STRONG MINDS,
GENTLE HEARTS
News from Frazer Rigby
Deputy Principal
St Augustine's College Cairns
Developing the whole person
St Augustine’s has an enviable academic, sporting and arts reputation and rightly so. However, a lot of time and energy is also spent on developing the social, emotional and spiritual life of the young men of Saints. An extensive and cohesive pastoral care program is run across the year levels. This program includes retreats and camps, as well as guest speakers and various age-specific sessions.
Another important aspect is the liturgical life of the College. Our whole college Masses are celebrated with great enthusiasm as was evident last Friday as we celebrated the feast of St Marcellin Champagnat and recognised the recipients of homeroom Champagnat Awards. Staff and students enjoyed a gourmet lunch supplied by Tolle’s which was followed by the students competing in games for the House Cup won by Heavey. Certainly, a successful day which fostered positive relationships between students and staff.
Respect
At year-level assemblies and Monday morning parades, we often speak to our students about respect and reminded them of the importance of the following:
- Respecting all in our college community
- Respecting college property
- Wearing the uniform correctly and with pride
- Following all hair and grooming guidelines
- Attending all classes on time, and
- Engaging consistently in class work and doing their best.
As always, we have high expectations regarding engagement in learning, behaviour and appearance. We are also committed to providing a quality learning environment for all students that encourages successful and active participation in the Saints community.
Finishing the term well
Please discuss with your sons the importance of working hard through to the end of the term. Students at all year levels will have assessments that are due over the next couple of weeks. Assessments are an opportunity for the boys to demonstrate what they have learnt over the term. It is also important that they continue to uphold all grooming and uniform expectations.