From the Principal

It has been a particularly busy term with students involved in a broad range of activities which will be evident as you read through this newsletter.

Thank you to everyone for your continued support throughout the term.  I could not be more proud of the wonderful GEC community.

As mentioned in the last newsletter Glen Eira College will receive at least 6.577 million to upgrade and modernise our school, including adding facilities for an additional 250 spaces to meet growing demand. 

We have completed the first part of the process which is to complete an Asset Management Plan which has been endorsed by School Council.  The plan outlines our:

• Educational Direction
• Educational Opportunities the project will deliver
• Education Specification.

This is now with the Region for approval. 

Parent Education Sessions

As part of GEC's commitment to supporting our students through their learning, we recognise the important role that families can play to ensure that support continues at home.

We have booked Susan McLeanto present an educational and entertaining session for Parents and Carers on cyber safety.

As soon as restrictions permit, we will send out a booking link.

Save the Date: Monday 16th August 2021

Susan is Australia’s foremost expert in the area of Cyber safety and young people. She was the first Victorian Police Officer appointed to a position involving cyber safety and young people.

Her knowledge is unparalleled and leaves audiences shocked at the reality of the online world. It is a wake-up call to even the most switched on parent and is delivered with Susan's famous 'no nonsense' approach. The session will cover the positive benefits of technology as well as what parents need to be aware of:

• Cyberspace 101. The reality of the online world. It’s not a matter of if – rather when.
• What are kids doing online? Learn the latest apps and platforms your kids are either on, want to be on or are being told about at school. TikTok, Omegle, House Party & more.
• Online Grooming. What is it and when/how does it  occur? What are the warning signs & what to do if you suspect this is happening to your child.
• Cyberbullying. What it is, where it happens, what it looks like, how to prevent and what to do if it occurs. Also the         legal consequences and the possible criminal charges.
• Sharing Nudes. The taking and sending of explicit images. The social and emotional consequences as well as the Law.
• Problematic Gaming.  How to manage digital devices in your home to avoid problems and what to do if/when they arise.
• Exposure to damaging content. Including online pornography & sites that encourage suicide, self harm & eating disorders.
• Top Tips. How to assist the children in your care to stay safe online with rules, parental controls and restriction passcodes.
• The session will conclude with time for questions.

Mobile Phone Policy Review

The Department of Education (via ACIL Allen Consulting) is seeking your insights on the success of the introduction of the mobile phone policy/ban in Victorian schools in February 2020.

Parents are asked to complete the survey on the following link

https://survey.websurveycreator.com/s.aspx?s=873dbaf7-7bcb-4ac7-9c2d-d3c3807e0450

The survey will remain open till Friday 23 July.

Finally

Congratulations to our Assistant Principal, Aaron Petersen! 

Aaron has been awarded the prestigious Menzies School Leader Fellowship.  The fellowship acknowledges school leaders and supports them to further develop their leadership and to lead a project to improve student learning outcomes. Aaron’s focus will be on Student Voice and Agency.

Term 3 

In term 3 I will be taking long service leave.  Nick Hamer-Smith will be Principal during this time and Ry Mathieson will join Aaron as Assistant Principal.

All the best for a safe and relaxing break.

Sheereen Kindler

Principal