Oakleigh Grammar’s Class of 2025 gathered for a night of celebration, reflection, and recognition at their Year 12 Graduation Dinner, held at Leonda by the Yarra.
Families, staff, and special guests came together to honour the students’ achievements and celebrate the friendships and memories that have defined their time at Oakleigh Grammar.
The evening began with pre-dinner drinks and canapés for the Principal, Board Chairman, School and Vice Captains, and their parents, before guests were seated for the main event.
School Captain Alexander Korlos welcomed attendees, setting the tone for a night that celebrated the accomplishments and journey of the graduating class.
Principal Mark Robertson reflected on the occasion, saying: “Simply the best! Close to 300 guests celebrated the graduation Class of 2025 with magnificent community spirit, with each student being individually recognised, followed by outstanding speeches and dancing that was befitting of this grand occasion.”
A standout moment of the evening was the individual student presentations, announced by the Senior School Pastoral Coordinator Manoj Patel. Each graduate was celebrated with a personal slide, music, a plaque, and a special gift.
A particularly meaningful addition was the presentation of framed gifts featuring each student’s Prep and Year 12 photos to those who had been with Oakleigh Grammar from ELC or Prep through to Year 12, celebrating their long-standing journey within the school community.
Year 12 student Helen reflected on the evening, sharing: “Our Graduation Dinner is a memory that will stay with me forever. It was not only a wonderful night to celebrate my years of schooling, but one spent with people who have become my family and helped shape me into the person I am today.”
Year 12 student Elias also reflected on the evening, sharing: “It was the perfect send-off to what has been an amazing schooling journey. Our cohort has had a connection like no other, among students and teachers as a collective. The night, which was filled with joy, entertainment and commemoration, is now a beautiful memory every single student in the Class of 2025 will forever look back on.”
The evening concluded with staff, students, and families raising a toast to the graduates, followed by lively dancing that celebrated the milestone in style.
The Graduation Dinner was a fitting tribute to the Class of 2025, celebrating their resilience, achievements, and contributions while honouring the friendships, memories, and shared experiences that have shaped their time at Oakleigh Grammar.
