Principal's Report
It filled me with great pride to view the Harmony Day and Leadership Induction Ceremony last week.
Our student presenters and performers are to be applauded for their courage and professionalism. At Foxwell SSC we believe that our Diversity is our Strength, and this was certainly on display across Harmony Week.
I take this opportunity to particularly acknowledge Ms Victoria Leadbeatter, our Head of Inclusion, who led a wonderful team to provide a week full of celebrations.
Our Foxwell SPIRIT was on show across the entire school with our guest performers commenting on how kind, engaged and passionate our students were. What a great commendation.
During last week I had the pleasure of being an Education Improvement Branch - Peer Reviewer of the new Fortitude Valley State Secondary College.
This was a wonderful opportunity to engage with another new world-class secondary college and to consider how we can all continue to reflect on our practices to ensure that we are providing the very best education for every student.
It made me very happy to see another school that is built on high expectations, strong values and of course, kindness.
ONLINE SAFETY
As stated on a Facebook post this week, “I see a key role we have as educators is to ensure that our students have the knowledge and skills to stay safe and well. With the prevalence of online activity amongst young people in our modern society, it is critical that educators and parents provide our young people with key information about their online safety and behaviours.
This week we spoke with all Year 7 and 8 students around online behaviours including harassment, bullying, and receiving, sharing or distributing inappropriate or pornographic images. We ensured an age appropriate session and were available for individual support.
To support parents in talking with your children at home, we have provided some information from the eSafety Commissioner regarding young people and kids.
www.esafety.gov.au/young-people
Should you require any further support in speaking with your child, please contact our Guidance Officer, School-based Youth Health Nurse, or Chaplain.
SAFETY AND WELLBEING
The other area we ask you to speak with your children about is around mature decision making.
Over the last week we have been made aware of a couple of concerning ‘internet crazes/dares/challenges’ going around the local community. Some of these can lead to injury or worse.
Please encourage your child to think before they act, or follow a dangerous craze. We all like to have fun, but risking our health or life and the lives of others is never ok.
LEARNING AND ASSESSMENT
It is quite a busy time for students as they prepare to submit their final assessment or engage in assessment tasks.
It has been wonderful to see so many students taking advantage of our What I Need (WIN) time program where students can access support from teachers and teacher assistants.
This is available every day from 8.00 – 8.35 am and from 3 – 4pm. We encourage our students to take advantage of this generous service being provided free of charge by our staff.
Please remember to check in with your child about their learning progress.
Until next time
Kym Amor