TASC exams have concluded and I want to thank all who joined me in praying for our seniors during the exam period. As always, exams present unexpected situations that we need to negotiate - and in every way, we work as strong advocates for our students.
This week also saw the panel of examiners for Art Production and Art Studio Practice visit to assess our students' portfolio of works. After this, selected pieces of work are chosen to be exhibited as part of the ArtRage exhibition.
ArtRage is an annual initiative of the Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery (QVMAG) that exhibits the top works from young Tasmanian artists in years 11 & 12 studying Art Production or Art Studio Practice as part of their Tasmanian Certificate of Education.
The artworks are selected by QVMAG from works shortlisted by the art teachers of the various Colleges. The works exhibited reflect the originality of the individual students and the creativity that is encouraged by these schools.
This year we had works chosen from three of our seniors: Sophie Cox, Chloe Hollingsworth, and Anneka Wells. To have so many chosen from such a small cohort is evidence of their commitment to their work, and the inspiration and support they receive from their art teacher, Ms Jo Hoare. Congratulations are well deserved.
This rounded off a week where, once again, the College has achieved at exemplary levels. Earlier in the week, we were advised that, of 204 schools who competed nationally, St Brendan-Shaw College's Cows Create Careers advertisement won with a staggering 38% of the total vote. Again, the support that students receive from their teachers, in this case, Ms Elizabeth Temple, has seen them achieve at excellent levels.
Next week ends with a long weekend for the Devonport region, but prior to that, we have our final farewell for the graduating class of 2021. This commences with their Graduation Mass, followed by the Valedictory Dinner.
As always I pray that we stay safe and keep happy.
Frank Pisano
