Year 7 Camp
Year 7 Camp is a wonderful opportunity for students to strengthen connections with their MSCW ‘sisters’, foster positive relationships and further develop their courage and resilience.
It was exciting to see Year 7 students participate in a range of activities in week 7 as part of their Year 7 Camp experience. Students travelled to Stanwell Tops and took part in both challenging and fun activities from the giant swing, to survivor challenges, to high ropes courses, the treeline adventure, archery and night time activities to name a few. Each activity encouraged students to support each other and step outside of their comfort zone, which our Year 7 group did with enthusiasm and bravery.
The Year 7 Camp Cup enabled students to gain House points when they demonstrated dimensions of their Marist Compass for Life. Throughout the camp students worked through challenges and demonstrated their Sisterly relationships as they supported each other, Courage was seen as students took risks and showed their independence, Empowerment was key as students became more confident in their abilities and students shared their many Gifts with their friends and camp groups. The challenge to take home the cup was welcomed by all of Year 7 with joy and eagerness. A big congratulations to Marcellin House our 2026 Year 7 Camp Cup winners.
A huge thank you to our Year 7 Camp staff team who generously gave of their time to guide Year 7 through the camp experience. The staff team included; Ms Jenny Dove, Mr Henry Davey, Ms Jocelyn Kemp, Ms Laura Marshall, Ms Sarah Bennett, Ms Aleksandra Bridge, Ms Emily Naylor, Ms Gabrielle Souter, Mr Ryan Jennings, Ms Zoe Fergusson-Kennedy and Ms Gina Pucci.
Year 7 Camp Reflection
Attending Year 7 camp at Stanwell Tops was an unforgettable experience filled with adventure and fun. It was an incredible, memorable and a busy camp for us all! My day group was filled with lots of new friends I couldn’t wait to learn more about and bond with.
Our group favourites were the giant swing and the high ropes course, we had so much fun cheering each other on and pushing ourselves to step out of our comfort zone. In the evening, we definitely kept the energy high with so many rounds of exciting trivia and even had our own dance party! My favourite memory of camp was when we all painted black charcoal stripes on our faces for Survivor. These new experiences definitely brought out something new out of each and every one of us and the best part was watching everyone trying their best and having a go.
All of the students tried so hard for the Camp Cup, I loved seeing the kindness and encouragement spread throughout the year. And Congrats to Marcellin again for their third win! Leaving camp, I felt a much stronger connection to my year and a newfound confidence. We had so much fun and can’t wait for our next big year group experience!
– Sienna Keeley
