From the Acting Leader of Wellbeing - Year 9

Dear Parents and Guardians,

I trust this newsletter finds you in high spirits and good health. As we reunite after the break, I'm delighted to witness the seamless transition back into school life for each of you. The abundance of smiling faces as we commence Term 2 together fills me with immense joy.

I'd like to take a moment to highlight some of the incredible achievements already underway in Year 9. Our students have showcased exceptional talent at the College Shakespeare Festival, with standout performances from Kaitlin Cragg, Georgia Nash, Annabel Zaroutski, and Keanna Guerrero. As they prepare to represent St Andrews at the upcoming Western Sydney Shakespeare Festival, we extend our warmest wishes for continued success. Additionally, I'd like to commend Benjamin Barakat, Micah Hickson, and Cohen Henry for their invaluable contributions behind the scenes as welcomers and crew members. Your dedication and hard work truly embody the spirit of our St Andrews community. Bravo!

In addition to our impressive achievements in drama, our dynamic Theatre Sports group which includes a few Year 9 students has been making waves at the recent Sydney Theatre Sports Competition hosted at TARA Anglican College. Their spirited performances and quick thinking showcased the remarkable talent and teamwork within our school community. Congratulations to all participants for representing St Andrews with pride and passion on the stage!

And let's not forget about our successful start to house sport in Term 2! A massive thank you to Ruby Scicluna and Alyssa Bettiol for sharing their insights in the article about our achievements and progress. I'm so proud of all the amazing things our Year 9 students are accomplishing, both inside and outside the classroom. Your contributions help us celebrate the diverse talents and achievements of our Year 9 cohort, both within the classroom and beyond. It's truly inspiring to witness the dedication and passion that our students bring to every endeavor.

As your Year 9 Leader of Wellbeing, I want to make sure that each and every one of you feels supported and cared for. So please, if you ever need someone to talk to or if there's anything on your mind, don't hesitate to reach out to me. I'm here to help in any way I can.

Finally, good luck to our two Year 9 debating teams and here's to a productive and positive Term 2 ahead! Let's keep up the great work and continue to support each other every step of the way.

Warm regards,

Mr Nathan Weaver

Acting Leader of Learning Year 9