Posted: 10th June 2021
Posted in: Boarding, Home Panel, News, Senior School
'Relationships' forged through our community and instilled with our staff and students is critical at TSS and the recent Surf Competition gave us a platform to strengthen this bond and belonging. The boys have reflected on the story of St Peter this week in Chapel as our theme has centered on being proud of your faith, prayer and your relationship with God. Read More
“A photo is worth a thousand words” and none more so than the Rogers Flickr Album this Semester. With now 5500 photos and videos from the Semester, the Rogers parents can see their son developing, maturing, engaging and just having fun, through these photos. Read More
And just like that we are fast approaching the end of Term Two. It has been a rollercoaster and never a dull moment with so much sport and academics happening this term. The biggest news of the past few weeks has been the amazing results for the Biddle boys Semester One reports. Read More
Culture, ethos, atmosphere, climate…a boarding house culture consists of the underlying influences and attitudes within the house — based on the norms, traditions and beliefs of the staff and students. In McKinley House the culture is symbolised by our mascot – the Lion. Read More
Posted: 27th May 2021
Posted in: Boarding, Senior School
The Adventure club is a club organised by Mr Stacey to provide an activity for boarders. The aim of the club is to allow for us boys to explore areas around the Gold Coast, get out of our comfort zone and have fun with our mates. On Sunday 16 May, the first adventure was commenced. Read More
Posted: 14th May 2021
Posted in: Boarding, Home Panel, News, Senior School
On reflection from the Youth Male Summit in Term One we made it a priority to include more female voices and perspectives this term when we plan our healthy masculinity workshops. Last week we invited 20 senior girls from St Hilda's to share their insights. Read More
At the beginning of a new Semester it is important to reflect on past performances, celebrate achievements (especially those personal milestones) and to set new goals for remainder of the academic year. We should all feel very fortunate to be part of a House where the culture is one of inclusivity, care for your mates and, where our expectations of each other (either in the House or around the School grounds) are very high! Read More
Posted: 6th May 2021
Posted in: Boarding, Events, News, Prep School, Senior School
Being a parent is often thankless and challenging, but amazingly rewarding at the same time. Mr Hawkins hopes all of the special women in our boys’ lives get a chance to connect with their sons and grandsons this weekend. It is our hope as a school that we provide opportunities for your son to thrive and flourish, whether he is ‘Student of the Week’ at Prep, a leader in his House, or even making the Academic First Team in his final year. Read More
Posted: 6th May 2021
Posted in: Boarding, News, Senior School
Term Two and the boys have settled back into the swing of things very quickly. Two long weekends in a row made the return to school less taxing and the boys enjoyed some extra activities. Keeping active is the key on these occasions and the Gundi Show Holiday trip, Surf Bus, Touch with St Hilda's, Australian Fair Movies, Fishing Competitions and Mens Shed did the trick. Read More
Posted: 6th May 2021
Posted in: Boarding, News, Senior School
With all students returning from the break refreshed and excited to be back, I must commend all our Rogers’ boys this week on making a great start to the Term. Its not easy to leave home ‘again’ after nearly three weeks rest, and this time, many boys have made the transition back to school very well. Read More
Posted: 29th April 2021
Posted in: Boarding, Home Panel, News, Senior School
Last week we recognised, celebrated and remembered those that have served, and are currently serving, our country in the Australian and New Zealand armed forces. The rich connection our boys have with our School history was on display last week as the Senior Cadets, Honour Guard, Choir and Drama students performed an outstanding ANZAC service. Read More
Posted: 24th March 2021
Posted in: Boarding, News, Senior School
The boys are certainly finishing strongly! A Term full of challenging commitments, such as Rowing, Cricket and Debating is now culminating with a rigorous assessment period. It is impressive to see the boys switch gear and immerse themselves in study mode. Read More
Posted: 24th March 2021
Posted in: Academic, Boarding, News, Senior School
As the term comes to an end, it’s wonderful to see the progress (and changes) many of the new Rogers boys have made. Mr Browne urges parents to complete their REACH leave for the holidays and outlines the upcoming Gundy Rugby match. Read More
Posted: 24th March 2021
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When it rains it pours, what at a wild and wet couple of weeks it has been at Southport. The boys are certainly over getting wet and hanging to get back outside and run around with some fantastic recent results in the weekend GPS fixtures. Read More
Posted: 4th March 2021
Posted in: Boarding, News, Senior School
The first term of any school year is always one of change, adjustment, and we have seen some of our boys adjust well to their new surrounds and assimilate into boarding life here at TSS. Mr Browne relates recent activities the Rogers boys have been involved in, and arrangements for Easter leave. Read More
Posted: 4th March 2021
Posted in: Boarding, News, Senior School
With so much going on it is a time of the term when boys and staff alike are very busy. When life gets busy organisation become the key to success and staying on top of things. The boys recently worked with their House mentors to plan and prioritise their work to get the job done. Read More
Posted: 4th March 2021
Posted in: Boarding, News, Senior School
Housemaster Mr Saw talks about the focus of McKinley on academic improvement and diligence, we profile two boarders Angus Hurley and Tom Goldie, and hear from Assistant Housemaster Natasha Rosky in Rosky's Review and Housemother in Matchie 's Musings. Read More
Posted: 25th February 2021
Posted in: Boarding, News, Senior School
The theme this week is History and Tradition, with our Assembly highlighting some notable boarding connections with our families, our founder and past students. Next month we will be hosting a Male Youth Summit, exploring the top characteristics we want from our young men, and how we as schools promote the values in our programs. Read More
Posted: 18th February 2021
Posted in: Boarding, News, Senior School
Yesterday we began the Lenten Season with Ash Wednesday. This period leading into Easter and the end of term is a timely reminder for our boys to reflect and acknowledge how they live their lives. Are we personally representing the best or worst of humanity? Read More
Posted: 11th February 2021
Posted in: Boarding, Senior School
This week Mr Hawkins and Jack Dwyer, our School Vice-Captain launched E-safety week to the entire school via our Big Blue Button Platform. Mr Hawkins reminded boys about their responsibilities on-line and how their digital reputation can last forever when posted social media. Read More
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