Student wellbeing

Student Leadership – Junior School

It has been a privilege to work with Year 5 students and staff on the 2021 Leadership Program. Year 5 students have now completed a Leadership Program and had the opportunity to apply for a range of leadership positions. The quality of applications, including the presentation of speeches has been outstanding. In the past week all candidates have been interviewed, with the panels commenting on the incredibly strong field of applicants we have.

Congratulations to all students who have put themselves forward for a position; we look forward to announcing our 2022 Junior School Student Leadership Team in the coming weeks. 

Uniform

In response to student feedback, we are in the process of adding optional navy shorts and a short sleeve shirt to our summer uniform. Unfortunately, the extended lockdown has hampered our ability to road-test various samples and options. In the coming weeks we are hoping to be able to display some samples for students and parents to view. We will also provide further details about the items, including when they may be purchased. 

Resource

Article: The best type of student motivation and how to encourage it

This article looks at current research around student motivation and the factors required for effective motivation.

https://theparentswebsite.com.au/the-best-type-of-student-motivation-and-how-to-encourage-it/

Review: Squid Game

Much has been discussed recently about the Netflix series Squid Game. The review on the link below outlines provides detailed information about themes and content and the impact of this on young viewers.

Movie review of Squid Game – Australian Council on Children and the Media (childrenandmedia.org.au)

Pauline Cutajar

Director of Student Wellbeing and Development