Principal’s Log

This week we held the last of the Subject Expos for Years 9, 10, and 11 2023. The new format provided the opportunity for parents and students to interact with Heads of Departments and senior teachers to learn more about the subjects they were considering. Parents commented on the range and rich nature of learning that enables our Year 9-12 students to gain insights into themselves and the world as they grow their capabilities. There was a great vibe across all three nights as parents and students made the most of connecting with teachers and each other. We thank our Heads of Department and our senior teachers for their generosity of time and for their ongoing commitment to developing units of learning that provide authentic and engaging ways for students to deepen their understandings and capabilities. Thank you to our parents and students for making the most of these opportunities and to the Head of Learning Middle College, Mrs Jo Belchamber, Head of Learning Senior College, Ms Anne-Marie Gerlach and to Head of Career Development, Mrs Wanda Hayes.

Many of our music students have been enjoying the opportunity to compete in the Sunshine Coast Junior Eisteddfods.  We wish them and our Head of Instrumental Music, Mrs Helen Williams all the best as they continue to showcase their skills over the weekend and look forward to sharing their successes next week.

On Wednesday, our Prep students celebrated 100 days of wonderful learning at Pacific. The students and teachers celebrated by dressing as if they were one hundred years old and participated in some themed class activities. It was a fun day enjoyed by all. We congratulate our Prep teachers and students on this great milestone.

This week students from Years 7-12 competed in the Queensland Northern Region Indoor Netball Secondary Schools Tournament at Caboolture. Our three teams competed courageously across the two-day event with all teams reaching the grand final game within their division. Two of our competing teams, the Year 9/10 and Year 11/12 teams, travelled home with Championship trophies. Congratulations to all students and coaches, Michelle Dufty, Mel Pietrala, Jayde Noble and Caity O Keefe, for an extremely successful netball season. 

Also, this week, the Year 8-12 2023 musical Pippin was launched by Mrs Janine Delaney. Students have been invited to register for auditions via NAV. The cast and crew of Dracula celebrated their performance at their post-production screening. Appreciation was expressed by the students to all those who had helped in the staging of the Dracula production, certificates were presented, and they enjoyed the opportunity to watch the premiere of the video of their performance together. We look forward to next year’s Senior production.

May God give us the courage, humility and insight to give our best as we grow our gifts to make a difference.

Dr Bronwyn Dolling, Principal