The Senior House has launched into Term 1 with energy and enthusiasm. The first weeks of the year are always busy, but it has been wonderful to see the sense of connection and positivity already building across our Senior areas.
Our Year 10 students are to be commended on the way they have settled into Senior School. Joining a senior pastoral class that brings together students from across year levels is a significant transition, and they have embraced the opportunity with maturity. Navigating new spaces, new classrooms and new routines can feel overwhelming, yet they have approached these changes with confidence and openness.
Year 11 students have commenced their VCE journey with focus and determination, stepping into greater independence and academic challenge. Meanwhile, our Year 12 students have taken their first strides into what is often described as a marathon year. They are setting the tone through their leadership, commitment and support of one another.
On Tuesday 17 February, our pastoral groups had the opportunity to take part in a shared lunch. It was wonderful to see so many pastorals organise generous spreads and connection-building activities. These shared lunches are incredibly important within our vertical homerooms, providing valuable opportunities for senior students to build strong connections with our new Year 10s as they navigate their transition into Senior School.
On Friday 20 February, all houses took part in the Annual Swimming Carnival. As House Coordinators, we were so pleased to see the enthusiasm shown throughout a very warm day. There was excellent participation across all events, and we were incredibly proud of those who competed, cheered and enjoyed the day together. The carnival was led by our creatively dressed Year 12 students and was once again a day of encouragement, celebration and fun. Thank you to all those involved, and congratulations to McAuley for winning the overall trophy in a close final result.
It has been a full and purposeful start to 2026, and there is a genuine sense of excitement and joy in the Senior House as we look ahead to the year of growth and opportunity before us.
Lara Tierney
Carmel House Coordinator
Matthew Sweeney
Mercy House Coordinator
Kathryn Williams
McAuley House Coordinator
Benjamin Hodges
Loreto House Coordinator
