Student wellbeing

Uniform update

I have received advice from Noone’s that we can expect samples of a new short-sleeve blouse in the coming weeks. This blouse when introduced may be worn with new navy shorts or the existing navy trousers through all four terms. Whilst there have unfortunately been some manufacturing delays, in the coming weeks I look forward to displaying the sample blouses and updating you on expected delivery times. We look forward to these exciting new additions to our academic uniform and to the choice and flexibility it will provide for all students.  

2023 House leadership

Congratulations to our Year 10 students, who have just completed a rigorous House leadership application process. After the submission of written applications, last week candidates presented their speeches to their respective House members. Houses are currently completing the voting process and I look forward to announcing our 2023 House Sport and HPA Leaders in the coming weeks. All the best to our candidates. 

Resources

Article: Seven ways to build your child’s self esteem 

In this article Dr Deborah Trengove suggests practical ways that parents can build healthy self-esteem in their children. 

Article: Testing times: How to deal with exam anxiety 

Tests, exams, assessments – the mere mention of these to some teens can cause anxiety to escalate, writes Dr Deborah Trengove. In this article, she shares her strategies to help overcome the feeling during testing times. 

Q and A:The invisible life of us: Parenting kids with additional needs

Natalie Moutafis speaks with 'Too Peas in a Podcast’ creators Kate Jones and Mandy Hose about their first book on parenting kids with additional needs. 

Free webinar: Digital technologies and mental health webinar

The eSafety Commissioner is offering a free webinar for parents and carers to learn how games, apps and social media can influence young people’s mental wellbeing. This one-hour webinar is being offered on 27 October and is suitable for parents, guardians and carers on young people aged between 10 and 18 years of age. Please click on the link below for further information and registration details. 

Pauline Cutajar

Deputy Principal – Student Wellbeing and Development