Vision for Learning
Celebrate Success
This school term has been a remarkable journey of growth, learning, and achievement! Our VM students gained invaluable industry insights through engaging visits, while many others embraced formation opportunities to broaden their perspectives. Open Days showcased the vibrant life of our school, welcoming future students with enthusiasm. The lunchtime Writers Club fostered creativity, allowing young voices to shine, while the Physics excursion to Luna Park allowed our students to experience real-life physics. Year 12 Media and Visual Communication and Design students immersed themselves in an excursion to Melbourne, enhancing their skills and exploring their relative mediums. Our students are to be commended on their perseverance and dedication during NAPLAN. This is an opportunity for them to demonstrate their academic progress. Sporting events brought out teamwork and determination, highlighting the spirit of our school community. Congratulations to all on a successful term filled with achievements and unforgettable experiences!
Create Belonging
Catholic College Sale aims to create a sense of belonging by fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment where every student feels valued and connected. A strong sense of belonging helps students develop resilience, perform better academically, and enjoy their school experience, setting them up for future success. Thank you to all of those who attended the parent-teacher interviews. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with teachers and discuss student learning. Parent-teacher interviews create a partnership that ensures students receive the best possible support, both at school and at home.
Our VCE information night was well attended by families and it has been positive to see our Year 12 students embracing the opportunity to study in the Ratisbonne Centre after school until 6 pm Monday to Thursday.
Strive for excellence
At Catholic College Sale, we believe that excellence is not just about achieving top grades but about developing a mindset of self-improvement, resilience, and a passion for learning. This term, we have been focusing on ways to encourage students to strive for excellence in all aspects of their education.
We emphasise the importance of setting high expectations while providing the necessary support to help students reach their full potential. We encourage students to view challenges as opportunities to grow. Our teachers are dedicated to creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where effort, having a go, and resilience are celebrated.
Beyond the classroom, there are also many extracurricular activities students are offered such as Student Voice, sporting opportunities, writers club, community involvement, and music and drama opportunities. Students are encouraged to take up these opportunities. By recognising and celebrating both effort and success, we help students build confidence and motivation to keep striving for their best.
How Can Families Support Learning at Home?
To help your student succeed, consider implementing the following habits:
- Consistent Study Time: Encourage a daily routine where students review their notes, complete homework, and read independently.
- Technology Boundaries: Set limits on screen time and create tech-free zones to encourage focus and meaningful conversations.
- Encourage Reflection: Just as Lent encourages self-examination, ask your student about their day—what they learned, what challenged them, and how they overcame obstacles.
- Healthy Routines: Ensure your student gets enough sleep, eats well, and takes breaks to recharge.
By working together—teachers, students, and families—we can help our students establish habits that will serve them well, not only in their education but in all areas of life.
Thank you for your ongoing partnership in supporting our students on their journey of learning and self-discovery.
Rachael Bown
Deputy Principal Learning and Teaching