SENIOR SCHOOL
Although they are not a
part of the core curriculum,
co-curricular activities
play an integral role
in helping students
to mold their lives
and become
well-rounded adults.
in an area of interest to them. One
example of this is our sports assistant
program where students can gain more
experience utilising their umpire or
referee qualification through our Friday
activities program.
naturally in the brain. From sport, drama
or musical endeavours – all are great
examples of activities that promote
endorphin release, which decrease stress
and increase relaxation.
• Encourage commitment and foster a
sense of responsibility • Promote overall personal
development and provide prospects
for future opportunities
Programs such as Cadets, Mock Trial,
Community Service or the Duke of
Edinburgh program all encourage
students to commit to a set program and
provide opportunities for them to give
something back to the community.
The range of skills that students learn
through participating in co-curricular
activities can help them to stand out
to prospective employers. Some of our
co-curricular offerings that help students
to develop desirable work skills include
cadets, media production, mock trials,
public speaking and titrations.
For further information on the hundreds of
opportunities for students, please contact our
Director of Co-Curricular, Ms Jen Patriquin on
[email protected].
• Develop social skills and stronger
relationships with peers
Co-curricular activities sometimes involve
students from varying age groups and
Houses, so students learn how to build
and maintain relationships outside of
their typical peer group. Furthermore,
through sport involvement, teamwork
is an instrumental focus of our sporting
programs.
• Improve time management and
organisational skills
By balancing co-curricular activities with
their academic program, students are
learning valuable time management skills
that can be utilised in other areas of their
life.
• Provide stress relief and relaxation
Participating in a co-curricular activity
can provide students with a break from
their academic work and a shift in focus,
increasing endorphins which are the
mood-enhancing hormones produced
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