Senior School is busy in the midst of our examination period with Years 7 and 8 completing their final examinations this week and Year 10 starting their examinations next week. It can be a stressful time for students and parents as student look to improve their results whilst managing the feelings of anxiety that exams can bring. Just a reminder that students in Years 7-9 who missed an examination during their exam week need to complete catch up examinations in Week 5. They need to report to L Block at the start of period 1 on Tuesday 13 November. If you have any concerns or queries about any examinations, please contact the Subject Coordinator first to discuss your concern.
X-THACTOR and Market Day
Term 4 is such a busy time with examinations to be completed and marked and Final Reports to be written. Whilst all these events are happening, preparation is underway for two of our major events for Term 4, X-THACTOR and Market Day which occur on Friday 30 November.
X THACTOR is a performing arts competition where students can display their talents in a variety of categories including aspiring singers, dancers, instrumentalist, bands, actors, comedians and magicians. Students need to collect an Application Form from the Creative Arts Staffroom (M Block) and return it by Friday 16th November, along with a video audition. Heats are held in early week 7 with the finalists performing on Friday of week 7. Talented celebrity judges adjudicate the winners on the day. Please encourage your child to participate and showcase their talent for the benefit of the College community. It is a great event on the Calendar and is followed by our fundraising Market Day.
Market day is where PC groups in Years 7-9 organise stalls to sell food or beverages to all Senior School students to raise money for Anglican Aid. It is a great day where students come together to contribute to the positive culture of the College and raise funds for those in need. Students are able to serve one another at the College and the wider community as they look at being outwards focused and learn the joy and benefits of service.
No doubt the next two months will be a very busy family time as you all attend various Christmas functions and prepare for the New Year. I wish all College families a safe and Happy Christmas and hope that you all enjoy some relaxing time with family and friends over the holiday break.
Lines of Communication
If you need to contact the College, we would encourage you to use the following lines of communication that will assist you in speaking with the right person to resolve any enquiry/concern you may have as quickly as possible.
I encourage parents to keep the College informed of anything that you feel may impact your child’s performance or behaviour at the College so that we can support and assist them.
For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6-7
Mr Hugh Renshaw
Head of Senior School