Student Wellbeing

From the Deputy Principal Student Wellbeing

A number of our students in Years 9, 10 and 11 along with Mr Hayashi and Mrs Fairthorne will be travelling around Japan. Over the past few days l have been so impressed by our students sense of adventure, openness and yearning to be real global citizens.  They have ventured from their comfort zones, made new friends and had an opportunity to practice their Japanese and draw on personal strengths and qualities. As a learning community we have been encouraged when watching our students apply skills of perseverance and tenacity. These young women are to be congratulated for embracing new experiences and ‘taking a risk,’ by moving outside their comfort zone. The students adapted to the culture, lifestyles and social norms of Japan.  They are excited to be meeting their Host sisters at our Sister School Seirei in a week’s time. A full life requires each individual to take risks and to seek new experiences.  These life skills and tenacity will support our students in their learning and life journey. 

Learning throughout our lives is about the personal attributes we bring to the situation, the level of effort and the commitment we make.   As our Unit 4 students prepare for their upcoming exams: let us support, guide and encourage them as they enter the final stretch.  As a community, we have a responsibility to continue to nurture and challenge our students to aim for their ultimate best.  Good organisation, sleep and balance will promote effective learning during this time.  

Thank you to the many men who attended the Male Mentor Breakfast, this was a great celebration of the role that men can play in the life of young women.  The speech prepared by John Ryan was highly engaging, thoughtful and honest.  Many members of the community commented on John’s  strength  to present his personal thoughts with such humility and courage.  Below is a copy of John’s speech.

Respectful Relationships celebrates, affirms and challenges each one of us to serve  our community with integrity.  Over the past month, our year 11 students have been involved in the process of nominating, advocating, interviewing and now electing our future student leaders.  I have been impressed on how our young women have been keen and wanting to serve our community.  The students have nominated themselves and spoken of their passion, love and desire to serve other members of our community.  Student leadership is an important aspect of student life and enables students to have an active and full life within our College.  Please include the photos of students

College Uniform

Students are permitted to wear either their winter or summer uniform for the first two weeks of Term 4.  All students are required to wear the full summer uniform by 23 October. 

Students who choose to wear the summer uniform are not to wear the College jumper as the outer garment.  If a student chooses to wear her jumper,  she must also wear her blazer. 

Sun Smart

As we enter Spring, students will be encouraged to wear their PE cap when sitting in non shaded areas of the College and also required to wear a hat in all PE classes.

Student Absence

As we value each student and their learning, it is important that we are mindful that students need to arrive to school on time.  If your daughter is unwell or unable to attend school please contact the College Reception before 8.30am.  When your daughter returns to school a note explaining her absence must be provided to the Pastoral Group Teacher.

Steven Mifsud

Deputy Principal - Student Wellbeing