7-9 Campus News

Welcome back

Welcome back to a new school year and a special welcome to the newest and youngest members of our school community, our year 7 cohort. We also welcome all new families to our college community and we look forward to getting to know you all as the year progresses. Our first week of school commenced with a special whole school assembly at the Holloway Rd campus where we celebrated our highest achievers for 2019, announced student leaders for 2019 and welcomed our year 7 cohort with a rousing round of applause. There is an old Chinese proverb that says  “A journey of thousand steps begins with a single step.” We wish all students the very best for successful and productive years ahead and hope that  they take each step forward with a growth mindset.

We had a very successful year 7 parent breakfast on the morning of February 12th, which commenced with a short presentation reiterating “who is who” at Sandringham College, information regarding attendance, Compass and year 7 Camp. This was followed by an opportunity to mingle with other parents of year 7 students and chat with staff. Any parent who was unable to attend, the presentation is available on Compass.   

Congratulations to the year 7 to 9 students who were selected to represent the voice of their cohort as student leaders for 2020. These students share leadership roles, as well as having specific areas to lead in their portfolios. We know that they will represent their student body with pride. The 7 to 9 student leaders for 2020 are:

We also invite all students to join the SRC, where they have the opportunity to work with other students on each campus, organise school events &  fundraisers and have a voice in decision making within the college. Meetings are held regularly and are advertised on Compass.

On Thursday February 24th, our year 8 & 9 French students, supported by French teacher Miss Priaud, had a Bake Sale during lunchtime. Students brought lots of sweet treats to sell to their peers. They raised the amazing sum of $210. All proceeds will go towards supporting Sandringham Primary School in their endeavour to purchase resources lost in the recent fire. Thank you to all who baked, assisted or purchased items for this community in need.

Homework Club has now commenced for 2020. Due to the delay in commencement of the University year, some of our tutors have not been able to assist with tutoring as yet, but please bear with us whilst this is sorted out.  Students are encouraged to come to the Library after school on a Monday and Thursday from 3.00pm to 4.30pm where they will receive support completing tasks, homework and getting one-on-one help with their school work.

Of course, Sandringham College has  amazing  teachers who will go “above and beyond” to help all students to be their best. Students are encouraged to ask their teachers for help both inside and outside of the classroom, whenever needed.

We look forward to a fantastic term.

Vivienne McElwee