Year 7

Welcome to Term 2! I hope that all our Year 7 families had a relaxing holiday break. It’s been wonderful to see Year 7 looking so smart in their winter uniforms, and back ready for another great term at high school. 

There are lots of exciting things coming up for Year 7. Music Camp begins today, with a large number of Year 7 students involved in choirs and ensembles. As we all know, the Sydney Opera House concert is only three short weeks away. I encourage you to ask your daughter to show you the Sydney Opera House canvas page and show you the songs and choreography she will be performing on the night.

And, the most exciting event for Year 7 this term is happening in Week 6, (starting Monday 2 June 2025) Year 7 Camp! All permission and medical forms (School and our camp provider, Lands Edge, forms) are on Omnia and must be completed as soon as possible.

We have begun the process of grouping and rooming the students and Year 7 have been asked to complete a Buddy nomination form. It is a very large and complex puzzle to create a suitable combination where they are placed with friends, but also in a space where new connections and relationships can form. I thank you in advance for your understanding and support with this.

As mentioned previously to the year group, school rules apply at camp. Students will not be permitted access to laptops or mobile devices for the duration of this camp. If your child is worried about this, putting routines in place now, such as falling asleep routines without the use of an app, would be beneficial and set them up for a successful camp. It’s going to be a wonderful four days away!

A reminder to tune into the Year 7 to Year 9 Parent Webinar; ‘Online Safety’ with the Director of eLearning, Marianna Carlino. It is next Wednesday 7 May 2025, 6pm–7pm. Marianna works closely with the Wellbeing and Academic Care team to assist with the Pastoral Care of our students. A link to join will be sent at 9am on the day of the event. 

Have a wonderful weekend and please reach out to your daughter’s Luminary or teachers if you have any questions.

– Claire White
Head of Year 7