From the Assistant Principal Students
Thanks for a great term
Term 2 has been a very unusual term. Online learning to start and then coming back to normal school with restrictions and lots of hand washing. I would like to thank the staff, students and parents for all the great work in Learning, Sport and other activities. It is great to see the College pulling together to ensure the best outcomes for all students and staff.
Please spend the holiday period relaxing and preparing for Term 3. I look forward to another great term of learning and involvement.
COVID 19 and TERM 3
We are seeing restrictions ease but the danger of a second wave is always present. Until there is a vaccination, we must remember to follow some basic rules:
- Wash your hands every opportunity you have
- Use the hand sanitizer whenever you see it
- Maintain the 1.5m rule where you can
- Stay at home if you are sick
- Get tested if you develop cold or flu symptoms
- No spitting
- No sharing food or drinks
- Always be safe
- No gathering in groups outside of school
Term 3
School resumes on Tuesday 21st July. All students are expected to be in full College Winter uniforms. All uniform expectations should be evident including hairstyles, jewelry and blazers.
Term 3 is an important term for all students but in particular the Year 11 and 12 who will have the HSC Trials and Preliminary Examinations as well as the final Year 12 Graduation. It is an important and stressful time for the students and we wish them all the best in these important events.
What’s in the planner?
Students can help develop their own meaning and purpose through learning about and accepting the diversity of cultures at the College and in society. Understand and accepting cultures helps us understand others perspectives and helps us build social connectedness.
Humour is a wonderful character strength, which creates uplifting positive emotions and optimism. Laughter is contagious and fun becomes contagious which can lead to hope and happiness for others and us.
We should always aim to be around positive and optimistic people. Being around positive people helps nudge your mindset to be more growth orientated. The benefits of humour include: strengthens immune system; reduced stress pressure; and release of feel good brain chemicals.
All the best over the holidays and be safe.
God Bless
Nicholas Thrum
Assistant Principal Students