For over 130 years Haileybury staff have been making a significant impact on the lives of our students, and in 2023 Haileybury’s academic results were once again amongst the best in the nation. Small class sizes, diversity of curriculum offerings and parallel education have all played a large role, however, it is the dedication, care and brilliant teaching of Haileybury’s staff that has been a huge contributor to these results.
Just over four years ago, the Workplace Giving Program commenced, allowing staff to contribute to the Haileybury Scholarship Fund. Within six months, Haileybury Foundation’s first ever Workplace Giving Scholarship was awarded. Fast forward to today, almost 100 staff contribute to this program, and a second student has now been provided with a scholarship.
When asked why he gave to the program, Senior School teacher Adam McCarthy referenced that “a Haileybury education and the future connections it provides, can give students a huge advantage in life. The workplace giving program provides this opportunity to students who would not otherwise have the resources to access it. I am proud and grateful that I contribute to providing this wonderful opportunity to deserving students.”
Local Marketing Manager Nicole Steyn expresses similar sentiments. “As a Haileybury staff member, I have the privilege of seeing much of what our great school has to offer. For me, being a donor to the Workplace Giving Program is not just about giving, it’s about knowing that you are contributing to making a tangible difference in the lives of others by giving a student the opportunity to experience a life-changing education.”
The current recipients of this program are Faith (Year 11) and Eshara (Year 12). Faith has attended Haileybury’s City campus since Year 7, whilst Eshara commenced as a Year 10 student. Eshara is now a House Captain at Keysborough whilst Faith has enjoyed great success in the Sport and Social Justice fields.
Assistant Dean of Staff at Brighton, Mark Lockwood says that “the initial information regarding Faith’s background story was enough to remind me that we generally breathe pretty rare air and it is nice to offer someone else the opportunity to do so. Faith’s story and subsequent updates provided strong motivation.”
The program has been life-changing for students facing economic hardship.
Jan Munro, a teacher from Brighton explains that she donates to the program “as it is incredibly uplifting and rewarding. I am very proud of the work we do as teachers and know what a difference this program can make to the life of someone who would otherwise be unable to access this opportunity.”
We are grateful to all staff who have contributed to this fund over the past four years. They are not only changing lives but are also shaping a brighter, more inclusive future for generations to come.
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