Assistant Principal - School & Student Operations
Confidence and Motivation
Building confidence and motivation in children is one of the most impactful roles parents and caregivers can play in their child’s development. Confidence is the belief in one’s abilities, while motivation drives the effort to pursue goals, even in the face of challenges. These qualities, when nurtured from an early age, help children develop resilience, a positive self-image, and the courage to take on new challenges. Parents can create an environment where their children feel supported by offering consistent encouragement, praising effort over outcomes, and helping them set achievable goals. When children feel confident in their abilities, they are more likely to be motivated to try new things and persevere through setbacks. By fostering both confidence and motivation, we can equip young people with the tools to face life’s challenges with self-assurance and a growth-oriented mindset, laying the groundwork for long-term personal and academic success.
Empower confidence and motivation using these strategies:
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Every Day Counts
The importance of regular school attendance.
At Yarrabing Secondary College, we prioritise regular school attendance. We will work with families to ensure students are in class with their peers and teachers and enjoying all the benefits that brings.
Attending school every day means experiencing what counts – the learning, friendship, fun and opportunities that can shape your child’s future.
We understand that there are times when your child will need to miss school but to ensure minimal disruption to their education, please consider scheduling family holidays or medical/dental appointments outside of school time. If your child is well enough to attend but is worried about friendships, schoolwork or exams, please encourage them to come to school. Avoiding school can make these feelings worse and can create a negative pattern of behaviour.
If your child is having difficulty attending school, talk to their teacher or Year Level Coordinator about getting support.
We know that parents and carers can be juggling challenges daily to get your children to school. If your child must miss school, notify us as soon as possible so we can work together to support them.
For more information about the importance of everyday attendance, see Attendance and Missing School.
Remember, Every Day Counts.
Why is it important for your child to arrive at school on time?
There are many benefits your child will gain from arriving on time to school and class.
Did you know?
The likelihood of success in learning is strongly linked to strong participation in school programs which is linked to arriving on time.
It is very important for children to develop habits of arriving on time at an early age, beginning from the time they start school.
Some Gains for Your Child
Arriving on Time for School and Class:
Makes sure that your child doesn’t miss out on the important learning activities that happen early in the day when they are most alert.
Helps your child to learn about routines and commitment.
Gives your child time to greet their friends before class and this can reduce the possibility of disruptions in the classroom.
Class disruption can make your child feel uncomfortable and can upset other children.
Arriving on time every day makes children feel good about themselves
SCHOOL ATTENDANCE IS COOL!
Dina Becvinovski
Assistant Principal