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Academic Care and Wellbeing  

Mater Dei Catholic College has a highly committed Wellbeing Team who assist with providing appropriate supports to enhance student learning and wellbeing.

If you have any concerns please do not hesitate to contact your child’s House Leader to discuss how we can best support your child:

Additionally, Ms Anne Hodkinson, Mater Dei’s College Psychologist will similarly work in a consultative, resourceful and supportive manner with a strong focus on achieving the best outcomes for students. Parents/carers are encouraged to contact a member of the Wellbeing Team as needed.

Student Leadership: ANZAC Day March

Mater Dei House Leaders and College Captains attended this year’s local Anzac Day March to commemorate ANZAC Day. House Captains proudly marched as banner bearers down Baylis Street, representing our College with pride and commemorating the many men and women who have fought and continue to fight for our country.  Our College Captains Harris and Gabe laid a wreath at the Cenotaph in the Victory Memorial Gardens Commemorative Ceremony. It was a moving morning for all and we thank the many students and parents who were able to assist during the holiday break.

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School Attendance

Mater Dei staff will continue their work in support of improving student attendance. Previous newsletter articles outline the finding of the Zubrick Report and the distinct links between attendance rates and student learning outcomes.  

Please review this Queensland infographicwhich emphasises similar findings:

Parents are reminded that a benchmark of 95% attendance is considered a good result. It is clear that some year groups lag behind this and some individuals are well below this. The Mater Dei Wellbeing Team will continue to support individuals and their families requiring intervention, and we thank you for your support with this whole school focus.

e-safety Office Cyberbullying Resource 

Sometimes cyberbullying feels like a minefield. As a parent/carer, it can be hard to understand what your child is going through, both socially and emotionally, especially if you’ve never experienced cyberbullying yourself. If your child is treating others badly, is dismissive of their feelings or targeting or intentionally excluding a particular child or group, they could be seen as someone who bullies. If they also socialise online there is a chance they may also be bullying that person or group online too. This can be very painful to discover; however, you can help them.

Click here for some helpful strategies from the Office of the e-safety Commissioner, specifically tailored for parents in support of this situation.

Uniform and Appearance

As we return for the beginning of the school term please be reminded of the College Winter Uniform and Appearance expectations. A copy of the Appearance policy is attached for your reference. We appreciate your support in regards to these matters.

Mrs Catherine Banks | Leader of Students