At Clonard College we are committed to fostering a dynamic and supportive environment where every member of our community can thrive. Our new strategic plan is built on our commitment to excellence and innovation, inspired by the transformative vision of Kildare Ministries and the call to go ‘one […]
Did you know that your brain can change in as little as 15 minutes? This means that every class, meeting and interaction is an opportunity to enhance your brain by growing more dendrites! In Week 1, Clonard College had the pleasure of welcoming Dr. Judi […]
The Breakfast Club Trial is up and running! Evie, Cavelle and Mia were our Year 11 hosts. These students have been pivotal in the development of the Breakfast Club initiative at the College, along with Bella and Mikayla. Their enthusiasm, input, ideas and support has […]
The Impacts of Mobile Phones on Students in a Learning Environment Distraction from Learning: Phones can be a major distraction, tempting students to check messages, social media, or play games during class and breaks, which can shift their focus away from learning. Mobile phones can […]
If your child has missed out on their school-based vaccinations, it’s not too late to catch up! Secondary school immunisations are provided free to students in Year 7 and Year 10. Catch up for secondary school immunisations is free up to 19 years of age. […]
Assistive Tech Team Challenge 15-16 October What would you invent to make life better for a person living with disability? Clonard entered a Year 9 the first ever Assistive Tech Team Challenge run by Geelong Tech School in partnership with Barwon Health. The team members […]
As part of our commitment to fostering a safe and respectful school climate, Wellbeing Teachers across all year levels are currently delivering a PB4L (Positive Behaviour for Learning) lesson focused on bullying. These lessons emphasize the importance of recognizing, reporting, and seeking help for bullying […]
The Sleep Connection’s Lisa Maltman came to our school recently to share the Sleep for Better Health, Resilience and Performance message with Years 10, 9, and 8 students. Lisa also presented at a parent information evening held at Iona College for families of both Iona […]
I attended Clonard from 2012 -2017. While at Clonard one of my favourite classes was ‘Fit for Action’ with Tonga. The Fyansford Hill climbs we did were brutal, but the lessons I learnt from this activity I have carried through to my life today. I […]
Our Health and Physical Education Learning Leader, Meghan Poirier, shared with all staff ways prefixes are used in teaching vocab: