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An introduction

Michaelhouse, above all, is a community. A community that comprises boys, staff, past staff, old boys, parents, and past parents. Boys become Old Boys and so have a formal life long connection with the Michaelhouse community through the Michaelhouse Old Boys’ Club. Parents may in some way feel less connected to the community as their sons leave and may only regain that connectivity should their grandsons attend Michaelhouse 20-30 years later. Staff are in a similar position as they move onto other roles and become past staff.

The depth of meaning, commitment and love that both parents and staff place on being part of Michaelhouse is sublime; and so creating a formal way for parents and staff to remain part of the Michaelhouse community is right and proper.

What is the Saint Michael’s Club?

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It is important to be clear that the SMC is not to represent parents and staff in any official capacity i.e. it is not a parents association. It is simply to preserve an important connection with the Michaelhouse community that does not diminish as parents and staff become past parents and past staff.

What is the benefit of being a member?

Members of the SMC will:

• Be able to purchase a tie, brooch, clothing or other memorabilia as they become available.
• Receive regular correspondence about goings on at the school and in the community.
• Will receive an electronic copy of the Chronicle each year (print copy on request).
• Be invited to a number of events hosted by the School and Old Boys’ Club (OBC). These will include but not be limited to sports derby’s, Speech Day, many OBC and regional Branch events. Of course some School and OBC events may remain School and Old Boy-specific.

Eligibility

The following are eligible to join the Club:

• Past Parents
• Past Staff

Those eligible will not be automatically enrolled, you will be required to apply.

Should you not meet these criteria and you wish to make a case to join, please email the SMC team on [email protected].

Application and Joiners Fees