From the Principal
Our Weekly Parent Zooms, on Tuesday mornings at 9.00am, are continuing this term. You will recall that they began during COVID times to assist communications and provide updates to parents. Due to the positive feedback I have received, the weekly Zoom check-in is proving to be a great way to communicate with parents or respond to questions in real-time. While parent numbers can be small in some weeks, many parents have mentioned that they appreciate being able to join in via zoom or watch the recording later. Please watch out for the COMPASS message alerting you to these weekly zooms. Thank you to those parents who have provided such positive feedback. It is always greatly appreciated.
Welcome
This term we welcome to the College:
- Shelly-Anne Sansone – HSIE job-share with Mrs Anthony.
- Loretta Muratore – TAS Assistant.
Each staff member has provided a brief introduction of themselves in a separate article in this newsletter.
Year 12 News
The Higher School Certificate (HSC) Trial Examinations conclude on Monday. I would like to commend our Year 12 students on the manner in which they prepared for these exams. It is this group of students who were unable to engage in previous exam blocks due to COVID restrictions, so their hard work and determination to achieve their best possible results has been more than evident. Following these examinations, the students will be completing their courses and revising further for the HSC. It is crucial that this time be used effectively as this can add significant value to their HSC outcome. On return in Term 4, the HSC begins on Wednesday 12 October.
NOW is the time to make a PLAN and set a GOAL to maximise work and study over the next 10 weeks.
Please continue to keep the students in your prayers during this time.
We are currently in planning for our celebrations to farewell and commemorate the contribution of our Year 12 girls as they finish their 6-year journey at the College. More detail will be provided in coming days.
Year 11 Preliminary Examinations
Over the next couple of weeks, Year 11 are preparing to conclude their HSC Preliminary courses. They will begin exams on 6 September. Consistent effort now is the best investment for setting them up for success to begin their HSC courses in Term 4.
Co-Curricular Benefits
It is always good to see students re-engaging in the extra-curricular life of the College. The excitement and fun evident is a welcome change as we continue to navigate through COVID-affected times. It is easy to see the clear benefits that emerge for girls when they participate in a range of co-curricular activities. Consequently, I would encourage every student to take up a seasonal sport, or adopt and maintain interests or hobbies from music, the arts, community service or STEM fields. Also, it is handy to have on your resume.
