Last week, our Senior School and Preparatory School student athletes delivered an outstanding performance at the JPSSA and PSA Athletics Carnivals, finishing second overall in the JPSSA and fourth overall in the PSA competition. Congratulations to Year 8 student, Will Gibson, who broke two PSA records in the Under 14 division, setting new benchmarks in the High Jump (1.85m) and Triple Jump (12.43m). Throughout the events, our students competed with sportsmanship and integrity, representing the School with pride. Congratulations to all competitors, coaches and supporters on a fantastic couple of days of competition.
On Tuesday, our Preparatory School music ensembles took to the stage for the Spring Music Concert. This annual event always fills the Chapel with energy, and it was wonderful to hear our students deliver strong performances across the Preparatory School year groups. The celebrations continued on Wednesday with the Year 6 Market Day. As part of a term-long enterprise project, students worked collaboratively to design, develop and market their own products, taking them from initial concept through to production and sale. All proceeds from the event went towards scholarships for students who wish to join the School but may not have the financial means to do so. It was a fantastic example of students supporting fellow students and making a positive difference in the lives of others. Tomorrow, our Preparatory School students are taking part in the World’s Greatest Shave, having already raised over $22,000 for this important cause. Service and generosity were also evident in the Senior School last week, with our Year 12 Prefects organising a special sausage sizzle fundraiser in support of landslide relief efforts in Nepal and The Next Chapter, an organisation that provides books to under-resourced communities in India and Indonesia.
This morning, we were delighted to officially induct our 2027 Senior School and House Prefects. This long-standing school tradition sees each incoming student leader sign our Book of Records, joining generations of student leaders who have shaped the School’s history and culture. The ceremony was followed by a morning tea attended by students and their families, providing an opportunity to celebrate this significant milestone. The newly appointed Prefects will now attend a two-day leadership camp, where they will explore different models of leadership, strengthen their skills and be inspired to make the most of the trust placed in them by their peers and staff. We look forward to seeing the positive impact they will have on our community in the coming year. Read more here
Our Year 12 students have commenced their Trial Examinations, and we wish them all the very best as they use these examinations as preparation for their finals next term.
Last Friday we watched our athletes push themselves to achieve at their very best at the PSA Athletics Carnival. After a strong finish in the relays, Christ Church moved from sixth to fourth place overall. Special mention to Will Gibson (Year 8), who set new PSA records in the Under 14 High Jump and Under 14 Triple Jump. Congratulations to all students and to the coaches, on your dedication and hard work throughout the season.
As one chapter closes another begins. This morning, we had our New Prefect Induction Service where we formally recognised our School, House and Residential Prefects for 2027 and heard our School Prefects make their ‘Commitment to Service’ for next year. We wish them all the best for a successful 2027. Read more here
The Year 12 students have been busy preparing for their Trial Exams that commenced yesterday and conclude at the end of term. Arrangements for the final weeks of Year 12 leading up to their Celebration Day event on Tuesday 20 October and the Valedictory Day on Thursday 22 October will be outlined in the coming weeks.
A reminder that while at times students do need to be away from school for significant reasons (e.g., bereavement in the family, illness, etc.), we do encourage all parents not to take their sons out of School during term time as this will undoubtedly disrupt the continuity of teaching, learning and assessment. In the case of a planned extended absence, we appreciate the advance notice through contact with your son’s Head of House. This will enable appropriate planning and clarity around missed assessments and classroom work.
Upcoming Senior School Events
Term 3 concludes – Friday 25 September, 12.45pm.
Start of Term 4 – Tuesday 13 October, 8.25am
Year 12 Celebration Day – Tuesday 20 October, 8.30am to 12.00pm
Year 12 Study Day – Wednesday 21 October
Year 12 Prize-giving and Award Assembly – Thursday 22 October, 8.30am to 9.30am
Year 12 Valedictory Service and Dinner – Thursday 22 October, 6.00pm to 10.30pm
Jamie Foster
Deputy Principal/Head of Senior School
An important facet of mathematical thinking is the application of skills learnt to problem solving scenarios. By providing boys with opportunities to apply their understanding through worded problems, boys begin to explore reasoning, apply a variety of strategies, and develop their conceptual understanding. Worded problems assist in developing real world connections and critical thinking as boys are required to decide what information is important and make mathematical choices instead of following a specific mathematical rule. We provide boys with worded problems in both the teaching and learning cycles as well as in assessments to develop well-rounded mathematicians.
Week 9 in the Preparatory School was busy, with the Spring Music Concert taking place in the Chapel on Tuesday night. It was a wonderful evening that highlighted all the demanding work our musical ensembles put into performing their pieces. From ukulele ensembles to the Yahoo’s, it was a great night that celebrated the boys’ musical talents.
Year 6 Market Day took place on Wednesday and showed how the Year 6 cohort embarked upon the journey of product research, design, manufacturing, and sale to our whole school community with proceeds raised going towards the School’s Scholarship Fund. This year saw Year 5 boys supporting the Year 6 project by analysing and creating advertising for the products on sale. Read more here.
The World’s Greatest Shave will be taking place tomorrow as the Karda fundraiser. 29 boys from Year 1 to Year 6 and a few staff will be shaving their heads for the Leukaemia Foundation. So far, we have raised over $22000. Boys will be able to get their hair coloured at recess on Friday for a $10 donation. We encourage all boys to participate in this worthy cause. To support our School’s fundraising efforts, donate here.
This Sunday we look forward to Year 5 families attending the Parents Association hosted Sundowner in the Refectory commencing at 5.30pm. The Director of Kooringal and Co-Ordinator of Outdoor Education Mr Lachlan Short will present to families about the upcoming Year 5 camps commencing in Term 4.
