Empower Week
2023 is the second year of our Empower Week initiative. Earlier this year we enjoyed a week that focussed on neurodiversity and inclusion. This week, we are celebrating Empower Week with a focus on the issue of racism and the theme of diversity. At the whole school assembly, our focus will be on the theme of racism and how the language we use both intentionally and unintentionally can have a harmful impact. We look forward to a panel discussion about this important issue and how we can all play an important role in protecting our community from racism and promote a positive culture. In the Senior School later in the week, there will also be a focus which follows up and consolidates our exploration of the theme of diversity in 2022. Wear It Purple Day is Friday 25 August and is celebrated across Australia to foster a supportive, safe, inclusive, and empowering environment for Australia’s LGBTQIA+ youth.
Study Tips
It was pleasing to spend some time with both the Year 11 and Year 12 groups last Friday with some key staff as we prepare for upcoming assessment and for the Year 12s, Mock Exams that are a key preparation for their External Exams in Term 4. Please find below some key advice shared with them that is useful for all students during this busy final month of Term 3:
As the assessment period approaches, parents may wish to reinforce these at home:
- Remove distractions: switch off mobile phones, find a quiet space and close unnecessary apps on your tablet.
- Make a schedule: make a list of things to be done and in the right order - tick off items when you have done them showing what is left to do. Prioritising is key!
- Think positively – make small goals and reward yourself with exercise or a small, delicious treat!
- Maintain healthy sleep habits – a well-rested brain and body help us to consolidate newly acquired information.
- Chunk your study into 30-minute intervals with a 10-minute break in between. By having a short break, you allow your brain to relax before focusing again.
