Notice Board
Boys’ Suits for Year 12 Graduation
In 2024 one of our boarding parents organized for Kelly Country to come to the School and fit the Year 12 boys for suits for their Graduation Ball.
It was a well-supported initiative and there are plans for Kelly Country to come to the School again this year to fit Year 12 boys for suits for their Year 12 Graduation. This service is open to both boarders and day students, and also open to boys in any other year group who may have a special occasion coming up , including Yr 10 Formal.
In August, Kelly Country will set up for the day at the School (venue to be advised), and boys will be able to meet with them, choose their suit, and have it fitted to them individually. At a later date they will return to KWS with all the tailored suits for collection. They can also provide shirts and ties if required.
You can visit the Kelly Country website to view the range of suits available. www.kellycountry.com.au/collections/mens-suits
If you are interested in using this service, and require more information, please contact parent, Nicola Cowlishaw Pursell at nicola@pcfj.com.au
Uniform Shop Update
NEW Style woolen scarf now in stock.
- 80% new merino wool
- Made in Australia
This replaces the plain navy acrylic scarf (ok to wear for 2025 only).
Winter Warmers
Now available in-store:
- Knitwear inc pullovers, cardigans and vests
- Ski Japaras
- Puffer Vests
- Sports Hoodies and jackets
- Knit gloves and beanies
- Navy tights - microfibre opaque or thick cotton options
And don't forget we have Supporter Gear!
- Beanies and Scarves
- Caps
- Rugby Jumpers
Webinars for parents and carers
Join one of our free webinars for parents and carers.
These live webinars give parents and carers the knowledge, skills and tools to support their children to have safe online experiences.
Recognising online coercive control in young people's lives
It’s not always easy to spot when a relationship becomes controlling, especially for young people. Coercive control is a pattern of abusive behaviours that uses manipulation, monitoring, surveillance, pressure, and fear to limit someone’s freedom and independence. When technology is involved it is called tech-based coercive control, and it can be even harder to recognise.
This 45-minute webinar will explore:
- how technology-based coercive control impacts young people
- the red flags to watch for
- practical ways to respond and support young people experiencing it.
It’s suitable for parents and carers of young people in upper primary and secondary school.
Term 3 (Australian Eastern Standard Time)
- 6 August, 12.30pm
Understanding and using parental controls to help protect your child online
Parental controls can be a useful addition to the strategies you use to help protect your child online. Parental controls can help protect children and young people by preventing access to harmful content, as well as helping manage time spent online and who they communicate with.Join us at this 45-minute webinar to find out about:
- the types of parental controls available and how to set them for your child’s safety including smart devices, in apps, gaming platforms and computers
- using parental controls with other online safety strategies to help your child build digital and critical skills to have safer experiences online.
It’s suitable for parents and carers of children in primary school.
Term 2 (Australian Eastern Standard Time)
- 3 June, 3.30pm
eSafety 101: how eSafety can help you
eSafety has a range of programs and resources that can help parents and carers build knowledge, skills and tools to support their children to have safer online experiences.
This 30-minute webinar introduces:
- eSafety resources designed to help you start the conversation about online safety with your child
- how to help children and young people thrive online with 5 top tips to keep your family safe online
- how the eSafety Commissioner can help parents, children and young people that are experiencing online harms.
It’s suitable for parents and carers of children and young people in primary and secondary school.
Term 2 (Australian Eastern Standard Time)
- 21 May, 12.30pm
Sexual extortion: What parents and carers need to know
Sexual extortion or ‘sextortion’ is a form of blackmail where someone threatens to share a nude or sexual image or video of a person unless their demands are met.
Sexual extortion is a serious, growing online concern, especially for young people. But what exactly is it? What conversations may help prevent it and how can you support your child if they’re targeted?
This 30-minute webinar will explain:
- what sexual extortion is
- the impacts and potential harms sexual extortion may have on young people
- strategies to support young people who may experience sexual extortion, including how to respond and access support; and how to encourage safer and more positive online interactions.
It’s suitable for parents and carers of young people in upper primary and secondary school.
Term 2 (Australian Eastern Standard Time)
- 28 May, 12.30pm
- 18 June, 12.30pm
Exploring the online experiences of boys and young men
For boys and young men, the internet can be a place where they seek connection, validation and guidance as they explore what it means to be a man today. However, it also exposes them to risks like harmful content, online exploitation and the growing influence of misogynistic ideologies.
This 45-minute webinar will help parents understand:
- the social and cultural influences shaping boys and young men
- how boys engage online, build relationships and how they may be vulnerable to manipulation or exploitation
- the impact of social media, gaming, and influencers on their attitudes, behaviours and sense of identity.
This presentation will share practical strategies to build critical thinking, challenge harmful narratives, and create open conversations that empower boys and young men to navigate the online world safely and respectfully.
Term 2 (Australian Eastern Standard Time)
- 27 May, 12.30pm
- 30 July, 12.30pm