Year 7s Enjoy Camp
Our Year 7 students and staff had a fabulous three days away at Cape Bridgewater on 23-25 February. The three days of camp were filled with activities that challenged students and encouraged them to step outside their comfort zone.
A significant element of Year 7 camp is an opportunity for students to continue to develop friendships by spending time with each other outside their homeroom, sharing meals and participating in activities in mixed groups. It is a camp that establishes a great foundation for the future years at Mercy. After spending three days away we can attest that our new Year 7 cohort are a kind, supportive, go-getter group.
The Year 7s sand boarded the dunes at Swan Lake, surfed the waves at Cape Bridgewater, explored the Bat Ridge Caves, toured the seals and enjoyed a boat ride. They capped off the camp with a scenic walk around the Cape.
We witnessed laughter, triumph, determination, resilience, first time experiences, incredible support for each other in various activities and willingness to not shy away from the challenges and activities that were presented to them.
A highlight for many was Mr Harkin and Mr Woodmason’s brilliant trivia night. Our students were quizzed with famous faces, Mercy’s history and values, general knowledge and some entertaining quarter time and half time challenges! We thank Mr Harkin and Mr Woodmason for all their work in creating this evening.
The camp has left our students with a mix of favourite activities and moments. We are hopeful they shared these with their families and had a well earned rest on their return on Friday.
We thank all staff who attended and made this an eventful and memorable camp! And a huge 'Thank You' to our Year 7s for helping make this camp a very enjoyable one!
