Wellbeing - Senior School

I wish to thank the Year 9 and 10 Year Coordinators (Mr Knight, Ms Laoulach, Mr Bottalico, Mr Kennedy-Gould), Homeroom Teachers, Year Ambassadors and students for their organisation and running of the Push-Up Challenge over recent weeks. The initiative culminated at lunchtime today as selected representatives from the homerooms made one final effort to maximise the final total, highlighting the boys’ acknowledgement for those individuals who have experienced mental health challenges.

Similarly, my thanks to the students who participated in the MMG surveys earlier in the term. The good range of data provided will allow the Wellbeing Team opportunities to review and consolidate current activities and processes in relation to supporting students and focusing on developing initiatives into 2027 and beyond. 

I take this opportunity to wish all students in Years 9-12 a relaxing holiday break after what has been a busy Term 2. Moving around the College in this unfamiliar Week 10, I have observed how many students have appeared ready for a well-earned break. 

I especially want to acknowledge the work of Mr Biviano and Mrs Viney as we prepare for the Year 12 Formal on Friday evening. This is one of the significant rites of passage that our Year 12 students will experience as we move towards the latter half of the year.

I ask students to be mindful of the amount of time in front of screens and social media during their time away from the College; rather I encourage boys to spend time with family and friends, undertaking activities that will help refresh them for Term 3. Importantly, having good sleep patterns and diet will help to recover from lingering illnesses. 

I extend my congratulations to students who attained an SAA of 4.50 above, qualifying for a Certificate of Excellence. Furthermore, taking on board feedback from Parent-Teacher interviews, students are encouraged to reflect on the goals that were set for Semester 1 and start planning for the goals that will help them achieve their aspirations in Semester 2.

As always, it will be an opportune time to have uniforms and shoes cleaned. Students need to ensure that they return with appropriate hairstyles, referring to the expectations in the College Diary, prior to having a haircut.

Term 3 will see students being given the opportunity to nominate for leadership roles within their cohort. Details for the nomination processes for Year Ambassador and Student Leadership roles have either been explained or will be outlined at upcoming Pastoral Care Periods.

Robert Simpson

Director of Senior School