Term Two has been one of the most significant for Year 10 since they arrived at San Clemente Catholic College back in January 2022. Early in the term they attended Point Wolstoncroft for our Year 10 Getaway. We came together as a cohort to reflect on our journey together so far, which was especially poignant since we were last at “Pt Wolly” for the Year 7 camp. Students loved the opportunity to be active by paddleboarding, kayaking, biking and fishing. They were also granted plenty of time to “soak” with their friendship groups and deepen their social connections.

In 2022, at the Year 7 Camp, I had all students write a “Letter to Myself”, outlining the type of person they aspire to be in Year 10. One of the most rewarding moments I’ve had as a teacher was to present students with their letter at our Getaway. This moment of reflection was important at a time when students were being asked to curate their senior learning pathway. I’ll certainly cherish the two days that I was able to spend with our young people, and I look forward to walking beside them over the next two-and-a-half years, wherever they may be.

Since returning from our Getaway, students have chosen their Year 11 subjects, immersed themselves in the assessment period and are now receiving feedback on their work in Semester One. Whilst many should and will be proud of their achievements, some may find that their Semester One Report is not what they had hoped for. Next term we will work together to:

• Reflect on our results, understand their context and keep things in perspective
• Identify good academic behaviours, and work out how to incorporate them into a routine
• Plan how we will approach our next exam period in Semester Two

It will be important for Year 10 to continue leading the way to the end of Term 2, so I will be focusing on students ensuring they are doing the little things right. Thank you for your continued support of our young adults!

Michael Quinn Year 10 Leader of Wellbeing & Engagement