The Susan Just Appeal

Creating Environments

The Susan Just Appeal is a special fundraising initiative to honour Principal Susan Just’s 15 years of visionary leadership at Lauriston Girls’ School. All funds raised through the Appeal will go directly towards a defined building project: the construction of a new kitchen and dining hall at Howqua, the heart of Howqua in the school’s unique Year 9 program.

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Tiered Recognition on the Virtual Honour Wall

Every gift to the Susan Just Appeal is a tribute to Principal Susan Just’s extraordinary leadership and a contribution to Lauriston’s bright future. To express our gratitude, we will acknowledge donors in two meaningful ways:

1. Virtual Honour Wall – Donors will be recognised on a special online tribute page, where they can share personal messages of appreciation for Susan and her legacy. This digital space will celebrate the generosity of our community and the lasting impact of her leadership.

2. Tribute Book – A beautifully printed keepsake will be created for both Susan and Lauriston’s incoming Principal, capturing the names of all donors alongside their messages. This book will serve as a memento, preserving the community’s gratitude and support for years to come.

Lauriston Community Supporters Gifts up to $999

All donors will be listed in the Tribute Book and Virtual Honour Wall with the opportunity to include a personal message of thanks or reflection.

Friends of the Future $1,000 – $9,999

Recognition in the Legacy Tribute Book and Virtual Honour Wall, with the option to include a personal message.

Future Builders $10,000 – $24,999

Recognition on the Honour Board in the renovated Dining Hall at Howqua
Prominent listing in the Tribute Book.
A handwritten personal note of thanks from Principal Susan Just.
Recognition on the Virtual Honour Wall with featured placement.
You can choose to pledge your gift over several years.

Legacy Champions $25,000 – $99,999

Recognition on the Honour Board in the renovated Dining Hall at Howqua
Prominent listing in the Tribute Book with a personalised tribute message from Susan Just.
Inclusion of a personalised bookplate in Susan’s copy of the Legacy Tribute Book.
Featured recognition on the Virtual Honour Wall.
You can choose to pledge your gift over several years.

Visionary Leaders $100,000+

This extraordinary level of generosity will be recognised through personalised engagement with Lauriston’s leadership. Donors at this level will have the opportunity to:
Recognition within the building in the renovated Dining Hall and Kitchen at Howqua
Discuss with the School the most meaningful form of recognition — this may include a naming opportunity in alignment with your wishes.
You can choose to pledge your gift over several years.

Why I Support

Claudette Leeming (OL 1991), Chair, Lauriston School Council

“I am hugely optimistic about where we are heading as a school, and that the Lauriston Foundation will continue to break the proverbial glass ceiling in philanthropic support of girls’ education. It takes a brave leader to envisage and deliver at this scale in their tenure, all whilst continually advancing the quality of education and experiences delivered to our students.“

Elise Gillespie (OL 1999), Chair, Lauriston Foundation

“Susan’s leadership has left a profound legacy: transformative buildings, a commitment to equity, and an inclusive spirit that united our entire Lauriston community. This is a legacy worth building upon”

Rick Ball, Past Chair, Lauriston School Council during It’s Her Turn campaign

“During Susan Just’s tenure, an extraordinary 40% of Lauriston’s Armadale campus was transformed—guided by the bold vision of the Lauriston Masterplan and the success of the It’s Her Turn campaign. I witnessed first-hand Susan’s ability to bring people together to create lasting change. Giving to the Susan Just Legacy Appeal is a way to honour that vision—and pay it forward for future generations of Lauriston girls.”

Claudette Leeming (OL 1991), Chair, Lauriston School Council

“I am hugely optimistic about where we are heading as a school, and that the Lauriston Foundation will continue to break the proverbial glass ceiling in philanthropic support of girls’ education. It takes a brave leader to envisage and deliver at this scale in their tenure, all whilst continually advancing the quality of education and experiences delivered to our students.“

Elise Gillespie (OL 1999), Chair, Lauriston Foundation

“Susan’s leadership has left a profound legacy: transformative buildings, a commitment to equity, and an inclusive spirit that united our entire Lauriston community. This is a legacy worth building upon”

Rick Ball, Past Chair, Lauriston School Council during It’s Her Turn campaign

“During Susan Just’s tenure, an extraordinary 40% of Lauriston’s Armadale campus was transformed—guided by the bold vision of the Lauriston Masterplan and the success of the It’s Her Turn campaign. I witnessed first-hand Susan’s ability to bring people together to create lasting change. Giving to the Susan Just Legacy Appeal is a way to honour that vision—and pay it forward for future generations of Lauriston girls.”

Our Funds

Library Fund

The greatest gift one can give a child is the gift of reading. The Lauriston Junior School and Senior School libraries offer a wealth of resources for our students and staff through the provision of books and educational resources such as databases and online encyclopedias. The library also provides the school with a space that allows everyone to feel welcomed and to find opportunities.

Help us expand our students’ world through our Library Program.

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Scholarship Fund

Established in 2011 with the generous support of our donors, the Foundation Scholarship provides financial assistance to a student who would otherwise be unable to experience a Lauriston education and is means-tested. Awarded based on above-average results achieved in the annual scholarship examination, school reports and an interview, the Foundation Scholarships provide full remission for tuition fees. These scholarships have been created to support girls who demonstrate intellectual ability, community-mindedness and good character and would not otherwise have the chance to experience the outstanding education and opportunities at Lauriston. This is consistent with Lauriston’s desire to be an inclusive, all-round school that embraces a wide variety of students from varied backgrounds who can add to the vibrancy and strength of our community.
Your support, no matter the size, will provide students with the opportunity to experience a life-changing education.

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Future Building Fund - the Heart of Howqua

Through the Future Building Fund, her legacy will continue — paying it forward to ensure the campus keeps evolving to meet the needs of future generations of Lauriston girls.

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