Pastoral Care
"We have to nourish in order to flourish"
— Anon
International Women's Day
On March 8th, International Women’s Day is celebrated across the globe. This day is a global occasion dedicated to recognising the achievements of women, promoting gender equality and inspiring the next generation of leaders. This year’s theme, “Give to Gain”, focuses on where women can help others to see progression. Brigidine held a whole school assembly on Monday, March 9th to recognise this day within the College community.
Our assembly began with a reflection from Jacqueline Liao and Emily Reid on their attendance at an International Women’s Day luncheon, where they heard from Jacinda Ardern who spoke about calm and compassionate leadership, using empathy and kindness to motivate others, and driving resilience to make change.
The assembly also featured guest speaker Commander Barbra Parker, a Brigidine College ex-student and current parent, who has served in the Royal Australian Navy for over 30 years as a meteorologist and oceanographer. She currently works in support of strategic committees for the Chief of Navy. Barbra shared her thoughts and insights into leadership as well as the role women can play as leaders, sharing a variety of different female role models to aspire to. We are very grateful to Barbra for sharing this insight.
Commander Barbra Parker with Principal Adrian Eussen & College Captains, Joely Menzel & Aurelie Salim
Commander Barbra Parker & Daughter, Claire Godward
Commander Barbra Parker with Principal Adrian Eussen & College Captains, Joely Menzel & Aurelie Salim
Commander Barbra Parker & Daughter, Claire Godward
The assembly finished with announcing the winners of the International Women’s Day poster competition:
1st Place: Zara Muir
2nd Place: Niamh O’Leary
3rd Place: Kailyan Pavlovic
Zara Muir's Artwork
Zara Muir, 1st Place Recipient
Zara Muir's Artwork
Zara Muir, 1st Place Recipient
We thank the year 12 Student Leadership Team who contributed to making this day meaningful; as well as the College community for coming together on this day.
WAYS Effective Parenting Course
We value the partnership we have with families and often parents enquire about any courses the community is running to support youth development. I thought I would share one being run by WAYS that focuses on skills to navigate parenting adolescents.
Effective Parenting Course:
- Across four Wednesdays, 20th May–10th June, 6:00–8:00pm
- WAYS Bondi Junction, Tiffany Plaza (above bus/train station)
- Free to attend
- Contact WAYS psychologist Luke Cox by calling 02 9365 2500 or email luke@ways.org.au to book
A practical program covering:
- Adolescent development & parenting styles
- Building resilience & emotional regulation
- Effective communication
- Setting boundaries & conflict resolution
Sarah Charles
Director Of Pastoral Care