Generations of
Heart and Soul
‘With heart and soul we tread the way’ — this indelible phrase and its accompanying melody reverberates for all of us.
We are and always will be Ascham girls. We have a shared history that binds us no matter what path we forge. We are formidable but kind, astute and inquisitive and fiercely loyal. The Ascham Old Girls (AOG) is our vehicle for continued connection. Collectively we are stronger. With over 7,000 members we are a resource of strength and support that exists to encourage the continuation of friendships.
Our History
The AOG was established in 1899 by former headmistress and Ascham’s founder Miss Marie Wallis.
Committee
Founder – Marie Wallis
Patron – Andrew Powell | Head of School
Co-President – Emma Martin (Tregoning 1997)
Co-President – Yianoula Henderson (Morris 1997)
Vice-President – Zoe Prieston (2016)
Honorary Treasurer – Nicola Michel (Dowe 1985)
Honorary Secretary – Sommer Bath (1997)
The Committee:
Genevieve Ancell (2021)
Lisa Bell (1979)
Madeleine Campbell (Stracey 2000)
Julia Dangar (Jacklin 1986)
Amy Hale (2000)
Margaux Harris (2002)
Louise Painter (2013)
Christine Walker (Adgemis 1990)
- Alexandra Wenderoth (Beer 1993)
Events and Reunions
Nurturing a sense of belonging and keeping Old Girls informed.
Old Girl Reunions are held to celebrate the 5th, 10th, 20th, 30th, 40th and 50th anniversaries of attendance at Ascham. The Ascham Old Girls’ Union also hosts a range of events focused on building our community. For more information regarding upcoming events or reunions please contact us.
Ascham Old Girls’ Union Events 2023
Please direct any reunion enquiries to Katrina Sykes, Ascham’s Community Relations Manager on (02) 8356 7060 or at aogu@ascham.nsw.edu.au
Reunions
Class of 1953 – 70 Year Reunion
Thursday 4 May – School Tour and Lunch in Glenrock
Class of 2003 – 20 Year Reunion
‘Save the Date’ – Saturday 12 August
Class of 1962 – 61 Year Reunion
TBC August – The Moreton Club, Brisbane
Class of 1983 – 40 Year Reunion
‘Save the Date’ – Saturday 14 October
Class of 1993 – 30 Year Reunion
‘Save the Date’ – Saturday 28 October
Class of 1971 – 52 Year Reunion
Friday 3 November
Class of 1963 – 60 Year Reunion
Wednesday 8 November – School Tour and Afternoon Tea in Glenrock
Thursday 9 November – Lunch at The Queen’s Club
Class of 1973 – 50 Year Reunion
‘Save the Date’ – Saturday 11 November
Class of 2013 – 10 Year Reunion
‘Save the Date’ – Friday 24 November
Class of 2000 – 23 Year Reunion
Saturday 17 February 2024
Lunches
NNW Lunch
Saturday 1 July
Dungowan Station ,Ogunbil Rd ,Dungowan
‘Goldies’ Afternoon Tea
Celebrating our Golden Oldies
Wednesday 23 August
Tours
Archibald Prize Tours
31 May 5.30pm – Special Tour of Sydney Modern for National Reconciliation Week
9 June 11.30am
14 June 5.30pm
Octagon – Archival Tours
Tuesday 21 November at 9.30am – 10.30am
Wednesday 22 November at 9.30am – 10.30am
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Ascham Leadership Scholarship
The Ascham Leadership Scholarship is an opportunity for young Old Girls to undertake research or humanitarian aid work aligned with their professional degree and development, either overseas or within Australia. It is generously endowed by a past Ascham family.
Alumni Internship Program
The Ascham Alumni Internship Program aims to offer young Old Girls the opportunity to gain professional work experience by undertaking an internship in the workplace of a member of the Ascham community.
Generations of tradition
Helping Old Girls reach their potential and upholding AOG traditions.
Enrolling your daughter
In recognition of the very worthy contribution of our Old Girls, first priority will be given to daughters of Ascham Old Girls enrolled before their first birthday at any formal entry point (Prep, Kindergarten, Year 5 or Year 7). We give equal first priority to boarders and younger siblings of girls already enrolled at Ascham at the time of the proposed commencement date. Second priority is given to daughters of Ascham Old Girls enrolled after their first birthday by date of application received.
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