Year 12

It was a week of big events in Week 10. The highlight of the week was the House Swimming Carnival and the synchronised swimming competition. This event is an MLC School tradition and every year, the Year 12 students compete for House Points based on a tough set of criteria. The House Captains and Luminary groups have worked incredibly hard all term to design and refine the routine. A big thanks goes to the Heads of House for helping Year 12 throughout the term.

Synchro is the event everyone waits for and this year was no exception. Congratulations to Summer Shrestha, Captain and Bernice Chan, Vice Captain, who led Abbeythorpe to a great victory. They made it look so easy but dancing and gymnastics under water is a fantastic achievement and a once in a lifetime experience.

In Academic Care this week, some 2024 MLC School Old Girls spoke with Year 12 about their experiences last year – finding some balance, time management, looking out for each other and keeping on top of major projects. They shared advice on apps that helped them stay on track and how to keep motivated under pressure.

The Careers Expo was a great success, and we hope you enjoyed the experience. Jo Cilia, Head of Futures and Pathways, and  Nicole Massara, Careers and VET Administrator,  put in an incredible effort to support the girls and families in Year 10 – Year 12 to make the big decisions that bit easier.

On Wednesday, we hosted the annual MLC School–Newington Netball game. Congratulations to Marirose Giann, School Captain and the Captains for organising a great event for the whole school to enjoy.

The Gender Equity group hosted a range of schools on Wednesday afternoon in a forum that focused on issues related to gender and inequality. Schools visited from Newington, Meriden, Sydney Grammar and PLC Sydney. Thanks to Alex Schroder, Mathematics Enrichment Teacher, for her support of the girls.

Cadets are on camp next week and we wish them all the best – stay safe and enjoy.

If you are concerned about your daughter’s academic progress, please contact their subject teacher. For wellbeing issues, I am available Monday to Friday on 02 8741 9736 and by email on sconnolly1@mlcsyd.nsw.edu.au

– Sharon Connolly
Head of Year 12