Brighton Technical School History
1920 - 1929
The Argus, Wednesday, 24th. March, 1920. Page 13.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
At the Brighton Council meeting on Monday, a letter from the Education Department stated that the following had been appointed members of the Brighton Technical School council : -
Mr. O. R. Snowball, M.L.A., Councillors Thomas Wilson, W. P. Francis, J. B. Grout, J. Richards, and C. A. Hack, Messrs. W. F. Weigall, W. Groom, H. E. Dixon, J. R. Crowther, J. H. Taylor, A. H. Hayball, H. J. Thoms and J. M. Coane
Mr. O. R. Snowball, M.L.A., Councillors Thomas Wilson, W. P. Francis, J. B. Grout, J. Richards, and C. A. Hack, Messrs. W. F. Weigall, W. Groom, H. E. Dixon, J. R. Crowther, J. H. Taylor, A. H. Hayball, H. J. Thoms and J. M. Coane
The Argus, Thursday, 8 September, 1921. Page 9.
Satisfaction is expressed by the council of the Brighton Technical School at the number of applications received for entrance as students, and the school will shortly be opened. Councillor Thomas Wilson is president of the council, and, with such enthusiasts as Councillor James Grout, Mr. J. H. Taylor (town clerk), and Mr. William Groom as his colleagues, the school should do well.
Mr. Groom is particularly fitted for such work by his experience with boys, and his labours for returned soldiers. The Brighton Readaptation Society, which he launched and brought to perfection, is a standing tribute to his enthusiasm and organising powers. The school will open with night classes on September, 26, but the work generally will not begin until the new year. The principal of the college is Mr. C. R. Fraser, formerly of the Working Men’s College.
Mr. Groom is particularly fitted for such work by his experience with boys, and his labours for returned soldiers. The Brighton Readaptation Society, which he launched and brought to perfection, is a standing tribute to his enthusiasm and organising powers. The school will open with night classes on September, 26, but the work generally will not begin until the new year. The principal of the college is Mr. C. R. Fraser, formerly of the Working Men’s College.
Brighton Southern Cross, 1 October, 1921.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL
STUDENTS EAGER FOR ENROLMENT
MR. SNOWBALL’S UNTIRING WORK
CR. GROUT WARMLY CONGRATULATED
“CORA LYNN” ESTATE PURCHASED
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL
STUDENTS EAGER FOR ENROLMENT
MR. SNOWBALL’S UNTIRING WORK
CR. GROUT WARMLY CONGRATULATED
“CORA LYNN” ESTATE PURCHASED
AN INFORMAL OPENING.
The informal opening on Monday night of Brighton Technical School came as a surprise to most people who had understood that the official opening had been fixed for next January. Even the majority of councillors knew nothing of Monday’s fixture. So numerous, however, had been the applications for enrolment made to Mr. Fraser, (principal) that it was deemed advisable to start the classes as soon as possible. Mr. O. R. Snowball, M.L.A., and Cr. Grout who were present at the school on Monday, must, after all the hard work they have done to have the institution established, been heartily gratified at seeing so many youths and girls eager to avail themselves of the practical educational advantages offered by the Brighton Technical School.
Special complimentary references to the untiring labor of both the gentlemen mentioned was made in the Mayor’s room on Monday night. Cr. Wilson, in proposing the health of Mr. Snowball, said that gentleman deserved hearty thanks for the incessant trouble he had taken to have the Technical School established. (Hear, hear.) But for that gentleman’s efforts the school would not now be in existence. They were glad to learn that so many young men and women had assembled that night at the informal opening of the school. He would move that a vote of thanks to Mr. Snowball be placed on record. (Applause.)
In addition to the school the Brighton people would have a reserve of four or five acres. Such a reserve would be a boon not only to the people of the city, but of the whole of the district. (Hear, hear.) Cr. Richards, who seconded the motion, said that in Mr. Snowball they had “a live man.” As a member of the executive committee he (the speaker) knew what that gentleman had done for the Technical School. Mr. Snowball and Cr. Grout had taken all the work on their shoulders. (Hear, hear.) It had previously been determined to make a start, in a preliminary way, at the end of the year, and have an official opening in January. But a start had been made that evening with a large number of boys and girls. Mr. Snowball had put the cap on the work he had been doing for years. (Hear, hear.)
Cr. Pickett said he felt sure they would all like, in this connection, to couple the names – “Snowball and Grout.” Those gentlemen had worked untiringly for the establishment of Brighton’s Technical School with a full knowledge of what it meant to the rising generation and what it would be to future generations. It was pleasing to know that the school had been opened, and had already commenced that work for which it had been established. There could be no men in the district more pleased and gratified than Mr. Snowball and Cr. Grout. (Hear, hear.) The practical education of the young people of the community lay in the hands of the Technical School. (Hear, hear.) In the establishment of such a school Brighton had set a splendid example to other suburbs. (Applause.)
Cr. Satchwell, in supporting the toast and the motion, said that as a graduate from the Gordon Technical College in Geelong, it was pleasing to him to find a Technical College established in Brighton.
If he had known it was to be opened that night, he would have been there. If proper attention were paid to the students it would be the best institution in Brighton. (Hear, hear.) For three years he had competed successfully against coming architects, who had had nothing to do all day but draw, draw, draw.
Cr. Pullman said that perhaps a good many people in Brighton did not realise the great benefits that would accrue to the rising generation by the establishment in their midst of a Technical School. Mr. Snowball had worked as no other Parliamentary representative of a district could to have the school established. (Applause.) Whenever he (the speaker) had, in days gone by talked the matter over with some people they had asked, “Where is it?” and “What is it for?” If Mr. Snowball and Cr. Grout, and particularly Mr. Snowball, had not fought and worked as hard as they had done the school would not now be an established fact. (Applause.) He did not think there was any necessity for so much fuss on the part of some people. The council had promised to pay £1,500, the payment of which would be due next Saturday. It had also to pay £400 as a preliminary deposit on land purchased. He was sure the people of Brighton would readily and heartily “foot the bill.” (Hear, hear.) They would realise that they had a specially good asset in the Technical School and the land purchased. (Applause.) No one, not even the Archangel Gabriel, could have done more for the Technical School than Mr. Snowball. Brighton had every reason to be proud of its school. (Applause.)
Cr. Grant said he endorsed everything that had been said about Mr. Snowball and Cr. Grout. The Technical School must prove valuable, not only to the young people of Brighton, but of the whole of the district. In the Port Melbourne school a great deal of work was done for young people who would otherwise have no chance of learning a trade. He had had the honor of being schoolmaster for three years. (Applause.)
Cr. Oakley said it must be gratifying to Mr. Snowball to hear such warm appreciation of his efforts, on behalf of the school and the purchase of 4 ¼ acres of land for a reserve, Mr. Snowball was a tiger for work. He knew no one who worked so hard. (Applause.) They all knew Cr. Grout intimately, and to have such knowledge was to love him. They also knew the work he had done for the school. (Applause.)
Mr. J. H. Taylor said he had had the privilege to be associated in some slight degree, with Mr. Snowball and Cr. Grout in the work they had done for the Technical School. That work had extended over a number of years. The first proposition was placed before the public ten years ago, but was not successful. Then came the determination to have the school established. No one had been more anxious than Mr. Snowball to see that aim achieved. (Applause.) He had worked unceasingly with Ministers, heads of departments, valuers – indeed with everyone likely to be of assistance. Brighton now had an institution which they all hoped would endure for all time. The name, “Oswald Robinson Snowball” would be inseparably associated with Brighton Technical School. (Applause.) That gentleman had worked not only for the present and future generations of Brighton, but of the whole of the district.
That day was a red letter day in the history of Brighton. (Hear, hear.)
Cr. Grout had expressed the keenest pleasure that his beloved Technical School had at last been opened and that the Government had signed a contract for the purchase of eight acres of the “Cora Lynn” estate in Cochrane street. The work of the school was still virtually in an embryonic state. Mr. Fraser, the principal, held great responsibility as the head of the school. But all their hearts would go out to them. They would all, he was sure, help to make the school the complete success it deserved to be. (Hear, hear.) It was only by taking an active interest in it that the establishment of the school would be fully justified.
The Technical School was a marked forward step in the progress and prosperity of Brighton, and would always be associated with the names of Snowball and Grout. It would serve as a monument to the memories of their two friends. (Applause.) Mr. Magill said that as president for six years of the Nhill Technical School, he could assure them that his children would attend the Brighton Technical School directly they were able to do so. (Hear, hear.)
The Mayor said some years ago Mr. Snowball, Cr. Wilson and himself had in a porch on a wet cold night, talked over the proposed establishment of a Technical School, and Mr. Snowball had exclaimed in characteristic fashion, “It must go on. We must have it.” With regard to Cr. Grout, occasion would be taken next Monday night to express appreciation of his work. (Hear, hear.) The motion was carried unanimously, the toast drunk enthusiastically, and accorded musical honors.
Mr. Snowball, who had previously addressed a Protestant Federation meeting at Mentone, had taken part in the opening of the Technical School, and who was plainly very tired, said he was quite overwhelmed by their words, on what was one of the happiest days in his experience of public life. He was proud of having achieved something for Brighton. It had been a labour of love. At long last what he had aimed at had been achieved. (Applause.) Cr. Grout was to be warmly congratulated on the part he had played. Then again nothing could have been more splendidly loyal than the council in the way it had helped. Difficulties had been swept away, barriers broken down by the council’s help. Everything would be done at the school to make our girls and boys good citizens. There could be no more worthy work. (Applause.)
They had all had a vision of the future; had all realised what that future meant for Brighton. (Hear, hear.) He was the happiest man in Brighton after seeing so many children pushing in and asking to have their names put down. The number of those children had exceeded all their expectations. (Applause.) It would have done councillors good to be present on such an auspicious occasion and to witness such enthusiasm.
When Mr. Billson was Minister for Education they had got him down to the old Higinbotham Hall and asked him to establish a Technical School there, but it was not considered suitable.
Then Mr. Hutchinson came down, and later on, Mr. Lawson, the present Premier. Mr. Lawson looked along the street and asked, “Whose land is that?” Cr. Grout replied, “It is mine. You shall have it.” Cr. Grout sold the Government that land for half what it was worth. That generous gift should not be lost sight of. (Applause.) They would all be glad to know that the Government had that day accepted a tender, at £7,200, for the erection and equipment of the machinery workshops section of the school. (Hear, hear.) He (the speaker) had hitched his wagon to the star and had hung on. The purchase of “Cora Lynn” was another matter that called for congratulations. The school had wanted more land. He had looked over the fence of Mr. Jeffery, and had asked that gentleman to do something for Brighton in which he had lived so long.
In reply, Mr. Jeffery had offered “Cora Lynn” at £1,500 less than its value. (Applause.) Sir Alexander Peacock (Minister for Education) had said, “This matter must not be lost sight of.” The council had done its part. He hoped Mr. Jeffery’s generous offer would not be forgotten. (Hear, hear.) If young fellows had previously been standing idly at corners, smoking cigarettes, it had not been wholly their fault. There had been no such place as the Technical School for them to go to. (Hear, hear.) The purchase of “Cora Lynn” was going to be a great privilege to Brighton. The house, which would be taken possession of in twelve months time, would be converted into a domestic centre, at which dressmaking, moulding, and other occupations for women would be taught. (Applause.) It would be the first of its kind. He thanked the council for the interest it had taken in this great work. Cr. Wilson had all through given kindly help. There was much yet to be done before complete success was achieved. They must all be untiring in their efforts. He was glad to have been able to do something for the city he loved so well. (Hear, hear.)
DRESSMAKING DEMONSTRATION
On Thursday night a demonstration in dressmaking was given by Miss Lily E. Waite, the school’s instructress. The demonstration included taking measures, drafting a pattern, fitting a lining, and showing how to convert a coat and skirt into a coat frock. About 50 ladies attended and evinced great interest. Classes started last Monday, 20 students being enrolled. The Monday night class is full, and another, to be held on Wednesday nights, is being inaugurated.
At the conclusion of the demonstration, Miss Waite was accorded a hearty vote of thanks. Miss Waite was the first apprentice of Miss Corp, a well-known Brighton costumiere.
At the conclusion of the demonstration, Miss Waite was accorded a hearty vote of thanks. Miss Waite was the first apprentice of Miss Corp, a well-known Brighton costumiere.
The Argus, Wednesday, 5 October, 1921. Page 5.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
The new Brighton Technical School in Berwick street, Brighton, was unofficially opened on September, 26. The school has been under construction for nearly two years, completion having been delayed by strikes and scarcity of materials. It was not intended to open the classes at the school till the beginning of next year, when the official opening will take place, but so many applications for enrolment have been received that the principal, (Mr. Fraser), decided to commence some night classes.
At present 24 boys are attending the school, and 30 women and girls are taking advantage of the dressmaking classes, and many more applications have been received. As the outcome of the efforts of Mr. Snowball, M.L.A., Councillor J. B. Grout, and Mr. J. H. Taylor, Brighton now possesses one of the finest technical schools in Melbourne.
At present 24 boys are attending the school, and 30 women and girls are taking advantage of the dressmaking classes, and many more applications have been received. As the outcome of the efforts of Mr. Snowball, M.L.A., Councillor J. B. Grout, and Mr. J. H. Taylor, Brighton now possesses one of the finest technical schools in Melbourne.
The Argus, Monday, 6 February, 1922. Page 6.
Mr. John Russell Crowther, aged 64 years, superintendent and secretary of the Melbourne Orphan Asylum, died at the asylum, Dendy Street, on Saturday morning. His death closed a fine teaching career. He had been head master of several State schools in Victoria. Mr. Crowther took his B.A. degree in 1885, and joined his brother, the late Dr. Crowther, head of the Brighton Grammar School. Afterwards he was principal of the North-East College at Benalla. In 1900 he became superintendent and secretary of the Melbourne Orphan Asylum. He was an elder of the Presbyterian Church, a member of the Brighton Technical School, and a member of the Brighton Bowling Club. Mr. Crowther has left a widow, two sons, and two daughters. The elder son is Mr. Frank Russell Crowther, manager of the All-America Cable Co. at Lima, Peru, who reached Melbourne shortly before his father’s death. Mr. Gilbert Russell Crowther, a master at Melbourne Grammar School, is the second son.
The Argus, Thursday, 27 July, 1922. Page 4.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
The official opening of the Brighton Technical School, in Berwick street, Brighton, will take place tomorrow afternoon. The opening ceremony will be performed by the Minister for Education, (Sir Alexander Peacock), and the Treasurer, (Mr. McPherson).
At the same time, Mr. Snowball, M.L.A., will lay the foundation stone of the new workshops at the school. Classes were begun at the school early this year, and numerous applications for admittance were received. There are at present more than 200 students attending the school.
At the same time, Mr. Snowball, M.L.A., will lay the foundation stone of the new workshops at the school. Classes were begun at the school early this year, and numerous applications for admittance were received. There are at present more than 200 students attending the school.
Brighton Southern Cross, 29 July, 1922. Page 2.
TECHNICAL SCHOOL
THE OFFICIAL OPENING.
“ONE OF THE FINEST SCHOOLS.”
------------
EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM JUBILEE.
TECHNICAL SCHOOL
THE OFFICIAL OPENING.
“ONE OF THE FINEST SCHOOLS.”
------------
EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM JUBILEE.
Yesterday afternoon, in the presence of a large number of residents, Sir Alexander Peacock (Minister for Education), who was accompanied by Mr. Frank Tate (Director of Education), Mr. Donald Clark (Inspector of Technical Schools), and Mr. Brittingham (Chief Architect), officially opened the Brighton Technical School. He was welcomed by Cr. Wilson (President School Council), and Mr. C. R. Fraser (Principal). The Minister was presented with a silver key.
THE OFFICIAL OPENING.
Amidst applause Sir Alexander Peacock opened the door of the school. He said he was pleased to be present in his capacity as Minister for Public Instruction to open the splendid commodious school. It must, he said be very gratifying to those who had taken the initial steps towards obtaining the school to see their labours brought to such a successful issue. He congratulated them all on that success. There were always a few ardent spirits desirous of doing something for the district in which they lived. Those people were the salt of the district. He felt proud of the magnificent spirit that had actuated the parents to carve out a home for their children. They had recognised their duty to the community as a whole by erecting churches, hospitals, benevolent asylums and orphanages; and to the children the provision of schools.
Our educational system was commenced 50 years ago, and it was proposed to celebrate that event shortly. Wherever to-day there were children they had schools, and all had the same educational advantage, whether in town or country. Every inspector in the Department, from Mr. Tate down, had received his education in the smaller schools. The need for technical education was recognized – that on the foundations begun should be raised a superstructure.
At present the Government was spending £2,000,000 per year on education. Boys and girls were the best asset the country had, and must be provided for.
He, with his colleagues, was handling the problem of finding the money for schools. It was ten years since there was started an agitation for technical education in this centre. Now it was a success, and they had one of the finest schools in the State. (Applause.) Pupils attending the school had plenty of space in a building well ventilated, well-lighted, and fully equipped. It was not merely a Brighton school; it was a Brighton district school, to provide for the boys and girls of the surrounding districts. The Department wished these children to take advantage of the school. He was pleased with the number attending the school. Although only established a few months they had 348 on the roll, of whom 204 were evening pupils. The district was, so far as the school was concerned, quite as large as Ballarat, where 1000 attended. There was no reason why Brighton should not attain that standard.
The Brighton school was a Junior Technical School. In the adjoining property, which had been purchased with the Brighton Council’s help, they hoped to do something for the girls – something that would enable women to earn their own living. He congratulated them on having Mr. Snowball connected with the school. He was the most insistent, consistent, and persistent fighter he (the speaker) had ever known for education, not only for Brighton, but for all the State. He advised the people to rally round the council. They had a good staff, and a splendid lot of boys. He wished he had one to carry on his name. It was the duty of all parents to co-operate with the teachers.
He hoped that from the school would issue boys who would be a credit to its training, to themselves, to the district, and to the State. He thanked them for the opportunity of declaring the school open and for the attention given during his address. (Applause.)
Our educational system was commenced 50 years ago, and it was proposed to celebrate that event shortly. Wherever to-day there were children they had schools, and all had the same educational advantage, whether in town or country. Every inspector in the Department, from Mr. Tate down, had received his education in the smaller schools. The need for technical education was recognized – that on the foundations begun should be raised a superstructure.
At present the Government was spending £2,000,000 per year on education. Boys and girls were the best asset the country had, and must be provided for.
He, with his colleagues, was handling the problem of finding the money for schools. It was ten years since there was started an agitation for technical education in this centre. Now it was a success, and they had one of the finest schools in the State. (Applause.) Pupils attending the school had plenty of space in a building well ventilated, well-lighted, and fully equipped. It was not merely a Brighton school; it was a Brighton district school, to provide for the boys and girls of the surrounding districts. The Department wished these children to take advantage of the school. He was pleased with the number attending the school. Although only established a few months they had 348 on the roll, of whom 204 were evening pupils. The district was, so far as the school was concerned, quite as large as Ballarat, where 1000 attended. There was no reason why Brighton should not attain that standard.
The Brighton school was a Junior Technical School. In the adjoining property, which had been purchased with the Brighton Council’s help, they hoped to do something for the girls – something that would enable women to earn their own living. He congratulated them on having Mr. Snowball connected with the school. He was the most insistent, consistent, and persistent fighter he (the speaker) had ever known for education, not only for Brighton, but for all the State. He advised the people to rally round the council. They had a good staff, and a splendid lot of boys. He wished he had one to carry on his name. It was the duty of all parents to co-operate with the teachers.
He hoped that from the school would issue boys who would be a credit to its training, to themselves, to the district, and to the State. He thanked them for the opportunity of declaring the school open and for the attention given during his address. (Applause.)
LAYING FOUNDATION STONE.
On a dais were gathered Sir Alexander Peacock (Minister for Education), Mr. A. E. Chandler, M.L.C., Mr. O. R. Snowball, M.L.A., Mr. Frank Tate (Director of Education), Mr. Donald Clark (Inspector of Technical Schools), Crs. H. E. Hall (Mayor), Satchwell, Pullman, Grout, Richards, T. Wilson (president of the Technical School Council), Francis, Mr. J. H. Taylor (Town Clerk), Mr. C. R. Fraser (principal), and a number of representative citizens.
Mr. F. H. Francis, M.H.R., and Mr. Tyner, M.L.C., were unavoidably absent.
Mr. Fraser first apologised for the absence of Mr. Halliday, contractor, through indisposition. On behalf of that gentleman he had, he said, much pleasure in presenting Mr. Snowball with a silver trowel, bearing the following inscription: “Presented to Mr. O. R. Snowball, M.L.A., by the contractor for the erection of the new workshops, on the occasion of the laying of the foundation stone of the Brighton Technical School. 28th. July, 1922.”
Mr. Snowball said that his heart was full, as must also be the hearts of those who had worked so long for, aye prayed for that day. They all had a revered love for the president of the School Council, Cr. Wilson. (Applause). He hoped Cr. Wilson knew how much they loved him for the splendid work he had done during his long life of devotion to the City of Brighton. (Applause). They all thanked Sir Alexander Peacock for coming to Brighton and Mr. McPherson, (Treasurer) for opening his heart towards the school after certain little levers had been applied. (Laughter). The time had come when the lads of Brighton could be invited from the street corners and relieved of the danger of becoming wasters. (Applause).
For ten years a number of citizens had been struggling for that day. They all appreciated the splendid enthusiasm displayed by Sir Alexander Peacock in his administration of the Education Department. He had succeeded in getting £250,000 placed on the Estimates for new schools and repairs. They hoped the Minister would remain in office and enter on a broad policy of public education. They were also indebted to Mr. Tate, Mr. Clark, and Mr. Brittingham, the architect for the school building. (Applause.)
Mr. F. H. Francis, M.H.R., and Mr. Tyner, M.L.C., were unavoidably absent.
Mr. Fraser first apologised for the absence of Mr. Halliday, contractor, through indisposition. On behalf of that gentleman he had, he said, much pleasure in presenting Mr. Snowball with a silver trowel, bearing the following inscription: “Presented to Mr. O. R. Snowball, M.L.A., by the contractor for the erection of the new workshops, on the occasion of the laying of the foundation stone of the Brighton Technical School. 28th. July, 1922.”
Mr. Snowball said that his heart was full, as must also be the hearts of those who had worked so long for, aye prayed for that day. They all had a revered love for the president of the School Council, Cr. Wilson. (Applause). He hoped Cr. Wilson knew how much they loved him for the splendid work he had done during his long life of devotion to the City of Brighton. (Applause). They all thanked Sir Alexander Peacock for coming to Brighton and Mr. McPherson, (Treasurer) for opening his heart towards the school after certain little levers had been applied. (Laughter). The time had come when the lads of Brighton could be invited from the street corners and relieved of the danger of becoming wasters. (Applause).
For ten years a number of citizens had been struggling for that day. They all appreciated the splendid enthusiasm displayed by Sir Alexander Peacock in his administration of the Education Department. He had succeeded in getting £250,000 placed on the Estimates for new schools and repairs. They hoped the Minister would remain in office and enter on a broad policy of public education. They were also indebted to Mr. Tate, Mr. Clark, and Mr. Brittingham, the architect for the school building. (Applause.)
CORNER STONE OF CHARACTER.
Mr. Snowball continued that contemporaneously with the laying of the foundation stone of the new workshops they were laying the corner stone of the character for their boys and girls. (Applause). The people of Brighton would realise that while it was their school it would still be open to the boys and girls of St. Kilda and all along the foreshore to Black rock and Beaumaris. He would repeat it was a happy day for them all.
A couple of bottles containing copies of the “Southern Cross,” and other papers, and coins of the Realm, ranging from a half-penny to a shilling, were placed in a cavity. Then the stone was lowered on to a bed of mortar levelled by Mr. Snowball, who declared the stone well and truly laid and dedicated to the cause of Education.
Mr. Chandler : Is the stone well and truly laid? (Laughter).
Sir Alexander Peacock : You can rely on that; he’s a Master Mason. (Renewed laughter).
The young students gave three hearty cheers for Mr. Snowball.
Mr. Chandler said that if every district of the size of Brighton could get such a school it would be a great thing for the country. (Applause).
A million of money was not too much to spend on establishing Technical schools all over the State. (Applause). He wanted to tell the boys that they were the future legislators and workers of the country. He warned them to use their heads, and not to be afraid to act.
They were not to be afraid of making mistakes. They were living in a wonderful country. Their opportunities were great, greater perhaps than in any other part of the world. They should so work at school, should so help their teachers as to make Brighton proud of them, and to so live that their country would be proud of them. (Applause).
Mr. Snowball then paid a tribute to Mr. and Mrs. Jeffery for their liberality in connection with the sale of “Cora Lynn” – an action, he said, which really amounted to a gift.
A couple of bottles containing copies of the “Southern Cross,” and other papers, and coins of the Realm, ranging from a half-penny to a shilling, were placed in a cavity. Then the stone was lowered on to a bed of mortar levelled by Mr. Snowball, who declared the stone well and truly laid and dedicated to the cause of Education.
Mr. Chandler : Is the stone well and truly laid? (Laughter).
Sir Alexander Peacock : You can rely on that; he’s a Master Mason. (Renewed laughter).
The young students gave three hearty cheers for Mr. Snowball.
Mr. Chandler said that if every district of the size of Brighton could get such a school it would be a great thing for the country. (Applause).
A million of money was not too much to spend on establishing Technical schools all over the State. (Applause). He wanted to tell the boys that they were the future legislators and workers of the country. He warned them to use their heads, and not to be afraid to act.
They were not to be afraid of making mistakes. They were living in a wonderful country. Their opportunities were great, greater perhaps than in any other part of the world. They should so work at school, should so help their teachers as to make Brighton proud of them, and to so live that their country would be proud of them. (Applause).
Mr. Snowball then paid a tribute to Mr. and Mrs. Jeffery for their liberality in connection with the sale of “Cora Lynn” – an action, he said, which really amounted to a gift.
A GRAND FUTURE.
Mr. Donald Clark said there was a great future for Brighton Technical School and similar institutions. The people of Brighton were indebted to Mr. Snowball for his persistence in regard to the establishment of their school and to Sir Alexander Peacock who had fought in their interests. (Applause). The school was not built for the present generation alone, but for 100 years to come. Wherever he had gone he had seen the fine results of Junior Technical Schools. He was pleased to see so many ladies present. With the mothers’ influence largely lay the fate of the school.
The Mayor, in moving a vote of thanks to the visitors said that Mr. Snowball had been a tower of strength in obtaining the beautiful school. As Mayor of the city he considered it a Red Letter Day in the history of Brighton. (Applause). The boys had had conferred on them benefits their fathers never had. They should all study hard. (Applause).
The motion was carried amid acclamation.
Three cheers were given for Sir Alexander Peacock.
The Minister for Education said he would ask Mr. Tate to respond. He was only the “casual” of the Department, while the Director was the “permanent.” (Laughter.)
Mr. Tate said the enthusiastic interest displayed in connection with the Brighton Technical School augured well for its future. The obligations of the parents had now commenced. They could build up the school by seeing that all its rooms were filled. He appealed to every father and mother to see that their boys availed themselves to the fullest extent of the chance afforded them. (Applause).
The Mayor, in moving a vote of thanks to the visitors said that Mr. Snowball had been a tower of strength in obtaining the beautiful school. As Mayor of the city he considered it a Red Letter Day in the history of Brighton. (Applause). The boys had had conferred on them benefits their fathers never had. They should all study hard. (Applause).
The motion was carried amid acclamation.
Three cheers were given for Sir Alexander Peacock.
The Minister for Education said he would ask Mr. Tate to respond. He was only the “casual” of the Department, while the Director was the “permanent.” (Laughter.)
Mr. Tate said the enthusiastic interest displayed in connection with the Brighton Technical School augured well for its future. The obligations of the parents had now commenced. They could build up the school by seeing that all its rooms were filled. He appealed to every father and mother to see that their boys availed themselves to the fullest extent of the chance afforded them. (Applause).
OUR GRAND OLD MAN.
Mr. Snowball moved a hearty vote of thanks to Cr. Wilson.
Sir Alexander Peacock : Hear, hear.
Sir Alexander Peacock : Hear, hear.
BRIGHTON’S GRAND OLD MAN.
The motion was carried amid applause, and the boys gave three ringing cheers.
Cr. Wilson, in replying, said that Mr. Snowball ought to have been an Irishman; he must certainly have kissed the Blarney Stone. (Laughter).
Cr. Wilson, in replying, said that Mr. Snowball ought to have been an Irishman; he must certainly have kissed the Blarney Stone. (Laughter).
ENTERTAINING VISITORS.
An adjournment was then made to the tea-room where a large number of citizens were entertained at afternoon tea.
The Argus, Saturday, 29 July, 1922. Page 23.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
The new Technical School in Berwick street, Brighton, was opened yesterday afternoon by the Minister for Education, (Sir Alexander Peacock). At the same time the foundation stone of the work-shops to be erected at the school was laid by Mr. Snowball, M.L.A., who has been actively interested in the school.
The president of the Brighton Technical School Committee (Councillor Wilson), said the idea of building a technical school was conceived in 1912. The project was allowed to lapse, but was taken up by Mr. Snowball. The Brighton Council offered land, but it was not large enough, and Mr. Grout offered land to the Education department at a cost far below its value. The Brighton Council gave £3,500 towards the building fund.
In opening the school, Sir Alexander Peacock said that it was just 50 years since the Education department had been established, and in September a great demonstration would be given to show the work that had been done. The people of Brighton should remember that the Brighton school was not for their children only. There were 800 scholars enrolled at the new school, and it seemed that the attendance would soon be greater than that of the Ballarat school. It was hoped that the activities of the school would be extended, and that arrangements be made for girls to attend classes. There was a great demand for a course which would enable women to earn their own living.
Sir Alexander Peacock was presented with a key of the school and Mr. Snowball with an inscribed trowel.
The president of the Brighton Technical School Committee (Councillor Wilson), said the idea of building a technical school was conceived in 1912. The project was allowed to lapse, but was taken up by Mr. Snowball. The Brighton Council offered land, but it was not large enough, and Mr. Grout offered land to the Education department at a cost far below its value. The Brighton Council gave £3,500 towards the building fund.
In opening the school, Sir Alexander Peacock said that it was just 50 years since the Education department had been established, and in September a great demonstration would be given to show the work that had been done. The people of Brighton should remember that the Brighton school was not for their children only. There were 800 scholars enrolled at the new school, and it seemed that the attendance would soon be greater than that of the Ballarat school. It was hoped that the activities of the school would be extended, and that arrangements be made for girls to attend classes. There was a great demand for a course which would enable women to earn their own living.
Sir Alexander Peacock was presented with a key of the school and Mr. Snowball with an inscribed trowel.
Brighton Southern Cross, 9 September, 1922. Page 5.
TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
The monthly meeting of Brighton Technical School was held on September 1, Cr. T. Wilson (president) in the chair. There were also present Crs. Briggs and Grout, Messrs. Snowball, M.L.A., Thoms and Wilmot.
The principal was instructed to invite Mr. F. W. Allinson to fill a vacancy on the council.
Metal Manufactures Ltd., donated several samples from their copper works, and thanks were passed for the useful donation.
Dr. T. G. Garnet Leary forwarded a cheque for £6/10/- for his scholarship. Dr. Leary was thanked, and it was decided the scholarship would come into operation next year.
The Education Department intimated there was no money available to supply £ for £ in the purchase of a piano for the school and for a school library.
It was decided to write asking the Education Department to make provision for full staffing of the school for next year.
The financial statement showed a credit balance of £415/8/8. Accounts totalling £131/8/4 were passed for payment.
Mr. Snowball reported on the proposal to establish a girls’ school, stating he hoped to have more definite information for next council meeting.
Mr. F. E. Holding was permanently appointed instructor in shorthand.
Mr. Thoms reported that about £30 was in hand from the first picture night. The returns from the second night were at present incomplete.
The principal was instructed to invite Mr. F. W. Allinson to fill a vacancy on the council.
Metal Manufactures Ltd., donated several samples from their copper works, and thanks were passed for the useful donation.
Dr. T. G. Garnet Leary forwarded a cheque for £6/10/- for his scholarship. Dr. Leary was thanked, and it was decided the scholarship would come into operation next year.
The Education Department intimated there was no money available to supply £ for £ in the purchase of a piano for the school and for a school library.
It was decided to write asking the Education Department to make provision for full staffing of the school for next year.
The financial statement showed a credit balance of £415/8/8. Accounts totalling £131/8/4 were passed for payment.
Mr. Snowball reported on the proposal to establish a girls’ school, stating he hoped to have more definite information for next council meeting.
Mr. F. E. Holding was permanently appointed instructor in shorthand.
Mr. Thoms reported that about £30 was in hand from the first picture night. The returns from the second night were at present incomplete.
The Brighton Southern Cross, 16 September, 1922. Page 1.
Mr. F. W. Allinson has been asked to fill the vacancy existing on the School Council.
The council of a technical school includes two members chosen to represent the parents and guardians of fee-paying students; not more than two members chosen to represent any municipalities or organised public bodies which contribute annually to the funds of any technical school a sum of not less than £50; members chosen on account of their interest in and knowledge of technical education generally; members chosen on account of their expert knowledge of at least one branch of technical work included in the course of study at the school; the district inspector of schools.
The members of the councils of each technical school are required to keep themselves in touch with the work carried on in the school by periodically visiting the class-rooms, laboratories, and workshops during the progress of instruction; to report to the Director of Education as to what steps should be taken in order to keep the school up to the requirements of modern practice; to provide for the maintenance and upkeep of the school out of the annual revenue of the school, and to keep the annual expenditure within the amount of revenue; to consult with the inspectors of technical schools as to the condition of their schools, and to lay before them any matter requiring attention; to recommend to the Minister what fees should be charged to students, and to apportion the duties of officers in the collection of the same; to see that all books and accounts are properly kept; to recommend for the approval of the Director the introduction of any subject or any course of study not included in the syllabus of subjects for technical schools; to take measures to foster and promote local interest in the school and to extend its usefulness to the community; to organise schemes for securing suitable employment for pupils trained in the school, and thus bring the school closely in touch with the industrial and other special interests of the district; and to grant, subject to the provisions of this regulation, free courses for qualified pupils.
The councils of technical schools out of the revenue of the school make provision for the salaries and wages of such temporary teachers and part-time teachers as may be appointed with the approval of the Minister, clerical staff, and care-takers, and also make provision for class material, power, lighting, fuel, fittings, furniture, stationery, printing, advertising, and generally for the efficient maintenance of the schools.
The council of a technical school includes two members chosen to represent the parents and guardians of fee-paying students; not more than two members chosen to represent any municipalities or organised public bodies which contribute annually to the funds of any technical school a sum of not less than £50; members chosen on account of their interest in and knowledge of technical education generally; members chosen on account of their expert knowledge of at least one branch of technical work included in the course of study at the school; the district inspector of schools.
The members of the councils of each technical school are required to keep themselves in touch with the work carried on in the school by periodically visiting the class-rooms, laboratories, and workshops during the progress of instruction; to report to the Director of Education as to what steps should be taken in order to keep the school up to the requirements of modern practice; to provide for the maintenance and upkeep of the school out of the annual revenue of the school, and to keep the annual expenditure within the amount of revenue; to consult with the inspectors of technical schools as to the condition of their schools, and to lay before them any matter requiring attention; to recommend to the Minister what fees should be charged to students, and to apportion the duties of officers in the collection of the same; to see that all books and accounts are properly kept; to recommend for the approval of the Director the introduction of any subject or any course of study not included in the syllabus of subjects for technical schools; to take measures to foster and promote local interest in the school and to extend its usefulness to the community; to organise schemes for securing suitable employment for pupils trained in the school, and thus bring the school closely in touch with the industrial and other special interests of the district; and to grant, subject to the provisions of this regulation, free courses for qualified pupils.
The councils of technical schools out of the revenue of the school make provision for the salaries and wages of such temporary teachers and part-time teachers as may be appointed with the approval of the Minister, clerical staff, and care-takers, and also make provision for class material, power, lighting, fuel, fittings, furniture, stationery, printing, advertising, and generally for the efficient maintenance of the schools.
The Argus, Thursday, 7 December, 1922. Page 5.
The Brighton Technical School has issued a most instructive pamphlet setting forth the benefits to be derived from the school. The principal, (Mr. C. R. Fraser B.Sc.), and the head master (Mr. A. J. Dunlop B.A., Dip. Ed.), are assiduous in their work and interest in the school, and the district is fortunate in having secured them. An entrance examination will be held on Monday morning next at 9 o’clock, and if there be any vacancies another examination will be held in early February.
The Argus, Saturday, 6 October, 1923. Page 27.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL FETE.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL FETE.
Plans for making the Brighton Technical School more comfortable and attractive to the many junior day scholars have been prepared by the parents’ committee of the school, and every endeavour is being made to put the plans into execution. To raise £500 towards the work a fete was opened in the school grounds yesterday, and will be continued this afternoon and to-night.
In opening the fete Mr. Snowball, M.L.A., said that a pavilion in the sports ground was urgently needed, with proper accommodation for washing and dressing facilities, both for scholars and visiting teams. He hoped that the activities of the people of the district would quickly make the school the most comfortable and best appointed in Melbourne, and that provision would also be made in the near future for establishing a senior technical day school. Arrangements had already been made for establishing a school of domestic economy in conjunction with the junior technical school, and this would be opened in the new year.
In opening the fete Mr. Snowball, M.L.A., said that a pavilion in the sports ground was urgently needed, with proper accommodation for washing and dressing facilities, both for scholars and visiting teams. He hoped that the activities of the people of the district would quickly make the school the most comfortable and best appointed in Melbourne, and that provision would also be made in the near future for establishing a senior technical day school. Arrangements had already been made for establishing a school of domestic economy in conjunction with the junior technical school, and this would be opened in the new year.
The Age, Thursday, 25 October, 1923. Page 13.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL PAVILION.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL PAVILION.
The committee in charge of the fund for the erection of a sports pavilion at Brighton Technical School has in hand £650 as a result of a fete held recently and a grant from the Education department. Plans have been drafted for a building to contain a large assembly room, three dressing rooms, a “tuck shop” and a book stall, at a cost of £1000. The Brighton council is to be asked to supply the difference until the balance can be raised, for which purpose an appeal is to be made direct to parents of students and the public.
The Argus, Friday, 14 December, 1923. Page 17.
GIRLS’ TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
PROJECT AT BRIGHTON.
GIRLS’ TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
PROJECT AT BRIGHTON.
Ambitious plans for the establishment of a girls’ technical school as an adjunct to the Brighton Technical School have been completed by the council of the school. The girls’ school will be opened early in February, and it is said that it will be one of the best equipped school of its kind in Victoria. The girls’ junior technical course will last for three years.
The first two years will be taken up in a general course which all girls will be expected to complete. The course will deal with designing work, not only of clothing, but of furniture, silverware, jewellery, magazine covers, and advertisements.
During the third year particular attention will be given to the teaching of a subject for which a girl has shown particular aptitude.
The school will be established at Cora Lynn, a large property which adjoins the grounds of the main technical school, and the building will be remodelled before the school is opened. It is estimated that this work will cost about £1,000, and a similar sum will be required to provide fittings for the building.
The first two years will be taken up in a general course which all girls will be expected to complete. The course will deal with designing work, not only of clothing, but of furniture, silverware, jewellery, magazine covers, and advertisements.
During the third year particular attention will be given to the teaching of a subject for which a girl has shown particular aptitude.
The school will be established at Cora Lynn, a large property which adjoins the grounds of the main technical school, and the building will be remodelled before the school is opened. It is estimated that this work will cost about £1,000, and a similar sum will be required to provide fittings for the building.
Brighton Southern Cross,16 February, 1924. Page 8.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
SATISFACTORY PROGRESS.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
SATISFACTORY PROGRESS.
Enrolments are being made in great numbers, so that all departments are rapidly filling, and persons desirous of attending day or evening classes are advised to apply at once. A pleasing feature of the enrolments is the number of ex-students of the junior day school who are commencing in the senior classes.
With the establishment of the girls’ day branch (the third of its kind in Melbourne), the Brighton Technical School is able to offer unprecedented educational advantages for the girls of this district. In addition to the staff of academic teachers, (all specialists), under Miss D. M. Aubrey, the head mistress, there will be attached teachers of trade subjects, such as millinery and dressmaking. As these teachers are in constant touch with actual trade conditions, the instruction in these subjects will be of a more practical nature.
The boys’ junior day branch is opening this year with very heavy enrolment. Parents desirous of enrolling their boys are advised to lose no time in so doing. This year even greater opportunities will be provided for swimming – always a prominent feature of the school athletics.
With the establishment of the girls’ day branch (the third of its kind in Melbourne), the Brighton Technical School is able to offer unprecedented educational advantages for the girls of this district. In addition to the staff of academic teachers, (all specialists), under Miss D. M. Aubrey, the head mistress, there will be attached teachers of trade subjects, such as millinery and dressmaking. As these teachers are in constant touch with actual trade conditions, the instruction in these subjects will be of a more practical nature.
The boys’ junior day branch is opening this year with very heavy enrolment. Parents desirous of enrolling their boys are advised to lose no time in so doing. This year even greater opportunities will be provided for swimming – always a prominent feature of the school athletics.
Brighton Southern Cross, 15 March, 1924. Page 6 on the microfilm.
TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
“CORA LYNN” ADJUNCT.
TRAINING OF GIRLS.
TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
“CORA LYNN” ADJUNCT.
TRAINING OF GIRLS.
This School is to have Junior and Senior Departments. In the Junior Department the aims will be to continue and extend the study of those general subjects included in the programme for the 7th. and 8th. grades of the Primary School, and to give a preparatory training in connection with some branches of industry so that girls who propose earning their own livelihood may be suitably equipped,
or may be adequately prepared for the advanced vocational studies of the Senior Department.
The objective throughout will be to develop the principle that general and vocational studies are complementary, and that the artistic basis of the latter necessary for their complete understanding, is also a necessary part of general culture.
The standard of admission to the school is to be the Merit Certificate or its equivalent. Girls under 14 years of age will be admitted free; those over that age will be required to pay a fee of 15/- per term. The course of study will be for two years with the option of a third year when desired or necessary.
The course of instruction for the first year will be similar for all pupils. During this year pupils will be under the close observation of their teachers, and their individual vocational learning and abilities tested. In the second year the work will be more nearly related to the vocation which the pupil proposes to follow. It is expected that a proportion of the pupils will, each year, after the second, move up into the Senior classes.
SUBJECTS OF COURSE: -
or may be adequately prepared for the advanced vocational studies of the Senior Department.
The objective throughout will be to develop the principle that general and vocational studies are complementary, and that the artistic basis of the latter necessary for their complete understanding, is also a necessary part of general culture.
The standard of admission to the school is to be the Merit Certificate or its equivalent. Girls under 14 years of age will be admitted free; those over that age will be required to pay a fee of 15/- per term. The course of study will be for two years with the option of a third year when desired or necessary.
The course of instruction for the first year will be similar for all pupils. During this year pupils will be under the close observation of their teachers, and their individual vocational learning and abilities tested. In the second year the work will be more nearly related to the vocation which the pupil proposes to follow. It is expected that a proportion of the pupils will, each year, after the second, move up into the Senior classes.
SUBJECTS OF COURSE: -
FIRST YEAR.
English, Civics, Geography, Commercial Arithmetic, Hygiene, Art, Needlecraft, Horticulture, Physical Training, Choral Practice, Social Hour.
SECOND YEAR.
SECOND YEAR.
English, Civics and Economics, Physiology, Hygiene, Physical Training, Commercial Arithmetic, Choral Practice, Art, Vocational Work, including Needlecraft, Dressmaking, Millinery, Horticulture, Social Hour.
THIRD YEAR
THIRD YEAR
English, Bookkeeping, Household Management, Physical Training, First Aid, Choral Practice, Art, Selected Vocational Work, Social Hour.
VALUE OF HORTICULTURE.
VALUE OF HORTICULTURE.
The presence of the green-house and fine flower gardens at the school suggested the inclusion of Horticulture as one of the subjects of the course, mainly on account of its cultural and physical training value, but also as a possible vocation.
The Brighton Horticultural Society is interested in the proposal.
It is hoped to add Cookery and Laundry work to the curriculum when accommodation is available.
The suggested course is similar to that at Swinburne, Ballarat and Prahran.
The Brighton Horticultural Society is interested in the proposal.
It is hoped to add Cookery and Laundry work to the curriculum when accommodation is available.
The suggested course is similar to that at Swinburne, Ballarat and Prahran.
SENIOR CLASSES
At present these consist of well attended evening classes in Dressmaking and Millinery. It is proposed to add other vocational classes for girls and women from time to time.
SENIOR EVENING COURSES.
DISCOUNTS AND REBATES.
Allowances made by the Council of Brighton Technical School aim at encouraging students to join for a whole year, while a refund will be made for regular attendance.
For all students a reduction of 25 per cent. for the preparatory year will be made and 12 ½ per cent. for any succeeding year off that year’s fee, if the fee be paid in advance for the whole year.
For students taking a full prescribed course a rebate of 33 1/3 per cent. will be made at the end of the year to those students taking a full course and attending for 75 per cent. of the possible attendances in each and every subject prescribed for the year of their course. Written application is to be made to Mr. Fraser, (principal), for this rebate at the end of each school year.
For students taking single subjects a reduction of 20 per cent. will be allowed for two subjects and 30 per cent. for three or four subjects. This reduction is to be computed from the scale of fees forced for single subjects.
The discount in No.1 is to be allowed also for a full year’s fee paid in advance.
For all students a reduction of 25 per cent. for the preparatory year will be made and 12 ½ per cent. for any succeeding year off that year’s fee, if the fee be paid in advance for the whole year.
For students taking a full prescribed course a rebate of 33 1/3 per cent. will be made at the end of the year to those students taking a full course and attending for 75 per cent. of the possible attendances in each and every subject prescribed for the year of their course. Written application is to be made to Mr. Fraser, (principal), for this rebate at the end of each school year.
For students taking single subjects a reduction of 20 per cent. will be allowed for two subjects and 30 per cent. for three or four subjects. This reduction is to be computed from the scale of fees forced for single subjects.
The discount in No.1 is to be allowed also for a full year’s fee paid in advance.
SATISFACTORY REPORT.
PRESENTED TO COUNCIL.
The report presented on Friday week by Mr. C. R. Fraser, (Principal), to the Council of Brighton Technical School was accepted as satisfactory.
It stated that classes in plumbing, fitting, turning and electric wiring, with equipment, would provide for a larger number of students.
First term enrolments from 1921 to 1924 had been 1921 – 21; 1922 – 187; 1923 – 196; 1924 to date 200.
Pending the conclusion of renovations to “Cora Lynn” about the end of the present term, day classes for girls, had been started in the Wilson Hall, the use of which had been obtained from the Council at a nominal rent. A kitchen and laundry will be required immediately at “Cora Lynn.”
Miss Aubrey, (Head Mistress), was to be commended for the good start made under difficulties. The Education Department had appointed the following additional instructors, who were engaged on both day and evening work : Messrs Lerouse (fitting and turning), Stranks, (plumbing), Lawson, (science), Page, (mathematics), Check, (art and geometrical drawing).
The following staff had been provided by the Education Department for girls’ and women’s classes : -
Misses Aubrey, (Head mistress), Ross, (general subjects), Watts, (general subjects), Foot, (art and applied art), Waite, (dressmaking and needlework), Layh, (millinery).
The report recommended that the £50 made available by Brighton and Sandringham City Councils should be awarded for students taking courses in plumbing, carpentry, electric wiring, turning and fitting, electrical engineering, architectural draftmanship, art, preparatory trade carpentry, plumbing, fitting and turning and preparatory science. Single subjects : - Bookkeeping, building construction, practical chemistry.
The 14 scholarships to be available to students taking one of the above full courses, as set out in the school prospectus, and to be awarded to the student gaining the highest number of marks at the terminal and final (Education Department) examinations.
It was further recommended that £6 be made available to some deserving student in the Boys’ Day School who on the recommendation of the Head Master shows outstanding ability and promise. This scholarship of £6 to carry the lad through the second or third year of the Junior Technical Course. The award this year should be made to J. Clayton.
It stated that classes in plumbing, fitting, turning and electric wiring, with equipment, would provide for a larger number of students.
First term enrolments from 1921 to 1924 had been 1921 – 21; 1922 – 187; 1923 – 196; 1924 to date 200.
Pending the conclusion of renovations to “Cora Lynn” about the end of the present term, day classes for girls, had been started in the Wilson Hall, the use of which had been obtained from the Council at a nominal rent. A kitchen and laundry will be required immediately at “Cora Lynn.”
Miss Aubrey, (Head Mistress), was to be commended for the good start made under difficulties. The Education Department had appointed the following additional instructors, who were engaged on both day and evening work : Messrs Lerouse (fitting and turning), Stranks, (plumbing), Lawson, (science), Page, (mathematics), Check, (art and geometrical drawing).
The following staff had been provided by the Education Department for girls’ and women’s classes : -
Misses Aubrey, (Head mistress), Ross, (general subjects), Watts, (general subjects), Foot, (art and applied art), Waite, (dressmaking and needlework), Layh, (millinery).
The report recommended that the £50 made available by Brighton and Sandringham City Councils should be awarded for students taking courses in plumbing, carpentry, electric wiring, turning and fitting, electrical engineering, architectural draftmanship, art, preparatory trade carpentry, plumbing, fitting and turning and preparatory science. Single subjects : - Bookkeeping, building construction, practical chemistry.
The 14 scholarships to be available to students taking one of the above full courses, as set out in the school prospectus, and to be awarded to the student gaining the highest number of marks at the terminal and final (Education Department) examinations.
It was further recommended that £6 be made available to some deserving student in the Boys’ Day School who on the recommendation of the Head Master shows outstanding ability and promise. This scholarship of £6 to carry the lad through the second or third year of the Junior Technical Course. The award this year should be made to J. Clayton.
The Argus, Thursday, 3 April, 1924. Page 6.
BRIGHTON OLD BOYS’ ASSOCIATION.
BRIGHTON OLD BOYS’ ASSOCIATION.
At a meeting of 40 former students of the Brighton Technical School it was decided to form an Old Boys’ Association. Office-bearers were Dunlop, (head master of the school); vice-president, Mr. K. A. Dudgeon; honorary secretary, Mr. T. Milburn; honorary treasurer, Mr. E. J. Johnson; correspondent to school
journals, Mr. A. E. Brooks; committee, Messrs. L. Ewing and H. Loftus.
journals, Mr. A. E. Brooks; committee, Messrs. L. Ewing and H. Loftus.
The Argus, Saturday, 12 April, 1924. Page 34.
RUNAWAY SCHOOLBOYS.
RUNAWAY SCHOOLBOYS.
After having been reprimanded by a master at the Brighton Technical School, two students disappeared from their homes on Monday. Their names are Clarence Dawes, aged 13 years, of Brighton road, Elsternwick, and Ernest Ninnis, aged 15 years of Erindale avenue, Elsternwick. They were seen on Monday afternoon riding bicycles. Their disappearance has been reported to the plain-clothes police, who are searching for them.
The Argus, Saturday, 8 November, 1924. Page 31.
SPEECH NIGHT.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
SPEECH NIGHT.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
The splendid work that has been done by the Brighton Technical School was emphasised by the president (Mr. Snowball, M.L.A.), at the annual speech night which was held in the Wilson Recreation Hall, Brighton, last night.
Mr. Snowball said that a new feature of the education system that should be encouraged by the Education department was the establishment of technical schools for girls in Victoria.
Such a school had been opened in connection with the Brighton Technical School at Cora Lynn, Cochrane street, next door to the boys’ school. The increase in the number of students was gratifying. The girls were being taught dressmaking, millinery, and many other things that would be of great assistance to them in future years. The head mistress (Miss D. M. Aubrey), was to be congratulated on the good work done at the school in such a short space of time. Both the boys’ and girls’ school were progressing rapidly.
The Brighton and Sandringham Councils had ably assisted the school council. The school was well provided for as regards scholarships. Mr. W. Wilson, of Brighton, had now furnished the money for the establishment of another scholarship in memory of his father, who was for many years a member of the Brighton Council.
The principal (Mr. C. R. Fraser), in his third annual report, said : -
“During the period under review Councillor W. P. Francis and Councillor H. E. Pullman resigned from the school council. We thank these gentlemen for their services, and, although they are no longer directly associated with our institution, we know that we will have their continued support and interest.
To fill one of the vacancies caused by the above resignations the Governor in Council has appointed Mr. B. L Hodges, whose liberal contribution in the building of the pavilion has been suitably recorded on a bronze commemoration tablet, executed by Mr. V. A. Chick, of the staff.
Owing to the increase in the scope of the work taken in our school, many additions were made to the instructional staff by the Education department at the beginning of the year. Special grants for machinery and general school equipment have been made through the year, and in the carpentry section additional benches, tool-lockers, and tools have been provided. In the trade shops alone the plant installed has cost many thousands of pounds, and next year should witness a greater demand than ever for instruction in the higher grades of work.
A further extension this year of the usefulness of this institution to the community was made in the provision for the technical training of girls and women. To enable girls to take advantage of the full two or three years’ course, the number of students admitted to the girls’ school was restricted to 80 by means of an entrance examination. A similar number will be admitted each year, making the total number up to 240 when the full three year course is in operation. The technical subjects provided at present for girls in our school are somewhat limited, but plans are now being prepared for extensions to “Cora Lynn”, and the provision is to be made in the near future for the addition to the curriculum of such subjects as cookery and laundry work. It is anticipated that special classes in these branches will be open to senior students, as are dressmaking and millinery at present. Horticulture has been provided as a subject in the girls’ course, mainly on account of its cultural and physical training values, but also as a possible vocation for the girls.”
BOYS’ JUNIOR DAY SCHOOL.
“A very satisfactory feature is the large number of students who have remained for the third year course. The wonderful all-round development in the lads during this concluding year of the junior course has been most gratifying. If parents but realised what this extra year means for the boys’ intellectual advancement and acquirement of skill they would never sanction the withdrawal of a student till the full course had been completed. Too many students leave us before the school has had a chance to do all that it should for them. I cannot urge parents too earnestly or too often to keep their boys at school till they are fit to ‘take the stream.’”
“This is the first year that the school has had the full programme of work in operation, and, in addition, has been able to provide those students definitely committed to a calling with special training during their final year. The exhibition of work to be held at the end of the year will disclose a high standard and a diversity of exhibits that will astonish those unfamiliar with the training that is available to boys, aged 12 years, qualified to enter upon it. Every boy satisfactorily completing the course in the junior school has received a training in English, mathematics, and science equal to that of the intermediate certificate course in a high school or a college, and in addition he has acquired a facility in the use of tools and instruments, a knowledge of drawing and draftsmanship, and an intellectual, physical, and civic development that will carry him far should he build upon that foundation by entering upon and completing a technical course in the senior school.”
“Students and parents should realise that our day school training is nothing more than a preparation for technical work proper. It is largely wasted effort for a student to leave the school after completing the junior day course without continuing and completing the training in senior day or evening work. With the introduction of some suitable form of apprenticeship training, a substantial part of the advanced work will be given in our technical schools in the day-time, say, on one half-day a week. It will be to the advantage of industrial firms not only to make this arrangement, but to pay a bonus to the student apprentice who is so qualifying. One of our keenest evening students is an ex-junior technical student, whose firm wisely grants these concessions. The employer stands to gain in such an arrangement by the increased efficiency and interestedness of the employee.”
“This year, to encourage evening students to enter and attend regularly for instruction, the school council made a reduction in fees, in cases where these were paid in advance for the whole year, and, as a reward for regular attendance, one-third of the fees paid are to be refunded. We acknowledge with thanks the valuable donations to our school this year in the way of prizes, trophies, and equipment, and so on. In conclusion I wish, on behalf of the school council, to express appreciation of the Brighton City Council’s co-operation in again granting us the free use of this hall to-night.”
“This is the first year that the school has had the full programme of work in operation, and, in addition, has been able to provide those students definitely committed to a calling with special training during their final year. The exhibition of work to be held at the end of the year will disclose a high standard and a diversity of exhibits that will astonish those unfamiliar with the training that is available to boys, aged 12 years, qualified to enter upon it. Every boy satisfactorily completing the course in the junior school has received a training in English, mathematics, and science equal to that of the intermediate certificate course in a high school or a college, and in addition he has acquired a facility in the use of tools and instruments, a knowledge of drawing and draftsmanship, and an intellectual, physical, and civic development that will carry him far should he build upon that foundation by entering upon and completing a technical course in the senior school.”
“Students and parents should realise that our day school training is nothing more than a preparation for technical work proper. It is largely wasted effort for a student to leave the school after completing the junior day course without continuing and completing the training in senior day or evening work. With the introduction of some suitable form of apprenticeship training, a substantial part of the advanced work will be given in our technical schools in the day-time, say, on one half-day a week. It will be to the advantage of industrial firms not only to make this arrangement, but to pay a bonus to the student apprentice who is so qualifying. One of our keenest evening students is an ex-junior technical student, whose firm wisely grants these concessions. The employer stands to gain in such an arrangement by the increased efficiency and interestedness of the employee.”
“This year, to encourage evening students to enter and attend regularly for instruction, the school council made a reduction in fees, in cases where these were paid in advance for the whole year, and, as a reward for regular attendance, one-third of the fees paid are to be refunded. We acknowledge with thanks the valuable donations to our school this year in the way of prizes, trophies, and equipment, and so on. In conclusion I wish, on behalf of the school council, to express appreciation of the Brighton City Council’s co-operation in again granting us the free use of this hall to-night.”
The Argus, Friday, 12 December, 1924. Page 5.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
An exhibition of the year’s work of the students of the Brighton Technical School was held yesterday afternoon and evening. The exhibits included work in sheet-metal, building and geometrical drawings, turning and fitting, plumbing, and art metal. In the afternoon a physical culture display was given by 360 boys under W. A. Finnan. The Exhibition will be open this afternoon and evening, and at half-past 7 o’clock a new section of the school will be opened by Lady Stradbroke. This section was the property Cora Lynn, and is about three acres in area. It will form portion of the junior girls’ school building.
The principal of the school (Mr. Clark R. Fraser), said yesterday that considerable inconvenience had been experienced in accommodating the growing number of girl students, and the purchase of the property was amply justified.
This evening the exhibition will be inspected by Lady Stradbroke, the Minister for Education (Sir Alexander Peacock), the director of Education (Mr. Frank Tate), the mayor of Brighton (Councillor J. A. Grant), and Mr. Snowball, M.L.A.
The principal of the school (Mr. Clark R. Fraser), said yesterday that considerable inconvenience had been experienced in accommodating the growing number of girl students, and the purchase of the property was amply justified.
This evening the exhibition will be inspected by Lady Stradbroke, the Minister for Education (Sir Alexander Peacock), the director of Education (Mr. Frank Tate), the mayor of Brighton (Councillor J. A. Grant), and Mr. Snowball, M.L.A.
The Argus, Saturday, 13 December, 1924. Page 25.
SUBURBAN ACTIVITIES.
TECHNICAL SCHOOL EXTENSION.
SUBURBAN ACTIVITIES.
TECHNICAL SCHOOL EXTENSION.
The formal opening of Cora Lynn, the property which has been turned into a school of domestic economy attached to the Brighton Technical School, was performed by Lady Stradbroke on Friday night. Her Excellency was welcomed by Mr. Snowball, M.L.A., the mayor of Brighton (Councillor J. A. Grant), and the head master (Mr. Clark R. Fraser).
Mr. Snowball said that, with the opening of the new section of the school, a new life for the young folk of Brighton would begin, and the children would regard the occasion as a red letter day in the annals of their childhood.
After the door of the new building had been opened by Lady Stradbroke, a general inspection of the building and the exhibits of the students took place.
The house contains seven class-rooms of considerable size, which are well ventilated and well lighted, and capable of accommodating more than 150 girls. At the back and at the front are large gardens, which could possibly be turned into playing fields or tennis-courts, of which one is already provided. Lady Stradbroke also performed the ceremony of opening the wood and metal workshops in a building which was recently erected at a cost of £12,000. An inspection of the whole school was then made, and Her Excellency was much impressed with the work and exhibits displayed by the students, and the zeal and enterprise of the staff.
At the conclusion of the inspection a supper was held in the school hall, which was attended by the president and officials of the school and their wives, the director of Education (Mr. Frank Tate), the mayor and mayoress of Brighton (Councillor and Mrs. Grant), and others.
Mr. Snowball said that, with the opening of the new section of the school, a new life for the young folk of Brighton would begin, and the children would regard the occasion as a red letter day in the annals of their childhood.
After the door of the new building had been opened by Lady Stradbroke, a general inspection of the building and the exhibits of the students took place.
The house contains seven class-rooms of considerable size, which are well ventilated and well lighted, and capable of accommodating more than 150 girls. At the back and at the front are large gardens, which could possibly be turned into playing fields or tennis-courts, of which one is already provided. Lady Stradbroke also performed the ceremony of opening the wood and metal workshops in a building which was recently erected at a cost of £12,000. An inspection of the whole school was then made, and Her Excellency was much impressed with the work and exhibits displayed by the students, and the zeal and enterprise of the staff.
At the conclusion of the inspection a supper was held in the school hall, which was attended by the president and officials of the school and their wives, the director of Education (Mr. Frank Tate), the mayor and mayoress of Brighton (Councillor and Mrs. Grant), and others.
Brighton Southern Cross, 20 December, 1924.
GIRLS’ TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
OPENED BY LADY STRADBROKE.
GIRLS’ TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
OPENED BY LADY STRADBROKE.
On Friday week “Cora Lynn,” the girls’ section of the Brighton Technical School, was officially opened by Lady Stradbroke, who afterwards made an inspection of the premises and also the rooms and workshops of the boys’ section.
Lady Stradbroke, who was accompanied by Mr. A. Bircham, A.D.C., was welcomed by Mr. O. R. Snowball, M.L.A.
In performing the ceremony Lady Stradbroke said she took great interest in the education of young people, who should look on it as a means of getting greater enjoyment out of life. The more they knew the more they would want to know, and the more enjoyment would they receive. The students in technical schools had many more advantages than their parents had had. She wished the school every success.
Amongst those also present were Messrs. F. H. Francis, M.H.R., W. Tyner, M.L.C., Cr. J. A. Grant, and Mrs. Grant (Mayor and Mayoress of Brighton), the councillors of Brighton, and Mr. J. H. Taylor, (town clerk).
Lady Stradbroke, who was accompanied by Mr. A. Bircham, A.D.C., was welcomed by Mr. O. R. Snowball, M.L.A.
In performing the ceremony Lady Stradbroke said she took great interest in the education of young people, who should look on it as a means of getting greater enjoyment out of life. The more they knew the more they would want to know, and the more enjoyment would they receive. The students in technical schools had many more advantages than their parents had had. She wished the school every success.
Amongst those also present were Messrs. F. H. Francis, M.H.R., W. Tyner, M.L.C., Cr. J. A. Grant, and Mrs. Grant (Mayor and Mayoress of Brighton), the councillors of Brighton, and Mr. J. H. Taylor, (town clerk).
The Argus, Friday, 31 July, 1925. Page 14.
MELBOURNE ORPHANAGE.
TRAINING OF CHILDREN.
MELBOURNE ORPHANAGE.
TRAINING OF CHILDREN.
The 73rd. annual report of the Melbourne Orphan Asylum (incorporated), was presented to the life patrons and contributors at the annual meeting at the Melbourne Town Hall yesterday. Dr. J. P. Wilson presided.
The report stated that during the period under review great progress had been made in every department of the institution’s activities. Tending to the welfare of the children and efficient management of the institution, machinery costing nearly £500 had been installed in the laundry; 9,600 square feet of land had been added to the playground; a residence within the grounds for the superintendent was in course of erection, thereby rendering more space available in the main building; additional land had been allotted to the Education department to extend the school accommodation; and plans were being considered for the remodelling of the kitchen.
Since its inauguration the asylum had dealt with 5,613 children. In 1924-25 the number was 332, and the daily average 239.
On June 30 the orphanage had the care of 306 children, of whom 22 were apprentices, 130 were at the Brighton homes, and the remaining number boarded out. Every child between the ages of five and 14 years had attended the school within the grounds. Three had gained merit certificates and seven qualifying certificates. Instruction was given in cookery, sewing swimming, temperance, physiology, carpentry and toy making, gymnastics, physical culture, and horticulture, as well as in the subjects of ordinary school curriculum.
Boys were attending the Brighton Technical School for instruction in shorthand and drawing. The spiritual and moral training of the children was also receiving careful attention. After leaving school most of the boys received at least 12 months’ training in farm and garden work, and on attaining the age of 15 years were paid for their work the wages of apprentices. ………………………………
Sporting Globe, Wednesday, 28 October, 1925. Page 9.
GLOBE CUP
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL WINS.
GLOBE CUP
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL WINS.
Brighton Technical School won this years’ competition for The Sporting Globe Cup.
More than 3500 Technical School boys from all parts of the State, witnessed the keen contest for The Sporting Globe cup. The Herald shield and the B. Grade cup at the ninth annual inter-technical school sports at Ballarat on Friday. Twenty-three schools competed.
In presenting the Cups and Shield, Major Baird, M.L.A., paid tribute to the enterprise of The Sporting Globe and The Herald in encouraging the sporting activities and healthy rivalry between the technical schools.
For the third time Ballarat secured The Herald shield, (senior school events).
The Sporting Globe cup is for junior school events. Caulfield had held the cup for the two previous years. This year it took third place.
Prahran secured the B. grade cup for schools with attendance of under 100 boys, which was contested for the first time. Ballarat again secured the grand aggregate.
Previous holders of the Sporting Globe Cup : - 1917, Swinburne; 1918, Maryborough; 1919, Swinburne; 1920, Ballarat; 1921, abandoned owing to rain; 1922, Bendigo; 1923 and 1924, Caulfield.
More than 3500 Technical School boys from all parts of the State, witnessed the keen contest for The Sporting Globe cup. The Herald shield and the B. Grade cup at the ninth annual inter-technical school sports at Ballarat on Friday. Twenty-three schools competed.
In presenting the Cups and Shield, Major Baird, M.L.A., paid tribute to the enterprise of The Sporting Globe and The Herald in encouraging the sporting activities and healthy rivalry between the technical schools.
For the third time Ballarat secured The Herald shield, (senior school events).
The Sporting Globe cup is for junior school events. Caulfield had held the cup for the two previous years. This year it took third place.
Prahran secured the B. grade cup for schools with attendance of under 100 boys, which was contested for the first time. Ballarat again secured the grand aggregate.
Previous holders of the Sporting Globe Cup : - 1917, Swinburne; 1918, Maryborough; 1919, Swinburne; 1920, Ballarat; 1921, abandoned owing to rain; 1922, Bendigo; 1923 and 1924, Caulfield.
The Argus, Saturday, 7 November, 1925. Page 38.
TECHNICAL EDUCATION.
BRIGHTON SCHOOL DISPLAY.
TECHNICAL EDUCATION.
BRIGHTON SCHOOL DISPLAY.
Nearly 5,000 people attended the annual demonstration and exhibition of students’ work, which ended at the Brighton Technical School yesterday afternoon. Visits arranged by the district inspector of schools, (Mr. R. Stephenson), enabled 2,000 senior scholars of district schools to view the exhibition. The classrooms, laboratories, and workshops were opened to visitors, who were thus given an opportunity of seeing the students engaged in various branches of technical and school work.
At the afternoon sessions displays of folk dancing and physical culture were given. In the girls’ school was a display of dressmaking, needle work, craft work, cookery, and similar subjects. In the main hall of the school buildings was arranged a comprehensive display of work in science, art, engineering, trade, and commercial subjects. The thoroughness of the training received by the students was shown in the exhibition. The principal of the school is Mr. C. R. Fraser, the head master of the boys’ school, Mr. A. J. Dunlop, and the headmistress of the girls’ school, Miss W. Nash.
The Argus, Friday, 9 April, 1926. Page 7.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
TENDER FOR ADDITIONS ACCEPTED.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
TENDER FOR ADDITIONS ACCEPTED.
The tender of C. G. Luff, The Avenue, Balaclava, for the erection of additions to the Brighton Technical School, has been accepted, the contract price being £6,109.
Other tenders which have been accepted are as follows : - New building, State School, No. 4,282, Springfield, M. C. Robson, Sea Lake, £473/19/-; painting, and general repairs, Courthouse, Swan Hill, E. J. Curnow, Kerang, £59/15/-.
Other tenders which have been accepted are as follows : - New building, State School, No. 4,282, Springfield, M. C. Robson, Sea Lake, £473/19/-; painting, and general repairs, Courthouse, Swan Hill, E. J. Curnow, Kerang, £59/15/-.
The Argus, Thursday, 28 October, 1926. Page 13.
TECHNICAL EDUCATION.
ROYAL COMMISSION OPPOSED.
VIEW OF TEACHERS’ UNION.
TECHNICAL EDUCATION.
ROYAL COMMISSION OPPOSED.
VIEW OF TEACHERS’ UNION.
Immediately following this deputation representatives of the Teachers’ Union waited upon Sir Alexander Peacock to oppose the proposal agreed to at Castlemaine, that a Royal Commission should investigate the effect of the Teachers’ Act on technical teachers.
“Representing 5,000 members the Teachers’ Union will do everything in its power to have the Teachers’ Act proclaimed as soon as possible,” said the president of the union (Mr. J. Stewart).
Mr. A. J. Dunlop, (Brighton Technical School), said that a Royal Commission would delay the operation of the Teachers’ Act, which was eagerly awaited. The slogan “Technical Education Endangered,” which was raised by the opponents of the act as it stood, sounded well, but no one could explain what it meant. At the Castlemaine conference the most bitter opposition had come from men whom the Act did not affect – such as members of the staff of the Working Men’s College who were not public servants.
Mr. S. T. Arthur, (Brunswick), claimed that the deputation represented 90 per cent of the technical teachers. Of 250 junior technical teachers employed directly under the terms of the Public Service Act, 210 had been members of the Technical Teachers’ Association at the end of last year. Attempts were being made to separate the technical teachers into two sections – “academic” teachers and “trade” teachers. That should not be done.
Mr. R. Kincross, (Brighton), said that the great majority of the trade teachers desired to be placed on the secondary roll , as was proposed in the Teachers Act.
Mr. C. Harrison, (Brunswick), said that the removal of the distinction between trade teachers and academic teachers was very much appreciated by the trade teachers.
Mr. F. A. Treyvaud, (Footscray), and Mr. H. C. Hart, secretary of the union, supported the representations.
In the absence of Sir Alexander Peacock, who had left during the speeches for the State Parliament, the director of Education, (Mr. Frank Tate), said that the Education department had determined that only those junior technical teachers who devoted three-quarters of their time to junior technical work would be considered for the secondary roll. The view of the department was that work in the junior technical schools was of the same type as work in higher elementary schools and high schools. To obtain the best results it was necessary that teachers of manual subjects should be trained teachers, and it was right that they should be placed upon the same basis as other teachers, and given the same opportunities to rise in the service.
“Representing 5,000 members the Teachers’ Union will do everything in its power to have the Teachers’ Act proclaimed as soon as possible,” said the president of the union (Mr. J. Stewart).
Mr. A. J. Dunlop, (Brighton Technical School), said that a Royal Commission would delay the operation of the Teachers’ Act, which was eagerly awaited. The slogan “Technical Education Endangered,” which was raised by the opponents of the act as it stood, sounded well, but no one could explain what it meant. At the Castlemaine conference the most bitter opposition had come from men whom the Act did not affect – such as members of the staff of the Working Men’s College who were not public servants.
Mr. S. T. Arthur, (Brunswick), claimed that the deputation represented 90 per cent of the technical teachers. Of 250 junior technical teachers employed directly under the terms of the Public Service Act, 210 had been members of the Technical Teachers’ Association at the end of last year. Attempts were being made to separate the technical teachers into two sections – “academic” teachers and “trade” teachers. That should not be done.
Mr. R. Kincross, (Brighton), said that the great majority of the trade teachers desired to be placed on the secondary roll , as was proposed in the Teachers Act.
Mr. C. Harrison, (Brunswick), said that the removal of the distinction between trade teachers and academic teachers was very much appreciated by the trade teachers.
Mr. F. A. Treyvaud, (Footscray), and Mr. H. C. Hart, secretary of the union, supported the representations.
In the absence of Sir Alexander Peacock, who had left during the speeches for the State Parliament, the director of Education, (Mr. Frank Tate), said that the Education department had determined that only those junior technical teachers who devoted three-quarters of their time to junior technical work would be considered for the secondary roll. The view of the department was that work in the junior technical schools was of the same type as work in higher elementary schools and high schools. To obtain the best results it was necessary that teachers of manual subjects should be trained teachers, and it was right that they should be placed upon the same basis as other teachers, and given the same opportunities to rise in the service.
The Argus, Friday, 10 December, 1926. Page 6.
STATE PARLIAMENT.
LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY.
“GRIEVANCE DAY” DEBATE.
TECHNICAL SCHOOL TEACHERS.
STATE PARLIAMENT.
LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY.
“GRIEVANCE DAY” DEBATE.
TECHNICAL SCHOOL TEACHERS.
Mr. Snowball (Lib. Brighton) –
Although it was the possession of technical qualifications by the teachers that made technical schools what they are.
Mr. Prendergast -
That was so. The Treasurer claimed that £380,000 a year was being spent on technical education, but if teachers with literary qualifications were being promoted to take charge of technical schools a large portion of that amount was being diverted from the technical side of education.
Mr. Snowball supported Mr. Prendergast’s remarks concerning the promotion of women teachers. It would be inexcusable for the House to remain silent while injustice was being done to these teachers. They were entitled to promotion under the act, and should not be forced to accept positions in the country as a condition of that promotion.
As president of the council of the Brighton Technical School, he felt that harm would be done to the technical schools if the department persisted in its policy of appointing teachers with literary qualifications in preference to the skilled craftsmen who, in the past, had made such a success of technical education.
Mr. Lemmon supported these arguments. Legislation in regard to this subject had been delayed by the dominating influence of the Legislative Council.
Although it was the possession of technical qualifications by the teachers that made technical schools what they are.
Mr. Prendergast -
That was so. The Treasurer claimed that £380,000 a year was being spent on technical education, but if teachers with literary qualifications were being promoted to take charge of technical schools a large portion of that amount was being diverted from the technical side of education.
Mr. Snowball supported Mr. Prendergast’s remarks concerning the promotion of women teachers. It would be inexcusable for the House to remain silent while injustice was being done to these teachers. They were entitled to promotion under the act, and should not be forced to accept positions in the country as a condition of that promotion.
As president of the council of the Brighton Technical School, he felt that harm would be done to the technical schools if the department persisted in its policy of appointing teachers with literary qualifications in preference to the skilled craftsmen who, in the past, had made such a success of technical education.
Mr. Lemmon supported these arguments. Legislation in regard to this subject had been delayed by the dominating influence of the Legislative Council.
The Age, Thursday, 16 December, 1926. Page 8.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL
JUDGE MOULE ON EFFICIENCY.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL
JUDGE MOULE ON EFFICIENCY.
Speaking at the bi-annual distribution of prizes and speech day of the Brighton Technical School, Judge Moule spoke of the necessity of being efficient in one’s calling in life in order that the community and nation may be progressive and prosperous. One reason for America’s success was its efficiency. When he accepted the invitation of the council of the school to speak the position was a little shaky, as a judge was not allowed to speak on anything of a political or controversial nature in public.
It was possible to get an education at a State school or a public school or university, but the education at any of these institutions seldom fitted a person for whatever walk of life he took up.
The young barrister who obtained his LL.B. after four years’ gruelling study was no more fitted to go into court and face a judge than the average school boy. He lacked both technique and knowledge. This was picked up by “devilling.” Everything in life depended upon efficiency, and that was what was taught in technical schools. He exhorted the students to take an interest in everything they did, become efficient in it, and everyone would be satisfied.
PRINCIPAL’S REPORT.
The principal, Mr. C. R. Fraser, in delivering the report, said : - I have the honor to present to you a report on the work of the Brighton Technical School for the years 1925 and 1926. For a variety of reasons, but largely because of the fact that the Education department December examinations were prolonged until within a few days of the ending of the school year, it was found impossible to hold a speech night in 1925. Our prize list tonight therefore includes details of scholastic and other achievements covering a period of two years. The increased numbers attending our school, and provision for the higher grades of subjects added to our curriculum from time to time, have necessitated additions to our plant and school equipment generally. The Education department has provided the necessary funds for this. In all, over 100 subjects and grades of subjects are taught in the Brighton Technical School, and the nature of these range from elementary work in English and arithmetic to the most advanced work in science, arts and crafts, household and commercial subjects. The exhibitions of school work, held towards the and of each school year, indicate the high standard and the diversity of this work. As the value of the training imparted in this school is more and more recognised by parents and the public generally, and the demand for further and higher training created, so will the usefulness and range of our curriculum be extended. Much-needed extensions will include a workshop for motor mechanics, an oxy-acetylene welding plant, senior science laboratory and additional rooms for commercial and other classes.
With the rapid expansion of the petrol engine and allied industries, and the demand for certificated motor mechanics, it is imperative that our schools should be fitted up to cater for the requirements associated with these industries. No difficulty would be experienced here, even at the present time, in filling a class with those seeking the necessary instruction.
The girls’ day school has proved to be the success that was anticipated, and many students each year have to be refused admission on account of the limited accommodation. This year extensive additions have been made to the building at “Cora Lynn.” Our president informs me that Lady Somers has expressed her willingness to officially open these early in the new year.
These additions include a kitchen and dining-room, a junior and senior art room, a class room, and also cloak rooms and stores, and a new plant house.
I wish to compliment Miss Nash and the staff for the excellent way in which they have carried on the work of the school pending the completion of the recent additions.
In our boys’ day school the gross enrolment this year has reached a record we are proud of. Until extra accommodation is provided this number is approximately the maximum number that can be admitted.
The head master, Mr. A. J. Dunlop B.A., Dip. Ed., and staff are again to be heartily congratulated on the further success of the school during two years. Each year there has been an increase in the number of students seeking admission, some 30 or 40 had to be refused admission this year, and the number of classes has taxed all available accommodation. Already for 1927 some hundred new students have been accepted. The number of junior technical and intermediate technical certificates gained last year was very satisfactory. The junior certificate is of such a standard that lads with merit certificates have to work hard to obtain a pass within a year of their enrolment.
The intermediate certificate guarantees that its possessor has had a very sound preparatory training for senior technical work in the higher branches. It can be obtained by studious lads after a three years’ course. Reviewing the work of our school as a whole for the past two years, and especially for the year just ending, I am satisfied that we have maintained a high standard of progress and efficiency, and that our institution has rendered good service to the community.
The gross enrolment for the present year is : - Boys’ day school, 415; girls’ day school, 156; evening school, 466; total, 1037. On behalf of the school I wish to acknowledge with thanks the valuable donations received during the past two years. These include prizes, trophies, specimens, books and equipment. In addition to cash received for special scholarships and for other specified purposes. We record our special thanks to Mr. W. T. Grant for his handsome gift of a perpetual scholarship in carpentry; also to the Brighton and Sandringham city councils for their welcome additions to our scholarship fund.
With the rapid expansion of the petrol engine and allied industries, and the demand for certificated motor mechanics, it is imperative that our schools should be fitted up to cater for the requirements associated with these industries. No difficulty would be experienced here, even at the present time, in filling a class with those seeking the necessary instruction.
The girls’ day school has proved to be the success that was anticipated, and many students each year have to be refused admission on account of the limited accommodation. This year extensive additions have been made to the building at “Cora Lynn.” Our president informs me that Lady Somers has expressed her willingness to officially open these early in the new year.
These additions include a kitchen and dining-room, a junior and senior art room, a class room, and also cloak rooms and stores, and a new plant house.
I wish to compliment Miss Nash and the staff for the excellent way in which they have carried on the work of the school pending the completion of the recent additions.
In our boys’ day school the gross enrolment this year has reached a record we are proud of. Until extra accommodation is provided this number is approximately the maximum number that can be admitted.
The head master, Mr. A. J. Dunlop B.A., Dip. Ed., and staff are again to be heartily congratulated on the further success of the school during two years. Each year there has been an increase in the number of students seeking admission, some 30 or 40 had to be refused admission this year, and the number of classes has taxed all available accommodation. Already for 1927 some hundred new students have been accepted. The number of junior technical and intermediate technical certificates gained last year was very satisfactory. The junior certificate is of such a standard that lads with merit certificates have to work hard to obtain a pass within a year of their enrolment.
The intermediate certificate guarantees that its possessor has had a very sound preparatory training for senior technical work in the higher branches. It can be obtained by studious lads after a three years’ course. Reviewing the work of our school as a whole for the past two years, and especially for the year just ending, I am satisfied that we have maintained a high standard of progress and efficiency, and that our institution has rendered good service to the community.
The gross enrolment for the present year is : - Boys’ day school, 415; girls’ day school, 156; evening school, 466; total, 1037. On behalf of the school I wish to acknowledge with thanks the valuable donations received during the past two years. These include prizes, trophies, specimens, books and equipment. In addition to cash received for special scholarships and for other specified purposes. We record our special thanks to Mr. W. T. Grant for his handsome gift of a perpetual scholarship in carpentry; also to the Brighton and Sandringham city councils for their welcome additions to our scholarship fund.
PRIZE LIST.
Scholastic Prizes 1924, - Dux of School, (Wilson Medal) : H. M. Borkheim. Proxime Accessit, (Groom Prize) : C. Axnick. Second Year Dux, (Snowball Prize) : J. Clayton. First Year Dux, (Horton Medal) : L. Dudgeon.
Scholastic Prizes 1925, - Dux of School, (Wilson Medal) : L. Dugay. Proxime Accessit, (Groom Prize) : D. Fraser. Second Year Dux, (Snowball Prize) : I. Gillespie. First Year Dux, (Horton Medal) : J. Pickton.
Prize List for 1925, - Dux of the School : Mollie Lynn, (Winner of the Entwisle Prize). Prizes Awarded by Mr. J. Wallace Ross : Proxime Accessit, Florence Madder; Dux of B sections, Clare Southey; Dux of C sections Bessie Perry.
Scholastic Prizes 1925, - Dux of School, (Wilson Medal) : L. Dugay. Proxime Accessit, (Groom Prize) : D. Fraser. Second Year Dux, (Snowball Prize) : I. Gillespie. First Year Dux, (Horton Medal) : J. Pickton.
Prize List for 1925, - Dux of the School : Mollie Lynn, (Winner of the Entwisle Prize). Prizes Awarded by Mr. J. Wallace Ross : Proxime Accessit, Florence Madder; Dux of B sections, Clare Southey; Dux of C sections Bessie Perry.
The Argus, Thursday, 24 March, 1927. Page 6.
WOMEN’S ACTIVITIES.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
NEW BUILDINGS OPENED.
WOMEN’S ACTIVITIES.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
NEW BUILDINGS OPENED.
A golden key, tied with the school colours, was used by Lady Somers yesterday afternoon to open the door leading to the new wing of the girls’ section of the Brighton Technical School, Cora Lynn, Cochrane street, North Brighton. A guard of honour was formed by the scholars to welcome Lady Somers, who was greeted on her arrival by the Mayor of Brighton, ( Councillor E. Flannagan), the president (Mr. O. R. Snowball), and members of the school council, the principal of the school, (Mr. C. R. Fraser), the principal of the girls’ section, (Miss W. Nash), and the town clerk, (Mr. J. H. Taylor). The new buildings consist of a kitchen for the cooking class, a dining-room, two art rooms, and a cloak room. The cost was £10,000.
After performing the ceremony, Lady Somers said : - “This is the golden age of popular education. To me technical schools have always seemed the direct descendants of those guilds of the Middle Ages, but it is only comparatively recently that we have been granted equal educational opportunities for boys and girls.”
A posy of Cecil Brunner roses and ageratum was presented to Lady Somers by two of the prefects, and after an inspection of the building, a display of folk dancing was given on the lawn by pupils. Tea was served in the new dining room, and the guests inspected the white enamelled kitchen, which is fitted with two electric stoves, four gas stoves, and a range. The girls made the cakes and scones served at afternoon tea.
After performing the ceremony, Lady Somers said : - “This is the golden age of popular education. To me technical schools have always seemed the direct descendants of those guilds of the Middle Ages, but it is only comparatively recently that we have been granted equal educational opportunities for boys and girls.”
A posy of Cecil Brunner roses and ageratum was presented to Lady Somers by two of the prefects, and after an inspection of the building, a display of folk dancing was given on the lawn by pupils. Tea was served in the new dining room, and the guests inspected the white enamelled kitchen, which is fitted with two electric stoves, four gas stoves, and a range. The girls made the cakes and scones served at afternoon tea.
The Argus, Tuesday, 23 August, 1927. Page 4.
HEAD MASTER FOUND SHOT.
FINDING OF SUICIDE.
HEAD MASTER FOUND SHOT.
FINDING OF SUICIDE.
The death of Arthur Joseph Dunlop, aged 40 years, head master of the Brighton Technical School, who was found dead in his office at the school on August 13, with a bullet wound in his head and pea-rifle beside him, was inquired into by the city coroner, (Mr. D. Berriman, P.M.), yesterday.
William Joseph Finnan, journalist, of Adamson Street, Middle Brighton, said : - “I last saw Mr. Dunlop alive on August 13. He seemed strange in his manner and upset as a result of an interview he had had with an Education department official. On August 12, at my office, he collapsed.
He said that he was in trouble financially in regards the Education department, and that he had been suspended. He said that there were two courses open to him. He could resign if he were allowed, and then he mentioned suicide in a jocular manner, but a moment later said, ‘No, a man is too young at 40 to go out like that.’ He was a married man with four children.”
Mr. Clark R. Fraser, principal of the Brighton Technical School, said : - “On August 12 a letter was handed to me from the Education department notifying me that Mr. A. J. Dunlop was suspended, and asking me to convey the information to him. I telephoned him the message and he said that he would see me at the school on Monday.”
Alan Henry Chesterfield, labourer, of Marriot street, Caulfield, said : - “On August 13 I went to the Brighton Technical School to see Mr. Dunlop in response to a note which he had sent me. I tried to get into his office, but could not. I looked through the window and saw him lying back in his chair. I told the caretaker, who opened the door, and found that he was dead.”
The coroner found that death was caused by a gunshot would self-inflicted.
The Argus, Thursday, 3 November, 1927. Page 10.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
MINISTER OPENS EXHIBITION.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
MINISTER OPENS EXHIBITION.
The annual exhibition of students’ work at the Brighton Technical School was opened last evening by the Minister for Education, (Mr. Lemmon).
Mr. Lemmon said that the Brighton school was in a particularly fortunate position because of the hearty co-operation between the council and those associated with the school. Few of the boys and girls realised the benefits that a thorough technical education gave.
In technical education alone the State was now spending £300,000 a year, and in general education nearly £3,000,000 was being spent. In 1904 the amount was £800,000, showing how the advantages had been realised. Improvements would result in the educational system if the Apprenticeship Bill, now before Parliament, went through. Each trade would be catered for practically as well as theoretically, and experts would prepare the courses. Mr. Lemmon was presented with an ornamental cigarette case.
Mr. Lemmon said that the Brighton school was in a particularly fortunate position because of the hearty co-operation between the council and those associated with the school. Few of the boys and girls realised the benefits that a thorough technical education gave.
In technical education alone the State was now spending £300,000 a year, and in general education nearly £3,000,000 was being spent. In 1904 the amount was £800,000, showing how the advantages had been realised. Improvements would result in the educational system if the Apprenticeship Bill, now before Parliament, went through. Each trade would be catered for practically as well as theoretically, and experts would prepare the courses. Mr. Lemmon was presented with an ornamental cigarette case.
The Argus, Friday, 9 March, 1928. Page 11.
PRESENTATION TO MR. SNOWBALL.
PRESENTATION TO MR. SNOWBALL.
Members of the council of the Brighton Technical School on Tuesday night presented Mr. Snowball, M.L.A., the president of the school council, with a large photograph of himself in his robes of office as Speaker of the Legislative Assembly. Mr. Snowball was the leader, 16 years ago, of a movement for the establishment of a technical school at Brighton, and he has taken an active interest in the school since its foundation in 1921. The chair was occupied by the mayor of Brighton, (Councillor H. A. Abbott), who paid a tribute to Mr. Snowball’s zeal and industry in regard to the school.
Mr. Snowball, in responding, said that he thought that the present Ministry was respected in every quarter, and he felt sure that every member was making an honest attempt to serve the State and the community in general.
The suggestion was made that the institution should be known as the Snowball Technical College, in recognition of Mr. Snowball’s services.
Mr. Snowball, in responding, said that he thought that the present Ministry was respected in every quarter, and he felt sure that every member was making an honest attempt to serve the State and the community in general.
The suggestion was made that the institution should be known as the Snowball Technical College, in recognition of Mr. Snowball’s services.
Australasian, Saturday, 7 April, 1928. Page 58.
BRIGHTON FLOWER SHOW.
BRIGHTON FLOWER SHOW.
The annual autumn show of the Brighton Horticultural Society was held on Saturday, March 31, in the Wilson Recreation Hall.
Councillor H. A. Abbott, (mayor of Brighton), officially opened the show, and was supported by Mr. W. H. Tyner and Councillor J. A. Grant. The mayor, in his speech, paid a fine tribute to the late Mr. O. R. Snowball, M.L.A. His death, he said, had robbed the district of a great citizen, one who had taken a keen interest in the society for many years.
Great satisfaction was expressed at the increasing interest taken in horticulture during the last few years by the Brighton Technical School students. Mention was made of the high standard of exhibits shown by them in their non-competitive display, which fully deserved the order of merit awarded by the judges. Careful consideration had been given to the position of the tables and benches, and the space allotted to each exhibitor allowed the blooms to be shown to the greatest advantage. Dahlias were in the majority, and formed the principal feature of the show. These, together with several tables of beautiful gladioli blooms, were to a great extent responsible for the riot of colour which attracted the attention of visitors on entering the hall.
Councillor H. A. Abbott, (mayor of Brighton), officially opened the show, and was supported by Mr. W. H. Tyner and Councillor J. A. Grant. The mayor, in his speech, paid a fine tribute to the late Mr. O. R. Snowball, M.L.A. His death, he said, had robbed the district of a great citizen, one who had taken a keen interest in the society for many years.
Great satisfaction was expressed at the increasing interest taken in horticulture during the last few years by the Brighton Technical School students. Mention was made of the high standard of exhibits shown by them in their non-competitive display, which fully deserved the order of merit awarded by the judges. Careful consideration had been given to the position of the tables and benches, and the space allotted to each exhibitor allowed the blooms to be shown to the greatest advantage. Dahlias were in the majority, and formed the principal feature of the show. These, together with several tables of beautiful gladioli blooms, were to a great extent responsible for the riot of colour which attracted the attention of visitors on entering the hall.
The Argus, Monday, 3 September, 1928. Page 20.
BOX HILL TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
BOX HILL TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
Before her departure, as mistress in charge of the girls’ section, Miss Winifred Nash, principal of the Box Hill Technical School, was entertained by the staff and council of the Brighton Technical School at a luncheon in the girls’ section, and was presented with a vase of Moorcroft potteryware.
Her work in Brighton was spoken of in high terms, and she was congratulated on her appointment to Box Hill. Miss A. Swann succeeds Miss Nash at Brighton.
Her work in Brighton was spoken of in high terms, and she was congratulated on her appointment to Box Hill. Miss A. Swann succeeds Miss Nash at Brighton.
The Age, Monday, 17 September, 1928. Page 11.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
The annual ball of the Brighton Technical School Old Boys’ Association will be held in the Brighton town hall on Wednesday evening next. Those who have not yet obtained tickets may do so by applying to the technical school. All proceeds are in aid of the limbless soldiers’ appeal.
The Age, Friday, 21 December, 1928.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
SEVEN YEARS OF PROGRESS
NEW BUILDINGS REQUIRED.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
SEVEN YEARS OF PROGRESS
NEW BUILDINGS REQUIRED.
In common with most of the other technical schools in the State, the Brighton Technical school has abandoned the idea of holding a formal speech night function – the school council deciding to present scholastic prizes at the annual exhibition of school work, and as far as possible to announce the names of prize winners at a special assembly on the last school day of the year. This latter function was held in the school hall on Thursday, 20th. December, members of the school council, parents and others interested being in attendance.
In his report the president of the school, Mr. J. Wallace Ross, reviewed the year’s work, and stated that this had been successful in every way.
Opened in 1922, each year since then has marked a steady, but sure, development, and further extensions, to provide much needed accommodation, are in urgent need at the present time.
Proceeding, Mr. Ross pointed out that the development of the higher grades of technical work was necessarily a matter of gradual evolution rather than of rapid development, and reviewing the year just ended, he, the council and staff, were assured that good progress had been made.
In his report the president of the school, Mr. J. Wallace Ross, reviewed the year’s work, and stated that this had been successful in every way.
Opened in 1922, each year since then has marked a steady, but sure, development, and further extensions, to provide much needed accommodation, are in urgent need at the present time.
Proceeding, Mr. Ross pointed out that the development of the higher grades of technical work was necessarily a matter of gradual evolution rather than of rapid development, and reviewing the year just ended, he, the council and staff, were assured that good progress had been made.
SCHOOL EXHIBITION.
The exhibition of students’ work held early in November, and attended by over 2000 visitors, was a revelation to many as to the quality and variety of work done, the exhibits representing the classes connected with art, science, engineering, trade, commercial and household subjects.
Dux and other prizes won during the previous year were presented by Mr. M. P. Hansen, M.A., LL.B., the Director of Education. In this year 70 junior technical and 25 intermediate technical certificates were gained by students in the junior day schools, and in the senior work of the school some 380 subject certificates were gained.
Dux and other prizes won during the previous year were presented by Mr. M. P. Hansen, M.A., LL.B., the Director of Education. In this year 70 junior technical and 25 intermediate technical certificates were gained by students in the junior day schools, and in the senior work of the school some 380 subject certificates were gained.
SCHOOL CERTIFICATES.
Your council is urging the establishment by the Education department of a common school intermediate certificate – such certificate to be awarded to students who complete a compulsory group of subjects common to all types of schools – together with some other group, of which there shall be several.
This system is in operation in at least one of the other States, and if adopted here would help considerably in solving the vexed question as to the relative values of school certificates as entrance standards to certain callings, and would simplify matters for all concerned – particularly parents. The need of more recognition of technical school certificates generally is admitted, and the Education department has this matter in hand.
This system is in operation in at least one of the other States, and if adopted here would help considerably in solving the vexed question as to the relative values of school certificates as entrance standards to certain callings, and would simplify matters for all concerned – particularly parents. The need of more recognition of technical school certificates generally is admitted, and the Education department has this matter in hand.
THE WORK OF THE SCHOOL.
The work of the school is grouped into three main parts – the junior day school for girls, the junior day school for boys, and the senior school – the latter being taken largely in the evenings, although each year sees an extension of the classes taken in the day time. The entrance standard to the girls’ school is that of the merit certificate – accommodation being limited, it is necessary each year to hold a classifying or entrance examination.
We congratulate Miss W. Nash on her promotion to the principalship of the Box Hill Technical School, and at the same time welcome Miss F. Swan, the new mistress in charge, whose valuable experience in technical school affairs has eminently qualified her for this position. In addition to the work of the junior day school, special classes for seniors in dress making, millinery, cookery, applied art, &c., will be conducted next year.
In the boys’ day school, the entrance standard is from the 6th. grade, but to do a satisfactory course it is essential that applicants for admission be well grounded in arithmetic and English. Students weak in these subjects are advised to complete a further year in the elementary school before transferring to the technical school. In fact students entering from the 8th. grade, often complete the most satisfactory courses.
The idea that a student weak in ordinary school subjects is therefore eligible to enter on a technical course of study is a stupid one.
The Apprenticeship Commission will now regulate the training of boys entering skilled industries, and the much needed guidance of such a body will do much to help industry generally. We will co-operate in every possible way with the commission, and congratulate its members on the progress already made.
We regret to report the transfer of Mr. J. Waters, B.A., Dip. Edn., to another school. We congratulate him on his promotion, but feel that his place will be hard to fill.
The success of our school as training centres for future captains of industry is dependent on the interest shown by the staff in each and every stage of the instruction provided.
As much of this is of necessity given in evening courses, it is essential that all members of school staffs be actively interested in the higher work of the school. In this respect Mr. Waters has been a tower of strength to us, especially in the higher mathematics.
In conclusion, I cannot do better than quote from your last school magazine, where we record the conviction that our school, in addition to imparting a sound education, makes provision for that all–round training so necessary for good citizenship.
We look forward to the future confident that students of the Brighton Technical School, both past and present, will ever appreciate its ideals and high standards and those habits of industry and courtesy so essentially associated with its work.
We feel that these characteristics, while marking them as citizens good and true, will do much to bring about a spirit of understanding and good will in the further development of this fair Australia of ours.
After section masters had presented their reports, the vice-president, Mr. H. J. Thoms, J.P., presented prizes and trophies won during the year.
Mr. Newton made a presentation of a wristlet watch personally to W. Lucas, who had come top of the school in mathematics.
A suitable vote of thanks, proposed by senior prefects Brownbill, Beer and Newton, concluded a very enjoyable speech day gathering.
Prizes awarded included :
We congratulate Miss W. Nash on her promotion to the principalship of the Box Hill Technical School, and at the same time welcome Miss F. Swan, the new mistress in charge, whose valuable experience in technical school affairs has eminently qualified her for this position. In addition to the work of the junior day school, special classes for seniors in dress making, millinery, cookery, applied art, &c., will be conducted next year.
In the boys’ day school, the entrance standard is from the 6th. grade, but to do a satisfactory course it is essential that applicants for admission be well grounded in arithmetic and English. Students weak in these subjects are advised to complete a further year in the elementary school before transferring to the technical school. In fact students entering from the 8th. grade, often complete the most satisfactory courses.
The idea that a student weak in ordinary school subjects is therefore eligible to enter on a technical course of study is a stupid one.
The Apprenticeship Commission will now regulate the training of boys entering skilled industries, and the much needed guidance of such a body will do much to help industry generally. We will co-operate in every possible way with the commission, and congratulate its members on the progress already made.
We regret to report the transfer of Mr. J. Waters, B.A., Dip. Edn., to another school. We congratulate him on his promotion, but feel that his place will be hard to fill.
The success of our school as training centres for future captains of industry is dependent on the interest shown by the staff in each and every stage of the instruction provided.
As much of this is of necessity given in evening courses, it is essential that all members of school staffs be actively interested in the higher work of the school. In this respect Mr. Waters has been a tower of strength to us, especially in the higher mathematics.
In conclusion, I cannot do better than quote from your last school magazine, where we record the conviction that our school, in addition to imparting a sound education, makes provision for that all–round training so necessary for good citizenship.
We look forward to the future confident that students of the Brighton Technical School, both past and present, will ever appreciate its ideals and high standards and those habits of industry and courtesy so essentially associated with its work.
We feel that these characteristics, while marking them as citizens good and true, will do much to bring about a spirit of understanding and good will in the further development of this fair Australia of ours.
After section masters had presented their reports, the vice-president, Mr. H. J. Thoms, J.P., presented prizes and trophies won during the year.
Mr. Newton made a presentation of a wristlet watch personally to W. Lucas, who had come top of the school in mathematics.
A suitable vote of thanks, proposed by senior prefects Brownbill, Beer and Newton, concluded a very enjoyable speech day gathering.
Prizes awarded included :
HONOR LISTS
Sports Prizes - Boys’ Day School – Senior Athletic Cup (Milne Cup) : H. Brownbill. Junior Athletic Cup (1926 Prefects) : R. Wartman. 300 Yards Handicap Cup : W. Field. Senior Swimming Cup (E. B. Johnson Cup) : W. Parkinson. Junior Swimming Cup (Milne Cup) : J. F. Murray. Tennis Championship (Milne Cup) : F. A. Field. Boxing Championship : (J. Wallace Ross Cup) : H. Brownbill. Life-Saving Cup (Saxe Cup) : L. Crowle. Old Boys’ Football Medal : J. F. Murray (most improved player).
Sports Certificates - H. Brownbill, W. Thornton, W. Parkinson, J. F. Murray, F. Keys, F. Newton, R. Hubbard, A. Browse, L. Crowle, A. Westcott, R. Creighton, J. McKellar, V. Hawken.
Sports Prizes - F. Keys, Colin Scott, Harold Brownbill, W. Parkinson, R. Hubbard, R. Wartman, W. B. Mason, Archer, W. Field, R. Creighton, A. Mole, Titchener, Clarke, Reid, Regan, F. Field, W. Thornton, Calvert, L. Crowle, Quinn, Eagle, Hinks, J. McKellar, A. Browse, G. Weber.
The Newton Prize – (Best Student in Mathematics in A1) - W. H. Lucas.
Preliminary Notice, 1928 Day School Results –
The following students have been classed as under. This placing is subject to confirmation by the Education department : - Dux of School : W. Lucas, the Wilson medal. Proxime Accessit : H. Beer, the Groom medal. Dux of Second Year Students (J. Wallace Ross medal) : R. Titchener. Dux of First Year Students (Horton Medal) : R. H. Hurst.
Girls’ Day School - Dux of School : Marjorie Watmuff. Proxime Accessit : Marjorie Dannatt (the Entwisle prizes). Dux of Second Year Students : Nancy Stroud. Dux of First Year Students : Marjorie Shoesmith (the A. O. Vary prizes).
Sports Certificates - H. Brownbill, W. Thornton, W. Parkinson, J. F. Murray, F. Keys, F. Newton, R. Hubbard, A. Browse, L. Crowle, A. Westcott, R. Creighton, J. McKellar, V. Hawken.
Sports Prizes - F. Keys, Colin Scott, Harold Brownbill, W. Parkinson, R. Hubbard, R. Wartman, W. B. Mason, Archer, W. Field, R. Creighton, A. Mole, Titchener, Clarke, Reid, Regan, F. Field, W. Thornton, Calvert, L. Crowle, Quinn, Eagle, Hinks, J. McKellar, A. Browse, G. Weber.
The Newton Prize – (Best Student in Mathematics in A1) - W. H. Lucas.
Preliminary Notice, 1928 Day School Results –
The following students have been classed as under. This placing is subject to confirmation by the Education department : - Dux of School : W. Lucas, the Wilson medal. Proxime Accessit : H. Beer, the Groom medal. Dux of Second Year Students (J. Wallace Ross medal) : R. Titchener. Dux of First Year Students (Horton Medal) : R. H. Hurst.
Girls’ Day School - Dux of School : Marjorie Watmuff. Proxime Accessit : Marjorie Dannatt (the Entwisle prizes). Dux of Second Year Students : Nancy Stroud. Dux of First Year Students : Marjorie Shoesmith (the A. O. Vary prizes).
The Argus, Saturday, 23 March, 1929. Page 16.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
Satisfaction with the progress made in the last year was expressed at the annual meeting of the Brighton Technical School council. The following were elected officers : - President, Mr. J. Wallace Ross; vice-president, Councillor J. Richards and Mr. H. J. Thoms; treasurer, Mr. A. O. Vary.
The Argus, Thursday, 7 November, 1929. Page 15.
THE SCHOOLS.
BY PRELECTOR.
THE SCHOOLS.
BY PRELECTOR.
Brighton Technical School students are holding their annual exhibition of students’ work at the school this week. The exhibition was opened last evening by the Minister for Public Instruction, (Mr. Cohen, M.L.C.), and it will be open to the public to-day and to-morrow. Mr. C. R. Fraser, the principal, will be glad to welcome all interested in the work of the school.
The Age, Saturday, 21 December, 1929. Page 19.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL YEAR.
PRESIDENT’S CRITICISM OF MINISTERIAL METHODS.
BRIGHTON TECHNICAL SCHOOL.
ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL YEAR.
PRESIDENT’S CRITICISM OF MINISTERIAL METHODS.
The ending of the school session was carried out on the same lines as for last year – additional features this year being that the dramatic club successfully staged a play, while the girls’ school held a “break-up” picnic.
The actual function of winding up the work of the year took the form of a break-up assembly in the school hall, the president, (Mr. J. Wallace Ross, F.I.C.A.), presiding over the gathering, and the vice-president, (Mr. H. J. Thoms, J.P.), presenting prizes and trophies won during the year.
Presentations were made also to Mr. J. Duke, who is leaving for another school, and to Mr. J. Pedrazzi, on the eve of his approaching marriage.
The President in reviewing the work of the year, reported a further period of steady progress. The school had suffered a severe loss in the sad and sudden death of Cr. J. Richards, one of the foundation members of the school council. Quiet and unobtrusive in his manner, but possessing a high technical knowledge of the building and allied trades, he was ever ready and willing to render service to the school, which always had the benefit of his wide experience.
The naming of the school “houses” by the vice-president, Mr. H. J. Thoms, at a recent assembly of the boys’ school is a fitting commemoration of the memories of the late Cr. J. Richards and three other gentlemen who have done so much for the school, the “houses” concerned being named after the late presidents T. Wilson and O. R. Snowball and vice-presidents Grout and Richards.
The best thanks of all were due to Mr. C. R. Fraser, B.Sc., the principal of the school, to Miss Swan, (Mistress in charge of the girls’ section), to Mr. R. G. Perry, B.Sc., (acting in charge of the boys’ school), and to the splendid staff who had brought about such a year of progress.
Over four hundred subject certificates were gained by students in the senior school, such certificates embracing the work of the engineering, art, trade, commercial and household departments.
In the junior technical day schools students were successful in gaining 48 intermediate technical certificates and 79 junior technical certificates, a pleasing feature in both the senior and junior departments being the large proportion of “pass credits” obtained.
The school was also successful in athletics, and in swimming alone 16 medallions were gained, also 19 senior and 72 junior certificates.
The enrolment for the school again exceeded 1,000, and accommodation was taxed to the utmost. This appears to be the experience in most of the technical schools, which meet the position by holding entrance examinations. Even with this system in operation the junior schools were often used as “clearing houses,” and of the number admitted many were found unfitted for entry into the skilled industries.
One of the most useful functions of the Education Department’s scheme of vocational guidance would be the careful guidance of the right type of students to schools of a special nature – once the boys and girls with the proper qualifications entered such schools their guidance into suitable vocations was a matter that could be safely left with the special schools.
Commenting on the lack of accommodation, the president said : “In April this year the council sought a conference with the Minister of Education to urge the necessity for further buildings, and for the appointment of a vice-principal to the school. Instead of receiving a deputation the Minister was good enough to attend the school along with the director and chief inspector, to discuss our requirements. I very much regret, however, that after a lapse of nearly eight months nothing has been done in either of these matters – this despite the fact that even at that date the request made dated back for some two years. It is this procrastinating habit, which is becoming more and more a feature of the policy adopted by Ministers of the Crown, which tends to make sections of the community bring political and other pressure to bear to secure attention to their requests.
Such practices have an extremely bad influence in the community, and if allowed to continue may ultimately lead to some of the regrettable political abuses operating in other countries. If the Minister would say that he could not accede to our requests and frankly tell us why we would know where we stood and how to act.
When, however, our requests are over three years old and we have not even had an acknowledgment to one of them, and can obtain no satisfaction regarding either of them, then I think it is time that the members of the council, as responsible citizens, let it be known in no uncertain terms that they strongly disapprove of such a method of conducting public business.
The required building extensions must include provision for classes in chemistry, a room for senior art and an addition to the trade building. The need for these has been stressed again and again by the departmental inspectors, and representations have been made concerning these requirements both by the late president, (Mr Snowball), and myself. Recently, Mr. E. T. T. Scott, a member of the school council, donated a motor car engine for the proposed class in motor mechanics, and several promises of other equipment have been made to us. Early in the coming year I hope the council will vigorously take up these matters and press for definite decisions being given.
Once again the outstanding function of the school year was the annual exhibition of students’ work. This was officially opened by the Minister of Education, who also presented dux and other prizes to students successful in the December, 1928, examinations.
Official guests were entertained later on in the evening, and prior to the close of the exhibition opportunity was taken to express the thanks of the council to the principal and members of the staff for the excellence of the display.
The thanks of the council are due to Mr. Inspector R. Stephenson for arranging for visits from students of district elementary schools during the currency of the display at which (including these students), it is estimated that there was an attendance of over 2,000 visitors.
Our school again displayed at the Royal Agricultural show and at the Chamber of Manufactures exhibition – a representative lot of work being on view at both exhibitions.
“Sea Spray,” the school magazine was again published this year, the publication being up to its usual high standard. Details of donations for scholarships, prizes and the like, also of other donations to the school were given in this publication – the donors have been thanked for their practical interest in the school.
I also wish to here record my best thanks to those who have assisted us by their attendance at school assemblies and on such occasions as Anzac day, Armistice day and other such functions, also at sports or other “domestic” school gatherings. I have already extended personal thanks to these for services in this regard.
To all those others – the Brighton city council, parents, religious instruction teachers, St. John’s Ambulance Association, officers of the Education Department, &c, who have in many other ways assisted, we also owe our thanks.
The general activities associated with the life of our school are all important in the work of a many sided educational institution, but the scholastic side is also all important, and we are proud to know that in this direction the school has had a successful year. Not only the imparting of knowledge, but also the broader aspect of training for citizenship has been well attended to.
Within a few weeks the technical schools will be saying an official farewell to Mr. Donald Clark, M.M.E., B.C.E., B.A., chief inspector of technical schools, who retires from the position he has occupied since its creation in 1910, had been for many years connected with the Bairnsdale and Bendigo Schools of Mines as principal, and later with the Melbourne University as lecturer in metallurgy and mining engineering. Mr. Clark has thus devoted practically the whole of his life to the special branch of education in which we are all interested, and it will no doubt be with considerable feeling of regret that he will sever his official connection with this work. The members of the council are joining with the councils and staffs of other technical schools to suitably recognise Mr. Clark’s service to the State and technical education.”
The following is a list of some of the prizes gained : -
The actual function of winding up the work of the year took the form of a break-up assembly in the school hall, the president, (Mr. J. Wallace Ross, F.I.C.A.), presiding over the gathering, and the vice-president, (Mr. H. J. Thoms, J.P.), presenting prizes and trophies won during the year.
Presentations were made also to Mr. J. Duke, who is leaving for another school, and to Mr. J. Pedrazzi, on the eve of his approaching marriage.
The President in reviewing the work of the year, reported a further period of steady progress. The school had suffered a severe loss in the sad and sudden death of Cr. J. Richards, one of the foundation members of the school council. Quiet and unobtrusive in his manner, but possessing a high technical knowledge of the building and allied trades, he was ever ready and willing to render service to the school, which always had the benefit of his wide experience.
The naming of the school “houses” by the vice-president, Mr. H. J. Thoms, at a recent assembly of the boys’ school is a fitting commemoration of the memories of the late Cr. J. Richards and three other gentlemen who have done so much for the school, the “houses” concerned being named after the late presidents T. Wilson and O. R. Snowball and vice-presidents Grout and Richards.
The best thanks of all were due to Mr. C. R. Fraser, B.Sc., the principal of the school, to Miss Swan, (Mistress in charge of the girls’ section), to Mr. R. G. Perry, B.Sc., (acting in charge of the boys’ school), and to the splendid staff who had brought about such a year of progress.
Over four hundred subject certificates were gained by students in the senior school, such certificates embracing the work of the engineering, art, trade, commercial and household departments.
In the junior technical day schools students were successful in gaining 48 intermediate technical certificates and 79 junior technical certificates, a pleasing feature in both the senior and junior departments being the large proportion of “pass credits” obtained.
The school was also successful in athletics, and in swimming alone 16 medallions were gained, also 19 senior and 72 junior certificates.
The enrolment for the school again exceeded 1,000, and accommodation was taxed to the utmost. This appears to be the experience in most of the technical schools, which meet the position by holding entrance examinations. Even with this system in operation the junior schools were often used as “clearing houses,” and of the number admitted many were found unfitted for entry into the skilled industries.
One of the most useful functions of the Education Department’s scheme of vocational guidance would be the careful guidance of the right type of students to schools of a special nature – once the boys and girls with the proper qualifications entered such schools their guidance into suitable vocations was a matter that could be safely left with the special schools.
Commenting on the lack of accommodation, the president said : “In April this year the council sought a conference with the Minister of Education to urge the necessity for further buildings, and for the appointment of a vice-principal to the school. Instead of receiving a deputation the Minister was good enough to attend the school along with the director and chief inspector, to discuss our requirements. I very much regret, however, that after a lapse of nearly eight months nothing has been done in either of these matters – this despite the fact that even at that date the request made dated back for some two years. It is this procrastinating habit, which is becoming more and more a feature of the policy adopted by Ministers of the Crown, which tends to make sections of the community bring political and other pressure to bear to secure attention to their requests.
Such practices have an extremely bad influence in the community, and if allowed to continue may ultimately lead to some of the regrettable political abuses operating in other countries. If the Minister would say that he could not accede to our requests and frankly tell us why we would know where we stood and how to act.
When, however, our requests are over three years old and we have not even had an acknowledgment to one of them, and can obtain no satisfaction regarding either of them, then I think it is time that the members of the council, as responsible citizens, let it be known in no uncertain terms that they strongly disapprove of such a method of conducting public business.
The required building extensions must include provision for classes in chemistry, a room for senior art and an addition to the trade building. The need for these has been stressed again and again by the departmental inspectors, and representations have been made concerning these requirements both by the late president, (Mr Snowball), and myself. Recently, Mr. E. T. T. Scott, a member of the school council, donated a motor car engine for the proposed class in motor mechanics, and several promises of other equipment have been made to us. Early in the coming year I hope the council will vigorously take up these matters and press for definite decisions being given.
Once again the outstanding function of the school year was the annual exhibition of students’ work. This was officially opened by the Minister of Education, who also presented dux and other prizes to students successful in the December, 1928, examinations.
Official guests were entertained later on in the evening, and prior to the close of the exhibition opportunity was taken to express the thanks of the council to the principal and members of the staff for the excellence of the display.
The thanks of the council are due to Mr. Inspector R. Stephenson for arranging for visits from students of district elementary schools during the currency of the display at which (including these students), it is estimated that there was an attendance of over 2,000 visitors.
Our school again displayed at the Royal Agricultural show and at the Chamber of Manufactures exhibition – a representative lot of work being on view at both exhibitions.
“Sea Spray,” the school magazine was again published this year, the publication being up to its usual high standard. Details of donations for scholarships, prizes and the like, also of other donations to the school were given in this publication – the donors have been thanked for their practical interest in the school.
I also wish to here record my best thanks to those who have assisted us by their attendance at school assemblies and on such occasions as Anzac day, Armistice day and other such functions, also at sports or other “domestic” school gatherings. I have already extended personal thanks to these for services in this regard.
To all those others – the Brighton city council, parents, religious instruction teachers, St. John’s Ambulance Association, officers of the Education Department, &c, who have in many other ways assisted, we also owe our thanks.
The general activities associated with the life of our school are all important in the work of a many sided educational institution, but the scholastic side is also all important, and we are proud to know that in this direction the school has had a successful year. Not only the imparting of knowledge, but also the broader aspect of training for citizenship has been well attended to.
Within a few weeks the technical schools will be saying an official farewell to Mr. Donald Clark, M.M.E., B.C.E., B.A., chief inspector of technical schools, who retires from the position he has occupied since its creation in 1910, had been for many years connected with the Bairnsdale and Bendigo Schools of Mines as principal, and later with the Melbourne University as lecturer in metallurgy and mining engineering. Mr. Clark has thus devoted practically the whole of his life to the special branch of education in which we are all interested, and it will no doubt be with considerable feeling of regret that he will sever his official connection with this work. The members of the council are joining with the councils and staffs of other technical schools to suitably recognise Mr. Clark’s service to the State and technical education.”
The following is a list of some of the prizes gained : -
HONOR LISTS, 1929.
Senior Athletic Cup (Milne Cup). - A. Hobbs.
Junior Athletic Cup (1926 Prefects). - G. Flood.
300 Yards Handicap Cup. - R. Wartman.
Senior Swimming Cup. ( E. B. Johnston Cup). – M. Philip and R. Wartman.
Junior Swimming Cup. (Milne cup). – A Barnshaw.
Tennis Championship (Milne Cup), (racquet presented by W. Nash, Esq.). – F. A. Field.
Boxing Championship (J. Wallace Ross Cup). - D. R. Town.
The medals awarded in connection with the above championships were presented by W. H. Nash, Esq.
Saxe Life-Saving Cup. – (To be announced).
Junior Athletic Cup (1926 Prefects). - G. Flood.
300 Yards Handicap Cup. - R. Wartman.
Senior Swimming Cup. ( E. B. Johnston Cup). – M. Philip and R. Wartman.
Junior Swimming Cup. (Milne cup). – A Barnshaw.
Tennis Championship (Milne Cup), (racquet presented by W. Nash, Esq.). – F. A. Field.
Boxing Championship (J. Wallace Ross Cup). - D. R. Town.
The medals awarded in connection with the above championships were presented by W. H. Nash, Esq.
Saxe Life-Saving Cup. – (To be announced).
SPORTS CERTIFICATES
Alan Hobbs, R.. Wartman, Colin Scott, G. Flood, R. C. Cave, K. Howe, Kelvin Gunn, R. A. Freame.
SPORTS PRIZES
100 Yards Handicap. - R. Wartman.
Obstacle Race. - G. Regan.
Sack Race. - H. Quinn.
Egg and Spoon. - R. Robinson.
Runner-up, Senior Championship. - R. Wartman.
Under 13 Championship. - A. Hurrey.
The Newton Prize, best student in Mathematics in A1. - R. Titchener.
The Robinson and Mullens Prize for English. - Geo. F. Regan.
Obstacle Race. - G. Regan.
Sack Race. - H. Quinn.
Egg and Spoon. - R. Robinson.
Runner-up, Senior Championship. - R. Wartman.
Under 13 Championship. - A. Hurrey.
The Newton Prize, best student in Mathematics in A1. - R. Titchener.
The Robinson and Mullens Prize for English. - Geo. F. Regan.
PRELIMINARY NOTICE – 1929 DAY SCHOOL RESULTS.
The following students have been classed as under. This placing is subject to confirmation by the Education Department.
Dux of School, (the Wilson Medal). – Janson Holloway.
Proxime Accessit, (the Groom Medal). – R. Titchener.
Dux of 2nd. Year Students, (J. Wallace Ross Medal). – M. Lea.
Dux of 1st. Year Students, (Horton Medal). – Thomas F. Brown.
Dux of School, (the Wilson Medal). – Janson Holloway.
Proxime Accessit, (the Groom Medal). – R. Titchener.
Dux of 2nd. Year Students, (J. Wallace Ross Medal). – M. Lea.
Dux of 1st. Year Students, (Horton Medal). – Thomas F. Brown.
GIRLS’ DAY SCHOOL.
Dux of School. – Nancy Stroud.
Proxime Accessit : Dulcie Beagley (the Entwisle prizes).
Dux of 2nd. Year Students. – May Shoesmith.
Dux of 1st. Year Students. – Marion McLuckie, (the A. O. Vary prizes).
Proxime Accessit : Dulcie Beagley (the Entwisle prizes).
Dux of 2nd. Year Students. – May Shoesmith.
Dux of 1st. Year Students. – Marion McLuckie, (the A. O. Vary prizes).