From the Acting Leader of Wellbeing - Year 8

Dear Parents, Guardians, and Year 8 Students,

As we approach the end of Week 6, it has been incredible to see our Year 8 students achieving their personal best in class and growing as individuals. With reports coming up soon, this is an amazing opportunity for students to reflect on their progress, communicate with their teachers, and demonstrate their potential.

It’s also been amazing to see all the fantastic work Year 8 students are doing in Visual Arts, Music, and Technology. Whether it’s participating in the STEM Racing Challenge, cooking up a storm in Food Technology, or getting creative in Visual Arts, these achievements demonstrate the hard work and dedication of Year 8. I encourage all students to maintain this momentum until the end of the year and finish with success.

A huge congratulations to the Year 8 students who were voted into the Student Representative Council (SRC). We wish them all the best as they attend their Leadership Retreat. Seeing so many students putting themselves forward for this opportunity was wonderful, demonstrating their commitment to our college community. While some students may have been disappointed, this is a testament to how many of our young people are passionate about contributing to school life. Well done to everyone who participated in this process and congratulations to

A reminder that Thursday Sport is compulsory. Students unable to participate due to injury or illness must provide a note. Physical activity is so important—not just for health, but also for boosting mood and giving the brain a well-deserved break from the hard work being done in class. Year 8 students have shown great enthusiasm during sports, and it’s fantastic to see their positive energy and teamwork in action.

We would also like to gently remind everyone about the importance of bringing food for recess and lunch. Proper nutrition is essential for brain function, helping students stay energised for learning and participate fully in activities like sports. Packing nutritious meals ensures our students are well-fuelled for their busy school days.

As always, please feel free to contact me directly at samiri1@parra.catholic.edu.au or call the College office if you have any questions or concerns.

Kind regards,

Ms Susan Amiri

Acting Leader of Wellbeing - Year 8