The Mapleton experience nurtured students to engage in a range of activities designed to challenge their physical, social, collaborative, and leadership attributes. The three-day camp also provided opportunities for students to bond with their new schoolmates, spend time with their House Leaders, and make memories about how they overcame challenges, strengthened relationships, and discovered how outdoor education can shape character. Mr. White had the following to say about the camp.
“It was an absolute delight to witness the remarkable growth and development of our students over these past three days. Each day, staff members shared inspiring stories of students who, through the 'Challenges by Choice' program, pushed their boundaries, set personal goals, and achieved numerous accomplishments. Through daily reflections with their trusted adults, students embraced the 'SPS Way,' understanding their role in a community built on respect, inclusivity, and celebration. A heartfelt thank you to all the students and staff for your dedication and hard work during these three days. I look forward to creating more memories with you in the Outdoor Education space.”
Sport TAS and JTAS Sport is well and truly underway for Trimester 1. Across both the Junior and Senior School’s, our Pumas have taken to the field to represent SPS in cricket, hockey and soccer, as well as the courts for basketball, volleyball, and tennis. Our teams have competed with energy, enthusiasm and skill. Alongside their coaches, our Pumas continuously reflect on their performances and set game plans which will lead to continuous improvement over the course of their sporting games. Both at home and away, our teams have been well supported by families and friends, creating an atmosphere that encourages pride and passion. We have a number of teams who have already demonstrated fantastic growth and development as well as a number of teams who have shown themselves to be serious title contenders. Another pleasing development has been the large number of additional 'shield' teams the school has been able to field due to growing participation numbers across a range of sports. Further to this, it has been fantastic to welcome a number of staff and school family members who have been getting involved as officials, referees and coaches. Week 3 saw our Secondary School enjoy the annual Swimming Carnival. Head of Sport Andrew Wookey commented: “For 2025 it was held at a new venue, the Albany Creek Leisure Centre, an outdoor venue which meant the students got to enjoy some fresh air and sunshine, on what was a fantastic day of school spirit and competition in the pool. It was fantastic to see the endeavour and participation of all students in attendance. There were some individual stand out performances on the day, but the most pleasing aspect of the Carnival was the comradery and House spirit on display with the staff at the pool going out of their way to mention a number of times just how loud and involved the students had been in creating a truly special atmosphere.” Music Extracurricular Music is traditionally a very popular pursuit for SPS students, from Year 2-12. Music provides opportunities for students to exercise their creative expression both individually, or collectively as part of an ensemble, orchestra or choir. Like sport, music generates a sense of belonging, fosters growth, and enables participants to strive for excellence. In fact, this year we have over 400 students engaged with the Extracurricular Music program, working hard together weekly, and enjoying opportunities to perform both here at school in exciting annual events such as Music in the Dark, Battle of the Bands and Con Brio, as well as competing at local, regional and state competitions.
Senior Leadership Reflections
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