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Year 7 Reflection Day - Jessie 7A and Annie 7B
On our Year 7 Reflection Day there were many exciting things that happened. Caritas Ks was an opportunity for us to understand what some people in other countries have to go through every day to access clean water. We did this by carrying buckets full of water around the oval as many times as we could. 7B achieved a total of 158 laps! We also did this to raise money for Project Compassion. Thank you to those who donated to support us.
We then had a Chapel tour and Q&A led by Mr Travers-Hucker. Year 7s asked very interesting questions such as, “What does INRI on Jesus’ cross mean?” and “what is the balcony in this chapel used for?”
Also on Reflection Day we split into our Houses: McAuley, Nightingale, Chisholm or O'Neill. The Senior and Junior House Captains led the session to introduce us to the history of our House. We made posters, ribbon pins, and learned a chant or song that we can sing at the upcoming swimming and athletics carnival - a way to show our house spirit! We also played many games including tunnel ball and silent ball. After that, the Year 9 Peer Support Students supplied us with icy poles!
In our last session for the day, we designed and drew Candles of Hope which were displayed in Quambi for our Year 7 Commissioning Mass. In each session on Reflection Day, we learned about our school and the many different and interesting parts of being a Sacred Heart student.
All together the day was a blast. We can't wait to see how much we raised for Caritas Ks.
Feel free to donate to project compassion: https://www.projectcompassion.org.au/fundraisers/year7reflectionday/project-compassion
Senior Religious Education
As part of their study of Ancient and Indigenous Spirituality in Religious Education this term, our Year 10 students were privileged to hear from Sacred Heart’s own Mr Peter Webb. Mr Webb returned to the College this year after spending much of 2025 in the remote community of Jarlmadangah in the Kimberley region of Western Australia.
Drawing on his lived experience, Mr Webb shared valuable insights into the richness of community life and the ways in which culture is deeply interwoven with tradition and spirituality. He encouraged students to recognise the uniqueness of every culture and community, reminding us that there is much to learn when we take the time to listen with openness and respect.
We thank Mr Webb for his generous sharing of stories, photographs and reflections.
Meanwhile, our Year 12 students have been exploring the concepts of being “mind full” and “mindful,” reflecting on how contemplation and prayer can help us navigate the challenges of daily life. As part of this learning, Mr Chris McBrearty generously shared his experience of walking the pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela — a journey that was not only physically demanding, but also deeply reflective. His message resonated strongly: a journey is not simply about reaching the destination, but about the growth and learning that take place along the way.
We extend our sincere thanks to Mr McBrearty for sharing his story and encouraging us all to reflect on our own journeys.
