We are already at Week 4 - Term 2 is flying!

In 2025, I am sharing bites of inspiration from Ted Lasso and the five challenges presented, so far, have been:

1. Courage is the willingness to try.
2. Winning is an attitude.
3. See the good in others.
4. Happiness is a Choice.
5. Optimists take more chances.

As we approach one of the many busy periods in Term 2, I challenge you to have confidence in yourself. Confidence in action involves proactive behaviours that may include taking charge and actively listening to others. It could also involves maintaining a positive body language (open posture, eye contact, and a purposeful stride). Confident people are known for avoiding excuses, embracing challenges, being open to feedback, and actively seeking opportunities for growth.

Important Date Change. Please note the following dates for the 2025 Interhouse Athletics Carnivals.

• Monday 9 June Secondary Athletics Extra events – during period 4, lunch and period 5
• Wednesday 11 June Middle School Athletics Carnival (full day)
• Thursday 12 June Prep – Year 2 Carnival – during Periods 1-3
• Thursday 12 June Year 3-6 Athletics extra events – during period 4, lunch and period 5
• Friday 13 June Junior School (3-6) Athletics Carnival (full day)
• Tuesday 17 June Senior School Athletics Carnival (full day)

Athletics nominations will be communicated via NEST and the College App in Week 5. Students must be nominated by the due date to participate in age champion athletics events.

2025 Musical – The Addams Family. We are pleased to see ticket sales going very well for the Musical. To avoid disappointment, please go to ipswichciviccentre.com.au to secure your seats. We look forward to sharing our kooky and fabulous production of The Addams Family.  

Pink Round on Saturday 17 May. A final reminder to about Pink Round on Saturday 17 May. We encourage all members of the WestMAC community to turn up in pink and support activities that are raising funds for the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Remember to wear pink on Saturday 17 May.

Congratulations go to:

• Dance Company who had a highly successful first eisteddfod at the Ipswich Combined Teachers Dance Eisteddfod,
• Photography Club and Mrs Dawson for outstanding results at the Marburg Show, and
• Our Year 6 Buroijin players, Mr Hogan, Mr Grant and Mrs Marsh for being wonderful ambassadors for our College at the inaugural MetWest First Nations Games Day.

Heath Del Favero

Director of Student Experiences