Leader of Student Wellbeing

College Uniform

All students have returned to school in summer uniform. If any family requires assistance in accessing uniform supplies please contact the front office and arrangements will be made.

SchoolTV

SchoolTV has been supporting families and schools for quite some time now by providing guidance and information to help alleviate some of the challenges faced by young people, especially during the pandemic. Over recent months, many people have been impacted and it has proven to be a difficult time for some more than others.

However, irrespective of whether your family has experienced many lockdowns or not, the social, economic and psychological impacts over the coming months remain uncertain. There is substantial evidence to show that mental health concerns are on the rise, especially in relation to young people who may require some extra support. Parents will need to play a vital role in providing this support, helping their kids reframe their worries and focus more on the things they can control in their life. Ensuring the mental health and wellbeing of our young people is important for many reasons, one of which is the direct impact it can have on educational outcomes.

In this Special Report, we are seeking parent participation through a short survey. The survey is designed to assist the school to provide a barometer on the state of wellbeing within the community. The information gathered will assist in focussing on the key issues affecting students and discovering where further assistance may be required. Responses will remain anonymous and are applicable to all school-aged children across primary and secondary levels.

We encourage all parents and carers to spend a few moments to complete the survey. This will help with understanding the nature and extent of your concerns and determine how best to support our community.

We hope you take time to reflect on the information offered in this Special Report, and as always, we welcome your feedback.

If you do have any concerns about the wellbeing of your child, please contact the College for further information or seek medical or professional help.

Link - The Wellbeing Barometer Special Report

Year 12 - University applications - special consideration through UAC

Mrs Lees has emailed students reminding them of the Educational Access Scheme (EAS) if they are intending to apply for university through the Universities Admission Centre (UAC).

If students are accessing this scheme, please see Mrs Lees or myself in the coming weeks. The deadline for applications through UAC is 17 December 2021.

See https://www.uac.edu.au/assets/documents/eas/eas-application-guide.pdf for more information regarding categories of eligibility. Some of these categories are:

Attendance at 3 or more secondary schools during 10,11,12
Moving interstate after the beginning of year 11
Studying any HSC subject through distance education
Financial hardship - student receiving Youth Allowance, ABSTUDY,
Parents receiving Family Tax Benefit A
Parents receiving Jobkeeper, COVID 19 Disaster Payment, JobSaver, Pandemic Leave Disaster Payment, JobSeeker
Severe family disruption - death of a family member/close friend
Life threatening illness/disease of a close family member/friend
Divorce or separation of parents

Pastoral Care Team

Each year group has a Leader of Student Care. The best way to contact a Leader of Student Care is through the College Office email mccadmin@arm.catholic.edu.auor by direct email to the relevant year leader.

Year 7 - Mrs Fiona O'Neill foneill@arm.catholic.edu.au

Year 8 - Mr Damian Kenniff dkenniff@arm.catholic.edu.au

Year 9 - Mrs Melissa Bearup mbearup@arm.catholic.edu.au

Year 10 - Mr Bernie Williams bwilliams1@arm.catholic.edu.au

Year 11 - Mr Andrew Davy adavy@arm.catholic.edu.au

Year 12 - Mrs Melissa Lees mlees@arm.catholic.edu.au

College Psychologists mccthrive@arm.catholic.edu.au

Mrs Sharon Stuart - Leader of Student Wellbeing

sstuart@arm.catholic.edu.au