From the Principal

One of the wonderful things about my role is the opportunity to meet our alumnae and hear about their remarkable and varied careers. Jocelyn Maughan OAM is one such Old Girl. She graduated from MLC School in 1955 and is a renowned artist, known for her exceptional skills in painting and drawing. Jocelyn painted the portrait of Rev Ken Cornwell, who was Principal from 1970 until 1989, during his time at MLC School. This week I was honoured to have had my first sitting with Jocelyn for a portrait that she is painting as a gift to the School. During this sitting, Jocelyn shared stories of her time at MLC School, her initial plan to become a motor mechanic and the journey to professional artist.

Jocelyn was a recipient of the 2020 Alumnae Award for Social Welfare and Impact and Professional Achievement; you can read more about her remarkable career and contribution to her community here.

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Visit from Her Majesty Queen Nanasipauʻu Tukuʻaho of Tonga

This term, MLC School was honored by a visit from Her Majesty Queen Nanasipauʻu Tukuʻaho of Tonga, celebrating the partnership with Queen Salote College. The day included a welcome assembly, a Chapel Service, classroom visits, and cultural performances. The collaboration aims to enhance educational opportunities and foster cultural exchange. The partnership, supported by both schools’ councils and communities, has been reinvigorated, emphasizing shared values and goals. Recent discussions with Queen Salote College’s leaders focused on mutual learning opportunities and supporting the International stream, promising a bright future for both institutions. You can read more about the Queen’s visit in this article. Photos of this event can be found on our Facebook Page.

– Lisa Moloney
Principal