Clyde North Campus News
End of term brings Celebration of Wellbeing and Community
The last two weeks of term have seen our school community came together to celebrate both RUOK? Week and Health and Physical Education (HPE) Week, two important initiatives that remind us of the need to nurture not only our bodies but also our minds and relationships. This year’s focus on mental, physical, and social wellbeing provided the perfect opportunity for our students and staff to reflect, connect, and take part in a wide variety of uplifting activities.
A highlight of the week was the leadership and creativity shown by our Year 12 Vocational Major students, who planned and coordinated a vibrant program that encouraged students across all year levels to participate. With a strong emphasis on fun, connection, and awareness, they provided opportunities for students to get involved in ways that supported both their own wellbeing and the wellbeing of those around them.
Throughout the week the school was alive with activity. Students enjoyed everything from cupcake and emoji cookie stalls to chalk drawing on the pathways, bead bracelet making, and pop-up art stations. Others chose to take part in more interactive or social activities such as Mario Kart gaming at lunchtime, and photo booth.
One of the most thoughtful activities was the RUOK? Survey, where students shared their views on wellbeing and how the school can best support them. Every student who contributed received a free toasty but the real value lay in the honest feedback gathered, which will guide our wellbeing programs in the future. Adding to the atmosphere of kindness and encouragement were the Wall of Kindness messages, inspirational quote posters, paper chain reflections, and small gestures such as RUOK lolly bags and flowers from the flower stand. Each of these initiatives, though simple in design, carried powerful messages of hope, care, and connection.
As always, the week carried a spiritual dimension, reminding us that our faith calls us to care for one another in practical and compassionate ways. A special RUOK lunchtime liturgy offered staff and students a quiet moment of reflection and prayer. Together, we remembered that God invites us to walk with each other in times of joy and struggle, and that reaching out with a caring question—Are you okay?—can make all the difference.
The week concluded with the much-anticipated final Rosemary Graham Shield event of the year in the GeodeTheatre with a spectacular karaoke competition. Nearly 400 students filled the space to cheer on their peers, creating an atmosphere of joy and celebration. The talent on stage was matched only by the support and encouragement from the audience. Congratulations go to all the performers who displayed courage and creativity, and a special mention to Augustine House for their convincing win in this final shield event.
Finally, we ended the week with our annual Colour Run, an event that has quickly become a school favourite. Students raced, walked, and laughed their way through bursts of colour, a powerful symbol of what RUOK Week is all about: bringing vibrancy to our lives, creating space for conversations about mental health, and reminding one another that we are never alone.
RUOK Week and HPE Week together offered our community a chance to celebrate the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. We are proud of our students, especially our Year 12 Vocational Major students, for the joy, care, and creativity they brought to the week. May the lessons learned and connections made inspire us all to continue building a school culture where every person is seen, supported, and encouraged to live life to the full.
As we approach the upcoming term holidays, we hope all families enjoy some well-deserved rest and time together. While it is important for everyone to recharge, we are especially mindful that our Year 12 students will also be dedicating part of this break to revision and preparation for their upcoming exams and assessments. For our Year 12s, it is especially important to look after themselves mentally, physically, and emotionally—maintaining healthy eating, good sleep habits, and balance will help them approach this busy time with confidence and strength.
Mrs Julie Banda
Deputy Principal - Head of Clyde North Campus