Cranbourne Campus News
New Semester Eve activities.
Following the long weekend, our Year 9–12 students experienced a slight shift in routine before officially transitioning into the new semester—some may have “enjoyed” the change, while others may say they “endured” it!
Our Year 9 students had the opportunity to sample the many VET certificate courses available from Year 10 onwards. With subject selection just around the corner, this was a valuable chance to explore pathways and spark new interests.
Year 10 students participated in exam handback sessions to reflect on their performance and learn from feedback. They’ve since been engaged in either Work Experience placements or a series of Careers and Work-Readiness activities run on campus by our ever-enthusiastic Pathways and Careers leader, Ms Dillon. Coming off the back of their first formal exam period, this alternative program arrived at just the right time to re-energise our weary Year 10s.
Meanwhile, our Year 12 cohort—and some Year 11s undertaking accelerated subjects—completed the GAT on Tuesday. This assessment plays a key role in benchmarking and supporting the moderation process at VCE level.
The remaining Year 11 students spent the day with guest speakers as part of the “Fit to Drive” road safety initiative, and also heard from the dynamic Sonya Karras, who delivered an engaging session on Safe Partying—an especially timely message as these students begin navigating 16th and 17th birthday celebrations.
Admittedly, the eve of a new semester can feel a little chaotic—students crisscrossing the campus, attending sessions off-site, adjusting to room changes and broken routines. But within that disruption lies opportunity. These circuit breakers remind students that Semester 2 brings with it a shift—a fresh start—and for those who lean in, it can be a rewarding way to reset and refocus.
Fresh start for a new Semester and reminder of the ROCKS of St Peters.
As a new semester begins, it can bring a host of changes—new elective subjects to explore, or a new teacher at the front of the classroom. But for every student, it should also signal the chance to adopt a fresh mindset and set new goals. These goals should reflect what was learned—about content and about oneself—during Semester 1. After all, there’s no better environment to work in than one devoted to learning. Learning keeps us curious, purposeful, and energised. It’s not just about acquiring knowledge or skills; it’s just as much about learning from mistakes and pushing through challenges.
With each new start, students are presented with an opportunity to reset and reimagine the version of themselves they bring to the classroom. Maybe that means resolving to contribute an answer in every lesson, establishing a consistent revision routine at home, or developing strategies to remain focused and avoid distractions.
At the heart of supporting growth are the School Wide Expectations and Classroom Routines. By now, most students can likely recite our ROCKS and explain what respect looks like—in the classroom, out in the yard, online, and at home. These aren’t just words; they’re lived values, supported not only within our College but by you—our parents and guardians.
The beginning of the new semester invites us all—students, teachers, and families alike—to reflect on our commitment to these values.
- How am I showing respect for myself, my peers, my school, and my family? Is it through my words and actions? The way I present myself each day? Or in how I think about and speak of others?
- Am I as organised as I could be? Do I arrive ready for each lesson, on time and prepared to engage?
- Do I contribute to a positive learning culture by working collaboratively, or do my actions unintentionally pull others away from their best?
- Is kindness my starting point? When I witness someone struggling, do I step in or step back? Do I build others up—or break them down?
- And what am I doing—daily—to make St Peters a place where every student feels safe and included? Not just my friends, but everyone I meet.
At St Peters, we’re fortunate to have crafted expectations that are both clear and ambitious. When we embrace them fully, their impact can ripple outward—from our classrooms to our wider community, and beyond. The journey begins not with grand gestures, but with small, intentional actions, taken by each of us, every day.
Mr Jeremy Wright
Deputy Principal - Head of Cranbourne Campus