It has once again been a whirlwind start to term two. Year 7 students welcomed in the term with sessions presented by ToolBox Education. These sessions were designed to support students in their emotional regulation, and it was wonderful to see the students participating in such a great way. If you haven’t already, please encourage your child to describe the session, and the new strategies they learned. Year 8s have a session with the same provider in the coming weeks.
Next week we have our final handful of classes heading out to Monash Tech School to participate in the incredible immersive program to which out students get access. This is always an excellent opportunity for our students to see the latest technology, meet industry professionals, and collaborate with their peers in a different setting.
Our biggest highlight of the term so far was definitely coming together as a campus for our annual ANZAC Day Assembly. This year we heard from Year 12 Prefect Jackie Q, who is a cadet, and took the time to interview a Vietnam Veteran about his experiences. We were also very appreciative to have John Haward, President of Box Hill RSL and a Vietnam Veteran himself, share his experiences. His main message was one of resilience, camaraderie, and the importance of mateship.
Every Day Counts
Did you know:
- Patterns of late arrival at school or missing classes are early warning signs of disengagement?
- Missing one day of school each week adds up to two months per year?
- Each day of absence has an impact on skill development and important social connections
- Poor attendance may be associated with future unemployment, criminal activity, substance abuse, and poorer health and life expectancy?
Top tips:
- We want to work in partnership with parents – act early if you have any concerns by contacting your child’s school and asking for advice and support
- Remember that every day counts
- There is no safe number of days for missing school – each day a student misses puts them behind, and can affect their educational outcomes and their social connectedness
- Talk positively about school and the importance of attending every day
- Open and prompt communication with the school about all absences is a good idea
- Avoid making routine medical and dental appointments during the school day or planning family holidays during the term
- Seek help from the school if you are concerned about your child’s attendance and wellbeing. We want to work in partnership with parents to support student attendance and wellbeing
Smile Squad
Smile Squad six month fluoride varnish visit
The Link Health and Community Smile Squad team are heading back to our school to complete six-monthly fluoride varnish applications for those students who have provided consent. Fluoride varnish applications help make sure students have the best chance of preventing tooth decay, so we’re excited Smile Squad are coming back.
Consent for this fluoride varnish application was provided when students’ initial consent forms were returned. However, if anyone has changed their mind and do not wish to receive a fluoride varnish application, they can contact Link Health and Community directly to let them know. Please contact the Smile Squad team via:
Phone: 0419 249 158
Email: linksmilesquad@lchs.com.au
The Smile Squad team look forward to visiting soon.
Mr Matt Sheehan
Campus Principal – Junior School