VICE PRINCIPAL - HEAD OF SENIOR SCHOOL
MRS KATRINA BRENNAN VICE PRINCIPAL – HEAD OF SENIOR SCHOOL
STANDING TOGETHER , OUR BOYS
FEEL THEY CAN
OVERCOME CHALLENGES
UNITING THE JOURNEY
YEAR 11 DRAMA IMMERSION STUDENTS UNITE IN PERFORMING FOR MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS
In a world where divisions are rife , the importance of unity cannot be overstated . In a school environment , a sense of community allows all to thrive .
Our aim in the Senior School is to be a place and space where the boys feel safe , supported , known and cared for . We foster a sense that each boy ’ s uniqueness contributes to a strengthened whole , where we cherish difference , and all students feel connected to each other and to their school .
It is our goal to unite our students in their journey . Standing together , our boys feel that they can overcome challenges and that their fellow ‘ Scotchies ’ will support them in all that they do . As they journey through Scotch , we hope to engender a sense of being part of something bigger than themselves ; the historical fabric of the school is tangibly illustrated by the honour boards , photographs , dedications , monuments , songs and traditions , which reference past students and periods of the school ’ s rich history .
This sense of community reaches its pinnacle in Year 12 . In their final days , the boys reflect on their time at Scotch and the experiences and people that have shaped them . If a community is united , diverse opinions , ideas and talents will have shaped each boy ’ s character . You are richer for having worked alongside those who differ from you , and vice versa .
When their examinations are over , our students ’ focus becomes the transition to life outside of Scotch and to their new identity as part of the OSCA community .
As a new member of the Scotch Family , I can feel the sense of camaraderie that exists between our students . I am impressed by the culture of the school and the boys ’ respect for their peers and teachers . At the same time , I am aware that there is always room to build on our strengths , and that we should continue to educate , inspire and guide our students to see the value in all , and to encourage them to be supportive , inclusive and loving in their
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