Student Achievements
Debating
Our Senior Debating tea won their first debate effectively arguing that, “There is no politics in international sport.” Coached by Ms Plumridge and chaperoned by Ms Mosch, the girls were wonderful ambassadors for the College. Congratulations to the three speakers: Georgia Dagge, Maddison Winks and Hayley Emanuel. Thanks go to the Chair and Timekeeper on the night, Charlotte Gugliotti and Ally Espig.
The UN Youth Conference
Eight of our College students participated in the annual UN Youth Conference. This is a national competition aimed at educating young people in political affairs, issues and global conversations. It is a wonderful way to develop public speaking skills, educate youth and network with other like-minded people who share a passion for world events. Students were able to amend laws or negotiate threats to democracy, sovereignty and refugees.
The students involved were: Elizabeth Shaju, Jacq Wigley, Jemma Campbell, Katherine Kerkhoffs, Charlotte Merrit, Jamie Moorh, Maddison Winks and Ally Espig. Special congratulations go to Ally Espig and Maddison Winks, the delegates of Estonia, who received first place in their chamber. They will fly to Brisbane to compete in the state finals later this year and we wish them the best of luck!
Be the Difference
Be the Difference is a nation-wide campaign which empowers girls to examine and evaluate the impact of challenges women face. Year 12 student, Harper Weekers’ submission was accepted and will be part of a large broadcast on the Be the Difference Facebook, Youtube and Instagram pages on Monday 8 March.
Thoughtful, impassioned and driven to create real change in the world, Harper is an outstanding role-model for our College community.
While Harper’s speech is set for 10.40am, the broadcast times are set for AWST (WA), so please allow for a two hour difference (i.e. 12.40pm).
Drama – Emer Friel
Year 10 student, Emer Friel, has been cast in TheatreiNQ’s production of Alice Through the Looking Glass. Since she was young, Emer has immersed herself in the arts. Talented and committed, she is one of the College’s rising stars and we’re particularly proud of her for being cast in a professional production. All the best for the great run Emer!
For more information about Alice Through the Looking Glass, go to: https://www.theatreinq.com/whats-next
Drama – TheatreiNQ’s Culture Club
Several of our students were nominated by our Head of Drama, Ms Kelly, to join TheatreiNQ’s Culture Club 2021. The purpose is to provide industry training to talented and focused young performances. Over the year, they will attend masterclass workshops with professional actors and directors, and they will also get to observe company rehearsals. Congratulations to Ava Saldana Lopez, Aiva Tyrie and Emer Friel.
