The McDonald College in Sydney, Australia | Performing arts school

The McDonald College

Locality: Sydney, Australia

Phone: +61 2 9752 0500

Address: 17 George Street, North Strathfield 2137 Sydney, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.mcdonald.nsw.edu.au

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25.01.2022 As part of #NAIDOC2020 week our Junior School captains and Prefects performed a flag-raising ceremony of the Australian and Aboriginal flags. We acknowledge the traditional custodians of this land, the Wongal people of the Darugnation. We acknowledge that this land was, has been and will always be, Aboriginal land.

23.01.2022 In celebration of #NAIDOC2020, we are excited to share a snapshot of our recent Year 10 History Rights and Freedoms exhibition*. Over the course of Term 3, Year 10 History students created galleries examining the struggle for Indigenous rights and freedoms from 1945 to the present as part of an HSIE Project Based Learning initiative led by Mr Chris O'Connell. The exhibition was designed to provide the College with a multi-use reflective space to engage students and staff in t...hinking deeply about their own role in the story of reconciliation. Alongside the library of Indigenous authors and content, curated by our College librarian, staff and students were encouraged to attach a hand with the message of 'Sorry' to the Indigenous flag wall. As we all reflect this NAIDOC week, we remember that this land always was, and always will be that of the First Nations people, who have been the spiritual and cultural custodians of this land for over 65,000 years. (*Please note that this is only a sample of the works in the exhibition due to the cultural sensitivity of some of the artworks. This clip contains photographs of deceased Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples).

22.01.2022 K-1 Experience Days create an opportunity for Preschool students to explore the transition to big school through a range of enriching and diverse learning, performance and socialisation activities. We invite prospective families to register for an upcoming Experience Day in 2021, including our first event on Wednesday 17 March. https://bit.ly/K1EXPDAY

22.01.2022 Congratulations to Evan (Year 7) for his first TV commercial, which has gone to air and will be played throughout the Christmas season. The campaign is for NRMA Insurance.

17.01.2022 "Being an actor is about being a storyteller. When I read a script for the first time, I think about all the ways I can fully step out of my shoes and into the shoes of the character. It's my own kind of euphoria."... Nick's journey. Discover Your Journey. Discover The McDonald College in 2021. https://bit.ly/SayHelloin2021

16.01.2022 Last minute places are available to join us next week at International Summer School 2021!

13.01.2022 Join us for our first enrolment event of 2021 at Open Morning on Wednesday 17 February. These events give prospective families the opportunity to meet the Principal whilst exploring our learning and performing arts facilities. We also welcome registrations from prospective families interested in our Infants School, starting from Kindergarten. Register now: http://bit.ly/2nzGAHA

10.01.2022 Congratulations to Lily, Genevieve, Isabella and Jamie (not pictured) for being a finalist in the Videos for Change competition, which received over 300 entries nationally. Videos for Change gives young people the opportunity to make one-minute videos on social issues that they care about. Thanks to Hannah from High Resolves for visiting us today and presenting the students with their certificates and prizes.

10.01.2022 Like many of our performances this year, An Evening of Classical Ballet will not be presented to a live audience. We've been busy recording our performances so that we still have something special to share with our community. A big thanks to our production team, including Peter Eirth, Zach Austin and Carolyn Yates for making our showcases come to life on film.

08.01.2022 The cast of Hamilton Australia was recently announced and features former student Kim Taylor who will be the Dance Captain. Kim also worked on Hamilton on Broadway and is featured in the trailer below. Tickets on sale now!

08.01.2022 Congratulations to the following students who received awards in their age groups at the recent NSW Irish Dance State Championships: Ryan (1st place), Mia (3rd place), Natalie (2nd place) and Piper (1st place). They have all qualified for the World Championships in 2021. This is also Ryan's 8th first place title in a row.

07.01.2022 Premier State Ballet Youth Company will be hosting auditions on 30 January and 6 February 2021. Students interested in auditioning must be in Year 8 & up at school and be studying classical ballet at a minimum of Intermediate Foundation level. This is a unique opportunity for students to be part of a youth ballet company and full length production at Riverside Theatres. Register now. https://bit.ly/3oTZhAk

05.01.2022 2020 has been a year like no other and we commend our Year 12s for showing such resilience and commitment towards completing your HSC. We are proud of you all.

03.01.2022 International Summer School's Junior program has sold out! A big thanks to everyone who has booked. Families still interested in enrolling their child can join our waitlist: https://www.internationalsummerschool.com.au/juniors Enrolments for our #ISS2021 Senior program are limited! We encourage families to book to secure your child's enrolment.

01.01.2022 The Stickie Gang on ABC TV + iview features Kim (Year 3) as Mia. The show is based on three main characters (and their dog) who love learning and solving problems together. All episodes are available to stream online.