Principal's Letter
Dear Parents, Students and Friends
Staff prayer this week focused on the theme of Adversity. A very appropriate theme during these difficult times. What spoke to me in particular, was this little graphic. How true it is that our experiences, good or bad, all contribute to forming the people we are. Wisdom can’t be achieved in any other way than through our experiences. Looking at the positives, this pandemic is teaching our children a lot about being resilient, having gratitude, the value of community, empathy, perseverance, and the fragility of humanity. We’re all in this together and I’m proud to say that our Carroll team have been extraordinary in their care and support of our families. I thank you for thanking them! Your emails of support and encouragement have been truly appreciated.
Student Leadership Team 2021/22
Following a comprehensive selection process, I am thrilled to announce our new Student Leadership team who will take carriage of the roles and responsibilities of our current Year 12 SLT during next term. Congratulations to our new leaders!
National Youth Science Forum 2021
Congratulations to Makadde Ethell of Year 11 for being accepted into the National Youth Science Forum.
Carroll College has a long association with the National Youth Science Forum and is grateful for sponsorship of our students by our local Rotary Clubs. It is wonderful that Makadde is continuing this association this year.
The National Youth Science Forum is an opportunity for young people who have a passion for Science to:
- participate in tours of science and technology facilities
- learn about cutting edge research
- engage with industry partners and research providers
- learn about university and STEM career pathways
- mix with other like-minded students from all over Australia
- network with former NYSF participants to further increase understanding of STEM-related study and career experiences.
Being accepted into the NYSF is very prestigious. Makadde has been offered this opportunity against thousands of applicants and after being interviewed by the NYSF organisers.
An exceptional achievement. Congratulations, Makadde!
Year 12 HSC Major Works
Congratulations to our Year 12 students who handed in their major HSC works yesterday for Industrial Technology and Design and Technology. An incredible achievement!
Industrial Technology
Emma O'Keefe - Modern Rocking Chair
Sam Crooke - Trinket Box with hidden compartments
Harry Gleeson - Modern Hall Table
Lachlan King - Lowline Console
Meg Phillips - Doesn't want anyone to know as it is for her dad's birthday!
Caleb Piper - Coffee Table with personal cultural significance
Design and Technology
Harry Haultain - Redesign of School Basketball courts
Madeleine Forner - Fire Resistant Dog Coat
Tom Tegel - Hasty Hen Hutch. A hutch to enable owners to move their fowl quickly in an emergency
Tyler Mannion - Basketball Inspired LED Lamp
Sam Crooke - Podiatry Chair with storage
Bree McFadyen - Dirt Bags. A gardening kit to encourage teenagers to grow their own food and think sustainably
Ben Rogerson - A design for a senior common room
All the best to you all as we continue remote learning into Week 9. There will be another government announcement next week to confirm plans beyond 10 September for our LGA. We continue to prioritise student, staff and community health and safety. Please take care and remain vigilant as we work together for the protection of all.
Happy Father's Day to our Carroll College dads this Sunday!
Jacqueline Heffernan
Principal