By Mr Nick Martin, Assistant Head of Junior School Learning and Teaching

On Tuesday, students in Years 3 to 6 gathered at Canberra International Sports and Aquatic Centre (CISAC) for our annual Community Swim Day. The focus of the day was to have fun and get involved – and the students certainly delivered. The energy was high, the smiles were wide and the spirit of community was unmistakable.

Students rotated through a series of activities that balanced essential water-safety skills with enjoyable, collaborative challenges. Whether practising safe entry techniques, working together in the pool or taking part in novelty-style events, every student had opportunities to participate.

One of the highlights was the Golden Flipper, where we celebrated some of the fastest swimmers in the Junior School. The event drew plenty of excitement from the stands. The House Relays followed, showcasing incredible persistence and determination as swimmers gave their all while the crowd cheered from the sidelines. And of course, the House Chants nearly lifted the roof off CISAC, adding to the vibrant and joyful atmosphere. I’m sure there were more than a few throat lozenges consumed that evening!

A huge thank you to our Director of Sport, Ms Megan Fritsch; Sports Program Coordinator, Mr Alex Timms; Head of Houses, Miss Hayley Oldfield; our dedicated Sport and PE teams; and all Junior School staff who supported the smooth running of the day. We also extend our gratitude to the many families who came along – your encouragement means so much to the students.

Most importantly, congratulations to our students. Their positive attitudes, willingness to participate and enthusiasm made the day the great success it was.