Student Health & Wellbeing
Say No To Bullying
Friday March 16th was National 'Say No To Bullying Day'.
To support this day, the students were invited to the RPAC to watch some films at lunch time, all concentrated around the subject of bullying.
In addition to our Year 12 Student Leaders, 84 students from all year levels attended the short film event to celebrate and recognize the importance of 'Say No To Bullying Day'.
It was fantastic to see how mature, respectful and supportive all the students were while attending the short film festival, especially when faced with such a powerful and emotional subject.
Also on the day, staff wore blue to show support to the students and acknowledge 'Say No To Bullying Day'.
For resources regarding bullying, check out the links below
https://www.vic.gov.au/news/bully-stoppers.html
"SPEAK, EVEN IF YOUR VOICE SHAKES"
Ch 10 "The Project" aired Thursday 15 Mar 2018
Some of the most influential people in the world are taking a stand to deliver a powerful message against bullying.
If you or someone you know is in crisis
and needs support, call the
Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800 or
Lifeline on 13 11 14.
Ride2School Day
Friday March 23rd
Congratulations and well done to all the students for walking and wheeling to school for the Ride 2 School / active travel day on Friday March 23rd
We had 27 students ride or scoot to school today. They were rewarded with an icy pole and stickers to encourage active travel to school
We support our students to walk or wheel to school because:
• Students feel fresh and alert at the beginning of a school day.
• There are fewer cars around the school which eases ‘drop off congestion’.
• Students are more likely to reach the recommended 60 minutes of physical activity they need each day.
• Students feel happier, healthier and perform better in the classroom.
All students on wheels are required to wear helmets (this includes skaters and scooters) for their safety.
We would love to see our students keep up the walking and wheeling thought the year as we believe the benefits greatly assist in the students personal and academic development. Parents can join in the fun by walking or wheeling with the students.
Bike and Scooter Rider Safety
Students are reminded that they must wear a bike helmet if riding a bike or scooter to school.
It is a legal requirement to wear a helmet when riding a bike. Police can stop bike and scooter riders and issue a $198 fine or a warning for not wearing an approved bicycle helmet.
When you are riding to school in your school uniform, you are representing the College and must be following the road rules.
If students are found to be failing to abide by the law, consequences will be given.
HPSC Breakfast Club
All students are invited to the Student Welfare and PSD area for breakfast on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 8am to 8.45am. Come along, make some new friends and fuel your body with the energy you need to get through a busy school day. Everyone is welcome!
Sick Bay
Sickbay acts as a first-aid station only.
If your child is unwell in the morning, it is best they remain at home.
Should they become ill at school they will be attended to by a First Aid attendant. If it is considered necessary for the child to be sent home, parents/caregivers will be contacted. Parents/caregivers are asked to collect their children promptly. If parents/caregivers are not contactable the Emergency contact person will be called. Please make sure that your student contact details are up to date. These can be updated via Compass School Manager.
Students are NOT PERMITTED to RING/TEXT their parents/caregivers themselves OR leave the school without permission.
If your child requires regular medication to be administered during school hours, parents/caregivers need to send the medication to school, clearly labelled, and it must be accompanied by a completed Medication authority form.
Please be aware the school does not keep a supply of painkillers (Panadol or other medication) for student use.
School Crossing Safety
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