T2N1 Heritage College Newsletter 2025

FROM THE PRINCIPAL'S DESK

We are delighted to share some of the recent highlights and achievements from our vibrant school community that has been buzzing with activity, joy, and connection.

Celebrating Mums, Grandmas’ and Special Aunties

Our recent Mother’s Day celebration was a heartwarming success! Students were overjoyed to welcome their mothers, grandmothers, and special aunties into the classroom. Together, they engaged in a variety of activities that celebrated the invaluable role these ladies play in their lives. One of the most touching moments was welcoming four generations of one family - what a beautiful testament to the strength of family bonds! All the visitors then enjoyed a scrumptious morning tea.

Following this, our P&F hosted the annual Mother’s Day Stall, raising over $1,300 through the sale of donated gifts. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed - your generosity and support made this event truly special.

Active Learning and Community Engagement

Our Activate Programme continues to nurture the Heritage Active Learner Mindset. Last Friday, our Year 5–7 students participated in a dynamic workshop focused on problem-solving and innovation. This week, some of you will be joining us to provide feedback on their ideas - thank you for being part of their learning journey.

Sporting Spirit and Student Ambassadors

We are proud to have hosted our very first Interschool Chess Competition right here at Heritage College. Our students were outstanding ambassadors, showcasing not only their strategic thinking but also their exceptional pastoral care and sportsmanship.

In addition, our students have been actively participating in Mountain and Biking competitions, with both girls’ and boys’ teams representing the College.  These have had a fantastic team spirit and commendable performances whilst making and reinforcing friends for life.

Health and Safety First

Student and staff wellbeing remains a top priority. We recently facilitated on-site flu vaccinations for staff and the first round of meningococcal vaccinations for our Year 10 students. Thank you for supporting these important initiatives.

Facilities Update: A Fresh New Look

We’re excited to unveil the newly resurfaced basketball court, now featuring a smart Boston Blue rubber surface with fresh basketball and netball markings. Designed to adapt to Oakden’s reactive soil, this upgrade will help prevent cracking. To preserve the surface, we kindly ask that items that apply concentrated pressure such as chair legs and rollerblades be kept off the court to avoid punctures.

Due to growing student numbers and facility use, our muster point has now moved to the Tennis Courts, conveniently located closer the Gym for community hirers.

Your Say Matters

Thank you for your survey feedback to the P&F. Together we have already implemented some of your suggestions, such as clearly labelling special lunches as fundraisers. Your ideas help us grow and improve, and we’re grateful for your involvement in our community school.

We are truly thankful for all the contributions made in support, time, money and prayers for our wonderful school under the good hand of our God knowing ‘Except the LORD build the house they labour in vain that build it.’
(Psa 127 v 1)

Justin Robinson

P&F Association

A number of parents joined a Teams call on Monday 12^th May to review the recent parent P&F survey.  We received 48 responses and 94% of participants were happy with the current level of fundraising.  We also received some good suggestions for new activities and helpful feedback. 

A number of parents were keen to know how much P&F events raise and where the money goes.  A summary of recent activity is provided below:

We would love to have more parent involvement at our meetings.  Come and have a say about how the fundraising is spent and bring your ideas along too.  All parents are members of the P&F automatically! Our next meeting is Monday 11^th August, God willing.

Mother's Day Stall

We’d like to say a BIG “thank you” for all the gifts so generously donated towards our stall - our students had great fun ‘shopping’ for their Mums and we hope Mother’s Day was thoroughly enjoyed by all! Together we raised $1,300 for our school.

GAMES & PUZZLES PLEASE

The Library is seeking donations of good quality board games and puzzles for student use at lunch times.  Please ensure there aren't any missing pieces, and all are in good working order.   Thank you!

Sports Day Review

Our Annual Sports Day was held on Friday, 4 April, and with God’s blessing it was a fantastic day of enthusiasm, action and enjoyment! The students have been building up to this event through sports lessons and lunch time practice sessions during the Term. In Chris’ absence, we’d like to give a huge thank you to Kym Miller, an athletics coach, who stepped up and worked tirelessly with Brad Tregenza to help organise the day, train and inspire the students and bring new ideas and expertise to both Term 1 PE lessons, lunch time and Friday sport training sessions and the actual Sports Day itself. 

We are also thankful for the support of our community for this highlight event, with parents, grandparents and friends all coming along to cheer on our students. Special thanks to our wonderful group of P&F volunteers, capably led by Abbie Mansfield, who ran the food stall, helping make the day a special one, as well as raising a fantastic amount for P&F projects. Also, to the many parents who volunteer to help with scoring, ribbon holding and place-giving – a big thank you!

When it came to revealing the final results, excitement and tension were running high.  It was a great outcome with the Primary house point triumph going to JUDAH, Secondary house point success to REUBEN, and the overall combined points victory for the day going to DAN with a total of 2203 points (followed by Reuben with 2141, Judah 2131 and Ephraim 2008).

Well done to all our students who put in a huge amount of effort and showed fantastic sportsmanship, making it another great Sports Day to go down in Heritage history!

New Records Set & Year Level Champions

A big shout out to Remington Lines who broke THREE records spectacularly on the day!

Annual General Meeting

The Annual General Meeting (AGM) for 2024 operations and finances of Heritage College was held last night. This provided opportunity for the 15 stakeholder ecclesias to gather to learn about the last year’s performance and for member ecclesias to be able to raise concerns or ask questions.

The AGM is required by law as Heritage College is an incorporated business. It is the means to hold the College Council (Board) accountable for their stewardship and to elect Council members.

Three presentations were given: Operations of the College for 2024 through commentary on a scorecard against the key strategic objectives, Key 2024 financial metrics and their comparison to previous years, and an overview of Board Governance Principles and Practice.

The operations report indicated that Heritage College had its highest enrolment number reported in the 2024 census. Significant progress was reported on the second year of the present strategic plan with pleasing academic results continuing to be of a very high standard across the College. Capital improvements were shared in particular the new STEM room, and improvements in support for our parents such as OSHC. Changes to our IT service model was shared and its positive impact on user experiences, digital literacy projects and security. The appreciation and positive impact of volunteers was acknowledged and the support of CRAC with the employment of our gardener.

The Finance report indicated that prudent stewardship enabled a small profit of 1.6 % for 2024 despite costs going up exponentially. The target profit margin for a ‘not for profit' independent school in Australia is between 5-8% profit. We are thankful that the result was supported through the financial support of ecclesial collections and individuals who have loans on deposit at the College. Government funding still pays 71% of the cost of fee income per student as we continue to seek to make the College accessible for all. Capital developments in 2024 were largely helped by a legacy for the STEM room however the IT investment required to support operational needs, had to been facilitated through loans.

The voting saw the re-election of Councillors Scott Robson and Peter Evans and the Council indicated that they are always keen to learn of those wishing to get involved in this rewarding work and to provide resilience and depth of skill sets to the needs of the business. Board governance was also explained and the processes for accountability and succession. The responsibilities of the board in upholding privacy law and compliance constraints were shared to give understanding of what information can and cannot be shared with the wider community.

Coming Up...

Open Day - Save the Date

Multicultural Day – Save the Date

This year, our annual Book Week dress-up parade for all primary students will celebrate Multicultural Day! We’re sharing this early so parents and grandparents can mark this special event in their diaries—and for our super-organised families, no need to plan book-themed costumes just yet!

Secondary Musical

Heritage College Alumni Inspire Global Connections Through Mission Work

Recently, some of our Heritage College alumni (Ella-Jayne Franco, Eden Bennett, and Sian & Sara Nicholls) embarked on a meaningful journey to India, dedicating their time to mission work. Their efforts not only supported local communities but also fostered a special connection between students in the Christadelphian run school in India and our own students here at Heritage College.

As part of their mission work, they encouraged students in India to write Pen Pal letters to our students, creating a beautiful opportunity for cross-cultural friendship and spiritual encouragement. It is inspiring to see how our students, past and present, can connect with others across the world, sharing in the joy of God’s word and uplifting one another in faith.

This initiative reminds us of the power of community and the impact our alumni continue to have beyond the walls of Heritage College.  We look forward to seeing these Pen Pal connections grow and bless both our students and their new friends in India.

Running with Purpose: Heritage Students Shine in "Wings for Life" Event

On 4^th May, ten Heritage College students took part in the Red Bull Wings for Life World Run, joining thousands of runners around the globe in an event that raises funds for spinal cord research. Among the participants were four students (Brayden Gore, Ed Farren, Orlando Galbraith and Owen Arnold) who entered the race as part of their Passion Project subject, and their journey to the start line has been nothing short of inspiring.

Throughout the semester, these students have explored the world of distance running not just as a physical challenge, but as a personal growth project. From designing their own training programs, to learning about injury prevention, stretching, nutrition, and mindset, these young people have demonstrated remarkable self-regulation, agency and intrinsic motivation.

They’ve tracked progress, set goals, reflected on setbacks, and pushed themselves further each week. For these students, it meant stepping well outside their comfort zones, waking early to train or finding other time to fit it into their busy schedules, making healthier lifestyle choices, and learning how to stay mentally strong even when the road got tough.

The results speak for themselves: 7 of our students placed in the top 10 in Australia for their age group, a phenomenal achievement on the national stage!

Yet beyond the rankings and the medals, what stood out most was the genuine passion and perseverance shown by each runner.

This is what Passion Projects at Heritage College are all about, giving students the freedom to pursue meaningful challenges, discover their strengths, and grow into lifelong learners.

Congratulations to all our Wings for Life participants. You’ve run for a cause greater than yourselves, and found purpose, discipline, and joy along the way.

Results as follows:

Under 16 Year old results

• Brayden Gore – 1^st in Australia
• Ed Farren – 2^nd in Australia
• Ari Brumby – 3^rd in Australia
• Boaz Mitsos – 5^th in Australia
• Austy Scott – 6^th in Australia
• Oliver Scott – 7^th in Australia
• Amos Luke – 10^th in Australia
• Henry Lawrie – 27^th in Australia
• Orlando Galbraith – 34^th in Australia (except his timing tracker stopped working part way through, affecting his placing)

Under 18 Year old results

Owen Arnold – 551^st  in Australia

Transforming Technology Use with iPads and Teacher Training at Heritage

At Heritage, we recognise our important responsibility to ensure that our students graduate with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in the future of work, creativity, and inevitable change. A range of skills is crucial for a satisfying and well-rounded life, including physical and health literacy, emotional and social literacy, and digital literacy. Possessing these skills enables students to adapt to a broad range of vocational interests and fields, to think critically and creatively, and to apply digital solutions that can be helpful for themselves and others.

Schools and businesses once relied on desktop computers, with technology activities often confined to isolated sessions at specific times for particular tasks. However, with smartphones, tablets, and increasingly light and powerful laptops, technology has become integrated into all aspects of school and work life. Now, with the rapid development of Artificial Intelligence, being a capable, creative, and ethical user of technology is more important than ever.

Recognising this, the Australian Curriculum has increasingly emphasised digital literacy, online safety, and project-based learning in both Digital Technologies and Design and Technologies. Digital literacy is a capability (or skill) that extends across all subjects and learning areas. Learning aims to foster deeper conceptual understanding and the meaningful use of technology, rather than merely surface-level knowledge or passive consumption of content. While we have utilised iPads for many years due to their portability and flexibility, which allow us to integrate technology more fluidly into classrooms, we have also intentionally invested in staff professional learning to maximise the power of iPads as a learning tool. This empowers students to produce solutions, communicate and collaborate in various ways, generate new ideas, and create unique learning products. Our teachers have completed the Apple Educator badges for iPad, and this year are working to integrate technology usage even more deeply according to the SAMR model.

Our adoption of the SAMR model—Substitution, Augmentation, Modification, and Redefinition—allows us to seamlessly integrate digital tools into our curriculum in meaningful ways. By progressing through these stages, our teachers are transforming student learning in exciting ways, while also maintaining proven traditional teaching methods. This approach ensures that technology becomes an active, not passive, component of the learning process, sparking creativity and critical thinking.

At the Substitution level, technology is used in place of a traditional tool, such as a student using the app Pages to write sentences about their weekend instead of using paper. At the Augmentation level, a student might type sentences about their weekend and then use the iPad's microphone and recording feature to record themselves reading their sentences, listening back to check for understanding, and using features like spell and grammar check.

At the Modification level, students might use the iPad's iMovie app to create a short digital storybook about their text. This could involve incorporating their own drawings (created on the iPad with an app like Freeform, or inserting hand-drawn pictures or pictures from the web), and using their voice recording for narration. They could also rearrange scenes and add details to enhance what they did, felt, and saw during the weekend.

At the Redefinition level, students could use a variety of other apps, such as the iPad's GarageBand, to create background music and sound effects for their storybooks. They could write short scripts and insert videos recreating scenes from the text, incorporating speech punctuation. They might also incorporate interactive quizzes into the storybook and receive written or verbally recorded feedback from classmates. Students can then easily share this work with their parents, providing them with an up-to-date understanding of their child's learning, rather than waiting to see their work at a parent-teacher conference.

Of course, this process begins with common instructional strategies such as discussion, brainstorming, sequencing, and writing. The iPad is used as a tool to enhance this learning, allowing students to apply creative skills and share their work with others in ways that wouldn’t be possible with pencil and paper alone, using technology to create an environment where learning is engaging and forward thinking.

Knowledge and skills in literacy and numeracy are fundamental to our work and a well-rounded education. They are developed by engaging with a variety of textbooks, readers, novels, writing genres, visuals and manipulatives. All of these elements, as well as digital technology, are important and contribute to the development of competent, flexible, and creative Heritage students who will, God willing, graduate with the ability to positively impact our community and the world around them.

Heritage College Online Safety Hub

The oldest students at Heritage College were born in 2007. To give a sense of the online world our children inhabit, this means that before they were even born, YouTube was already hosting tens of millions of videos, including ones which had already “gone viral” and contributed to the popular culture of the time. Students of today don’t just take the Internet for granted – it is a defining feature of culture and life in the World around us. There is an expectation that we will use its tools in our work and be able to navigate challenges that it presents us. 

There can be a lot of benefits to online technology, such as finding useful information, connecting positively with others, and constructive activities like Bible study. But just like any tool, it is important to be aware of the risks so we can use it safely. During the year of 2024, cyber criminals cost the world something like $10 trillion USD. Every day, people are at risk of hacking, scamming, phishing, misinformation, viruses, malware, ransomware, data breaches, identity theft, grooming, cyber bullying, and more. 

To help parents be aware of some of the dangers and what we can do to help out children stay safe, Heritage College has a website called “Online Safety Hub”. This site contains articles and information about current concerns and is kept up to date with advice about new issues as they arise. These articles are written by professionals rather than with a spiritual viewpoint but in this case the “wisdom of the world” shares a common goal with us. The site includes, for example: 

• Reviews of trending software and games, including warnings and suggested ages 
• Advice for parents whose children are just starting to use digital devices 
• Risks of social media and guidance navigating them 
• Information and steps to manage screen time 
• Parental controls to monitor and filter internet access 

https://heritage.onlinesafetyhub.com.au/ 

Lower Primary - Leanne Clark

The Year 1 Wonders have been practising writing stories. Each story needs a setting, characters, and a problem that gets resolved – basically a Who? What? When? Where?

Students have been developing their skills in this area and faced an additional challenge when tasked with writing a story from a first-person point of view. They selected a toy from home or an object from our classroom and crafted a story from the object's perspective. This is a complex skill to master, and when students used their iPads to photograph their chosen object and record a voiceover using the ChatterPix app (which animates the mouth), they realized that their narratives didn’t always stay true to the first-person point of view. This discovery turned into a valuable learning moment, and they are continuing to grow and improve in their writing.

Lower Primary - Jesse Bruce

In Year 2, we explored the wonderful world of Pablo Picasso and his unique Cubist style. We played a fun and creative game called “Let’s Draw Like Pablo Picasso!” First, we drew an outline of a neck, shoulders, and a wonderfully weird-shaped head. Then, using dice, we rolled to determine what kind of eyes, nose, lips, and ears to draw — each roll added a surprise twist to our portraits!

Once our unusual faces were complete, we used bold and bright oil pastels to highlight the quirky features, mimicking Picasso’s expressive and colourful style. The results are fun, funky, and full of character — just like Picasso would have loved!

We hope you enjoy our gallery of wild and wonderful faces!

Middle Primary - Nicole/Naomi

This term in History, students in 3/4LT have been travelling back in time to explore what school life was like in the past! Our 3/4 historians have been curious, engaged, and surprised as they have discovered just how different school was for children many years ago.

To deepen their understanding, students have worked hard to research and create Keynote presentations, comparing various aspects of school life in the past to the schools we know today. From slate boards and inkwells to laptops and interactive whiteboards, the contrast has sparked plenty of conversation and curiosity in the classroom.

As part of this unit, students also took on a creative writing task. They were asked to write a diary entry from the perspective of a child who went to school in the past. This activity allowed them to step into someone else’s shoes and imagine what a day might have felt like, complete with strict teachers, long walks to school, and very different classroom rules and consequences!

We are incredibly proud of the thoughtful work and enthusiasm the students have shown during this unit. It has been a fantastic way to build their understanding of how times have changed and to reflect on the things we might take for granted in our modern-day classrooms.

Here is a snippet of some work for you to enjoy.

Upper Primary - Rachel Morrison

Our bible theme for this term is around Jesus’ Parables. This week we looked at the Parable of the Sower. We began using our creative brains and using our technology skills to express the parable and our understanding of the story. We were tasked to make a stop motion animation of the story, ensuring we showed each part in detail so it was understandable to the audience.

We had to create our characters using plasticine, and the props with whatever we thought would look best. We used cardboard and printed pictures for the backdrop to set the scene. We had the option of leaving the animation as it was or we could edit it and add sound effects or music to enhance the story. Please enjoy our stop motion photos.

Upper Primary - Jason Hauser

This term, our Year 5 and 6 students are on a journey of self-discovery. They’re exploring what makes them tick—uncovering their strengths and challenges, identifying their likes and dislikes, and learning what curiosity really means.

From that curiosity, they’re discovering passions—those things that light a spark inside them. And now, they’re bringing those passions to life through a project of their own design.

On Friday 16^th May, we were visited by a presenter from Activate, an educational organisation, who helped the students choose their topic of interest and begin the planning of their individual passion projects.

Later in the term, when the students have finished their projects, we will share their work, so keep an eye out for that showcase date and come and visit us. 

Primary - Brett Arnold

During Term 2 primary students from Foundation to Year 6 are involved in Friday After-School soccer clinics from 3.30pm – 4.30pm. These are run by Football SA, and they provide their own coaches. This year we have three new coaches which means that they will take some time to get to know our students. One coach (Michael) was with us last year, so recognises most of the students. Each coach has a set routine of drills and as there are four groups, each group rotates through the four stations during the time given. Thank you, parents, for being organised in time to register your child so that this program can be successful. If you haven’t joined and would like to register your child, it’s not too late, as there are still six sessions still to go. Please go to the parent portal for information on how to register. Parents you are also welcome to come out to the oval to cheer on the players! Don’t forget to be in the carpark to collect your child at 4.30pm please.

Lower Secondary - Danielle Smith

The Year 8As are learning about Daniel 7 in Bible Study at the moment. Here are some representations of the Assyrian lion, with its swift wings and fierce nature. No-one chose to draw the more tame Babylonian mode of the lion, standing with a man’s heart and no wings. We learned that the Assyrians were known for their cruelty and empire building but the Babylonians established a stable empire for 70 years and were less notorious. We also learned that the beasts of Ch 7 are God’s view of the kingdoms of this world while Daniel 2 shows the pride the nations have in themselves.

Lower Secondary - Sarah Burney

Last term in Year 10 Bible Study, our focus was on the importance of prayer. We looked at Scriptural models such as the Psalms and the Lord’s Prayer to explore how, when, and why we pray and the attitude of mind that we should have when we approach our God in prayer.

One of the key elements of our Biblical ethos is helping students build a personal relationship with God, and this unit encouraged that through regular reflective practice. Students enjoyed decorating a notebook to use as a personal prayer journal (pictured). For one of our morning lessons each week, the class would head outdoors to find peaceful spots around the school grounds, using the beauty of nature as a backdrop for quiet reflection and prayer.

Lower Secondary - Julie Samuel

Students in Year 9 have been exploring the fascinating world of atoms with a particular emphasis on acids and bases. They have been learning about the everyday applications of these substances and gaining hands-on experience through classroom experiments. One highlight was creating a natural pH indicator using purple cabbage. Students tested a variety of household acids and bases, observing dramatic and colourful reactions that helped bring these concepts to life in a fun and memorable way.​

Upper Secondary -Kirsty Palmer

Cinderella Musical Update!

This term we have started learning all the choreography for the musical. Students have been working hard in lunchtimes, Friday sport and after school on Fridays to master their dance moves. This photo is of all the knights and the illustrious Prince Topher on his noble steed the wheely chair.

The year 11 Creative Arts class is also working hard on their final project, which is making various props, costumes and set pieces for the musical. We can’t wait to show you all our hard work in August!

The musical cast has also received their musical hoodie to wear in terms 2 and 3 so you might see some blue Cinder Crew students wandering around when you visit the school.

** PLEASE NOTE: Sewing volunteers wanted - if you can help sew some costumes for the musical please get in contact with Kirsty. (kpalmer@heritage.sa.edu.au) **

Palace Backdrop Artwork by Azriel Grant

Upper Secondary - Trevor Dodson

The Student Representative Council (SRC) has commenced the school year with some energy and enthusiasm to make a difference to the school experience of fellow students at Heritage College.  Some of the things that we have been busy doing during the first Term of 2025 include:

Fund-raising and events

We held a whole-of-school fundraiser activity to collect donations to help young people from the South Pacific region travel to the Solomon Islands for the South Pacific Youth Conference to be held in December 2025.
Over $2200 was collected through the fundraiser, enough to send four young people to the conference!
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who baked, bought, donated, and supported this initiative. Your kindness and generosity will truly make a difference in the lives of these young people.
We are so grateful to be part of such a caring and supportive community.

Primary SRC

At our Primary SRC meetings we:

• highlighted the need for all sports equipment used at lunch time to be labelled with class names;
• raised the need for some improvements to the school water fountains in the junior playground area;
• asked for some more solid soccer goals for use by Primary students;
• committed to ask our teachers to support us with ways to keep the school grounds litter free.

Secondary SRC

At our Secondary SRC meetings we:

• supported the idea of a whole of Secondary student survey on ways to improve school life;
• thanked the school for upgrading the surface of the basketball courts, and installing a water fountain outside the new STEM room;
• supported the installation of an additional fridge in the study area;
• highlighted the need to improve access to 3D printers in both the tech centre and the STEM room.

Planning is underway for a whole-of-school fun activity to raise funds for the purchase of Heritage College equipment in Term 3 – stay tuned!

We thank all our Primary and Secondary students and School Captains / Vice-Captains for their time, effort, ideas, and contributions to the Student Representative Council.

Upper Secondary - Shannon Kennedy

This term in Fashion and Textiles Design, students are completing a project focused on designing and creating garments. The unit integrates design thinking, project management, and practical use of technology, guiding students through the complete design process; from creating a design brief to producing a finished product.

Students have been developing and refining their ideas, communicating their solutions, and managing their time and resources effectively. They are also building confidence in using technologies safely and skilfully to bring their concepts to life. Students have chosen to make one of the following products: Hoodies, Jumpers, Lounge Pants, Tops and Dresses. With everyone aiming to finish their products by the end of the semester.

HeLP Awards - Foundation Bailye

Myah Gaye for working independently and neatly.

Mila Richards for consistently responsible classroom behaviour.

Amos Maslin for very good listening skills in class.

Hailey Hill for being consistently responsible and respectful.

Aivana Wiafe for making great progress in learning to read and write. 

Amelia Jamieson for 100% involvement in all classroom activities.

April Hill for being organised and diligent.

Rory Fotheringham for quick thinking in Maths.

Hunter Scott for being a very helpful classmate.

HeLP Awards - Year 1 Clark

Estelle Gurd for a positive attitude towards learning.

Victoria Ridgway for participating in all learning enthusiastically.

Calvin Yuile for dedication and care in Art activities.

Albert Plail for increased confidence in completing written tasks.

Hannah Samuel for working hard to learn her lines for our assembly.

Elodie Taylor for consistently trying her very best in all learning tasks.

Allegra Richards for an enthusiastic and resilient attitude.

Luca Mansfield for working conscientiously to learn his lines for our assembly.

Taj Kendall for his enthusiasm for learning and participation in class.

HeLP Awards - Year 2 Bruce

Imara Khokhar for an excellent attitude towards all learning tasks this week!

Margot Wigzell for settling straight back into classroom life post operation.

Daphne Crompton for creating interesting and engaging narrative introductions.

Amos Coish for displaying respect and excellent teamwork for all teachers throughout the week!

Chloe Mansfield for thinking outside of the box to develop a very interesting and detailed narrative character!

Noah Lagowski for always having an excellent attitude towards learning and consistently showing respect within the classroom!

HeLP Awards - Year 2 Morrison

Isabella Arnold for showing good dedication to improving your maths and trying new strategies.

Josephine Johns for showing good dedication to improving your maths and trying new strategies.

Rosanna Nayathottil for showing a positive attitude when making mistakes and learning from them.

Ladd Hill for achieving a perfect week in Think Mentals.

HeLP Awards - Year 3/4 Hummel

Cruz Badams for being respectful towards the teacher and helping out around the class.

Indigo Pillion for diligently working on challenging learning and tackling new challenges with a positive mind.

Amali Richards for consistently trying hard in all areas of her learning and completing her work to a high standard.

Araiana Roncal for being a kind and helpful friend who’s always willing to lend a hand.

HeLP Awards - Year 3/4 Lagowski/Tretola

Frankie Jurevicius for being a kind and caring friend and always looking out for others.

Talitha Deadman for writing an informative and engaging explanation text on ‘How Cyclones Form’.

Willa Pan for showing kindness in the playground!

Evie Richards for consistently showing care and compassion towards others.

Sophie Mitsos writing a fantastic explanation text about ‘How Bees Make Honey’.

Micah Mansfield for being an excellent classroom helper and a kind and thoughtful friend.

Asher Lucas for consistently being an active participant and showing excellent sportsmanship in PE lessons. 

Amber MacKinnon showing fantastic improvement in your writing. Keep up the great work Amber!

Odelia Mansfield for approaching every learning task with great focus, determination and a strong desire to do her best.

HeLP Awards - Year 3/4 Wiafe/Witton

James Ward for entering into all tasks with enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.

Harry Hill for being a friendly and happy class member who tries his best, always.

Eden Crispin for being an attentive and reflective student and a thoughtful class member. 

Zoe Schulz for excellent thoughtful answers in Novel Study. 

Adeline Kruger for excellent listening and engagement in class activities. 

Edison Liu for asking for help and for excellent engagement in class.

Moses Petiet for responsibly and thoroughly tidying up the classroom every time he is asked. 

Eden Maslin for doing her best in every task and being unafraid to challenge herself. 

Isabelle Jamieson for doing her very best work in all subjects - especially Art and Writing.

Grace Edgecombe for always being kind and for always being willing to help. 

Mia Morgan for working diligently in all subject areas.

Elka Arnold for resiliently giving everything a go and having a great attitude in Maths.

Silas Camplin for improved focus on his classwork.

Macey Neil for giving everything a go with a positive attitude and for excellent work in explanation writing. 

Zengyi Jin for neat and careful bookwork in spelling and writing. 

Jachin Parry for always participating enthusiastically in all subject areas.

HeLP Awards - Year 5/6 Hauser

Jacob Knowles for consistently helping with classroom jobs without being asked.

Elaina Kruger for cheerfully working to a high standard throughout the week.

Ashton Galbraith for creative use of Freeform to showcase his texture challenge.

Sophie Perks for being consistently on task, showing respect and diligence.

Parker Scott for creativity and effort shown in his adventure diary.

Asaph Mitsos for respectful and hardworking character shown.

HeLP Awards - Year 5/6 Healy

William Oliver for a well-executed, careful and precise Maths investigation.

Harrison Arnold for extending his thinking and challenging himself in maths investigations and problem solving.

Rachel Oliver for demonstrating reflective thinking and learning initiative in class.

Ochre Gibbs for always demonstrating a cheerful, responsible and respectful attitude to all learning.

Nathanael Thiele for resiliently and cheerfully catching up on missed work.

HeLP Awards - Year 5/6 Morrison

Jayne Davis-Shugg for being persistent and focused while doing her math.

Winston Fotheringham for showing resilience and persistence in math.

Ivan Pan for showing creativity and challenging himself to make improvements on his work.

Learning Support Coordinator - Hannah Mitchelson

As the Learning Support Coordinator, I work closely with teachers and School Services Officers (SSOs) to provide support for students with additional needs at our school. My role involves a variety of responsibilities, including leading targeted intervention programs to support student learning, liaising with teachers and parents about students requiring extra assistance, and ensuring that documentation such as Individual Education Plans (IEPs) are accurate and up to date. I also manage the necessary paperwork to secure appropriate funding for our students and collaborate with external professionals including Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Psychologists, and Physiotherapists.

Supporting our students—and their families—is a responsibility I value deeply. My goal is to help ensure that every child has the opportunity to thrive and enjoy a positive, inclusive educational experience.

Access to Outside Agencies

At Heritage College, we work closely with a range of external providers offering services in occupational therapy, speech pathology, psychology, and physiotherapy. If you are interested in accessing any of these services for your child, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

If you have concerns about your child’s learning, behaviour, or development—or simply wish to talk about your child’s needs—I am here to help. You can reach me at hmitchelson@heritage.sa.edu.au

I look forward to working with you and your child to ensure their educational journey is a successful and supported one.

2025 TERM 2 KEY DATES

April 28th - July 4th

• May 26th Buddy Class
• May 27th Parent Information Night via ZOOM - Year 9/10 Relationship Sessions
• May 30th P&F Lunch Day
• June 5th Open Day
• June 6th Student Free Day/Staff Development Day
• June 9th Public Holiday
• June 10th-13th Year 9-11 Exams
• June 12th-13th Year 7-10 Focus Days
• June 16th Semester 2 Begins (Year 7-11)
  
• June 23rd Primary Instrumental Assembly
• June 23rd Mid-Year Foundation Transition Morning
• June 23rd Council Meeting
• June 25th P&F Lunch Day
• June 27th Year 5-7 Activate Showcase
• June 30th-July 4th Secondary Careers Week
• June 30th Parent & Alumni Career Presentations
• June 30th Mid-Year Foundation Transition Morning
• July 1st Industry Pathway Expo
• July 2nd Careers, Resumes & Enterprising Sessions
• July 3rd Primary Semester 1 Reports Published to Parent Portal
• July 4th Secondary Semester 1 Reports Published to Parent Portal
• July 4th Last Day of Term 2

2025 TERM DATES

• TERM 1:  Tuesday January 28th - Friday April 11th
• TERM 2:  Monday April 28th - Friday July 4th 
• TERM 3:  Monday July 28th - Friday September 26th 
• TERM 4:  Monday October 13th - Friday December 11th

HERITAGE CONTACTS

Principal  Justin Robinson
Business Manager  Adrian Maycock
Enquiries Front Desk

Staff Contact Details available on Sentral under "Resources:Miscellaneous Information: Heritage Contact List"

COUNCIL MEMBERS

Scott Robson - Chairman/Human Resources | Tea Tree Gully ecclesia
Rod Case - Finance | Enfield ecclesia
Peter Evans - Deputy Chairman | Salisbury ecclesia
Steve Jeffress - Secretary| Enfield ecclesia
Nathan Jolly - Community | Cumberland ecclesia
James Mansfield - Treasurer | Mount Barker ecclesia 
Graeme Shugg - Councillor | Salisbury ecclesia