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Welcome to the December edition of the Mac.Rob newsletter, and the final Principal's Update for 2021!
We started this year with such optimism and enthusiasm, thinking that the most significant impacts of the pandemic were behind us. Sadly our optimism waned and as the year wore on, the ongoing and cumulative effects surpassed even 2020.
While reflecting on what to write to you by way of a final message to the community, and taking into consideration the challenges of this year, I was reminded of a quote by David Whyte: “ … the antidote to exhaustion is not necessarily rest, the antidote to exhaustion is wholeheartedness.” So I encourage you all to nurture whatever it is you are passionate about as we move into the summer break ...
Presentation Night 2021
The Mac.Robertson Girls' High School is proud to present our virtual Presentation Night for 2021! This fabulous online event is a showcase of the creative, musical, and academic successes of our student cohort, and be a fitting end to a fabulous year of learning at Mac.Rob. You can watch Presentation Night using the link above.
Palladians Association | End of Year Report
On behalf of the Palladians Association, a huge congratulations to the Class of 2021. I can imagine how disruptive the last two years have been; I want to commend all students on the positivity and commitment that you have demonstrated in your final two years of schooling. I also want to commend the rest of the students who have demonstrated so much resilience in maintaining their interest in learning and, most importantly, living the motto of “Potens Sui” …
Mac.Rob Foundation | End of Year Report
2021 has been another disrupted and challenging year for us all. Another year when the adaptability and resilience of Mac.Rob students and their teachers has been tested and remained strong. Another year when the Mac.Rob community has come together to support our students to succeed …
Mac.Rob School Council | End of Year Report
Congratulations to the Class of 2021 and to the entire Mac.Rob community on making it through another highly challenging year. The students and staff alike have shown incredible spirit, positivity, and persistence. Mac.Rob School Council congratulates the School leadership team for their steadfast commitment to the School Strategic Plan …
ABC Takeover Melbourne
Congratulations to all students who participated in the ABC Takeover Melbourne competition, and those who made the finals!
Goethe German Poetry Competition
Recently, we had the opportunity to participate in the Goethe German Poetry Competition, hosted by The University of Melbourne ...
Holy Art “Nemesis” Studio Art Exhibition
With Units 3 and 4 Studio Arts complete, I am honoured to have five of my pieces exhibited in the “NEMESIS” exhibition run by London-based ...
Australian Geography Competition
The Australian Geography Competition (AGC) is a test of geographic skills and knowledge, and is open to secondary students across Australia ...
Year 9 Philosophy Guest Speaker
On November 18th, Mr. Regalo arranged for social and political philosopher, Dr. Suzy Killmister, to visit our Year 9 Philosophy class ...
Australian Mathematics Competition
All students in Years 9 and 10, together with a number of VCE students sat the Australian Mathematics Competition (AMC) this year ...
Wellbeing at Mac.Rob | Term 4
Dr. Bridget McPherson, Mac.Rob's Head of Wellbeing and Engagement, provides a wellbeing update for students and families.
What's on at Mac.Rob
Pre-register for a school tour in 2022
Future families of Mac.Rob are warmly invited to pre-register for a school tour in Term 1, 2022. Families who pre-register will receive notifications regarding school tour dates and open days, as well as information on the enrolment process of a selective entry high school.
To pre-register for a school tour in 2022, click here or visit the Mac.Rob website.
Join the alumni society of Mac.Rob today!
The Palladians are the alumni society of Mac.Rob and provide a range of resources to students and families during their time at Mac.Rob, and in the years following.
Be supported to achieve your best at Mac.Rob!
The Mac.Rob Foundation provides support to students and families throughout their time at Mac.Rob in the form of scholarships, bursaries, and other opportunities.
