Head of Students News

House Swimming Carnival Years 7-12:  Thursday 15 February

Students are to wear full summer uniform to school and will get changed into their togs and House shirt (if they have one) for the swimming carnival. Students must bring their swimming gear to school in a Marist sports bag. 

All students in years 7 to 12 will be participating in the House Swimming Carnival. Each year level will miss two academic periods to participate in events and will be in class for the remainder of the day.

The House Swimming Carnival is an opportunity for all students to participate in the events for House Cup points.  Points are allocated on participation, meaning the more students who enter events, the more points given to that House.

Special Report: The Wellbeing Barometer 2024

The Wellbeing Barometer survey has proven to be an invaluable tool for schools, providing insights into the state of youth mental health and wellbeing. Whilst last year’s results focussed the spotlight on areas of concern, there were also many highlights that demonstrated the resilience and adaptability of students and emphasised the necessity of prevention strategies. Participating in this year's survey, will assist in identifying areas of strength and concern, as well as pinpointing opportunities for early intervention. Previously gathered information has helped support families as they navigate difficult conversations that enable understanding and foster connections to build relationships. We encourage you to take a few moments to complete a survey for each of your children. This will help us determine the nature and extent of your concerns and how best to support families in the months ahead. Responses remain anonymous and will only be reported on an aggregated basis. You are asked to base your responses on observations made in the last 12 months. Acquiring the skills for future independence, taking healthy risks, and giving young people the opportunity to emancipate from parents, are key developmental tasks that are essential if we are to stave off the impact of mental illness in the future. Please reflect on the information offered in this Special Report, and as always, we welcome your feedback. If this raises any concerns for you or your child, please reach out to the school or seek professional medical advice. Here is the link to your special report:

https://marash.qld.schooltv.me/wellbeing_news/special-report-wellbeing-barometer-2024-au