Starting high school can be an exciting and overwhelming time for students. It marks a new chapter in their lives and presents opportunities for growth and development. To make the most of their time at school this year, here are a few tips:

1. Set goals: high school is a time to explore new interests and passions. Students should take the time to set personal and academic goals for themselves. At this time of year, students have started to receive feedback on their assessments; it’s a perfect time to reflect and set goals for Term 2.
2. Join clubs and extracurricular activities: high school offers a variety of activities and students should use these to meet new people and develop leadership and social skills. Why not grab a basketball at lunch and get up a game on the courts? I’ve been pleased to see Year 7s getting involved in Robotics club and joining the debate team! You might also be interested in AV club, Spectrum or Maths Club. If you have an idea for a club, let me know.
3. Get organised: high school can be demanding so make sure that you avoid procrastinating and use your time effectively to get on top of homework and other commitments. All students have now received their diary via their mentor classes so that they can keep track of homework, assessments, and important events.

I’d like to congratulate the Year 7s for their mature and responsible approach to NAPLAN this term. Although tests can be stressful, the students did a great job of navigating the online platform, working quietly, and finding their way to different classrooms as required. Coming up on the calendar we have our Parent Teacher meetings on the 5 April and we look forward to meeting with you to discuss your child’s progress so far this year.