This term started off for our Year 12s earlier than most of the school, as they attended the Year 12 Retreat and what was their last ‘camp’ as a group. The theme was ‘Past, Present and Future’ and took place at the Swan Valley Adventure Centre.
This retreat is often a roller coaster of emotions which is the result of lots of fun activities and challenges such as participating in canoeing and flying fox, but also included reflection on their key relationships both in and out of school. This reflection process is a key part of the program and for lots of students is not always an easy one ”Honest self-reflection opens your mind to reprogramming, change, success and freedom.” —Unknown
We had the pleasure of inviting back past alumni, Ben Mallis (2007) and Erin Ballard (nee Bell 2005) who shared fond memories of their time at St Stephen’s and also their journey post school, which was intriguing and confronting to many of our students, as they realised that their journey with St Stephen’s on a daily basis was coming to an end in the near future.
The last day of retreat started off with worship before starting a version of an ‘Amazing Race’, which meant that the students in groups were dropped off at the train station and then had to complete various questions and challenges along their journey to Currambine station, from where they were shuttled back to school. This year group has been a pleasure to spend an extended period of time with and we all look forward to seeing them be the best versions of themselves this year and beyond.
Mark Batten (Dean of Makaria)
ANZAC DAY SERVICE
We would like to thank all families who attended our ANZAC DAY Service last week. It was a special time given to reflect and honor those who have served (as well as those who still serve) our country, making it possible for us to enjoy the freedom we have. Lest we forget.
2021 CROSS COUNTRY CARNIVAL
It was an amazing day, so great to see all the students from PP – 12 out there participating in the cross country and the novelty events. Congratulations to all individual runner-up and champion girls/boys and to Charis for winning the Primary shield and to Makaria for winning the Secondary and the PP – 12 shield.
Adam Dwyer
2021 CAREERS EXPO
THE IMAGINEERS
Following the success of last Term’s pilot program of the St Stephen’s School Imagineers – an after school STEM prototyping, 3D modelling, printing and robotics club with Fire Tech Australia – we have managed to secure more spots for students in Years 5-7 in Term 2. The club starts on Thursday, April 29 so be quick to book your spot at https://www.firetechcamp.com.au/course/st-stephens-imagineers/.
