We have now come to the end of the very first Semester for Foxwell State Secondary College. Who could ever have imagined the semester would include such change and uncertainty? What has been clear is the strong sense of community we have here at Foxwell and the dedication of staff, students and parents to always do what is best for our students.

I want to take this opportunity to acknowledge our staff who have gone way beyond what would normally be expected of them in a Semester. They have worked tirelessly to ensure that the academic and social progress of our students is supported and that the strong relationships they built early in Term 1 were maintained and enhanced over the Semester. They have spent many long days and nights, and worked across their holidays and weekends to ensure the very best for our students and I thank each of them for that.

Our parents have been extraordinary. If someone told them in February that they would be expected to be a key educator for their child, they would have thought we were crazy. But this is what was needed and can I applaud our parents for handling this challenge with such positivity and commitment. We have always valued and appreciated that parents are a significant partner in the education of their child/ren, but this Semester you have done so much more and our students and staff thank you.

The Foxwell students have been our stand out stars. They have been resilient and determined and have succeeded, with some even excelling during this time. Our students have demonstrated their SPIRIT values of Service, Perseverance, Integrity, Respect and Responsibility, Inclusivity and Teamwork in many ways this term and as a school we can be very proud of them. The skills and confidence to be highly capable independent thinkers and learners will set them up for great success into the future. Today I have chosen to showcase just a few of our students who have Excelled at Foxwell in their own unique ways. Over the year I will be sure to showcase many other students who have excelled.

Staffing

In Semester Two we will welcome two new staff members to the Foxwell team. Ms Hannah Jones and Ms Colby Wells will be joining our teaching team and bring with them a wealth of knowledge and experience across various industries.  Ms Jones will be a member of our Inclusion Team, whist Ms Wells will be teaching a number of classes in the areas of Mathematics and Physical World.  We are honoured that Ms Jones and Ms Wells have chosen Foxwell State Secondary College as their school.

Safe Holidays

I wish every member of our school community a very safe holiday. I will be spending some quiet time with my husband and two adult children on the Sunshine Coast and will be sure to catch up on some reading, exercise, and healthy eating.  I hope that each of our families have the opportunity to share wonderful family moments that will create special memories. Please stay safe on the roads if you are travelling and also stay safe in your homes. Please continue to be vigilant in supporting your children to appropriately use technology so that they are not engaging in apps or conversations that are inappropriate or unkind.  Remember that Kindness is the Foxwell Way and that bullying (including CyberBullying) is never acceptable. 

Enjoy this well earned break.

See you next term.

Kym Amor