Watha Endeavour House (Years 9 and 10)
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Watha Endeavour House
As the finish line for Term 1 is well within our grasp, I would like to recognise the efforts of the Watha Endeavour House community, inclusive of students, LEA teachers, classroom teachers, co-curricular staff, parents and caregivers. Throughout the academic literature, there is significant conversation regarding the engagement levels of students in Year 9 and 10 as they graduate from the early excitement of commencing secondary education, but the exit points of Year 10, or Stage 6 seem so far away. At Catherine McAuley Catholic College, we have remained targeted in our approach to addressing these potential concerns through discerning curriculum design, proactive and reactive wellbeing supports and a co-curricular program which reaches all corners of the student population.
In this last edition of The Nest for Term 1, we have wanted to highlight just one component of our fortnightly Pulse Check.
As reflected in the infographic, the ‘average’ Watha Endeavour House student is ‘sometimes’ happy with peer interactions, with Year 9 averaging a rating of 3.80 out of 5, and Year 10 a rating of 3.96. As reflective educators, we always striving to guide, support and positively challenge our students to improve themselves. Therefore, the messaging within Watha Endeavour House has been consistent; be mindful of our use of language, utilise active listening skills, and to demonstrate empathy. As always, we encourage this conversation to be continued at home, as we all strive to improve the learning and wellbeing outcomes for the young people in our care.
Year 9 Highlight of the Week
Congratulations to all those Year 9 students who registered and participated in the Water Walk raising awareness for those without access to clean drinking water, and vital funds for Project Compassion. Year 9 had the most students from any cohort across the College – Well Done, Year 9!
Year 10 Highlight of the Week
Teachers of Year 10 have been mounting significant praise for our Year 10 cohort this week. Accounts of committed creative writing in English, brave efforts on the sporting field, discerning preparation for assessment and generally, a warmth of collegiality throughout the College community. Congratulations to Year 10 for espousing the College values in your daily actions.
United in Mercy,
Watha Endeavour House Leaders