Alumni News

Daniel Smith (YG 2017) and Nick Smith (YG 2015)

Congratulations to Daniel (YG 2017) and Nick (YG 2015) Smith on the success for their venture Fluid Imagery.

Fluid Imagery is a video production and photography company based in Blackburn. We capture ideas that are given to us, developing them with the client into stories that we tell through video. Our passion for creating and sharing ideas shows through our work.
We personally sit down with you and discuss a plan for your content, a collaboration that results in the best possible outcome for your vision.
We see ourselves as an extension of your marketing team, creating video and photography for your online marketing campaigns. We use creative content to showcase your brand, record staff and/or customer testimonials and short-form documentaries to tell the story behind your business.
We create content that flows.
Feel free to get in contact anytime at info@fluidimagery.com.au or call 0430 404 724 to arrange a personal discussion about YOUR exact needs.

Bridgette Kenna (YG 2014)

Congratulations to Bridgette Kenna (YG 2014) on the recent launch of her swimwear brand, BMK. Inspired by the relaxed Balinese lifestyle and iconic coastal Australian landscape, BMK was designed as your summer time essential. The celebration of all body types is at the core of BMK, with an emphasis on fit and functionality of all garments produced. BMK is proud to offer sizes 6-14. BMK encompasses versatile yet considered fashion. Using recycled Italian fabric ensures quality pieces that are environmentally conscious and sustainable.

Alicia Cornwell (YG 1981)

Congratulations to alumna Alicia Cornwell (YG 1981) on her current exhibition at Wyreena Community Arts Centre in Croydon. Alicia is a local artist specialising in oil painting – particularly contemporary realism. Her work demonstrates a love of vintage and florals with an eye for detail and an appreciation for the depth of glazes. Alicia paints items that catch her eye, incorporating the beauty of both natural and man-made design. She incorporates things of old which are offset by the colour and light of nature from her mountain garden. Nothing makes Alicia happier than exploring the colours of a flower with her paint brush and matching her antique and vintage collections together.

Congratulations to alumnus Scotty James (YG 2013) who has been awarded the prestigious Victorian Institute of Sport (VIS) Award of Excellence for a second consecutive year.

A very worthy winner, this caps off a stellar year on the international halfpipe circuit for Scotty, following his third consecutive FIS World Championship title, as well as victories at the X Games, Dew Tour, US Grand Prix, LAAX Open and US Open.

Well done, Scotty!

Natasha Paige (YG 2010)

Congratulations to alumna Natasha Paige (YG 2010) who was recently admitted to the Supreme Court of Victoria as an Australian Lawyer.

Natasha is currently enjoying her time at TurksLegal in the Graduate rotation program and is learning new and valuable skills every day.

Well done, Natasha! This is an outstanding achievement.

Photo credit: Natasha Paige LinkedIn

Dr Vera Korasidis (YG 2010)

Congratulations to alumna Dr Vera Korasidis (YG 2010) who is off to do a Postdoctoral Fellowship at the Smithsonian Institution’s Department of Paleobiology!

As a recipient of a Smithsonian Institution Postdoctoral Fellowship Award and a Peter Buck Postdoctoral Fellowship Award, Vera will spend the next two years at the Smithsonian in Washington, DC, where her research will involve using fossil plants, such as fossilized spores and pollen, to develop our understanding of the evolution of the Earth’s climate through time.

The Smithsonian Institution is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 19 museums and the National Zoo—shaping the future by preserving our heritage, discovering new knowledge, and sharing our resources with the world. The Institution was founded in 1846 with funds from the Englishman James Smithson (1765–1829) according to his wishes “under the name of the Smithsonian Institution, an establishment for the increase and diffusion of knowledge.”

Alan White (YG 2008)

Congratulations to alumnus Alan White (YG 2008) who has been awarded GiveEasy and Ernst & Young’s Innovation for Impact Award for the INNOVATIVE FUNDRAISER: Initiative in Fundraising category. This is an extremely well-deserved acknowledgment of the incredible work you are doing at the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre.

 

Alex Zaccaria (YG 2006)

Congratulations to alumnus Alex Zaccaria (YG 2006) who is kicking goals as one of the founders of social media start-up Linktree!

Linktree is a free tool for optimising a brand’s internet and social traffic. One link, multiple destinations.

Alex, along with his brother Anthony and their colleague Nick, created Linktree three years ago and now have three million users. Well done to all involved!

Read more here.

Crystal Kimber (YG 2007)

Congratulations to alumna Crystal Kimber (YG 2007) who was the Myer Fashions on the Field Ambassador for 2019!

With a wealth of experience and knowledge, having entered the event since she was 16 years old and taking home the National title on Oaks Day in 2017, Crystal is a wonderful appointment!

Photos Credit: https://www.facebook.com/seekimber/

Cheryl Batagol PSM (YG 1970)

Ahead of this week’s Green Week, we welcomed alumna Cheryl Batagol PSM (YG 1970), Chair of the Environment Protection Authority and 2019 Avenue of Excellence inductee, to campus yesterday.

Cheryl met with the VCE Outdoor and Environmental Studies class sharing her wealth of knowledge and experiences in line with their current studies. She also spoke to students and staff at a lunchtime presentation, where she drew their attention to the UN Sustainable Development Goals and asked them to be mindful of how each individual can impact change no matter how small.

A big thank you to Cheryl for visiting us. We very much appreciate her taking the time to provide our students with this valuable learning experience.

To learn more about Cheryl, visit our Avenue of Excellence web page: www.tintern.vic.edu.au/community/avenue-of-excellence

Anthea Li (YG 2004)

Anthea Li (YG 2004) and her fiancé Kenny recently visited Tintern travelling from Singapore. Anthea bordered at Tintern for four years and has very fond memories of her time here, which she wanted to revisit and share with Kenny.

 

Announcements

Weddings

Michelle Lander (Deelen YG 1988) married Greg Stock 13 April 2019 in Yea, Victoria. Michelle was joined on the day by three Tintern friends, Fiona Jury (Wines), Megan Cracknell and Kirsten Bruce (all YG 1988). 

Kate Redwood AM (Blaubaum YG 1966) married her long-time partner, Neville Oddie, on the 23 February 2019. This was a double celebration as it was also Kate’s 70^th birthday. 

Engagements

Sarah Lerpiniere (YG 2011) and Ben Ryding (YG 2011) were engaged earlier this year in a beautiful vintage book shop whilst on holidays in Adelaide. They first met in a Year 11 Physics Class at Tintern and have been together ever since. 

Births

Caroline Langan-Minca (Langan-Fox, YG 1997) and her husband Craig were excited to welcome Jack Julian Lawson Minca at 4.52pm on 19 April 2019.

Briony Karakoussis (Fowler YG 2007) had Sienna Zoe Karakoussis on the 16 November 2019. Sienna is absolutely gorgeous, and both she and Briony are doing well. 

In Memoriam

Bev Barnes (Stevens, YG 1937) passed away 30 July 2019. In her hundredth year, sister to Val Thompson (Stevens YG 1943 dec) and cousin to Janet Andrews (Darby YG 1956). Dearly loved aunt of Robyn, Christine, Andrea, Phillipa & Timothy, and Joanna & Stephen; great-aunt and great-great aunt to many. An artist ’til the end. 

Betty Boslooper (Clark, YG 1937) passed away peacefully on 27 August 2019 aged 100 and 3 months. Betty started Tintern aged 9, in 1932 with no previous formal education; her father was a mining engineer in Burma, offering limited educational opportunities. Finding school challenging in the early years Betty’s youthful resilience guided her path to Head Prefect in 1938. Betty studied at Melbourne University after leaving school and married just after the war. Her two daughters Lysbeth McMillan (Boslooper YG 1965) and Suzanne Wall (Boslooper YG 1968) both attended Hawthorn and East Ringwood Campus. Rest in peace Betty.

Miriam Brown (YG 1955) passed away on the 16 December 2019.

Judith Court (Price YG 1949) passed away earlier this year.  Sister of Gillian Price (YG 1951 dec).

Diane Curry (Francis YG 1951) Passed away peacefully on the 22 September 2019 after a lengthy battle with chronic illness. Twin sister of Judith Tripp (Francis 1951), who passed away a month before. Your unbelievable strength, selflessness and guidance will remain in our hearts forever. Loved wife of Bruce of 64 years and loved mother to Louise, Anthony and Suzanne, loved Grandma to Adam, Alexander, Tim and Sara. May you finally rest in peace.

Diane attended Tintern from January 1947, completing Year 10 at the end of 1949. She was a member of both the basketball and athletics team during her final year.

Joan Davidson (Court YG 1943) who passed away peacefully on 16 September 2019 aged 95 years. Along with her sister, Patricia Greig (Court YG 1938 dec), Joan was the first of three generations at Tintern; her daughter Sally Haines YG 1968 (Davidson), her niece Gini Adcock YG 1971 (Greig) and her granddaughter, Rosalind Haines YG 1997 and her grand niece, Debra Court YG 1991.

Joy Mary Davidson (Brown YG 1945) Passed away peacefully on 25 September 2019, aged 90 years.

Pauline Dudgeon (Frean YG 1964) passed away 8 April 2019. Dearly loved wife of Lindsay. Loved mother of Penelopy, Samuel and Timothy. Loved mother-in-law of Yi-Ping. Adored Grandma of Callum. Sister to Gwenda Neyman (Davies YG 1939). Forever in our hearts. 

Margaret “Meg” Fardell (Davies YG 1941) Passed away peacefully aged 94 on the 11 February 2019. Beloved wife of Fred (dec), cherished and loving mum to Richard and Jenny, much loved Nanna and great grandma and a dear friend. You are truly loved.

Pamela Gange (Brown YG 1943) passed away on the 19 June 2019, aged 93 years. Much loved wife of Kenneth, adored god mother of Amanda (Mandy) Hennessy and family.

Joan Groube (Le Lievre YG 1944) passed away 8 May 2019. Sister of Lindsay Knowles (YG 1936), beloved mother of Johnny, David, Meredith Gilroy (YG 1971), Christopher and Kathy Bennett (YG 1979); mother-in-law of Wendy, Kate, Damien and Peter; and Grandma to the Pascoe, Gilroy and Bennett-Allen families: the kindest, gentlest, most caring and inspirational person to all.

Judy Guger (Grassick YG 1961) passed away in July this year after a short battle with cancer. Judy attended Tintern at Hawthorn. Loved mother of Caroline Murray (Guger YG 1991) and Amanda Guguer (YG 1992) and sister to Jill Samuelson (Grassick YG 1962).

Beverley Kloprogge (Whitwell YG 1955) sadly passed away on the 16 October 2018. Devoted wife of John (dec.). Loving daughter of Cliff and Emily (both dec.). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Christine, Melissa and Mark, Andrew and Leah (past parent and past staff member). Loved grandmother of Jessica, Paul, Elizabeth, Saraswati, Shirin, Georgina (YG 2009) and Rachael (YG 2012). Loved great grandmother of Thea. Reunited with her soulmate. In God’s care. 

Cherry McCardel (MacKay YG 1946) passed away on the 13 August 2019 at 89 years of age.

Cherry was raised by her father Eric, whom her friends later described as severe, good looking, strict and dignified, and her Mutti (Eric’s mother, Matilda). She won a Victorian IQ award as a six year old for her masterly grip of mathematics. Cherry went to Kennon Hall Kindergarten in Glenferrie Road, Hawthorn where she grew up and later Tintern where she made many life-long friends. She loved Tintern, but then she also loved learning.

A loyal, fun, warm, kind, generous, intelligent and engaging woman, Cherry enjoyed conversing and performed the role of mother in her own unique way. Cherry could always make others laugh. Her son Sam said of Cherry, “People genuinely loved Mum, despite her faults, she was filled with love and goodwill, and always made time to stay in touch. Although she never broke her habit of being fashionable late, Cherry always dressed well and maintained her dignity, in every situation.”

She made many lifelong friends at Tintern. Maggie Coad (Slocombe YG 1946), whom Cherry met at age 4 years, said, “Once you met Cherry, you would never forget her.” Dorothy “Doffy” Cutler (Arnold YG 1946), one of Cherry’s closest life-long friends from Tintern, gave a Reading at her funeral.

Having excelled at Tintern, Cherry won a place at the University of Melbourne, otherwise known as The Shop, where she studied a Bachelor of Commerce. When she signed up, Cherry was one of only three women, and one of the first to graduate Bachelor of Commerce in 1953. A trailblazer.

Cherry loved fashion, dress design and clothes, first working at Myer and then as a Buyer at Foy and Gibson. Deciding it was time to use her accountancy skills, Cherry then moved to Flack and Flack (now Price Waterhouse), qualifying as a member of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries. Cherry then joined the Australian Department of Civil Aviation. A new department was opening up in the basement. Cherry recounted the basement was big enough to house something called a “computer.” She was asked to be in charge of the new computer department but turned it down because she could not bear to work where the sun did not shine.

At the age of 26 years old, despite some hesitation, Cherry met her mother Susie and they just clicked. The following year she met her husband Kenneth Lewis McCardel, a very successful accountant, whom she married in 1958 who resided in St. Leonards Court, South Yarra. Margaret “Marmie” Phillip (McKenzie YG 1946 Dec.) was her bridesmaid. Her daughter Louise was born the year after, and son Sam 5 years later. A few years later they moved next door, where she remained for the balance of her life.  Sam says of his Mum, “Mum was a devoted mother and wife to Ken, and after he passed away in 1997, we became much closer and great friends, travelling the world together. Considering that she was 89 when she died, having around 160 attend her funeral at St. Johns, Toorak  was a real testament to the love, friendship and respect she generated in life.”

A Probationer whilst at Tintern, Cherry was the Treasurer of the Tintern Old Girls Association (TOGA later in life). She loved the role, as it afforded her yet another chance to catch up with friends.

Merilyn Murphy (Doig YG 1967) passed away 3 July 2019. Much loved wife of Jefferson Murphy, mother to Christina Murphy (YG 1994) and Wayne Murphy. 

Ruth Nagle (Woodside YG 1943) died peacefully at Mercy Place, Albury on Saturday 10 August, in her 94th year. Loved and adored Mum of Janet, and beloved wife of Rev’d Charles (dec.), you will be sadly missed. Ruth loved many and was loved by all, she was the last of Arthur Woodside’s family of Dederang. Sister of Marguerite Pritchard (Woodside 1940 dec) and cousin of Joan Purton (Stephens YG 1941 dec).

Janis Syle (Outhred, YG 1964) passed away 28 July 2015. Loved wife of Alan Syle. Sister to Roslyn Outhred (YG 1960 dec).

Joan Margaret Elizabeth Purton (Stephens YG 1941) Passed away in Bendigo on January 11 2018, aged 95. Loved wife of Dr. Herbert Purton (Bill) and loving mother of Margaret, Lucy, Catherine, William and Rae. Cousin of Ruth Nagle (Woodside YG 1943 dec) and Marguerite Pritchard (Woodside 1940 dec). Lovingly remembered. 

Elaine Salvin (Stubbings YG 1947) passed away suddenly on the 22 January 2019 aged 88 years.  Loving wife of Phil (dec). Loved mother and mother in law of Alison and Duncan; Bruce and Sherry

Ivy “Merle” Thompson (Youlden YG 1940) passed away peacefully at the Wharparilla Lodge in Echuca on the 9 December 2014 at 92 years old. Merle was the loving wife of Percival “Percy” Davies (Dec. 1957) and loving mother of five children. Much loved wife of Rupert Thompson (Dec.). Merle was the mother of Merilyn Wadsley (Davies YG 1940) and grandmother of Michelle Hall (Wadsley YG 1991), sister of Lorraine Foster (Youlden YG 1939 Dec.) and Valerie Rowlands (Youlden YG 1943 Dec.). Loved and missed.

Judith Tripp (Francis YG 1951) passed away aged 85 years on the 19 August 2019. Twin sister of Diane Curry (Francis 1951), who passed away a month later. Beloved wife of Lionel (dec) and mother to Nicola, Matt, Jayne, Peter, Shelley and Kate (Dec). Best Grandmother and Great-Grandmother to Lara, Chirstie, Ben, Joel, Andrew, Belinda, David, Lauren, Rachel, Matt and Emily, and families. A life full of spark and strength for family and friends. 

Erin Valenti (YG 2002) passed away in October 2019. Erin was the founder of Tinker Ventures, a Utah, USA Company that designs and develops apps and websites. Erin was described by her family as a beautiful, smart and funny woman. Much loved and missed by her husband, family and friends.

Community 

Barbara De Vries (past staff) Tintern Grammar extends its condolences to Barbara’s partner Ron, her sons, Paul and David and their families. Barbara was a member of staff from 1976 until 1990 where she was Geography Co-ordinator from 1984. During her time at Tintern Barbara was actively involved in all aspects of school life, particularly enjoying the Geography field trips and her other passion, photography.

Avenue of Excellence – Induction Celebration

A wonderful evening was enjoyed by all who attended the 2019 Induction Celebration for the Avenue of Excellence. The Tintern Grammar Avenue of Excellence was established in 2017 to mark the School’s 140^th anniversary, and to formally celebrate and honour the outstanding achievements and contributions of extraordinary Alumni in their field of endeavour. 

The Induction Ceremony saw us welcome Janine Kirk AM, a Business, Education, Health and Community Leader, and Cheryl Batagol PSM is an Environmental and Sustainability Leader. To read about these incredible women please visit: https://www.tintern.vic.edu.au/community/avenue-of-excellence/ 

Career and Networking Opportunities

There are a couple of opportunities in 2020 to be involved to mentor or offer career or study advice to our current students.

Alumni Career & Networking

Our Alumni Career & Networking night is back – please save the date Thursday 21 May if you would like to be a part.
You will receive an invitation if you have previously indicated your interest otherwise, please contact Community Relations for more details.

Year 12 Conference Mentoring

Mrs Heather Ruckert the Year 12 Co-ordinator is seeking alumni support for a new session within the Year 12 Conference to be held on Monday 17 February 2020 from 3.00pm to 3.45pm in the CM Wood Centre at Tintern Grammar.

The overview of the session would be as follows:

Section 1: Panel Q and A – Year 12 Revisited
This section would be best suited to those alumni who are more recent graduates of Tintern Grammar.

Questions relating to study skills, tips, wish I had known….

Section 2: Networking – Breaking the Ice
This section is suitable for all alumni who would like to share the art of ‘Networking’

• What does networking mean?
• The Importance of networking
• Tips for having networking conversation

Section 3: Interactive activity relating to study skills

• Students provided with some information to learn
• Approximately 30 minutes to discuss note take strategies and students to create their notes with 10 mins to learn content
• Kahoot or similar quiz to test effectiveness of revision techniques

Thank you for your consideration and if you are interested or would like to find out more please be in touch either directly to Mrs Heather Ruckert or via Community Relations with your availability before Monday 20 January 2020.

High Tea Reunion (YG 1969, 1964, 1959 and 56+ years)

Thank you to all who attended or sent their apologies for our High Tea Reunion. It was a wonderful afternoon filled with lots of laughter and chatter.

We were pleased to welcome back Year Groups 1969, 1964 and 1959, as well as alumni who are 56+ years out of school, for our High Tea Reunion on Friday 15 November at Tintern Grammar.

The official program commenced with a  welcome from our Principal, Mr Brad Fry, followed by a rousing performance by the Combine Junior Schools Choir. They were amazing, finishing off their performance with the Tintern School Song. After High Tea had been enjoyed, many of our Alumni attended tours hosted by some of our incredible Year 8 Girls and Boys.

To view a full gallery of photos from the day please select here. 

High Tea Reunion Year Groups:
• YG 1969- 50 Year Golden Reunion
• YG 1964 – 55 Year Emerald Reunion
• YG 1959 – 60 Year Diamond Reunion
• High Tea Reunion – 56+ year YG 1963 and prior

Class of 2018, 1 Year Reunion

It was wonderful seeing so many Alumni for the Class of 2018 gathered at Beer Deluxe in Hawthorn for their recent (almost) 1 Year Reunion.

Thank you to everyone who came along and helped them celebrate.

Class of 2004, 15 Year Reunion

Thank you to all those that braved the wild weather to attend the Class of 2004, 15 Year Reunion on Saturday.

A special thank you to all the wonderful people who helped make this such a special event! The Archive Volunteers for arranging the photos, the incredible student volunteers who gave up their Saturday afternoon to run the tours, and the wonderful performers, Madison Edwards-Turner and Ashleigh Dowling, and their teacher Lisa Clarke.

Class of 2014, 5 Year Reunion

Class of 2014, 5 Year Reunion

It was wonderful seeing so many Alumni for the Class of 2014 gathered at Beer Deluxe in Hawthorn for their recent 5 Year Reunion. Thank you to everyone who came along and helped them celebrate.

Tintern Grammar Alumni (TGA)

Tintern Grammar Alumni (TGA) Inaugural Meeting

We are excited to announce the establishment of the new Tintern Grammar Alumni. Congratulations to the new committee.

• Amy Cunningham (YG 2013) – General Committee position
• Jodi Evans (YG 2004) – General Committee position
• Annabelle McKenzie (YG 2018) – General Committee position
• Emily Mignot (YG 2012) – General Committee position
• Eliza Mignot (YG 2017) – General Committee position
• Finn Murray (YG 2018) – General Committee position
• Aimee Spears (YG 2013) – Secretary
• Alexandra Wakeley (YG 2012) – General Committee position
• Alan White (YG 2008) – President

In the next few months the committee will be working on establishing their terms of reference and calendar of events. If you have any suggestions, thoughts or queries or would like to find out more, please direct them through the Community Relations office via email communityrelations@tintern.vic.edu.au and they will be passed on.

Back Row (L to R): Alan White, Amy Cunningham, Brad Fry, Emilgy Mignot
Front Row (L to R): Rory Shepherd, Finn Murray and Annabelle McKenzie

Rory Shepherd (YG 2016) attended the inaugural meeting as an observer.

Tintern Old Girls Association (TOGA)

Save the Date – Women of Influence 2020

The TOGA Women of Influence and AGM will be held on Thursday 5 March 2020 at 6.30pm at Tintern Grammar.

Please mark the date in your diary now and spread the word through your social networks.

TOGA Golf Report 2019

Friday 11 October saw a small but merry band of ‘old girls’, Nancy Findlay (Fahey YG 1956), Joan Hoyle (Nairn YG 1952), Lyn Coutie (Stevenson YG 1970), Melinda Thomas (YG 1983) and Deb Guilmartin (Bell YG 1991), head down to Flinders Golf Club for the annual TOGA golf day. The rain stayed away and the wind was kind as we played our way around this spectacular coastal course complete with the intermittent ‘booming’ accompaniment of gunnery practice from the nearby Cerberus naval base – very interesting.

We topped the day off with a delicious lunch upstairs in the clubhouse where we oversaw the delicate operation of an oil rig being tugged out through Western Port Bay.

Interschool Challenge Cup

A trip down the Peninsula to Sorrento Golf Club was required for this year’s annual Women’s Interschool Golf Challenge Cup, held on Mon, April 1^st 2019. Celebrating its 90^th year, the Tintern team of Sue Semmens (YG 1978), Lyn Coutie (Stevenson YG 1970), Jacky Clark (Bovell  YG 1968) and Melinda Thomas (YG 1983) was keen to claim the cup for a first time in this milestone year and the lovely, calm conditions of the day did bode well  for some good golf on this testing but pretty golf course. The very respectable score of 115, however, wasn’t quite enough to clinch the deal; it seemed that a bit of local knowledge was needed, with Sorrento members taking out both individual grades and helping Korowa take the title with a score of 134. Fintona came second with 130pts and Toorak College 129pts.

If you’re interested in joining the TOGA golfers, please contact Melinda Thomas on 9778-3444 or 0417 508 725.

Upcoming Reunions

Book Now for the Class of 2010, 10 Year Reunion

Book your ticket now for the Class of 2010, 10 year Reunion which will be on Saturday 22 February from 3.30pm to 6.00pm at Tintern followed by drinks at Suburban Dining + Rooftop.

Please make sure your details are up to date using the form here.

Bookings can be made through TryBooking here!

2020 Reunions

** High Tea Reunion – Year Groups: 1970 50 years (Golden reunion), 1965 55 years (Emerald reunion), 1960 60 years (Diamond reunion) and all those earlier and including 1964.

Admissions Tour and Events Dates

At Tintern Grammar we provide many opportunities for families to tour the School. These sessions provide the perfect opportunity to hear from the Principal, explore the School with student-led tours, and speak with senior teaching staff. You are warmly invited to attend any of the tours, please visit here to view tour dates and book your attendance.

Calendar of Events

2020 Reunions

** High Tea Reunion – Year Groups: 1970 50 years (Golden reunion), 1965 55 years (Emerald reunion), 1960 60 years (Diamond reunion) and all those earlier and including 1964.

Admissions Tour and Events Dates

At Tintern Grammar we provide many opportunities for families to tour the School. These sessions provide the perfect opportunity to hear from the Principal, explore the School with student-led tours, and speak with senior teaching staff. You are warmly invited to attend any of the tours, please visit here to view tour dates and book your attendance.

Reunion Photos 2019

To view photos taken at any of our 2019 Reunions please select here.

Congratulations Class of 2019

Congratulations to the Class of 2019

Our Year 12 VCE students received their results last Thursday. We are very pleased to share that our students’ results across the board have been very strong and we congratulate our VCE cohort for their hard work and dedication to achieve these results. We are also very pleased to share an improvement in our median ATAR to 77.1 (2018 – 72.4), which is an outstanding result.

Below is a brief summary of our VCE results.

• Congratulations to our VCE Dux, Oscar De Jong who achieved an ATAR of 99.4
• Congratulations to our International Dux, Zhaoxuan (Steven) Li, who achieved an ATAR of 94.9
• 1.37% of Tintern VCE students achieved an ATAR score above 99
• 4.11% of Tintern VCE students achieved an ATAR score above 97
• 19.18% of Tintern VCE students achieved an ATAR score above 90
• 31.51% of Tintern VCE students achieved an ATAR score above 85
• 41.10% of Tintern VCE students achieved an ATAR score above 80
• Median ATAR 77.1 (72.4 last year)

These results reflect the hard work of our students and the support and excellent teaching provided here at Tintern Grammar. The school community joins with family and friends of our VCE graduates in congratulating all our students and wishing them our best for the exciting adventures that await them.

On 3 January 2020, our International Baccalaureate Diploma cohort will receive their results and we will then have a complete picture of our Year 12 results. We look forward to congratulating our IB students in January and sharing both their success and our combined results for the Class of 2019.

By Bradley Fry, Principal

Around the School

2019 Giant Fair funds Wind Generator!

August saw the installation of the wind generator purchased with funds from our 2017 and 2019. Next time you are passing by be sure to check out the impressive new addition!

In the quest for a brighter, cleaner future, Tintern is committed to becoming self-sustainable. To help us achieve this, and to further enrich our students’ understanding and learning of sustainable practices, we welcome your contribution to this year’s Annual Appeal. Learn more or donate here: www.tintern.vic.edu.au/annualappeal

Spring Celebration 2019

An incredible afternoon was had by all those who braved the cold weather and intermittent rain to attend the 2019 Spring Celebration. The Friends of Young Farmers once again worked hard to create a welcoming and family-friendly event open to all current, past and future students and their families.

The Tintern Young Farmers were also to be found helping in all aspects of the Spring Celebration.

Here’s hoping to better weather for the 2020 Spring Celebration!

Presentation Ball

A magical evening was had by all at the 2019 Presentation Ball. Hosted at the Karralyka Centre on Friday 20 September, the volunteer group once again worked tirelessly to create an incredible experience for the Presentees and their partners.

Spring Garden Tour

Thank you to everyone who attended the Spring Garden Tour on Friday 25 October. A wonderful day was had by all, even if the weather was very temperamental.

Our first stop was Mornington Botanical Rose Garden for morning tea and a guided tour, provided by the incredible group of volunteers who run it.

The two-course lunch at The Grand Mornington was delicious. The day finished with a tour with the Head Gardeners of Heronswood House and Gardens.

Thank you to our generous sponsors who supported the Garden Tour this year:

• Ventura Bus
• Yarra Valley & Ranges Country Life
• Canterbury Rd Flower Gallery
  
• Seasol
  
• Hardrock Climbing
  
• Multicrop (Aust.)
• And the Tintern Parent Group

Community Celebration Day

What a wonderful day last Thursday was! Thank you to everyone for joining us for this special occasion to celebrate our wonderful school community. Click here to see the photo gallery: https://photos.app.goo.gl/HGfNttkxT5FMmQ1K9

A big thank you to Lelulah Boutique in Ringwood East for their generous donation of a voucher and scarf for our door prize!

Munch with the Musos

The CM Wood Centre was filled to capacity on the morning of 24 November Sunday morning as the Friends of Music ran their most successful “Munch with the Musos” yet! This is the 12^th year that the committee has mounted this wonderful event which brings together our Junior School and Middle School performers (and a smattering of senior students), with a Christmas theme being the order of the day. Somewhere in the vicinity of 380 people, including students and their family members and staff enjoyed the musical items performed by choirs, orchestras and bands.

As well as festive music, the event provided time for socialising, munching on tasty morsels, reflecting on the past year, and a familial atmosphere that wouldn’t be possible without the incredible organisational efforts of our Friends of Music committee. Thank you to the hard-working parents, who set up the hall on Friday afternoon (in the dull afternoon light, as we pondered the possibility of no power on Sunday!) and then arrived at 7.30am on Sunday to make sandwiches, cut fruit and get the sprinkles onto the fairy bread! Their efforts are greatly appreciated by the Music Department and the wider school community.

Footy Tipping 2019

Congratulations to the winners of the 2019 Footy Tipping competition.

The home and away season has come to a close and so has our footy tipping competition. On behalf of Community Relations, thank you to everyone who participated in the competition and congratulations to our prize winners.

Please note Prize Money for the place getters has been combined to accommodate multiple winners in each category.

To enter the Footy Tipping competition in 2020, please visit this website closer to when the season commences. 

After hours campus access

We are changing arrangements for after-hours access to the campus.

General access to the campus between 5pm and 7am, whether by vehicle or by foot, will be restricted to enter via Gate 1 only (corner Morinda and Loma Streets). All other vehicle and pedestrian gates will shut and lock at 5pm.

If there is a scheduled evening function on campus, Gate 1 will certainly be open, and parking and access will also be available for all attendees through Gate 7 – the Staff/Bush/Community car park, accessed through Alexandra Road near Eastwood Primary. Parking for nominated members of the community requiring close proximity access will be available by arrangement via Gate 8 (Administration) car park, as it has been previously.

Please note that all gates will allow exit at any time, via either the exit press button (pedestrian gates), or a pad under the road (vehicle gates).

I thank you for your understanding and accommodation of this change.

Archive Images

From Left: Year Group 1944 in 1934, Tintern in the 1930s, 1970: Boarding House Seniors

From Left: Chemistry Lesson 1937, Science Laboratory 1960, Speagle Science Centre 2019

From Left: Pirates of Penzance 2010, West Side Story 2011, High School Musical 2019