Last week we held the Year 6 Leadership Workshop where we explored with the students what it means to be a leader in the context of a school, using the theme of service and the gospel text of the Good Samaritan. They participated thoughtfully in the activities and recognised throughout the day that their thinking had changed about the qualities a good leader should have. One of the most special parts of the day involved the students recognising the unique gifts of their peers and recording their thoughts on a sheet dedicated to that person. The comments were heart-felt and genuine and when each student later read their own sheet, the joy was very evident. Throughout the day, the Year 6 students were supported by a number of Year 12 students who shared with them their own thoughts about leadership as well as organising some lunchtime activities. I would like to thank the Year 6 and Year 12 students, Miss Thompson and Mrs Mahoney for their contributions to this day.

In recent weeks, a number of students have been elected to represent their peers on two committees – the Student Council and Mini Vinnies.  Congratulations to the following students:

Student Council

Vayda Heads, Tom Petrie, Charlotte Zanatta, India St John, Ellis Lahey and Jessica Pradella

Mini Vinnies

Eden Shatte (President), Nicholas Gasparin (Vice President)
Lillian Kendall (Secretary), Erin O'Dea (Assistant Secretary)
Harry Wren (Treasurer), Magnolia Mills (Assistant Treasurer)
Aryanna Davie, Addison McCosker, Stella Rabic, Maddison Wilson (all Year 6)
Faith Lancaster, Ned Torrens, Natalie Gasparin, Tom Telfer, Vayda Heads, Tom Petrie, Alexis Vedelago, Cael Armstrong, Emily Robinson (all Year 5)

Finally, congratulations to the students who participated in the Australian Busking Championships in town during on Saturday.  It was wonderful to see so many involved and to watch such an enthusiastic performance.  Thank you to Mrs McLucas and Mrs Barker who prepared the students for the day. Our focus now moves to the Grand Parade for Apple and Grape on Saturday and we look forward to lots of support from families and friends on the day.

Sarah Yates
Assistant to the Principal Primary