On Friday of Week 8, our Year 8 students wrapped up the semester with a vibrant and engaging Wellbeing Day! We were thrilled to kick off the day with a dazzling performance by Andy from The Circus Challenge, who brought energy, laughter, and awe to the room.

After a shared recess, students rotated through a series of wellbeing-focused activities. One session unpacked the nature of stress, and explored the coping strategies we can use to manage it effectively. Another challenged students to apply their growth mindsets as they worked together to solve clues and beat the clock in an exciting escape room experience.

In the final session, we reunited with Andy to learn the secrets behind his circus tricks. This hands-on workshop encouraged everyone to step outside their comfort zones, embrace the challenge of learning something new, and celebrate the process of growth. It was inspiring to see students embrace being a beginner, persist through difficulties and demonstrate resilience and a willingness to try - key elements of a growth mindset. This should serve as a wonderful reminder when approaching any new topic throughout Semester 2.