PRINCIPALS MESSAGE
A GREAT TERM 2
As we come to the end of Term 2 I realise that a great deal has been achieved at John Therry by both the students and Staff. Quality teaching and learning is taking place and we move to the formal reporting period that will reflect this. The Staff have been very busy marking assignments and classwork in preparation for these.
We have also been through some very sad and draining times where the community has come together and provided support for those who needed it. I was particularly impressed by the care and respect shown by the students to each other in such times. Truly, John Therry is a special community and it is in the tough times that we are tested.
HALF YEARLY REPORTS and P/T/S INTERVIEWS
I ask that all parents read the Half Yearly Reports of their children and discuss the contents with them. Whilst schools have changed dramatically since you attended, research is clear that students with parents that take an interest in their child’s learning and progress, perform better.
We also have the opportunity to discuss the reports with the Staff on Thursday afternoon/evening and Friday morning. These discussions should be in two halves. The first describing where your child is presently in their learning journey and the second discussing ways forward to improved results.
CONGRATULATIONS TO SPORTS TEAMS
We have enjoyed another Term of sporting success in the MISA (Macarthur Independent Schools Association) competition. While all teams played well and several finished as runner up in their respective competitions, we congratulate the winners. More is in the sports section of the Newsletter.
Yr 10 – 12 Boys Softball
Yr 7 – 9 Mixed Frisbee
Yr 7 – 9 Boys basketball
I wish all students and their families a wonderful and safe holiday break.