Blue Week

In Week 8, our community once again came together to celebrate Blue Week, a significant initiative focused on improving men’s mental health and raising awareness about the importance of looking after ourselves and those around us. The week was organised and facilitated by our Year 12 Health and Wellbeing students, who showed leadership and creativity in planning a range of activities designed to get the College community talking about mental health, wellbeing, and social connection.

Throughout the week, students engaged in different activities that highlighted the importance of checking in with friends, maintaining healthy routines, and recognising when someone might need extra support. The week culminated with Blue Day on Friday, when staff and students wore an item of blue clothing in solidarity with the work of Beyond Blue. At recess, blue donuts were sold, with all proceeds donated directly to the organisation to continue their important work in supporting mental health services across Australia.

A central feature of the week was R U OK? Day, held on Thursday. This national initiative asks us to stop, take notice, and open conversations with those around us, particularly if they might be struggling. At school, students were encouraged to reach out to their peers, while families at home are reminded of the power of simply asking, “Are you okay?” and listening without judgment. These small conversations can make a big difference in someone’s life. For those seeking further resources, please visit:

• R U OK Day - https://www.ruok.org.au/
• Beyond Blue - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/

Blue Week provided an important reminder that our well-being is strengthened when we support one another, and it was inspiring to see our senior students take such an active role in shaping the culture of the College.

Year 7–11 Parent Teacher Interviews

Our most recent Parent Teacher Interviews saw us return to face-to-face conversations between parents, students, and teachers for Years 7–11. The feedback from both staff and families was overwhelmingly positive, with many noting how much they valued being able to sit down together and have meaningful discussions about learning and growth.

These interviews provided the opportunity for parents to hear directly about their son’s academic progress, classroom engagement, and overall wellbeing, while also giving teachers a valuable chance to better understand the perspectives and aspirations of families. Importantly, these conversations are not one-off check-ins but part of an ongoing dialogue that is central to student success.

We encourage families to continue these discussions at home, focusing not only on achievements but also on strategies for overcoming challenges and setting new goals. Together, parents and teachers play an essential role in ensuring that our boys are supported to reach their potential, and the strength of this partnership was clearly evident throughout the evening.

Year 12 Term 3 Holiday Seminars

For our Year 12 students, the countdown to the end of their schooling journey is now very real, with ONLY 13 DAYS of formal classes remaining before their final exams and assessments. These last weeks of Term 3 and the upcoming holiday break represent a pivotal period in their academic lives.

To provide the best possible preparation, we will once again be running a series of Term 3 Holiday Seminars. These sessions are carefully designed to give students a final opportunity to:

• Receive targeted feedback on their assessments
• Consolidate and extend their exam preparation strategies
• Revisit key content areas that require clarification
• Ask last-minute questions to strengthen their confidence

These seminars are not just an optional extra but a critical part of the journey toward the final exams. They allow students to make the most of the expertise of their teachers, to refine their study approaches, and to walk into their exams knowing they have done everything possible to succeed.

Attendance is strongly encouraged for all Year 12 students, as the seminars represent the last structured opportunity for feedback and guidance before the final term begins.

Holiday Seminar Timetable: