Year 10

Year 10

This week in Luminary time, our Year 10 students participated in a Circle Solutions activity. Each Luminary group took a moment to reflect and share how they are feeling at this point in the term. These sessions are an integral part of our pastoral care programme, designed to promote emotional wellbeing, build trust, and strengthen peer relationships.

A common theme that emerged across the year group was a feeling of being stressed, tired, and overwhelmed. This is not surprising given the timing—students are currently in the thick of their assessment period.

Looking ahead, next week is a significant one for our Year 10s, with several assessments scheduled. To support them, I shared the following tips during our Year Meeting:

  1. Mindset – Exams don’t define you; just do your best.
  2. Plan Time – Use a calendar; try study bursts (25–45 mins).
  3. Be Clear – Make a revision roadmap; adjust if needed.
  4. Healthy Habits – Eat well, drink water, move, sleep eight hours.
  5. Be Kind – Set boundaries, relax, avoid comparisons, talk to someone.
  6. Beyond Exams – Stress can fuel growth; build skills and experience.

We encourage you to check in with your daughter and help them to engage with these strategies. Thank you for your continued support as we guide Year 10 through this busy but rewarding part of the term.

Next week on Thursday is the MLC School Athletics Carnival. I am looking forwarding to sharing this day with Year 10. I love seeing them participate, support each other, show their house spirit and overall just have a great day together as a school community.

The following will be in place for any student requiring adjustments to support their participation in the Athletics Carnival. Please refer to this article for more details on transportation.

  • A quiet room near the Nurse’s station will be available for students needing an alternate space to take a break. This will be staffed by the Learning Enhancement Department.  
  • A staff member from the Learning Enhancement Department will be actively visible throughout the event to support students to participate if required. 
  • Students will also have access to First Aid if needed 
  • Students should notify their Head of Year before the event if an alternative form of participation needs to be considered. This information will be communicated to the Learning Enhancement Department. 

–  Penny Hewett
Head of Year 10

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