As we approach the holidays it is important for students to think about how best to rest up and recover from the busy term. Sitting in front of a screen playing games or watching videos for hours on end is not a good way to relax our brains. Dr...
At a recent assembly, I thanked the students for the positive manner in which they have been wearing their uniforms. As we are now into Week 8 it is worth reminding the general Pacific community of the importance of personal pride and uniform. Key...
This week at the Middle College assembly, Will Block, Jack Carmichael and Holly Williams reported on their experiences at the recent Year 7 camp. Following is what they shared: “Wednesday morning was the most exiting day of the whole school year as...
Pacific is developing a strong tradition of student leadership. The 2017 Year 9 leaders will experience leadership training, skill development as well as opportunities to experience positions of responsibility. Our model is one of servant leadership...
Students returned on Monday with smiling faces and lots of stories to share. We thank them for the positive way that they have settled into the new academic year. Early this term in their Pastoral Care Groups, students will be discussing the...
On Tuesday this week, the Year 6 students and staff worked with the Sunshine Coast Council to plant 300 trees in the Kawana Forest area. The positive way students engaged in the task and their genuine concern for the environment was really...
As this is my last newsletter article of the year, I would like to thank the Pastoral Care team of Miss Kim Stone, Pastor Tim Jarick, Mr David Druery, Mrs Melissa Evans, Mrs Leigh Drogemuller and Dr Peter McMahon for all their hard work this year...
Last week at the Middle College Assembly, some Year 6 students presented a wonderful description of their visit to Canberra. When the Year 6 students were told the places we would be visiting in Canberra, I thought the Royal Australian Mint would be...
Middle/Senior College parents are asked to please check their child’s uniform, particularly formal hats as a number of clearly named formal hats have been misplaced. We fully understand how easy it is for students to pick up someone else’s hat by...
This term, as part of our focus on PERMA, we are looking at Accomplishments. The connection between accomplishment and flourishing is very clear when we consider how an experience of achievement can empower our sense of self. In other words,...