Achieving an MLC School First in Cadets – Congratulations SGT Evelyn Kerr
‘I have recently had the privilege of attending the DCA ATA at Lake Barrington, Tasmania, as a part of the NSW 2nd Brigade, alongside four of my friends from Newington College. Together, we underwent a series of unique mentally and physically challenging tasks, pushing us to the edge of our ability and testing us in ways that we had never experienced before. Each day was a combination of physical activity, such as a hike across Mt Roland and Mt Vandyke, spur of the moment quizzes and tests, and the challenge of working with cadets from different units, with different knowledge and opinions. The nights brought lots of discomfort, in sleeping bags not rated for the cold, and temperatures dropping to 4 degrees. We also had the challenge of piquet, the role of keeping watch over the camp during the night that was shared among the platoon but still resulted in poor sleep after long days. The biggest challenge for me was pushing myself through the cold and trying to stay focused on the orders I had just received. In the end, my friends and I all passed and arrived home with smiles on our faces, despite desperately needing to sleep. I have loved being able to be a part of this journey, and I believe that I am so much stronger because of my involvement. My friendships have developed, my confidence in my own capabilities has expanded significantly, as well as my knowledge of different cadet units across Australia.’
– SGT Evelyn Kerr (Year 11)
Evelyn Kerr is the first MLC School Cadet to attend the Deputy Chief of Army (DCA) Adventure Training Award (ATA). Not all cadets achieve the Gold ATA Boomerang, Evelyn has and is the first for MLC School. We are very proud of her achievement, we look forward to many MLC School cadets following in her footsteps in the future.
Congratulations to SGT Evelyn Kerr.
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