A BOY WHO LEADS BY EXAMPLE TAKES THE 2022 NED PARNHAM AWARD
LEE ZHUANG : A POSITIVE AND ACTIVE ROLE MODEL
LEE ZHUANG WITH ( LEFT TO RIGHT )
MRS NICKY HARLE , MRS JENNIFER
EASTON AND MRS GILL HUNT . MRS EASTON IS NED PARNHAM ’ S
MOTHER AND MRS HARLE AND MRS HUNT ARE NED ’ S
AUNTS .
Lee Zhuang ( Year 11 in 2022 ) is the winner of the 2022 Ned Parnham Award , which is presented annually to a boy in Years 7 to 11 who demonstrates true Scotch Spirit , by challenging those things that need challenging and supporting those things that need supporting .
The Parnham family endowed an award to be presented annually to commemorate the life of Ned Parnham , who attended Scotch from 2010 to 2015 . Ned loved his time at Scotch , embracing the learning , the friendships , the sport and all the opportunities presented to him .
Ned tragically died in 2020 after a long battle with cancer , during which time he never lost his positive approach to life .
As a young boy , Ned had been fascinated with sea creatures , especially stingrays . The perpetual award , which is on permanent display in the Keon-Cohen Dining Hall , consists of a sculpture of a southern eagle ray .
Lee Zhuang arrived at Scotch in Year 9 and took up residence in McMeckan House on the Hill . Since his arrival , Lee has been involved in debating , music , the Venturers Unit and fencing , displaying a cheerful demeanour at all times . In reading Lee ’ s reports , teachers highlight his conscientious , enthusiastic and respectful approach towards all that he does .
Lee is a positive and active role model , leading by example . He is a young man with a strong moral conscience who has called out poor and inappropriate behaviour on the Hill and in the day school . Respected by both boys and staff , Lee is known for his warm , caring disposition , and he has supported his peers and younger students through adversity . He has undertaken activities and training not just for his own sake , but also to contribute to the greater cause .
Lee ’ s Scout report sums him up most eloquently : ‘ Lee epitomises the concept that leadership can be quiet and measured , and that significant contributions can be made by those that are not the loudest in the room . Lee has been an effective senior member of the youth leadership team and an excellent liaison between youth members and adult leaders . He is reliable , respected and an excellent mentor for younger Venturers . When the going gets tough Lee steps up , not out .’
Lee has definitely displayed true Scotch Spirit , by supporting those things that need supporting and challenging those things that need challenging , and as such is a worthy winner of this award .
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