From the Leader of Learning Wellbeing Year 12
Vinnies Van
Service to others
After over 18 months due to COVID St Andrews College was back on the beat with assisting with the Vinnies Van project. This is a fantastic opportunity to give back to the community who are less fortunate than us.
Three Year 12 students, Jonah Sailago, Teghan McHugh and Georgia Green volunteered their time to assist. The students gave up precious study time and braved the elements to hand out food and warm clothes to the homeless in Mount Druitt and Parramatta.
Two recent studies suggest that giving to others makes us happy, even happier than spending on ourselves. What's more, our kindness might create a virtuous cycle that promotes lasting happiness and altruism. Alex Dixon. This was evident last night.
Here is what the students had to say.
‘Time went so fast and I can’t wipe the smile of my face’
‘I hope other students withdraw from future Vinnies Van days so I can go again’
‘Talking to the people was easier than I thought’
I encourage you to give to others and make a positive difference in the lives of others.
Martin Gillogly
Leader of Learning Wellbeing - Year 12