SECONDARY REFLECTION TORI, RUBI, KIARA & SIERRA YEAR 9 & 10 PEER MEDIATORS
Our Year 10 Peer Support Team has been entrusted with the important role of helping our Year 7 students transition smoothly and confidently into Secondary School life. Recognising the significance of this responsibility, several members of the peer support team were given the exciting opportunity to attend the Year 7 Camp at Phillip Island. This experience was not only a chance for us to lead but also a valuable moment to connect with the new students and guide them as they begin their secondary journey. Below is a report reflecting on our time at camp and what it meant for us as leaders. As peer support leaders, we arrived at the Year 7 Camp ready to take on our roles as mentors and role models, embodying the school ’ s core values of Learning, Leadership, Teamwork and Respect. Throughout the three - day camp, we were actively involved in running a variety of engaging activities designed to foster teamwork and build friendships among the Year 7 students. One of our key responsibilities was planning and leading the activities for the Year 7’ s special beach day. We chose to organise a series of fun and inclusive games that encouraged cooperation, communication, and mutual support—qualities that we believe are essential for a positive school community.
Beyond the structured activities, one of the highlights of the camp was the time we spent together away from the usual school environment. It was refreshing and rewarding to experience moments that wouldn ’ t typically happen during the school day, such as going on night walks along the beach and through nearby trails. We still laugh about the unexpected encounter with a group of cows during one of those walks, which made the experience even more memorable and brought us closer as a team. These shared moments created a sense of camaraderie and helped strengthen the bond between both the Year 10 leaders and the Year 7 campers. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to participate in this camp and want to extend our gratitude to the teachers and camp organisers who made it possible. Being able to lead activities, support younger students, and share in their first camp experience was truly rewarding. We believe this opportunity is incredibly valuable, not just for us, but for future Year 10 peer support leaders as well. It allows us to develop leadership skills, build confidence, and make a positive impact on the school community, setting a strong foundation for the years ahead.
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