St George Girls High School

St George Girls High School is an academically selective, public high school for girls, located in Kogarah, in the Southern Suburbs of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.Established in 1916 and operated by the New South Wales Department of Education and Training, the school currently caters for approximately 920 students from Years 7 to 12. For first year entry, students must sit the Selective High Schools Test and are offered admission into the school based on academic merit.HistoryIn June 1913 it was decided that Kogarah would be a suitable site for a new high school. On 31 October 1914, the land occupied by the cottage ‘Harrow Villa’ was purchased from its owner. This cottage with portable buildings added became the temporary St George Girls High School. St George Girls High School officially opened in February 1916 with 143 students and nine teachers.Annual eventsImportant annual events on the St George calendar include: Swimming and Athletics Carnivals The Walkathon SRC Week Drama Night, showcasing the talents of Drama students Senior Drama Night, showcasing talents of Year 12 Drama 'Inspired' Night, a textiles and design fashion parade The Summer Music Festival in conjunction with the Multicultural Food Festival Gala Music Festival SRC School Dance (with Sydney Technical High School) The "Listen" concerts, which include the Stage Band, Orchestra and Concert Band The "Sing" concerts, which comprise the Vocal Ensemble and the Singing Tutorial girls