Donor News

Pole – a name synonymous with hard work, generosity, and commitment to MHS. Lorraine and Bill (William John) Pole (ext 1934) were the backbone of an emerging parent group in the 1950s who were instrumental in raising funds to build a physical education centre that included a swimming pool and gymnasium. The building was opened …

Funds raised during this year’s Annual Appeal are helping MHS Students cope with the impacts of COVID-19 The return to distance learning has been challenging. This is especially true for our VCE students, who are struggling with the uncertainty of how remote learning will impact their final ATAR score and their choices for the future. …

Postponement of Giving Day – COVID-19 After much deliberation, the MHS Foundation Board is postponing MHS Giving Day 2020 due to Covid-19. Our decision to cancel is twofold. 1/ With the safety and well-being of all the community in mind, including our dedicated volunteers, staff and students we felt the most responsible course of action …

Old friends since primary school, Phil A’Vard AM (ex 1954) and Graham Watsford (ex 1952) shared a lifetime love of railways. While at Melbourne High School, they both had a passion for building model trains, and won many competitions with their collective work. On leaving school, they were foundation members of the Puffing Billy Preservation …

We are excited to announce that we now have six classrooms renovated with another classroom currently under refurbishment. In June this year, fifty members of the Melbourne High School community gathered to celebrate the opening of our most recently renovated classroom. Representing the 80 volunteers and 1296 donors who helped raise $491,627 for new classrooms …

We recently received a very moving letter from a young carer who was a recipient of the Susan Fincham Young Carer Bursary. This bursary supports students, past and present, who care for an immediate family member. Here is an excerpt from the letter. Dear Susan,  There were many times when I felt as though I …

We are excited to announce that we now have six classrooms renovated with another classroom currently under refurbishment. In July, fifty members of the Melbourne High School community gathered to celebrate the opening of our most recently renovated classroom. Representing the 80 volunteers and 1296 donors, who helped raise $491,627, there was an incredible sense …

The Melbourne High School student interest group Global Issues Education (GIE) joined thousands of Australians to lead global change. Last Friday, participating students challenged themselves to walk long distances home, to gain a better understanding of the realities faced by refugees and those living in poverty around the globe. Staff co-ordinator for Global Issues Education …

HENRY has benefitted from an Undergraduate Scholarship, having completed his studies at MHS with distinction. He was Dux of his graduating year and wanted to become a surgeon. After leaving school and enrolling at Melbourne University, he continued to support himself with a modest income from coaching in Chemistry. His supportive mother was suddenly diagnosed …