THE SCOOP - Sydney Grammar School

Parent Associations

Barbecues, dinners of appreciation, canteen volunteers, parent evenings, fancy-dress front of house, book clubs, book sales, breakfasts, spectators and a million other things. We very much appreciate the support of the parent associations in organising these activities.

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The OSU

The Old Sydneians’ Union works in collaboration with the School on some major events throughout the year. Working (and arguing) with Nick Manettas, OSU President, has been a pleasure and a privilege. The OSU and the School assisted the Rugby Club in hosting the Celebration of 150 Years of Rugby. A few weeks later we ran the Great Debate. At Back to Weigall Day, Nick and his team (including renowned rugby mother, Kathy Manettas) were in full swing. Events such as these provide opportunities to blend the past with the present.

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Open Days

An opportunity for prospective families to get a taste of a normal School day!

Weigall home games

On 3 August the inaugural SGS football team (1974) celebrated 50 years of Grammar Football at Weigall. On 10 August, the Preparatory School rugby teams were spurred on by the School as they ran down the tunnel. We've had some great days at the home of Grammar Sport.

End-of-Season Dinners

Parents provide invaluable help to make sure that the end-of-season dinners in sport, music and debating run seamlessly.

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Spectators and Supporters

Parents, masters and friends make up a lively part of our Ithaka lecture audience. They attend showcases, the Careers Convention, present lunchtime lectures and get excited about Literary Week. Many parents choose to join us long after their boys have left the School.

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Pictured: Mr Greg Kaplan (centre) presented a different view on issues in economics to the Business Society earlier this year.

Pictured: Dr Norman Swan presented at our Ithaka Lecture in Big School.

Leavers’ Week

After the Trial Examinations, Mr Tom Watkins and the Housemasters host a number of events for the Sixth Form. You can see more detail in the video below. The concerts, Burger Day, Chalk and Gelato Day, barbecues, bands, showcases, Sixth Form Final School Assembly, Leavers’ Assembly and Dinner will provide fond memories for the boys of their final weeks at College Street. We wish them well in the HSC examinations.

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Some wonderful memories from Leavers’ Week have been captured in the video below. Thanks must go to all the masters and others who contributed to this very special week.

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