Term 3 has come to an end and what a term it has been! This term has presented both students and staff with a valuable opportunity to grow and strengthen their skill of resilience, as they overcame obstacles and challenges that were synonymous with remote learning and teaching. Students at Mary MacKillop Catholic College are to be applauded for how well they have approached their learning in an online remote learning environment.

Recently students have engaged with the launch of our College Learning Motto ‘Everything Counts.’ The essence of this motto is to promote the mindset that all aspects of learning should be seen by students as an opportunity to grow in their potential. This ranges from learning experiences from within the classroom, to formal assessment, examinations, cross curricular tasks, sporting ventures, debating and the list goes on.

In Term 4, the in-class tasks that students complete for each subject will contribute to their Semester 2 grade of their academic report. Years 7, 8 and 9 will not engage in formal assessment tasks and homework will be minimal. At the recent year assemblies I asked students in these year groups to reflect on how well they fully engaged in remote learning this term and what strategies they can implement to take more ownership of their learning in Term 4.

I wish students all the best as they head into their school holiday period. Stay safe, stay well and use the time to recharge and rejuvenate to prepare yourself for a big term of learning in Term 4. Remember in learning ‘Everything Counts.’

Lockdown Friendly Activities for the Holidays

Whilst students permit themselves a well earned break from the classroom over the holidays, there are some fun ways that you can keep the brain engaged. I would like to share with you some activities you can do over the holiday period with your families.

Get Creative

Laugh

Learn something new

Attempt this Tongue Twister with your family and friends