COLLEGE NEWS

From the Principal

Recently I announced to the students and staff that I will be leaving Wyndham at the end of Term 3. After a lot of deliberation, my husband and I have made the decision to permanently relocate to Tasmania.

I am so privileged to have worked within such a supportive school environment, and I cannot think of a better place to conclude my career with the NSW Department of Education.

Classa Martinuzzi will relieve as Principal in Term 4. This is a role Classa is very familiar with, and I am grateful for her willingness to lead the school in my absence.

I will be keeping up with all the achievements of Wyndham (from a distance) over the coming years. Thank you again for your support and all the very best to you and your families.

Carolyn Lasker - Principal

NSW Minister's and Secretary's Awards evening

Congratulations to our HT CAPA / Dance teacher, Sarah Minol, who was the recipient of a Minister's Award for Excellence in Teaching at the NSW Minister's and Secretary's Awards for Excellence evening 2023. The awards were held at the Sydney Town Hall and were presented by NSW Deputy Premier Prue Car. 

Sarah is an exceptional Dance teacher and we are so thrilled and proud to see her honoured for her outstanding achievements and commitment to education.

New Student Mobile Phone Management Plan 

You may have heard about the changes regarding mobile phone use in NSW high schools beginning in Term 4, 2023.  

Wyndham College acknowledges the educational value of technology in supporting and enhancing educational outcomes and student wellbeing. We also recognise mobile phones may cause harm if used inappropriately. We are committed to supporting our students to use them in safe, responsible and respectful ways to enhance student learning and engagement.  

After careful consideration with our key stakeholders including the Student Representative Council (SRC), P&C, staff and Executive teams, we have decided to proceed by using the strategy of keeping mobiles phones off and out of sight, to reduce the distractions to students in the classroom.  

Student Mobile Phone Management  Plan - important changes coming in Term 4 

The mobile phone ban will apply during all school hours, including break times, that is during lunch and recess, as well as while students are on school-organised excursions. 

Students will still be able to carry their phones while travelling to and from school. 

School staff can allow students to use their mobile phones in specific circumstances, such as for an educational purpose, for their wellbeing or to support students with specific needs. 

Individual student requests for exemption will be managed by the Principal and assessed by the school, for medical and learning needs.

The new strategy is being implemented to increase focus in classrooms, remove distractions and also promote positive social interaction, while reducing the potential for online bullying.  

We look forward to working with you and the students, to make sure everyone is aware of the changes, and will continue to provide information updates directly to you via students, on our school website and through our social media channels. 

We are excited to make our school a mobile phone-free space to improve learning and engagement. However, we will always make sure you can contact your child in an emergency. There will also be further information posted on the school website and via letters to parents and carers. 

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the school directly on :      9208 7100. 

Wyndham College Uniform

The Wyndham College uniform is now available at the School Locker Superstore at Blacktown Mega Centre.