Our Year 11 students have had a busy start to the new school year. On the second day of school, all Year 11 students packed their bags and headed to Camp Wombaroo for the Year 11 Conference.

This conference is aimed at assisting the students settle into their lives as senior students within the St John Paul II College community. On the first day, a company called Burn Bright led the students through a range of team-building, leadership, and reflection activities. All students had an opportunity to meet new students and join together as a group that will support each other over the next two years of their education.

Dr Craig Wattam ensured he attended the first day of the conference and took the time to meet our Year 11s and let them know they are supported and cared for. We also welcomed our new Leader of Learning and Wellbeing, Mission and Ministry, Mr Matthew Bourke. Mr Bourke teamed with Miss Fowley to support our students in prayer, reflection and faith formation.

Students also participated in outdoor adventure activities such as rope swing, raft building, team initiative and vertical challenge (high ropes). It was wonderful to see our students challenging themselves and working together.

All staff were extremely proud of the students and how they positively engaged in the Conference. The Year 11 students have now started classes and many have already started their first assignments. Staff have commented that the Year 11s are settled and focused. We have had a range of students nominate to become Year 11 House Captains, which is just wonderful.

Well done to all our Year 11 students and thank you for the hard work and courage you demonstrated at the conference and we wish you all the best in your journey as senior students at our College.

In week 3, the Year 11 students will attend a Mini-Conference at St John Paul II College which will focus on the ACT BSSS, career pathways, volunteering and time management.

Ms Candy
Leader of Learning and Wellbeing
Ferré House and Y11/12 wellbeing