Project Compassion
Walk- a- thon Friday 27 March 2026
STAFF ALLOCATION
INTRODUCTION
Our 2026 Project Compassion Walk-A-Thon will take place on Friday 27 March during the assembly period (between Period 1 and Recess).
For over 60 years, Caritas Australia has stood alongside communities in Australia and around the world, working together to create lasting change. During this season of Lent, when we are called to be people of charity and compassion, may we walk with those featured in the stories of Caritas and the communities they represent throughout the world.
This is a whole-school event, and all staff will be involved by either accompanying students on the walk, supervising at a marshalling point, or undertaking additional duties –please ensure you read thoroughly to see where you have been placed.
Unlike previous years, the course will be around the College grounds, with an additional shorter internal track available for students who wish to run instead of walk. Please inform students they must sign up using the link on Simon Daily Message or the QR Codes currently displayed on our VIVI screens. Remind students that they will receive 1 house point for walking participation and 10 house points for running participation
Each House, in the spirit of compassion, is aiming to raise at least $3000 and in total to raise at least $12,000 for Project Compassion. Remind students that they may create their own fundraising team or simply donate to their house team.
Please inform students they can wear P.E uniform for the entire day.
STAFF ALLOCATION
STAFF ALLOCATION
STAFF ALLOCATION
1 Student Services Carpark Crossing, Gate 3 (gate closed)
Treadwell 2 Carpark Crossing, Gate 2 (gate closed)
Rahilly
Graham 3 Chapel Carpark Crossing, Gate 1 Peter Molan Kylie Baker Grace Bui
Block Rear Heidi Colombani Tonia Soares-Routley 6 D Block Rear (near pedestrian bridge) Holly
(top of loop/boundary)
Stella Maris Carpark, Gate 6
Isabelle Goble
Runners Loop Start/Finish (Green Track)
First Aid Marquee - Triage Point
Madi Essing & Tayla Wilson
Pamela Alexopoulos & Trish Lochland
Health Centre at Student Services Lisa Dunn
Student Services Main Reception
Main Office Main Reception
Photography / Socials - Roaming
Sharna McDermott & Chris Smith
Loretta Martignon
Lisa Caddy
STAFF INSTRUCTIONS
Staff Instructions
Event Schedule – At a Glance
Pastoral Teachers & Support Staff
9:20am - Meet your Pastoral Class at the designated starting point – line students up behind Class Signs.
- Ensure students were informed of this location in Thursday Pastoral
- Mark the paper roll and hand it to the Check Point Leader
9:30am –
10:05am - There will be a siren to denote the beginning of the walk
- Walk with students for 2 laps
- After completing the laps (or at 10:05am), move with your group to the Allocated area on the Oval
10:05am - Meet the Check Point Leader there
- Organise students behind their Class Sign
- Ensure students SIT in their allocated area
- Encourage them to cheer for students running on the inside track
- There will be some final announcements shared on the Oval
10:20am - Recess – dismiss students following PA instructions
Check Point Leaders
9:20am - Meet the Marshall at the Check Point (they will have signs, rolls and pens)
- Meet Pastoral Classes and organise them in orderly lines (use A3 laminated class signs for clear identification)
- Distribute to Pastoral Teachers for marking
- Collect marked rolls and return them to Student Services once the walk has begun
9:30am During Departure:
- Coordinate a smooth, safe departure from the marshalling area
- Manage oncoming foot traffic from other Pastoral groups
- There will be a siren to denote the beginning of the walk.
9:35am –10:00am - Provide general supervision and check in with students and teachers on the walk
10:00am –10:20am Move to your allocated position on the Oval
- Place A3 Class Signs visibly Meet your Pastoral groups
- Students are to sit with Pastoral group
- Encourage cheering for the student running the inside track 10:20am Recess – dismiss students following PA instructions
STAFF INSTRUCTIONS
Staff Instructions
Event Schedule – At a Glance
Check Point Marshall Instructions
9:10am Collect the following from Student Services: - A3 Laminated Pastoral Signs
- Pastoral Rolls for Marking (and pens)
- Walkie Talkie
- High Vis Vest (if you do not have your own)
- Simple First Aid Kit
9:15am Meet at your designated Marshall Point
9:20am Be ready for the arrival of students and staff: Give the Check Point Leader the Signs and Pastoral Rolls (and pens)
9:30am Students begin the walkathon (each class will aim for 2 laps)
9:35am –
There will be a siren to denote the beginning of the walk.
10:10am Provide general supervision, encouragement and pointing everyone in the right direction. Please communicate any concerns, issues or accidents via the Walkie Talkie System
10:10am Once the final Pastoral group has passed your point, move to the Oval to join staff and students (look for the Pastoral Groups/Check Point Leader you began with)
10:20am Recess – students will be dismissed following PA instructions
WALK-A-THON MAP
Walking map
WALK-A-THON MAP
Runners Map
FINISH ASSEMBLY POINT
HOUSE CARITASCHARITIES HOUSE COUNTRY
Caritas Jerusalem
Guided by our charism of Perseverance, we stand with Ahmad in Gaza. Through Caritas Australia’s support for Caritas Jerusalem, local staff continue providing essential humanitarian assistance, such as food, medical supplies and practical support, despite their own challenges. Their commitment is centred entirely on protecting human dignity and responding to urgent need. By supporting Project Compassion, we help Caritas continue this impartial, life-affirming work, ensuring that vulnerable families receive care, stability and hope during an incredibly difficult and complex time. Our perseverance strengthens theirs, walking in solidarity with all people seeking safety, healing and a future filled with possibility.
Caritas Tanzania
Inspired by our anchor symbol and Madeleine D’Houet’s brave spirit, we walk alongside Sisilia, a young girl in Tanzania whose daily struggle for water once held her back from learning. Thanks to Caritas Australia, her school now has safe drinking water, giving her more time to dream, study and pursue her goal of becoming a pilot. By supporting Project Compassion, we help Caritas deliver life-changing essentials like clean water to remote communities around the world. With every step, we anchor ourselves in hope and help lift others toward the future they deserve.
Caritas Fiji
Inspired by the openness and generosity symbolised by our dolphin, we walk with Manaini from rural Fiji, who has transformed life for her children through training provided by Caritas Australia’s partner, FRIEND. With new gardening and food-processing skills, improved nutrition and solar lighting for her village, her family now has safety, opportunity and hope. By supporting Project Compassion, we help Caritas create long-term, sustainable change for families building brighter futures. Our generosity lights the way - helping communities shine with dignity and opportunity
Caritas Bangladesh
Guided by our charism of Community, Turner House stands with Monoranjon, whose village in coastal Bangladesh faces constant flooding and uncertainty. Through Caritas Australia’s Project Compassion, he is learning climate-resilient farming techniques and building a more secure livelihood for his family. By walking in solidarity, we help Caritas empower entire communities to adapt, rebuild and thrive in the face of rising challenges. Together, we unlock hope and walk for a world where every community has the chance to flourish.
