And the latest celebration was the school opening its doors to students – and their fathers, grandfathers and other significant men in their lives.
All in the name of making it a special Fathers’ Day.
ACC principal Kevin Sourgen said his school was committed to involving the wider community in its programs and Fathers’ Day was a showcase opportunity.
Mr Sourgen said while the breakfast with fathers was always a great way to start the day, the highlight was the annual challenge.
“And this year it was a paper plane competition to see who could make the best one – and throw it the farthest,” he said.
“But I didn’t enter the competition, you can’t win everything,” he grinned.
“The best thing about the morning was how we shared everything, breakfast, families and a lot of fun in a friendly and relaxed setting.”
Organising teacher Armand Botha agreed the “event was all about strengthening the connection between our students, their families and the wider school community”.
And with about 30 families taking part it was a good start.
“The response was fantastic,” Mr Botha said.
“It was wonderful to see so much laughter, teamwork and friendly competition,” he said.
Mr Botha said family involvement played an important role in supporting a student’s academic, social, emotional and spiritual wellbeing.
“We believe every student thrives when they feel known, valued and supported,” he explained.
The morning also reinforced the school's view families are an integral part of a child’s educational journey.
“Ultimately, we want families to feel they are an integral part of their child's educational journey – and our school community,” he said.
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