From the Senior School
I am hoping that you all enjoyed some extra time over the King’s Birthday long weekend to catch up on some rest and family time. As Term 2 draws to a close, it is worth making some time to discuss with your daughter her progress and achievements over the past term. A useful activity that I sometimes work through with my classes is called Stop, Start, Continue. These are helpful prompts to start a conversation about ‘What do I need to stop doing that is getting in my way?’
This might include too much time on social media or staying up too late. Secondly, ‘What can I start doing that will support me?’ These could encompass following a study routine, or taking a daily walk. Finally, ‘what am I doing well, that I should continue?’ You get the idea; these could cover making time for my friends, or making my notes in good order.
Year 11 Leadership
This week Dr Hadwen and I spoke to Year 11 students about the Prefect leadership process, to elect our Year 12 student leaders for 2023-2024. We discussed different qualities of a leader and the importance of being true to yourself. More detail about the process have been uploaded on Parent Portal, including the dates for submission.
Wrap with Love Knit In
A reminder to all parents, grandparents and friends, to keep lunchtime on Tuesday 20 June free – for our Senior School Knit In. From 12.45pm to 2.15pm you are warmly invited to come along to the Senior School with your knitting needles and wool and join us for our annual knit in! The blankets we make are provided to those in need both in Australia and overseas.
If you are able to contribute, you will need: 8 ply wool (any type but the students have been asked to use 100% pure wool for warmth, and Australian wool, where possible, to support our farmers), 4.00 needles (size 4.00).
The pattern is a square of 50 rows X 50 stitches. All the details can found at the Wrap with Love website.
Term 2 Key dates
Monday 12 June – King’s Birthday Public Holiday
Tuesday 20 June – Senior School Knit In
Thursday 22 June – Last day of Term 2
Nikki Wyse
Head of Senior School