Important Announcements
Teach Learn Grow Tour 2026: Applications Close Soon!
Teach Learn Grow is a service tour to Fitzroy Crossing, where current Year 10 and 11 students (who will be in Year 11 and 12 in 2026) work in remote schools to support local students academically. The program also offers participants a unique opportunity to experience Indigenous culture and the stunning landscape of the Fitzroy Crossing region. It’s a powerful way for students to contribute meaningfully while gaining valuable personal and educational insights.
Applications for 2026 close on Friday 15 August.
Fostering respect through language: new inclusive terminology guidelines
Recognising the powerful role that language plays in shaping relationships and understanding, we are pleased to share that the College has developed a set of Inclusive Terminology Guidelines, now available on MyASC. The result of a collaboration between staff, students, community and Reconciliation WA, these are designed to support respectful and thoughtful communication across our diverse College community.
By carefully choosing words that honour identity and culture, we help create an environment where everyone feels seen, respected and valued: this is especially important in acknowledging the rich diversity of this nation’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as all cultural groups represented in our College.
The guidelines offer practical tips for both written and spoken language, including how to refer to individuals and communities appropriately, and how to avoid outdated or deficit-based terms. They also encourage us to seek guidance from local communities and always to ask individuals how they wish to be referred to.
We invite you to take a moment to review the poster on MyASC Reconciliation Action Plan and consider how inclusive language positively impacts our shared spaces.
Supporting Children Who May Be Engaging in Bullying Behaviours
At times, children may experiment with different behaviours as they learn to navigate relationships and social boundaries. It is important to remember that all children are capable of making mistakes and, with the right support and guidance, they can learn and grow from these experiences.
If you are concerned that your child may be engaging in bullying behaviours, whether in person or online, there are constructive ways to respond that promote empathy, accountability and positive change.
What You Can Do as a Parent or Carer
Here are some practical strategies to help guide your child:
- Start with a conversation: Talk calmly and openly about what respectful behaviour looks like. For example, “We don’t send hurtful messages to others, even if we’re upset.”
- Set clear expectations: Work together as a family to create simple rules about how you treat one another, both at home and online.
- Establish healthy digital habits: Agree on guidelines for internet use, including when and how devices are used.
- Create space for open dialogue: Encourage your child to talk about their experiences with bullying, whether they’ve witnessed it, experienced it or taken part in it.
- Support positive friendships: Help your child build healthy relationships by encouraging play and connection with peers at school, at home or in the community.
- Model kindness and inclusion: Invite other children over and show your child how to be a welcoming and respectful host.
- Teach empathy: Encourage your child to consider how others feel, and to practice sharing, listening and other caring behaviours.
By approaching these conversations with understanding and support, we can help children develop the skills they need to build respectful relationships and contribute positively to their communities.
Mrs Jeanette Sealy
Director of Senior School (Student Wellbeing)
Southwell Grant Auditions
Photo Orders
The Follow Up ID Photo Day was held this week on 12 August. The expected timeline for delivery of the photos will be approximately 6-8 weeks. After they are delivered to the College they will be handed out in class.