Christian Studies
This subject is studied by all students in Years 11 and 12. The total time allocation for Christian Studies is approximately one full day per term. It includes a number of half and full day workshops and seminars throughout the year.
Christian Studies in Years 11 and 12 investigates and explores ideas and attitudes that are present in society which the students may encounter throughout their lives. It seeks to give students the opportunity to critique various worldviews and challenge their current attitudes and opinions. The ultimate aim is to foster a Christian worldview as essential equipping for life.
The course exposes students to a variety of Christian and non-Christian expressions of faith, as well as religious and secular philosophies and practices. There are opportunities for the students to reflect on their own journey of faith and give thought to where their journey may lead into the future.
Please note: Christian Studies remains an essential element of Good Shepherd's formal curriculum. All absences must be explained in writing by parents before the workshop or excursion. Because this is a compulsory part of our curriculum, students who are absent for the scheduled Christian Studies activities will be required to complete the work that has been missed, usually by submission of a written assignment.