As we move towards the end of semester one, now is a good time to check in on your child’s organisation and homework schedule. Please check their planner regularly, and discuss any upcoming due dates. If there is any confusion, empower them to contact their teachers directly. Furthermore, if your child has any issues they wish to raise with the school, encourage them to speak to a trusted staff member in person or via email. We have a very supportive team of staff at the Junior Campus, and students coming forward to speak up on matters that are important to them is such a powerful process. We love seeing our young people feeling more empowered, and becoming agents of their own learning and wellbeing.
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.
Uniform Shop Volunteers
Our school has been very fortunate to have a wonderful group of parent helpers who have managed the second-hand uniform shop over the past few years.
Many of their children graduate this year, and therefore we will see the end of their excellent contribution to our community. We are looking for a new energetic team of volunteers to take over the uniform shop. If you are interested, and would like more information, please complete this survey. No matter what amount of time you are able to contribute, we would love to hear from you.
Mr Matt Sheehan
Campus Principal – Junior School