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Reverend Bill Morgan visits ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ College 100 years after his first day at School.

Senior School Assembly

With much trepidation in the air and the presence of Channel 7 News Crew, the Senior School held a very special assembly to welcome back one of ¾«¶«Ó°Òµâ€™s greatest living treasures, Rev Bill Morgan, who commenced his ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ journey exactly 100 years ago in the Junior School when aged seven.

As he progressed through the Junior and Senior School, along the way:

• he rowed in the 1933 and 1934 1st Crew
• in 1934 he was a member of the 1st XVIII football team
• in 1935 he captained the 1st XV Rugby, 3 years after Rugby started as a sport at ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ
• in 1934 and 1935 he was Captain of Morrison House
• in 1934 he was a School Prefect
• in 1935 he was appointed as School Captain

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He was a member of the OSCA Council from 1936-1950 and he was also ordained as a minister of the Presbyterian Church of Victoria and served as Moderator.

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Bill was accompanied by his son John (‘70), Mr Scott Montgomery, Executive Director of OSCA and current School Captain, Dion Whitfield.

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School Principal, Dr Scott Marsh warmly welcomed back Bill to his school and after much applause by our awe-struck current students, presented him with a ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ Foundation Certificate to recognize the past and current support that he has made to his school.

Junior School Assembly

After lunch in the Junior School’s Ramsay Room, Bill’s next appointment was to attend a special Assembly in the Junior School Assembly Hall. There the boys – from Prep to Year 6 – sat and listened most attentively as the Head of the Junior School, Tom Savill welcomed Bill Morgan as a very special guest.

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‘How long do you think it is since Bill Morgan started at ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ?’ Mr Savill asked the boys. To much laughter, a Prep boy called out, ‘A very, very long time ago!’ A Year 1 boy added: ‘One hundred years!’

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Mr Savill agreed that it was indeed a very, very long time ago – in fact, he said, it was 100 years to the day since Bill had started at ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ.

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A page from the ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ Admissions Register was projected onto the big screen, showing that ‘William Morgan’ began his ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ career on 5 June 1923, and that his attendance record was perfect for at least his first two months at the school.

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Year 6 boys Ethan So and Angus Murray were ready with some questions. Asked to recall his early days at ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ, Bill said that most boys in his year had started in February, and as his first day was in June, he felt very much like a new boy.

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Feeling a little sad, at lunchtime on that first day he wandered down onto the oval where boys were playing ball games. A ball flew through the air nearby and in a reflex action, Bill caught it. An older boy approached him: ‘Get off the ground!’ he said. Bill has never forgotten what came next. Bill’s older brother, John, confronted the first boy: ‘Leave him alone! He has as much right as you do to be on the ground!’ That act of brotherly kindness made him feel much better, and has resonated with Bill over the 100 years since that very first day at ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ.

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Asked who his favourite teacher had been, Bill recalled several teachers’ names and the classrooms in which they taught, but he said, ‘I’m not prepared to name my favourite teacher – I loved them all!’

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To the question, ‘Did you get into trouble at school?’ Bill replied emphatically, ‘Oh yes!’ He said that the cottage of Bob Horne – ¾«¶«Ó°Òµâ€™s Groundsman from 1895 to 1929 – used to be where the school hospital now stands. Bill and another boy had crept under a hedge to pick some apples from a tree in Bob’s garden – but they were caught in the act! Their response was to flee, running down what is now Monash Drive and out into Glenferrie Road, chased by Bob Horne, who caught up with them at the level crossing when the gates closed to allow a train to cross.

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They were frogmarched back to school, and next day they rather nervously fronted the Headmaster, Mr Waller, fully expecting to be caned for their misdemeanour. Instead, Waller spoke quietly to them about what was wrong with stealing, and taught them the value of honesty. That message has also resonated with Bill over the mists of a century.

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He encouraged the boys to appreciate the excellent ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ education they were enjoying, and to strive to make ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ a better place that it was when they started.

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Thanking Bill for his presence at Assembly, Tom Savill said the boys had learned a lot from Bill about the value of responsibility, respect, honesty and trust. The boys applauded Bill, then moved off quietly to their classrooms.

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All that was now left was for Bill to make his farewells and, supported by his son, John (’69) to make his way home, after a remarkable day commemorating a unique event in ¾«¶«Ó°Òµâ€™s history.

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During Immersion Week 2023, Year 11 students participating in the ‘Helping Others in Our Community’ Immersion Group had various opportunities to engage in volunteering endeavours.

They participated in a meal-packing activity for the charitable organisation, FORaMEAL. This organisation is dedicated to despatching emergency relief meals to individuals facing hardships in various crisis-stricken regions worldwide. Throughout a full day, the students worked in teams under the guidance and support of dedicated volunteers and achieved the commendable accomplishment of packing 15,100 meals.

Students also engaged in volunteer work at the Red Cross Derrimut Distribution Centre. Their involvement revolved around the task of sorting newly donated clothes. This valuable experience not only contributed to the noble cause of providing aid, but also served as a meaningful platform for raising awareness about the significance of recycling to mitigate wasteful practices.

On the concluding day of Immersion Week, students dedicated their time to volunteer at a Red Cross shop, actively contributing to the shop’s daily operations and functions.

We trust that these hands-on experiences have effectively demonstrated to the students the meaningful impact of volunteering and aiding others. It goes beyond simply understanding the challenges people face during difficult times; it underscores the profound significance of extending a helping hand, as even small gestures can make a significant difference.

Anne Orgeolet – Immersion Teacher

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¾«¶«Ó°Òµ’s new venture will redefine outdoor education.

¾«¶«Ó°Òµ College is proud to announce the purchase of a new 175-acre outdoor education facility near the picturesque coastal town of Mallacoota. Nestled on the border of a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and with direct water access, this new venture promises to redefine outdoor education in a way that’s truly world class.

The property is set to become the epicentre of ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ College’s Outdoor Education Program, offering an immersive and transformational experience for Year 9 boys. With plans to house 65-70 students at a time, the program aims to instil a sense of character, environmental stewardship and leadership skills in young minds.

Bordered by the UNESCO-protected Croajingolong National Park, students will be surrounded by an awe-inspiring natural wonderland. The facility’s access to water further enhances the opportunities for activities like kayaking, sailing and marine biology exploration.

¾«¶«Ó°Òµ’s commitment to nurturing well-rounded individuals extends to our Outdoor Education Program. An experienced team of experts, who will be carefully selected for this endeavour, will guide students through a range of activities designed to foster teamwork, leadership and personal growth. From wilderness survival skills to environmental education, our students will be given the tools to truly appreciate and protect the environment. The immersive learning experience will include wildlife monitoring, caring for livestock, ecological studies and a deep understanding of the local ecosystem.

¾«¶«Ó°Òµ is keen to become an integral part of the Mallacoota community. The facility will serve as a hub for students with a focus on community service, fostering a sense of cooperation and shared responsibility for the environment.

While the project is in its early stages, our new facilities on the property will complement the natural surroundings. The design aims to be eco-friendly, ensuring minimal environmental impact and a harmonious coexistence with the biosphere reserve.

This exciting new venture by ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ is not only a testament to the school’s commitment to holistic education but also a milestone in the realm of outdoor education. In the coming years, we look forward to fostering a generation of students who are not only academically excellent but also compassionate stewards of the environment and capable leaders in any endeavour they choose to pursue. This new natural environment in Mallacoota is set to become a canvas upon which these young minds will paint their bright futures.

With the acquisition of this dedicated outdoor education facility in Mallacoota, ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ aims to evolve and grow the boundaries of traditional education. We hope this project will be a testament to the power of experiential learning in fostering well-rounded, responsible and environmentally conscious leaders of tomorrow.

Jarrid Bartle – Head of Outdoor Education

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A deep appreciation of the beauty of Tiwi

Harry in Year 11 reflects on his immersion visit to Tiwi College in 2023.

For me, Tiwi was the best school trip I have ever been on. Being with a group of 12 mates and then to be thrown into the Tiwi culture was a camp like no other. To be in and around the communities at Tiwi College and on the Tiwi Islands was a once in a lifetime opportunity that I will be forever grateful for having.

The welcoming and hospitable nature of everyone involved in the trip, from the college teachers, students, Tammy and Tippa, and the local communities made us all feel comfortable in the new environment of the islands and ensured a smooth running of the camp.

We were always full of good food and had lots of water whenever we needed it, keeping us energised for the big days of activities. Every day we were trying something new, which made the experience one of a kind. There were no complaints about any of the activities on the camp.

All the activities took us to new levels of understanding of Indigenous heritage and culture that so many people don’t get to experience. We were involved in rituals and visited historic settings where for thousands of years the Tiwi people have lived.

Whether it was walking through local communities on Bathurst Island, being at the local primary school or seeing Indigenous artwork and meeting the artists, fishing on beaches that are so far from urban life, hanging out with the Tiwi College students – it all gave me a deeper appreciation and understanding of what a beautiful place not only Tiwi is and their people are, but Australia is as a whole.

We have been lucky enough to do this trip through ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ with our mates, and this trip has created so many strong memories for those of us in the Indigenous Partnership Program. They are memories that will be with us forever and experiences that we do not get to practice or do in our daily lives. We will now have the privilege of sharing these memories with so many people across our lives.

I am fortunate to have spent this trip with my mates, where our already strong friendships were drawn closer from the new experiences we were enjoying. In becoming closer, our experience on the camp was made even better than anyone could have hoped for. We were all able to make new mates from this camp in the students at Tiwi College, by being around their school life in the week that we were there.

A big thanks goes to ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ and Tiwi College, Mr Glover, Mr Clark, Ms McCowan, Ms Morrison and Mr Butcher for enabling this camp to go ahead.

HARRY – YEAR 11

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Year 10 Boys’ Cairns Scuba Trip

As part of the Year 10 Outdoor Activities Program, the annual Scuba Trip to Cairns was undertaken and embraced by a hearty band of Year 10 ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ boys, who had completed all their theory and pool skills development at ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ, and were on a referral course to complete their Open Water Diving Course.

The Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) open water diving course requires about 18 hours of theory study and examination, a medical and underwater skill development – not an easy task and a demanding service.

The boys enjoyed 10 dives off the spectacular Great Barrier Reef and completed their Open Water PADI Licence – so they are now licensed to dive anywhere in the world up to 18m. The dives were spectacular and the experience was memorable. Staff accompanying the journey were Mr Riley (Teacher-in-Charge), Mr Jonas and Mr Braidwood.

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The School is deeply grateful to Alex for his generous and purposeful leadership of ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ over the past four years. It is a highly demanding role, that Alex has served with great integrity and commitment. We thank Alex for his significant service and look forward to the continued contribution of Alex and his wife Karen as valued members of the ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ Family.

The Council and Executive warmly welcome Mr Hamish Tadgell to the position of Chair. Hamish brings a depth of both not-for-profit and corporate experience and a longstanding personal association with ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ. He is an Old Boy of the school (1973 to 1985) and parent to Young Old Boy William (’21).

Hamish was appointed to the School Council in 2013 and has been Chair of the Finance Committee since 2015. He has served on the Risk, Remuneration, Fundraising and Executive Committees during his time on Council, and also as a Director on the Old ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ Collegian’s Association (OSCA) Council from 2012 to 2017. He has also been Chairman of the Victorian Scottish Heritage Cultural Foundation since 2013.

Hamish has over 25 years’ experience in the finance and investment industry in Australia and the UK, working in investment research, strategy and funds management.  He is currently Head of Australian Equities and Portfolio Manager at SG Hiscock & Co, having previously held the role of Chief Investment Officer, Investment Research for Australia and New Zealand, and as an Executive Director, for Goldman Sachs. Hamish was a Trustee of the Goldman Sachs / JBWere Superannuation Fund and has also served on the investment committees of a number of not-for-profit and charitable organisations.

A new strategic vision will be launched for ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ College in 2024, which builds on the rich traditions of our past while introducing extensive new learning opportunities for our boys. The Council and Executive thank Alex for his tremendous legacy in developing this vision and look forward to Hamish’s leadership in bringing the vision to life.

Pictured: New ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ College Council Chairman, Mr Hamish Tadgell, and Principal Dr Scott Marsh

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The congratulations of all in the ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ community go to the young men of the Class of 2023 for such outstanding VCE and ATAR results.

The Class of 2023 concluded their schooling days with style and maturity. Academically, they have now produced a set of results that demonstrate qualities such as perseverance, hard work, determination, and great scholarship. In addition to their efforts on the sporting field, in music, drama or participating in any number of other events and activities, the Class of 2023 have made a significant contribution to their school and the ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ Family.

As a genuinely non-selective school, these results reflect a truly remarkable culture of learning at ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ. As principal, I am thankful for the professionalism of our teaching and support and operational staff. Thank you for your ethic of care and excellence that you have demonstrated in supporting all boys throughout their final school years.

As the dust settles on today and the many wonderful stories of academic success have been told, always remember that who you are as men, as sons, brothers, and friends, will always ultimately be your measure of true success. With these results behind you, strive to be men of good character who do good in our world.

Congratulations and God bless.

Dr Scott Marsh
Principal

2023 VCE and ATAR Results

Congratulations to the class of 2023 for an outstanding set of VCE and ATAR results.

• Five boys; Ronan Ahl, Jordan Chi, Justin Nguyen, Henry Rogers and Edward Song, received an ATAR of 99.95, and are, therefore, the duces of ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ College for 2023
• 6 boys (2.6% of the cohort) obtained an ATAR of 99.90 or more (top 0.1% in the population)
• 21 boys (9.2% of the cohort) obtained an ATAR of 99.50 or more (top 0.5% in the population)
• 27 boys (11.8% of the cohort) obtained an ATAR of 99 or more (top 1% in the population)
• 41 boys (17.9% of the cohort) obtained an ATAR ofÌý 98 or more (top 2% in the population)
• 70 boys (30.6% of the cohort) obtained an ATAR ofÌý 95 or more (top 5% in the population)
• 112 boys (48.9% of the cohort) obtained an ATAR ofÌý 90 or more (top 10% in the population)
• 163 boys (71.2% of the cohort) obtained an ATAR ofÌý 80 or more (top 20% in the population)
• The median ATAR was 89.85
• Early measures of ‘value add’, comparing ability testing data from earlier years and ATAR scores, indicate a strong performance from this cohort

Other results include:

• There were 21 ‘perfect’ study scores of 50 across ten VCE subjects
• Twelve Year 12 boys obtained study scores of 50, including: Ronan Ahl (Chemistry), Jordan Chi (Specialist Mathematics, Latin), Thomas Gallacher (English Language), Edward Karunaratne (Systems Engineering), Jay Landau (English), Zichen Liang (English as an Additional Language), Dhanika Nanayakkara (Accounting), Justin Nguyen (English),ÌýHenry Rogers (English, Literature), Ruicheng Wang (English).
• Nine Year 11 boys obtained study scores of 50 including Jiamu Li (Mathematical Methods), Christopher Lim (Mathematical Methods), Adrian Lin (Mathematical Methods), Alexander Lumsden (Mathematical Methods), Marcus Peter (Mathematical Methods), Zhengcheng Tang (Mathematical Methods), Matthew Wan (Mathematical Methods), Edward Wang (Mathematical Methods).

* Note: the population referred to in the ATAR statistics above is the population of the State-wide Year 7 cohort from 2018, including those students who moved or left school before Year 12.

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