Harry Burke, Heavey House Captain
As Year 11 students begin the HSC course work this term, we look at the current Year 12s sitting their own HSC exams and are hit with the reality that we will be in their shoes in 12-months’ time. Here I look back on how my own time at school has flown by and how we must make the most of our final year at Saints by studying hard but also remembering to continue to involve ourselves in other aspects of College life. Some of us in Year 11 get a taste of the HSC early as Year 11 Accelerated students and I know as an Accelerated student myself that we will all be better off for the experience and also have some units ticked off for our own Year 12 examinations.
Switching to the younger students of the College, last Friday we welcomed our new Year 7 2021 students, and today our new Year 5 2021 students for their respective Orientation Days. This is an exciting time for them as they enter the next stage in their lives.
Summer sport is starting up again and Saturday 24 October marked the beginning of the ISA (Independent Sporting Association) Summer Sports Program with the College competing in Basketball. Also, for the first time in our history, St Augustine’s College is taking part in the ISA Cricket competition. This is an exciting time for the College as we continue to broaden the ISA events we participate in and also in other activities that the school offers. This gives more boys an opportunity to showcase their skills in their respective sports and activities.
Considering the year that we have had, as students we are still offered a range of opportunities to be involved in the College life, whether it be in the academic space or co-curricular and sport. We are grateful for the effort of all staff and those behind the scenes who have allowed us to remain involved and connected to our school.
As part of the Student Leadership Team, in the coming year one of our main focuses is to build further connection between Year Groups and make every student feel involved in College life. I encourage all students to get involved with the College wherever you can and to be proud of your school. My one piece of advice to all students as I enter my final year at Saints is to embrace all facets of the College. Study hard, play sport, get involved in House events, help out at Open Day, participate in co-curricular activities and most importantly enjoy the relationships that you build with your mates. Appreciate the time you spend with them as you get one chance at school so make the absolute most of it and enjoy the ride.
Harry Burke
