Genazzano FCJ College
| Genazzano FCJ College | |
|---|---|
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| Latin: Fidelis ("Faithful") | |
| Location | |
| Kew, Victoria, Australia | |
| Coordinates | 37°48′30″S 145°3′21″E / 37.80833°S 145.05583°ECoordinates: 37°48′30″S 145°3′21″E / 37.80833°S 145.05583°E |
| Information | |
| Type | Independent, Girls Day and Boarding |
| Denomination | Catholic, FCJ Sisters |
| Established | 1889 |
| Principal | Patricia Cowling |
| Enrolment | ~1,200 (P–12)[1] |
| Colour(s) | Burgundy and Royal Blue |
| Slogan | Creating the future |
| Website | www.genazzano.vic.edu.au |
Genazzano FCJ College is a Roman Catholic, day and boarding school for girls, located in Kew, an eastern suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
Established in 1889 by the Faithful Companions of Jesus (FCJ Sisters), the college has a non-selective enrolment policy and currently caters for approximately 1,100 students from Preparatory to Year 12, including 50 boarders from Years prep to 12.[2]
Genazzano is a member of the Association of Heads of Independent Schools of Australia (AHISA),[3] the Association of Independent Schools of Victoria (AISV),[4] the Alliance of Girls' Schools Australasia.[5] and a founding member of Girls Sport Victoria (GSV).[6]
History
Genazzano FCJ College was founded in 1889 as a boarding school for country girls by the order, Faithful Companions of Jesus (FCJ Sisters), specifically Marie Madeleine D'Houet, in honour of whom one of the schools houses is named, on its current site at Kew.[7]
The Wardell Building is listed on the Victorian Heritage Register.[8]
House system
As with most Australian schools, Genazzano utilises a house system. There are currently six houses named after people significant in the school's history:
- D'Houet (Royal Blue): Named after Marie Madeleine D'Houet, Foundress of FCJ Sisters.
- Stock (Gold): Named after Mother Stanislaus Stock, first Principal of Genazzano, 1889–1914.
- Gerda (Green): Named after Mother Gerda Prytz, first Genazzano pupil to enter FCJ Society.
- Douglas (Magenta): Named after Mother Philomena Douglas, Principal of Genazzano, 1932–1958.
- Corry (Red): Named after Mrs Ellen Corry, first pupil, first President of OGA (Past Pupils).
- Winter (White): Named after Miss Mary Winter, honoured past pupil. The College Prize for Loyalty is still given in her honour.
The houses compete in Swimming, Athletics (track and field), Cross Country, and the 'Genazzano Day' House Dance Competition.
Facilities
Genazzano FCJ College is situated within spacious grounds incorporating attractive gardens and extensive learning and sporting facilities.
Wardell Building
The original Wardell Building was built in 1889 as the initial school building, convent and boarding facility. It now accommodates reception, administration and the Principal’s Office and has recently undergone an upgrade of the second and third floors that has allowed for the relocation of the VCE students to a refurbished Wardell first floor. The Wardell Building also houses the Chapel and the Wardell Theatre.
d’Houet Building
The d'Houet Building was constructed in 2000 and incorporates extensive library and technology facilities, state-of-the-art science laboratories and preparation areas, a modern careers centre and classrooms for the Middle Years including tutorial rooms and conference facilities. The d'Houet Building is also home to the cafeteria. In 2008, the ground floor was transformed to provide facilities for the Performance Psychology Centre and the Learning Enhancement Area. The provision of additional learning and meeting rooms, toilet and change room amenities and recreation space is also a feature of the new development.
Grange Hill
The Grange Hill Building has undergone a transformation in 2012. Within the beautiful historic Grange Hill surrounds, light-filled contemporary learning spaces have been created to support our rich and varied curriculum. A stunning central library interfaces with communal piazzas and outdoor areas where our students have the opportunity to construct, research and reflect. Homerooms have been re-designed so that the academic and creative domains of science, music, the arts and movement are facilitated by transparent, transformative spaces that recognise and reflect the diversity of learning experiences. There are spaces for quiet times and listening, and integrated spaces that enable social relationships and collaboration. The new Early Learning Centre (ELC) opening in 2013, will enable the College to provide a three-year-old and a fouryear-old kindergarten program for girls and boys. Children who belong to our Early Learning community benefit from their close proximity to our Early Years Prep to Year 4 students and enjoy access to the extensive facilities and specialist programs at Genazzano.
The Madeleine Centre
In 2011, Genazzano FCJ College realised a long-held dream by opening the new Madeleine Centre for Music and the Performing Arts, which is a significant development in the history of the College. The Madeleine Centre is a state-of-the-art facility providing exceptional performance and learning spaces for students and the community. The naming of the Madeleine Centre recognises Marie Madeleine Victoire de Bengy de Bonnault d’Houet (1781–1858), Foundress of the Society of Sisters, Faithful Companions of Jesus.
The building features include:
- 450-seat auditorium
- orchestra pit
- 2 music classrooms
- 13 instrumental tuition rooms
- 2 foyer/exhibition spaces
- catering facilities
- control room (with space for student learning)
- gallery, sculpture garden, oak tree and St Raphael’s courtyards
- state-of-the-art optical-fibre theatrical, communication and automation network
All Hallows
Genazzano has recently leased this beautiful facility in Brenbeal St, Balwyn, home for many years of the All Hallows Primary School Parish. In 2013 the All Hallows campus will be home to our Year 9 students who will all be participating in the Making Connections Program.
Physical Education Precinct
The Physical Education Precinct incorporates Centenary Hall, which houses a full gymnasium and a 25-metre indoor heated pool.
Tennis Precinct
A new Tennis Precinct was established in 2011. The Precinct includes seven new courts, four of which are dedicated to tennis. The courts match those of the Australian Open and this provides a great steppingstone for those who dream of playing in the big time! The clubrooms, while modest, are a fabulous addition. With the College Master Plan envisioning a grand pavilion on the north side by the end of 2020, there is still very much to look forward to as the Club and the Precinct evolve.
Hopetoun Hall
Situated 3 kilometres from the College, the Boarding House offers a secure, comfortable and supportive Catholic environment for our 40 Year 9–12 boarders. The offsite residence provides a great sense of community for our students while they study at Genazzano. Hopetoun Hall is a traditional period home in keeping with the Camberwell ambience. Made up of two buildings, the older house and a modern, purpose-built residence, the two are joined by an interconnecting hallway. The house is air-conditioned, centrally heated and monitored by 24-hour security. Common rooms include a sitting room with TV and wireless internet access, a dining room, a computer room and a multipurpose/exercise room, which has well used exercise equipment. The house has two pianos and private spaces for our students to facilitate music pursuits.
Programs
The Co-curricular program aims to enhance and extend students’ interests beyond the classroom. Genazzano has an extensive activity base with over 80 supervised activities running throughout the College. The journey of learning is not complete without Genazzano FCJ College’s enriching co-curricular and extra-curricular programs. Outstanding opportunities are available for students to be involved in a wide range of activities. Activities span the areas of Music and Sport, as well as a wide range of interest-based activities including public speaking/debating, cooking, the Tournament of Minds, and Science and Maths clubs.
Co-curricular activities are run before, during or after school or on weekends. They may involve weekly meetings or an intensive session/s.
Students may choose and commit to activities on a term or semester basis. For those students who participate in the activity over a semester or equivalent, a colour point may be awarded. These points are cumulative over students’ years at Genazzano and may contribute to the award of a red, striped or gold laurel band.
Sport
Genazzano celebrates a rich sporting culture, having a strong involvement in Girls Sport Victoria. Inter school sports include Indoor Cricket, Softball, Tennis, Hockey, Netball, AFL, Soccer, Basketball, Badminton, Volleyball, Water Polo and Cricket.
The Genazzano Rowing Club (GRC) was established in 1985 to provide students with the opportunity to compete at the inaugural Head of the Schoolgirls Regatta. Since its inception, the GRC has grown and strengthened into one of the most prominent schoolgirls’ rowing clubs in the country. The GRC now provides rowing experiences to more than 100 students from Year 8 to 12 and exposes them to state and national level competition. Every aspect of the GRC is directed at providing students with the greatest opportunity to grow and develop as strong, confident young women. Every effort is made to ensure that all students derive enjoyment, satisfaction, fulfilment and success from participating in sport.
The Arts
Arts and Crafts - Students have the opportunity to develop skills in areas such as decoupage, embroidery and photography.
Dance - Students in Years 5–6 can take part in dance; the class puts an emphasis on fun and learning choreography. Both beginners and experienced dancers are welcome.
Drama - Theatre Sports is offered as a House activity. An annual production takes place in conjunction with Xavier College. Students in Year 11 and Year 12 are eligible to audition for this production.
Gen Productions - This is an ideal opportunity for those students interested in the technology of performance and all things backstage. Lighting, sound design and operation, set and props design and construction, make-up, costume, backstage assistance and publicity and promotions are all areas that will be learned and applied in this activity
Music
Music at Genazzano FCJ College offers a wide range of co-curricular programs. Each ensemble or group is specially designed to cater for students with various playing abilities. Most groups are showcased in the annual music concert at Hamer Hall and performance opportunities are offered to each ensemble through various in-house concerts and assemblies. The following are available: - various choirs - various flute ensembles - various string ensembles - various brass ensembles - stage band - concert band - junior and senior string quartet - piano trio - clarinet ensemble - percussion ensemble
Past Xavier & Genazzano FCJ College productions include
2013- Beauty and the Beast
2012 - The Music Man
2011 - Annie
2010 - Sweeney Todd
2009 - Patience
2008 - Little Shop Of Horrors
2007 - The Mikado
2006 - Oliver!
2005 - Fiddler On The Roof
2004 - West Side Story
2003 - Joseph & The Technicolour Dreamcoat
2002 - HMS Pinafore
2001 - The Music Man
2000 - Jesus Christ Superstar
1999 - Iolanthe
1998 - Godspell
1997 - The Mikado, The Plant
1996 - The Threepenny Opera
1995 - Patience
1994 - The Rock Opera / Trial By Jury / Les Misèrables
1993 - Pirates of Penzance
1992 - The Gondoliers
1991 - Ruddigore
1990 - Princess Ida
1989 - HMS Pinafore
1988 - Pirates of Penzance
1987 - Yeomen of the Guard
1986 - The Mikado
Alumnae
- Academic
- Marie Therese Emmitt (née Pinnuck) - Author; Dean of the Faculty of Education at the Australian Catholic University; Named Genazzano FCJ College Outstanding Past Pupil in 2004; Recipient of the Australian Literacy Educators' Medal 2000 (also attended St Joseph's Convent School, Finley)[9]
- Business-
- Lynne Chadwick - Co-founder of Red Earth cosmetics (also attended Presentation Convent, Windsor)[10]
- Gabrielle Coyne - Managing Director of the Penguin Group (Australia)[11]
- Entertainment, media and the arts
- Fiona Scanlan - Designer, Big by Fiona Scanlan
- Matilda Louise Walsh (musician)
- Jane Kennedy - Actress, comedienne and producer with Working Dog Productions[12]
- Robyn Nevin AM - Actress; Artistic Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Sydney Theatre Company (also attended The Fahan School)[13]
- Margaret Easterbrook - Deputy Editor, The Saturday Age
- Lauren Newton - Nine Network television personality; daughter of Bert and Patti Newton
- Dr Brenda Niall AO - Biographer, Literary critic and Journalist[14]
- Julia Zaetta - Editor of Better Homes and Gardens, Pacific Magazines Pty Limited; Former Editorial Director of the Australian Women's Weekly[15]
- The Nervo Twins - Miriam and Olivia Nervo, fashion models, singer-songwriters and celebrity DJs.
- Marian Trear de Lacy Lowe - Model, author and broadcaster
- Medicine and science
- Suzanne Mary Crowe - Professor of Medicine and Infectious Diseases at Monash University and The Alfred Hospital; Head of AIDS Pathogenesis and Clinical Research Program, Macfarlane Burnet Institute for Medical Research and Public Health[16]
- Politics, public service and the law
- Carol Bartlett - Executive Director and Company secretary of the Australian Mining and Petroleum Law Association; Former Director of the Research and Information Law Institute Vic[17]
- Her Hon. Judge Felicity Pia Hampel S.C - Judge of the County Court of Victoria[18]
- Mary Elizabeth Hiscock - Emeritus Professor of Law at Bond University[19]
- Cathryn Molloy - Member of the Legislative Assembly (Independent) for Noosa 2006; MLA (ALP) for Noosa 2001-06[20]
- Her Honour Judge Maree Evelyn Kennedy SC Judge of the County Court of Victoria
- Nicola Gobbo, prominent criminal lawyer and corruption whistleblower
Associated schools
Genazzano's brother school is Xavier College in Kew. Xavier College and Genazzano have an active collaboration sharing musical productions and instrumental programs. Genazzano also runs a yearly exchange with St Mary's School in Broome. Four Year Nine students are selected to go and immerse themselves in the Aboriginal culture.
In collaboration with brother school Xavier College, Genazzano FCJ College participates in a community outreach program in conjunction with the combined parishes of Our Lady of Good Counsel, Deepdene, Sacred Heart, Kew and Immaculate Conception, Hawthorn. For the duration of one week, 12 students from the partnered schools participate in a community building program in Bourke, an Outback town of New South Wales.
See also
- List of schools in Victoria
- List of high schools in Victoria
- Victorian Certificate of Education
References
- ↑ Genazzano FCJ College: Our School (accessed:15-08-2007)
- ↑ School Choice Victoria: GENAZZANO FCJ COLLEGE (accessed:15-08-2007)
- ↑ "Victoria". AHISA Schools. Association of Heads of Independent Schools of Australia. April 2007. Archived from the original on 2007-08-29. Retrieved 2007-10-15.
- ↑ "Genazzano FCJ College". Find a School. Association of Independent Schools of Victoria. 2007. Retrieved 2007-10-15.
- ↑ "AGSA Membership - VICTORIA". Members (Regions). The Alliance of Girls' Schools Australasia. Retrieved 2007-10-15.
- ↑ Mawkes, Leonie (2005). "Member Schools". Profile. Girls Sport Victoria. Retrieved 2007-10-15.
- ↑ Genazzano FCJ College- History (accessed:15-06-2007)
- ↑ "Genazzano FCJ College, Victorian Heritage Register (VHR) Number H1902, Heritage Overlay HO252". Victorian Heritage Database. Heritage Victoria.
- ↑ Suzannah Pearce, ed. (2006-11-17). "EMMITT Marie Therese". Who's Who in Australia Live!. North Melbourne, Vic: Crown Content Pty Ltd.
- ↑ Brasch (ed.), Nicolas (1996). Contemporary Australian Women 1996/97. Port Melbourne, Vic.: Reed Reference Australia. p. 52. ISBN 1-875589-92-9.
- ↑ Suzannah Pearce, ed. (2006-11-17). "COYNE Gabrielle". Who's Who in Australia Live!. North Melbourne, Vic: Crown Content Pty Ltd.
- ↑ Brasch (ed.), Nicolas (1996). Contemporary Australian Women 1996/97. Port Melbourne, Vic.: Reed Reference Australia. p. 148. ISBN 1-875589-92-9.
- ↑ Suzannah Pearce, ed. (2006-11-17). "NEVIN Robyn". Who's Who in Australia Live!. North Melbourne, Vic: Crown Content Pty Ltd.
- ↑ Suzannah Pearce, ed. (2006-11-17). "NIALL Brenda Mary". Who's Who in Australia Live!. North Melbourne, Vic: Crown Content Pty Ltd.
- ↑ Suzannah Pearce, ed. (2006-11-17). "ZAETTA Julia". Who's Who in Australia Live!. North Melbourne, Vic: Crown Content Pty Ltd.
- ↑ Suzannah Pearce, ed. (2006-11-17). "CROWE Suzanne Mary". Who's Who in Australia Live!. North Melbourne, Vic: Crown Content Pty Ltd.
- ↑ Suzannah Pearce, ed. (2006-11-17). "BARTLETT Carol". Who's Who in Australia Live!. North Melbourne, Vic: Crown Content Pty Ltd.
- ↑ Suzannah Pearce, ed. (2006-11-17). "HAMPEL Felicity Pia, Her Hon. Judge". Who's Who in Australia Live!. North Melbourne, Vic: Crown Content Pty Ltd.
- ↑ Suzannah Pearce, ed. (2006-11-17). "HISCOCK Mary Elizabeth". Who's Who in Australia Live!. North Melbourne, Vic: Crown Content Pty Ltd.
- ↑ Suzannah Pearce, ed. (2006-11-17). "MOLLOY (Cate) Cathryn". Who's Who in Australia Live!. North Melbourne, Vic: Crown Content Pty Ltd.
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