The Brigidine Broadcast

Learning & Innovation

“Learning is a lifelong process.”

—  Peter Drucker

Learning at Brigidine is centred on our desire to foster in our girls a love of learning that is lifelong. In doing so, we aim to provide a range of learning experiences that allow our students to flourish and grow as learners and young women. Throughout 2025, students will continue to be challenged and empowered to learn and grow as women of strength and gentleness.

 

The commencement of a new academic year marks a time for renewing existing relationships and forming new learning connections with teachers and peers across all classes. Building these relationships takes time, and as teachers, we are developing lessons to understand each student's strengths and needs. We aim to be responsive to the diverse interests, abilities, and skills of our students. The upcoming weeks are an opportunity for students to actively participate in class, approach subjects with an open mind, and embrace academic challenges. Students have been encouraged to engage with teachers, discuss learning preferences, and ask questions to establish the foundation for a year of learning, growth, and success.

 

On Friday 7th February we celebrated the feast of our founder, St Brigid and as a community focused on the values of belief, integrity, compassion and commitment. We also had the opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate the successes of our Graduating Class of 2024. The success we celebrated last week was a recognition of work, effort and considerable sacrifice made by members of the Class of 2024 and by their parents, families, teachers and fellow students who supported them. 

 

I would like to take this opportunity to again congratulate our 2024 Distinguished Achievers on their success. Their tenacity and dedication to learning were extraordinary. Of the examinable HSC cohort of 131 students: 

  • 2 Students achieved an ATAR over 99

  • 18 students received an ATAR of 95 and above. 

  • 43 students achieved an ATAR over 90,  

  • 60% of our students received an ATAR of 85 and above

Their pursuit of academic excellence and outstanding achievements resulted in our College placing sixty-seventh in the State and second amongst  Sydney Catholic Schools.

 

I would like to thank parents for their attendance at the various Information Sessions conducted thus far. During those sessions I discussed a number of invaluable tools we use here at Brigidine that support our students' learning. 

Canvas

 

Canvas is our learning management system. Parents can log in to their children’s courses as Observers. Observers can:

  • View and read announcements

  • View assignments 

  • View and read discussions

  • View grades

  • View assignment due dates and feedback

  • Have instant notifications pushed or emailed  

  • Receive daily/weekly summaries via email

Click here for instructions on how to become a Parent Observer in Canvas

The Study Skills Handbook

 

Brigidine College is proud to subscribe annually to Enhanced Learning Educational Services. 

 

The Study Skills Handbook is an invaluable resource that helps secondary students develop effective study habits. Parents can also access these resources to support their daughter's academic journey.

 

To access the Brigidine College subscription, please use the following details:

Website: https://www.studyskillshandbook.com.au/

Username: brigidinerandwick

Password: 6success

Elevate

 

Elevate is an award-winning organisation that has been working with Brigidine College to help our students become more effective learners. The Elevate program here at Brigidine focuses on developing students' ability to self-motivate, manage their time and prepare effectively for assessments and exams.

 

Elevate runs parent webinars on how to best support your child through school. Term 1 Seminars are as follows

  • How You Can Make Technology an Ally (& Not the Enemy!)

             12th March, 6:30-7:30pm (AEDT)

  • How You Can Help Improve Your Child's Memory

              26th March, 6:30-7:30pm (AEDT)

 

Register here for Elevate Parent Webinars

 

May this year be a journey of learning, growth, and blessings for each member of our Brigidine family.

 

Regards,

 

Vince Papa

Director of Learning and Innovation