PHILANTHROPY BEQUESTS
The School ’ s Scottish heritage is reflected in many aspects of Scotch ’ s life , from its Christian faith , its belief in a broadly-based liberal curriculum in the arts , sciences and humanities , and in a culture forged in the tradition of Scottish egalitarianism .
Scotch College is a product of the Enlightenment which swept through Scotland in the 18th Century .
Our founder , the Reverend James Forbes , campaigned strongly for a system of public education to be established in the colony of Victoria . He worked tirelessly to establish Scotch College , which opened its doors on 6 October 1851 .
Forbes was passionate about the importance of education to the future of Australia , and espoused the notion that each generation should be better than the one before . Scotch has always sought to live up to Forbes ’ belief in the necessity for a broad , general and scientific education based on Christian principles .
The Scotch College of today is a modern and dynamic Australian school , inspired by the values of our founder , and based firmly on the crucial role we believe education plays in empowering young people to take control of their lives . The Scotch College Foundation is committed to perpetuating this vision , ensuring Scotch will be everything it can be for each boy .
The buildings and facilities , and the site itself , from which generations of boys have enjoyed and benefited , are almost entirely the direct result of the generosity of Scotch families and Old Boys who have gone before . Philanthropy has also opened the gates to a Scotch education for many boys who would not otherwise be able to attend the School
I T BATTY PRINCIPAL
Generations of Scotch boys have benefited from the generosity of men and women who , over the years , have bequeathed gifts to the School or to the Scotch College Foundation .
These gifts have had a profound impact on the lives of Scotch boys , through scholarship opportunities , by developing teaching and learning facilities , and by supporting staff and the School ’ s programs .
A gift in a Will can be a way of saying thank you , honouring a loved and respected relative , recognising a valued member of staff or friend , investing in the future , or providing a Scotch education for those who otherwise cannot afford it .
From Scotch ’ s earliest days in the heady atmosphere of the gold rush of the 1850s , its leaders have had the foresight and wisdom to plot the best course to stimulate boys ’ minds and bodies .
Strong traditions breed values of integrity , compassion and service , while educational research delivers an innovative curriculum promoting curiosity and self-worth . Embracing the inherent value of each person , boys ponder how the world came to be as it is , and how it might be made to evolve for the greater good .
We are fortunate to have extensive grounds , exceptional facilities and staff members of real commitment who , in building relationships of trust and intimacy , create the space for our boys to question , initiate and lead .
A bequest to Scotch is an investment in the School ’ s future , and an effective means to ensure the School will continue to offer a distinctive education that prepares boys for the challenges of their generation .
I strongly encourage you to consider making a bequest to Scotch and look forward to welcoming you as a member of the Alexander Morrison Circle
SANDRA DICK BEQUEST PROGRAM MANAGER
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