From our Principal 

Dear Parents, Students and Friends,

Last week we celebrated Catholic Education Week, the theme of which was “Places of Encounter: Let the words you speak always be full of Grace (Col 4:6)”. Last Friday I gave an address to a group of prospective parents who were touring the College and I spoke of St Peter’s College as that place of encounter. Our mission at St Peter’s is “to encourage young people to aspire to meet their true potential in all that they undertake and, in doing so, make a difference to others they meet in life’s journey". This is guided by a belief that we are life-long learners and is inspired by Jesus’ words to Peter, ‘Be Not Afraid’”. The core values that guide our work, and which are aligned with our three pillars are “Hope”, “Love”, and “Courage”. It is with this contextual piece that we enter into Reconciliation Week. National Sorry Day was commemorated on Friday, May 26. It is a day to acknowledge the strength of Stolen Generations Survivors and reflect on how we can all play a part in the healing process for our people and nation. While this date carries great significance for the Stolen Generations and other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, it is also commemorated by Australians right around the country. 

Psalm 119 speaks of God’s mercy and is poignant when reflecting on National Sorry Day:

God, teach me your ways and I will follow them closely.

Help me understand your will, that I many cherish your law.

Guide me along your path, a way of delight.

Open my heart to your laws and not to riches.

Let me speak the whole truth, 

For I await your justice.

I keep your word, now and always.

Remember what you promised me,

I wait in hope.

In sorrow, this is my comfort:

Your life-giving word.

National Reconciliation Week perhaps takes on significantly more meaning this year as later in 2023 there will be an opportunity to vote in a referendum on the rights for an Indigenous voice to Parliament. National Reconciliation Week is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. Perhaps this year we should all spend more time in understanding the purpose of the proposed law to change the constitution, surely a decision of this magnitude must be an informed one.

Exam Week/s

Our Year 10, 11 and 12s commence exams in the coming weeks. This is an essential time for students as it provides the opportunity for students to deepen their understanding of material learnt. It also provides important practice ahead of the Year 12 exams which are the single most important and influential assessment piece to determine a student’s ATAR score. The exams allow students to familiarise themselves with the exam room environment and has the potential to minimise stress and anxiety which in turn allows students to concentrate and perform better at the end of year exams.

What can students do to prepare effectively for Exams?

Study Tip 1: Create a study/revision schedule

Study Tip 2: Take breaks

Study Tip 3: Create your own summary notes

Study Tip 4: Sleep! – Make sure you get enough sleep

Study Tip 5: Ask questions during revision classes and out of class time

Study Tip 6: Test yourself – take you notes away and ask yourself questions

Study Tip 7: Stay away from social media and other distractions

Study Tip 8: Find a quiet place to study

Study Tip 9: Study groups with like-minded friends works

Study Tip 10: Mindmaps and other Visual aids really work

How can Parents support their Child in the lead-up and during exams?

1. Stay positive.

2. Give them a break from jobs.

3. Monitor the amount of sleep they are getting.

4. Go over notes and practice questions with them (if they ask).

5. Encourage them to reduce their part-time working hours.

6. Create a quiet work area for them.

7. Encourage them to exercise.

Dreamtime @ Cranbourne

This week, the inaugural Dreamtime AFL games were played, Clyde North versus Cranbourne Campus. The AFLW game was played on the Cranbourne Campus and the AFL boys game was played on the Clyde North campus. Both games were played in great spirit and a high level of skill was shown in both games. Congratulations in particular goes to the Sports Captains of both campuses for their work in formulating the teams. Thanks also to our staff who supported this initiative – Mrs Young, Ms Ellul, Mr Dee, Ms Angus, Mr Brown, Ms Sarif, Mr Pulley, Mr Wright and Mrs Banda.  

For the record, the results show:

Boys -  Cranbourne 38 defeated Clyde North 34 (after making a sudden rush in the closing minutes of the game to secure the win).  Best on ground - Brodie Matthews (CLN) with 3 goals 4 points.

AFLW - Cranbourne 1. 3. 9 points defeated Clyde North 1. 0. 6 points

Best on ground – Lily Agnew (CRA)

Codes of Conduct

I have been reflecting lately on the long-term effects of COVID lockdowns. The school environment has changed upon the return to face-to-face teaching. It is patently obvious, though the impacts on individuals and groups may vary greatly, that schooling has changed post-COVID. The change is witnessed in all our key stakeholders. The level of adjustment upon a return has been significant, the needs of our community has changed, and the pressures placed on each stakeholder are different and greater. It is therefore important to highlight that staff, students and parents are expected to adhere to a code of conduct, a set of expectations for how we interact and behave with each other.  

Please click here for the Staff Code of Conduct

Please click here for the Parent Code of Conduct

Please see below for the Student Code of Conduct

Enjoy the week ahead.

Mr Chris Black

Principal