On the first day, students travelled to Lorne to complete the Live Wire high ropes course, followed by lunch on the Lorne foreshore. They then visited Aireys Inlet Lighthouse before setting up camp in Anglesea. Over the next two nights, students had to prepare and cook their meals in cooking groups and camp in tents. The activities on offer to the students were a range of water sports such as surfing, stand-up paddle boarding and surf kayaking, along with horse riding and bushwalking. This enriching experience, guided by teachers, encouraged students to step out of their comfort zones, overcome challenges and build confidence.

The students also took part in community service days at Trinity, beginning with participating in a community cook, preparing meals to stock St Vinnies foodbank for those in need. They then visited the residents of Mercy Place Colac to connect with people in the community. To conclude the day, students attended a session with St Kilda football legend Steve Baker on Resilience, Determination and Grit.

A total of 327 meals have been delivered to St Vinnies from our Year 10 Community Cook. What an amazing effort by everyone involved. As a school community we should be proud of what the staff and students have accomplished.

Ms Sarah Borch
Year 10 Level Coordinator

After a tour of camp, students jumped straight into activities Wednesday afternoon. They challenged themselves by participating in the Giant Swing, hoisting themselves into the air then pulling a cord that sent them flying! Others raced on a flying fox, abseiled down a wall, took a ‘Leap of Faith’ jumping from a pole and paired up to take a leisurely canoe around the lake.

Thursday, we welcomed our guest speaker Luke Kennedy who spent the day with students talking about his own personal journey and his road to redemption. His story inspired our students, willing them to think about their own journey and where they are headed. He discussed our themes of gratitude and empathy, helping others and becoming the best version of ourselves.

Students enjoyed the activities across the three days as well as having time to connect with their peers and teachers. The feedback from students and staff has been extremely positive. This was a wonderful experience for all and made staff proud to be the teachers of such an amazing group of young people.

Ms Louise van Dugteren
Year 11 Level Coordinator

One of the highlights was the students dressing up in eccentric op shop clothes for the evening out. They absolutely sparkled and looked amazing, making an evening full of laughter, joy and a sense of unity. It was a perfect representation of the fun and growth the students were experiencing together. Well done and thank you to all involved.

Mrs Jade Elborough
Year 12 Level Coordinator

Beyond the practical techniques, students explored the history behind how coffee became the drink we see today and proper storage methods to maintain quality. To round off the experience, they learned how to clean and maintain the coffee machine. Upon completion, each student received a certificate, marking their achievement in barista training.

Final scores:

In addition to the overall team success, Trinity had several standout individual performances, with age group champions in the junior divisions:

A huge congratulations to all those swimmers who have made it through to the Greater Western Championships in Horsham on Wednesday 26 March. And, well done also to the students who volunteered for extra events, stepping up to support the team. Your dedication and effort truly demonstrated the Trinity difference!

Mrs Jane Hawker
Learning Area Leader: HPE & Sports Coordinator

The Yellow Zone describes when our energy is higher and our internal state starts to elevate. Our emotions get a little stronger. We may be experiencing stress, frustration, anxiety, excitement, silliness, confusion, nervousness, be overwhelmed, or have the wiggles when in the Yellow Zone.

In the Yellow Zone we may need to take action to regulate to manage our energy and feelings as they get stronger. For example, if we are feeling energetic at the lunch table it helps to use caution and take a deep breath, so we do not spill something.

If we are feeling nervous before our performance, we can slow down our racing thoughts and speech by using a mindfulness tool. When we are frustrated, and pause to take notice, we can decide to take a break to collect ourselves before we say something we regret.

Youth Anxiety

“Untreated anxiety disorders in children can lead to more serious issues in adulthood. Parents need to educate themselves so they can identify the symptoms early.” - Dr Michael Carr-Gregg

Youth Anxiety | Trinity College - Colac

Please be advised that the upcoming Headspace Workshop has been postponed. We will provide an update with the new date once it has been confirmed.

Thank you for your understanding.

Trinity College Colac Wellbeing: Nurturing Minds, Supporting Growth

Firstly, World Water Day is an important reminder of the vital role water plays in our daily lives and the challenges many communities face in accessing clean water. World Water Day encourages people to protect and preserve water resources. It is a day to raise awareness about water conservation, pollution and the need for sustainable water management so that we can better understand the value of water to ensure that future generations have access to this precious resource.

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Secondly, we’re inviting the Trinity community to take part in Earth Hour by turning off the lights for one hour this Saturday 22 March from 8.30pm to 9.30pm. More information can be found here: https://www.earthhour.org.au/

The purpose of Earth Hour is to raise global awareness about climate change and the importance of environmental sustainability. Individuals, businesses, and communities participating together in this event engage in collective action to reduce energy consumption and highlight the need for urgent environmental action. At home, Earth Hour is a great opportunity to unplug from screens, reduce energy consumption and reflect on the importance of global climate action. At schools, or in communities, Earth Hour encourages us to trial more sustainable habits, employ mindful and electricity-free methods of education and connect with each other and nature while also raising awareness of global climate action. Teachers and classes across Trinity College will be involved, where possible, in the school’s version of Earth Hour on Friday 21 March, switching off unessential technology for an hour to promote appreciation of simple and achievable methods of reducing our negative impacts on the environment.

Mrs Sarah Glennen
Sustainability Coordinator