Deputy Principal
Mr Daniel Lapolla
Welcome back to the start of another busy term. As we approach the end of Week 2, we get a sense for how quickly Term 4 will travel. With a shorter term of just eight weeks, we have much to fit in.
It is timely for our boys to be mindful of deadlines and working to a set schedule. Being organised for what’s to come in order to achieve maximum results. We unequivocally ask lots of our boys not only within the classroom but within our community. As a community we must play our part, with what seems like so much going on at once. Being diligent with what is expected of you, being on top of those demands, putting your best self forward at every opportunity and seeking help or support when needed. I wish all of our community a productive and fulfilling end to the academic year.
Year 10 Dates
As previously communicated the below dates are of significance to our Year 10 students, in particular. Further details regarding each of these events to be communicated shortly.
Year 10 Exams Week 15A/16B | November 17-24 | Each exam concludes at 11.30 am, students return home.
Thurs Nov 24th MacBook returns in PC for those not returning in 2023.
No Year 10s present Friday 25 |
| Orientation Day Year 7 2023 | Monday November 28 | No year 10s present |
| Year 10 Mass | Mass at St Bernard’s Parish | Mass at St Bernard’s Parish 9:30 am |
| Luncheon | Tuesday November 29 | Luncheon at SVC 1.00 pm - 3.15 pm |
| Thanksgiving and Awards Evening | Wednesday November 30 | Year 10 rehearsal 9.30 am - 2.30 pm My State Arena |
| Final Week for students | December 5-9 | Year 11s 2023 Head Start Programme
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| Final Day for Students | December 9 | |
Data informing decision making
Over the course of Term 3 our Year 7s, 8s and 9s were engaged in PAT Testing at various stages. This data combined with NAPLAN, application to learning and social behaviour will provide our College Welfare team with valuable data when formulating class allocations for 2023. I communicated with families at the end of last term regarding the opportunity to give feedback in terms our data sets and I thank those families who responded. One cannot underestimate a positive attitude and mindset when in any class. A desire to improve and a willingness to ask questions, seek help and be active in the learning process are vital. Simply being with friends is not sufficient and from our experience does not always support academic success. Once again, I thank you for your collaboration.