As today was a pupil free day and specific year group pastoral assemblies did not take place, the past week has still seen a couple of significant presentations take occur.

First, as mentioned in last Friday’s newsletter, Mr Paul Wade (former Socceroo captain) conducted a seminar for Year 11. Titled “The first day of the rest of your life”, Paul was able to link his extensive life and athletic experience to the HSC and was able to explore a range of relevant issues, including:

• Managing Anxiety and Stress
• Appreciating our personal gifts and giving your personal best
• Mental and Physical preparation
• Focusing on the task at hand
• Maintaining life balance.

Thanks to Mrs Moore for organising the visit, and again to Paul for sharing his story and providing some valuable advice for our upcoming HSC cohort.

On Wednesday of this week, we welcomed the return of David and Katie Kobler from Your Choicez, who provided gender specific seminars to our Year 9 boys and girls group. These presentations explored some of the issues surrounding social media, relationships and what it means to be a young man or woman in today’s world. Thanks particularly to David and Katie for again sharing their wisdom and insights into what can be some very sensitive and thought provoking topics. To the staff who attended the seminars and led the small groups through the day and to Ms Pearce who organised it, thank you greatly for your contribution.

CEDoW Vaping Resources

The Catholic Education Office Diocese of Wollongong provides access to resources relating to a range of wellbeing matters. Below are some links to some valuable information regarding Vaping. The first is an invitation to a Webinar, courtesy of the Council of Catholic School Parents (NSW/ACT), and the second a video put together by the CEDoW team late last year. Please click onto the images or links if you would like to explore these in a little more detail.

CCSP - Vaping: Short and Sweet Webinar

CEDoW Vaping resource for parents

Thanks again to all parents, carers, students and members of our College community for your ongoing support as we enter the final 5 weeks of the year.

Mr Simon Huntly