STRONG MINDS, 

GENTLE HEARTS

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 today as we celebrated the feast of St Marcellin Champagnat and recognised Homeroom Champagnat Award recipients.

Parents, carers and special guests ate lunch under "the hangar" prepared by Hospitality teacher Mrs Kerry McKenzie her assistants and hospitality students. Staff and students also enjoyed lunch supplied by Tolle’s followed by a game of touch football between students and staff (the students won by one try). Then students competed in other games vying for the House Cup. It was certainly a successful day which fostered positive relations among the students and staff.

Respect 

At year-level assemblies and Monday morning parades, we often speak to the students about respect and remind 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 son the importance of working hard through to the end of the term. All year levels have assessments due over the next couple of weeks which are an opportunity for the boys to demonstrate what they have learnt over the term. It is also important that grooming and uniform expectations continue to be upheld.