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Debating Success! Our Seniors Win ANVDC Round on AI regulation
On Friday 28 June 2024, four members of the Senior Debating Team participated in their third debate for the Australian National Virtual Debating Competition (ANVDC), presenting the Affirmative side for the topic: That the government should regulate the ethical development and deployment of artificial intelligence systems. Very topical, particularly given…
The only school of its kind
In 1984, The McDonald College was founded by three women with an ambitious idea – to create a school where young people could pursue their passion and receive world-class performance training while receiving a rigorous academic education. It was the first school of its kind in Australia – and we remain unique.
While the history of the College is steeped in Classical Ballet and Dance, and these are art forms that the College is known for – we have expanded our offerings across all streams of Performing Arts and also offer Performance Sports – Elite Tennis and Rhythmic Gymnastics.
Through performance training, students also develop highly transferable skills such as self-discipline, time management, empathy, humility, adaptability, and resilience. Skills they can take into any career they choose.