Junior School – T3 W6 2024
Unveiling Learning with Open Classrooms As I have been in Primary classrooms this week, I have been interested to see how different students approach their learning activities. Some are hesitant to try. Some start well, but give up when things are challenging. Others persevere to the end, asking for help along the way as they […]
Principal – T3 W6 2024
Disconnect to Better Connect with Others This week, new legislation came into effect granting employees the ‘right to disconnect.’ This initiative is a significant step forward in promoting a healthier work-life balance, a priority we wholeheartedly support at our College. We are deeply committed to the well-being of our staff, who pour their hearts into […]
Teaching and Learning – T3 W6 2024
HSC Major Works: A Showcase of Talent and Dedication Each year, the Higher School Certificate (HSC) provides students with the opportunity to engage deeply in subjects that spark their passion. One of the highlights of this journey is the creation of HSC Major Works. These projects offer a chance for students to channel their creativity, […]
Health and Wellbeing – T3 W6 2024
Understanding Body Image: One Size Doesn’t Fit All We continue our focus this term moving through the health series for families as published in SchoolTV. In the last Junior School newsletter article, the focus was on sleep and it was encouraging to see that so many of our families accessed the link to seek further […]
Health and Wellbeing – T3 W4 2024
How Independent Should Your Teenager Be? Adolescence is a significant developmental stage marking the transition from childhood to adulthood. It is characterised by an emerging sense of self-identity, exploration of personal interests, beliefs, values and goals, increased independence, and autonomy beyond the family. Growing responsibility, increased engagement in risk behaviours, amplified significance of peers, and […]
Teaching and Learning – T3 W4 2024
Empowering Parents to Support Numeracy Learning at Home Craftsmanship in the Classroom This term, we are excited to focus on the value of Craftsmanship with our junior school students. Craftsmanship involves taking pride in one’s work and striving for excellence. Our students are learning about the importance of revising, activating prior knowledge, imagining and precision […]
Duke of Ed Spotlight – T3 W4 2024
Harnessing New Skills: A Duke of Ed Campsite Adventure Last newsletter we were extremely lucky to hear about two of our Gold Award participants who completed their Residential projects in the Term 2 holidays. We heard from Year 11 student Tali about her experience at Teen Ranch, and this week we will be hearing about […]
Senior School – T3 W4 2024
Who Else Might Be Shaping Your Children’s Values? Influencers As our children grow, they’re constantly making choices that shape who they are and who they’ll become. We want those choices to be guided by a strong moral compass, rooted in the teachings of Christ. By encouraging our kids to engage with biblical values, we can […]
Junior School – T3 W4 2024
Bullying No Way Week: Essential Online Safety Tips for Your Family This week in Junior School, as part of the Bullying No Way: National week of action we have been talking to our students in years 3 – 6 about cyberbullying. This can be a complex area to navigate with students – both at College and […]
Principal – T3 W4 2024
Meet the New Staff Joining Us to Strengthen Our Ministry Purpose At Oran Park Anglican College, we are committed to providing students with an authentic experience of the Christian faith, which is the foundation of all we do. We have recently developed a Ministry Plan and I am excited to share with you the key […]
