Category: Opinion
Jan 14 Opinion, The Wesleyan
Measuring the Milestones
Milestones are a series of key moments, one building on top of the next, until life’s journey is complete… and they key part of life at Wesley.
Jan 6 Opinion, The Wesleyan
From the Head of Wesley College
The Head of Wesley College reflects on 2021.
Dec 20 Opinion
Wesley continues to march forwards, with excellent ATAR results
Wesley College has continued to build upon its renewed focus on academic excellence with an impressive 88.55 median ATAR in this year’s results.
Nov 1 Opinion
A chat with Steven Heathcote AM
Guest of honour at our recent Scholarship Awards evening was celebrated ballet dancer Steven Heathcote AM. Here’s an abridged transcript of his chat with Head of Wesley College, Mr Ross Barron. Steven Heathcote AM was born in Wagin in 1964 and started school at Wesley in 1977, after being awarded the Howard Bantock Scholarship. He…
Oct 28 Opinion
Reflections on Leadership
What makes a great leader? Head of Junior School, Ms Jo Edinger, reflects on the leadership values taught through the various programs at Wesley. As the Head of Junior School, I have one of the best jobs in the world and I consider myself so very lucky to work at Wesley College. Our students…
Oct 28 Opinion
The Head of Wesley College’s Address
Please enjoy the Valedictory speech the Head of Wesley College, Mr Ross Barron, gave to our departing Class of 2021.
Oct 27 Opinion
The College Captain’s Address
College Captain, Sam White, received a standing ovation for his speech at the Valedictory Dinner. Here it is in full.
Oct 5 Opinion
It’s World Teachers’ Day
Today we’re celebrating World Teachers’ Day and the wonderful work done by our educators.
Sep 22 Opinion
The Value of NAPLAN
NAPLAN testing is a perennially controversial issue. Head of Wesley College, Mr Ross Barron, lays out his thoughts on the subject.