Next term the College community will be undertaking a Cybersafety initiative. This will involve students from year 7 – 11 being surveyed to collect data on their cyber usage. This information will then be used to direct presentations specific to the year group. Hennessy staff will also have a presentation as part of their staff twilight. This presentation will also be open to staff from our feeder schools. There will also be a parent presentation on the evening on Monday 9 August from 7 – 8pm. This presentation will be address concerns raised by students in their surveys. 

Thank you to the parents who have supported the College as we have focused over the last few weeks on reducing the incident of vaping in the College. While we are aware of vaping occurring at the College we are actively looking to reduce it by allowing access to areas that it has occurred. This is all driven by student wellbeing as we become increasing aware of the dangers associated with vaping. 

The College has also pushed to support students in taking pride in their appearance by wearing their uniform correctly. Whilst this has been an overall success we still have some students wearing their PE uniform on the incorrect day. Students are only allowed to wear their sports uniform if they have Sport, have PE and PASS on the same day or have been directed by a staff member for training or a sporting competition. Male students are also reminded that they need to be clean shaven every day.

Thank you to Mr Peter Igo-Taylor and the Rice House Captains who hosted this terms Dine and Donate. A great night was had by all staff and parents who ventured out on a very chilly night and in excess of 25 meals were donated for use in the local community. 

The College has secured an Immersion to Darwin in 2022. We are hoping to expand the numbers and will have more information early in term 3

Next week the College will be hosting the Lemon Car Presentation. This presentation raises the awareness of road safety and what students should be aware of when purchasing their first car. Years 10 and 11 will view the presentation.

As always if you have any concerns please contact your child’s PC teacher or any member of the College’s Wellbeing Team.

Mark Chifley

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Assistant Principal

Mission and Wellbeing