Congratulations to all the SMLC students who participated at the Lower South East SAPSASA Athletics at Marist Park last week. We had a very successful day with students placing in many events with several selected in the Lower South East SAPSASA Athletics Team which will travel to Adelaide to compete at the State SAPSASA Athletics Carnival later this year
National Young Leaders day was a great experience. We learnt a lot about being a good leader, like being yourself, making good decisions, being a good team mate, and taking time to listen to people. My favourite speaker was Lauren Brant. She told us about being ourselves, determination, being the best you can and making a difference. She was very inspiring. I really enjoyed young leader’s day and I hope that I can become inspirational just like the speakers I saw on the day.
Last weekend Sarah, David, Jordan, Francis, Gary, Kaitlyn, and Chad, together with Mr Buckland, travelled to Mylor Baptist Camp for the first of three retreat weekends connected with their Vetamorphus course. This brought them together with almost 100 other students who were also studying the Cert III in Christian Ministry. The theme for the weekend was ‘Entering God’s Story’ and students spent time looking at the history of the Bible and God’s story of salvation. They also had some free time to catch up with the other students from various schools throughout SA.
Another major component of the weekend was the graduation of the Vetamorphus Class of 2010. We were fortunate to have four ladies return for the graduation. It was great to see Jess, Katelyn, Izzy and Maddy receive their certificates in front of their families and friends. Unfortunately Chris, Sam and Morgan were busy with other commitments and not able to receive their certificates, but hopefully they will receive them at a chapel service in due course.
The retreat helps to kick-start the year for our Vetamorphus students and I am sure they are now looking forward to the year God has in store for them. We can’t wait for the next retreat.
On Tuesday 8th February our School Captain Chris Button represented St Martins at the Lions Youth of the Year Quest. Chris had to participate in an interview, give a prepared speech of five minutes, and two impromptu two minute speeches to members of the club. Lions Youth of the Year are assessed on their community involvement, leadership, general knowledge and academic achievement We are delighted that Christopher was the Mount Gambier winner and wish him all the best as he goes on to regional finals at the end of this month. Chris has been an excellent role model at school and in the community and thoroughly deserves his success.
Congratulations to Will who represented South Australia in Pt Macquarie NSW at the 2010 Golf Championships. A great achievement Will.
Yeates emerged as winners at the end of the day with a very close competition for second and third between Tremelling and Whitty.
Yeates 1,525
Tremelling 1,390
Whitty 1,314
Livingston 945
We are very pleased to announce Dux of St Martins College and received her certificate from Mrs Eckermann at the end of last Friday‟s worship service. Tammy received an ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) of 93.9 and will be moving to Adelaide to study Bio Medical Science at the University of Adelaide Tammy spoke to the whole school and included an encouraging message to the current Year 12s.
“One of the most important things that I learnt during Year 12 was not to compare myself to anyone else.” “I would like to encourage all the students here to make the most of their time at St Martins. It is a wonderful school. I was here for eleven years and it is a very friendly and caring environment.” “I made sure that I asked lots of questions. Even if I asked once and didn’t understand, I kept on asking until I did, or I found other resources to help me understand” “Your teachers are there to help you, so make sure you make the pleased to announce Dux of St Martins College and received her certificate from Mrs Eckermann at the end of last Friday‟s worship service. Tammy received an ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) of 93.9 and will be moving to Adelaide to study Bio Medical Science at the University of Adelaide Tammy spoke to the whole school and included an encouraging message to the current Year 12s. “One of the most important things that I learnt during Year 12 was not to compare myself to anyone else.” “I would like to encourage all the students here to make the most of their time at St Martins. It is a wonderful school. I was here for eleven years and it is a very friendly and caring environment.” “I made sure that I asked lots of questions. Even if I asked once and didn’t understand, I kept on asking until I did, or I found other resources to help me understand” “Your teachers are there to help you, so make sure you make the most of them.”
Introducing our primary and secondary college captains and students elected to the Student Representative Council
School Captains and Staff were officially installed at whole school worship.
Some amazing art work was on show at St Martins Annual Art Exhibition - check it out!
The vocal talent is also amazing – the sweet sweet voices of Jess and Courtney kept us entertained throughout the evening.
The Year 9, 10 guys catered
Y. U. M.
It was a time to dress up
And catch up
Jess thanked the Mayor for opening the exhibition
And also Mrs DB-Delaney for all the hard work putting the show together.
Each class was involved by making a mandela for the exhibition
They were so unique and special
Hope you enjoyed your look at our art exhibition!
