Rebecca Durran
CONNECT Coordinator Junior Sub School Leader
This term in CONNECT, our students have explored a range of important and meaningful topics designed to support their wellbeing, personal growth, and cultural understanding.
We began the term by celebrating NAIDOC Week as a whole school. Students learnt about the significance of honouring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, including the meaning and traditions of smoking ceremonies; some students engaged in mindfulness colouring of Aboriginal artworks. The week concluded with a smoking ceremony following Friday’s whole school assembly, giving students the opportunity to actively participate in this important cultural practice.
In Week 2, CONNECT sessions were tailored to each year level to address key wellbeing themes:
- Year 7: Emotional Literacy – understanding and managing our emotions.
- Year 8: Mental Health – recognising signs of stress and knowing where to seek support.
- Year 9 & 10: Resilience – building the ability to adapt and bounce back from challenges.
- Year 11: Positive Self-Talk – developing a growth mindset and maintaining confidence.
- Year 12: Safer Socialising – making safe and informed choices.
We encourage families to continue these conversations at home. Talking with your child about what they have been learning in CONNECT helps strengthen their understanding, reinforces positive habits, and shows that their wellbeing and personal development are valued both at school and at home.
