Year 9

On Monday, Year 9 and the School celebrated International Women’s Day. The topic was discussed in Luminary time and again in the Middle Years Assembly on Wednesday. I know that female inequality is an issue that many of our Year 9 girls are very passionate about and it was inspiring to hear them speak their mind and discuss what the #choosetochallenge means to them.

This week I’ve seen a reasonable amount of fatigue in the Year 9 group as the term rolls on and the workload is ever present. I would love for you, as the families, to check in with your Year 9 student and encourage her to be kind to herself, to her friends and to her own space and self-care.

There have also been a number of phones confiscated from Year 9 students during the week. Year 9 girls are permitted to bring a mobile phone to school however phones are to remain in their lockers for the whole day and not be used during class, recess or lunch. The girls have been advised repeatedly about this rule and I’m hoping for a phone confiscation-free week next week!

Finally, next Friday 19 March 2021 is the Senior Swimming Carnival. It’s really exciting to be able to hold these types of events again, and it is compulsory attendance for every student. It is a wonderful opportunity for students to be involved in their House, to celebrate the achievements and participation of their Year group, and to show their potential leadership skills for the future.

As always, if there is anything you wish to discuss please contact me on 8741 3246 or email cwhite@mlcsyd.nsw.edu.au.

– Claire White
Head of Year 9

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