Published on: 16 November 2023

  • Remembrance Day Service
  • Experts in Residence 
  • Orientation Day

Last Friday a Remembrance Day service was held in the Chapel forecourt to acknowledge the service personnel who died while serving, whether in wars, conflicts or peacekeeping operations. It was a very special service, with students coming together and reflecting on how lucky we are in Australia and in particular Perth.

On Monday and Tuesday we were joined by Andrew Lorimer-Derham, our Mathematician in Residence in the Preparatory School. Andrew is a passionate educator and inventor who creates unique ways to spread the love of mathematics. He has developed a range of mathematical games and approaches and Think Square, a site to support learning. Andrew worked with staff and ran a parent workshop which was well attended.

Experts in Residence or XIR, are a powerful resource. They come with a wealth of experience in their chosen field and engage directly with students, parents and staff. Whether it is an informal conversation, a more involved discussion, a hands-on experience or an involved presentation, they are available to share their experience. They are usually familiar with the latest research and innovations and freely share their learnings so that others may benefit.

In the past decade we have welcomed to the campus XIR in the fields of painting and the Arts, philosophy, and developing a healthy approach towards high performance. In 2024 we will be welcoming an expert in Leadership and Organisational Behaviour. I look forward to sharing more details on this exciting initiative as it evolves.

Tomorrow we are welcoming all students and families new to the School in 2024 onto campus. While the Senior School students are discovering which House they are in and meeting future friends, our Preparatory boys will be moving straight into their classrooms for 2024, meeting teachers and new playmates. Parents of Senior School students will have time in the Chapel followed by morning tea and access to members of the Parents’ Association and the Directors of Music, Sport, ICT, Drama and Communication and Engagement. A busy and rewarding day for all.

Alan Jones
Principal