CULTURAL NEWS
FROM THE LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT
Individual French Exchange Applications
Applications for individual exchange to our sister school in France during Semester 2 or early 2026 are now open for students currently studying French in Year 10 & 11. Please register your interest to Mrs Richardson by Friday 28 February.
For more information, refer to the information below sent this week.
Host Family Needed
We are seeking a host family or (families) for the visit of a female Year 11 student, Faustine Serager, who will be joining us in Term 3. If you are interested in hosting Faustine, please complete the attached application form and return it by Friday 21 February to Mme Richardson (grichardson@scgs.qld.edu.au).
In Term 4 last year and over the Christmas holidays, Meg and Lila in Year 10 participated in a seven-week exchange with our sister school in Aurillac, France; and Olivia, Jackson and Toby participated in a six-week exchange with our sister school Shohei, Japan. Find out about their incredible experiences in their Exchange Reports below.
Japanese Assistant Language Teacher
We are delighted to welcome Miss Honoka Takeuchi from Nagoya University of Foreign Studies to Grammar from 17 February - 5 March. Miss Takeuchi is currently studying to become an English teacher and has been undertaking studies at Griffith University for the past three weeks. As part of her training, she will now gain hands-on experience through Pre-Service training with Di Pietra and Sudoh Sensei. Miss Takeuchi’s visit provides a wonderful opportunity for our students to engage with a native Japanese speaker, enhancing their language skills and cultural understanding. We are confident our students will make the most of this invaluable experience!
Secondary Japan Club
It was fantastic to connect with so many students and families at the Grammar Life Expo last week! A big congratulations to Alissa C, Year 6, for successfully guessing the number of lolly snakes in the jar. This week also marked the launch of our Secondary Japan Club, and it was wonderful to see so many enthusiastic students join in. We are looking forward to welcoming everyone back next week for more exciting Japanese-themed lunchtime activities – stay tuned for what’s in store!
Language Tutorials for Years 7 -12
A reminder that language tutorials are offered weekly to support classroom learning, competition entries and assessment. Please see the posters below for Tutorial locations and times.
FROM THE MUSIC DEPARTMENT
Grammy's at Grammar
Make a glamorous entrance down the red carpet!
Join us for an unforgettable night of music, fun, and friendly competition at our Grammy-themed School Music Trivia Night! Test your knowledge of legendary artists, iconic hits, and unforgettable Trivia across the decades. Whether you're a fan of pop, rock, rap, or classical, there's something for every music lover with our House DJ.
Bring your friends, form your team, and see if you have what it takes to take home the Grammy for "Trivia Champions"! Dress to impress and don’t miss out on the music, the prizes, and the chance to show off your star-studded knowledge.
A cash bar is available on the night. Please note this is an 18+ event.
Catering included - enjoy pizza and grazing boards!
All profits go to aiding our Primary & Secondary music students with their performances in 2025.
Date: Saturday 15 March
Time: 4:00 - 8:00 pm
Location: Grammar Hall
Tickets: $60 per person or a table of 10 for $500. Tickets are available via Events Online.
Victoria Bradbury
Director of Music Performace