YEAR 8 NEWS
It brings me immense joy to resume my role as the Year Coordinator for Year 8 in 2024. The year has commenced on a highly positive note, with students displaying enthusiastic attitudes and a genuine readiness to embrace the learning journey ahead. As we navigate the beginning of the school year, I encourage our students to embody the spirit of our year group motto, 'Let your light shine.'
GOAL SETTING
Our Year 8 students have actively explored the diverse extracurricular opportunities available at St John’s, providing them with valuable avenues to excel and contribute to the collective success of their peers. In our PALS (Pastoral and Learning Support) sessions, we have dedicated time to goal setting for Semester 1, empowering students to identify areas for improvement in their learning journeys. These sessions also serve as a platform for students to forge positive connections with each other and their PALS teachers, fostering a supportive and inclusive school environment.
Our Year 8 students have actively explored the diverse extracurricular opportunities available at St John’s, providing them with valuable avenues to excel and contribute to the collective success of their peers. In our PALS (Pastoral and Learning Support) sessions, we have dedicated time to goal setting for Semester 1, empowering students to identify areas for improvement in their learning journeys. These sessions also serve as a platform for students to forge positive connections with each other and their PALS teachers, fostering a supportive and inclusive school environment.
STUDENTS BEING ORGANISED AND PREPARED
To make each school day a breeze, we're encouraging our students to get into the habit of packing their bags every night. This includes laptops charged, student diary, hats in bags and all the books and gear needed for the next day sorted. Your support at home is key, so if you can chat with your child about making this a nightly routine, that would be amazing. Maybe even find a spot at home where they can keep everything organised and in check.
Students should have already identified, in collaboration with their PDHPE teachers, the designated days for sports and normal uniform attire. I encourage students to display this information somewhere visible at home for easy reference.
SPORTS CARNIVALS
In Terms 1 & 2, Year 8 will actively participate in all three sports carnivals (Swimming, Cross Country and Athletics). It is imperative that parents/carers provide consent for these events through Compass, as the deadlines are now due. Your support in this matter is highly appreciated.
UPCOMING DATES
Let us collectively make this academic year a one of success and personal growth for our Year 8 students. Thank you for your ongoing cooperation and involvement in our shared educational journey.
'Let your light shine'
Mrs Kate Jennings
Year 8 Coordinator