2020 has taught our students
The events of this year have taught us many lessons — perhaps the most significant one being that our students have remarkable resilience and aptitude for new ways ...
Read More →
Turning challenges into opportunities and big ideas
"For Year 9 students at Strathcona Girls Grammar in Melbourne, things in the classroom are always a little different. They learn together on the school’s separate Tay Creggan ...
Read More →
All-Girl Schools Shine
Debate has often raged about whether single-sex schools are better than co-ed schools, but now a study has lifted the lid on why — when it comes to ...
Read More →
Girls Unstoppable Podcast
Inspiring girls and women to become unstoppable. This is what Girls Unstoppable is about. Hear topics that the younger generation of girls want to unpack - from the ...
Read More →
Leaving the Bubble, Take Two
Returning to school and reconnecting in person will be something our students may feel apprehensive about. Senior School Psychologist Mrs Kerri Rhodes talks to The Parent Website about ...
Read More →
4 Cs to help your child come back to school
On ABC radio Melbourne, Strathcona's Junior School Psychologist, Mrs Sharon Turner, spoke to Raf Epstein about the return to school for students and how parents can assist with ...
Read More →
Strathcourier 2020
Out this Spring is the 2020 edition of the Strathcourier. Within its pages are stories of student journies and academic awards, community strength, and alumnae triumph.
Read More →
Meet the “savvy” high-schoolers who created a booming e-commerce platform during COVID-19
“There are too many possibilities.” Smart Company speaks to some of our impressive Year 9 students about the TC Envision program. The TC Envision program focuses on reframing ...
Read More →
