Terrace's House-Based Pastoral Care System

[Barrett] [Kearney] [Mahoney]

The House System

The House System at Terrace provides a pastoral network that enables all students to develop holistically in a safe caring environment. Each student is in one of the College six Houses, Barrett, Kearney, Mahoney, Reidy, Treacy and Windsor. Each House is divided into 11 or 12 smaller groups that are vertical, meaning there are mixed aged students in these groups who are led by a staff member we call a tutor.

These Tutor Groups meet for 14 minutes in the morning and again for 7 minutes in the afternoon. Tutors are often in a position to see and solve a problem, provide advice, guidance and encouragement to boys in their care. The tutor becomes the direct link with the school and home. A successful education depends on a close partnership between the College and the home. No student will leave Terrace without having at least one significant adult that gives him support and monitors his progress.

Throughout the year, Interhouse Competitions are held between each of the Houses. These events include Soccer, Swimming, Cross Country, Debating, Theatre Sports, House Choir and Athletics. These events build House spirit, form a sense of community and build a rapport between staff and students.

Parents are encouraged to contact the school at any stage to discuss their son’s progress as we see this partnership with home as essential.

We are committed to developing a program of formation for students that meets the demand of this changing world and prepares them fully to make a difference. We seek to be a community that builds relationships by listening, challenging and supporting each other. In doing this students should feel happy and a valued member of the Terrace community.

A Personal and Career Counsellor are available to support students and families regarding emotional, educational, career and social issues.

Student Leaders for 2008 are: