Assistant Principal - Pastoral Care

Welcome back to Term 4 and I trust you had a chance to have some family time and rest over the spring break. In the last week of Term 3 we saw our 2025 Year 12 students graduate in a wonderful celebration of their time at the College. We wish them well during their exam period and remind them they have prepared as best as they could and to take care of themselves at this time.

It’s difficult to believe that we are nearly at the end of another year. It’s also a great opportunity to embrace what is ahead and finish the year strongly.

The following are some suggestions of how to help our young people have a positive start to the term:

• Establish a positive mindset: Encourage optimism by discussing new opportunities and help your child set clear, achievable goals for the term.
• Create structured routines: Gradually reintroduce consistent schedules, especially for sleep, to help the body clock adapt. Develop clear morning and evening routines to reduce stress.
• Set academic goals: Help students set SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals and break larger tasks into smaller, manageable steps.
• Prepare physically: Ensure all necessary items like uniforms, stationery, etc. Ensure that uniforms are in accordance with the College uniform policy, including jewellery, makeup and hairstyles. 
• Focus on wellbeing: Encourage healthy habits like nutritious meals, exercise, rest and managing stress. A good diet, in particular, improves energy levels, mood, and concentration. 

It is also very important that all communication lines are kept open in an attempt to allow our students to have the very best Term 4 experience.