Student Leadership and Boys Education 

On Wednesday 22 May the boys in Years 4-6 participated in ‘Raising Boys to Live and Learn’ workshops with Mr Warren Hopley, an experienced Principal who has specialised in the area of Boys Education over many years. During these workshops the students reflected on the key values of our school and the contributions that they can make individually to our community. They also identified the not so good ways. 

Our staff participated in a meeting facilitated by Warren also reflecting on how boys can be ‘tuned in’ and ‘tuned out’ of learning and school life. 

On Tuesday 11 June from 6:30-7:30pm you are invited to attend a parent session in the school library with Warren. The topics explored during this session will include:

• Why father-figures are important
• How boys think and learn
• How we can help boys be happy and well balanced
• How parents can help at home
• What schools are doing to help boys learn

Please RSVP for this session: Click here to register your attendance.

In addition to these sessions we will have whole grade leadership days with all students in Years 4-6. More information regarding these days will be shared.

Term 2 Wellbeing Groups

This term as part of my role I am facilitating Wellbeing Groups across all classes K-6. In these small groups resources and activities from the 'Grow Your Mind' Program will be utilised. Themes such as: Resilience, Friendships, Emotional Regulation, Gratitude and Growth Mindset will be explored. Your child/children may work with me at some point this term in these groups. Attached is a link to the parent ebook from Grow Your Mind for your reference.

National Sorry Day and Reconciliation Week

National Sorry Day is observed on May 26th each year in Australia. It is a day of remembrance and reflection dedicated to acknowledging the historical mistreatment and injustices suffered by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, particularly the Stolen Generations.

National Reconciliation Week is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.

The theme for 2024 is 'Now More Than Ever', encouraging all Australians, from individuals, families, and communities, to organisations and government, to be a voice for reconciliation in tangible ways in their everyday lives.

All classes will recognise and reflect upon the importance of National Sorry Day and Reconciliation Week.

Have a wonderful week and remember to keep refilling that cup.

 

Amanda Macourt

Leader of Wellbeing and Engagement