Term 3 Week 4 - 16 August 2024
- Principal's Message
- Assistant Principal Appraisal Process
- Assistant Principal - Learning and Teaching
- HSC Trial Examination Prayer
- 2024 HSC Study Guide
- Assistant Principal - Mission and Wellbeing
- Ministry and Evangelisation
- Catechesis
- Sport
- Pedagogy
- Pastoral Care
- 2024 Vaccination Catch Up Clinic
- Introduction of 'Right to Disconnect' Legislation
- For Action: Parent Consent and Student User Agreement
- Science Week 2024
- Pulse @ Parkes
- HSC Creative Arts Showcase
- Year 12 Graduation Ceremony
- Be a Sponsor for St Paul's 2024 Major Awards Ceremony
- Alumni News
- Sr Cabrini Celebrations
- FREE Parenting Webinar
- Opportunity for Parents: Supporting Mental Health Wellbeing of Children and Young People
- Newsletter Sponsors
Year 11 students are busy preparing for their Preliminary Higher School Certificate examinations which will be taking place toward the end of the Term and I thank our staff who are preparing them well.
Year 8 have recently experienced a TASTER DAY to consider electives for Year 9, 2025. This is an exciting time for them as they have their first opportunity to choose courses that are of particular interest and I hope this was a very informative day for them. I remind our Year 10 families that subject lines for Year 11, 2025 will be released shortly based on interviews and student interest. It is hoped that these opportunities allow for conversations at home as subject choice needs thought and should involve discussions with family, the student and the College.
I congratulate our Duke of Edinburgh group who were recently involved in their first expedition. I acknowledge Ms Bethany Rennes, Ms Jade Tildsey and Mr Glen Northey who supported these amazing students in their preparation and execution for the expedition. This is the first time Duke of Edinburgh has been run at the College and the interest has been overwhelming. I am enormously proud of the students involved!
Well done to our Year 8 students who took part in the Festa Christi gathering recently. It was a great opportunity for St Paul’s students to meet other Year 8’s across the Diocese and talk about faith, spirituality and what this means for them as they journey through life. I acknowledge Mr Geoff Melville and Mrs Barica Rafton who supervised our students so they could attend this important experience. As expected, St Paul's student behaviour was exceptional!
Across the course of this Term the College is working through the process of interviewing and appointing staff in positions of responsibility for the next three years. This involves our Executive team, Leaders of Learning and Year/House Pastoral Care Coordinators. This is a very exciting process and we are fortunate to have many very competent, talented staff who have applied for these roles. We are certainly well placed to continue the academic and pastoral growth of the College through the management and leadership of those who have applied.
A reminder that Mr Geoff Melville our Assistant Principal - Mission is currently involved in an appraisal process and our parents/carers are invited to be a part of this. If this is of interest please make contact with Mrs Alys Farley, Executive Assistant to the Principal, alys.farley@lism.catholic.edu.au
Finally please be aware that we will shortly be commencing the process of selecting College Students Leaders for 2025.
Kind regards,
Mr David JOHNS B.Ed., Cert. Gifted Ed., Grad. Cert. Adol. Health and Welfare, M.Ed. (Ed Lead), M.Ed. (Theol)
Principal
During Term 3 on Monday 2 September, Mr Geoff Melville, will be involved in an Assistant Principal appraisal process as part of his contract conditions with the Catholic Schools Office.
The appraisal process seeks information from a variety of people associated with the school. The process aims to highlight the positive aspects of the Assistant Principal’s performance and identify areas for further development.
A timeline will be constructed to suit the needs of the school community. A panel consisting of the College's Principal as Chair and a Regional Service Leader from the Catholic Schools Office will conduct the appraisal.
The full Assistant Principal appraisal process involves:
- a survey and self-appraisal statement completed by the Assistant Principal
- surveys of the College's staff, Catholic Schools Office personnel
- input by the Principal
- input as arranged with the Parish Priest
- interviews with College staff
- interviews with parents/carers who wish to present
- a formal interview with the Assistant Principal by the panel
- Any parents/carers who wish to make contact with the panel are welcome to do so by contacting the Principal before the appraisal date. Not all those that wish to be interviewed may be accommodated.
Thank you for your support of the College’s leadership team.
Learning Collaborative Visit
This week St Paul’s welcomed Dr Tania Leach from the University of Southern Queensland and Christy Ismay and John McKay from DLCSL to review the work of the Learning Collaborative in the College. The visit involved going into many classrooms across the school to speak to students about their experiences of learning and how they progress in their lessons. The visitors were positive about the progress at the College and the way in which the students and teachers engaged with the work of the Learning Collaborative. Thank you to all staff and students involved!
The work of our Learning Collaborative continues to support the students through the process of learning, receiving feedback and goal setting.
Parent/Teacher Evening - Years 7-12
Thank you to all parents who joined us for the Parent Teacher evening last week. This was a wonderful evening full of positive conversations about the learning and progress of your children. Thanks again for your attendance! If you missed seeing a teacher please feel free to email them and make time to discuss your child’s progress.
Year 8 Subject Selection Taster Day
On Monday 12 August Year 8 students were provided an opportunity to try some elective subjects before they select their choices for next year. The students experienced a huge range of classes from Food Technology to Elective History, Metal work to Commerce and many other opportunities.
I would like to thank all staff who produced engaging and interesting lessons and the Year 8 students who participated with enthusiasm and genuine interest. Thanks also to Mrs Tovey for organising the day.
The Year 8 students will be provided with the opportunity to pick their electives over the next 2 weeks.
Atomi
Congratulations to Isaac Dunbar and Alec Gorline-Singleman who were the highest Atomi users over the last 7 days! The students both received a canteen voucher for their reward. Many students are using Atomi to revise for their upcoming exams and I encourage them to continue doing so!Year 12 - Trial HSC exams
Year 12 Trial Exam Timetable
The trial exam period is 19-30 August. Our Year 12 students start their trial exams next week. Please support your young adults by ensuring the following:
- Make sure they are organised to be here on time! 8.30 for a morning exam and 12.30 for an afternoon exam.
- Please ensure they are eating healthy meals throughout this period. A healthy breakfast is essential when sitting a 3 hour exam.
- Bring all equipment. Especially for exams like maths and science based. Ensure they have plenty of pens and all necessary equipment.
Thank you for your support to ensure a successful trial period.
Year 11 Preliminary Exam Period
The Year 11 classes are working towards their preliminary exams in Week 9. This culminates the course for these students before they move into their HSC year which starts in Term 4. Encourage Year 11 students to work with their teachers for revision tasks during this period. Atomi is an excellent resource for these students at this time.
Attendance at school during the above two exam periods is mandatory. We do understand that there is a lot of sickness around at the moment. Students must follow the guidelines on the notification if they are unwell on the day of or the day before a task. This is incredibly important as it follows the necessary guidance from NESA in preparation for their HSC. Students are permitted to attend school for their exams and remain home when they do not have an exam. They are able to use the library to study in between if they wish.
Please reach out if you have any questions about the learning for your students.
Ms Kate Fullbrook - Assistant Principal - Learning and Teaching
St Paul's College staff, students and community wish Year 12 and the Year 10 & 11 accelerated students the very best of luck in their HSC trial exams!
The NSW Education Standards Authority, in partnership with The Sydney Morning Herald, has released the 2024 HSC Study Guide, which is packed with everything students need to reach their HSC exam goals.
Students can find tips to help their study routine, access the HSC quiz and read advice from past students and markers.
The guide also includes advice from mental health and wellbeing experts at ReachOut on how to support students, as well as tailored tips for parents and families on how to support their children in the lead-up to exams.
This year’s HSC Study Guide busts some of the common misconceptions about the HSC, including how marks are calculated, the disability provisions program, and illness misadventures. It also provides specific information regarding vocational education and training (VET) courses as part of the HSC and advice on finding the right course that fits different career goals.
To access the study guide click here.
Important information regarding Student Attendance
I have written to you earlier this year regarding the importance of improving attendance at St Paul’s and 2024 has seen significant improvements in this important area of school. The Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools have updated the procedures for monitoring and supporting schools to promote student attendance. Every school day builds upon the previous one, making it essential for students to attend regularly. Regular attendance is crucial as it fosters resilience and enables students to form vital social connections. Across all NSW education systems the expected level of student attendance is above 95%, and we aim to support all of our students to achieve this.
If your child’s attendance is below 90% you may receive a COMPASS communication in the coming weeks. We acknowledge that there may be many reasons for absences and you may have already provided information to the College about why your child has been away. However, this communication is to ensure all parents are aware that their child’s attendance is currently at or under 90%.
We believe that by working together, we can ensure that every student has the opportunity to succeed. Please ensure you contact the College if you would like any support with your child’s attendance.
Please contact me if you have any questions regarding these matters.
Mr Geoffrey Melville - Assistant Principal - Mission and Wellbeing
Festa Christi
In Week 3, a group of Year 8 students from St Paul's College had the unique opportunity to attend the Festa Christi Retreat, a four-day experience designed to deepen their understanding of social justice and personal growth. Held at the picturesque Coffs Adventure Centre in Bonville, this retreat offered our students an invaluable chance to reflect, overcome personal challenges, and foster a stronger sense of empathy.
The retreat was divided into two sessions, with six boys participating on Tuesday and Wednesday, followed by five girls on Thursday and Friday. The boys' group included James Browning, Lucas Chow, Ethan Layton, Dylan Micallef, Mateo Posterino Mendez, and Jayden van Kal. The girls' group was represented by Emily Brack, Phoebe Brown, Oases Cox, Tahla Kennard, and Rubi Lillia.
Festa Christi is more than just a retreat, it is an immersive experience that encourages students to "walk in another person’s shoes." Through various activities and reflections, our students confronted and overcame their fears, gaining a greater awareness of social justice issues and their role in the world. The retreat also provided time for prayer and quiet reflection, allowing students to connect with their faith on a deeper level.
The students participated in a range of outdoor activities, including a challenging mud course, a thrilling climbing wall, and the exhilarating giant swing. Each activity was designed to push students out of their comfort zones and help them build confidence and resilience.
The retreat concluded with a beautiful celebration of the Eucharist, bringing the students together in faith and fellowship. Thanks to Mr Geoff Melville and Mrs Barica Rafton for accompanying the students on this journey and providing their unwavering support throughout the retreat. Their guidance and encouragement played a vital role in making this experience truly memorable for our Year 8 students.
Festa Christi has undoubtedly left a lasting impact on those who attended, and we look forward to seeing how they continue to grow in their faith and commitment to social justice in the months and years to come.
Feast of the Assumption Mass
This week St Paul's College celebrated the Feast of the Assumption on Thursday with a special Mass, bringing our community together in faith and reflection. The mass, which honors the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, was a beautiful and spiritually enriching experience for all who attended.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to Fr James, who presided over the Mass, guiding us with his wisdom and spiritual leadership. A special thank you also goes to the talented choir, which included students from our Year 8 Music class, whose harmonious voices added a reverent and uplifting atmosphere to the celebration. Additionally, we are grateful to the Year 10 Catholic Youth Ministry class for their dedicated efforts in planning the Mass. Their thoughtful contributions included performing the readings and leading the prayers, helping to make the liturgy a meaningful and memorable occasion for our entire community.
This celebration of the Feast of the Assumption was a true testament to the spirit of collaboration and faith that defines St Paul's College.
Mary Mackillop Feast Day
On Wednesday, the MacKillop House gathered to honour the legacy of St Mary MacKillop with a special liturgy. The celebration took place at All Saints Catholic Church in Kempsey, where Fr James presided over a moving service that reflected on the life and virtues of Australia’s first saint.
Following the liturgy, students and staff returned to the college for a BBQ lunch, enjoying fellowship and reflecting on the day’s significance. The celebration highlighted the values of faith, compassion, perseverance, courage, and humility—qualities that Mary MacKillop embodied and that we strive to cultivate within our community.
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Mr Aidhan Fahey, the MacKillop Pastoral Leader, for his exceptional efforts in organising the liturgy. His leadership ensured that the service was both meaningful and inspiring. Mr Fahey also arranged for readers and performers who contributed to the liturgy, as well as the presentation of awards to students who consistently demonstrate the core values of their patron saint.
A special thank you also goes to our House Spirit Leaders, Ella Mainey and Harry Gill, who played a pivotal role in the celebration by sharing the story of Mary MacKillop. Their presentation offered a powerful reminder of how Mary’s life continues to inspire us to live with courage and compassion.
The MacKillop Liturgy was a wonderful occasion that not only celebrated our house patron but also brought our College community closer together in faith and unity.
Mr Matthew Mitchell - Leader of Evangelisation
On Thursday, our College community came together to celebrate Mass for the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
What is the Assumption of Mary?
The Assumption of Mary is the name of the teaching that Jesus Christ took Mary up to heaven with him body and soul at the end of her earthly life.
Assumption = “taking up” = “taking up into heaven”
This teaching has been upheld by the Church for centuries in the writings of Church Fathers and in the Church’s liturgy, but it was formalized in by Pope Pius XII in 1950.
Why is the Assumption of Mary important?
If the Blessed Virgin Mary was immaculately conceived, that is, she was conceived and born without sin so that Jesus Christ could also be born without sin.
The Assumption of Mary is important because she precedes us in the resurrection of the body. Her body, which was without sin, is glorified in heaven.
Where is the Assumption of Mary in the Bible?
There is no Bible verse describing the Blessed Virgin Mary going to heaven as an event. The Book of Acts focuses on the Acts of the Apostles, not the life of the Mother of God. In the Gospel of John we know that Jesus asked the Apostle John to take care of his mother, so tradition states she lived with him until the end of her life.
The Book of Revelation does reference “a woman clothed in the sun with the moon under her feet” in heaven (Revelation 12:1-2).
St Paul writes about the resurrection of Christ’s body in 1 Corinthians 15:20. Jesus Christ’s resurrection was the “first fruits” of those who have fallen asleep. Through the Assumption, Mary received an early share in that resurrection.
Mr Brendan Goswell - Leader of Catechesis
On Friday 26 July, students at the College took part in the annual College Athletics Carnival. Despite the weather, students were outstanding in their behaviour and participation across the day. As usual, a number of records fell across the day in the long-distance running events.
Wilton Townsend
400m – 55.40 seconds
800m – 2 min 04.22 sec (shaving a massive 15 seconds off the previous record).
1500m – 4 min 19.58 sec (smashing the old record by 30 seconds).
Ameila Wilson
800m – 2 min 34.32 sec
1500m – 5 min 14.47 sec
Overall House winners
Diocesan Junior Basketball
Our Year 9/10 basketball team represented the College at the Diocesan Carnival with determination. Our students, mainly from Year 9, gave up height and physicality from the outset, relying on speed and agility. Despite their best efforts, the inability to penetrate the tall defenders and rebound allowed an insurmountable possession imbalance. As the tournament progressed they developed as a team and were more structured in both defence and attack using more effective passing. Despite not winning a game, all the players maintained excellent sportsmanship and enjoyed their time on the court.
Mr Roger Shipton - Coach
Mr Paul Posterino - Coach
Mr Heath Needs - Teacher and Sports Coordinator
The importance of Success Criteria for improving student learning outcomes
Explicit instruction is critical for the success of all students in a classroom. It involves informing students about the concepts that they are learning about and why (learning intentions) as well as clearly articulating what they will be learning through scaffolded, student-friendly success criteria.
Success criteria act as a guide to how they can achieve the learning intentions presented in the classroom and inform them of what they will be doing. They enable students to be assessment capable learners which means students know exactly what they will be assessed on related to the learning intention.
Across all subject areas at St Paul’s College, we aim to provide the students with the best possible opportunities for success in their learning through the provision of success criteria. For example, in Maths, students will be learning to apply Pythagoras’ theorem so that they can find the distance between two points in real-life situations, such as determining the shortest path in a park or measuring the height of a ladder needed to reach a certain height. This is the Learning Intention. To achieve this learning intention, they will need to be able to complete the following success criteria:
- Identify right-angled triangles in real-life scenarios, such as parks or building structures.
- Describe the relationship between the sides of a right-angled triangle and Pythagoras’ theorem.
- Calculate the length of the hypotenuse or a missing side using Pythagoras’ theorem.
- Apply Pythagoras’ theorem to determine the shortest distance between two points in practical situations.
- Explain how Pythagoras’ theorem can be used to solve problems involving heights and distances, such as the height of a ladder or the shortest path in a park.
When studying for assessments, it is important that students refer to the learning intention and study the success criteria. If they do this, they will increase their chance of success.
Perhaps you could have a conversation with your child about the success criteria they achieved in their lessons today or remind them, when topic tests, examinations or other assessments are approaching, to study the relevant success criteria.
Ms Maria Littlejohn - Leader of Pedagogy
2024 Bullying No Way
During the 2024 Bullying No Way: National week of action (12-16 August), Australian primary and secondary students discuss what it means to belong and how when everyone belongs, there is no place for bullying.
The theme for 2024 Bullying No Way is 'Everyone Belongs'. In school, belonging is like a superpower against bullying. It’s what brings us together, makes us stronger and helps us to understand and support each other.
Bullying No Way Week is all about the important roles school, family and community play in helping young people feel accepted, respected and that they have a place where they belong.
Ms Fiona Stuart - Leader of Pastoral Care
NSW Health will be conducting the NSW Schools Vaccination Program catch up clinic on Thursday 24 October for Year 7 and Year 10 students.
Online consent for school vaccinations
If your child is in Year 7 or Year 10 this year and have not received their routine school vaccinations, you can provide online consent for them to receive their vaccinations at the catch up clinic.
⦁ Year 7 students are offered free vaccines for diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis (dTpa) and human papillomavirus (HPV).
⦁ Year 10 students are offered a free vaccine for meningococcal ACWY.
Please note - Year 8 and Year 11 students who have an online consent/signed consent form from 2023, will be offered catch up vaccinations in 2024.
If parents/guardians consent online they will receive a reminder text 3 days prior to the clinic date.
Vaccination will only be provided at school if consent has been received.
Catch Up Clinic for 2024 Vaccination Program:
- Term 4 - Thursday 24 October
To provide consent for vaccination online, parents/carers will need to:
- Visit the online consent portal here.
- Follow the steps to log in to your existing Service NSW account. This is the same account you may already use to renew your driver's licence. If you don't have a Service NSW account, refer to Service NSW to create one.
- Enter Medicare details for yourself and your child and provide consent.
- If you consent online, you will receive a reminder text 3 days prior to the clinic date.
- Read a step-by-step guide on how to provide consent online. Translated guides are available online.
- If you or your child do not have a Medicare card or you cannot provide consent online, please email the College Office kmps@lism.catholic.edu.au to request a paper consent form to be sent home.
The benefits of providing consent online:
⦁ easily update your child's details.
⦁ receive SMS and/or email notifications when vaccinations are given.
⦁ faster upload of vaccination records to the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR).
For more information on routine school vaccinations, please visit www.health.nsw.gov.au/schoolvaccination. If you have any questions regarding your child's school vaccinations, please contact the NSW Public Health Unit on 1300 066 055.
Parents/carers may be aware that a recent change in workplace legislation has introduced the right for employees to disconnect outside of their working hours. This new law will come into effect on 26 August 2024.
Our teachers and other staff members are committed to providing the best education and support for your children. To ensure they can maintain a healthy work-life balance and deliver their best during working hours, the new legislation allows them to refrain from monitoring, reading, or responding to work-related communications outside of their scheduled hours.
We kindly ask for your understanding and cooperation in regard to this new legislation. Here are a few points to keep in mind:
- Response Time: You are of course welcome to send emails and messages at a time convenient to you, however, please understand that if sent to a staff member outside of their working hours, they may not respond until they return to work.
- Urgent Matters: If you have an urgent concern, please consider contacting the College Office by phone 6562 7200 or by email kmps@lism.catholic.edu.au
- Ongoing communication: We will continue to communicate important updates and information in a timely manner.
Thank you for your support and understanding as we implement this important change.
At St Paul's College, we use a variety of digital technologies to promote engagement and creativity across all learning areas. The Parent Release of Information Consent and Student Digital Technology User Agreement 2024 (link here) provides our families and students with the processes in place to build responsible digital citizens and also helps create an understanding of expectations when using digital technology throughout the school year. It is mandatory for every student at a Diocese of Lismore Catholic School and their parent/carer to complete the form.
This is a reminder that if you have not reviewed and signed this document with your child, then please do so as soon as possible. If you have already done this, you need not take further action.
Please take the time to read through the Parent Release of Information Consent and Student Digital Technology User Agreement 2024 (link here) with your child. If you have more than one child at St Paul's, you are required to complete the form with each of your children.
Please contact Douglas Gately (douglas.gately@lism.catholic.edu.au) via email if you require any further information.
Thank you for your continued support of your child and promoting the responsible use of Digital Technology use at St Paul's College Kempsey.
Mr Douglas Gately - Acting Leader of Technology
The theme for 2024 Science Week (10-18 August) is Species Survival - More than just Sustainability. To celebrate Science week, St Paul's students will be taking part in several activities next week, such as exploring exciting innovations including the work of Dr Jodi Rowley, a marine biologist who is using drones to capture Whale Snot. Students in Year 7 and 8 will perform some health checks on synthetic 'whale snot', testing the pH, Glucose and Protein content and compare their results to what is considered a normal range for these parameters in whales. This task will highlight the role that technology and innovation can play in wildlife conservation.
Year 7 students will be dissecting owl pellets which the College has sourced from the Leigh Valley Hawk and Owl Sanctuary as part of their work on Threatened Species. The students will be able to study what owls eat by identifying the type and species of bones found in the pellets and use an identification chart to help them. Owls and other birds of prey are currently facing a serious threat posed by second generation rodenticides that can be found in poisoned rodents that they eat. These toxins accumulate in the bird's liver and eventually cause death. In July, a delegation of leading environmental scientists marched on Parliament House in Canberra to demand stronger restrictions on the sale and use of toxic rodent baits used in Australia - the full article (Dead owls are piling up in my freezer: Perth scientists take a stand) can be read here. Students will explore solutions to this problem, such as the use of alternative products and to consider that many of the harmful products have been banned in other countries to protect raptors.
Students will also experience a livestream of a dramatic performance which captures key scientific facts about ocean conservation using a comedy theatre approach which highlights the use of innovation to protect our oceans. Students will have an opportunity to participate in a Q & A session from the Marine Team by Perform Education.
Other year groups will be completing an Escape room, solving problems and physical challenges to highlight conservation.
Ms Rayleigh Keith - Leader of Science
A group of St Paul's students in Year 10 - 12 participated in the Pulse @ Parkes program at the College. This free educational program is run by the CSIRO and gives students the opportunity to use the iconic 64m Parkes radio telescope live and remotely.
Students were able to observe pulsars in real time and learnt how to analyse the data, and were able to interact with professional Astronomers and ask questions about astronomy, science careers and study options. Thank you to Ms Rayleigh Keith and Ms Jade Tildsley for organising this experience for our students.
All parents/carers, family and friends are warmly invited to St Paul's HSC Creative Arts Showcase on Thursday 29 August at 5:30pm in the Edmund Rice Centre. No RSVP required.
Families are cordially invited to join the College in celebrating the Graduation of Year 12, 2024 on Wednesday 25 September. In order to accommodate all those who wish to attend and for catering purposes please RSVP using the form below by Monday 16 September.
When calculating numbers attending, please do not include students who will be in attendance at St Paul's on the day including your Year 12 child. If your attendance intentions change please contact the College on kmps@lism.catholic.edu.au or 6562 7200.
RSVP here.
If you experience difficulty using the form, please contact the College for assistance.
Sienna Moore graduated from St Paul's College in 2022. After leaving school, she decided to spend a year as a NET Missionary in Ireland where she has been involved in school retreats and religious education classes, attended youth groups and many other ministry events which enabled the missionaries to talk to over 8400 young people about their Catholic faith.
Sienna has had such an amazing experience being part of NET Ministries Ireland, that she has returned in August for another year of missionary work. We wish Sienna all the best for the year ahead!
If you would like to support Sienna as a 2024/25 NET Missionary through a donation, please follow this link.
Calling All Past Students
If you are a past student of St Paul's College or know someone who is, please fill in this short questionnaire or share this link. We would love to hear your post-school story!
The Macleay Valley Catholic Parish warmly invite you to celebrate Sr Cabrini’s Platinum Jubilee as a Sister of Mercy and her 90th birthday. For catering purposes, please RSVP to admin@mvcp.org.au or call 6562 5182 by 23 August.
- The root causes behind the deteriorating state of mental health, and who (or what) is responsible.
- The tools you need to reverse this trend for your children.
- Realistic approaches for managing screen time in a way that protects your child's wellbeing.
- Creating margin in your home and family life to protect and promote mental wellness.
To register please follow this link or download the PDF flyer.
Research into how to best support children and young people with mental health challenges is critical to ensuring that as a society we have evidence-based, best practice support strategies for our young people. Southern Cross University is offering parents of children aged 10-13 with mental health needs an opportunity to access a high quality online education program as part of a research project. Further information is available on the flyer below for those parents/carers who would like to learn more or apply to be a part of this research project.