PASTORAL CARE – Year 10 Leadershift Incursion & Peer Support Program

Our Year 10 students enthusiastically participated in the yLead Leadershift Incursion, marking an inspiring beginning to their Peer Support training journey. The full-day experience was filled with energy, connection and meaningful learning, as students embraced the message that “you don’t need a badge to lead.”

Through a range of interactive and engaging team-building activities, students explored how leadership is expressed through everyday actions and choices. The program focused on developing confident, resilient, positive and collaborative leaders, equipping students with the skills to recognise and strengthen their capacity to influence others in a positive way.

A highlight of the day was the Jenga Chaos session, where students explored how attitude and behaviour directly impact outcomes, culture and team success. This powerful activity reinforced that negative choices can create environments of chaos, limiting success for both individuals and groups, while positive actions build supportive and productive communities.

The incursion concluded with the memorable Turning Rope challenge, where the entire cohort worked together to achieve a shared goal, having every student pass through a turning rope without it touching anyone. This activity highlighted the importance of collaboration, communication and unity, reinforcing the idea that together, we are stronger. It was a powerful demonstration of teamwork and the collective potential of the Year 10 cohort.

Following this successful day, students have continued their Peer Support training during Week 9 Pastoral Care lesson, demonstrating a positive and engaged approach. Training will continue into the beginning of Term 3 and then Year 10 students will begin mentoring Year 7 students through a 1:1 Peer Support Program for the remainder of Semester 2. This initiative aims to build strong relationships, foster belonging and provide every student with an authentic opportunity to grow as a compassionate and service-oriented leader.

We commend our Year 10 cohort for their outstanding participation and look forward to seeing them step confidently into their roles as Peer Support Mentors.

Danielle McManus | Celeste Martinez | Katie Fisher
Leader of Wellbeing | Year 10 Coordinator | Year 10 Assistant Coordinator