Good afternoon everyone

As we head towards the last few weeks of Term Three it is important to remember this time is not one where we coast to the end, but one that provides a valuable opportunity to reflect on our learning and wellbeing and continue to adopt strategies and skills that promote a positive or growth mindset. Academically, Tracking Reports will be released in Week 10 for Years 7-10 to give a snapshot of each student’s learning over the past term and reports for Years 11 and 12 will reflect their achievements for the Preliminary and HSC courses. From a Pastoral Care and Wellbeing perspective, Year Coordinators and Pastoral Advisors have continued to deliver initiatives to address the needs of the respective student groups. The focus for this morning’s year activities included:

Year 7 -   Cyber Safety and Copyright

Year 8 -   Mental Health continuum and accessing support

Year 9 -   Careers, with a focus on identifying personal strengths and interests

Year 10 - Wellbeing activity linking the connection between reading and a positive mindset

Year 11 -  Preparation for Preliminary Exams

Year 12 -  Welcome back after the trials and resetting for the final 3 weeks of school life

Please be reminded that winter uniform expectations are in place for the remainder of the term. Part of these expectations involves the wearing of blazers to and from the College. These expectations are outlined on page 18 of the junior and senior diaries. 

The ongoing issues associated with the uncertainty of COVID-19 and the links to Mental Health are still receiving extensive coverage in the media. Please remind your sons and daughters the importance of connecting with someone they trust or one an external agency should they start to feel anxious or worried about events that could be impacting on their lives. Please contact the College if you have any concerns or go to eheadspace for advice on how to manage.

Thank you again for your ongoing support of the College.

Mr Simon Huntly

Pastoral Care and Wellbeing Coordinator