From the Principal Desk
R U OK? Day
Today we celebrated R U OK? Day. It is a day of action focused on encouraging us to take time and connect with friends, family, and colleagues. This year's theme reminds us that there is more to say after R U OK? It's about listening, encouraging action, and then staying connected because research indicates that genuine care and concern can make a real difference. If you feel like something's not quite the same with someone you know – there's something going on in their life, or you notice a change in what they're saying or doing - trust that gut instinct and take the time to ask them, "Are you OK?" If someone says they're not OK, make time to listen, encourage action, and check-in.
Did you know that actively participating in musical and rhythmic activities can contribute to greater emotional and social well-being?
This R U OK? DAY, the Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong invited everyone to start a meaningful conversation and shine a light on mental health and wellbeing through the "RUOK RHYTHMS - A Simultaneous Drumming for Wellbeing" experience. The students gathered in the hall with their drums, lunch boxes, and baskets and played along to the drum-a-long video clip. Well done, everyone!
Cyberbullying and Online Drama: CCSP Webinar for parents and carers of young people aged 11-18 years
In partnership with the eSafety Commissioner, the Council of Catholic School Parents NSW/ACT (CCSP) is running a free webinar for parents and carers of young people aged 11 to 18. The webinar will include hints on how to start conversations with your child about their online friendships and positive ways to deal with changing relationships.
The webinar will cover:
- starting conversations with your child about their online friendships and positive ways to deal with changing relationships
- understanding the rights, laws and community expectations that govern social media use
The webinar is being held on Tuesday 20 September 2022, from 7.30 pm-8.30 pm. Access the webinar flyer here.
NAPLAN 2022
Last week Year 3 and Year 5 NAPLAN Reports were sent home. NAPLAN is a national assessment in Reading, Writing, Spelling, Grammar and Punctuation, and Numeracy. As a school, student results across all areas are to be commended. Every student in Years 3 and 5 achieved at or above National minimum standards in Reading, Writing and Numeracy, and one hundred percent of Year 3 students for Spelling and Grammar and Punctuation. This data will be used to assist planning and teaching effective and targeted programs.
Just a reminder!
As we head into the final weeks of Term 3, please keep an eye on your Compass and Seesaw notifications, Facebook posts and newsletter for upcoming events. Thank you for all your support.