This value shone throughout the year group in Term 2, when the boys participated in ballroom dancing lessons over seven consecutive weeks, culminating in a 1950’s themed social held at Mercedes College. Demonstrating great maturity, students waltzed out of their comfort zone and interacted positively with the Gilkison Dance Studio instructors, as well as the staff and students from Mercedes, where their friendships have blossomed over the last three years. Later in Term 3, students conducted themselves impeccably and mixed with students from a variety of schools when invited to a social at Perth College, enhancing the likelihood of similar socialising opportunities occurring in future years. The ceremonial conclusion to the Year 9 Becoming Men program involved students having the opportunity to invite a positive role model in their life to celebrate their attainment of a Becoming Men badge. This followed discussions during pastoral workshops where the intention was for students to identify a role model close to them who displays high levels of character and resilience that they can aspire to follow. This was aimed to counter the fact that in modern society, a student’s options for role models can be tainted by traits of aggression and dominant masculinity that are not indicative of a genuine Man for Others. The Becoming Men of Trinity breakfast and ceremony was a fantastic occasion and a highlight of the year for many students and staff involved. It was wonderful to see the boys receive their badges from their mother, father, sibling, grandparent, coach/teacher or family friend, some of whom had benefitted from attending the Understanding Adolescent Boys parent information night early in the year. The shared affirmations were very moving with the badges being attained through being a group leader, primary school (Year 5) mentor or via the achievement of a set goal or completed project such as learning a new language or instrument.
BROTHERHOOD This trademark value related to building on the culture developed since 2016 where students have prioritised putting the best interests of others first.
Similarly, the continued incorporation of Inter-PCG competitions such as debating, basketball and volleyball this year has meant that each boy has fostered a keen sense of belonging and it has built a great deal of spirit amongst the PCGs. Each student was challenged to develop their leadership skills where the objective was to take on greater responsibility and be proud of caring for others. Having the Becoming Men program and Duke of Edinburgh Award available to the Year 9 students boosted the growth of the ‘brotherhood’ amongst the cohort and I thank Mr Phil Jurjevich (’85) and Mr Corey Miskiewicz for their brilliant work in coordinating these pastoral extensions. It is pleasing to know that the skillsets formed can be followed through into Year 10 and beyond. I sincerely thank the outstanding Year 9 pastoral care group teachers, many of who have been with the group since they started in Year 7. The strong rapport and mutual respect that’s nurtured has been an important factor in ensuring each boy in the cohort feels connected and valued. I also extend a special thank you to the Deputy Principal for Year 9, Mr Anthony Byrne, who’s been exceptional in his support for me, the staff and the students. Thanks to profound teaching and the exemplary leadership of many, including the hard-working PCG Councillors, the boys have taken on the message that knowledge is important, but acting on it will now be the key. As the Class of 2021 moves from Middle School to being Senior School students, I am confident that they are taking the necessary strides towards creating an indelible imprint on the College for fashioning a positive learning environment and collectively evolving as compassionate Men for Others. Mr Andrew Jenkin Head of Year 9
TRINITY COLLEGE ANNUAL 2018
The spiritual growth within the brotherhood was evident
during their earnest participation in the year level Masses and the Galilee retreat during Term 4. Listening to the boys reflect on the lessons learned through Jesus and how they can transfer this knowledge into embracing those around us was impressive.
YEAR 9 STUDENT COUNCIL BACK ROW: Jonas Soares Mendes, Jack Le Goueff, Dante Holdsworth, Xavier Dawson, Mr Andrew Jenkin, Amato Amato, Luke Alderslade, Ben Tucker, Alexander Homsany FRONT ROW: Jarrad Wood, Xavier Adamos, Lachlan Eames, Harley Jennings, Nathan Le, Liam Santoro, Preston Campbell
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ABSENT: Lucas Siciliano
