College Assembly

Our new Student Leadership Team led their first college assembly last Tuesday. It was wonderful to see the teamwork on display from a group that has only recently formed. They were able to speak with confidence and passion about their school and connect directly with the younger students. Next week our new leaders will have the opportunity to attend their Leadership Camp which will begin with a twilight experience at school followed by a full day of activities and planning time. We wish them well and look forward to hearing more of their ideas.

Safe and Welcoming environment

During the assembly students were reminded of an important part of the College Mission Statement which refers to our partnership with families to build a safe and welcoming environment for our students.  Each day from how we speak and greet each other, how we move through the school and how we respond to people in need and address issues and concerns – we all have a role to play.

The students were reminded that from the moment they walk through the front gate they are surrounded by caring adults who focus on their wellbeing and academic success. Our students can easily access their Homeroom teacher, class teachers, support staff, Pastoral Coordinators, Counsellor, and College leaders throughout the day. Students were encouraged to mention any concerns they have as soon as they arise so we can support their safety and wellbeing. This same invitation is extended to our parents and carers as we work together to support our young people.

Day for Daniel

Day for Daniel is Australia’s largest child safety education and awareness day coordinated by the Daniel Morcombe Foundation. On Friday 27 October 2023, Carroll College will be joining in with a mufti Day and gold coin donation to support the work of the Foundation. Red has become the colour that represents child safety so students are invited to wear as much RED-themed clothing as they can to show their support. Secondly, educational resources about safety will be advertised around the college and through Homerooms. Finally, to support the great work of the Foundation students are asked to donate a gold coin which will be collected in Homeroom.

Parent Webinar program

The eSafety Commissioner is a very active and supportive resource for parents to refer to. The webinar topics for Term 4 2023 can be found in the image below along with the details of how to register.

Wellio   

The College has decided to access the resources of Wellio to enhance the Academic Care program that will continue to be delivered to students across all year groups in 2024. Wellio is a digital platform aimed at proactively improving students’ well-being through selecting a bespoke scope and sequence of engaging lessons with the ability to measure their impact in one powerful tool. On Friday 3 November, the Pastoral Team will be spending the day planning the program for each year level.

In the meantime, as part of this Wellio subscription our parents have access to a parent webinar entitled Resilience and Setbacks; a deep dive into strategies that parents can employ to bolster their children's resilience.

The webinar will cover

• Real-World Resilience: Breaking down what resilience looks like for young people and how they can harness it.

• The Growth from Failure: Helping kids perceive setbacks as growth opportunities rather than just downfalls.

• Mindset Mastery: How top performers, like Michael Jordan, channel an internal mindset to keep their cool.

The Webinar will be held on Thursday 26 October at 6.30pm. Parents and carers are encouraged to use the link below to register for this event.

Webinars | Wellio (wellioeducation.com)

Batemans Bay Youth Foundation Tertiary Education Grants

Attention all Year 12 students and parents!

If your child wants to study at University, TAFE, or a Tertiary Institution or take up an Apprenticeship or Traineeship in 2023 they need to consider a Batemans Bay Youth Foundation Grant. Having completed school, they can apply for a grant of up to $3,500 and can be used to help with their first-year costs.

Please check out the flyer below and take the time to apply for this wonderful opportunity.

Every year we have several students who volunteer to be part of this very active group that focuses on the interests of young people in our region. Participation in the youth advisory committee enhances personal growth, nurtures self-confidence and essential skills like leadership and teamwork. Students develop a deeper connection with their community, fostering empathy and social awareness. Their participation also enhances their resumes, prepares them for future leadership roles, and cultivates a sense of social responsibility. Through the youth committee, students not only make a positive impact but also experience personal fulfillment, broadening their horizons and contributing to their overall well-being. If you have students in mind, please reach out to them and offer your encouragement to join.

Currently, the Youth Committee members are working with organisations focusing on homelessness in our local area. The committee is focused on a small initiative to support the community in this area of concern and hopes to complete this wonderful project before the year's end.

If you believe this opportunity would benefit your child, please visit the Council website for further details Youth Committee | Eurobodalla Council (nsw.gov.au) or students can come and see me for more information.

Parents and carers are invited to contact the Pastoral Team if they would like to raise any issues regarding their child.

Louise Ibbett

Assistant Principal - Pastoral Care