Senior School Programs/Societies

Senior School Programs and Societies

Year 6 to Year 12

Getting involved in a Senior School Program or Society is a great way to find a new interest or deepen an existing passion.

Societies are co-led by both students and teachers to aim to create a safe and collaborative space for students to share ideas. By working with students outside of their peer group they hope to better understand the world around them through the lens of the Round Square IDEALS and Discovery Framework.

Year 6 to Year 12 Programs and Societies

Business Club

The MLC School Business Club stands as a beacon of entrepreneurial spirit and financial acumen within the co-curricular landscape. This dynamic and inclusive club engages students in the ASX Sharemarket Game, providing a hands-on experience in stock trading and investment strategies.

Beyond the trading floor, the club fosters a sense of global responsibility by raising funds for Kiva, a microfinancing organisation that empowers entrepreneurs in developing nations. Additionally, the club serves as an incubator for budding entrepreneurs, offering a platform for students to develop and execute their own project ideas, thereby honing their business skills and fostering innovation. Through these multifaceted initiatives, the MLC School Business Club not only equips students with practical financial knowledge but also promotes a sense of social responsibility and entrepreneurial energy.

Coordinator: Henry Wijanto
Places available: Contact coordinator
Time: Tuesday lunchtime
Location: SC313
Enrolment: Contact the coordinator

Collective Voice (Year 7 to Year 12)

Collective Voice is a student-run committee focused on exploring social inequality within our community and around the world, particularly regarding women’s issues. We strongly believe in educating and actively supporting equality for women as well as minority groups across the globe. Each week, students come together to examine current political and social issues on a local and global scale, encouraging open-minded and reflective thinking skills. We aim to encourage feminist perspectives and support LGBTQI rights locally and internationally.

 

Established in 2010, the committee’s initiatives have included advocating for International Women’s DayWear it Purple Day events and the implementation of Q&A @ MLC School, a once-a-term forum allowing students and teachers to debate current affair issues with audience participation. Collective Voice provides a safe, progressive space for students of all backgrounds, cultures, belief systems, sexualities and genders to share and question the big issues that impact the world today.

Coordinator: Alex Schroder
Places available: Open to all interested students
Time: Thursday lunchtime
Location: SCG01
Enrolment: This is a drop-in club and does not require prior enrolment.
Associated Events: International Women’s Day, Wear It Purple Day, Q&A at MLC School

Craft Club (Year 7 to Year 12)

Arts and Crafts Club meets on Fridays in SCG06. Everyone is welcome to come and craft together. This club has a service-learning element and students have the option to make goods for the Early Bird Café homeless daily breakfast at Stephen’s Uniting Church in Macquarie Street, Sydney.

Coordinator: Luisa Bland
Places available: Open to all interested students
Time: Friday lunchtime
Location: Senior Centre
Enrolment: Contact the coordinator

Creative Drawing Class (Year 6 to Year 10)

Our Creative Drawing Class is a fun and engaging co-curricular activity designed for students in Year 6 to Year 10 who are passionate about exploring their artistic talents. This class introduces young artists to the fundamentals of creative drawing, including techniques for creating expressive characters, designing simple backgrounds, and illustrating dynamic scenes. With guidance from experienced instructors, students will delve into various drawing styles and develop their unique artistic voices. The class emphasises creativity and imagination, encouraging students to bring their ideas to life in a supportive and playful environment.

Coordinator: Sarah Jauncey
Places available: 30
Time: Monday 3.30pm–5pm
Location: MLC School Senior Campus
Payment links for 2025 will open soon.
Enrol here for Creative Drawing Year 6 – Year 10

Creative Painting Class (Year 6 to Year 10)

Our Creative Painting Class is a co-curricular activity designed for students in Year 6 to Year 10 who are eager to explore the vibrant world of art. This class provides a platform for students to develop their artistic skills, focusing on techniques such as blending, layering, and creating textures. Guided by experienced art instructors, students will experiment with various painting methods to bring their creative visions to life. The class encourages individual expression and fosters a deeper appreciation for the delicate and fluid nature of painting.

Coordinator: Sarah Jauncey
Places available: 30
Time: Wednesday 4.45pm–6pm
Location: F72 – MLC School Senior Campus
Payment links for 2025 will open soon.
Enrol here for Creative Painting Class Year 6 – Year 10

IDEALS Society (Year 7 to Year 12)

Inspired by MLC School’s Round Square membership, the IDEALS Society is a group where students have the opportunity to better understand the world around them through the lens of the six Round Square IDEALS:

    • Internationalism
    • Democracy
    • Environmentalism
    • Adventure 
    • Leadership
    • Service

This society will see our girls collaborate to unpack and understand issues that we face both locally and globally by capitalising on our connections with other Round Square schools. Our girls will use their newfound understanding to advocate and enact positive change within the School and wider community. 

 

Each term we will view a new topic through the lens of the Round Square Discovery Framework.

 

Coordinator: Xavier Maling
Places available: Open to all interested students
Time: Wednesday lunchtime
Location: SC302
Enrolment: Contact the coordinator

Japanese Culture Society (Year 6 to Year 12)

Japanese Culture Society has inspiring workshops and activities that relate to various aspects of the Japanese culture. A group of enthusiastic students in a wide range of years come up together and contribute to different projects and fun competitions.

Coordinator: Natasha Collins
Places available: Open to all interested students
Time: Friday lunchtime
Location: Level 3 Senior Centre
Enrolment: Contact the coordinator

Jesus In School Time (JIST) – (Year 6 to Year 12)

Jesus In School Time (JIST) is one of the weekly School ministry programs. This Christian group in Senior School is an invaluable opportunity of inquiry and learning, for girls to explore their faith and spirituality through thoughtful discussion, reflective reading of Scripture, and creative expression. It’s led by students and facilitated by the Chaplains and a few teachers. Students come together other lunch, and are inspired to grow, learn and be encouraged in Christ.

 

Coordinators: Rev Vinnie Ravetali, Pastor Caitlin Scott
Places available: Open to all interested students
Time: Monday lunchtime
Location: Contact the coordinators
Enrolment: This is a drop-in club and does not require prior enrolment

Korean Culture Club (Year 7 to Year 12)

The MLC School Korean Culture Club offers a vibrant and inclusive space for students to connect over their shared passion for Korean pop and traditional culture. This dynamic club serves as a hub for cultural exchange, where students can immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of Korean music, dance, cuisine, and customs.

Through engaging activities and events, the club fosters a sense of community and belonging, allowing members to explore and celebrate the diverse aspects of Korean culture. Whether it’s through K-pop dance workshops, traditional Korean cooking classes, or cultural festivals, the MLC School Korean Culture Club provides a platform for students to deepen their understanding and appreciation of Korea, while building lasting friendships across the school.

Coordinator: Henry Wijanto
Places available: Open to all interested students
Time: Tuesday lunchtime
Location: SC307
Enrolment: Contact the coordinator 

Looming with Love/Hats for Homeless (Year 6 to Year 12)

This society makes handmade beanies to donate to Hats for Homeless who hand out beanies to homeless people across NSW each winter. We teach you how to use a loom to make a beanie. No prior ability necessary. Students from all Year groups are welcome. 

Note: There are some looms to try out before you join this club, but students will then need to provide their own. Some yarn is donated but students may need to purchase their own yarn.

Coordinator: Hannah Smith
Places available: Open to all interested students
Time: Tuesday lunchtime
Location: Senior Centre, Ground Floor
Enrolment: Contact the coordinator

Mock Trial Competition (Year 10 and Year 11)

The Law Society of New South Wales Mock Trial Competition has been running since 1981 and is open to schools across NSW for students in Year 10 and  Year 11. The competition aims to introduce students to the NSW judicial system by providing practical experience into the running of a court case in a true-to-life adversarial setting. Students learn advocacy, debating and problem-solving skills. 

The Competition consists of three rounds run on a round-robin basis, followed by five knock out rounds. Each round, MLC School will select a team that of six students who play the roles of barristers, solicitors, court officers, magistrate’s clerks and witnesses. MLC School will play the role of the Prosecution/Plaintiff or Defence team and be allocated against an opposition school. The Law Society will provide the ‘case’ for each round alternating between simple criminal and civil matters heard in the Local or District Court. 

 

Coordinators: Joanna Graffen and Emily Marsh
Places available: Open to all interested students in Year 10 and Year 11
Time: Monday lunchtime. Students may also need to be available after school for Mock Trial rounds.
There is a cost associated with this activity.
Location: SGC03
Enrolment: Contact the coordinators.

MUN (Model United Nations) (Year 7 to Year 12)

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Contact Danielle Rodrigues

SRC (Year 7 to Year 12)

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Contact: Toby Duncan

STEM Club (Year 7 to Year 12)

STEM Club is for students who have interest in any of the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics or application of Art and Design.

STEAM Society provides a range of opportunities and activities to combine knowledge and interest in STEAM subject areas to complete a variety of hands-on activities, investigations, projects and competitions. STEAM Society also offers opportunities to explore careers in STEAM-related areas and improve skills in team-building and leadership.

The Society is student-led and the projects are inquiry based. Students can work on projects that suit their interests and aptitudes. Projects are a combination of long-term, ongoing and stand alone for those who are new to these types of activities. Most importantly, the projects are fun, allowing students to explore STEAM subjects in innovative and inventive ways outside the curriculum. If you enjoy learning-by-doing, projects, tinkering, seeing how stuff works or making stuff work – then this group is for you.

 

Coordinator: Scott Tibbey
Places available: Open to all interested students
Time: Thursday lunchtime
Location: Senior Centre, Level 1
Enrolment: Contact the coordinator

Still Life Drawing (Year 6 to Year 10)

Our Still Life Drawing Class is a co-curricular activity designed for students in Year 6 to Year 10 who have a passion for art and creativity. This class offers a unique opportunity to develop observational skills and artistic techniques through the study of still-life compositions. Students will learn to capture the beauty of everyday objects, focusing on aspects such as light, shadow, texture, and perspective.

Guided by experienced art instructors, participants will explore various drawing mediums and styles, enhancing their artistic expression and confidence. This class not only nurtures talent but also fosters a deeper appreciation for the visual arts.

Coordinator: Sarah Jauncey
Places available: 30
Time: Wednesday 3.30pm–5pm
Location: F72 – MLC School Senior Campus
Payment links for 2025 will open soon.
Enrol here for Still Life Drawing Year 6 – Year 10

The Journalism Society (Year 6 to Year 12)

The Journalism Society works towards the publication of The Edge, which is a quarterly digital newspaper run by and for MLC School girls. Our team of editors and reporters create an informative and entertaining publication by investigating the issues that matter most to MLC School students. Each week the team meets to discuss article ideas, write up their latest scoop and edit, plan and design the next issue of The Edge.

 

Coordinator: Danielle Collins
Places available: Contact the coordinator
Time: Tuesday lunchtime
Location: F210
Enrolment: Contact the coordinator

UNICEF Club

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Coordinator: Jake Morrissey
Places available: Open to all interested students
Time: Monday lunchtime
Location: Contact the coordinators
Enrolment: This is a drop-in club and does not require prior enrolment

Writers Society

The Writers Society is a space for students to learn about and experiment with the written word. Whether students want to write fiction, poetry, lyrics, articles or anything in between, Writers Society provides a safe environment to share and workshop creations.

Coordinator: Joseph Pfeffer
Places available: Open to all interested students
Time: Thursday lunchtime
Location: Senior Centre
Enrolment: Contact coordinator