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The Power of Enthusiasm

The View - Aug 22, 2025

One of the greatest qualities we can bring to our learning and to our school community is enthusiasm. Enthusiasm is more than just excitement. It is the energy and commitment we put into the things that matter to us. When students approach their studies, sports, or creative pursuits with enthusiasm, they open the door to deeper learning, new opportunities, and the satisfaction of personal achievement.

Across our school, we see many examples of enthusiasm in action. In the Humanities Department, for example, enthusiasm has been the driving force behind some outstanding student work. Whether it’s exploring the environment and its human interactions in Geography, or assessing the big ideas and events in History, or evaluating the law system, in Legal Studies, students who bring passion and curiosity to their subjects often go beyond expectations. Their enthusiasm fuels research, sparks creativity, and helps them develop the confidence to share their ideas with others.

Achievement does not come by chance. It is closely linked to how much energy and dedication we invest in what we do. If we are passionate about a particular area, we will discover that enthusiasm can turn challenges into opportunities and obstacles into stepping stones. It motivates us to persevere, even when tasks are demanding.

Let’s always celebrate what excites and inspires us, so that we not only achieve personal success but can contribute to the energy and vibrancy of our whole school community.

"Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters." Colossians 3:23 

Mrs Mary Fahey
Secondary HSIE Coordinator

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