Dear Ionians,

I have discovered Iona College is a wonderful community that embraces life’s challenges with fierce determination and a can-do attitude.

The passion and energy that staff and students have for the black and white is palpable.

Watching my Year 9 Art class grow in confidence as artists, seeing the First XI cricket team competing on Davine Oval and witnessing the grit and determination that was evident in the First VI volleyball game against St Edmund’s last weekend are just some of the moments I have witnessed in Term 1.

These are examples of young men digging deep, persevering, and putting in the effort with a positive attitude as they work toward achieving their goals.

The strong foundation that exists at the College provides every student with every opportunity to make a valued contribution to this thriving community every day. To this end, I want to bring the following to your attention:

High Expectations

• Be the best version of yourself: Eat your PEAs by persisting, putting in the effort and adopt a growth mindset attitude.
• Set yourself goals that you can work toward throughout the term.
• Engage in class: Contribute to the lesson and build your understanding/skills.
• Discipline: Make choices that will give you the greatest chance of achieving personal excellence at Iona.

Hair and Uniform

• No faux-mullet hairstyles.
• Blended on the sides.
• Hair is not to touch the collar, and be clear of the eyes and face.
• Bags: Must have your laptop bag and backpack as a minimum.
• Senior students are to continue wearing their felt hat to and from school.
• Important Note: Students will be sent home if they arrive at the College with an inappropriate haircut in Term 2. For hair cut too short, students will lose breaktime privileges until the style can be rectified (up to three days).

Train Etiquette

• Pay for your travel.
• Students should give up their seats to the elderly and pregnant women.
• Respect ‘quiet carriage’ protocols.
• Regulate your behaviour so all passengers enjoy their travel.

Sport Shoes

• Must be a sport shoe / jogger designed for running.

Ionians past and present are proud of this College and the traditions that have been established by those who have gone before us.

We will continue to be values-driven and futures-led, pursuing high expectations for all where each person is able to achieve personal excellence on the field, in the classroom and on the stage.

Mr Adam McPhee
Deputy Principal