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Defence This year has seen many new students from ADF families commence at the College. New students arrived from all corners of the world - from Canberra, to Darwin, even as far as East Timor. Many students said goodbye to family members who posted away from Townsville or left on deployment and extended exercise training. We also witnessed an increase in border protection with ADF parents heading to the borders to help the fight against COVID-19. In support of our ADF students the boys enjoyed the weekly Milo Club where they had a chance to catch up over a Milo and a biscuit. Boys were always encouraged to bring along a non-defence student to embrace the inclusive aspects of the College. The attendance numbers at the regular catch up have gone from strength to strength. We often
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spoke to the group about building resilience and using good Habits of Mind to make better choices. The ADF Diligence Award introduced this year has given the students a real sense of pride and determination. Each 10 day cycle a student has been awarded with a small prize and certificate to congratulate them on their hard-work and commitment to their studies. All boys should be commended on their effort. The introduction of the ADF Student Mentor position for 2021 will also help support the younger ADF students. Keep an eye out for the brand new group program Lego Masters which will be launched in 2021! Carolyne Drummond | Defence School Mentor
