Week 6, Term 1, 2025 | Friday 7 March

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Student Parliament: Be The Voice in 2025!

Last week saw our first meeting of our 2025 Student Parliament led by our Co-Chairs Milla Smith and Grace McGuiness. Student Parliament is made up of elected members from Years 5 to 12 and plays a vital role in shaping our school community. As a student-led committee, the meetings provide a platform for students to express their ideas, raise concerns, and make meaningful contributions through elected representatives.

All students in Years 5 to 12 are welcome to attend lunch time meetings and contribute their ideas and engage in meaningful discussions. Last week we had seven students, who are not members of the parliament, join and share their proposals. It was wonderful to see the time, effort, and thought that students are putting into their proposals before presenting these to their peers.

Celebrating Student Success:

An exciting initiative within the student “Be The Voice” theme is celebrating student achievements. At our first Student Parliament meeting, we proudly acknowledged the service contributions of Canterbury students, including:

Logan Youth Action Group – Volunteers who dedicated their weekend to the Clean Up Australia Day cause, led by Service Captain Morgan Watt.

Ashutosh Vaitha – Organised a donation drive for local schools, including Beenleigh Special School, through his student business Ashan Industries.

Temple students – Led their peers in a Team Green project to transform a local retirement community garden.

These incredible efforts highlight the power of student leadership and the impact we can have when we come together.

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Ash Wednesday

This week as a College we recognised Ash Wednesday. Ash Wednesday is a significant day in the Christian calendar, marking the beginning of Lent, a 40-day period of reflection and preparation leading up to Easter. For children, understanding the value of Ash Wednesday can be both meaningful and enriching.

1. Understanding Repentance and Forgiveness: Ash Wednesday teaches children about repentance and forgiveness. The ashes, made from the burned palms of the previous year’s Palm Sunday, are placed on the forehead in the shape of a cross. This symbolizes repentance and reminds children that everyone makes mistakes, but seeking forgiveness and striving to do better is important.
2. Reflection and Self-Improvement: Lent is a time for self-reflection and improvement. Children can learn to think about their actions and how they can be kinder, more helpful, and more considerate. This period encourages them to set small, achievable goals to improve themselves, such as being more patient or helping with chores.
3. Sacrifice and Empathy: During Lent, many people give up something they enjoy as a form of sacrifice. For children, this could be a favourite treat or a fun activity. This practice helps them understand the concept of sacrifice and builds empathy for others who may not have as much. It teaches them to appreciate what they have and to think about those who are less fortunate.
4. Preparing for Easter: Finally, Ash Wednesday sets the stage for the celebration of Easter. It helps children understand the importance of preparation and anticipation. By observing Lent, they can better appreciate the joy and significance of Easter, making the celebration even more special.

Year 10 CaRE

In Year 10 CaRE, students have been exploring the theme of Respectful Relationships. Allowing students to explore this theme is essential in developing their emotional well-being, communication skills, and future connections. It promotes the tools that are needed to navigate conflict resolution, while encouraging empathy. By learning about student’s own boundaries as well as identifying those of their communities, students can build positive friendships and identify unhealthy behaviours. Respectful relationships also fosters inclusivity, creating a more supportive school environment.

Respectful Relationships has been explored through a number of different experiences. In Week 3, the Year 10 cohort headed to Emu Gully where they worked closely with their team members to develop both their leadership skills as well as creating and strengthening relationships with peers they may not always work with. In the classroom, students have been involved in identifying the skills needed to navigate both familiar and more complex situations through brainstorming in groups and role play.

Another activity Year 10 students have involved in is the Balti Tea Sharing. The Balti Tea Sharing derives from the book titled Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson and David Olver Relin. The book recounts Moretenson’s adventures in bringing education to isolated areas of Pakistan and Afghanistan. The tea sharing is based on a quote from the book, “The first time you share tea with a Balti, you are a stranger. The second time you take tea, you are an honoured guest. The third time you share a cup of tea, you become family, and for our family, we are prepared to do anything. Students have been involved in these tea ceremonies and unpacking the theme of respectful relationships in a global context.

Year 3 RaVE

Exploring the Character of Jesus in Year 3 RAVE Lessons

This term during our RAVE lessons, the Year 3 students have been embarking on an insightful journey exploring the character of Jesus. This exploration will not only deepen their understanding of the Christian faith, but also help them reflect on their own character traits.

The lessons began with students examining their own unique qualities, and what makes each person unique and special. Following this self exploration, the students will begin to look towards the character of Jesus, using specific stories to highlight key virtues:

• Courage: Discussing the story of Jesus walking on water, emphasizing the importance of bravery and faith in overcoming life’s challenges.
• Compassion: Through the miracle of feeding the 5000, students will learn about Jesus’ compassion and the significance of caring for others.
• Forgiveness: The parable of the Prodigal Son will serve as a powerful lesson on forgiveness, teaching the value of mercy and reconciliation.
• Ten Commandments: The students will explore the Ten Commandments, as a guide towards living a life with good morals and values.

These lessons aim to inspire our students to embody these virtues in their daily lives and connect this understanding with the Canterbury Values. The students will engage in various activities, discussions, and reflections to ensure these values are deeply understood and appreciated

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