CE lessons were taught ably by Mrs Rebecca Scott and followed the CEP Connect cycle. Additionally, in my work throughout the school, I aimed to promote Christian faith as an underpinning for good wellbeing, as a motivator for entering into the story of others (of being present as an act of service), and upheld to the girls that the Christian faith provides Meaning and Purpose (and identity) for humanity. Throughout all these reflections and wonderings, I’m continually inspired by Titus 3:4-8: 4 But when the kindness and love of God our Saviour appeared, 5 he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, 6 whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Saviour, 7 so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life. 8 This is a trustworthy saying. And I want you to stress these things, so that those who have trusted in God may be careful to devote themselves to doing what is good. These things are excellent and profitable for everyone. God is kind, loving, present, saving, merciful, generous, gracious, and powerful (being able to offer eternal life). It is this God, who offers us salvation because of his generous work, renewing us continually by His Spirit. As we begin a new decade in 2020, may we maintain faithfulness to God in all things. SOURCE:
Abs.gov.au. (2019). 2071.0 - Census of Population and Housing: Reflecting Australia - Stories from the Census, 2016. [online] Available at: https://www. abs.gov.au/ausstats/abs@.nsf/Lookup/ by%20Subject/2071.0~2016~Main%20 Features~Religion%20Data%20 Summary~70 [Accessed 4 Dec. 2019].
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2019 Fairholme College Results FAMILY ENGAGEMENT
The culture of the College is one which invites conversation with families. Parents are welcome to discuss situations with relevant members of staff, as appropriate. Specifically, information evenings etc. allow parents the opportunity to be updated on student programs and to seek clarification and discuss matters accordingly. Parent/Teacher/Student interviews, held regularly across the College, offer a further avenue for discussion and collaborative planning. Specifically, each year Year 6, 9 and 12 girl and their families are offered the opportunity to complete a survey; this is done in Semester Two each year. Questions provide the chance to indicate satisfaction, and provide specific feedback, in all areas of College life. Key sample indicators from family responses from Year 12 families and students are provided below. The following elements of College life received indicators from parents well into the ‘very high satisfaction’ category – this band holds a benchmark of 80%. Academic Program, Boarding, Communication, Community Engagement, Facilities & Resources, Loyalty, Management & Leadership, Service Opportunities, the Sport Program, Pastoral Care, and The Arts. Over 80% of parents rated their overall satisfaction with their daughter’s experience at Fairholme College as ‘very high’.
