Have you ever wanted to be an astronaut? Here at Girls Grammar, one of our most popular and longest-running international programs is Space Camp, where students get the chance to take one step closer to that dream.In this episode, Principal, Ms Jacinda Euler, speaks with three students who recently returned from Space Camp—about what they encountered, learned, and hope to achieve in aerospace and aeronautics.  

Have you ever wanted to be an astronaut?  Here at Girls Grammar, one of our most popular and longest-running international programs is Space Camp, where students get the chance to take one step closer to that dream. In this episode, Principal, Ms Jacinda Euler, speaks with three students who recently returned from Space Camp—about what they encountered, learned, and hope to achieve in aerospace and aeronautics.

From the Students: Space Camp

In early 2023, social media furore erupted after publisher, Puffin, employed sensitivity editors to rewrite parts of Roald Dahl's books deemed offensive.Throughout history,  artists, authors and musicians have been censored by various authority figures, but in recent decades, activists and social media campaigns have called for pieces to be edited, 'cancelled', or removed from exhibitions.How do we decide when—or if—it is appropriate to change or remove a published work? To discuss this complicated issue, Principal, Ms Jacinda Euler, is joined by Deputy Principal (Academic), Dr Bruce Addison, Director of English, Ms Jo Genders, and Visual Arts teacher, Ms Kirsten Eadie.

In early 2023, social media furore erupted after publisher, Puffin, employed sensitivity editors to rewrite parts of Roald Dahl's books deemed offensive. Throughout history,  artists, authors and musicians have been censored by various authority figures, but in recent decades, activists and social media campaigns have called for pieces to be edited, 'cancelled', or removed from exhibitions.How do we decide when—or if—it is appropriate to change or remove a published work?  To discuss this complicated issue, Principal, Ms Jacinda Euler, is joined by Deputy Principal (Academic), Dr Bruce Addison, Director of English, Ms Jo Genders, and Visual Arts teacher, Ms Kirsten Eadie.

Censorship of Books, Art and Music

Adam Shoemaker

In recognition of NAIDOC Week 2023, Illumine shares Part 2 of Principal, Ms Jacinda Euler Welsh, in discussion with Professor Adam Shoemaker, Vice Chancellor of Victoria University.Much of Professor Shoemaker’s past three decades has been spent listening to, recording and sharing the work of Indigenous Australians. As one of Australia’s foremost researchers in Indigenous literature and culture, Professor Shoemaker has written nine books on the subject.In this conversation, Professor Shoemaker shares some of the lessons he has learned through hearing the stories, wisdom and history of First Nations People. Year 12 students and members of the School’s Uralla Club—Liza, Tung-Hi and Katie—also share their thoughts about being involved in the development of the School’s Reconciliation Action Plan.

In recognition of NAIDOC Week 2023, Illumine shares Part 2 of Principal, Ms Jacinda Euler Welsh, in discussion with Professor Adam Shoemaker, Vice Chancellor of Victoria University.Much of Professor Shoemaker’s past three decades has been spent listening to, recording and sharing the work of Indigenous Australians. As one of Australia’s foremost researchers in Indigenous literature and culture, Professor Shoemaker has written nine books on the subject.In this conversation, Professor Shoemaker shares some of the lessons he has learned through hearing the stories, wisdom and history of First Nations People. Year 12 students and members of the School’s Uralla Club—Liza, Tung-Hi and Katie—also share their thoughts about being involved in the development of the School’s Reconciliation Action Plan.

The path to reconciliation with Professor Adam Shoemaker

In the critical developmental years of secondary school, students need safe spaces to explore and debate the important issues affecting their lives, identity, and understanding of the world. In this episode, Principal, Ms Jacinda Euler Welsh, sat down with three senior students—Sophie, Yasmin and Sophie—who have all participated in one such forum at Brisbane Girls Grammar School: the Educate and Empower group.Listen to the students' conversation about the group's coverage of topics such as religion, identity, and how the School can encourage diverse student voices.

In the critical developmental years of secondary school, students need safe spaces to explore and debate the important issues affecting their lives, identity, and understanding of the world. In this episode, Principal, Ms Jacinda Euler Welsh, sat down with three senior students—Sophie, Yasmin and Sophie—who have all participated in one such forum at Brisbane Girls Grammar School: the Educate and Empower group.Listen to the students' conversation about the group's coverage of topics such as religion, identity, and how the School can encourage diverse student voices.

From the Students: Educate and Empower—shining a light on what’s not discussed in class

With so many exceptional tertiary options available in Australia, it’s no wonder the idea of international study may not always be top of mind. However, the benefits of studying overseas—for your whole degree or only for a semester or two—are endless.To explore why overseas tertiary study can be so enriching, Principal, Ms Jacinda Euler Welsh, spoke to Director of Tertiary Pathways, Ms Louise Walls, and Head of Ancient History, Dr Rashna Taraporewalla, as well as current Year 12 student, Lily Blanshard (12R), who received a unique opportunity with IE University in Madrid, Spain.

With so many exceptional tertiary options available in Australia, it’s no wonder the idea of international study may not always be top of mind. However, the benefits of studying overseas—for your whole degree or only for a semester or two—are endless.To explore why overseas tertiary study can be so enriching, Principal, Ms Jacinda Euler Welsh, spoke to Director of Tertiary Pathways, Ms Louise Walls, and Head of Ancient History, Dr Rashna Taraporewalla, as well as current Year 12 student, Lily Blanshard (12R), who received a unique opportunity with IE University in Madrid, Spain.

The infinite benefits of international study

Year after year, research shows that young Australians rate body image as an important concern. So, how do our students feel about their bodies, and what are they doing to promote body acceptance?In this episode of Illumine from the Students, Principal, Ms Jacinda Euler Welsh, speaks to two Year 12 students, Emma and Liza, who have presented to the School's Educate and Empower student club on the topic of body image.

Year after year, research shows that young Australians rate body image as an important concern. So, how do our students feel about their bodies, and what are they doing to promote body acceptance?In this episode of Illumine from the Students, Principal, Ms Jacinda Euler Welsh, speaks to two Year 12 students, Emma and Liza, who have presented to the School's Educate and Empower student club on the topic of body image.

Illumine from the Students: celebrating our bodies

‘In this country we have the oldest continuing civilisation in the world, and that’s something really unique that I think we should celebrate… that’s the one thing that is truly Australian.’ —Ms Sophie Mynott, BGGS Deputy Principal (Co-curriculum).In this episode of Illumine: For Parents, we discuss the School’s Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), which will be launched next week during National Reconciliation Week. Ms Sophie Mynott has a passion for engaging with indigenous people and communities, as well as previous experience in developing RAPs.Listen to Sophie in conversation with our Host and Principal of Brisbane Girls Grammar School, Ms Jacinda Euler Welsh, as they discuss opportunities for action, learning and developing relationships with First Nations people, which characterise the School’s RAP.

‘In this country we have the oldest continuing civilisation in the world, and that’s something really unique that I think we should celebrate… that’s the one thing that is truly Australian.’ —Ms Sophie Mynott, BGGS Deputy Principal (Co-curriculum).In this episode of Illumine: For Parents, we discuss the School’s Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), which will be launched next week during National Reconciliation Week. Ms Sophie Mynott has a passion for engaging with indigenous people and communities, as well as previous experience in developing RAPs.Listen to Sophie in conversation with our Host and Principal of Brisbane Girls Grammar School, Ms Jacinda Euler Welsh, as they discuss opportunities for action, learning and developing relationships with First Nations people, which characterise the School’s RAP.

Illumine for Parents: Steps toward reconciliation

Do you remember the world without screens?Our younger secondary school students are part of ‘Generation Alpha’—completely digital natives who have been around smartphones and devices for their entire lives. Emerging research indicates that these young students use devices and interact with social media in vastly different ways to their older peers. In this episode, Principal, Ms Jacinda Euler Welsh, speaks to three Year 8 students, Sophia, Isobel and Zoe, about parental limits, screens and their routines, and how these devices and social platforms make them feel. 

Do you remember the world without screens?Our younger secondary school students are part of ‘Generation Alpha’—completely digital natives who have been around smartphones and devices for their entire lives. Emerging research indicates that these young students use devices and interact with social media in vastly different ways to their older peers. In this episode, Principal, Ms Jacinda Euler Welsh, speaks to three Year 8 students, Sophia, Isobel and Zoe, about parental limits, screens and their routines, and how these devices and social platforms make them feel.

From the Students: Social Media and Gen Alpha

Homework, or 'home learning' as we call it at Brisbane Girls Grammar School, can be a hot topic for families. While many students comfortably complete their allocated work each night, some find they struggle with quantity, or understanding what they need to accomplish. Home learning also changes as students progress through secondary school, with the intention of encouraging more independence in senior years. To discuss how can parents support their children, Principal, Ms Jacinda Euler Welsh, speaks to two BGGS House Group teachers: Rick Laur and Anna O'Gorman.  

Homework, or 'home learning' as we call it at Brisbane Girls Grammar School, can be a hot topic for families. While many students comfortably complete their allocated work each night, some find they struggle with quantity, or understanding what they need to accomplish. Home learning also changes as students progress through secondary school, with the intention of encouraging more independence in senior years.  To discuss how can parents support their children, Principal, Ms Jacinda Euler Welsh, speaks to two BGGS House Group teachers: Rick Laur and Anna O'Gorman.

Illumine for Parents: Homework—how to help without hindering

The world is abuzz about ChatGPT and the potential of artificial intelligence. But what do our young people think of the tools that are predicted to run their future?In this episode of Illumine From the Students,  Principal, Ms Jacinda Euler Welsh, speaks with three Year 11 students about their experiences, their concerns, and their hopes for AI platforms. 

The world is abuzz about ChatGPT and the potential of artificial intelligence. But what do our young people think of the tools that are predicted to run their future? In this episode of Illumine From the Students,  Principal, Ms Jacinda Euler Welsh, speaks with three Year 11 students about their experiences, their concerns, and their hopes for AI platforms.

From the Students: My future in an AI world

Illumine is a space for considered thought, enlightening conversation and friendly debate about all things related to education in Australia. In this podcast, Principal of Brisbane Girls Grammar School, Ms Jacinda Euler, interviews staff at the School about current topics and trends in education.Since 1875, Brisbane Girls Grammar School has provided the educational foundation for young women to contribute confidently to their world with wisdom, imagination and integrity. Learn more: www.bggs.qld.edu.au

The number of Australians, and in particular, Australian women, experiencing homelessness has never been higher and it’s a crisis that shows no sign of slowing.  As a nation, we have never been more reliant on non-profits and charitable organisations to shelter women and their children who are in crisis and have found themselves suddenly without a roof over their head. For more than a decade, Brisbane Girls Grammar School has supported the Second Chance Programme—a charitable organisation based in Brisbane that raises awareness and support for women and their children experiencing homelessness. In this episode of Illumine, Ms Jacinda Euler Welsh sits down with Co-founder and Treasurer of the Second Chance Programme, Mrs Marjorie Morton.  

The number of Australians, and in particular, Australian women, experiencing homelessness has never been higher and it’s a crisis that shows no sign of slowing.  As a nation, we have never been more reliant on non-profits and charitable organisations to shelter women and their children who are in crisis and have found themselves suddenly without a roof over their head. For more than a decade, Brisbane Girls Grammar School has supported the Second Chance Programme—a charitable organisation based in Brisbane that raises awareness and support for women and their children experiencing homelessness. In this episode of Illumine, Ms Jacinda Euler Welsh sits down with Co-founder and Treasurer of the Second Chance Programme, Mrs Marjorie Morton.

Helping Women Experiencing Homelessness

ChatGPT remains in the headlines around the world for its ability to answer seemingly anything.Educators around the world are grappling with how to manage ChatGPT, with many schools restricting access to the platform. Is this option sustainable in the long term? Or, should we find ways to use such AI responsibly, and for our benefit?In this episode of Illumine,  Principal of Brisbane Girls Grammar School, Ms Jacinda Euler Welsh, discusses the potential and pitfalls of AI with James Keogh, Acting Deputy Principal (Academic), Kathryn Talbot, an English Teacher and alumna of the School, and Ben Dervish-Ali, Coordinator of Drama Productions and a classroom Drama Teacher.

ChatGPT remains in the headlines around the world for its ability to answer seemingly anything. Educators around the world are grappling with how to manage ChatGPT, with many schools restricting access to the platform. Is this option sustainable in the long term? Or, should we find ways to use such AI responsibly, and for our benefit? In this episode of Illumine,  Principal of Brisbane Girls Grammar School, Ms Jacinda Euler Welsh, discusses the potential and pitfalls of AI with James Keogh, Acting Deputy Principal (Academic), Kathryn Talbot, an English Teacher and alumna of the School, and Ben Dervish-Ali, Coordinator of Drama Productions and a classroom Drama Teacher.

Educators, ChatGPT and the world of AI

To experience the arts can be inspiring and life-affirming, and yet many parents and  society at large struggle to connect their relevance to our modern lives.  In this episode of Illumine for Parents, Principal of Brisbane Girls Grammar School, Ms Jacinda Euler, and Director of Creative Arts, Andrew Pennay, discuss the opportunities that Grammar girls have in the world of arts, their value in a broad, liberal education, and what students of the arts can expect to gain from their studies. 

To experience the arts can be inspiring and life-affirming, and yet many parents and  society at large struggle to connect their relevance to our modern lives.  In this episode of Illumine for Parents, Principal of Brisbane Girls Grammar School, Ms Jacinda Euler, and Director of Creative Arts, Andrew Pennay, discuss the opportunities that Grammar girls have in the world of arts, their value in a broad, liberal education, and what students of the arts can expect to gain from their studies.

Illumine for Parents: the intrinsic beauty of Creative Arts education

Despite research that indicates that Generation Z will have multiple careers in their lifetime, students still feel that their ATAR score is a defining moment. But it can take years, reflection and a range of experiences before individuals find the area of learning that they will thrive within. Recognising this, Australian universities are employing a range flexible models of higher education to support the diverse needs of their students.In this episode, Principal of Brisbane Girls Grammar School, Ms Jacinda Euler Welsh, speaks with Professor Adam Shoemaker, Vice Chancellor and President of Victoria University, about the stories, lessons and ideas he has encountered through his varied and accomplished career in research and education. Ms Jacinda Euler Welsh will join Professor Adam Shoemaker again later in 2023 to discuss Girls Grammar's progress toward a Reconciliation Action Plan. 

Despite research that indicates that Generation Z will have multiple careers in their lifetime, students still feel that their ATAR score is a defining moment. But it can take years, reflection and a range of experiences before individuals find the area of learning that they will thrive within. Recognising this, Australian universities are employing a range flexible models of higher education to support the diverse needs of their students. In this episode, Principal of Brisbane Girls Grammar School, Ms Jacinda Euler Welsh, speaks with Professor Adam Shoemaker, Vice Chancellor and President of Victoria University, about the stories, lessons and ideas he has encountered through his varied and accomplished career in research and education.  Ms Jacinda Euler Welsh will join Professor Adam Shoemaker again later in 2023 to discuss Girls Grammar's progress toward a Reconciliation Action Plan.

Beyond the ATAR - reflections on the future of higher education

Did you stay in touch with your secondary school after graduation, or perhaps reignited old connections at a reunion years, or decades after graduating? Being part of a school's alumnae community can be a treasured addition to one's sense of community and belonging.In this episode of Illumine—Grammar Women  host and Principal of Brisbane Girls Grammar School, Ms Jacinda Euler, interviews three recent alumnae of the School: Sarah Wilkey (2018), Abi Ashford (2017) and Lily Cilento (2015). These graduates reflect on how events, mentoring and other opportunities have deepened relationships with their peers, teachers, and further generations of students.

Did you stay in touch with your secondary school after graduation, or perhaps reignited old connections at a reunion years, or decades after graduating? Being part of a school's alumnae community can be a treasured addition to one's sense of community and belonging. In this episode of Illumine—Grammar Women  host and Principal of Brisbane Girls Grammar School, Ms Jacinda Euler, interviews three recent alumnae of the School: Sarah Wilkey (2018), Abi Ashford (2017) and Lily Cilento (2015). These graduates reflect on how events, mentoring and other opportunities have deepened relationships with their peers, teachers, and further generations of students.

Illumine Grammar Women—Sarah, Lily and Abi

Do you remember your first day of secondary school? Your nervousness and excitement? Perhaps also some terror about the unfamiliar? Scared that you won’t have someone to talk to, or eat lunch with? In this episode of Illumine from the Students, Principal of Brisbane Girls Grammar School, Ms Jacinda Euler, is joined by our Year 7 Advisor, and four students to discuss how they navigated through their first year of secondary school, and their advice for our new Year 7 students who are just starting out. 

Do you remember your first day of secondary school? Your nervousness and excitement? Perhaps also some terror about the unfamiliar? Scared that you won’t have someone to talk to, or eat lunch with? In this episode of Illumine from the Students, Principal of Brisbane Girls Grammar School, Ms Jacinda Euler, is joined by our Year 7 Advisor, and four students to discuss how they navigated through their first year of secondary school, and their advice for our new Year 7 students who are just starting out.

Illumine from the Students: Finding your place at BGGS

Has the cyclical nature of the global economy in recent times made your head spin? The continuous cycle of boom, collapse, then boom again before we tip south.  We can all agree that it has been a tumultuous few years for the global economy—the pandemic, soaring property prices, supply chain issues, the war in Ukraine, and unprecedented levels of debt powering many countries, including Australia. In this episode of Illumine, Principal of Brisbane Girls Grammar School, Ms Jacinda Euler, speaks with Head of Economics, Dr Sam Peng, about the front-row seat we have had in recent years to witness economic theory and monetary policy roar to life, and the wonderful opportunity this has given teachers and students of economics  to see these play out in ‘real-time’. 

Has the cyclical nature of the global economy in recent times made your head spin? The continuous cycle of boom, collapse, then boom again before we tip south. We can all agree that it has been a tumultuous few years for the global economy—the pandemic, soaring property prices, supply chain issues, the war in Ukraine, and unprecedented levels of debt powering many countries, including Australia. In this episode of Illumine, Principal of Brisbane Girls Grammar School, Ms Jacinda Euler, speaks with Head of Economics, Dr Sam Peng, about the front-row seat we have had in recent years to witness economic theory and monetary policy roar to life, and the wonderful opportunity this has given teachers and students of economics  to see these play out in ‘real-time’.

'Rethinking Money' in our global economy

‘What do you want to be when you grow up?’Navigating career choices with your daughter can be an exciting and terrifying experience—for both parents and children. Students today are more aware than ever that the subject selections they make in high school can impact the degrees and courses that they want to study at a tertiary level in their post-schooling lives. Adding to this complexity, the current generation of adolescents do not see themselves as having just one career—recent data has revealed that Gen Z will have multiple careers—some of which do not even exist today.In this episode of Illumine for Parents, Principal of Brisbane Girls Grammar School, Ms Jacinda Euler, is joined by Director of Tertiary Pathways, Ms Louise Walls, and Careers Counsellor, Ms Karla Shaw to discuss how parents can help their daughters navigate through subject selections, career choices, and exam anxiety. 

‘What do you want to be when you grow up?’Navigating career choices with your daughter can be an exciting and terrifying experience—for both parents and children. Students today are more aware than ever that the subject selections they make in high school can impact the degrees and courses that they want to study at a tertiary level in their post-schooling lives. Adding to this complexity, the current generation of adolescents do not see themselves as having just one career—recent data has revealed that Gen Z will have multiple careers—some of which do not even exist today. In this episode of Illumine for Parents, Principal of Brisbane Girls Grammar School, Ms Jacinda Euler, is joined by Director of Tertiary Pathways, Ms Louise Walls, and Careers Counsellor, Ms Karla Shaw to discuss how parents can help their daughters navigate through subject selections, career choices, and exam anxiety.

Illumine for Parents: Navigating the next stage—subject selection, degree choices and ATAR anxiety

Do you remember your first day of secondary school? Your nervousness and excitement? Fast forward six-years—you are now in Year 12, your secondary school days almost behind you, about to embark on your final exams with your future stretching out ahead of you. What would you like to say to your younger self to reassure her, it is all going to be OK? In this episode of Illumine: From the Students, Principal of Brisbane Girls Grammar School, Ms Jacinda Euler is joined by four Year 12 students, Maya, Anna, Nicole and Brittany to discuss how they are feeling as they enter this final phase of their schooling, and their advice for our younger students who are just starting out. 

Do you remember your first day of secondary school? Your nervousness and excitement? Fast forward six-years—you are now in Year 12, your secondary school days almost behind you, about to embark on your final exams with your future stretching out ahead of you. What would you like to say to your younger self to reassure her, it is all going to be OK? In this episode of Illumine: From the Students, Principal of Brisbane Girls Grammar School, Ms Jacinda Euler is joined by four Year 12 students, Maya, Anna, Nicole and Brittany to discuss how they are feeling as they enter this final phase of their schooling, and their advice for our younger students who are just starting out.

Illumine from the Students: What I wish I had known ... Reflections from Year 12s

Of the many uni students that graduate in medicine each year, few dedicate their lives to working in remote and underserviced communities—committing time and resources to studying less well-known tropical illnesses and working to ensure that ‘community health’, really does include ‘working together’ with the peoples from that community.  In this episode of Illumine—Grammar Women, Principal of Brisbane Girls Grammar School, Ms Jacinda Euler speaks with alumnae, Dr Wendy Page (1972), who has worked as a General Practitioner for more than 30 years—primarily focusing her work in remote First Nations communities in north-east Arnhem Land. In 2021, Dr Page’s incredible contributions to the improvement of Aboriginal health outcomes were recognised when she was named the Northern Territory Recipient for Australian of the Year. 

Of the many uni students that graduate in medicine each year, few dedicate their lives to working in remote and underserviced communities—committing time and resources to studying less well-known tropical illnesses and working to ensure that ‘community health’, really does include ‘working together’ with the peoples from that community.  In this episode of Illumine—Grammar Women, Principal of Brisbane Girls Grammar School, Ms Jacinda Euler speaks with alumnae, Dr Wendy Page (1972), who has worked as a General Practitioner for more than 30 years—primarily focusing her work in remote First Nations communities in north-east Arnhem Land. In 2021, Dr Page’s incredible contributions to the improvement of Aboriginal health outcomes were recognised when she was named the Northern Territory Recipient for Australian of the Year.

Illumine Grammar Women—Dr Wendy Page

Illumine is a space for considered thought, enlightening conversation and friendly debate about all things related to education in Australia. In this podcast, Principal of Brisbane Girls Grammar School, Ms Jacinda Euler, interviews staff at the School about current topics and trends in education.Since 1875, Brisbane Girls Grammar School has provided the educational foundation for young women to contribute confidently to their world with wisdom, imagination and integrity. Learn more: <a href="http://www.bggs.qld.edu.au" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.bggs.qld.edu.au</a>

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