THE VILLAGE
Korumburra Secondary College
The Village:
Rights and Responsibilities
Following on from last week's discussion around rage baiting and understanding the difference between having fun and being mean to others, we have continued conversations with students about the relationship between rights and responsibilities.
We all have the right to feel safe, respected and included at school. However, with these rights comes a responsibility to ensure that our actions allow others to experience those same things.
For example, we have the right to express ourselves, but also a responsibility to consider how our words affect others. We have the right to learn in a supportive environment, but also a responsibility to contribute positively to that environment.
An important part of these conversations has been helping students recognise that our choices don't just affect us; they can also impact the people around us. As we discussed last week, we never really know what challenges someone else might be facing, so it's worth considering whether our actions are making their day better or adding to their stress.
It's also a useful conversation to continue at home. Asking young people to consider "What rights do you have in this situation, and what responsibilities come with them?" can be a simple way to encourage reflection and build their understanding of how their choices affect others.
Wishing Our Senior Students All the Best
Following our farewell message to our Year 12 students last week, we also want to acknowledge our Year 12 and Unit 3 and 4 students as they begin their VCE exams.
We recognise the hard work and preparation that has gone into reaching this point and encourage students to look after themselves throughout the exam period. We are proud of their efforts and wish them all the best over the coming weeks.
Tyson Biffin Assistant Principal
Tyson Biffin Assistant Principal
Tyson Biffin
Assistant Principal - Wellbeing and Inclusion