A very warm welcome to all our returning families and to all those new to the OLMC community. There is no doubt that OLMC is a vibrant and welcoming learning community, and that the student experience is at the heart of everything we do.
The new school year brings excitement, anticipation, and an opportunity for new beginnings. I am excited about what lies ahead for this year.
Setting Goals
As we prepare for a successful year of learning, here are some simple tips to start the year off on a positive note:
- Set goals for your learning. Read and reflect on your Semester 2 report from 2024 and set some goals for your learning for the upcoming year.
- Practise self-care. Make sure you look after yourself throughout the year. Balance your studies with time playing sports or other activities you enjoy doing outside of school. Make sure you also get enough sleep every night.
- Strengthen your support networks. Remember your teachers are here to help you. Reach out to them if you are experiencing any challenges in your learning.
- Be organised. There are lots of ways to be organised. You can create a study plan, organise your folders or computer files for each subject, and organise a space to study at home.
Professional Learning
In 2025 the College Professional Learning program will continue to focus on the collective approach to continuously improve the learning outcomes and wellbeing of all students.
Over the last few years Professional Learning has focused on aligning our teaching approaches, resources, and assessments to support the learning needed to implement curriculum, assessment and pedagogical change.
A whole-school approach provides for common understanding and practices and allowing teachers to share experiences, discuss challenges and support each other in implementing new practices.
This will be evident in the use of Canvas and classroom routines.