During the isolation period the enrolments team at Shire Christian School have been busy preparing for next year and beyond, with enrolments into Prep, Kindergarten and Year 7, 2021 filling quickly.
We welcomed three new students to Year 10 this term, in what can only be described as an extraordinary introduction to a new school.
In preparation for the imminent school closure, we invited them in for an information session to meet their Pastoral Care teacher, Year Coordinator, and some of their classroom teachers. Deputy Principal, Mr Stonestreet, showed the new students how to access online learning on their new Chromebooks and they promptly took on the task of navigating not only a new school environment but also online learning within that environment.
One student said “I was able to meet my classmates online. Mr Newton introduced me to everyone and I felt as welcomed online as I did coming onsite.”
Another of the new students said that he enjoyed the online classes and was able to access recorded videos for anything he didn’t quite understand at first. Both agreed that they were thankful to finally be now learning face-to-face at school.
Each term we hold a school tour inviting families considering enrolment to come and see our school in action, meet some of our students and ask questions of our school Executive. It is always a highlight meeting people who are interested in the school and showing them our beautiful campus and facilities. Because of the current safe distancing advice, we are unable to continue group tours at the moment. We are however introducing an online information session and live Q&A for prospective enrolments. The next information evening is on Monday 1 June and will provide an overview of the school, showcasing some of our facilities and programs. The webinar will be hosted by our Executive staff and there will be an opportunity for attendees to ask questions after the presentation. If you know of anyone who is interested in our school and might benefit from the webinar, please direct them to our school website to make a booking.
If you have any questions about enrolments at Shire Christian School please send me an email or phone 8525 5111. I'd love to speak with you.
Mrs Terry Mann
Registrar
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