Head of Secondary
Mr Steve Lobsey | Head of Secondary
“When I was a child, I spoke like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I gave up childish ways.” 1 Corinthians 13:11
Adolescence is an exciting, troubling, opportune, and confusing time. Having all of those experiences rolled into one is a good picture of what life can be like for our secondary students as they work out who they are and where they belong.
The movement from childhood into to adulthood is an unfolding one, seen in the maturing of our young people in physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual ways. When I reflect on how I have seen this maturing in myself and others, the characteristics that stand out to me include:
- Taking responsibility for myself and my actions
- Admitting when I make mistakes
- Admitting when I need help (I’m still working on this one!)
- Thinking of others more and of myself less
- Doing what is right even if it is unseen or unpopular
- Being strong in my own identity and being less affected by the opinions of others
Watching students progress in these areas is a delight as we celebrate them becoming adults. While all of the points above tend to develop over time, what characterises them collectively is that they are all decisions. I can choose whether to admit I made a mistake or to make an excuse. I can choose whether to inconvenience myself to help someone. In each decision we make, we choose whether to be more like an adult or more like a child.
At Green Point, we want to be God-centred, people-oriented, independent yet collaborative, mature young men and women in the world. So although the road to maturity carries great complexity – the staff are committed to walking alongside the students as they navigate the path from childhood to adulthood.
Years 11-12 Parent Teacher Interviews
Interviews for Years 11 and 12 students are being held Tuesday 21 February from 4:00pm until 8:00pm in the MPC. Students are encouraged to attend these interviews with parents.
Bookings close on Monday 20 February at 4:00pm.
To make a booking: Access your Parent Lounge with your username (previously supplied) and password.
The easiest way to learn how to book your appointment is to watch the short video once you have accessed your account, under 'School Links' tab and select 'Help Videos'.
Please note - David Russell will be available on the evening for parents and students wishing to see the Careers Advisor. Please phone reception 4369 1266 to make these bookings with Mr Russell.
Parents of Years 7 - 10 students
Parents of Year 7 students will have an opportunity to meet the Year 7 teachers on Tuesday 7 March 2023 and the Years 7-10 Parent Teacher Interview evening will be held on Tuesday 4 April 2023. Bookings will open 28 March 2023.
Parent Digital Safety Webinar
As a College we see the need to not only equip our students but also our parents as they raise the next generation. To that effect we have invested in an opportunity for all out parents to participate in a webinar focused on 'Raising Kids in a Digital World'. I strongly encourage all parents to register for this 90 minute course on Thursday 23 February. By registering you will also unlock the ability to replay the webinar at a later date. More information about the webinar and how to register has been emailed directly to families from the College.
