Defensive Driving Course

Over the weekend, 32 Senior College students participated in a defensive driving course at the RACQ Driver Training Facility at Mt Cotton. The course focused on the unpredictable nature of the road and how to best avoid certain driving dangers and mistakes. It was a very interactive course with students driving a range of cars to experience the difference between how vehicles react under different circumstances.

Students were exposed to practical experiences such as stopping on wet surfaces, emergency braking, turning blind corners, slalom driving and emergency swerving. Prior to the day, students also received theory instruction online about tyre pressure, braking distances, mass verse speed factors and correct steering methods.

Overall, it was a great day for students and their attitude was exemplary. I thank the parents for their support of this day and congratulate all who attended. A big thank you also to Mr Ben Dutton and Mrs Wanda Hayes for giving up their Saturday to supervise the students.

Sleep Out for the Homeless

The College Captains, combined with the Spirituality and Service Pacific Action Group, have been working on an opportunity for Year 11 and 12 students to participate in a ‘Sleep Out for the Homeless’ event this year. We are currently after expressions of interest from students who would like to be a part of this evening, which will involve sleeping in a cardboard box in the College gym on Friday 18th September (last day of Term 3). More information will be provided over the next two weeks and we thank the Captains for their leadership of this initiative. All funds raised will go directly to charities involved in homelessness.

Senior Exams

As Term 3 is nearly over, most Senior College students are in the process of end of term assessment. We especially think of our Year 12 students who currently undertaking mock exams to assist in their preparation for external examinations next term. This is a great way for students to gain valuable feedback and also gain confidence on the overall experience. Year 11 students are also preparing for their exam block, which will occur early in Term 4.

With assessments and exam preparation it is easy for pressure to mount and for us to focus on negative thoughts or begin to doubt ourselves and our abilities. However, it is also important to look at the benefits of being stretched and challenged, as this is when significant growth (both academically and personally) occurs. It is often through these times that we learn the most. It also makes it a little easier, when you know that holidays are just around the corner!

Mr Mark Hauser, Head of Senior College Students