Teaching and Learning – T4 W2 2024
Collaboration in the Classroom When I think back to my own school days, I can remember the excitement of hearing that we would get to work with a partner or a small group during class time. Everything was always so much more fun when you got to work with a friend! Eyes would begin to […]
Junior School – T4 W2 2024
From New Faces to Farewells Welcome to Term 4. It is hard to believe we are in the final term of 2024 – but we are. At this time of the year, I am busy meeting with families as they bring their children for enrolment interviews. I love seeing the mixture of excitement and nervousness […]
Senior School – T4 W2 2024
As parents and carers, it’s beneficial to stay informed about both the challenges and opportunities that our teens face, from habits that hinder growth to exciting experiences that expand their horizons. In this edition, we’ll explore the common pitfalls of “highly ineffective teens” and how to help them cultivate better habits. You’ll also find updates […]
Principal – T4 W2 2024
Embracing Challenges, Inspiring Change: Courage in Action Welcome back to college for Term 4. As we move through this term, I am reminded of the strength that lies in our College’s core value of Courage and our annual theme Embracing Challenges, Inspiring Change. These guiding principles serve not only as ideals but as daily invitations […]
Music – T4 W2 2024
Your Invitation to a Musical Evening Upcoming Stage 5 Music Evening This Monday night (28/10/24) Stage 5 Music students are performing at the Stage 5 Music Evening. The Year 9/10 students will perform a diverse collection of genres including rock, funk, jazz, big band, and ballad. Vaageesh will play Black Magic famously performed by Jerry […]
Health and Wellbeing – T3 W10 2024
The Myths Surrounding the Cause of Eating Disorders In this newsletter, we continue working through our ‘Healthy Body Series’ with the focus on eating disorders. We hope the article and links below through SchoolTV will continue to equip and educate you as parents so you can help support your children in the best possible way. […]
Senior School – T3 W10 2024
Finishing Well As our Year 12 students approach the final stretch of their time at Oran Park Anglican College, the phrase “finish well” has become something of a catch cry by their teachers and often met with eye-rolling by the students. But to their credit, Year 12 has truly risen to the occasion, determined to […]
Junior School – T3 W10 2024
A Glimpse into the Future We are at the end of a very busy Term 3. Looking back over the term, there have been so many different things that our students have been involved in – camps, open classrooms, performing arts concerts, Book week to name a few. It has been such a joy to […]
Teaching and Learning – T3 W10 2024
Craftsmanship: A term of dedication to skill This term at the College, we’ve embraced the theme of craftsmanship, witnessing an inspiring array of projects and efforts across our classrooms. Craftsmanship, in its essence, is about dedication, patience, and attention to detail—qualities we’ve seen our students embody in their learning. In our art rooms, students have […]
Principal – T3 W10 2024
Farewell Year 12 As we approach the end of another successful school term, it is with mixed emotions that we bid farewell to our Year 12 students, the graduating Class of 2024. This week marks the end of their formal education at Oran Park Anglican College, a significant milestone not just for the students, but […]
