Term 3 has been our busiest term so far and we still have 2 weeks to go! Most of the projects voted on by the student body have either been completed or are being finalised in the coming weeks. 

We started the term with a visit to the City of Joondalup (COJ) Youth forum and cabinet meeting on the 16^th August. The Year 10’s used their voice to provide feedback and ideas on what the COJ can do better for our youth. They then had the opportunity to see the local council debate and vote on current issues in our community. 

The Footy Colours Day on the 1^st September was the absolute highlight of our year and we could not be prouder of everyone getting on board. James Lun, our school captain, even sacrificed his locks for the occasion and between fundraising and the free dress and hairspray on the day, over $2000 was raised for kids with cancer continue their education. Also, a big thank you to Mr O”Neill and his Belridge Beats for providing the tunes on the day.

Another project was the painting of a tree for the Blue Tree Project on R U OK Day on the 8^th September. The Blue Tree project was started by a group of friends to raise awareness for mental health and ignite conversations after losing a friend. The blue tree will be registered and hopefully anyone driving along Ocean Reef Road can see the tree and start their own conversations around mental health. See article and pictures in Academic Life and Learning. 

Also, the handball squares that topped the votes have been added around the school, catering to our active students at recess and lunchtimes.

Jade Wright
Student Council Coordinator
and Humanities & Social Science Teacher