Newsletter • Term 4, Friday 12 December 2025

As I get older each year, I feel that the years are getting shorter and in the blink of an eye we are celebrating another Christmas when the last one only feels like yesterday. This feeling is best summed up by Dr Seuss who said "How did it get so late so soon? It's night before it's afternoon. December is here before it’s June."

As we launch into our Summer holidays, I'd like to thank everyone for another wonderful year. We have achieved so much, and there is much for us to celebrate. In many ways it is always a relief to get to the end of the year as the pace of school life is so incredibly fast. This year has been no exception and in fact, as I mature into my more senior years, I feel the pace is increasing each year. We are definitely doing more and more each year.

I feel that our Scots students are incredibly lucky to have the volume, range and variety of activities on offer. In the past two weeks alone, we've had cyclists in Victoria on the Great Victorian Bike Ride, basketballers in Queensland at the Australian School Championships, students playing tennis, cricket and basketball against Trinity as well as many other activities. If I could relive my childhood years, I'd like to be a Scots student.

As we head into the Christmas season, I'd like to thank the students, families and staff for their contributions to Scots throughout the year, for their support of our incredible school and for the many interactions and conversations we have shared this year. Each day I continue to feel so lucky to lead this incredible school.

I hope that you all get to take a well-deserved break and have the opportunity to slow down, relax and to spend quality time with families, friends and loved ones. Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. I look forward to seeing you all in February.

Farewells

As the year draws to a close, sadly there are friends, colleagues and workmates we need to farewell. I'd like to take the opportunity to say farewell to those students and families who are leaving Scots. I hope that you have enjoyed your time with us and that you will remember your time at Scots fondly. I wish you all much happiness and success in your new school.

We also have some staff who are leaving us:
Teaching staff include:
Mr Chris Torok
Ms Sarah Jane Turner
Ms Jane Mackinlay
Mr Alex Stanuga
Mrs Amanda Walsh.

Support staff include:
Dianne Harvey
Julianne Toepfer
Brendan Newley

I'd like to thank each of these staff for their many contributions to Scots and I wish them good health and happiness for the future.

New Junior School Update

After much anticipation, the renovated Library building (1B) was handed over last Monday 8 December and the renovation looks incredible. The finished building has exceeded our expectations and looks absolutely incredible. Our K-2 students, families and staff are going to love their new home. The K-2 staff have commenced moving very excitedly into their new home over the past few days.

In early January the final landscaping of the K-2 block will be completed ready for the return of students in February. Rapid progress is being made in the 1A Section of the building, with much of the internal work now being completed. This new building is anticipated to be completed by the end of February.

From today, demolition work will commence on the old K-2 building so the new car park and Kiss and Drop can be constructed. I have no doubt that Junior School students, families and staff can't wait for next year as we won't know ourselves in the new building.

Wilson House Boarding Renovation

The renovation of the Wilson House Boarding annex is progressing well and looks fantastic. This project will definitely be completed by the end of January. I have no doubt the students lucky enough to be in these renovated rooms will love their new spaces! This project is the first in an exciting sequence of renovations over the next five years, as we modernise our boarding facilities.

Carols

After some very changeable weather over the past few weeks we were blessed with "hot Aussie Christmas weather" for our annual Carols event last Friday night. It was wonderful to celebrate the end of the year and Christmas season with so many children and their families. This event also was a wonderful opportunity to showcase the musical talent of so many of our students.

After a wet and stormy 2024 event, it was great to experience an outdoor Carols event with so many members of the Scots community.

Playground Auction

Thank you to the individuals and families who participated in our online Playground Auction. We were excited to raise almost $18,000 for the playground.
The winning bidders were:
Rope Tunnel & Spider Wall Climber - both these items were donated by three families: Emily & Edward Staughton, Paul & Emma Butko with Monique & Hugh Acton-Adams.
Teepee Stepper- Jason & Abigail Chua
Climbing Cube - Evan & Nicole Heinecke
The Hut - Matthew & Sabina Read
Monkey Bars - Simon & Kate Hughes
Double Slide - Kate Stuart
Giant Slide - Morgan & Amy Payne
Scots Tower - Pooja Rai & Paras Lohani

We also received some one-off donations. Thanks to Andre & Olivia Ellis and Piper & James Ryan for their significant donations and to other families for their contributions.

We look forward to the installation of the new playground in the April school holidays. I have no doubt the new playground will be a big hit with the Junior School students.

2027 Term Dates

Please check the following dates to plan for your 2027 holidays and events.

Term 1
Monday 25 January – Friday 9 April
TUESDAY 26 JANUARY Australia Day Public Holiday
SUNDAY 31 JANUARY Year 7 & 12 Boarders Return from 1 PM
MONDAY 1 FEBRUARY Year 7 & 12 Students Return / Years 8 to 11 Boarders return from 1 PM
TUESDAY 2 FEBRUARY Years 1 to 11 Students Return
WEDNESDAY 3 FEBRUARY Kinder Students Return
FRIDAY 19 MARCH Albury Gold Cup Public Holiday / Boarder Exeat Weekend
FRIDAY 9 APRIL Term 1 Concludes

Term 2
Monday 26 April - Friday 25 June
MONDAY 26 APRIL Boarders Return from 1 PM / Staff Development Day
TUESDAY 27 APRIL K to 12 Students Return
FRIDAY 11 JUNE Boarder Exeat Weekend
MONDAY 14 JUNE Kings Birthday Public Holiday
FRIDAY 25 JUNE Term 2 Concludes

Term 3
Monday 19 July – Friday 24 September
MONDAY 19 JULY Boarders Return from 1 PM
TUESDAY 20 JULY K to 12 Students Return
FRIDAY 24 SEPTEMBER Term 3 Concludes

Term 4
Monday 11 October – Wednesday 8 December
MONDAY 11 OCTOBER Boarders Return from 1 PM
TUESDAY 12 OCTOBER K to 12 Students Return
FRIDAY 19 NOVEMBER Boarder Exeat Weekend
WEDNESDAY 8 DECEMBER Speech Day / Term 4 Concludes (Midday)

Class Of 2025

The Class of 2025 demonstrated admirable behaviour, commitment and dedication during their recent HSC exams. Apart from one very difficult Maths exam, the vast majority of the students felt that they had been well prepared and were generally happy with the exams.

On Saturday 15 November the Year 12 Graduation was held and a great time was enjoyed by all who attended.

We are now looking forward to the release of the HSC results and the students' ATAR, planned for Thursday 18 December. We are looking forward to celebrating the successes of our graduating class on this day.

2026 School Commencement

I look forward to welcoming students and families back to school to start the 2026 academic year on the following dates:
TERM 1
Tuesday 27 January – Thursday 2 April
SUNDAY 1 FEBRUARY
Year 7 & 12 Boarders Return from 1pm
Welcome afternoon tea for Year 7 & 12 Boarder families 2pm
MONDAY 2 FEBRUARY
Year 7 & 12 students commence at 8.45 am
Year 7 & 12 parent welcome coffee in the Quad 8.30am
New K-2 Building Community Look & See 10am
Yr 8-11 Boarders return from 1pm
Welcome afternoon tea for 8-11 boarder families from 2pm
Years 1-6 and Years 8-11 students 8.45am
TUESDAY 3 FEBRUARY
Opening Academic Assembly Years 3-12 8.45am
WEDNESDAY 4 FEBRUARY
Kinder students commence 8.45am
2026 Welcome Coffee in the Quad 8.00am

What a term it has been — filled with challenges, achievements and unforgettable moments that showcased the resilience and spirit of our Scots community.

Our youngest Senior School students in Years 7 and 8 completed a term filled with assessments and academic challenges. They learned the essential skills of organisation and balance — managing homework, co-curricular commitments and personal wellbeing. These foundational habits will serve them well as they progress through the school. Students in Years 9 and 10 completed their end-of-course examinations. While exams can feel daunting, they provide invaluable opportunities for learning, helping students identify strengths, areas for improvement and strategies for future success. We encourage families to discuss these reflections at home and celebrate the effort behind the results.

Our Year 11 students embarked on their HSC courses with enthusiasm and determination. Many have already completed their first assessments, consolidating the organisational skills and resilience required for success in the senior years. This is a critical time for developing consistent study habits and maintaining balance.

A special highlight this term was the Great Victoria Bike Ride, where 11 students and their support crew enjoyed an unforgettable adventure. From the breathtaking views along the Great Ocean Road to the camaraderie and teamwork that defined the experience, it was a memorable journey. A heartfelt thank you to Ms Jane Mackinlay and Mr Mark Fagan for accompanying the students and leading the pack with such energy and care.

Recent changes to social media laws highlight the importance of conversations at home — not only for students under 16 but also for older students. Digital wellbeing, or “digital nutrition”, is about managing online consumption thoughtfully and healthily. We encourage families to explore these excellent resources:

Social Media Age Restrictions – eSafety
Get Ready Guide – eSafety
Digital Nutrition – Jocelyn Brewer

These tools can help guide meaningful discussions about safe and balanced online engagement.

Congratulations to our basketball teams for their outstanding performances at the ASC competition! Our boys were crowned Under 17 Division 3 Champions and our girls reached the finals — a fantastic achievement. By all reports, they played with heart, kindness and true Scots Spirit. A huge thank you to Tim Kennedy for all his work behind the scenes, to parent Matt Whitfield for coaching the boys in such a supportive fashion, to Coach Hill for guiding the girls and to Mel Davies for supporting all the students and staff while away. Your dedication and care made the experiences possible.

As we head into the holiday season, I wish all our families a joyful and restful break. May this time be filled with connection, laughter and renewal. We look forward to welcoming everyone back in the New Year ready for another exciting chapter of learning and growth.

It has been lovely to watch our Term 4 theme of Connection come alive in so many meaningful ways right up to the end of the year in the Junior School. This term reminded us that connection is not simply something we talk about; it is something we actively build through shared experiences and community spirit.

Throughout Term 4, our students embraced opportunities to connect with one another, with our wider community and with causes that matter. One of the standout moments was our Diabetes Awareness Day, where our Junior School came together to learn about Type 1 Diabetes and raise awareness. The Jelly Bean Jar competition was an absolute highlight and generated much excitement as our winners were announced. To top it off, our school featured on the local news, with Alaska in Year 2 doing a brilliant job as the voice of the campaign. Her confidence and authenticity captured the heart of the message and made all of us incredibly proud.

Our creative and performing arts programs also shone brightly this term. The Infants Production, Round and Round the Rain Goes, brought the water cycle to life through music, movement and wonderfully expressive acting. It was a joy to see our youngest performers step onto the stage with such confidence. And in the penultimate week of school, the Infants Choir, Junior Choir and Pre-K class performed beautifully at our annual Carols Evening. Their voices filled the evening air with warmth and set the tone for a festive and joyful close to the year.

We started our final week of school with a day full of excitement and shared fun. We went on a whole school trip to the cinema to see Zootopia 2 which brought lots of smiles, while the Christmas disco and outdoor games ensured there was something for everyone to enjoy. It was a true celebration of connection.

Our Final Assembly gave us the opportunity to acknowledge the achievements of students across the Junior School. We recognised our K-2 students with learner profile awards and our Year 3-6 specialist subject awards were given. This was followed by Speech Day, where our academic and Flourish awards were presented in recognition of excellence, growth and contribution. These ceremonies reminded us of the breadth of learning that took place in the Junior School this year and the extraordinary young people we had the privilege of guiding.

As I reflect on the year, one theme continues to stand out: change. This has been a significant year for our Junior School. We have strengthened our curriculum, refined our practices and deepened our shared commitment to explicit teaching and purposeful learning. And perhaps most significantly, we stand on the doorstep of a new chapter, our move into the new Junior School site in Term 1 next year. This is an exciting time for our community and one that has been coming for a while. The new spaces will allow our students to learn, collaborate and grow in ways that reflect the future of education at Scots.

None of what we have achieved this year would be possible without the incredible people who make up our community. To our families, thank you for your trust, encouragement, and partnership. To our staff, thank you for your expertise, commitment, and unwavering care for every child. And to our students, thank you for bringing joy, curiosity and enthusiasm to school each day. You are the heart of our Junior School, and watching you grow is the greatest privilege of our work.

As we now look toward the summer break, I wish every family a restful, joy-filled and safe holiday season. I look forward to welcoming you all back in 2026 as we begin an exciting new era for the Junior School.

As we reach the end of Term 4 and wrap up an action-packed year of sport at Scots, it’s a wonderful time to reflect on the outstanding achievements, energy and school spirit shown across all year levels.

The Festival of Sport in Week 7 against Trinity was a highlight, bringing exciting competition across Tennis, Hardball Cricket, Super 8s Cricket and Basketball. Students competed with determination and pride, demonstrating strong skills and fantastic sportsmanship throughout every match. Special thanks to our Senior student assistants — Alex Fraser, Flynn Semmens, Bailey Blackstock, Cooper Glass, Rollo Nickols, Aliera Tucker and the ASC basketballers — for their coaching, scoring, umpiring and assistance across the week.

A very special occasion this term was our Infants Swim Carnival, filled with enthusiasm, teamwork and joyful participation. The day was made even more memorable thanks to the support of our Year 10 and Year 6 student assistants, who encouraged, guided and celebrated our youngest swimmers. Their leadership and positivity were truly appreciated.

On the rugby field, our teams continued to excel in the Steamers Shield. A special congratulations goes to our 7/8 Girls team, who proudly took home the trophy. Our Junior School Tri Tag 7s players also represented the school with distinction, demonstrating strong teamwork and improving skills throughout their competitions.

Our Scots water polo teams also performed strongly at the BISSA Water Polo Carnival, with both the boys and girls competing with determination across a series of hard-fought matches. The boys showed great teamwork and spirit in several close contests, while the girls enjoyed an excellent day, winning three of their four games with consistent attacking pressure and a standout defensive effort in goal. Both teams represented Scots proudly, demonstrating skill, resilience and excellent sportsmanship.

We also proudly celebrate several state-level achievements, including our 3/4 Todd Woodbridge Cup Tennis team progressing to the State Finals and finishing 8th in NSW, along with our 5/6 Girls Basketball team, which competed brilliantly at the NSW State Championships, finishing runner-up in the state.

A major achievement this term came from our U/17 Basketball Teams at the Gold Coast, which represented Scots with tremendous pride and determination. Our boys’ team delivered a flawless tournament, winning all eight of their games on their way to being crowned U/17 Division 3 National Champions. Their performance in the grand final against St John’s Adelaide was outstanding. After falling 13 points behind, the team showed exceptional resilience, defensive pressure and belief in one another to storm home and claim a 73–66 victory, a brilliant display of teamwork, composure and Scots spirit.

Our girls team also impressed across the week, securing two strong wins and earning a quarter-final berth. They demonstrated grit, skill, and an unwavering commitment to each other, representing the school with distinction both on and off the court.

Thank you to all students, coaches, families and supporters for an entertaining and successful year. I wish everyone in the Scots community a safe, restful and enjoyable break.

Congratulations to students who received awards at our annual Speech Day on Wednesday.

Year 3
Humanitas Award
Emily Kaye

Spiritus Award
Alfred Mason

Literis Award
Alice Robertson

Auctoritas Award
Sterling Coffey

Proficiency Awards
Emily Kaye
Charlotte Baxter
Amber Platts
Elaine Elizabeth Santo

Outstanding Diligence Awards
Hayley Agar
Hunter Seymour

Year 4
Humanitas Award
Amelie Skidmore

Spiritus Award
Maggie Klingner

Literis Award
Oscar Hughes

Auctoritas Award
Evelyn Weisman

Proficiency Awards
Angus McNair
William Baxter
Matiss Jurevics
Sophia Gott

Outstanding Diligence Awards
Divyan Wagle
Madeline Kerr

Year 5
Humanitas Award • Helen Begg Award
Samuel Martin

Spiritus Award
Ned Wilkerson

Literis Award
Abigail Waller

Auctoritas Award
Beau Deverell

Proficiency Awards
James Robertson
Patrick Mason
Mujtaba Saleem
Harrison Edwards

Outstanding Diligence Awards
Eloise Rogers
Ned Hutchinson

Year 6
Humanitas Award • Greg Newbold Award
Frankie Hurst

Spiritus Award
Clancy Miller

Literis Award
Oliver Jurevics

Auctoritas Award
Lucy Mathews

Proficiency Awards
James Grylewicz
James Falconer
Georgie Barber
Millie Hutchinson

Outstanding Diligence Awards
Alyssa Chinguwa
Cooper Ceeney

Rosalind Smith Outstanding Diligence Award
Eliza Hyde

School Captains’ Award
William Hassapithis
Eliza Hyde

Justin Clancy MP Award for Citizenship and Service
Pepa Fernandez

Scotsonian Association Award for Dux of the Junior School
Frankie Hurst

Junior School Awards

Ingrid Morgan Junior School Award for Musical Contribution
Audrey Fraser

Barbara Tasker Junior School Award for Musical Excellence
James Robertson

Gay St Clair Junior School Choral Award
Frankie Hurst

Junior School Award for Excellence in Musical Theatre
Oliver Jurevics

Senior School

Year 7
Humanitas Award
Jude Finlayson

Spiritus Award
Patrick Wallis

Literis Award
Affan Syed

Auctoritas Award
Kate Holland

Proficiency Awards
Ava Bell
Harriet Bolton
Phoebe Bolton
Sophie Clifton
Jude Finlayson
Zack Ker
Affan Syed

Springfield Award for Outstanding Diligence
Olive McMillan

Dux of Year 7
Vinul Herath

Year 8
Humanitas Award
Sophia Martin

Spiritus Award
Harriett Nickols

Literis Award
Oliver Mathews

Auctoritas Award
Tully Hurley

Proficiency Awards
Smyan Hegde
Ye Rang Kim
Annabel Moar
Kobi Noble
Ella Smith

Glenair Award for Outstanding Diligence
Kaitlyn Gissane

Dux of Year 8
Sophia Martin

Year 9
Humanitas Award • 2/23rd Battalion
William Perkins

Spiritus Award
Henry Miller

Literis Award
Ember Blackstock

Auctoritas Award
Olive Geppert

Proficiency Awards
Ember Blackstock
Lily Brown
Xavier Clancy
Abbey Fowler
Maneli Hashemi
William Perkins

Rosehill Award for Outstanding Diligence
Iola Ker

Dux of Year 9
Lachlan Baitch

Year 10
Humanitas Award • Christine Watson Award
Toby Rae

Spiritus Award
Matilda Hollins

Literis Award
Emily Moar

Auctoritas Award
Mutethya Cowan

Proficiency Awards
Lucy Barry
Alana Bryden
Jessica Grover
Amy Hayes
Lily Malone
Kirsten McLennan

Albury Grammar Award for
Outstanding Diligence
Mutethya Cowan

Rosehill Woodstock Scholarship
Emily Moar

Albury Grammar Scholarship
Alexander Fraser

Long Tan Youth Leadership and
Teamwork Award
Rehoboth Gatchessi

Australian Defence Force Future Innovators Award
Alana Bryden

Olympic Change-Maker
Charlotte Packer

Dux of Year 10
Emily Moar

Year 11
Humanitas Award
Madeleine Clancy

Spiritus Award
Ammar Syed

Literis Award
Georgia Perkins

Auctoritas Award
Anouk Plowman

Proficiency Awards
Amelie Bonhote
Charlotte Findlay
Geordie Mahon
Georgia Perkins

Woodstock Award for
Outstanding Diligence
Madeleine Clancy

Noelle Oke Award for Excellence in History
Geordie Mahon

Olympic Change-Maker
Aleira Tucker

Scotsonian Association Award for
Dux of Year 11
Ammar Syed

Senior School Awards

Kent Hilton Pipe Band Award
Syeda Rizvi

Ingrid Morgan Choral Award
Matilda Player

Hazelwood Music Award
Oliver Baitch

Sportsman of the Year
Jake Winsor

Sportswoman of the Year
Lucy Bolton

Joy Todd Musical Theatre Award
Clare Barry

Paul Tasker Award for Musical Excellence
William Stewart

Year 12 Prize List

Humanitas Award • Robyn Rodd Memorial Award
Oliver Baitch

Spiritus Award
Phoebe Packer

Literis Award
Alice Eggleton

Auctoritas Award
Poppy Millgate-Kimball

Dux of The Scots School Albury
Oliver Baitch

Proficiency Awards
Alice Eggleton
Jericho Ellao
Sophia Fraser
Syun Hegde
Samarth John
Anastasia McFarlane
Poppy Millgate-Kimball
Beccy Plowman
Matilda Tainton

La Trobe University Award for Outstanding Diligence
Ebony Deverell
Joshua O'Brien

William Schultz School Captain’s Award
Oliver Baitch
Poppy Millgate-Kimball

Lawrence Warren Award for Citizenship and Service
Jericho Ellao

Justin Clancy MP Award for Citizenship and Service
Matilda Tainton

Acquisitive Art Prize
Jericho Ellao

Headlie Taylor Agriculture Award
Anastasia McFarlane

The Principal's Award for a Major Design Project
Jock Correll

The Design Award for Design and Technology
Eila Thornton

Long Tan Youth Leadership and Teamwork Award
Taylor Brown

Australian Defence Force Future Innovators Award
Joshua O'Brien

Olympic Change-Maker
Adelaide Hiscock

Year 12 Academic Awards

Oliver Baitch
First in Economics
First in English Advanced
First in English Extension 1
First in Legal Studies
First in Mathematics Extension 2

Bill Butko
First in Industrial Technology

Aneesha Chandrasena
First in Drama

Joel Christie
Improved Effort and Application in Software Engineering

Jack Clancy
First in Mathematics Standard

Jack Correll
Diligence in Mathematics Standard

Elsie Cuming
Diligence in Agriculture

Jessica Dean
Diligence in English Advanced

Ebony Deverell
Diligence in English Advanced
Diligence in Society and Culture

Jericho Ellao
First in Geography
First in Music 1
First in Visual Arts

Syun Hegde
First in Chemistry

Adelaide Hiscock
First in Science Extension
Diligence in English Standard
Diligence in History Extension
Diligence in Mathematics Advanced
Diligence in Personal Development, Health and Physical Education

Nicola Holm
Diligence in Legal Studies

Oliver Hutchins
Diligence in Industrial Technology

Heather Joyce
Diligence in Geography

Poppy Kettlewell
First in English Standard
Diligence in Personal Development, Health & Physical Education

Ha-Ram Kim
Diligence in Business Studies
Diligence in Modern History

Anastasia McFarlane
First in Agriculture
First in Biology
First in Personal Development, Health & Physical Education

Poppy Millgate-Kimball
First in Modern History

Joshua O'Brien
First in Engineering Studies
First in Physics
Diligence in Chemistry
Diligence in Mathematics Extension 2

Jessica O'Dwyer
First in Hospitality
First in Society and Culture

Tharul Perera
Diligence in Biology
Diligence in Economics
Diligence in Mathematics Advanced

Beccy Plowman
First in Business Studies

Ty Salter
Diligence in Mathematics Extension 1

James Shannon
Diligence in Engineering Studies

Molly Southern
Diligence in Hospitality

William Stewart
First in Music 2

Daisy Stratton
Diligence in Biology
Diligence in Drama

Ammar Syed
First in Mathematics Advanced
First in Mathematics Extension 1

Matilda Tainton
First in History Extension

Tuscany Taylor
First in Design and Technology
Diligence in Mathematics Standard
Diligence in Visual Arts

Eila Thornton
Diligence in Design and Technology

Hemang Upadhyay
Diligence in Physics

Stirling Wakefield
Diligence in Music 1

Samara Walch
Diligence in English Standard

Hayley Whitsed
Diligence in Business Studies

Super 8s
The Scots Junior School participated in the Super 8s Cricket Day, taking on Trinity, with three Scots teams of all ages and abilities. Each team played three fast-paced matches across the day. Although the results didn’t fall our way, the boys and girls gained a huge amount of experience and showed strong growth, teamwork and resilience throughout the day.

Each team faced well-prepared Trinity line-ups, but we approached every match with enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. Across all three teams, there were moments of excellent fielding, determined bowling and some confident batting. Players encouraged one another constantly, communicated well and continued to improve their game.

A real highlight was the attitude of the students. Even when under pressure, the students remained positive, supported their teammates and demonstrated outstanding sportsmanship. While Trinity proved to be the stronger opponent on the scoreboard, the day was a valuable learning experience for all players. The students should be proud of their effort and the way they represented Scots throughout all three games.

Hardball Cricket Years 3-6

The Years 3-6 Hardball team had a very successful day against Trinity, showcasing strong batting, disciplined bowling and excellent teamwork throughout the match. Scots posted an impressive 190 runs from 25 overs, setting up the day with a strong start.

The innings began with solid work at the top of the order from Clancy Miller and Fergus Glass, who saw off the opening bowlers with patience and smart shot selection. As the innings progressed, Fergus capitalised on his early work, accelerating the scoring and finishing with a brilliant 70 from 40 deliveries. Rupert Bull also contributed a powerful knock, scoring 47 from 40 balls, keeping the momentum strong through the middle overs.

With a sizeable total on the board, Scots backed it up with an outstanding performance with the ball. Clancy opened the bowling, taking 2 wickets for 2 runs off his 2 overs, putting immediate pressure on Trinity. The rest of the attack continued the strong start, with eight other bowlers - 7 taking a wicket - demonstrating the depth and consistency across the group.

The combined effort saw Trinity bowled out for 23 runs in 10.2 overs, securing a dominant win and rounding out a highly positive day for the Scots Year 3-6 Hardball cricketers.

Rollo Nickols and Cooper Glass. Year 10 Coaches

Our Year 10 Elective Science class this semester participated in the Generation STEM Community Partnerships Program (STEM CPP), an initiative led by the CSIRO. Through this program, students worked in collaborative groups to tackle real-world STEM challenges, focusing on local issues such as biodiversity loss, recycling, sustainability and urban development across the Albury region.

Their investigations encouraged critical thinking, creativity and problem-solving as they designed practical solutions to support a more sustainable future.

A major highlight was the 2025 Generation STEM Albury Showcase, held on Thursday 4 December. Our students presented their innovative findings with confidence to an audience that included CSIRO representatives, Albury City Council staff, including Mayor Kevin Mack, STEM industry experts and members of the wider Albury community. It was wonderful to see so many families attending to support and celebrate the students’ achievements.

Throughout the program, students developed valuable skills such as formulating inquiry questions, analysing complex problems and effectively communicating scientific ideas. Their involvement in STEM CPP has not only strengthened their understanding of STEM in action but has also inspired them to consider how science and innovation can shape a more sustainable and resilient future for our community.