Growing Through Every Opportunity: A Message to Our St Brigid’s Families
At St Brigid’s, we believe that learning is about more than just getting the right answers or achieving high marks—it’s about growth, discovery, and becoming the best version of ourselves. Every experience, whether inside or outside the classroom, is a chance to learn, reflect, and thrive.
Year 6 Taster Day: Welcoming and Leading
Our recent Year 6 Taster Day was a wonderful opportunity to welcome future students into the St Brigid’s community. It was also a proud moment for our current students—especially those in Years 10 and 11—who stepped up as leaders, guides, and role models.
This day reminded us that learning doesn’t stop at the classroom door. It happens through service, leadership, and connection. We’re committed to nurturing not just academic achievement, but also the personal growth that comes from helping others and being part of something bigger.
The Power of Mistakes: Learning Through Challenge
At our College, we see mistakes not as failures, but as stepping stones to success. Whether it’s a tricky maths problem, a missed goal on the field, or a misunderstood concept in class, every challenge is an opportunity to grow.
We encourage students to take risks, ask questions, and reflect on what didn’t go as planned—not with embarrassment, but with curiosity. This mindset builds resilience, confidence, and a deeper understanding of their own potential.
Parents can support this by celebrating effort over perfection and reminding students that learning is a journey, not a race.
Learning Beyond the Classroom
Some of the most powerful learning happens outside the classroom. Camps, retreats, and extracurricular activities help students build independence, strengthen friendships, and discover new strengths.
From navigating bush trails to working as a team or taking time for personal reflection, these experiences develop life skills that can’t always be taught in a textbook. We’re excited to see our Year 9 students take part in their outdoor camp from Monday, 19 May, with other year levels heading off in Term 4.
We encourage every student to embrace these opportunities—not just for fun, but for the growth and confidence they bring.
Reading: The Foundation of Strong Writing
Reading regularly is one of the most important habits a student can develop. It builds vocabulary, improves comprehension, and helps students understand how language works.
Students who read widely are better equipped to express themselves clearly, think critically, and write with purpose. Just 15–20 minutes of reading a day can make a big difference.
We encourage students to read what they enjoy—novels, biographies, articles, or poetry—and to see reading not as a chore, but as a lifelong skill that opens doors to new ideas and opportunities.
Parents and Carers help support their child by creating a reading routine- setting some time aside to read and model reading at home.
Together, let’s continue to support our students as they grow through every opportunity—both big and small.
Mrs Joyce Ison
Assistant Principal, Student Achievement
