Coordinators’ Comments
From our Deputy Head of School
At this time of year, we turn our attention to Leadership roles in the school. There are a number of different areas of leadership including Art Prefect, Head Chorister, Art monitors, Shakespeare monitors and Library monitors. Children in 5th class will be asked in the next few weeks to put their names forward to be considered for Head Boy, Head Girl and the four House Captains. These nominees are given a topic to speak on and half an hour to prepare prior to presentation. Children in 4th, 5th and 6th class and teachers then cast their votes. We find every year that the children rise to this occasion with maturity, sincerity, and a real sense of responsibility. Di Renshaw …
Deputy Head of School Comment
This week we had our annual school photos taken. It is a big day that requires a lot of patience and steadiness from the children. Being involved throughout the day provided an opportunity to witness the children practice both these qualities. All the classes without exception gave their attention to following instructions from the photographers. This often meant not moving for some time while a number of shots were taken. This is particularly challenging for our younger students. At the end of the day the photographers commented on the outstanding behaviour of the children which allowed the process to be efficient and a pleasant experience. Di Renshaw Deputy Headmistress …
Deputy Head of School’s Comment
I was reminded of the broad education that our children receive at John Colet when I considered the number of different areas that the school is now represented in. We have recently had the IPSHAÂ Athletics Carnival which saw a number of our students competing as well as the IPSHA Performing Arts Festival which was mentioned last week. In addition to this some of our students attended an interschool chess competition last Wednesday and today our debaters challenged Oxford Falls Grammar. All our primary students and Lower 1st students are preparing for the Shakespeare Festival which will be held next term. Such diverse opportunities allow for a full and enriched experience so that children can find a place where …
Deputy Head of School’s Comment
This week the John Colet Choir performed at the IPSHA Performing Arts Festival in Sydney Town Hall. As preparation the Choir and the accompanying instrumentalists performed for the Primary Assembly on Monday morning. The calibre of the music and singing were outstanding. On Tuesday night when they did perform, comments were passed about how fine the performance was. Today the Choir performed for the Infants Assembly. The children were totally captivated by the performance which was an uplifting experience for us all. Di Renshaw Deputy Headmistress …
Deputy Head of School’s Comment
This morning we held our annual Public Speaking Competition. Over the last few years this has developed into a wonderful event that really showcases the children’s ability not only to write well, but to confidently deliver in front of an audience. Recently one of our parents Mr Javier Christie came to speak to the children about public speaking, and it was evident today that a number of children had listened to and followed his advice. In addition to the speakers, it was a great opportunity for the 6th class children who hosted the event. The two comperes were excellent often speaking off the cuff themselves. Finally, the children who made up the audience conducted themselves with respect by remaining …
Deputy Head of School’s comment