INTER-HOUSE SINGING CARNIVAL
Last Friday the Penquite campus was alive with music and energy as students gathered in their Houses for the much-anticipated annual Inter-House Singing Carnival. This cherished event is a key experience in our College’s calendar fostering creativity, challenge and camaraderie across year levels.
All four Houses delivered exceptional performances, with the judging panel declaring it the “closest competition in years”. Ultimately, it was Briggs House who edged ahead with a spirited rendition of ABBA’s ‘Super Trouper’, narrowly surpassing Dean House’s soulful take on ‘Ain’t No Mountain High Enough’. Congratulations to all performers for their enthusiasm and talent along with the supporting staff who guided our students along the journey.
House spirit and vertical connections remain central to our community values, and we continue to seek meaningful ways to strengthen these ties. A highlight this year was the attendance of our Year 5 students from Elphin at House Singing, proudly wearing their new House Graduation polos. These polos, which will be rolled out College-wide in various formats for students and staff, are a vibrant symbol of belonging and pride.
Available from the uniform shop later this year, the polos are designed for House events, Carnivals and themed days. Importantly, there is no obligation to purchase the new design, with the current version remaining acceptable for at least the next two years as part of a phased introduction.
The consultation process for the new polo design has been lengthy and I would like to take this opportunity to thank all staff, students and parents who contributed to the design and consultation process. Your input has helped create something truly special for our College community.
Ross Patterson
Principal
