Principal's Update

Good afternoon, 

Reconciliation Week 27.05 – 03.06.2025

The dates for National Reconciliation Week remain the same each year; 27 May to 3 June. These dates commemorate two significant milestones in Australia’s reconciliation journey originating with the successful 1967 referendum, and the High Court Mabo decision respectively.

Reconciliation is embedded in the hearts and minds of many Australians, particularly our first Australians. As we move forward, creating a nation strengthened by greater understanding and by respectful relationships between the wider Australian community, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, our nation not only heals but appreciates what everyone has to offer.

We all have a role to play when it comes to reconciliation, and in playing our part we collectively build relationships and communities that value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, histories, cultures, and futures. The National Reconciliation Week (NRW) 2025 theme, Bridging Now to Next, reflects the ongoing connection between past, present and present.

Bayside P-12 College has taken the opportunity this week to present through action several activities celebrating our understandings and showing respect to our first people and their communities.

Semester One Has Nearly Concluded

With approximately three weeks to go before Report Writing Day (20.06.2025), keeping up with schoolwork is crucial. There is still required work to complete and hand in by their due dates, notes to be organised and lessons to be conducted in preparation for mid-year exams.  Consistent parental/guardian support in helping your child get through their schoolwork is important and will make a significant difference to your child over time.     

Knowing that you are there to keep child focussed and on task to complete the required schoolwork is more than just about the work to be completed and handed in on time.  It is important for several reasons, such as improving academic performance, developing valuable life skills, and building confidence. It also builds a richer understanding and knowledge of what is being learned not just for future careers but also improved cognitive and resilience development.  It allows students to reinforce what they have learned in class, practice their skills, and prepare for future academic activities.

If you, as the parent/guardian encourage and support the student to complete work at home it also re-enforces the value of education, the importance of school and the positive role of the classroom teacher and support staff.  Students who consistently follow up on their schoolwork are better prepared for higher-level courses and future academic challenges.

In conclusion, keeping up with schoolwork is not just about getting good grades; it's about developing essential life skills, building confidence, and preparing for future success, as students, workers and most importantly as role models themselves.