Wellbeing Partnerships and Safety

• Student Wellbeing Team – Thank you 
• Counselling and Wellbeing Services Team – Thank you 
• 2024 College Uniform Requirements - "This is where I belong, and I am proud of where I belong." 
• Wellbeing Support during the Holidays  

Student Wellbeing Team – Thank you 

Every student is known, valued and loved as an individual here at Marist-Sion College and our Heads of House are integral to this being lived out in our College every day for every student. The Heads of House work cooperatively with the College Executive Team and Senior Leaders and engender a high level of alignment with the College’s vision and mission. Promoting a spirit of mutual support and responsibility the Head of House has a broad responsibility for overseeing House specific programs, events and experiences to inspire and support our students experience of school and learning. I extend heartfelt gratitude to each Head of House for your work this year. 

The dignity, care and support of our students and their families both visible and behind the scenes,  On behalf of our students and their families, thank you to our Heads of House Mr Jeremy Anderson, Mrs Courtney Buttigieg, Mr Jacques Augustin, Mrs Gabrielle Catania, Mrs Christine Haasz, Mr Tonderai Harawa, Mrs Siobhan Ware, Mrs Mandy Moore, and Mr Philip Jeffrey as Acting Head of House for both Jericho and Lourdes Houses. Thank you to Mrs Stephanie Rogan, Wellbeing Learning and Data Leader, and Mr Daniel Yamada, Director of Student Wellbeing, for enriching our team with your ideas and experiences, as well as your leadership. Our students and staff are blessed to have you working for them and with them every day.  

We farewell Mrs Mandy Moore and Mr Jacques Augustin as they transition to different colleges in 2024. Thank you for your service and commitment to the care of our students during your time as Head of House.

This year we farewell Mrs Mandy Moore as she pursues a new wellbeing role at another Marist school and Mr Jacques Augustin as he transition to another college. Thank you Mrs Moore for your infectious enthusiasm, dedication and love for our students. Thank you to Mr Jacques Augustin for your commitment to leading Jericho House and building positive relationships. Mrs Christine Haasz has also taken a step back from the Head of House role after 12 years of service to Lourdes House. You love fiercely and are steadfast in your support of students challenging them to reach their potential. Thank you Mrs Haasz for your dedication and service.  

Counselling and Wellbeing Services Team – Thank you 

The Counselling and Wellbeing Services Team have continued to listen and support our students through counselling appointments and their active involvement in different facets of College life. Tutor Group, Camps and Retreats, Breakfast Club, Ultimate Frisbee, Teen Mental Health First Aid, leading our Wellbeing and Child Safety Week and being such a friendly face around the campus sees our Counselling and Wellbeing Services Team normalising conversations about our mental wellness as well as being specialised support for our students needing to access mental health support. Thank you Jo John, Deacon Mark Kelly, Melanie Bradley, Richard Dalziel, David Hobbs and Sally Pecoraro for your expertise, passion and unwavering dedication to our students.  

2024 College Uniform Requirements - "This is where I belong, and I am proud of where I belong." 

At Marist-Sion College, we expect all our students to wear the uniform appropriately both in and out of school. Each student is required to act in a manner which protects our College and reputation. The uniform of any organisation worn correctly, says to all: "This is where I belong, and I am proud of where I belong." 

As a College, we believe that the College uniform:

• promotes a collective sense of respect, responsibility, identity, and pride 
• allows all students to feel equal, preventing competition based on clothing, trends, and materialism 
• ensures each student’s appearance reflects the expectations and spirit of our College community 
• ensures all students are dressed safely and responsibly to engage in all aspects of College life  
• encourages students to develop pride in their appearance and an understanding of the importance surrounding formal events 
• prepares students for the expectations of employment.  

Wellbeing Support during the Holidays  

If you or your child needs mental health support over the school holidays please have a look at the following resources: 

KIDS HELPLINE

Kids Helpline is Australia’s only free (even from a mobile), confidential 24/7 online and phone counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25. 

Qualified counsellors at Kids Helpline are available via WebChat and phone anytime and for any reason. 

TELEPHONE: 1800 55 1800 

WEBSITE: Teens 13-17 Years | We're Here to Help | Kids Helpline 

REACHOUT

Practical tools and support for young people to help with everyday issues to mental health challenges.  

WEBSITE: A Safe Place to Chat Anonymously, Get Support & Feel Better | ReachOut Australia 

eHEADSPACE

Are open 9am – 1am (Melbourne time) 7 days a week for a 1-on-1 chat with a trained clinician. It’s a confidential, free and a safe space to talk about what’s going on.

TELEPHONE: 1800 650 890 

WEBSITE: headspace National Youth Mental Health Foundation 

LIFELINE: 13 11 14 

YOUTH BEYOND BLUE: 1300 22 4636    https://www.youthbeyondblue.com/ 

HEAD TO HEALTH: IN PERSON COUNSELLING LOCALLY 1800 595 212 

EMERGENCY: 000 

Mrs Janelle Burgees

Deputy Principal: Wellbeing Partnerships and Safety