Foundation

Thank You For Your Support

Last the week the Second Hand Uniform Sale, the final one for this year, was organised. A number of volunteers made this initiative possible under the leadership of Maria Kinsela, Yr 11 parent and just over $4,300 were raised.

This initiative has a long history and was started by a previous Board Director with the vision to support students who would not be able to come to Redlands. This is now so well embedded in our culture due to contributions of many volunteers supporting our Sustainability program. This year we raised almost $21,000 towards means-tested scholarships.

I would like to thank all Redlands families, alumni, volunteers and sponsors who have so generously supported us this year by giving up your time, participated in fundraising efforts and/or contributed to our tax deductible funds and supported the Belinda Oxley Scholarship.

Special mentions and thanks to:

  • Foundation Advisory Committee members
  • RPFA Committee members, FOGs and PCGs
  • Redlanders Alumni Association Committee members
  • All our Volunteers, who have given up their time in numerous capacities

In a very challenging year, we are extremely grateful for every effort and contribution. No matter how large or small, every bit matters!

 

Alumni Update and Redlanders AGM

The Redlanders Alumni Association AGM took place on Thursday, 18 November 2021 at 6.30 pm via Zoom. The Principal, Stephen Webber updated the group on recent development and also presented the key pillars of the five-year strategic plan. In his address he acknowledge the contributions of our alumni community and welcomed all the assistance which was initiated by the Association.

Kim Flatman, Alumni and Community Engagement Coordinator, acknowledged the work and support of the Redlanders Association and highlighted the strategic focus for our alumni relations:

  • Demonstrate benefits of Alumni network
  • Build on initiatives started with Career Advisory to create opportunities for SS students and Young Alumni [Industry visits, Mentoring, Internships, and Guest Speakers]
  • Showcase Alumni across segments and regions on social media
  • Grow international and regional connections
  • Increase connectivity and reach with Redlanders

Grant Birse, Head of Community Engagement, assisted with the election of the Committee and Office bearers for 2022. Congratulations to the 2022 Committee!

  • President: Jennifer Farrell (nee Knight, Class of 1962)
  • Vice President 1: Helen Chady (nee Taylor, Class of 1990)
  • Vice President 2: Vicky Kvisle (nee Charody, Class of 1974)
  • Treasurer: Jeff Brown (Class of 2016)
  • Secretary: Annabel Pegus (Class of 1987)
  • Committee Members: Anne Flynn (nee Taylor, Class of 1990), Natalie Davies (nee Riches, Class of 1987), Tiffany Wong (Class of 2014)

 

Vale David Day, Redlands Director of Development 2005-2015

It is with sadness that we advise that our previous Director of Development, David Day, passed away this morning after a long illness. David was a valued staff member for over 10 years, from June 2005 to December 2015, and during that time made a significant contribution to building the Redlands Foundation to support the long term direction of the School. Under David’s stewardship, our Redlands community contributed significant funds to enable the development of the Roseby Science Building (Liggins Atrium) in 2005, the Redlands Fitness Centre in 2009 and the first two years of the New Learning Hub Capital Appeal. David also led the growth in the Redlands Konica Minolta Art Prize, overseeing its move from the Mosman Art Gallery to the National Art School. David will be well-known to many in our Redlands community and we send our condolences to David’s family, including daughters Katina and Sophia (Class of 2009).

 

We wish all members of our community a very Merry Christmas and relaxing and enjoyable break.

Mrs Dana Casimaty
Director of Development
dcasimaty@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9968 9858