STUDENT PERSPECTIVE
HOUSE CAPTAIN REFLECTIONS
PRIMARY SCHOOL LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
On Tuesday March 28th our primary school leaders attended the Melbourne Exhibition Centre with many schools around the state to learn about how to be a great leader. We started off by communicating and socialising with other schools by playing ‘ close up ’. We started off by saying our names and then we heard about the different talents from other schools, after a few activities later, one of our peer mediators Tri Thanh got chosen to go up on stage with one person from each school for a challenge. The goal was to do the alphabet backwards. Next, we learnt about the 4 H ’ s.
Then we played a bunch of different games such as truth or dare, thumbs up thumbs down, would you rather, then another one of a peer mediators got chosen to go upon stage for a quiz. This showed us not everyone has the right answer or thinks the same way, so it ’ s okay to think differently. After a few breaks and games we learnt about the following topics: How to be an ‘ others ’ first leader; The people a leader can impact the most; Ideas that impact everybody; How to get everybody on board with a new idea; and finally, Why we lead. We are so happy that our school leaders got this opportunity for our school.
By Alexia Pl and Millie D
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Help with the little things
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Hear others opinions
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Humility
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Happiness
SECONDARY HOUSE CAPTAIN REFLECTION
On Tuesday, the day before Athletics Day, the efforts of all our school houses were on full display as students worked together to prepare for the event. Each house had a team of enthusiastic students who collaborated to create posters and learn chants to support their teammates and demonstrate their team spirit. Then, on Wednesday, despite the disappointment of the event being cancelled due to adverse weather conditions, students found ways to make the most of the day. In the first session, the Year 9s had a chance to enjoy Athletics Day in their own way by watching their friends race in costumes. Students continued to support and encourage each other, embodying the values of sportsmanship and teamwork that are so integral to the event. In the second session, students had the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities. Some groups made sculptures, while others played volleyball or enjoyed a game of Uno. These activities brought about a sense of community and fun that reminded everyone of the true spirit of Athletics Day. In the third session, students were treated to a variety of fun activities. Some students prepared for a talent show, while others participated in a dodgeball tournament or played in a Kahoot! tournament. These activities showcased the diverse talents and interests of our student body and provided an opportunity for everyone to get involved. In the fourth session, the talent show went ahead and the tournaments continued on. Students continued to demonstrate their creativity, athleticism, and teamwork, showcasing the spirit of Athletics Day even in the face of adversity.
Finally, in the fifth session, students came together to participate in a yard clean - up and present their chants to the rest of the school. This was a fantastic opportunity for our students to demonstrate their commitment to the environment and their school community. Although there was no official winner due to the cancellation of the event, the day ended with Evans, Rafter, Jackson, and Beachley houses all showcasing their school spirit and sportsmanship. Even in the absence of formal competition, the spirit of Athletics Day was alive and well among our students. Athletics Day is an annual event that brings together students, teachers, and parents for a day of fun, excitement, and healthy competition. While the cancellation of Athletics Day was disappointing, the spirit of the event lives on through the efforts of our students in preparing for the event and finding ways to enjoy the day. We look forward to rescheduling the event as soon as possible and continuing to uphold the values of sportsmanship and teamwork in all our school events.
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