As our third term draws to a close we can reflect on the achievements of our students, school and staff this year.

In this most complex of years we can be very proud of the perseverance, inclusivity and teamwork demonstrated by our student, staff and parents.

I acknowledge the positive and open communication between parents and staff and know that this is a significant factor in the successful outcomes for our students.

WHAT IS SUCCESS AT FOXWELL?

After significant consultation over the past months with staff, students, parents, community members, and school partners, we can now define success for our school.

We can all support our students to be successful by guiding, encouraging, supporting them in their academic, sporting, cultural pursuits, but equally importantly can guide them to make considered choices in their behaviours, relationships, and contribution to our local and wider community.

CYBER-BULLYING – LET’S STAND TOGETHER

It can be difficult to navigate the online world, and for young people it can be made even more challenging if technology is being used to bully or hurt them. Cyberbullying can cut deeper than face-to-face bullying because it often plays out in public forums and it can be hard to escape. 

The Queensland Government has launched two new education and awareness campaigns to help young people and their parents and carers stop cyberbullying together. 

Swipe it away aims to empower young people to take the power back from the bullies and encourages them to talk with someone they trust to come up with a plan and navigate cyberbullying together. 

The Stand by us campaign targets parents, carers and trusted adults and lets them know how they can best help and support young people experiencing cyberbullying. The campaign is complemented by free cyberbullying seminars run by Triple P – Positive Parenting Program and online training and resources from Parentline.

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For more information about the campaigns, advice for young people experiencing cyberbullying, resources to support parents and carers or to connect with support services, visit www.qld.gov.au/stopcyberbullying

At Foxwell State Secondary College we take our stand against bullying and violence in all forms, very seriously. We will continue to work with student and their families when we are made aware of cyber-bullying that impacts our school, and we involve our partners in Queensland Police where appropriate. Please continue to support us to support your child at school, by being vigilant and teaching about respectful relationships at home.

SCHOOL OPINION SURVEY

During Term 3 the Department sought feedback from staff and parents of Foxwell State Secondary College about their experiences in 2020, and in particular through the Remote Learning Period.  We are very pleased and proud of the survey results and will share some highlights here. The full report will be discussed at the next P & C Meeting.

 STAFF

I feel this school is a safe place in which to work                    

100%

This school looks for ways to improve                                    

100%

The wellbeing of employees is a priority for my school            

100%

I have access to quality professional development                  

100%

I was confident creating a plan for ensuring that all students have access to resources for learning from home                                                        

                                                                                         100%

Support was provided to ensure inclusive learning practise could be maintained

                                                                                                                    83.3%

I found online platforms positively influences students’ engagement in lessons

                                                                                        66.7%

I was confident transitioning students from learning from home to classroom-based instruction                                                                            

                        100%

I feel supported in my role                                                    

100%

This is a good school                                                              

100%

PARENTS (please note small number of respondents can affect data)

Did your child have access to a computer or tablet?            

100%

Did your child have data or internet access?                        

100%

I received communication and instruction from the school and teachers

                                                                                                                    87.5%

Teachers were available to support my child with their lessons

                                                                                                87.5%

My child likes being at this school                                         

85.7%

This school is well maintained                                               

83.3%

My child is making good progress at this school                   

85.7%

We continue to review all available data to ensure that we are looking for ways to continually improve. We thank the parents who completed this survey. Further opportunities to provide feedback will be available when our school undertakes a Full School Review in Week 4 of Term 4.

I wish all of our school community members a very safe and happy holiday. We look forward to seeing you all refreshed and ready for Term 4 on Tuesday 6^th October.

Until then...

Kym Amor