At Tintern, community is at the heart of everything we do. In recent weeks, our school has been alive with events that highlight the many ways students, staff, and families come together to learn, grow, and connect.
The TPG Trivia Night was a wonderful chance for parents and staff to share an evening of laughter and friendly competition. We also welcomed child psychologist Emma-Rose Parsons, who spoke with ELC parents about building resilience, problem-solving skills, and confidence in young people and shared practical strategies that families can use at home.
Our students, too, have been embracing opportunities to challenge themselves. The Year 8 Smoothie Bar gave students a ‘taste’ of entrepreneurial thinking through creativity, teamwork, and risk-taking. Year 9 students also pushed their limits on Winter Camp, developing resilience, confidence, and independence while supporting one another through the challenges of cross-country skiing, mountain biking and rafting. At the same time, senior students have been helping to shape our updated mobile phone and device policies, ensuring their voices are heard in decisions that matter.
These examples, and many more, from Science Week, to 100 days of Prep, the Annual Music Concert, and even ELC visits to the construction site of the VCE Centre building, show how Every moment matters at Tintern. Whether it’s parents connecting at school events, students testing themselves in new environments, or families sharing in the journey, there are countless ways to get involved, explore, and grow together.
Oriana Constable
Assistant Principal
