At SCAS, we believe Wellbeing to be a holistic state of balance between the spiritual, emotional, social, physical and cognitive self. We strive for all members of our community to be positive and productive contributors to our school, the land and society.
We proactively strive to enhance the academic, social, physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing of each student through our K-12 Wellbeing Framework. The scope and sequence followed during Wellbeing time complements our Personal Development, Health and Physical Education curriculum and targets social and emotional learning (SEL). This is a learning process through which all young people acquire and apply the knowledge, skills and attitudes to develop healthy identities, manage emotions and achieve personal and collective goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain supportive relationships, and make responsible and caring decisions (CASEL).
At SCAS, we acknowledge the strong connection between wellbeing, academic achievement and flourishing in life. As a Deep Learning community, our students are engaged in learning that is purposeful and significant to them. They are curious students, who take time to notice and to wonder and drive their own learning. The teachers facilitate this through the use of real-world examples that provide direction to align learning with the curriculum. We know that conditions that support Deep Learning are also good for our wellbeing and help students become their best selves. Our wellbeing focus underpins every classroom, sporting or cultural activity at the school.
St Columba is proud to be an active member of the local Port Macquarie-Hastings community, as well as being connected to the wider global village. Our students are encouraged to support and drive community initiatives at every opportunity to foster and promote a caring, empathetic and selfless attitude. Some of our community service initiatives include fundraisers, the Duke of Edinburgh scheme, Rotary Interact and Earlyact Clubs, ANZAC Day March and various community volunteering opportunities.
The Primary and Secondary Student Leadership Committees are designed to provide leadership of the student body and are actively involved in organising the School’s assemblies, Chapel and other liturgies, fundraising activities, and social functions. The Committees also serve as forums for discussion and initiatives, allowing students to have input into decision-making processes that affect student life. Additionally, there are other opportunities to develop leadership skills by participating in groups like the Sustainability Committee, Interact, EarlyAct, as well as various ad hoc committees and initiatives.
Our Peer Support program offers students the chance to become tutors, mentors, and role models for their peers, creating meaningful connections across all year levels from Kindergarten to Year 12. This program builds confidence, leadership, and communication skills while fostering a supportive school community. Whether guiding younger students or collaborating with peers, participants gain valuable experiences that help shape their personal growth and sense of responsibility.
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