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Newsletter Article: Term 2, Week 4 2024

Celebrating the power of Girls and Girls’ schools 

I was delighted to join our Principal in attending the 2024 Educating Girls Symposium, which celebrated the power of Girls and Girls’ schools across Australia and beyond.

Alongside 460-plus educators, advocates and allies worldwide, we proudly represented Stuartholme and engaged in the latest global educational trends.

This investment positions us well to deliver on the vision of our newly released 2024-2027 Strategic Plan to “Shape the girls who will shape the world.”

In particular, the opportunity to connect with other leading educators in their field, we continue to support our efforts to ensure our approach to education is forward-thinking and cultivates the conditions for our students to be creative and critical thinkers capable of global innovation, echoing the visionary approach and nuanced teaching style of our founder.

An invitation to innovate, collaborate and sustain our community

Central to the Stuartholme Strategic Plan 2024 – 2027 is the call to action, an invitation to innovate, collaborate and sustain our community to ensure our commitment to an enduring legacy and empowerment of generations of young women to come.

It sets the framework by which Stuartholme will draw on the bright minds of our community to deliver on the graduate vision—to exhibit courage, compassion, and confidence to be an agent of transformation.

The aims of the Plan are centred on four key pillars for the future, ensuring the community works in partnership to deliver student success: Educational innovation, Co-agency, Dynamic Culture, and Sustainability.

In connecting with our community and progressing our co-agency approach as part of our strategic intent, I was energised to travel to Goondiwindi last weekend with our Principal, our boarding and marketing staff, and families from this region over the show weekend.

It was just delightful to chat with our existing Stuartholme families ‘at home” and also meet new families who will join our school community in the future. Our connections build on our relational style make our community so very special.

Deb Lonsdale-Walker – Deputy Principal

Deborah Lonsdale-Walker
Deputy Principal

Newsletter Article: Term 2, Week 4 2024

Congratulations to the Year 12 Cohort for their wonderful engagement in the Ponytail Project on Thursday evening.  A special congratulations to Claire Lawler for her leadership and dedication to making the Ponytail project such a special event for all involved. Claire prepared and led the Year 12 Cor Unum team to step up and deliver an informative, heartfelt event with detailed research, and entertaining emceeing.

In this year’s #RockTheChop event, Stuartholme seniors went above and beyond, raising an impressive $112,234, surpassing previous fundraising records. A total of 87 Year 12 students enthusiastically participated, with 6 students generously committing to donate 36cm or more of their hair, while 2 students courageously shaved their heads. Additionally, 27 boarders showed their support, contributing to the remarkable success of the event. (To view photos please visit

The assistance and support from all staff, other year levels, alumnae and parents was so important to making the evening a happy and celebratory event, addressing the impact of cancer in our community. Through the sharing of stories and cutting hair, a powerful community spirit was created.

As bless all mothers this weekend for their nurturing care of families, Sr Rita reminded me that all sisters used to be addressed as mother. St Madeleine Sophie wanted her sisters to care for the children as one of their own.  This is the image that creates a sense of loving and care for each individual student in our school.

For the sake of one child I would have founded the society”  Saint Madeleine Sophie Barat

Andrew Beiers

Dean of Mission

Newsletter Article: Term 2, Week 4 2024

At Stuartholme we are blessed to have a team of Curriculum Middle Leaders who are experts in their fields and deeply passionate about education.  The team work together to explore research-based approaches to strategically enhance student outcomes across subject areas.  Recently, they looked at research from Fisher, Frey & Hattie (2020) about the “Continuum of Engagement” and how Thinking Routines can develop students’ metacognitive practices to enhance their engagement.  The research suggests that engagement is understood across three dimensions: behavioural, cognitive and emotional.  Students maximise their performance when they move from passive to active engagement across these dimensions.

Participating (passive engagement)

Passive engagement looks like what would traditionally be considered “compliant” behaviour by “participating” in the classroom.  This includes paying attention, responding to questions and completing set work.  Though these behaviours enable students to accomplish normative classroom tasks and succeed at “doing school”, they only facilitate shallow learning performances.  Students who simply “participate” are less likely to succeed in tasks that require higher order thinking such as the use, creation and sharing of information and knowledge.  More active engagement by students is required to increase learning retention.

Investing (transitioning to active engagement)

As students transition from passive to active engagement, they move through a phase of “investing”.  This involves the psychological effort students exert to master content.  In the classroom, students are said to be cognitively engaged when they seek challenges and self-regulate.  Students who are “investing” will ask questions, rather than just responding to questions asked by the teacher.  Importantly, investing involves a distinctive shift in mindset.  Students who are invested are those who value their learning for the sake of learning.  They are generally curious and wanting to expand their knowledge.  Students who are not invested will usually ask “is this on the test?” and switch off if the answer is “no”.  However, those who are genuinely invested perform significantly better on all types of assessment.

Driving (active engagement)

The highest level of active engagement is at the “driving” phase.  When students are operating at this level, they are taking active ownership of their learning and are “in the driver’s seat”.  Students who do this will: set goals, seek feedback and engage in self-assessment.  The benefits of driving behaviours are highly impactful on student outcomes and are further enhanced when students are emotionally engaged.  Interest and relationships enhance student engagement and contribute to a student’s ability to learn.  This is why complementary research shows that attendance and participation in co-curriculars are key indicators of academic success.

How can parents support their daughters to actively engage in learning?

Parents have a strong influence on their child’s learning and development at all stages of schooling and play a crucial role in shaping their daughter’s values, attitudes and approaches to learning.  Research shows that when parents are engaged in their children’s learning and work in partnership with school, there can be significant benefits for children:

• They are more likely to enjoy learning and be motivated to do well
• They have stronger relationships with other children
• They have greater confidence and social skills
• They do better at school and have increased wellbeing
• They are less likely to miss days at school.

There are three key factors of parent engagement that will help a child to be successful in their learning, regardless of their age.  These include building a strong and positive relationship with your child and helping them to build relationships with others, learning about the world together and, letting them know that you value learning.  Parents can show their children that they value learning by:

• Showing an interest in what they are learning at school by asking open-ended questions;
• Talking positively about their school and teachers, and your own experience of education;
• Avoiding self-fulfilling prophecies, i.e. “I was never good at Maths, so it makes sense that she finds it hard.” Even though these statements are intended to be supportive, they usually have the opposite effect and increase disengagement instead;
• Show them ways you continue to learn, even as an adult. Let them see you read and give them comfy places to read;
• Discuss their hopes for the future. Set high expectations for your child’s learning and show them that you believe in them.

Learning experiences for parents

Stuartholme offers a range of opportunities across the school year for parents to engage with their daughters’ teachers, other parents, and professionals from beyond the gates of Stuartholme.  This includes the “Parenting strategies for teenage success” workshop by Darren Perriera in Term 1.  A copy of this presentation is available via myStuartholme for parents who were unable to attend on the night.

“Atomi for parents” online webinar

Next week, parents have the opportunity to participate in an “Atomi for parents” webinar.  Atomi is an online platform of tutorial-style videos, quizzes and other interactive activities that support learning and consolidation.  Stuartholme currently subscribes to Atomi for students to access across Years 9 to 12 and the platform is particularly useful for helping students to prepare for exams in Years 11 & 12.

The online webinar will discuss how parents can effectively support their child in reaching academic goals and provide practical tips and tricks to help parents track their child’s progress and facilitate their growth.

The webinar is hosted by the Atomi company and will cover:

• An introduction to Atomi
• How Atomi supports learning in the classroom
• Practical tips and tricks to implement at home
• Where to find more information and support

Date and time: 14 May 2024, 5:30 pm

Please click on this link to visit Atomi’s website to register: Webinar Registration – Zoom

Annie Van Homrigh

Dean of Teaching and Learning Innovation 

Newsletter Article: Term 2, Week 4 2024

Connecting to Stuartholme

At Stuartholme, we understand the significance of nurturing a sense of belonging and connection among our students. That’s why we offer a diverse range of co-curricular activities, faith development opportunities, community involvement projects, and leadership roles. We actively encourage students to cultivate positive relationships with their peers and teachers, and we provide dedicated support and resources for those who may be facing challenges.

Our commitment to prioritising wellbeing not only fosters academic success but also equips our students with the skills and mindset needed for a fulfilling life beyond graduation. Explore the myriad ways your daughter can connect with the Stuartholme community through the Co-Curricular tile on My Stuartholme – Co-Curricular

By facilitating opportunities for connection, we empower our students to develop confidence, resilience, compassion, and courage—essential qualities of a Stuartholme graduate.

Student Leadership

I am immensely proud of the exceptional leadership demonstrated by our Year 12 students. This week, I had the pleasure of sharing this sentiment with them for their contributions. Some shining examples of their leadership include initiatives like the Ponytail Project, Wellbeing Wednesday lunchtime activities, Dance Off Fridays, and meticulous preparation for choral competitions. Additionally, their adherence to our Positive Expectations regarding behaviour and uniform guidelines sets a commendable standard for others to follow.

Year 8 Formation Day

As this newsletter reaches you, our Year 8 cohort embarks on the first of their Formation Days led by Character Builders. This immersive experience is designed to deepen their understanding and application of character strengths—such as self-esteem, respect, resilience, and maintaining a positive mindset—taught in our Wellness lessons. Students will engage in a series of beach team-building activities at the Broadwater Parklands on the Gold Coast. . I extend my gratitude to Mrs. MacGregor, Leader of Student Wellbeing Year 8, for her organization and to the accompanying teachers for their invaluable support. The Year 8 students can eagerly anticipate the second Formation Day later this year.

Year 10 Camp

We wish our Year 10 Cohort and their accompanying teachers and staff all the very best for their Camp in Week 5, at Emu Gully. Thank you to Mrs Diana Carrigan for her overall coordination and organisation of this experience and to Ainsley Fahy for her administrative support. This will be a unique opportunity for connection and building resilience!

Positive Expectations

As always, we appreciate the support offered by parents and caregivers in encouraging our students to wear the uniform correctly. Please note that badges and ribbons should not be placed on the hat band. Please ask your daughter to remove these please.

 All the best as we enter the mid-term period. Enjoy this message from Leunig shared with me by Sr Carroll.

Blessings,

Elizabeth Foxover

Dean of Student Wellbeing  

Interhouse Cross Country Carnival 

On Wednesday 1 May, our Years 5-12 students came together for our Interhouse Cross Country Carnival. With hands in the air and hearts filled with determination, they showcased incredible team spirit, running alongside each other from all year levels and supporting each other in their house groups.

A big congratulations to Gretta Johnson for her outstanding achievement as the fastest girl in the school for the third year in a row!

We also extend our congratulations to Toohey House for winning the House Trophy and Coen House for bringing the most spirit!

A special thank you goes out to all staff and to our Year 12 Leaders for making the day possible.

To download photos from the date, please click here. 

Beth Selected for Australian U21 Women’s World Championship Team

Stuartholme congratulates Beth on her selection for the Australian U21 Women’s World Championship team. Beth secured her spot during the final selection event in Adelaide, becoming one of the youngest Australians ever to attend the World Championships for Canoe Polo. Beth will represent Australia wearing the #2 Pfd in Deqing, China, from October 11 to 21, 2024.

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QUT BlueShift Case Competition

BlueShift is a case competition where students work in small teams to develop real business solutions for a real business. It is run by the Business School at QUT and participants compete in teams to analyse the business challenge and prepare a written solution for the case business.

The Business Department entered two teams this year, a Year 10 team make up of Arlene Lin, Charlotte McCosker and Chloe Jenkinson and a Year 11 team consisting of Zara-Jane Wicht, Alex Nunan, Amelie Gordon and Abi Tasi Martin.

The authentic business being examined is Origin Tea, with the task being to “make tea cool again”. Both teams presented creative solutions and our Year 11 team has progressed to the finals.

The finals are being held at QUT Gardens Point on Saturday 18 May from 9am – 3.30pm. There are 16 finalist teams, each presenting a 15 minute pitch on key analysis of the situation and justified recommendations for Origin Tea (the case study business) to a judging panel. The top four teams progress from the heats to the Champion round where they will present their pitch again to a new panel of judges. This is a dynamic and exciting opportunity for our students to present their findings at a university level.

We wish Zara-Jane, Alex, Amelie and Abi the best of luck as they prepare their final presentation.

Sally Adams

Leader of Learning – Business

Year 5 RoboCup Challenge

Every Tuesday, year 5 students fill the room with excited chatter as they plan, design and develop their routines for the RoboCup OnStage challenge. There will be an internal RoboCup OnStage challenge held on the 21^st May 2024. The top three robotic teams will compete in the Regional tournament along with two year 9 teams. The year 9 RoboCup teams are competing in the Secondary Rescue Line and the Mighty Maze challenges. More information on the robotic teams will be included in the next newsletter.

UQ Design, Engineering and Computing student ambassadors

Four Stuartholme School year 11 students have successfully applied to become our UQ Design, Engineering and Computing student ambassadors. The successful candidates are Julianna Burchill, Eve O’Luanaigh, Zara-Jane Wicht and Elizabeth Wilkinson.

Mr Andrew Bannerman, Senior Marketing Coordinator, Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology provided these students with UQ bags, an Ambassador badge and he explained what the Ambassador program is about on our recent assembly.

Designed for passionate and motivated Year 11 students, the Ambassador Program provides students an avenue to deepen their knowledge and raise the profile of engineering, design, or computing within their classrooms.

The program will challenge these students to develop their leadership abilities and communication skills and offer them the chance to connect with like-minded students across Queensland.

Students obtain the following benefits from becoming ambassadors:

• Develop and strengthen personal and professional skills with support from current engineering, design, and computing students;
• Access to a mentoring program with current engineering, design, and computing students;
• Connect with like-minded students from across Queensland at events;
• Participate in media training as well as improve written, digital, and oral communication skills;
• Get ideas and support for engineering, design, and computing activities from monthly Ambassador email updates; and
• Receive invitations for on-campus and online events throughout the year, including:
  • Mentoring opportunities just for Ambassadors;
  • Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Interaction Design Exhibit;
  • Architecture ‘End of Year Exhibition’; and
  • Engineers Australia webinars and events.

Leigh Ferguson (Leader of Learning – Technologies)

UQ CYBERLAB EXCURSION

On the 23^rd of April, grades 10-12 students from Digital Technology and Digital Solutions classes embarked to UQ on an excursion all about cybersecurity. We first toured their Cyber Lab, learning from a researcher about moving-target defence in terms of cybersecurity, and getting to speak to experts who were well-versed in all sorts of things such as responding to security incidents, analysing threats, and how cybersecurity fits into industries across the board.

After morning tea, we did an AI workshop all about machine learning – using Google’s Teachable Machine, we all tried creating our very own models. You could choose between using imported photos, using your own laptop’s camera, or using audio to attempt to teach your model how to differentiate between two or more things: snapping your fingers versus clapping your hands, rock-paper-scissors hand signs, or even photos of sharks and dolphins.

The Crack the Code session was next after our lunch break, where we learnt about cryptography, the study of encryption, decryption, and all things secret code. While we had fun using the Caesar Cipher and the far more confusing Vigenère Cipher to encrypt movie quotes and decrypt our friends’, we also were taught about how it’s used in the real world. Usually, multiple layers of encryption are more realistic in actual systems, such as WhatsApp or a web service’s API.

We had so much fun on this excursion, while learning with hands-on workshops about practical real-life cybersecurity challenges and skills.

Alexa Rose, Technologies Captain

CyberLab Tour

The Cyberlab was a very informative and interesting part of the excursion. I personally enjoyed hearing Tina talk about her research and her work with the US Army in Defense, and how network systems work. Hearing the other speakers talk about the “Hackathon”-like competition/club was also intriguing and sounded fun! Discussing ways to be cybersecure with more complex passwords was helpful as I discovered how easy it would be to get into my important accounts. Overall, the entire day really got me interested in the cybersecurity field when I was initially unsure about it.

AI

The AI workshop was fascinating as I was skeptica l about its benefits, but the speaker discussed how important and helpful it would be for her life and others in her community, and it got me thinking about how incredibly revolutionary AI has the potential to be. The activity of making poses and having the AI differentiate between them was a very fun way to demonstrate how intelligent and adaptive AI can be.

Crack The Code

The ’Crack the Code’ session was very helpful in the way it solidified what we are learning about in class in terms of encryption and decryption, how keys work etc. I really enjoyed making our own codes for our friends to crack!

Grace Taylor, year 10 Digital Technologies student

Last Tuesday, the year 10 Digital Technologies, year 11 and 12 Digital Solutions students went on an excursion to visit the UQ CyberLab. We eagerly learnt about AI and cybersecurity, specifically cyber security threat models. We discussed how to manage, control and secure access to data in networked digital systems with the researchers and professors… and we were also shocked to hear how easy our passwords were to hack! On that note we headed to the ‘Crack the Code’ workshop where we tested our encryption skills by creating some pretty cool codes and keys to give our friends to crack, and our rewards were lots of UQ merch!

We’re all super grateful for UQ and Ms Ferguson for organising the day and we hope to engage in more cybersecurity programs in the future.

Eve O’Luanaigh, year 11 Digital Solutions student

Stuartholme School students have been rehearsing hard with Marist College Ashgrove and Mt St Michaels in the 2024 production of Jersey Boys.

From the mean streets of Jersey to the American Bandstand, JERSEY BOYS: The School Edition follows the thrilling story of how four young men from the wrong side of the tracks became the biggest doo-wop sensation of all time: The Four Seasons.

To purchase your ticket, please visit https://events.humanitix.com/jersey-boys-the-musical

 What is happening INSIDE the Science Classroom?

• Year 7

They have just completed investigating solubility and completing their first science experiment report.  They will then move onto a small unit on called “Our place in space”.

• Year 8

Year 8 would say that “Science Rocks”!   They have been looking into rocks and carrying out various tests to classify them.  Following this they have been discussing the rocks and drifting into discussions of plate tectonics, volcanoes, and earthquakes.

• Year 9

Are studying radioactivity.  They modelled half-life with M&M’s and Skittles – a tasty way to do it!

• Year 10

In their unit called “Let’s get moving” , the students investigated motion but using ticker timers.   They are “moving” now onto forces.   See what I did there? 😊

• Year 11 Biology

Are coming to the end of Unit 1.  Recently, they completed their practical component of their student experiment assignment.   Students investigated either diffusion of substances into the cell or what can affect the working of an enzyme.  This week, they have been discussing the aspects of the circulation, respiration and digestive systems.

• Year 12 Biology

Started Unit 4.  They have been discussing the structure and replication of DNA, how cells divide (mitosis and meiosis) and how DNA is involved in the synthesis of proteins.

• Year 11 Chemistry

Have been full of energy!  They have been investigating the change of energy in chemical reactions and completing an experiment on calorimetry.

• Year 12 Chemistry

Have just finished organic compounds and their properties.  They are working through Unit 4.

NEXT newsletter we will hear from Year 11 and 12 Physics and Psychology.

What is happening OUTSIDE the Science Classroom?

• Science club and Science Squad
• On assembly 3 May, our Year 11 University of Queensland ambassadors were presented with their badges.

• Our first science club event was held during lunch on Thursday 9 May. Nearly 90 students turned up to make sherbet and view various samples under the stereo microscopes.
• Students have been signing up to be part of the Science squad team as a Science Representative. It is open to ALL students in years 7 to 12.  Science reps will assist with science club events, science week,  demos and promote science around the school. To sign up as a science rep link on the following link: My Stuartholme – Science Squad Club

Extension events and reports

Report by Liz Wilkinson

On the Tuesday the 7^th of May Year 11 Physics students had the opportunity to attend a Physics Lecture at Churchie Grammar School.

Our keynote speaker was Dr Rebecca McElroy. She studied and researched Astrophysics at the University of Southern Queensland and works on integral field spectroscopic data, particularly using the MUSE instrument on the VLT.

She also looks at exploring local galaxies and ones that look like they may collide with our own! But don’t worry, that’s only going to take 2+ Billion years.

We discovered that our galaxy, the Milky Way, has a black hole in the middle, but it needs an active fuel source.

After Dr. McElory finished her talk, the room opened to a panel of speakers who had studied at universities across SE Queensland. The audience was able to ask questions. It was quite interesting listening to the panel and the areas that they work in. For example, medical physics.

Many schools that attended asked multiple questions to the panel members. It was interesting to hear more about their personal work, which they used to explain the questions to the group of 250 of us.

Overall, it was a very interesting night, and I am sure all the girls who attended now have a better understanding and insight into jobs that involve physics in their day-to-day lives.

Lots of extension events open to students from Years 8 to 12

(link following links for further information and how to apply). A number of students have already applied and been accepted into the following events.

• UQ Junior Physics Odyssey Year 10

Junior Physics Odyssey – School of Mathematics and Physics – University of Queensland (uq.edu.au)   Held in July. Great hands on fun.

• Bond university Experience days years 10, 11 and 12 – in a variety of areas

Experience Days | Bond University | Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

• SPARQ-Ed View link :   Biomedical Education for School students | Translational Research Institute (tri.edu.au)      NOTE there are programs for Senior (10 – 12) and Junior (8 – 9)

 WE (women in engineering) work experience Holiday Camps Years 10 – 12   

Held July and September:    WE Work Experience – Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology – University of Queensland (uq.edu.au)

• QIMR (Queensland institute of medical research) Holiday Science experience For Year 10 – 12

Free to attend.  Register soon.   To apply Holiday Science Experience – QIMR Berghofer

• Work experience at the museum Year 10 – 12

Work_experience_2024__Information_pack.8915c44.pdf (australian.museum)

• International Science School year 11 and 12

International Science School – Faculty of Science (sydney.edu.au)

• Queensland Biology Winter School (Year 11 and 12)

Queensland Biology Winter School, Year 12 – Study – The University of Queensland (uq.edu.au)

Queensland Biology Winter School, Year 11 – Study – The University of Queensland (uq.edu.au)

• Experience UQ Skills Years 9 – 12

Experience UQ Skills – UQ Skills – University of Queensland

• Future Experiences in Agriculture, Science and Technology (FEAST) Years 11 and 12

FEAST – Faculty of Science – University of Queensland (uq.edu.au)

• Engineering Link Project Years 10 , 11 and 12

The Engineering Link Group – Engineering Link Project (telg.com.au)

• QUT’s Future You Summit Years 11 and 12

QUT – Future You Summit

 The science experience for Year 9 and 10. Held at UQ or QUT

The Science Experience

• The NYSF National Youth Science Forum Year 11

National Youth Science Forum – Inspiring Australia’s Young Scientists (nysf.edu.au)

What is happening in the WORLD of Science?

A University of Queensland-led study has shed light on how some lizards have evolved to resist deadly neurotoxins from Australia’s most venomous snakes. The research, led by University of Queensland’s Professor Bryan Fry, focused on the interactions between venomous Australian snakes such as death adders, and the varanid lizard species which includes Komodo dragons and goannas.  To read more about this exciting work, follow this link Read the story – how lizards avoid snakes

• Fun Science Stuff by Bethany Van Hecke Year 11

THE HIVE – ALL WELCOME

SUBJECT IN FOCUS – YEAR 10 EXTENSION HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION 

After completing their First Aid and CPR qualifications last term, Year 10 Extension Health and Physical Education students have enjoyed a busy start to Term 2, completing a theoretical ‘Road Safety’ unit, as well as a practical unit on ‘Australian Rules Football’.

Shannon Campbell (Brisbane Lions AFLW player) has been working with both our classes on fundamental AFL skills, while also challenging students with modified game situations, where they are loving the opportunity to exercise the Stuartholme competitive spirit!

In the classroom, students have been engaging with topics related to road safety – particularly those around the influences on driving behaviours exhibited by young drivers – a relevant subject for the group given the majority will apply for their Learner Driver’s licences this year. Students will be investigating a road safety issue at Stuartholme in the coming weeks, with a view to proposing a strategy to overcome their identified issue.

Semester 2 will see students engaging with an ‘Adventure’ sports unit (Orienteering, Laser Tag, Rock-Climbing, Mountain Biking), before rounding out the year with a unit on Hip-Hop and Contemporary Dance.

The Year 10 Extension Health and Physical Education program is an excellent opportunity for students looking towards our two Year 11 and 12 General subjects (Health and Physical Education) to challenge themselves while engaging with topics and tasks they are likely to encounter as they transition to senior schooling.

To RSVP, please visit Alumnae Mass and Morning Tea (Inc AGM) – Stuartholme School Alumnae (stuartholmealumnae.com)

Dear Year 8 Parents, Guardians and Students

As Term 1 comes to an end, the Stuartholme Arts Department would like to look ahead to Term 2 and share a ‘Save The Date’ with you all!

The Arts Department warmly invites you to our Year 8 Arts Extravaganza evening on Friday 7th June from 5:30pm for a 6pm start

Arts Extravaganza is a wonderful opportunity for all Stuartholme Year 8 students to share their achievements in Drama, Visual Art and Music with the community.  During the evening, we aim to open up our Arts classrooms to you all and share with you our students’ creative work. Students will be performing and exhibiting their class work and assessment from Semester One.

This year we are very excited to premiere our production of ‘She Doesn’t Go Here‘ a brand-new play written by award winning playwright, Steve Pirie. 

The evening will include:

•            A production of She Doesn’t Go Here performed by Drama students with features from Music and Visual Art students 

•            Music students performing collaborative work focused on popular music

•            Visual Art Exhibition 

Drinks and light snacks will be available to purchase from the café from 5:30pm   

More details of the event will come in Term 2!

We look forward to you joining us for an evening of sharing and celebrating the achievements of our Year 8 Arts’ students.

Please feel free to contact Lucy Harkin (Leader of Learning – The Arts) or your child’s teacher classroom Arts teacher if you have any questions or queries.

Can you spare a couple of hours to inspire our students on 15 May?

In Week 5 of this term, during National Careers Week, we will be running our annual Ask a Professional event. This event was students’ standout favourite careers sessions again last year, so we’re excited to do it again.

There will be complimentary coffees to keep you fuelled for the session and the opportunity to stay back for a complimentary lunch to a catch up with other parents, carers, alumnae and industry guests.

If you are interested in attending, please register your interest (and coffee order) here and I’ll be in touch soon: https://forms.office.com/r/7FXNhLKzt1

Thank you for considering this. We are incredibly grateful your ongoing support, time and wisdom.

Warm regards,

Tom Lillyman, Careers Counsellor