Year 8
On Tuesday, Reverend Viniana Ravetali led the students of Year 8 through their Chapel Service. The focus of her reflection and bible readings was on the value of Compassion. As a core school value, a reminder of the need to offer Compassion to others and even build bridges with others is a vital message for the girls to hear. Students were reminded of the way Compassion fosters understanding and positive connections, allowing for us all to support each other, especially at challenging times. Thank you to the student volunteers of Year 8 who spoke, led prayers, and reflected during the service.
During our Year Meeting on Wednesday, I took the time to remind students about the importance of engaging positively with teacher feedback. With an assessment period in full swing, over the coming weeks feedback on summative assessments will be provided to the students. I felt it an important time to remind students that feedback is the information shared by teachers to help them achieve their learning goals. Whilst I recognise that some students may be disappointed by the feedback they receive from a teacher; I really want students to reframe their thinking about the feedback that is offered to them. It is always provided as the impetus for further individual action – proactive steps towards improving their understanding, developing their skills and broadening their ideas.
Following on from my message about the Spirit of MLC School Award last week, I want to congratulate the following students on receiving their certificate and pin during today’s Senior School Assembly. This is recognition for their achievement of the award across Year 8 – well done to the following students:
- Erin Banyer
- Lexie Bellew
- Cailise Campbell
- Janani Kanthathas
- Aditi Knowles
- Bonnie Li
- Ellie Moran
- Ciara Patterson
- Sophia Ronan
- Phoebe Tang
- Hana Lee
- Lucinda Ho
A reminder regarding uniform – students must ensure their blazer is the external garment if they are electing to wear their jumper to and from school.
Key Dates for the Diary:
- Sunday 16 March 2025 – Whitley Senior House Chapel Service and Morning Tea (9am)
- Sunday 16 March 2025 – Wade Senior House Chapel Service and Morning Tea (10.30am)
- Sunday 23 March 2025 – Booralee Senior House Chapel Service and Morning Tea (9am)
- Sunday 23 March 2025 – Abbeythorpe Senior House Chapel Service and Morning Tea (10.30am)
- Monday 31 March 2025 – Senior School House Swimming Carnival
– Bridget Kovats
Year 8
