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Article by Sandra Ritonja | English Learning Area Leader
As the school year moves toward its denouement, the English Faculty celebrates the achievements, growth, and creativity of our students across all year levels. It has been a year of imagination, critical thought, and deep engagement with language in all its forms.
We especially acknowledge our Year 12 students, who have now completed their final examination. The endurance and focus required to sit a three-hour English exam are significant. We commend you for your determination, composure, and the thoughtful ways you approached this milestone. As you turn the page to the next chapter, we encourage you to step forward with curiosity and courage—ready to become the storytellers of your own lives.
Across all year levels, students have explored a diverse range of texts, analysing how writers shape meaning and challenge perspective. They have developed arguments, crafted creative pieces, and reflected on the world through language. In classrooms, we’ve seen lively discussion, strong writing, and moments of genuine discovery—reminders of why reading and writing continue to matter so deeply.
For our junior and middle years, the English classroom has remained a space to experiment, imagine, and find personal voice. Whether through analytical writing or creative responses, students have strengthened their ability to interpret the world critically and communicate with authenticity. As you move forward, remember that you are the main characters in your own stories—your ideas and efforts shape how your narrative unfolds.
As we look toward a new year, we hope all students continue to nurture their creativity and confidence with language. Writing is not only an academic skill but a lifelong means of expression, reflection, and change. To our graduating students—go forth and write your next chapters boldly. To those continuing—keep reading widely, thinking deeply, and writing fearlessly.
From all of us in the English Faculty, thank you for a wonderful year of learning, conversation, and creativity. We look forward to the stories you will tell next.
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Our News // 07 November 2025
Article by Sandra Ritonja | English Learning Area Leader
As the school year moves toward its denouement, the English Faculty celebrates the achievements, growth, and creativity of our students across all year levels. It has been a year of imagination, critical thought, and deep engagement with language in all its forms.
We especially acknowledge our Year 12 students, who have now completed their final examination. The endurance and focus required to sit a three-hour English exam are significant. We commend you for your determination, composure, and the thoughtful ways you approached this milestone. As you turn the page to the next chapter, we encourage you to step forward with curiosity and courage—ready to become the storytellers of your own lives.
Across all year levels, students have explored a diverse range of texts, analysing how writers shape meaning and challenge perspective. They have developed arguments, crafted creative pieces, and reflected on the world through language. In classrooms, we’ve seen lively discussion, strong writing, and moments of genuine discovery—reminders of why reading and writing continue to matter so deeply.
For our junior and middle years, the English classroom has remained a space to experiment, imagine, and find personal voice. Whether through analytical writing or creative responses, students have strengthened their ability to interpret the world critically and communicate with authenticity. As you move forward, remember that you are the main characters in your own stories—your ideas and efforts shape how your narrative unfolds.
As we look toward a new year, we hope all students continue to nurture their creativity and confidence with language. Writing is not only an academic skill but a lifelong means of expression, reflection, and change. To our graduating students—go forth and write your next chapters boldly. To those continuing—keep reading widely, thinking deeply, and writing fearlessly.
From all of us in the English Faculty, thank you for a wonderful year of learning, conversation, and creativity. We look forward to the stories you will tell next.
