Year 9
This week, Year 9 continued their Peer Support Training with a focus on leading with empathy. Students participated in activities designed to deepen their understanding of empathy and its role in effective leadership.
Working in groups, Year 9 brainstormed the highlights and challenges faced by Year 7 students, then shared their responses and identified areas of commonality between Year 7 and Year 10. This reflective process encouraged students to consider how some highlights can also be challenges, and why experiences may differ from person to person. The discussion emphasised how leading with empathy means taking the time to understanding others’ perspectives.
In the second part of the session, students paired up to discuss what they wish they had known when starting MLC School. Each Luminary then came together to share ideas and discuss the importance of supporting Year 7 students as they transition to Senior School. Students considered practical ways to help Year 7 students work through challenges and brainstormed how they could continue to offer support beyond the Peer Support sessions.
Through these activities, Year 9 are building the skills and understanding needed to be compassionate and effective Peer Support Leaders, ready to guide and support Year 7 students as they start their journey at MLC School.
Year 9 students will soon be given the opportunity to nominate to become Peer Support Leaders for 2026. I would encourage all students to apply and take advantage of this fantastic leadership opportunity.
An important issue for all our community to understand is the upcoming social media delay. There is a lot more detail about this in the Principal’s article in this issue, click here to read.
Also in this week’s newsletter you will find a virtual pinboard, developed by our Director of eLearning, Marianna Carlino, with up to date information outlining the details of this upcoming social media delay. The pinboard includes comprehensive information about the implementation process, including resources and support materials. Click here to view the pinboard. This initiative will impact many Year 9 students who currently have social media accounts. The purpose of the delay is to foster a safer online environment, and we encourage all parents to engage in open discussions with their daughters about the rationale behind this change.
Tickets are now on sale for the 2025 Middle Years Drama Production – Trackers by Donna Hughes. The cast of Year 7 to Year 9 students have worked incredibly hard to bring this compelling story to the stage. The show runs over two nights and promises heartfelt performances and storytelling that will leave a lasting impression.
Set in a dystopian future, Trackers follows a group of students who begin to question the rules, the surveillance, and the system that controls them. It’s bold, mysterious, and packed with twists. Think secret messages, hidden alliances, and a fight to break free from conformity… all happening right under the school’s watchful eye.
Wednesday 12 November 2025, 6pm
Thursday 13 November 2025, 6pm
– Emily Marsh
Head of Year 9
