Middle Years 

Steady start to the year

The start to 2019 has been incredibly smooth and positive. I was impressed with the way all students conducted themselves in the first two weeks, and teachers commented on the calm tone in myPEC. Our new Year 7 students have shown that they are a capable group and took things in their stride. Year 8 have started well, and are settling into their new classes. I have said to many students that they need to “listen more and talk less”, as it is vital to get the learning culture right at the start of the year. The class room is for focused learning, rather than talking -  I encourage socialising in the yard at recess and lunchtime.

Year 9 City Experience

Last week I was in Melbourne for the Year Nine City Experience. Students were fully engaged and immersed in city life. I would like to pass on my congratulations to our Year 9 students who quickly adapted to the challenges and worked collaboratively as a group. Friendships are strengthened and made during this week. We were pleased to welcome Sarah Michelmore, Micaela Meyer, Riley Edwards, Logan Walker, Oliver Wortley, and Hettie Byrne into Year Nine group. Thank you to Mr MacLean, Ms Tseng, Miss Waldron, Mr Dempsey and our Gap students – James and Fred - for accompanying the group to Melbourne.

Year 7 Adventure Day

Students received information this week on their Adventure Day on Monday 18th February. Students will complete a series of water based challenges on Lake Hamilton. Students will need an old clothes, hats and footwear. Families need to make sure their son or daughter is signed into Care Monkey to allow us access to medical information and consent for this activity (all families should have received an email).

Julia Winter Cooke