Our Middle and Senior School Creative Sessions capped off 2024 with a remarkable showcase of talent, creativity, and courage. Students from all year levels graced the Snowy Shed stage, presenting an inspiring mix of group ensembles and solo acts. For many, it was their first time performing, and their bravery and skill shone brightly before [...]
Last week, the inaugural Arts and Design Awards celebrated the exceptional creativity, talent, and hard work of our Year 7–12 students across Drama, Music, Visual Arts, Design and Technology, Media, and Robotics. From stunning performances and artworks to innovative designs and technological ingenuity, our students inspired us with their dedication and passion throughout 2024. Congratulations [...]
We’re thrilled to announce our robotics teams’ outstanding performance at the ACT VEX Robotics State Finals in Canberra! Competing against 27 teams, our students placed 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 8th, with Cohen, Cailyn, and Georgia achieving an impressive 51 points in the grand final. In addition to these top placements, our teams received multiple awards [...]
Peaks of Curiosity Alumni Stories—Jack Celestino What path did you follow after you graduated from SMGS? How did you become interested in that pathway (education, career, interest)? Ever since I was ten years old, I was a passionate aviator. I chose to finish my high school years in the boarding house at SMGS as my [...]
Two episodes in, and what are we learning about this initiative? Our small team of willing and able Year 9 students who take Digital Media as a subject have learnt so much collectively. Also, as the teacher in charge, I am developing some strong beliefs about the merits of why a school should build podcasting [...]
This term, students participated in two separate Avalanche Skills Training Level 1 (AST1) courses, each designed with distinct objectives. Both sessions provided valuable skills for safety in the back country, but the outcomes were tailored to different student groups. Stage 5 Outdoor Education—Preparing for the Back Country Organised by Miss Mariah Dhar, Stage 5 Outdoor [...]
Amid their academic studies, snowsports and school productions, our students continue to pursue their passions and embrace the exciting opportunities available at Snowy Mountains Grammar School. So far this year, our aviation program has seen two students achieve a significant milestone—completing their first solo flight before even obtaining their P plates! Congratulations to Morgan in [...]
We invite you to join us for the Kiandra House Fundraiser featuring MAVEN, a short documentary directed by Divya Gordon. Set in the breathtaking landscape of Kosciuszko National Park, MAVEN takes you on a journey through the Main Range in NSW, Australia. The film showcases athlete Chess Smee and members of an adventurous alpine community [...]
Snowy Mountains Grammar School's (SMGS) Year 9/10 Digital Media class is thrilled to announce the launch of their new podcast, "Welcome Back—Conversations with our Alumni." This project offers students hands-on experience in storytelling, podcast production, and digital media while reconnecting with alumni. The podcast is a shining example of SMGS's commitment to exploring, evaluating, and [...]
Can you share a memorable experience or event that highlights the sense of community within the Boarding House? My most memorable moment in the Boarding House, which really showed how much of a community we are, was in Year 11. It was my first year in the Boarding House and we did an outdoor music [...]
