From the Leader of Learning Year 7
As we reach the end of Term 1 and the Easter holidays, we can look back on a very successful term and transition for Year 7. Students and staff have been involved in a wide range of events and activities, and we have enjoyed and celebrated many successes.
Through 2022, we will continue to emphasise to all students the need to do their best, care for one another and concentrate on their learning, making the college a place which has a unique and dynamic learning experience. The Year 7 students have been working hard this term to ensure they are achieving their best, the result of their work is visible in what they produce and in the extent of their participation in school activities.
However, many students have been struggling with the increased workload that is attached to high school life. It is important that students quickly get themselves into a routine of study and home learning to ensure they are able to achieve their best. During our Wellbeing lessons we have been working on the concepts of organisation and the importance of structure around home learning.
This term break could provide a fantastic opportunity for the conversation between parents and students to take place around the expectations and workload of highschool and provide students with time to create a clear plan around how they will tackle the remainder of the year.
The following organisations provide resources and information around these ideas and would be a great starting point for starting the conversation:
Peer Support
The Year 10 Peer Support Leaders and their Assistants have run the Peer Support Program with our Year 7 students. Peer Support was a huge success – and a big thank you and congratulations must go to our Year 10 Peer Support Leaders and their Assistants. They have done a tremendous job helping our new Year 7 students settle in – going out of their way to take them to classrooms, answer all their questions and just giving them a few tips on how to cope with homework and high school in general.
Although Peer Support only runs during Term 1, I’m sure the friendships and bonds that were formed during Peer Support will continue throughout the year. Well done Year 7 and your Peer Support Leaders!
School Uniform
A reminder that Term 2 is full Winter Uniform. This means that the following is required by all students:
- Girls - Black or navy stockings, short sleeve blouse, blazer (compulsory), school jumper and long pants (optional)
- Boys - Black or taupe socks, taupe trousers with a black belt, short sleeve shirt tucked in, boys school tie, blazer (compulsory), school jumper (optional)
Wishing you all a very happy Easter and a restful break. Looking forward to the rest of the year ahead with Year 7.
Jarryd Leaves
Leader of Learning Year 7