Class of 2024 

Our Year 12 students celebrated a series of memorable events marking the end of their schooling journey. These included Dress Up Day, the Staff vs Student Dance Off, the Year 12 Assembly, and Shirt Signing Day.

These events are designed to create lasting memories while also providing an opportunity to reflect on the many experiences shared throughout their years of schooling. A big thank you to all the students for making these occasions so enjoyable and for participating respectfully.

Enjoy the full gallery of photos from each event here:

• Dress Up Day Photo Gallery
• Staff vs Student Dance Off Photo Gallery
• Year 12 Assembly Photo Gallery
• Shirt Signing Day Photo Gallery

Deputy School Captain Chloe Apps shared her reflections on these important celebrations.

The past few weeks have consisted of many lasts, as after 1,169 days the class of 2024’s time at McKinnon has come to an end. From our last first day of term, last full day of classes, last general assembly, last walk to school, and final lunchtime trip to Sevs, there have been many moments spent thinking about what will be missed. 

On Tuesday superheroes, Tellie Tubbies, jail inmates, princesses, teen mums and inanimate objects, signed into classes instead of the Year 12s for our Dress Up Day. Following four periods of embracing our new looks and having our water guns confiscated by the Oompa Loompas, we headed to the Hall at lunch to reclaim the Wo(mankinnon) title for the second year running. Despite the efforts of the teaching staff who quite literally fell off the stage in desperation for the title, their mediocre dance moves were simply no match for our well-rehearsed choreography which earned us victory. 

Wednesday was our Uniform Signing Day. We detailed the memories shared, declared how much our friends really mean to us, and wished each other all the best for the next chapter. Reading back on all of these messages from peers and teachers was truly heartwarming, the relationships that are built at McKinnon are unmatched and will no doubt last beyond the school gates. 

At lunch, we had our Rave and then we took a moment to reminisce and have a laugh while we watched recreations of baby photos and the videos we had been making. This assembly is always a highlight for younger years. 

Valedictory was everyone's highlight of the week. Our whole cohort came together one last time with our parents to celebrate 13 years of schooling. For three hours all tears were put on hold as we received our certificates, had a delicious meal, danced with teachers and simply celebrated the huge achievement of graduation. 

Whilst there has no doubt been tears as we leave behind our home that has been the last six years, this time has also been one of celebration. 

Special shout out to Huddo (Year 12 student manager and Head Chef of the PE department) who is graduating with us this year! Thank you for everything you have done for McKinnon over the last 17 years. There will definitely be a hole once you're gone but you'll always be a part of our community. 

Yes, our time in the classroom may be up but we know that doors will always be open as we navigate the next chapter. And more importantly, the special thing about McKinnon magic is that it never goes away. 

Chloe Apps

Year 12 Student (Deputy Captain)