Sights and Sounds in the Snowies: Arts Workshops for Teens
Snowy Mountains Grammar School is proud to host Sights and Sounds in the Snowies, a series of Arts workshops for students in Year 7-12. The event will take place in Jindabyne and is the perfect [...]
Bringing our Learning Bug to Light
Join us in celebrating the joy of learning as our kindergarten students unveil their collective Learning Bug at the Lake Light Sculpture festival! Take a behind-the-scenes look at how our students brought their Learning Bug [...]
Supporting Success in the Middle Years
The middle years of school are a crucial time in a student's academic and personal journey. It is a time of transition, where students move from the foundations of primary school to the more challenging [...]
Junior School – Literacy
As the Junior School implements the new English syllabus for K-2 this year and Years 3-6 in 2024, we maintain a strong focus on the importance of phonics and phonemic awareness. Developing knowledge of phonics [...]
Middle and Senior School Swimming Carnival: A Day of Spirit and Sportsmanship
We are delighted to report on the success of our Middle and Senior School Swimming Carnival, which took place recently at Berridale Pool. This year's event marked the 26th annual carnival, and our students truly [...]
Junior School Swimming Carnival: A Splashing Success!
On a bright and sunny day, K-6 students took to the pool and made waves at the Junior School Swimming Carnival. Throughout the day, the students displayed exceptional sportsmanship and school spirit, encouraging and cheering [...]
Duke of Edinburgh’s Award – Guthega Adventurous Journey
Students participating in the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award at Snowy Mountains Grammar School embarked upon their first Adventurous Journey for 2023 from Saturday, 18 February, to Tuesday, 21 February. Key components of the Duke of [...]
Building for the Future: Our School’s P&F Fundraiser for a New Gym
Snowy Mountains Grammar School Parents and Friends Association (SMGS P&F) is thrilled to announce an exciting fundraising opportunity that aims to raise funds for a new Gym/Fitness facility for Snowy Mountains Grammar School in 2023. [...]
Year 11 Student Lottie Lodge Selected to Represent Australia at FIS Freestyle Junior World Ski Championships
From Interschools to NorAms to Junior Worlds! Year 11 student Lottie Lodge has been carving her way through the competition since joining the Australian Mogul team in May 2022. Her hard work and dedication have [...]
Australian MTB Interschools – SMGS Crowned Champion School for Second Consecutive Year
Get ready to immerse yourself in the exciting world of Mountain Biking as we recount the highlights of the 2023 Australian MTB Interschools event. The event saw close to 100 students from SMGS in grades [...]
Year 9/10 Students Excel at Newcastle University Science and Engineering Challenge
On Thursday, 31 students from Snowy Mountains Grammar School in years 9 and 10 showcased their scientific and engineering skills at the prestigious Newcastle University Science and Engineering Challenge in Canberra. The event offered an [...]
SMIEC Returns for 2023 at New Venue
Snowy Mountains Grammar School is pleased to announce that the Snowy Mountains Interschools Equestrian Competition (SMIEC) will be held at a new venue this year. From May 4th to May 7th 2023, Equestrian Park in [...]
Nurturing Relationships and Leadership Skills with the K-2 and Year 12 Buddy Program
The start of the school year can be an overwhelming experience, especially for our youngest learners starting their educational journey. That's why we're thrilled to announce the successful launch of our 2023 buddy program, where [...]
2023 Thredbo Cannonball Festival
2023 Thredbo Cannonball Festival What a week! 38 SMGS students recently competed in the 2023 Thredbo Cannonball Festival, one of Australia’s largest mountain bike competitions with over 900 entries and featuring some of the world’s [...]
Soaring to New Heights: Year 10 student Aidan Dawson Reflects on his First Solo Flight Experience
Jindabyne local and aspiring pilot Aidan Dawson celebrated his 15th birthday in January by taking his maiden solo flight, two years before he can legally drive a car on his own and two months after [...]
Snowy Mountains Grammar School Wins International Marketing Award
For immediate release: Snowy Mountains Grammar School won a 2022 Gold InspirED School Marketers Brilliance Award this week for its 2022 Kindergarten Readiness Campaign in the only international competition that recognizes excellence in private and [...]
Exploring the Wide World of STEM: A Year 12 Student’s Experience at the National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) 2023
Learn about Year 12 student Jessie's inspiring experience at the National Youth Science Forum (NYSF), a not-for-profit organization that provides students with a deeper understanding of STEM careers through its flagship Year 12 Program.
SMGS Aviation Academy Flying High
Despite the long stretches of poor weather and thus the restriction of flying lessons, the SMGS Aviation Academy 2022 was one of the busiest years since its inception in 2007. Twelve students are presently working [...]
Principal’s End of the Year Message
Celebrating the 2022 School Year It is hard to conceive just how quickly 2022 has come to a close. The return of events, bringing our school community together, further amplified the importance of connection and [...]
Class of 2022 HSC Results
The students in our 2022 Year 12 cohort have worked tirelessly this year and have produced some wonderful results across a wide range of subjects, a nod to the well-rounded education SMGS provides. The [...]
Year 11 Camp – Adventures on the Lower Snowy River
On Monday of Week 2 we left school for the Pinch. We enjoyed the extra 10 degrees and stunning views of the Snowy River and the local landscape. Starting with a briefing and mindfulness session [...]
New Junior Girls Boarding Common Area
Earlier this term, Snowy Mountains Grammar School completed construction of a new common area in the Junior Girls Boarding Wing. To celebrate the new extension, the Junior girls in boarding enjoyed hosting a special morning [...]
“What did I do wrong?”
One of the great joys of my days is working with students. Often, and as contradictory as this may seem, the best work is done when a student is feeling low. It is a little [...]
SMGS virtual debate teams off to a spectacular start
The Junior Team – Year 7 Round 1 On Thursday, 1 September, Maddie, Eve, Ayla and I debated against a team from St John’s College of Kingaroy, Queensland. It was fun to engage in such an [...]
2022 Australian Interschools Snowsport Championships – Day 6
The sixth and final day of the 2022 National Interschool Snowsport Championships did not disappoint. The Perisher race crews perfectly prepared the courses for the Div 2 Alpine, Div 2 Moguls and Div 1 Ski [...]
2022 Australian Interschools Snowsport Championships – Day 5
Mother Nature's indecisiveness was no match for our students on Day 5 of the 2022 Australian Snowsport Interschool Championships. With the Primary School Points Score complete, our Senior Students got to work a Perisher Resort [...]
2022 Australian Interschools Snowsport Championships – Day 4
Day 4 saw our cross country racers take on the courses and competition at the Perisher Nordic Shelter. With the rain settling in and this year being a classic year, selecting the suitable wax was [...]
2022 Australian Interschools Snowsport Championships – Day 3
Day 3 of the 2022 Australian Interschools Championships saw our Junior School ski and snowboard athletes close out their spectacular Nationals campaign with Div 5 Alpine, Div 5 Moguls and Div 4 Ski Cross. Our [...]
2022 National Snowsport Interschools Championships – Day 1 & 2
The 2022 National Snowsport Interschools Championships kicked off this week. By the numbers, SMGS is fielding its largest team to date, with 93 SMGS teams invited to compete at Nationals, 246 individual invitations, 305 National [...]
2022 NSW/ACT/QLD State Interschools Snowsport Championships – Day 4 & 5
Interschools returned to the mountains this week in spectacular fashion as students from across NSW, ACT and QLD competed for a trip Nationals in one-weeks time. The 5-Day event saw our students compete across almost [...]
2022 NSW/ACT/QLD State Interschools Snowsport Championships – Day 3
Another spectacular day in the mountains for Day 3 of the 2022 NSW/ACT/QLD State Interschools Snowsport Championships at Perisher Resort. Today saw our youngest racers head to the start gates for the final events for [...]
2022 NSW/ACT/QLD State Interschools Snowsport Championships – Day 2
Fresh snow, huge smiles and fast racing sum up Day 2 of the NSW/ACT/QLD State Interschools Snowsport Championships at Perisher Resort. The Perisher race team did a fantastic job setting the courses for the following [...]
2022 NSW/ACT/QLD State Interschools Snowsport Championships – Day 1
A wild and windy day greeted competitors for Day 1 of the 2022 Subaru NSW/ACT/QLD State Interschools Snowsport Championships. SMGS had a fantastic day on the mountain with students competing in the following disciplines: Alpine [...]
Developing a Student’s Flexible Mindset
A flexible mindset goes hand in hand with a growth mindset in the development of a child’s positive self-awareness. Whilst a growth mindset determines how a child responds to setbacks, a flexible mindset is an [...]
A Balancing Act
Between school, studying, assessment tasks, family, friends, chores, work, maintaining a social life, and getting enough exercise, there are a lot of things for young people to juggle each week. Life is a balancing act [...]
SMGS Duke of Ed Larapinta Trail Adventurous Journey
SMGS Duke of Ed Larapinta Trail Adventurous Journey The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award at Snowy Mountains Grammar School continues to focus on fostering the lifelong skills of perseverance, resilience, teamwork and optimism through individual [...]
Blasting through 100 Days of Kindergarten
On Tuesday 26 July, our youngest learners reached a significant milestone in their educational journey – their first 100 days of school! Of this significant milestone, Kindergarten teacher, Rosheen Nikora, said, “You should be very [...]
IQ, EQ and AQ – the shifting focus for success in the workplace…and schools
IQ, EQ and AQ – the shifting focus for success in the workplace…and schools As experienced for decades, IQ (Intelligence Quotient) was considered the metric of success and key predictor of future success in [...]
3 Students Headed to the 2022 National Interschools Equestrian Championships
Snowy Mountains Grammar School Equestrian Development Academy (EDA) has had a banner first year under the guidance of co-ordinator Gidge Fairfield Smith. The competition season culminated with three students punching their tickets to the National [...]
2022 ACT & Regional NSW Interschools Snowsport Championships – Day 5
That’s a wrap on the 2022 Subaru ACT & Regional Interschool Snowsports Championships. Fuelled by smiles, school spirit and a lolly snake or two, Divisions 4, 5 and 6 closed out their Regional Snowsports campaign [...]
2022 ACT & Regional NSW Interschools Snowsport Championships – Day 4
Day 4 of Regionals was a massive day for our Junior School Students! Thursday saw our students head to the start line for the following races: Alpine – Div 5 Ski Cross – Div 4 [...]
2022 ACT & Regional NSW Interschools Snowsport Championships – Day 3
Day 3 of the ACT & Regional NSW Snowsport Interschools Snowsport Championships saw our snowboarders head to the start gates at Front Valley, Sundeck and Jump City. Another perfect bluebird day greeted participants from Div [...]
2022 ACT & Regional NSW Interschools Snowsport Championships – Day 2
The first full day of competition of the 2022 ACT & Regional NSW Interschools Snowsports Championships saw our Div 1,2, and 3 skiers take on the perfectly prepared courses on Front Valley, Jump City and [...]
2022 ACT & Regional NSW Interschools Snowsport Championships – Day 1
A Winter Wonderland greeted competitors for the first day of the 2022 Subaru ACT & Regional Interschools Snowsport Championships. Day 1 saw the following categories head to the start gates of courses across Perisher Resort: [...]
Sunshine and Smiles for the Kick-off of the 2022 Snowsports Competition Calendar!
SMGS students headed to Thredbo and Perisher over the weekend to participate in the first competitions of the 2022 snowsports calendar. The Redlands Cup and Scots Race provided a great opportunity and atmosphere for our [...]
Alexandra Fairfield-Smith, Year 12 wins the EVA 80 at the 2022 NSW State Interschool Equestrian Competition o
Congratulations to Alexandra Fairfield-Smith who won the EVA 80 at the 2022 NSW State Interschool Equestrian Competition over the weekend at the Sydney International Equestrian Centre (SIEC). A gutsy performance in tough conditions and a [...]
Extending Our Belonging and Growing Our Understanding
Our mission at Snowy Mountains Grammar School is “to work with families to develop well-rounded young people with active and creative minds, who have an understanding of and compassion for others, a passion for lifelong [...]
Sportsmanship and Horsemanship Key to Success at North West Equestrian Interschools Expo
North West Equestrian Interschools Expo A team of eighteen SMGS students left Jindabyne in the dumping snow for the two-day trip to the North West Equestrian Interschools Expo in Coonabarabran, stopping overnight to give the [...]
10 SMGS Students selected for 2022 Snow Australia’s Emerging Talent Program
Congratulations to the SMGS students selected for Snow Australia's Emerging Talent Program (ETP) class of 2022! The ETP is designed to identify, support and enhance the development of talented, emerging athletes for progression in the [...]
Citius, Altius, Fortius – 53 School Records Fall at 2022 Athletics Carnival
On Friday, 20 May, our K-12 students headed to the Jindabyne Sport and Recreation oval for the 2022 Athletics Carnival. There was no shortage of camaraderie and enthusiasm as students ran, threw, jumped and cheered [...]
Da Vinci Decathlon 2022
On Thursday 24 and Friday 25 May, our Year 5-10 da Vinci Decathlon teams joined over fifty other teams from schools from around the region to compete in an academic decathlon. This competition is usually [...]
Year 6 STEM race to the finish line with their fan-driven carts
This semester, our Year 6 students have been busy in STEM, re-purposing old equipment to build fan-driven cars. The hands-on activity required students to call upon a breadth of skills, including collaboration, critical thinking, planning, [...]
SMGS’ Drama Production, Letters Home, set to tour the Snowy Monaro
Jindabyne, NSW, Monday, 2nd May – Presented by Snowy Mountains Grammar School Drama students, the physical theatre production of Letters Home is touring the Snowy Monaro Region and south-east NSW. In addition to school performances, [...]
Perseverance and school spirit abound at the 2022 SMGS Cross-Country Carnival
Perseverance and school spirit were on full display at the 2022 Cross-Country Carnival. Students wore their house colours with pride as they navigated the deceivingly challenging course. Memorable moments from some of the staff, students [...]
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Ten Peaks Adventurous Journey
Students participating in the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award at Snowy Mountains Grammar School embarked upon their first Adventurous Journey for 2022 from Thursday 7 to Sunday 10 April. The expedition party comprised fifty-five students from [...]
Guest Speaker, UNSW 5th Year Mechanical Engineering Student, Zali Steiner, provides Insight and Inspiration into a Career in STEM
Author: Lucy Cross, Year 12 On Friday 18th March our school community welcomed 5th year Mechanical Engineering and Material Science student at UNSW, Zali Steiner, to come and speak to Year 7 to 12 students [...]
Cooma and Dalgety Show
One of the unique benefits of the regional location of our school is the opportunity to participate in the various regional shows. Over the last two weekends, our Kindergarten to Year 12 students have been [...]
“Find your passion. Find your purpose. Find your voice.” – SMGS IWD keynote speaker, the Hon. (Bronnie) Bronwyn TAYLOR, MLC, inspires the next generation
“Find your passion. Find your purpose. Find your voice.” (Crackenback Farm, Crackenback, NSW) Snowy Mountains Grammar School’s 4th annual International Women’s Day keynote speaker, the Hon. (Bronnie) Bronwyn TAYLOR, MLC, Minister for Women, Minister for [...]
ISA Swimming Carnival 2022
Well done to the 23 students who travelled to Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre for the ISA Swimming Carnival this week. Congratulations to the Senior Girls who placed second overall in Division 2! [...]
SMGS claims Division Two Percentage Shield at HICES 2022
The crowds cheer and whistle as my name pops up on the huge digital screen behind the pool. My legs tingle and butterflies flutter around in my tummy as I stand on the block listening to the starter. “Get set!” “BEEP!!” I [...]
SMGS 2022 International Women’s Day – the Tradition Continues!
On Tuesday, 8 March, communities across the world will gather to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women's equality. In its [...]
Inaugural Junior School Swimming Carnival Makes a Splash!
The swimming carnival is one of the most anticipated events on the school calendar. After twenty-five years as a Kindergarten to Year 12 carnival, owing to COVID restrictions (in place at the time) and school [...]
Girls’ Mountain Bike Clinics with Three-Times Queen of Cannonball, Sian A‘Hern.
SMGS, in association with Sian A’Hern Coaching, is excited to hold two new clinics focusing on our female riders. At SMGS we want to provide students with opportunities to build their riding confidence and ability [...]
2022 Jindabyne Club Lions Youth of the Year Competition
2022 Jindabyne Club Lions Youth of the Year Competition On Tuesday 22nd February, Snowy Mountains Grammar School students Alexi Cross (Year 12), Spedding Pearce (Year 11) and Ruby Smith (Year 11) competed in the Jindabyne [...]
SMGS Inaugural Middle School Leadership Team Inducted
SMGS Inaugural Middle School Leadership Team Inducted Congratulations to our new 2022 Middle School leaders, the inaugural group of 12 Year 9 students were inducted into their student leadership roles during week two. The twelve [...]
SMGS Alumnus and Old Scholar Inspire the Next Generation of Snowsports Athletes
After many years of focus, determination and unwavering belief in themselves, two of SMGS’ community members punched their tickets to the 2022 Winter Olympics. While Alumnus Adam Dickson (2013) headed to the Olympics start gate [...]
Why Service Learning?
I would like to extend a warm welcome to students and families, both returning and those new to Snowy Mountains Grammar School. It was delightful to witness the happy smiles and hear the joyful chatter [...]
Cannonball festival a fantastic opportunity for up and coming riders
Snowy Mountains Grammar School had a huge contingent of student’s head to the start gate of the 2022 Thredbo Cannonball Festival. Grateful to be back on the single track, our students revelled in the return [...]
Alumnus, Adam Dickson – Inspiring the next generation of snowsports athletes at SMGS
Alumnus, Adam Dickson (2013, Mowamba) Snowy Mountains Grammar School Alumnus (Class of 2013, Mowamba), Adam Dickson, held the position of Mowamba House Captain in his final year at SMGS. Since 2013, Adam has been [...]
Welcome Back! – Principal’s Address
A warm welcome back to all our new and returning students and staff. We are looking forward to a fantastic year ahead. In his welcome message, Principal Dr Andrew Bell provides an overview [...]
SMGS’ Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Program gears up for 2022
Congratulations to all the students who participated in the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award - Australia program this year. The program's growth continued through 2021, with a record number of students participating. Despite the year's [...]
The Australian Mathematics Competition – Results
The Australian Mathematics Competition - Results In Term 3, sixty-four SMGS students across Years 3 to 12 participated in the 2021 Australian Mathematics Competition. “The AMC is an engaging thirty-problem competition that demonstrates the importance [...]
The National Grand Final of the NGS Super Virtual Debating Competition: Middle Division
On the last day of term for 2021, Snowy Mountains Grammar School’s Middle Division (A) team matched up against Frensham from Mittagong in the national grand final of the NGS Super Virtual Debating Competition, organised [...]
SMGS (A) Year 9/10 Virtual Debating Team headed to the National Grand Finals
The AIS NGS Super Virtual Debating Competition has been the one event/competition that has persevered during the year, and what a way to end a season! SMGS fielded five teams across competitions from Primary to [...]
SMGS (A) Year 9/10 team progresses to the Grand Final of the AIS Virtual Debating Competition!
The AIS Virtual Debating Competition has been the one event/ competition that has persevered during the year, and what a way to end a season! SMGS fielded five teams across competitions from Primary to Year [...]
New Electives in 2022 for Year 9 and 10
New Electives in 2022 for Year 9 and 10 Snowy Mountains Grammar School’s Year 9 and 10 students for 2022 were delighted to see the addition of Agricultural Technology and Electronic and Software Engineering join [...]
Snowy Mountains Grammar School Breaks Ground on Stage 1 and Stage 2 of Master Plan
Snowy Mountains Grammar School broke ground on Friday 19 November for Stage 1 and Stage 2 of its Master Plan. Proudly funded by the NSW Government in association with Snowy Mountains Grammar School, the Stage [...]
Join us for Transition: A Taste of Year 7
We are very excited to confirm that we are now able to run a Year 7 Transition Day, which will take place on Monday, 22 November, from 9.00am to 2.00pm. This day is designed [...]
Motivation, what is it, and why do we need it?
Author: Jennifer Thompson, Head of Middle School Motivation, what is it, and why do we need it? Motivation is our why. It is why we act or behave in a particular manner. It is the [...]
Snowsports Event Round-Up
Four New Ski Instructors at SMGS Meet Australia’s newest ski instructors! Snowy Mountains Grammar School boasts four new professional ski instructors after the students qualified for their Alpine Level One certification during the school holidays. [...]
Good Luck Year 12 for your HSC Examinations – Kindergarten and Year 1 Words of Wisdom
Our Year 12 2021 cohort begin their HSC examinations tomorrow morning! Wise beyond their years, their Kindergarten and Year 1 buddies have some excellent words of wisdom to pass along to the Year 12 [...]
Junior School Service Learning – Light Up Vanuatu
Thank you to our amazing school community; SMGS raised $2,876 for the Light Up Vanuatu campaign, which aims to end energy poverty for ALL the 47,000 children currently living in extreme energy poverty in Vanuatu. [...]
Student shortlisted in the Whitlam Institute’s ‘What Matters?’ Competition
We’re very proud of Mia Cummings in Year 8, as her entry to the Whitlam Institute’s ‘What Matters?’ competition was shortlisted and published on their website. She was one of only thirty students out of [...]
SMGS Middle Division Virtual Debating Team advances to National Semi-Finals
It’s been a busy few weeks for our virtual debating teams as they worked through the rounds of the NGS Super National Virtual Debating Competition. On Wednesday, 3 November, in the quarter-final round of the [...]
Welcome back to face-to-face learning!
A warm welcome back to all our staff and students! Today is a wonderful opportunity to seize for students to reconnect with each other in person and with their teachers, too, before the break. Thank [...]
Stickability
Stickability, as defined by the Collins English Dictionary, is “a person’s ability to persevere with something; staying power”. I would add that it is a person’s ability to persevere with something, even when it is [...]
The Virtual Campus – Looking Back on Week 1 and 2
Snowy Mountains Grammar School transitioned to its Virtual Campus on 16 August, as announced for all regional NSW schools. Of the School’s swift pivot to its Virtual Campus, Principal Dr Andrew Bell said, “Well done [...]
Up up and away, it’s the 100th Day!
Up, up and away, it's the 100th day! On Monday, 26 July, our youngest learners reached a significant milestone in their educational journey – their first 100 days of school! Students participated in the [...]
Middle School – What Matters?
Middle School – What Matters? As we arrive at the end of Semester 1, 2021, we also arrive at the end of our very first semester of Middle School at Snowy Mountains Grammar School. [...]
First Day of 2021 Wednesday Snowsports
Despite the wild weather, there were smiles for miles as Kindergarten to Year 12 students headed to Thredbo and Perisher for the kick off of our 2021 10-Week Snowsports Program. All students are [...]
Information on COVID-19 and Return to School for Term 3
[Update Friday 16 July 2021] Information on COVID-19 and Return to School for Term 3 Introduction As a reminder regarding COVID-19 practice and procedure, our school primarily takes advice from NSW Health, the Association [...]
Year 10 Careers Term 3 Speaker Series
New Term, New Programs! Year 10 Careers is kicking off Term 3 with a Careers Speaker Series. Close to forty members of the school community and wider community will be sharing their personal career journeys [...]
Students Achieve Fantastic Results in Term 2 Big Science Competition
Late in Term 2, students in Years 7 to 10 were invited to enter the Australian Science Innovations’ Big Science Competition. Students volunteer to enter the competition, which promotes problem-solving and creative thought processes. Congratulations [...]
University of Newcastle ACT and Region Science and Engineering Challenge
On June 3 2021 30 students from Year 9 and 10 travelled to Canberra to participate in the University of Newcastle ACT and Region Science and Engineering Challenge. The challenge is a day-long competition designed [...]
Write a Book in a Day Competition provides Real-World Learning Opportunities
Write a Book in a Day Competition provides Real-World Learning Opportunities The Snowy Shed was a hive of energy on Tuesday, 15 June, with eighty students working in teams of five to ten, coming [...]
Exploring New Forms of Communication – Podcasting Workshop Engaging, Fun and Rewarding
Exploring New Forms of Communication In an ever-changing world one thing remains constant; our need to effectively communicate. However, the opportunities we have to do this are certainly changing. Podcasting is a platform that [...]
The stage is set for the Term 2 Senior Drama Showcase
Snowy Mountains Grammar School Senior Drama students are hosting an evening to showcase their creative work from this term this Thursday. Year 11 students will be performing their class production - Mmmbeth a ‘tradgedy’ [sic] [...]
SMGS Equestrian Team Shines at North West Equestrian Expo 2021
Author: Krista Mower, Equestrian Team Co-ordinator This year Snowy Mountains Grammar School sent a team of twenty-three riders from Years 7 to 12 to compete at the North West Equestrian Expo in Coonabarabran, NSW. This [...]
Rostrum Public Speaking Competition – Ruby Kite Advances to the Semi-Finals
Congratulations to Year 6 student Ruby Kite who advances to the semi-finals of the Rostrum Public Speaking Competition after winning the quarter-finals last night in Cooma. A big thank you to Zac Rowlands for [...]
Our very own snow globe!
Well hello winter! Students and staff enjoyed the beautiful snowstorm which turned our campus into a winter wonderland! Pencils down and snowballs at 10 paces! Check out the video below which also featured on the [...]
2021 HSC Music Showcase
Videos of performances from the 2021 HSC Music Showcase. Bode Townend "Sunday Morning" Accompanied by: Matt, Zac, Brooke + Mrs Sell Kesha Oayda "Valerie" Accompanied by: Bode, Zac, Matt, Brooke + Mrs [...]
2021 Year 12 Music Performance Photo Gallery
Photos from the Year 12 Music Performance night.
2021 Maria Kisich Public Speaking Competition Photo Gallery
Photos from the 2021 Maria Kisich Public Speaking Competition.
2021 Maria Kisich Public Speaking Competition
A highlight on the SMGS calendar, the Maria Kisich Public Speaking Competition always treats audience members to an engaging evening of compelling, thought-provoking and comical musings from our speakers, and this year was no different. [...]
SMGS Spirit Shines at 2021 ISA Cross Country
Congratulations to the 7 Middle School and Senior School students who travelled to Sydney International Equestrian Centre Saxony Road, Horsley Park to represent SMGS in the Independent Sporting Association (ISA) Cross Country Championships. [...]
Outstanding results and Personal Bests at the 2021 HICES Cross Country Championships
Congratulations to the 11 Junior School students who travelled to Blue Mountains Grammar School for the 2021 HICES Cross Country Championships on their outstanding results and personal bests! The team effort culminated with [...]
Environment Club – Checking Cameras for spotted-tailed quolls with the National Parks and Wildlife Service
Environment Club – Checking Cameras for spotted-tailed quolls with the National Parks and Wildlife Service Last week three members fo the Environment Club joined the National Parks and Wildlife Service team [...]
Maria Kisich Public Speaking Competition 2021
Maria Kisich Public Speaking Competition 2021 On Tuesday, 18 May, Snowy Mountains Grammar School held its 22nd annual Maria Kisich Public Speaking Competition. With last year’s competition being held online, staff, [...]
National Careers Week – Highlighting the importance of career development within our schools for all students
National Careers Week - Highlighting the importance of career development within our schools for all students Aja Bailey - During her Year 10 work experience week last year Did you know that [...]
2021 Australian Education Awards – SMGS Announced as Excellence Awardee in Three Categories
2021 Australian Education Awards – SMGS Announced as Excellence Awardee in Three Categories Photos: Banner - 2020 Junior School Teaching Team (L-R Heidi Shvetsoff, Brooke Kennedy, Julia Cane, Rosheen Nikora, Christine [...]
SMGS Junior School Term 2 Lunchtime and After-school Co-curricular Program off to a Flying Start
SMGS Junior School Term 2 Lunchtime and After-school Co-curricular Program off to a Flying Start From the beginning of 2020, one of the key goals of the SMGS leadership team has [...]
Twynam House Clean Up Day
On Saturday, partnering with Clean Up Australia, members of Twyanam House met at the Claypits for their annual Jindabyne foreshore clean up day. In combination with a spectacular day in the mountains, the Twynam [...]
Light Up Vanuatu – A Service-Learning Opportunity for K-12
The Junior School feels privileged to be leading a Service Learning opportunity as a K-12 project. The project, Light Up Vanuatu, is supported by SolarBuddy and SchoolAid and has been introduced to SMGS through an [...]
SMGS Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Term 1 Adventurous Journey
SMGS Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Term 1 Adventurous Journey The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award students embarked upon their first Adventurous Journey for 2021 from Friday 26 to Monday 29 March. The expedition party [...]
Lions Youth of the Year State Finals
Congratulations to Year 12 Student Zac Corcoran, who represented SMGS, the Jindabyne community and the wider region at the Lions Youth of the Year State Finals gala dinner in Canberra on Saturday 17 April. [...]
Welcome Back to Term 2!
Welcome back to Term 2! With a busy and exciting Term ahead, School Captains Brooke Burns and Samuel Rumball provide an overview of some of the Prefect team initiatives, events and opportunities on [...]
2022 Cross Country Running Carnival
2021 Cross Country Running Carnival On Thursday, 1 April 2021, our Kindergarten to Year 12 students headed out to the Station Resort for our annual Cross-Country Carnival. This [...]
An Exciting Journey Awaits – Join SMGS Kindergarten in 2022
Kindergarten marks the start of an exciting learning journey for many families. We know our youngest learners flourish in an environment where they are authentically known, that nurtures and inspires their creative and curious minds. [...]
Stage 3 host science expo for Junior School
Last week, our budding earth scientists in Stage 3 hosted an engaging and informative expo based on their natural hazard unit. It was an explosive and exciting adventure in our Stage 3 collaborative learning space, [...]
Alumna, Isidore Tillers (Class of 2002, Roseby)
Alumna, Isidore Tillers (Class of 2002, Roseby) Snowy Mountains Grammar School Alumna (Class of 2002, Roseby), Isidore Tillers, was the Dux of the 2002 cohort, having managed three major works in Art, Music and [...]
Poetry in Action engages, delights and inspires
Poetry in Action engages, delights and inspires Showcasing all that is powerful about poetry, today the innovative touring theatre company, Poetry in Action, engaged and entertained our Stage 4, 5 and 6 students with [...]
Semester 1 Middle School and Senior School Co-Curricular Opportunities
At SMGS, we pride ourselves on our vibrant and well-rounded co-curricular and activities program. We provide participation opportunities across all year levels no matter the level of skill and experience. We believe participation in co-curricular [...]
Mock Trial Competition up and running for 2021
The Mock Trial is a competition run by the Law Society of NSW and is offered as a co-curricular activity at SMGS for students in years 10 and 11. The competition aims to introduce students [...]
Stage 6 Information Portal launched
How does the HSC work? How can you best prepare for your HSC examinations? Following the recent Virtual UAC presentation, our Director of Curriculum and Operations, Dr Darryl Nelson and some of our Senior School [...]
Planting Day – Keep It Cool x Rob Kneller Youth Foundation
Keep It Cool x Rob Kneller Youth Foundation Planting Day On Saturday, 27 March, Keep it Cool is teaming up with the Rob Kneller Youth Foundation (RKYF) for a planting day at Illangani, Dalgety. $5 for every tree planted [...]
SMGS Steaming ahead with $4.5M NSW Government Grant
The Snowy Mountains Grammar School (SMGS) Community was thrilled to welcome Deputy Premier and Member for Monaro John Barilaro, local MLC Bronnie Taylor, Snowy Monaro Mayor, Peter Beer, and members of the wider Jindabyne community [...]
National Day of Action Against Bullying and Violence
Today we take action and stand together in CARE on the National Day of Action Against Bullying and Violence. As a school, SMGS stands together not only today but every day, with CARE at [...]
SMGS teams up with Snow Australia for Little Shredders and Little Gliders
The count down to winter is on! Our staff and students were super excited to work with the team from Snow Australia to produce the course content for Little Shredders and their new program, [...]
Lions Youth of the Year – a great opportunity for local students
Congratulations to Year 11 student, Rowan Worsley, and Year 12 students, Aylin Aktekin and Zac Corcoran, who participated in the Lions Youth of the Year Jindabyne competition last week. Of the event, SMGS Assistant Head [...]
New format for SMGS 3rd Annual International Women’s Day Breakfast
Snowy Mountains Grammar School will host its 3rd annual International Women’s Day breakfast on Monday March 8th, 2021. Throughout the world on this day, communities gather together to celebrate and commemorate the diverse [...]
Master Plan Update – Stage 1 and 2 Announced
Snowy Mountains Grammar School - Building Our Future Master Plan Update - Stage 1 and 2 The Snowy Mountains Grammar School Board and School Principal Dr Andrew Bell are delighted to provide [...]
2021 Student Representative Council Announced
Congratulations to the students who were nominated to the 2021 Student Representative Council earlier this week. The SRC will lead the student voice and support other students by presenting ideas that benefit the student [...]
The Importance of Outdoor Education and Curriculum Camps
The Importance of Outdoor Education and Curriculum Camps In all my years in schools, outdoor education has on occasion been questioned by some parents as to its value, specifically with concerns expressed about [...]
The Benefits of Music
The Benefits of Music As I reflect on working with school-aged children over nearly three decades, one of the greatest joys of this privilege has been to witness first-hand their on-stage performances in music across [...]
Boarding Weekend Adventures to Cobargo and Bermagui
Boarders enjoyed an eventful day on Saturday 6 February with a trip to Cobargo and Bermagui. The plan was to visit a fire-affected town and learn about their experience and recovery. We visited the Cobargo [...]
Take flight at SMGS! Aviation Program update for 2021
Take flight at SMGS! Open to students in Years 7-12, the SMGS Aviation Program has been updated for 2021. It now offers three “phases” and five courses across fixed-wing aircraft and Remotely Piloted [...]
Year 12 Students Valentines Day Fundraiser
A huge thank you to our Year 12 students who made the last day of week 3 an entertaining and memorable one for our school community. Roses, serenades, chocolates and bears all made their [...]
Year 10 student, Alexi Cross’s Poem selected for the anthology, Ash, Dust and Air
Year 10 student Alexi Cross’s poem selected for the anthology, Ash, Dust and Air Year 10 student, Alexi Cross recently had one of her poems published in and collection of poetry – Ash, [...]
Alumna, Lucy Schroeder (Class of 2016, Twynam)
Snowy Mountains Grammar School Alumna (Class of 2016, Twynam), Lucy Schroeder, held the position of Academic Captain in her final year at SMGS and was the Dux of the 2016 cohort. Lucy is currently completing a degree in Law from the Women’s College within [...]
Alumna, Brooke Kennedy – Inspiring the next generation of learners at SMGS
Snowy Mountains Grammar School Alumna (Class of 1994, Twynam), Brooke Kennedy, held the position of Arts Captain in her final year at SMGS and was one of the school’s first-ever Band 6 recipients in Drama. After completing her teaching degree in 2019, [...]
Alumna Alicia French followed her passion for the ski industry to her dream job in the USA
Snowy Mountains Grammar School Alumna (Class of 1999, Roseby), Alicia French’s passion for the Snowsports industry and love for the outdoors led her to the USA where she is now a Senior Human Resources Business Partner for Vail Resorts. Alicia says that her time [...]
Alumna, Katherine Booker’s journey in Solar Cell Technology research
Snowy Mountains Grammar School Alumna (Class of 2001, Dumolo House), Katherine Booker was one of SMGS’ first-ever students when the school commenced operations in 1996, she was also the 2001 School Captain. With an interest [...]
SMGS Alumna, Julia Weber, named as a finalist in the 2020 NSW Young Women of the Year Awards
Snowy Mountains Grammar School Alumna (Class of 2014, Mowamba House), Julia Weber, is a Newcastle University student studying a combined Bachelor of Business (Leadership and Management)/Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) degree. Julia is passionate about improving [...]
SMGS – Building the Future of Education in the Snowy Monaro Region
On Thursday, 5th December, the unveiling of Snowy Mountains Grammar School’s 2020-2024 Strategic Plan and first-ever Campus Master Plan by the school’s Board of Directors and Leadership team was the culmination of an outstanding year [...]
Tips to Give Your Child the Best Start at School
This post originally appeared as an article in the Monaro Post newspaper. Tavia Taylor is a Kindergarten teacher. She has welcomed many children to Big School. Starting Kindergarten is a monumental milestone in any [...]
SMGS named as Australia’s Best Boarding School of 2018
Snowy Mountains Grammar School was named 2018 Boarding School of the Year at the inaugural Australian Education Awards held in Sydney last week.
The Importance of Camps
From the Wellbeing Team... The Importance of Camps Over the last two weeks, our Year 7, Year 8, Year 9 and Year 10 students participated in our annual camp program. This saw our students adventuring [...]
SMGS Announced as Australian Snowsports School of the Year at the 2017 Ski and Snowboard Australia Awards
Melbourne, VIC. (27 April 2017) – Snowy Mountains Grammar School was announced as the Australian Snowsports School of the Year and NSW Snowsports School of the Year at the 2017 Australian Ski and Snowboard [...]
SMGS Cross-Country Carnival – Notes, Quotes, Results and Gallery
The annual SMGS Cross-Country carnival was held on 22nd March 2017 at The Station Resort in the foothills of the spectacular Snowy Mountains. Thankfully the weather held out and allowed for a great day of [...]
Press Release: SMGS Drama Academy War Poetry Tour sets out to raise funds for Legacy Australia
SMGS Drama Academy students are touring south-east NSW with their unique production, “A Journey through 100 Years of War Poetry”, to raise funds for their benefactor and patron, Legacy Australia. Jindabyne, NSW, Monday 10 April [...]
Students Gain Courtroom Experience in the Law Society of NSW Mock Trial Competition
On Monday 20 March, a group of SMGS students participated in the first round of the Law Society of NSW Mock Trial Competition. Participation in the trial is offered as a co-curricular activity at SMGS [...]
Everything you need to know about the location of Snowy Mountains Grammar School
Location, location, location Snowy Mountains Grammar School is nestled in the foothills of Australia’s stunning alpine region and located on the banks of the beautiful Lake Jindabyne. This environment provides our students with opportunities that [...]
6 Reasons to choose a Co-Educational Boarding School
Going to boarding school doesn’t mean you have to go to a single-sex boarding house. At Snowy Mountains Grammar School boarding house, you have the opportunity to live and learn with other girls and boys [...]
Parents and Boarding Staff – a team approach to the care of boarding students.
“Parents and boarding staff – working together to care and mentor the children of our future”. – Michael Barton, SMGS Deputy Principal This article isn’t about parent bashing – there are other commentators who [...]
How to Survive Your First Few Weeks: 12 Ways to Combat Homesickness as a New Boarder
Homesickness is pretty normal, so don’t worry! We’ve all been there. Everyone knows how you feel, so come and hang out with us, we’re here to help, and happy to chat. Most boarders say it [...]
Engaging students in areas in which they love to learn
With credible research demonstrating that students in education across the globe are disengaging from learning and school, at Snowy Mountains Grammar School we are heading in the opposite direction and engaging students in areas in [...]
What it takes to make it as a world-class elite performer
I recently addressed students on what it takes to make it as a world-class elite performer in a range of different disciplines, including academia, sport, the arts, chess, or similar. I pointed to a study [...]
Tearing down the barriers to technology – 5 tips for implementing open technology
Throughout my career, I've been told that technology needs to be "controlled". It should be locked down so tight that it is virtually impossible to break or manipulate. The technology is there to "serve a [...]
Foundation Day – 20 Years Strong
Friday 17 June is Foundation Day for Snowy Mountains Grammar School, which is an important milestone, as we celebrated the completion of twenty years at the start of 2016. SMGS had its first cohort in [...]
“Anger”
“Fear’s job is to keep Riley safe, Anger’s job is to keep things fair”, explained Joy in one of my favorite movies, “Inside Out”. This week in chapel we explored managing anger in relationships. As [...]
Technology in the Classroom
I recently read an article in the media that, in essence, stated that the use of personal devices (laptops and iPads) was responsible for Australia’s drop in the global rankings in the Programme for International [...]
The Art of Compromise
On the Year 7 camp, early in Term 1, we all hiked to Blue Lake. I think it is a tough walk, but all those little legs breezed through it – the older legs, however, [...]
Exploring our community – Guthega Power Station
This week Mr Klimes took his Year 5/6 Science class to Guthega Power Station for an excursion linked to their studies on electricity unit. This was a superb opportunity for the students to make real [...]
Building a Submersible – Introduction to the Raspberry Pi
The Raspberry Pi is the centrepiece of our submersible designs. It not only controls the speed and direction of the engines but is also responsible to providing real-time telemetry including a live high definition video feed. Today [...]
Future of Education
"There is no shortage of challenges in school education", writes Professor Geoff Masters (CEO of the Australian Council for Educational Research - ACER). He continues, to state that "some of the biggest challenges we face [...]
The Cane for ‘Being a Nuisance’
This week I read an article by Jarlath O’Brien (2016), the head of a school in the UK, whose school is celebrating fifty years of education. This year we will celebrate the completion of twenty [...]
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