Year 11 & 12

Senior School Update

By now, students should have completed their initial block of assessments and received valuable feedback on their progress in their current courses. As parents, you can monitor your child's progress through SEQTA, accessible under the assessment tabs. We trust that this information will provide you, as parents/guardians/carers, with insight into your child's academic journey and ways you can support them as they navigate this exciting year.

Now that we've had several weeks to readjust to the school routine, I want to take this opportunity to remind everyone about the importance of adhering to uniform and grooming standards. Our uniform is carefully designed to foster a sense of school identity and instil pride and belonging in our students. It is expected that students wear the uniform correctly both while on campus and when traveling to and from school. During sporting events, practices, Physical Education lessons, and relevant co-curricular activities such as carnivals, students must adhere to the full sports uniform or any other prescribed dress code. Students know what is expected of them and I am expecting them as the leaders of the school to showcase this at all times and on all occasions. 

Everyone needs a blazer for Chapel on a Monday – it would be great not to have to remind students of this.

Thank you for your cooperation in upholding these standards, which contribute to the overall ethos of our school community. 

Below is a brief review of some guidelines, contained within our Uniform and Grooming 

Policy:

•  Summer uniform is worn in Terms 1 and 4. 

•   Blazers are to be worn to Chapel on Mondays throughout the year. 

•  School jumper and blazer sleeves are not to be pulled up to the elbows and jumpers should not be tied around the waist. 

•  Undergarments are to be either white or skin tones and are not to have motifs or patterns that are clearly visible through the dress, white shirt or sports polo top.

•  Skirt and dress length should touch the top of the knee cap. 

•  School bathers are optional for swimming lessons and Interhouse swimming, but are compulsory for Interschool swimming events. 

•  Shirts must always be tucked in, at all times, for all uniforms. 

•  Sports Uniform and Academic Uniform are separate uniforms and are not to be worn together.

•  Sports Uniform may be worn home at the end of the day if a student has sport in Periods 5/6, or to School at the beginning of the day if a student has sport in Periods 1/2.

Hair

It is expected that students’ hair styles are sensible and reflect the conservative and professional nature of the School. This applies to both cut and colour. 

•  Hair should be clean, brushed and of a natural colour. 

•  Hair must be kept off the face and fringes must be above the eyebrows. 

•  Ribbons must be in School colours ie. red, black or white. 

•  Hair must be tied back once it reaches the top of the collar. 

•  Cuts or styles which, in the opinion of the School, are extreme are not acceptable. 

Respecting oneself by wearing the correct uniform is a manifestation of personal integrity and professionalism. It signifies an acknowledgment of one's role within a larger context, whether it be in the workplace, a team setting, or a formal environment. By adhering to uniform guidelines, individuals demonstrate a commitment to excellence and a recognition of the importance of presentation. 

This act of self-respect extends beyond mere compliance with dress codes; it reflects an understanding of the impact one's appearance can have on others and the environment. Additionally, wearing the correct uniform fosters a sense of pride in one's identity and responsibilities, contributing to a positive self-image and bolstering confidence. 

Ultimately, by honouring the uniform, individuals honour themselves, affirming their dedication to professionalism, teamwork, and personal standards of excellence.

Mr Tim Hayward

Head of Year 11 & 12