As CGGS heads into the final school term of 2023, the Art on the Grounds event is an opportunity to celebrate our collective achievements in 2023, a return to warmer weather and the enduring creative spirit of the CGGS community. Experience the talent of our Junior School students’ in a gallery-style format at twilight on Friday 13 October, or after casting your vote at our referendum polling station on Saturday 14 October and enjoy: A delicious pizza dinner from Alex the Pizza Guy (Friday…
Our Years 3 students loved welcoming their Grandparents, Godparents and Grandfriends to our GGG Day this morning! Our Year 3 students joined their guests for morning tea before performing two songs that they had prepared. Our students also caught a glimpse of what they can look forward to in Year 4, as they watched a recording of our award-winning Wakakirri performance. A very special thank you to the Gabriel Foundation for hosting the event.It was wonderful to welcome our broader community to…
CGGS performed strongly at the ACT Schools Mountain Bike Championships recently. Siri (Y7), Georgia and Hannah (Y8) won a silver medal in Junior A, Ash (Y10), Lila, Ellie and Seinna (Y12) won a silver medal in College, and Mille, Annie (Y7) and Thusini (Y8) placed fifth in Junior B. Students in debating and public speaking recently competed in the Kitchen and Tyrell debates against Canberra Grammar School. The Year 9 Tyrell team of Ridhima, Sidhe, Elke and Evelyn won the negative of the…
Alice (Y6) won her semi-final in the ACT Rostrum competition. Her speech “Dig Deeper” told the true story of an Afghan refugee and his courageous efforts to escape Taliban forces. Year 6 ambassadors Aurora, Alex and Felicity also chaired the evening proceedings with flair. A huge congratulations to Mila (Y4) who recently received an Order of Australia medal. Mila and her friend and ‘business’ partner, Zara, were recognised for their efforts in raising over $14,000 for brain cancer research…
Curious to learn more about CGGS? CGGS will hit the road next month for the Henty Machinery Field Days on 19–21 September! If you're in the area and are curious about what's possible at CGGS, look for our booth in the Country Lifestyle Block H and say hello. The team are always keen to share more about our 100-year history and why join us at CGGS.
Video: O Fortuna was performed for the combined Emily Schools piece. The Sisters of the Church Music Festival 2023 finale concert was a performance four years in the making. The opportunity for CGGS to host the festival was a once-in-a-generation experience, and showcased the fine musical traditions of the Emily Schools of Australia and New Zealand. This week long gathering concluded with a moving concert—an embodiment of our collective commitment to musical excellence, enduring resilience…
Experience the excellence of our creative arts students at the Year 12 IBDP Visual Art Exhibition. Featuring work from our Year 12 IBDP students, the exhibition showcases the dedication and passion of our graduating class in our dynamic Waterman Centre, on Friday 15 September. Key details Where: Waterman Centre, Senior School Campus (48 Melbourne Ave, Deakin) When: Friday 15 September 4–7pm. Official opening at 5.30pm. Entry to the exhibition is free. Refreshments will be provided.
Our Junior School students performed strongly at the South Weston Athletics Carnival recently. Thirteen students qualified for the 12&U ACT Track and Field Championships in 16 events, and CGGS achieved the top female score on the day. On 29 July our U14 and U18 football teams pulled up their socks to support 'Play in Purple', a fundraiser for Pankind, the Australian Pancreatic Cancer Foundation. The girls wore purple socks to support the initiative and hosted a BBQ to raise funds. Thanks to…
We invite the CGGS community to join us for Summer Shorts, a comical, whimsical and always surprising drama production hosted by our Senior School students on Wednesday 6 September and Thursday 7 September. Summer Shorts is a long-standing CGGS annual tradition, featuring a collection of short plays performed by Years 7–9 students, directed by Years 10–12 students. Watch on as peers create, collaborate and set the scene for a dynamic drama experience. Key details Date: 6 and 7 September Time:…