Year 9 Rite Journey Homecoming – ‘Taking it to the Limit’

On Monday evening, the Year 9 cohort came back together to celebrate their Homecoming for Rite Journey. Throughout the year, students faced challenges both inside and outside the classroom. Students reflected on how they had grown as young people, with the help of their parents and teacher guides. This evening was a symbol of the students returning as a whole group and the start of their journey into Senior College.

This was the inaugural year, where students took part in the Centurion Challenge. Students were challenged to earn 100 points in service of others, the environment and their family. A total of 17 students received a Centurion badge to acknowledge they had conquered the challenge, many receiving well over the 100 points required. Rebekah Pierce exceeded all expectations in earning 250 points. Well done to all students for taking on this challenge. 

The evening ended with students displaying their old time dancing skills. First with each other and then with their parents and other significant adults in their lives.

It is always a privilege as teachers to be able to take students on the Rite Journey. We acknowledge and thank Mrs Toni Fisher, Mr Duncan McNee and Dr Peter McMahon for guiding these students in 2016. Finally, thank you to Year 9 parents for their involvement and guidance throughout the year. We ask for God’s blessing and protection of these students as they progress to the Senior College next year.

Miss Michelle McMillan, Head of Christian Studies