Olympic Bronze Medalist Jade Melbourne Inspires Students at St Michael’s

St Michael’s Primary School was abuzz with excitement on Friday, March 28th, as former student and Olympic bronze medalist Jade Melbourne returned to inspire the next generation. Fresh from her success at the Paris Olympics, Jade spoke passionately to the students about hard work, perseverance, and the power of dreaming big.

Standing before a captivated audience, Jade shared her journey from being a student at St Michael’s to becoming an Olympic athlete. She reminisced about her own childhood dreams, recalling how she once sat in the same classrooms, wearing the same uniform, and dared to dream of one day competing on the world stage. Her message to the students was clear: believe in yourself, set ambitious goals, and never stop working towards them.

Jade’s visit was made even more special when she presented the winning trophy for the school’s annual aerobics competition. This year’s victors, Red House, beamed with pride as they received the prestigious award from their sporting hero.

For many students, the highlight of the day was the opportunity to meet Jade in person, shake her hand, and even get an autograph. Her presence left a lasting impression, reinforcing the importance of dedication and resilience in achieving one’s dreams.

As Jade Melbourne departed, she left behind not only her signature on numerous notebooks and pieces of paper but also an enduring sense of inspiration. St Michael’s students will undoubtedly carry her words with them, dreaming big and working hard to turn those dreams into reality—just as she once did.