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On the 16th of February Year 7 were fortunate enough to participate in camp at Teen Ranch. With camp being so early in the school year, it is used as a platform for students to build new friendships and connections with peers and teachers, develop life long skills and challenge themselves physically and mentally. 

Over the three days and two nights students would participate in activities such as canoeing, climbing, giant swing, swimming skills, bush skills, horse riding and archery. Through each activity they were guided by their learning group mentors and Teen Ranch leaders to ensure that they would develop leadership skills, overcome obstacles and build confidence within themselves.

During the first evening of camp, year 7 received a visit from their College House Leaders who were continuing a long running tradition at John Therry Catholic College. During the evening students were able to share a meal and conversation with the leaders which gave them an opportunity to gain an insight into Leadership at JTCC. After sharing meals with the leaders, students participated in a liturgy and were led through house chants with individual leaders. Many students utilised the activity to build a stronger relationship with their house and build house spirit. 

Overall the camp was a great opportunity for students and teachers to move past barriers such as fears and experience a new challenge. These lifelong skills enable students to have confidence in themselves and achieve goals that they previously may have thought could not be achieved. 

Mr Matthew Tran - Year 7 Coordinator

Student: Alice Stephenson

“Camp was important to me because it cemented me with a whole bunch of people that I wouldn't normally surround myself with.

Camp made me experience things that you wouldn't necessarily do in your everyday life. Teen Ranch was a good place to go camping for the start of the year because it includes everybody in everything that other people are doing.

My favourite moment of going to Teen Ranch was everything, starting from rock climbing to horse riding because I knew I wasn't doing it alone. If it was my first time it was also someone else's first time. The staff at Teen Ranch were also really encouraging when we were doing our activities.

At the start of camp I thought it would be a bit challenging making friends but also connecting with others that l don't normally put myself with and this camping trip really changed the way l see that. I became friends with my whole homeroom group and it was amazing.”

Student: Tyleaha  Tomkins

“Camp was important to me because I overcame some fears of mine which are heights. I was able to participate in the giant swing which was personally scary for me but my peers were there for me and cheering me on. That's what got me to get the courage to do it and it made me feel good about myself.

There were a whole bunch of people there I didn't know and people I wouldn't normally play with but I only hung out with the group of people I usually hang out with. My favourite part about camp was the Teen Ranch Staff. They were really helpful and kind. They cooked our meals everyday, our breakfast, lunch and our dinner. The food was so delicious and they were even more kind by even letting us participate in some activities like rock climbing, horse riding and many more. Now that's stuff that you probably don't do in your everyday life, for me the hardest thing for me at camp was socialising. Socialising is not really my thing. I just like to draw or do something quiet in my own space. I usually don't talk a lot either.  It was hard because of how many people were there talking to each other there and i got jealous because they had the courage to go talk, I didn't but i was being myself and that's all that matters. Though overall camp was fun and I enjoyed it, I hope I will get to go back soon!”

Student: Sienna Marelic

“Camp was important to me because I overcame my fears of large horses and heights by trying my best and trying new things. It made me feel good about myself and it made me feel even better when my friends and classmates cheered me on which gave me the encouragement to give it a go.

“I was excited because l was able to participate in so many fun activities as well as go on my first ever camp! My favourite activity was the rock wall because l was able to climb and feel like l was spider man. Horse riding was surprisingly fun because l have never rode a horse before and l was on a big horse that made me feel like l had no control but still let me control it. The rock wall was challenging because of how high it was but l overcame this barrier and tried my best. Making new friends was also a fun experience because l was able to socialise and make new friends. I also realised that l was pretty good at basketball and this wouldn't have happened if l didn't meet new people. The teachers were really good on camp because they supported me with every activity (especially Mr Do). They made me realise that l could complete every activity. Overall l had heaps of fun at camp”

Student: Alegra Di Fazio 

“Wow! camp is just phenomenal. I cant believe the amazing things I got to experience, and got to do such as rock climbing, giant swing and canoeing. The positivity and smiling faces puts everyone in a bright and happy mood . Something I loved about this camp is the amount of opportunities you have and to be out there and give everything ago as well as overcoming fears. You can always rely on the amazing instructors for guidance and help and they will be there when you need them. Overall I think that camp was a really fun and crazy experience and I got to bond with new people and make many new friends along the way.”