Bob Meakin, Head of Senior School / Deputy Headmaster
Dear Parents and Carers
On Monday night, we enjoyed the annual AMPED! Rock Music performances at The Factory in Marrickville. The courage and confidence shown by the performers of all ages was incredible and the audience participation was loud and encouraging. I would especially like to thank Mr Eddy Fairburn and all the Music staff for this very professional evening and commend all performers.
Last night we hosted our Year 9 2026 Subject Information Webinar. I hope all parents and students who joined us are now well informed to make their elective choices for next year. In-person discussions will be in our Subject Information Fair on Wednesday 18 June. Mr Harrison and Mr Henriques also hosted a Year 11 2026 Q&A session for families with any issues regarding Stage 6 last night.
Last Friday, we hosted Knox for Friday Night Lights Volleyball. Despite losing narrow matches in both 1sts and 2nds, the evening was a roaring success. I would like to thank all students who came in support of our Volleyball players and commend them on their vocal support.
On Sunday many students were busy collecting for the Red Shield Appeal. I appreciate this is always an extra commitment on a Sunday, however, Mr Nolan, our Director of Service was impressed with the turnout and the attitudes of our students.
E-Bikes (again)
Sadly, I have to report that there is a complaint almost everyday about the way our students are riding E-Bikes to and from School. The complaints are not malicious, there are genuine fears for our young people’s safety. Students without helmets, riding on footpaths or even worse, weaving between traffic at great speed; all of which are incredibly worrying. Can I please ask parents to reinforce all safety messages about the use of E-Bikes. I am not trying to be the ‘fun police’, but we are extremely worried that a tragedy will occur if behaviours do not change.
This weekend, our CAS fixture is against Waverley College for most teams. We wish our students the very best with the fixtures.
Finally, next Friday 6 June is our Year 7 to 10 Parent / Teacher Interviews Day (online). Students are encouraged to join their parents online for these appointments. Year 11 and 12 will be able to attend optional lectures and the Year 11 and Year 12 Colleges will be open and staffed.
Have a good week!
Best wishes,
Bob Meakin
Head of Senior School / Deputy Headmaster