Bob Meakin, Deputy Headmaster & Head of Senior School

Dear Parents and Carers,

We have had another busy week at school and yesterday’s assembly showcased some of the many endeavours of students. The student directed plays, the musical rehearsals and various service activities were congratulated.  We also enjoyed hearing from our guest, Jigme Tshering from CETOP, where he is a special guide and has enjoyed working with so many students and staff over the years. The message of adventure and service was an inspiration to the students coupled with some stunning images from Nepal on display.

It was also wonderful to hear the SRC leaders, Matthew Downes and Sam Collison, encouraging our students to ‘get around it’ and support all aspects of the School’s Co-Curricular and Service programmes. The Chaplain, Reverand Farraway addressed the School with an Olympic theme and giving one’s best. We also spoke to the students about volunteering. Winter Sport is compulsory but the Athletics season which commences next week is more voluntary and students were reminded that, whatever their athletic ability, all are welcome and to volunteer into as many sessions as possible.

The Head of School’s list of academic effort was also celebrated. This is an effort level of 97%. Almost half the student population has now achieved this list in Term 2 which is an incredible achievement. Our Cross-Country team was also announced for the CAS championships this weekend and we wish them all the very best for their individual and team performances.

Our Year 12s are in the thick of Trial examinations for the HSC and mock exams for the IB. They are carrying themselves extremely well at this point and utilising the Year 12 College well into the evenings. I wish them well for the remainder of their examinations.

This weekend sees our Winter Sport programme come to an end and I wish everyone a wonderful, successful, and enjoyable end to the season.

Have a great week.

Best wishes,

Bob Meakin
Deputy Headmaster & Head of Senior School