Congratulations to our Year 8s on a successful semester. Having spoken to many students this week, I know that everyone is looking to their two week break. As always, it has been a busy semester!

On assembly last week, I spoke to the Year 8s about the “T” in our SPIRIT values: teamwork. At Foxwell, teamwork is about collaboration and cooperation, and developing strong partnerships to ensure everyone works together in a constructive way:

These partnerships are between parents, teachers and students to ensure each and every student is supported and nurtured throughout their schooling journey. I reminded students that every class is a team of learners, and also posed the question: “Who’s on your team?” For our students, it’s each other, their teachers, their families, and wider support networks at school and beyond. It is when we work together that we can innovate, be more productive, solve problems and unlock potential!

Effective communication is central to effective teams. I’ve met and spoken with many parents in my first few weeks at Foxwell and am very thankful for the open communication that is fostered in our school community. I am also grateful that conversations have been constructive and developed dialogue to make improvements and generate shared understanding. As Billy Slater said on Wednesday after Queensland’s victory in State of Origin, “I can, because we are.” How we work together is fundamental to student success.

I hope that families will take the opportunity to participate in Student Led Conferences next term where they can talk and reflect together with teachers as we move into Term 3 learning. 

For now, wishing everyone a safe and restful holiday!

YEAR 8 CAMP UPDATE

A reminder from Mr Breese that Camp permission forms need to be returned ASAP. We will discuss camp a lot more next term. 

Below is the link the camp website. This maybe something you wish to explore as a family to prepare your child for camp:

https://www.maranatha-camp.com/yandina

TERM 3 TIMETABLES AND REMINDERS

During the holidays, please double check that your Year 8 student has the necessary books, stationery and equipment needed to begin the term. This might also include checking the health of iPads and arranging any repairs. 

Students will be given their Term 3 timetables when they return to school. There will be changes to electives, as these rotate each term. For a small number of students, there will also be changes to some core classes. Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns in regards to this.