Angelique Sanders, Director of Student Wellbeing/Acting Deputy Head of Senior School

It has been a busy and productive term in SWP with students participating in a wide range of activities designed to foster personal growth, collaboration, and skill development.

Year 7 students had the opportunity to reflect on their transition to Senior School. With guidance from their mentors, they discussed how they have felt this term and reviewed the Term 1 goals they set for themselves. Reflecting on goals is a key element of the MYP, and we encourage you to ask your child about their reflections and celebrate their achievements.

Year 8 students explored the importance of respecting differences through engaging activities that emphasised courage, individuality, and celebrating diversity within the school community.

Year 9 students have embraced the theme of “Stronger Together” this term, through a focus on leadership and the importance of effective communication. During a cohort meeting with Mr. Pyle, they explored what leadership can look like, how it influences teamwork, and the advantages of strong communication skills. They will now have the opportunity to apply these skills as they embark on CITF, where collaboration, teamwork and leadership will be required.

Year 10 continued to explore how to have difficult conversations to help them develop the confidence to express themselves effectively in situations where they need to speak up for what they believe to be right, particularly when facing peer pressure.

Year 11 students had the opportunity to reflect on Term 1 by celebrating achievements and identifying areas for growth. In the previous SWP they completed a survey on the Careers Department website which generated a profile of their personality, values, skills and their own individual work style along with suggestions for industries which they may be interested in exploring. Following this, they began a guided process on the website on how to build a resume. They were also reminded of the range of service opportunities they are provided with here at school which can be include in their resume that help them demonstrate leadership and commitment to something bigger than themselves.

Year 12 DP students had a session with Mr Hanrahan and we wish our Year 12 HSC students all the best as they began their assessment block yesterday.

Year 8 Hone made collages to represent their individuality and unique identities.

Angelique Sanders
Director of Student Wellbeing/Acting Deputy Head of Senior School