Daniel Morcombe Child Safety Curriculum – Focus on "React"

Students across all year levels have been learning to identify safe and unsafe situations as part of the Daniel Morcombe Child Safety Curriculum. In the coming weeks, lessons will begin focusing on the second key safety message: React.

The React message encourages students to think about what actions they can take to become safe again if they ever find themselves in an unsafe situation. Through real-life scenarios, students will explore different ways to respond and make safe choices.

Importantly, they will also learn that sometimes it’s okay to break the rules—such as saying “no” to an adult who is acting inappropriately—in order to protect themselves and regain safety.

We encourage you to talk with your child about what they’re learning. Conversations at home about how to react in unsafe situations help reinforce these important messages and support your child in developing life-long safety skills.

My Body, My Life – Puberty and Personal Development Program

On Wednesday, our Year 5 students participated in the My Body, My Life Puberty and Personal Development program, presented by the Archdiocesan Marriage, Family and Relationships team.

In preparation for the session, Year 5 families were given access to an online parent program to support conversations at home. During Wednesday’s workshop, students worked in small groups with the Marriage, Family and Relationships team, allowing for deeper engagement, shared learning, and the opportunity to ask questions and clarify information.

This program is an important part of our Personal Development and Health curriculum, helping students to understand and take ownership of the changes that occur during puberty in a supportive and respectful environment.

Tom Bennett Professional Learning

This week, Mrs. Jenny Smith, Mrs Ann-Maree Nussdorfer, Ms Alyssa McRae, and Mr Jackson Keen will be heading to Canberra to attend the Tom Bennett – Running the Room Professional Learning session.

This unique face-to-face training day will equip teachers with effective strategies to build strong relationships, establish routines, set boundaries, and encourage positive behaviour, all of which help create an environment where every child can thrive as a learner.

We are excited for the staff attending and look forward to hearing about their experience and insights from the Tom Bennett session. Many of us have already read his books and incorporate his strategies into our teaching practices.

Kind regards,

Jeni

Ms Jeni McCarthy

Assistant Principal