Hoping that the Summer break was one of new experiences, time with family and friends, that students are rejuvenated and ready for all that lies ahead. This year, we’re continuing to prioritize the mental and physical health of our students.

THIS YEAR WE LOOK FORWARD TO INVITING BACK

• Mancave
• Big Sister Experience
• Raise Mentoring
• Drumbeat
• Victoria Police
• With the introduction of:
  • Mpower
  • Love Bites
  • Paw Pals

NEW STAFF MEMBERS HAVE JOINED THE STUDENT SERVICES TEAM

Mental Health Practitioner – Julia Bediga, Tuesday only

Julia’s role as Mental Health Practitioner entails working one-on-one with students, facilitating group sessions, and discovering innovative ways to upskill the whole school on mental health literacy. Julia is very passionate about having important conversations that support young people to feel empowered to move through life with confidence and authenticity. Julia completed a Masters in Social Work and is continuing to study a Graduate Diploma of Psychology.

Jawaria Sumreen – Integration Aide

Jawaria has a Master’s Degree in Physics and Double Mathematics from overseas, and a strong background in teaching Maths and Science. Jawaria is passionate about supporting students to make their lives better and help them to achieve their goals. She believes in providing care and support with respect so we can transform students lives.

Caisha Rodden – Trainee Integration Aid

Caisha recently completed her Diploma of Educational Studies and is passionate about the students learning and experiences throughout their journey of high school. Caisha is looking forward to building confidence, knowledge and skills in our students.

HOMEWORK CLUB

All students have the option of attending homework on a Monday and Tuesday after school.

Consent needs to be provided by parents/ carers.  Please complete consent via COMPASS Homework club is a great time for students to receive support to complete their home.

Please note that students must have work to complete at homework rather than sitting around socializing with their friends.

BREAKFAST CLUB

Late last year Greenvale Secondary College were informed that they had been nominated to run breakfast club at the school.  For Breakfast Club to become a regular feature of the school a number of items need to be purchased: Fridge, toaster x 3, sandwich press x3, crockery, cutlery, utensils.  Currently school council members are seeking donations.

Whilst the final touches are organized for ongoing breakfast club occurrences you will receive COMPASS posts in relation to pop up Breakfast Club mornings.

Also, if you require food support for home or the odd lunch for your child please make contact with Tanya or Romy from Student Services.

VICTORIA POLICE STOPIT SERVICE

STOPIT is a new Victoria Police text notification service enabling commuters, including school students, to report any form of inappropriate behaviour that makes them feel uncomfortable, frightened or threatened on the public transport network.

How STOPIT works

The STOPIT service enables commuters to use their mobile phone to promptly, easily and discreetly report inappropriate behaviours.

To use the service, commuters simply text ‘STOPIT’ to 0499 455 455. This triggers an automated response that includes a link to where the commuter can provide more details about what’s just happened.

When people report these types of inappropriate behaviours, police can investigate and identify offenders to improve safety on public transport for everyone.

Parents and carers are encouraged to consider discussing the new service with students who travel on public transport. Students who use mobile phones outside of school hours are encouraged to save the STOPIT number in their mobile phone.

Please note, STOPIT is for reporting non-urgent incidents on public transport. Always phone 000 in an emergency.

For more information, refer to sexual and anti-social behaviour on public transport on the Victoria Police website.

PARENT/ CARER PROGRAMS