Assistant Principal's Report

This year, Reservoir High School has been proud to offer a range of programs to support our students as they develop their social and emotional capacity. Recently, our Koori students graduated from the Stronger Me, Stronger Us program, which was conducted alongside First Nations organisations VALS and Blak Wattle. Students worked together over the course of Term 2, to learn about the support available from VALS and the legal system, as well as life coaching and emotional wellbeing. It was wonderful to see the students celebrate with each other at the graduation in Week 4. Students were awarded a certificate for their participation, along with some First Nations merchandise and a barbeque lunch. Students were given the opportunity to debrief and reflect on the program. 

More recently, students of Pacific Island descent have begun the Le Mana Pasifika program, which aims to build connected communities and a sense of belonging for Pasifika young people in Victoria. Students have engaged enthusiastically with the program facilitators as they take the opportunity to develop closer relationships with themselves, each other, and their cultural heritage.

Finally, students in Year 10 have just begun the Mental Health First Aid program, an evidence based course which develops students' confidence and knowledge around how to offer first aid when someone in their life needs help with their mental health. The training is practical and skill-based, and aims to improve students' mental health literacy and reduce stigma around seeking help for those affected by mental health problems. 

Reservoir High School continues to support students develop the skills they need as they face the challenges of becoming young adults in a complex world. We are proud of their personal growth, and encourage them to continue engaging with all aspects of school life with respect and enthusiasm. 

Ashleigh Hudson

Assistant Principal