School Life & Wellbeing

Featured in this article:

• Wellbeing – Mackillop House Assembly
• Achievement and Recognition
• Wellbeing – Connectedness: Cross Country Carnival results

Wellbeing –Mackillop House Assembly

On Tuesday 27 May, MacKillop House hosted our College assembly on the theme of Creativity. House Captains Oliver Turner and Eva Barry led the assembly, giving a brief description of the character strength ‘Creativity’.

From Eva:

 “Creativity isn't limited to drawing, singing, or performing, it's about thinking differently. It's the ability to approach problems in unique ways, discover new ideas, and learn from unexpected outcomes. Whether on the field, in the classroom, or with a paintbrush in hand, creativity enables us to adapt, collaborate, and improve.” 

And Oliver:

 "Here in Australia, we are privileged to live on land where creativity has thrived for over 60,000 years. First Nations peoples have shared stories through song, dance, painting, and oral tradition — not just as art, but as a way of life, identity, and survival.”

Creativity is thinking of new ways to do things. It involves producing ideas or behaviors that are original and meaningful. However, originality alone isn’t enough; whatever is created, whether an idea or a product, must also be useful or adaptable. For instance, writing a blog post made entirely of gibberish might be unique, but it wouldn’t be considered creative because it lacks purpose or value.

There are two essential components to creativity: originality and adaptiveness. A creative individual generates ideas or behaviors that are novel or unusual, and these ideas contribute positively to their own life or the lives of others.

Students use creativity every day in a variety of ways. Whether they’re solving a tricky math problem with a new strategy, designing a science project, writing a story, or even finding a better way to organize their study time, they are engaging their creative thinking. Creativity helps students approach challenges with flexibility, express themselves in unique ways, and discover innovative solutions in both academic and personal settings.

Like many other strengths, creativity can help people develop new approaches to work, relationships, and everyday experiences—making it a valuable skill for lifelong learning and growth.

Achievement and Recognition

Active Citizens Award

Our College Captains and Vice Captains have developed the “Active Citizens Award”, these awards recognise and celebrate the many achievements of those amongst our college community.  We recognise those who excel in their academic, sporting and cultural endeavours in many different ways. 

Nominations are sought from the student body in the lead up to an assembly. The College Captains review the nominations and choose a recipient from Years 7 – 8, 9 – 10, and 11 – 12. 

The following students were recognised at the MacKillop assembly.

Wellbeing – Connectedness: Cross Country Carnival Results

Cross Country Year Level Winners 

 Cross Country – Overall Winner

Where to access support?

The College has a support network for all students to assist in managing their mental health and wellbeing. Students are encouraged to seek wellbeing support from the Counselling and Wellbeing Services Team. Mrs Joanna John (Psychologist) and a team of counsellors are available five days a week to meet with students and families.

Additional support is available by contacting Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636, Lifeline on 13 11 14, Parentline Victoria on 13 22 89 or Kids Helpline on 1800 551 800.

Mr Daniel Nisbet

Deputy Principal: Wellbeing Partnerships and Safety