Clyde North Campus News

At St Peter’s we are committed to equipping our students with the knowledge and skills they need to navigate the complex world around them with confidence, responsibility, and respect. As part of our broader Wellbeing and Pastoral program, our Year 10 students are currently engaging in education around illicit drugs, while our Year 9 students are undertaking a focused program on consent and respectful relationships. These areas of study are not only timely and relevant but essential for fostering the safety, personal integrity, and resilience of our young people.

The Year 10 Illicit Drug Education program saw our students undertake a presentation from Blurred Minds – an industry expert who provides students with factual, age-appropriate information about the risks, consequences, and legal implications of drug use. Importantly, the program focuses not only on substances themselves but also on peer pressure, decision-making, and harm minimisation strategies. In a society where young people are increasingly exposed to misinformation online and through social media, providing clear, evidence-based education empowers them to make informed and responsible choices. The program encourages students to consider their values and develop the confidence to resist negative influences in their social environments.

For our Year 9 students, they have undertaken presentations from Elephant Ed – another industry expert who focus on Consent and Respectful Relationships. This session lays the groundwork for safe, ethical and respectful interactions now and into adulthood. These sessions cover key topics such as understanding consent in all its forms, recognising healthy versus unhealthy relationships, and communicating boundaries effectively. Students are given opportunities to reflect on personal values, develop empathy, and understand the rights and responsibilities of themselves and others in a relationship context.

By embedding these topics within the curriculum, we aim to create a culture where students feel empowered to speak up, support their peers, and seek help when needed. This education also directly supports the development of a positive and respectful school culture—one where dignity, compassion and understanding are central.

Parents and carers play a vital role in reinforcing these messages at home, and we encourage ongoing conversations with your child about what they are learning. Resources and discussion guides are available through our College Website for those who wish to explore these topics further together as a family.

We are proud to support our students’ holistic development, and thank our staff, families and wider community for your partnership in promoting wellbeing and safety across all year levels.

Mr Peter Brannan

Acting Head of Campus - Clyde North