A message from the Principal

This week year 11 students have attended the Reduce Risk Increase Student Knowledge or RRISK program at school. RRISK is a health promotion program that addresses risk-taking behaviour amongst year 11 students in the Mid North and North Coast of NSW. First developed in 1999, the RRISK program has grown rapidly in response to demand, initially involving 300 students from 9 high schools and now attracting over 4900 students from 58 schools across northern NSW from Tweed Heads to Port Macquarie. 

Research shows that RRISK is effective in reducing young driver crashes by 44%. The largest study ever undertaken into young driver behaviour was conducted by the George Institute of International Health and published in 2009. Researchers consider RRISK a best practice program because it builds resilience by equipping young people with strategies and practical skills to manage risks in their social life and on the roads as drivers and passengers.

Wondering what your child is doing online is a constant worry for many parents. To help you in this space I thoroughly encourage you to access the following tool for all parents & carers around keeping your child safe online. Please visit it at: https://www.esafety.gov.au/ It is a comprehensive, dynamic and interactive online safety hub for all Australians. Every page on the site has been updated with tailored advice, resources and support to ensure your experience online is an empowering and positive one. 

Simon McKinney

Executive Principal