Dear College Community,
I hope this newsletter finds you well as we navigate the busy middle of Term 3. As always, our focus remains on not just academic excellence but also on the well-being and personal growth of each and every member of our St Gregory's College community. I am thrilled to share with you some important upcoming events that highlight our commitment to mental health, wellness, and fostering a supportive environment.
Wellness Week - Week 7 (2nd September to the 6th of September)
Wellness Week is just around the corner, and we have a fantastic line-up of activities planned to help students relax, rejuvenate, and focus on their well-being. This year's theme is HUMAN CONNECTION … A SMILE OR INTERACTION, emphasizing the importance of connecting with others across the College and improve wellness.
Here's a sneak peek at what's in store:
• Food store throughout the week
• Futsal competition
• Basketball 3-point shootout competition
• Volleyball competition
• Handshake challenge in homerooms.
R U OK? Day 2024
Looking ahead, we are also starting preparations for R U OK? Day 2024 the official day being Thursday 12 September 2024. An assembly for Years 3 to 12 will be held on Wednesday 11 September 2024.
R U OK? Day is a National Day of Action dedicated to reminding everyone to ask, "Are you OK?" and support those who may be struggling with life’s challenges.
In week 8, we will all meet during Wednesday's assembly to acknowledge R U OK? DAY 2024. The theme for this year is:
Ask R U OK? Any Day.. because life happens every day.
A lot can happen in a year, a month, a week. Whether it’s your friend, family member, colleague, partner, or teammate, the people you care about go through life’s ups and downs every day.
By having regular, meaningful conversations, you build trust and normalise talking about what’s really going on, so when the people in your world find themselves struggling, they know you’re someone they can talk to.
So whilst R U OK? Day on Thursday September 12 is our National Day of Action, we encourage you to Ask R U OK? Any Day of the year because a conversation could change a life.
This year, we aim to make it our most impactful R U OK? Day yet, and we need your help!
I encourage all of you to participate in Wellness Week and R U OK? Day preparations. These initiatives are vital in fostering a community that prioritises mental health and well-being. Remember, taking care of yourself and others is just as important as your academic and extracurricular commitments.
Thank you for your ongoing support and enthusiasm. Let's continue to build a strong, supportive, and vibrant community here at St. Gregory's College.
Mr Vetrano
Director of Students