On Friday 5th August the Year 10 cohort participated in the Tomorrow Woman and Tomorrow Man workshops. They discussed what it means to be a young person in today's society, exploring societal norms, influences and social pressures and how best to support one another to be upstanding members of their community.

The conversations throughout the workshop, respect shown to each other and the group consensus on how best move forward as a society was truly impressive. The students all reported that they found the workshop benefical and enjoyed being involved in the group activities.

We Are Womxn and Man Up Programs

Students in Year 7-11 kicked off Term 3 with the We Are Womxn and Man Up programs.

These programs had a focus on positive and respectful relationships (friendships, intimate and family), mental health, body esteem and safe social media use. The presenters created a space to discuss those taboo topics to help our young people find their power to de-stigmatise discussions about women’s issues and to allow young men to embrace healthy masculinity. The presentations were well received by all students and were a fantastic way to start Term 3.

Clearing the Air – Vaping Education

Years 7-10 students have engaged in “Clearing the Air” presented by Perennial Health Institute. The presentation addressed the current trend of vaping and brought students up to speed on the latest knowledge surrounding e-cigarettes and vaping.

The presentation included some fact vs. fiction, standing up against peer pressure, health issues, social triggers and what students can do about the current vape problem.

Azelene Williams who presented to the students draws from her own experiences as a teenager who smoked and later turned to vaping and the affects this had on her health. 

As a school we endeavour to keep our students informed about up to date health information.

Dates for your Diary

Wear it Purple Day: 26 August – Go Purple and stand against the alarming rate of discrimination LGBTIQIA+ youth still face. Today is the day to get your purple on and to raise awareness in our school community.

R U OK? Day: 8 September – A day to inspire and empower everyone to meaningfully connect with the people around them and start a conversation with those in their world who may be struggling with life. Wear your brightest yellow on this day to help promote awareness or to help start that conversation.

The Students Services Team