Term 1, Week 4, 2024 - Unstoppable Innovation 22 Feb 2024

The Blessing of the Centenary Badges

With great anticipation and excitement, our students donned their centenary badges with pride. The badge’s shape, a circle quadrant, metaphorically links the journey of innovation and evolution encapsulated in our centenary year. The quadrant embodies the notion of our school's progress through new phases of growth and discovery. Just as a circle quadrant represents a quarter of a circle, marking a distinct phase in the circle's completion, Strathcona’s 100 years is a significant point in our history that must be noted. Our school is on a trajectory fuelled by momentum, as innovation and evolution are not linear but cyclical processes, where the completion of one phase leads naturally into the beginning of the next, each quadrant building upon the last. Our centenary badge foregrounds positivity too, even in terms of trigonometry as all six trigonometric functions have positive values.

The colour white represents the promise of a fresh start, a new chapter of untapped potential, while gold signifies the wealth of stories and memories, the prosperity of our school, its continued success, and spiritual commitment. Together, they encapsulate the profound meaning of our centennial celebration. We hope everyone who wears this badge does so with a sense of gratitude for their part and excitement for Strathcona’s future.

Happy Birthday Strathcona

Every good celebration requires cake, and our Centenary Birthday Cake was a welcome addition back at school. Students spontaneously sang with great gusto Happy Birthday, Strathcona, a song coincidently also brought into existence one hundred years ago.

Love letters!

Every day at Strathcona, there seems to be something to look forward to, and staff and students are willing to go that extra mile to make each day special and memorable. The 14th of February has become so much more than Valentine’s Day; we celebrated Galantine’s Day with our school captains writing special sticky notes on everyone’s locker and office desk to make them smile and send some Strathy love their way. Our Librarians led Library Lovers Day with thoughtful bookmarks and loved-shaped chocolates, and students wrote their favourite books on the library windows.

Taylor-made Moments

With Taylor Swift in town, the gradual build-up of excitement among both staff and students has been palpable, but more intriguing is the communal spirit it has ignited. Students and staff gathered and connected to craft friendship bracelets to perfectly curated playlists. Sparkling and sparking a variety of conversations, from Swiftonomics to her significance as a female role model to the unity and inclusivity her presence fosters, was felt around campus.

As Sam Jacobs, the editor of Time Magazine, also celebrating its centenary, aptly noted upon Swift's recognition as Person of the Year, "In a divided world, where too many institutions are failing, Taylor Swift found a way to transcend borders and be a source of light." Indeed, Swift's influence extends beyond her music, becoming a catalyst for bringing people and generations together to celebrate community and shared values. Swift's ability to reinvent herself underscores the importance of creativity, adaptation, resilience, and forward-thinking – she certainly is a role model for our times. Swift's Eras Tour, a celebration of her musical journey and evolution, mirrors the ongoing reflection and transformation process. It's a reminder that to stay relevant and impactful; we must embrace change and the lessons learned along the way. This is just as true for the world of education as it is for the world of entertainment.

Happy Year of the Wooden Dragon

2024, the Year of the Wooden Dragon, also marks a period of innovation, growth, and transformation. The dragon, a revered symbol in Asian cultures, embodies strength, wisdom, and luck, making its celebratory dances, alongside the lion's, a spectacle of cultural heritage and community spirit. Strathcona’s Lunar New Year celebrations incorporated a dragon and lion dance. I was fortunate to have caught the two oranges, symbolising the bringing of wealth and good fortune. Our Junior School enjoyed the throwing of the lettuce, hurled from the mouth of the lion, signifying a fresh start and prosperity. Our Overseas Student Leader – Celia Chen and Year 12 student Cynthia Shi arranged a special Lunar Year Assembly showcasing the music and dance of the countries of Asia, further highlighting Strathcona’s commitment to offering a platform for global citizenship and the exchange of cultural expressions, deepening mutual appreciation.

It was also marvellous to share a Chinese Banquet lunch with many families. Beyond their festive appeal, these traditions play a crucial role in building community bonds, celebrating multicultural and intercultural understandings, and fostering a sense of belonging among diverse groups.

The Leaders of Tomorrow

This week, the significance of student agency, students' voice, leadership skills and the values we instil in our students has been at the forefront of many of my interactions with students. At Strathcona, a girl holds every leadership position. I was proud to introduce our Year 8 Middle School leaders, Sofia Pomeroy and Grace Kim, who confidently shared their Strathcona journey with the exceptionally well-attended open morning.

It was a great honour to confer our Year 6 Leaders their badges as I reminded them that leadership is not merely a title or a badge; it is an action, a commitment to serve, and a willingness to lead by example. It demands that you lead purposefully, be a role model to your fellow students, and work to make Strathcona the best place to learn and grow.

Leadership badges were also conferred to Year 10, 9 and 8 students, and I once again stressed the responsibility of leadership. The badge these students will wear symbolises their achievements and commitment to care for, nurture, and lead their peers with purpose and dedication. I urge all our school leaders to Go Beyond the Badge and all those without an official badge to lead in their own way and uncover new opportunities where they, too, can shine.

Lent: A Time for Reflection and Renewal

Educators and students must pause, reflect, and thoughtfully integrate innovative practices that enhance learning in a world bustling with constant change and technological advancements. This Lent, let us consider how to nurture a culture of continuous improvement and creativity in our schools and be more introspective.

The Lenten period allows us to contemplate where we are and where we need to go, personally, spiritually, and collectively. In the realm of education, this means reevaluating what and how we teach, who we teach and why, and integrating technology to ensure we are preparing students for the challenges and opportunities of the future. May this time and our centenary inspire a journey of inward discovery and outward connection, uniting our diverse stories as our centenary year unfolds.

Lorna Beegan
Principal

This week we welcomed experienced facilitators from Burn Bright to work with our Year 7 and 8 students for two full day workshops with the purpose to equip students with the tools necessary to navigate an increasingly complex world. The workshops focused on developing effective communication, critical thinking skills, empathy, and collaboration. Whether students aspire to lead a team, initiate new student led clubs, or simply make a difference in their communities, these skills form the foundation upon which they can build their aspirations and achieve their goals.

Year 7 is an enormous time of change, so it is vital that students build a sense of connectedness with their peers and a sense of belonging to their wider school community. The ‘Recipe for Success’ program provided students with a toolkit to help them build important skills to assist them to build a sense of identity, support new friendships and improve resilience. At Year 8 our ‘It’s In Our DNA’ program focused on developing peer-to-peer relationships, providing strategies to navigate tricky friendships and finding and following passions. The students will continue to explore these themes with their Middle Year Mentors in SOUL over the coming weeks.

Year 7 Reflections
The Burn Bright workshop was a whole lot of fun. We did lots of team-building and friendship-making activities. Some of my favorite things were doing activities that introduced us to more people, doing a dance-off and talking about courage, and finding people that had similar passions to us. I also liked watching people try to flick a ping pong ball off a bottle and cheering them as well as the teachers on and doing back-to-back drawing having to listen to what the partners instructions were. Thanks to our leaders Maddie, Jess and Chiara without whom we would not have been able to have such a great day.Thankyou to Megan, Alana, Kira and Zoe from Year 7 and Sofia and Grace from Year 8 for sharing their reflections of the incursions.
- Megan Fluke (Year 7)

On Wednesday the 14 of February the year 7 year level attended a Burn Bright Workshop. Our leaders guided us through how to be a good friend, how to make friends, be courageous and so much more. It taught me so much. As a year level, the Burn Bright workshop really helped all of us, especially because it is the start of our year 7 journey where we are all still meeting each other and learning who we all are. I loved this workshop and what I loved even more were the activities inside of that. One that I particularly enjoyed was the wool activity. As a group we all needed to tie our piece of wool together while not putting the same colour together. We ended up finishing after around 5 minutes. I absolutely loved this opportunity to learn together as a cohort and group.
- Kira Hedly (Year 7)

"What are your passions? What makes you happy and excited to do? These were some of the questions asked to the Year 7 students at the Burn Bright workshop. To explore this topic, each of us was given four cards with various interests on them. I received shopping, stationary, video games, and rugby union. We had a great time trading and swapping cards, much like collecting Pokémon cards, until we settled on four that represented our passions. While some swaps were effortless, like trading video games for swimming, the rugby union card posed a challenge, as it is a less popular passion among the cohort. Overall, the Burn Bright workshop was exciting and fun as we were put to the test of stepping out of our comfort zone and putting together our recipe for success. I enjoyed it very much and look forward to doing it again in Year 8.
- Zoe Cameron (Year 7)

The Burn Bright workshop was such an amazing experience providing us with tips and tricks on how to pursue friendships throughout year seven. It also provided us with the opportunity to learn more about our peers with fun games and activities that brought us together as a whole.

We first learnt about how to build A+ friendships by finding our passions and discovering the common ground we had with so many girls. Maddie, one of the Burn Bright leaders began the process of how to build our recipe to success with her own story of a time her recipe didn’t quite work out. This taught us to accept the mistakes we made a learn from our errors.

Accepting differences in others was another step of our recipe that taught us to see only the positives in everyone. The Burn Bright leaders did a really good job interacting with the audience and everyone was keen to volunteer, this gave us more confidence in the rest of year seven.

Throughout the workshop we were encouraged to make friends and sit with new people, this meant learning to interact with others and getting out of our comfort zone. One of the games that really encouraged everyone to support each other was ping pong ball flick. This game was a test of skill but also a test of courage. Everyone shot their hands up in the air to volunteer, but it was the resilience the leaders noticed we had, when we didn’t get chosen to participate. We also learnt the more we cheered on and encouraged others was increasing their chance of success in the game. Some people did succeed whilst others did not but everyone returned to their seats with a smile on their face which I thought was the most important thing.

Just have a go! We concluded the workshop by talking to the person next to us about how we were going to pursue with the skills we learnt. We also each came up with a goal we were to achieve by the end of the week. Mine was to expand by friendship group because one thing I really took away from the workshop was all the new things I learnt about other people.

This workshop was beneficial because it made us all much more confident going into year seven and we are all buzzing to do it again in year eight!
- Alana Kozul (Year 7)

Year 8 Reflection
On Thursday Burn Bright visited Strathcona to inspire the Year 8 students. Some of the topics we found most interesting and relevant included the significance of goal setting, important values to seek in friends and how to face challenges. We learnt that starting with a clear plan is very useful to help us to achieve our goals, and how exactly we would build up towards the goal. Taking some time to brainstorm, we wrote some notes about our ideas and discussed them with others for a new perspective that could help us learn new skills and do well at school too. Later we took part in an activity to show us how to face challenges with courage and use teamwork to help any overcome difficulties that might come up. One of the most exciting activities of the day was the marshmallow tower activity. It deemed itself to be rather challenging, yet, everyone completed it energetically. In our final activity, we decided on the top 20 values we consider important in friendship. We were asked to reduce these values until we got to our top 2 most important values that we look for in our friends. This was a fun and interesting exercise as we realized that we all seemed to share similar values. The day was very useful, sometimes challenging and it helped us to consider the different ways in which we can grow as individuals and as a year level.
- Sofia Pomeroy and Grace Kim (Middle School Leaders)

"Creativity is inventing, experimenting, growing, taking risks, breaking rules, making mistakes, and having fun." - Mary Lou Cook

In the Junior school, innovation continues to flourish within the Spark Program and through the integration of design thinking processes into the curriculum. Students are encouraged to explore, experiment, and think critically as they engage in hands-on activities and collaborative projects. Similarly, in the senior school, the momentum of innovation is sustained through the Middle School SOUL subjects—Think, Connect, Challenge, and Innovate, Empower-Lead, as well as through dedicated efforts in Art and Digital technology. At Year 9 the Envision program further offers the development of innovation in student learning. Through these avenues, students enhance their design thinking skills and apply creativity and problem-solving strategies to real-world scenarios, thereby nurturing their innovative spirit and preparing them for the challenges of tomorrow.

One of the cornerstones of innovation in girls' education is the integration of robotics, coding, and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics into the curriculum. By introducing coding from an early age at Strathcona, our girls develop computational thinking skills, logical reasoning, and problem-solving abilities. Moreover, STEAM week which will occur in Term 2, is an immersive, hands-on experience that combines various disciplines through project-based learning, and integration of technology which inspires creativity, innovation, and collaboration amongst students.

"Artificial intelligence will shape our future more powerfully than any other innovation this century." - Fei-Fei Li

Another frontier of innovation at Strathcona is the incorporation of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies into teaching and learning. AI-powered tools and platforms are being used by both staff and students to enhance research, summarising and personalise learning. The use of AI in classrooms also supports students in receiving instant feedback on their work. In the senior years, the discussion around ethics and AI technology continues to be discussed.

As a school, we are further developing our commitment to innovation through the establishment of The Strathcona Innovation Collective (S.I.C). This institute comprises of staff across the school to explore new ideas, further develop technology in the curriculum, create connections with external partnerships and offer new opportunities for our girls to develop their areas of interest in innovation. The S.I.C has begun to develop further offerings in co-curricular through a coding club, robotics and enhancing Esports in the school.

The SIC will also form sub-committees with students to develop their priorities in areas of interest they possess in innovation. The mission of the Strathcona Innovation Collective is to continue to foster our student’s culture of curiosity, resilience, and teamwork, empowering girls to become lifelong learners and innovators.

Innovation in teaching and learning continues to transform our girls' education, empowering young women to thrive in a rapidly changing world. By establishing initiatives such as the Strathcona Innovation Collective, integrating further opportunities with robotics, coding, and STEAM education, and leveraging AI technologies our students will be the next generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and leaders.

Kara Baxter
Dean of Teaching and Learning

Our outdoor play spaces have been thoughtfully designed to challenge the senses and inspire curiosity, creativity and independence.

Children will be encouraged to challenge their coordination and balance by stepping over boulders, balancing on logs, jumping on stepping stones and scaling the magnificent climbing pyramids. These movement and play challenges may also improve concentration and attention by stimulating and igniting cognitive processes.

We can not wait to welcome the children into this unique outdoor learning and play space where they will be inspired to experiment, problem-solve and use their imagination.

See the exciting progress here:

Lisa Miller
Head of Junior School

The enthusiastic response to our TC leadership positions underscores the vitality of our community. With over 60 students vying for roles, it's clear that our young leaders are eager to make a positive impact during their year at Tay Creggan! In our next edition, we'll introduce you to our Year 9 leaders… stay tuned!

One of our goals this year at TC is to ensure that our doors are open to all students at Strathcona. A recent highlight was the visit from our Year 12 Leaders, Belle, Amy, and Sophie, to our Year 9 cohort. Here's their reflection on the experience:

"Last Wednesday, we had the pleasure of connecting with the Year 9 Cohort at the beautiful Tay Creggan Campus. During our time together, we shared our leadership experiences, fond memories, and advice, emphasising the unique and unparalleled opportunities that TC offers. In celebration of Valentine's Day, we facilitated an activity highlighting the power of connections through heartfelt notes of love and appreciation. Penned by their peers, these notes allowed students to express gratitude for the friendships and connections within their year group. By inscribing these affirmations on each other's backs, they symbolised their commitment to supporting one another throughout the year. We cherished the opportunity to deepen our connection with the girls and look forward to more shared experiences in the future."

As the weather warms, our school grounds transform into vibrant hubs of interaction. Whether it is students lounging on picnic blankets during lunch, embarking on canoeing adventures on the Yarra River, or sharing a special sushi lunch with all our new students, these moments weave the fabric of our Tay Creggan community, fostering an environment where every young person can thrive... and be unstoppable!

Scheduled for March 1st, 2024, the Global Day of Unplugging encourages people worldwide to set aside their devices for up to 24 hours. It's a chance to break free from the grip of technology, reconnect with the present moment, and embrace the world around us.

The Global Day of Unplugging serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of mindful technology use. In a world where screens often dictate our daily routines, taking a day to unplug allows us to reassess our relationship with technology and establish healthier habits moving forward.

Whether it's spending quality time with family and friends, immersing ourselves in nature, or pursuing hobbies we've neglected, the day offers endless opportunities.

The benefits of unplugging extend far beyond the temporary relief from digital overwhelm. Research has shown that reducing screen time can lead to improved mental health, better sleep quality, and increased productivity. By disconnecting, we create space for creativity to flourish and for meaningful connections to be nurtured.

We encourage you to sign up for these events by clicking the link below. We will also send you reminders before each webinar.

A summary of the webinars are listed below 

- Protecting Children Online | 6 March 2024  Kristi McVee (Child Abuse Prevention & Education) & Trent Ray (Cyber Safety Project) 
- The Se*ual World of the 21st Century Adolescent | 30 April 2024  Daniel Principe (Collective Shout) & Sam Macaulay (Cyber Safety Project) 
- Talk to Me First: Exposure to Explicit Content | 1 May 2024  Justine Keily-Scott (Sex Education Australia) & Sam Macaulay (Cyber Safety Project) 
- Game Aware – Healthy Gaming | 30 July 2024  Andrew Kinch (Game Aware) & Sam Macaulay (Cyber Safety Project)
- Building Digital Resilience | 3 September 2024  Ash Manuel (Growing with Gratitude) & Trent Ray (Cyber Safety Project) 
- My First Mobile Device | 22 October 2024  Luca Gennai (Cyber Safety Project) & Trent Ray (Cyber Safety Project) 

Where
Live online via Zoom with on-demand rewatch (available within 24 hours of live webinar).  All live webinars begin at 7:30pm (AEDT/AEST) and run for approximately 45 minutes. 

How
Parents/Guardians need to register for each webinar by clicking on the “Register Now” button on the registration page (https://cybersafetyproject.com.au/parents/). Once registered reminders will be sent to ensure you don’t miss the live webinar. Re-watch on-demand will be available by revisiting the registration page and clicking on the ‘Watch Now” button available after the webinar has concluded (within 24 hours).

The prize? A shiny new Nintendo Switch, presented at assembly. It's a fantastic achievement and really shows the amazing talent we've got in our school when it comes to tech and coding.

Looking ahead, this year is shaping up to be an exciting one for technology and innovation. We have many competitions and tech-related activities on the horizon, and if Lizzy's win tells us anything, it's that getting involved is worth it.

So, keep your eyes peeled on your news notifications. There are plenty of opportunities coming up to show off your skills, learn cool new stuff, and maybe even snag some prizes. Let's make this year one to remember for innovation at our school. Dive in, give it a go, and let's see what awesome things we can achieve together!

Tim Clarke
Teacher

At Strathcona science students have access to a variety of tools that enable them to explore complex scientific concepts in a hands-on manner, enhancing their understanding and retention of key principles and promotes their use of scientific literacy.

Furthermore, innovation in the science classroom encourages collaborative learning and fosters a culture of experimentation and exploration. Students have the opportunity to work together on projects and experiments which promotes teamwork and communication skills.

Our Year 7-10 students are exposed to a range of equipment and materials that foster innovative thinking such as access to VR headsets in Year 9 to explore space topics, virtual dissections, and perceptual anomalies such as colour blindness. The Year 8 students undergo testing on model home kits to that utilise different materials to determine the best practice for sustainable housing. The Year 7 students participate in an interactive native species incursion to learn about the impact of human intervention on our native ecosystems.

In the VCE Sciences – Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Psychology students are complete a student-directed research investigation task which provides them with the freedom to explore their own interests and ideas can spark creativity and passion for science, leading to deeper engagement and a lifelong love of learning.

Andrew Scott
Head of Science

Encouraging girls to embark on journeys in science isn't just about filling seats in classrooms or labs; it's about unlocking the boundless potential that lies within each of us. It's about igniting sparks of curiosity and passion that can illuminate the path toward groundbreaking discoveries and transformative innovations.

When statistics like how 65% of children entering primary school today will have jobs that do not yet exist pop up, it’s easy to worry for the future, because how do you prepare for something that doesn’t even exist yet? Thankfully, Strathcona has displayed a long-lasting dedication to encouraging girls to be involved in Science and fostering an innate sense of curiosity and interest in STEM. From STEM Club for Year 7s and 8s, where students are taught just some of the endless practical applications of science, such as making their own cosmetics, to a school-wide celebration of STEM during Science Week, to countless news articles on our admirable alumnae in STEM, ‘girls and women in STEM’ isn’t just a token term to throw around when we want, but rather, at Strathcona, it’s the driving force behind progress and innovation.

At Strathcona, we recognise the International Day of Women and Girls in Science isn’t a mere celebration; it’s a declaration of belief in the power of every girl to change the world through science. This day is a reminder that the sky isn't the limit—the universe is, and we all know that that’s expanding too!

So on this International Day of Women and Girls in Science - February 11, let’s salute the women and girls who are leading innovation and progress, and celebrate at Strathcona that science is not just a term, it’s a lifelong interest.

Science is about understanding the why. Learning about the world and how things have become and continue to be. - Annabelle B, Year 12 Biology, Chemistry and Physics student

Science is one of my passions, and the content is engaging. I want to study Science at university and enter a related field afterwards too! - Indi S, Year 12 Physics, Chemistry and Psychology student

Stephanie Tang
STEM Leader

In a fusion of tradition and innovation, Strathcona’s Lunar New Year Assembly became a canvas for showcasing the school's diverse talents. Led by Overseas Student Leader Celia Chen and the overseas cohort, the assembly was not only a celebration of the Lunar New Year but also a testament to the inclusive spirit that defines our school.

From the mesmerising Guzheng music to the dance performances and a band ensemble, the assembly was a clear demonstration of the array of talents within our school. Year 12 students added a touch of modern flair with an energetic popular dance, bringing a contemporary twist to the traditional festivities. The inclusivity of the assembly was a highlight, promoting a sense of unity and joy among both students and staff.

As the week unfolded, the celebrations continued with a captivating dragon & lion performance by the Hung Hing Association. From the Early Learning Centre to Year 12, parents, and alumni, the Strathcona community gathered to partake in this special occasion. The fusion of traditional and modern elements showcased the school's commitment to embracing innovation while honouring cultural heritage.

This week, under Celia's leadership, Strathy students not only celebrated the Lunar New Year but also emphasised the significance of cultural diversity and unity within our school. It was a week where innovation met tradition, leaving an enduring impact on Strathcona’s community.

Hannah Peace
Head of International 

It empowers individuals to contribute to the greater good, creating a sense of shared responsibility and unity. Through community involvement, parents not only enhance the quality of life for our students and staff but also cultivate a vibrant, supportive environment where everyone plays a part in shaping a bright future for the School.

There are many ways to be involved including joining one of Strathcona’s Friends Of groups who offer support to specific school activities relating to their daughter’s interests. These groups provide opportunities for connection and friendship amongst parents of students, who are involved in the same cocurricular activity.

Our Friends of groups include: Kayaking, Performing Arts, Rhythmic Gym, Rowing and Snowsports. Please do not hesitate to contact me for further information about these groups – jwilson@strathcona.vic.edu.au.

Jo Wilson
Director of School & Community Relations

Some of Andrew’s key messages to parents were about science innovations around biohacking learning, neuroplasticity and the opportunities that will present when we know what our daughter’s strengths are and build on these. Working collaboratively, parents, teachers and students are more likely to achieve the best outcomes when these individual strengths are known.

Parents were encouraged to use the acronym CPR, before responding to behaviour. CPR represents the ideas to connect, protect and respect. In order to connect and aid our understanding of behaviour, Andrew encouraged us to ask, “What was that about?” rather than ask “Why did you do that?” Andrew suggested that parents could “be the antidote to negativity” by noting that less favourable behaviours are out of character for the young person and trying to understand what might be going on for them. Belonging and acceptance regardless of behaviour or performance is crucial. The message is “You’ll always be part of this family and your contribution is valued”.

Andrew suggested motivation can be built by developing willpower through perseverance and sticking with tough endeavours. This can be further developed by experiencing challenges, problem-solving, doing quizzes and puzzles and rhythmic movement. The rewards come after the effort, and these are life skills that benefit learning.

Serotonin assists with mood and sleep and is built by feedback, rewards, acknowledgement, mastery and self-efficacy. Andrew said 80% of Serotonin is produced in our gut so it is important to eat well. Andrew’s website https://andrewfuller.com.au/free-resources/#parents offers further information.

Andrew talked about the fact that there are 300 trillion connections between our brain cells, and we can use these to become more successful in our learning. Part of this involves becoming more aware of our learning strengths so we can capitalise and build on them. Success involves working out what you are good at and doing more of it. Andrew encouraged parents to visit his website for more information https://www.mylearningstrengths.com/

It was lovely to see so many parents from Junior and Senior School attend. We look forward to seeing you at our next parent seminar ‘The Parenting Revolution’ with Dr Justin Coulson next Term. You can book your spot here.

Kerri Rhodes
Senior School Psychologist

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Xin Chen
Head of Careers and Pathways

This will be a great opportunity to meet other families in your year level and your daughter's House.

The SFA will also be hosting a sausage sizzle.BYO your picnic basket and blanket for a fun evening.

All family members are most welcome! RSVP here

The cost per student will be $25.

The disco will be supervised by Junior School staff.

To book please click here. For catering purposes please indicate which pizza and drink your daughter would like from the list provided.

We are sure the girls will have a great evening!

$30 per person for finger food and drinks at bar prices.This is always a fun evening and a great opportunity, particularly for new parents, to relax and meet other dads and have a few laughs.

RSVP here

We hope to see you soon!

A great casual opportunity to get together and they encourage new parents to join them.

A private room and bar has been booked for your enjoyment.

$30 per person for finger food and a glass of bubbles with drinks then at bar prices.

RSVP here

We hope to see you!

Join Dr Justin for a practical presentation that draws on content from his new book, The Parenting Revolution, and incorporates up-to-the-minute research in parenting science and studies of childhood development. Dr Justin Coulson will show you:

- how our children thrive when we understand and meet their basic psychological needs;
- how our job is not to fix our kids, but to create an environment that supports their growth and development; and
- how children flourish when we minimise control, but maximise our warmth and involvement, and establish healthy boundaries.

Not all children are the same, and Justin considers a range of circumstances that you or your child might be in - including children with non-typical development.

Register your attendance to this session here

Kerri Rhodes
Senior School Psychologist