Wellbeing Wins

Welcome to ‘Wellbeing Wins’! 

Within the Wellbeing Wins section of the newsletter we want to focus on all the ‘wins’ that students are having when it comes to their wellbeing and success, as well as communicate home some strategies on improving the wellbeing of our young people.  

In the Wellbeing Wins section of the newsletter you will find the following updates from the Camden High School Wellbeing Team: 

• Wellbeing Programs - Progress and impact of Wellbeing programs being run at school 

• The Big Picture - Recent data, information and trends pertaining to young people’s wellbeing  

• On the Ground - Staff and student perspectives on Camden High School activities 

• Improving Wellbeing - Tips and tricks for parents/carers, students and community members on how to improve the wellbeing of young people 

We hope this section will shine a light on all the hard work that students are putting in at Camden High School and provide some tools for our young people to continually improve their own experiences! 

Wellbeing Programs 

What’s Going On? 

We currently have a small group of Year 10 students taking part in a wellbeing program called What’s Going On?, run in partnership with facilitators from Uniting Care. The program creates a relaxed, supportive space where students can have honest conversations and learn more about themselves and others. It’s been great to see students engaging openly and making the most of the opportunity to step outside the usual classroom setting. 

The sessions cover a range of real-life topics including body image, relationships, mental health, and drugs and addiction. Students are encouraged to share their thoughts, ask questions, and build practical skills they can use in everyday situations. Early feedback has been really positive, with many students appreciating the chance to talk about things that matter in a way that feels relevant and meaningful to them. 

International Women’s Day 

On Friday 13th March, we celebrated International Women’s Day with our Year 11 and Year 12 female students through an inspiring and empowering workshop. We were fortunate to welcome former student Macie Carlile (Sydney Roosters NRLW athlete), alongside Mandy Carlile and Kate Glancey, as our guest speakers. 

These three remarkable women are the founders of Beyond League, a not-for-profit organisation that delivers rugby league, mental health and leadership programs. Their work focuses on empowering young people through sport, mentorship, education and emotional support, helping them to develop confidence, resilience and a strong sense of voice. 

Throughout the workshop, Macie, Mandy and Kate shared their personal journeys, offering honest insights into the challenges and successes that have shaped who they are today. Their stories highlighted that while life presents both obstacles and opportunities, growth comes from perseverance, support and self-belief. 

The session was guided by the NSW Women’s Week Strategy, with key discussions centred around economic opportunity and advancement, health and wellbeing, and participation and empowerment. The overwhelmingly positive feedback from students reflects the impact of this experience, and we hope our senior girls walked away with meaningful insights to support their futures. We look forward to continuing our connection with Macie, Mandy and Kate, and hope to welcome them back to Camden High School to further inspire and empower our students. 

The Big Picture  

Did you know in NSW, it is a crime to create or share, or threaten to share, sexually explicit images, videos or audio of someone without their consent? This includes content that has been digitally altered or generated by artificial intelligence (AI) to place a person in a sexual situation they were never in - commonly known as deepfakes. 

In 2025, the NSW Government strengthened protections against the non-consensual recording or sharing of sexual content by amending the Crimes Act 1900. The Act already covered sexually explicit image material but now includes digitally-generated deepfakes. This means that it is a crime in NSW to create or share sexual images or audio without consent - regardless of how they were made. It is also a crime to threaten to make such material. This law works alongside existing child abuse material laws to protect young people. Under criminal law, any material that depicts a person under 18 in a sexually explicit way can be considered child abuse material, including AI-generated material. 

These reforms help prevent the misuse of AI and deepfake technology to harass or shame people using fake digital content. NSW criminal law works alongside national frameworks and bodies. This includes the eSafety Commissioner, who regulates the online environment and supports people to have safer online experiences. 

What should I do if I experience image-based abuse? 

This law gives NSW Police and courts the authority to investigate reports and hold offenders accountable. It applies to actions occurring on or after 16 February 2026. If the actions happened earlier, you should still report it to NSW Police, as other state and federal laws may apply.Visit the NSW Police website to make a report. 

You should also report fake sexually explicit material to eSafety who can work with platforms to help remove the material quickly and provide advice on staying safe online. You do not need to make a police report or go through court proceedings to have the material taken down. Visit the eSafety website to learn more or make a report. Additional support is also available through the NSW Sexual Violence Helpline on 1800 424 017.