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In Knowledge there is Opportunity' - Phoenix P-12 Community College
‘In Knowledge there
                                                                                   is Opportunity’

                                                                                       May 2020, Issue 5

                                                              helping us do our part in reducing the spread of the
                                                              virus. In a time of challenge our parents and carers have
                                                              hung in there and done their absolute best to assist their
                                                              children to continue with meaningful learning.
                                                              #3. Our tremendous teachers: They have been
                                                              committed to ensuring that we find the most effective
                                                              ways to connect to our students and ensure that
                                                              learning continues. They have worked really hard to
                                                              ensure that the learning experiences are of the highest
                                                              possible quality. This has called for creativity, ingenuity
PRINCIPAL’S REPORT
                                                              and a willingness to adapt.
As I write this Newsletter piece we are entering our 6th
week of flexible and remote learning. At the time of          #4. Our remarkable Education Support Staff & Office
writing the last Newsletter my leadership thoughts were       Staff: Their goal to make connections to our students,
focused on what it would take to successfully transition      to ensure learning keeps happening and things in the
our school to this different way of learning. Now my          background keep ticking along.
attention has shifted and I am thinking about all of the      #5. Our sensational IT staff: We have deployed over 300
leadership actions required to put our school and             devices to families to loan during the period of flexible
community back together again.                                and remote learning. I’ve lost count of the number of
For a long time I have held the firm belief that Phoenix is   repairs and COMPASS password resets.
a ‘School that can’. Sounds so simple, but the scale and      I need to ask that you stay with us – we aren’t quite
scope of these three words is considerable. The reality is    there yet! Just a little while to go. It is important that we
that we are bound only by our own imagination and             adhere to return guidelines so that when we come back,
ability to try. The Coronavirus has reinforced to me that     we do our absolute best to stay healthy.
we can do whatever we put our minds to, if we have the        Mrs Karen Snibson
courage and commitment to do so.                              Principal
With this in mind I would like to take a moment to share
with the school community some things that I am truly
grateful for as the Principal of this wonderful school:
#1. Our amazing Phoenix students: During flexible and
remote learning our students have demonstrated
considerable determination, accepted the challenge and
stepped up. I have confidence that our students have
done their best and we are proud of them. Our student
leaders have stepped forward and shown us what they
are made of.
                                                                 Please see below for the return to
#2. Our valued parents and families: They have shown
us commitment to keeping our community safe and                          school guidelines
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RETURN TO SCHOOL –
                            PROTOCOLS AND GUIDELINES
                            For Students and Parents/Guardians
The following guidelines have been developed to support the smooth transition for students as we return to
school in Term Two. All protocols are in line with the Department of Education & Training (DET) Return to
School Operations Guide. The protocols are in place to ensure the safety of all members of the Phoenix Com-
munity as we move into our staged approach for students returning.
What do I do if I am not feel-   PLEASE DO NOT ENTER THE COLLEGE PREMISES IF YOU ARE NOT FEELING WELL
ing well and have flu-like
                                 Students: Unwell students who have flu-like symptoms (such as fever, coughing, sneezing or
symptoms?
                                 runny nose) must remain at home – Parents/Guardians should register the absence on Compass
                                 or contact the College to advise. Any student at school who shows cold or flu-like symptoms will
                                 be removed from class and families will be contacted to arrange for them to go home. Students
                                 may not return until symptoms are gone or tested students have received a negative covid-19
                                 result.
                                 Parents/Guardians/Visitors: No Parents/Guardians/Visitors will be permitted onsite without a
                                 prearranged appointment. If Parents/Guardians/Visitors who have made appointments present
                                 with cold/flu-like symptoms, the appointment will not commence and will need to be resched-
                                 uled.
Will all teachers be back        As per DET ‘Return to School Operations Guidelines’, all staff will return to work onsite on Mon-
teaching onsite when we          day 25 May, unless they meet certain risk factors. In these circumstances, the teacher will con-
return?                          tinue to work from home and students will continue to be onsite at school and taught online by
                                 their teacher.
What should I do if I have a     Schools will not provide remote learning where Parents/Guardians have elected to keep their
health issue that would put      child at home, except when based on medical advice. If you have a child who you do not wish to
my health at risk if I re-       return due to underlying health issues, you are asked to arrange an appointment with your doc-
turned to school at this         tor for advice. Please contact the relevant Assistant Principal (P-6 Mick Benoit, 7-8 Deanne
time?                            Joosten, 9-10 Angela Quinn, 11-12 Grant Luscombe).
What will the College do if      DET has procedures in place with the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) to
there is a suspected or con-     manage suspected or confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in schools. We will be follow-
firmed case of coronavirus       ing these procedures and be transparent in informing our school community. If any school has a
(COVID-19)?                      confirmed case of coronavirus (COVID-19), DET will work with the school to undertake a deep
                                 clean and the school will be made operational as soon as possible.
Will there be any changes to     DET Guidelines have provided information in regard to provision of routine care and First Aid.
First Aid at the College?        Students entering the First Aid office will be required to wait at the door until given permission
                                 to enter, then use hand sanitiser on entry. A series of questions will be asked; dependent on the
                                 answers and how the student presents physically, the student may be asked to wear a mask as
                                 they wait for their Parent/Guardian to collect them.
Do I have to wear my school      Full uniform is expected of all students.
uniform?
What about my mobile             The ‘Mobile Phone Student Use Policy’ will continue to be enforced. Phones must be in lockers
phone?                           or kept at home.
What extra cleaning will be      Sanitiser will be located in every classroom and students will be directed to use on entry and
in place?                        exit. Villages will be closed during lunchtimes and recess to facilitate cleaning. This will be adjust-
                                 ed when physical distancing and cleaning requirements are relaxed.

Can students use their lock-     Yes. Students must not congregate at lockers. Students will be asked to enter all classrooms via
ers?                             external doors where possible.
Are there any changes to         No - parking for staff and senior students are as per normal arrangements. The Bike Shed will be
parking on arrival at the Col-   open as normal. We ask that Parents/Guardians do not congregate for a chat in any drop-off
lege?                            areas of the College.

What procedures are in           Students are advised to practice hand hygiene before and after catching school transport and
place for bus travellers?        practise physical distancing at bus stops, train stations and interchange locations for other
                                 shared transport services.
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Is there a particular entry      Yes for Primary children from Tuesday May 26th – Friday 5th June.
that I must use?
                                 GUIDELINES FOR STUDENTS ENTRY/EXIT REDAN CAMPUS WEEK 7 & 8
                                 P-2 and Essential worker children
                                 HERTFORD ST SIDE GATE- ENTRY/EXIT
                                 Essential worker children ENTRY 8.40 - EXIT-3.15
                                 GR 2 L – ENTRY-8.45 AM--- EXIT - 3.00
                                 GR 2 B- ENTRY- 8.50 AM- EXIT-3.05
                                 GR 2 C – ENTRY -8.55 AM EXIT- 3.10
                                 ALFRED ST SIDE MAIN ENTRANCE/EXIT
                                 PREP N- ENTRY 8.50 AM EXIT 3.00 PM
                                 PREP S- ENTRY 9.00 AM     EXIT 3.10 PM
                                 PREP H- ENTRY 9.10 Am     EXIT 3.15 PM
                                 ALFRED ST SIDE ENTRANCE/EXIT NEAREST TO VEGGIE GARDEN
                                 GR 1 B- ENTRY 8.45- EXIT 3.05
                                 GR 1 R -ENTRY 8.50 EXIT 3.10
                                 GR 1 N –ENTRY 8.55 EXIT 3.15

                                                           Senior Campus - Normal Procedures

What if I am late arriving or    Follow normal procedures – you must sign in/out at the General Office.
leaving school early?
What is in place for working     Advice is that physical distancing is most important between adults. Students will be required
in class and moving between      to sit at the maximum distance where possible from other students. Advice is to promote fresh
classrooms?                      airflow indoors and maximise use of outdoor learning areas or environments with enhanced
                                 ventilation where possible and as practical depending on weather conditions. All college staff
                                 will follow the College’s classroom management processes. Students who disrupt the learning
                                 of other students, or who refuse to respect physical distancing requests will be sent home to
                                 continue their learning at home for the day.
What do I do if I need to talk   Teachers may not be in their normal staffrooms or offices due to the need to decrease the
to a teacher outside of class    amount of time they work in close proximity of each other, therefore students are encouraged
time?                            to email their teachers as a first point of contact to limit extra face to face contact. Students
                                 must not enter staff offices.
What do I do if I need ICT       The ICT team will operate the same as when we were working remotely. Please direct contact to
support?                         ICThelp@phoenix.vic.edu.au
Can I access the Villages dur-   The Village will be closed for cleaning during recess and lunches. Students may access toilets.
ing recess and lunch?            Adjustments will be made according to weather and when physical distancing guidelines are
                                 relaxed.
Village exits and entrances?     In Villages students must enter through front Village doors and exit through end doors. Senior
                                 school student must observe directional signs for entrances and exits.
Can I heat up my lunch?          You will not be able to access toasters or microwaves in the Village until further notice.

Will the canteen be open?        Yes the canteen will be open for online orders only. Students must order through QKR app. Eft-
                                 pos purchases preferred.
When will I be able to do PE,    PE - Hand hygiene will be practised before and after use of any sporting equipment. Sporting
Sport, and other extracurric-    equipment will be cleaned regularly.
ular activities?
                                  Instrumental music lessons – Lessons will resume face to face as normal observing physical dis-
                                 tancing rules.
                                 Camps, Excursions and Interschool & BAS Sports – no camps and excursions or interschool sport
                                 will take place until further direction from DET.

At Phoenix we have a zero tolerance attitude to violence and aggression of any form
 to staff and others. We build a thriving community by working positively together to
                                 educate our children.
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MIDDLE/SENIOR SCHOOL REPORT                                    support over the past few months has really been
Term 2 has certainly been a term like no other. The shift      appreciated.
to remote and flexible learning was an enormous shift          Mrs Deanne Joosten
from our normal way of life into many unknowns. One of         Assistant Principal
the unknowns we face now is returning to school. The
classroom will look and run quite differently, certainly       VCAL/VET REPORT
for the rest of this term if not longer. Finding the ways in   We are excited to return to the classroom in the next
which we can make the transition back from remote              few weeks and hope everyone has been taking care and
learning is just as important as managing the shift into       staying safe. VCAL students still need to be following
remote and flexible learning. One thing is certain and         their normal timetable and completing work as required
that is that everyone is happy to return to school.            for all of their subjects. It is important the tasks are
Teachers are busily trying to modify learning programs         uploaded for evidence and students are communicating
to ensure the transition back to face-to-face learning is      with their teachers. Students completing VET offsite
smooth for students. As a school we are working hard at        with the Highlands LLEN need to make sure they are
managing the logistics of the Government                       online and accessing their online classes to satisfy their
recommendations that are in place to ensure students           VET hours and completing work as required. These
and staff are kept safe.                                       classes will run at the same time as normally delivered
                                                               on either Tuesdays or Thursdays. If there are any
A lot of parents will have enjoyed the increased
                                                               questions or concerns with VET, please contact me via
awareness and input they have had into their child’s
                                                               email. Structured Workplace Learning will begin to
learning. I encourage you to continue to have these
                                                               resume in the next few weeks for those students placed
conversations with your children, as taking an active
                                                               in workplaces that are currently operational and if it is
interest in their learning is a key factor in successful
                                                               safe to do so. More information will be sent out to
outcomes. Consider maintaining the increased contact
                                                               students and families in the coming days.
you have had with the teachers via email or phone.
                                                               Miss Kiya Eberle
Preparing students for the adjustment back to school is        VCAL/VET Coordinator
crucial and something which you can start to help your
child prepare for at home now. Ensuring they are getting                NEWS FROM THE BUSINESS MANAGER
back into a regular sleep routine and waking at the time
                                                                Mother’s Day Drive Through
they would for a normal school day will really help to          Thank you for supporting the
support that transition. Making sure they have                 Mother’s Day Drive through stall.
connected with their school friends and their teachers
before returning will also be vital in managing any            MAINTAINING FAMILY DETAILS
                                                               Thank you to all those families who are continually updating
anxiety they might be feeling. Senior students especially      their contact details. It is really important at a time like this to
are encouraged to be following their scheduled                 have current information and be able to contact you if
timetables so the transition back to learning is smooth.       necessary.
                                                               COMPASS ACCESS - VITAL TO KEEP UP-TO-DATE
There will have been positives about learning from home        Please remember, you need access to COMPASS to keep up
that students can bring back into the school                   with life at Phoenix College. Each family has a unique login and
environment. Many students have found they work                password. If you have difficulty logging on or do not have your
                                                               logon password, please do not hesitate to contact the General
better without the distractions in the classroom. Bringing     Office 5329 3293.
new work habits back to school will be important as            FAMILY ACCOUNTS
students have an opportunity to “reboot” their learning        All excursions and activities for Term 2 have been cancelled
year in many ways. This is a good chance for students to       and therefore all charges that may have been on family
                                                               accounts for these activities will be credited out or reimbursed
pause and reflect on the strategies that help them to
                                                               into the family account as credit if already paid. This credit will
feel successful as learners and to implement them back         remain on the account for allocation later.
into the classroom. We are really looking forward to           COLLEGE COUNCIL
seeing our students back in the classrooms starting next       Next meeting of council will be held Monday 1st June, 2020.
                                                               Ms Lorraine Hayes—Business Manager
week. Thank you most importantly to our parents; your
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BOOKSWAP
The LRC will be open for appointment only so students
                                                          Students have been creating Rubik cubes while in isolation as
can return and re-borrow books. Appointment times are       part of designing and learning about isometric drawings.
Thursday and Friday 9am-1.30pm. Please email Terri Giri
to book a time—giri.terreasa.m@edumail.vic.gov.au

 Students Martine and Charlotte Botterill working from
            home on Maths and Health.
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Textiles Online Learning                                Year 10 Design and Technology Recycled Paper Design Task
Transforming a very practical course
like Textiles, in which the Year 7
students usually make a patchwork
cushion with a sewing machine, has
certainly been a challenge. The team
has put their heads together and
come up with a few challenges for our current Year 7
students to complete using items they have at home.
Recycling and repurposing items of clothing that are no
longer wanted is also very good for the environment. Did
you know that Australians are the
                                                              Kiarn Dark                         Maisie Keirl
second largest consumers of textiles in
the world and we now send more than
85% of the textiles we buy each year to
landfill?

Learning the dangers of ‘Fast Fashion’ and introducing
the Year 7’s to recycling their unwanted garments has
been a positive outcome of learning online. The attached
pictures are both made from t-shirts and involve no
                                                                            Leteisha Capoulas
sewing. A t-shirt bag and a toy octopus

Jen Collinson and Sharrie
Milligan-Brown
Year 7 Textiles

Year 7B3 “Textiles in my home” posters                                      Saxon Rickard
                                 Jayden Carou

                                                                            Sharni Prebble

                  Kendyl Beswick

                                                                            Ellah Vanderwert
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ANZAC Day                                                           2020 College Production
This year’s ANZAC Day was not commemorated in the
                                                                           Cancelled
usual Phoenix way, however I hope that everyone was
                                                                Due to COVID-19 and social distancing, it is with
able to pause and remember the sacrifice of those who
                                                                great regret that we have had to cancel the 2020
have come before us. On behalf of Phoenix P-12                 Phoenix College production of ‘The Little Mermaid’.
Community College, Mr Luscombe laid wreaths at the             We are hoping to hold a showcase evening later in
Ballarat and Sebastopol cenotaphs, as well as the               the year and will be back next year with a whole
Prisoner of War Memorial. Thank you Mr Luscombe.                                   new show!
As well as transitioning beautifully to remote learning
our Year 12 Leaders have done a marvellous job of
putting together Phoenix College’s first ever remote
ANZAC Day assembly. If you haven’t seen it yet, head
over to https://youtu.be/U04daE6bwmU. Well done to
the student leadership team! Stay safe and well!
Dr Joanna Kemp

6 am ANZAC Day service a little different this year.

Lest We Forget.
Pictures: Grace Tabone, Emily Ward, Timothy Fellows, Mr John
Netherway

                                                                Winners of Shantelle Stitches Dance
                                                                            Challenge
                                                               Honourable Mentions to the Phoenix Staff— Victoria
                                                               McDonnell and Mr Troy Beggs
                                                               Runners-Up - Isabella Voigt and Kirby Lee
                                                               Overall Winners - The Ashmore Family
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identified. If you have any questions about this survey please
                                                                  contact CYDA by email info@cyda.org.au or phone 1800 222
                                                                  660
Victorian Government Coronavirus Information and Updates          https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3Y3SGNW
This is where you can get up to date information about current
rules, restrictions and processes.                                Online ways to combat social isolation given COVID 19 pan-
https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus                           demic
                                                                  (thanks to Frances Riggs from for the Local Area Coordination
Information for kids                                              Service for these)
https://www.pactautism.com/coronavirus
https://raisingchildren.net.au/guides/a-z-health-reference/       The Kindness Pandemic: there is a Ballarat-Daylesford-
coronavirus-and-children-in-australia                             Hepburn group https://www.facebook.com/
                                                                  groups/515507852491119/
Information for NDIS participants
NDIS Latest Advice page. This is updated regularly. https://      David Walliams releases free audio stories for self-isolating
www.ndis.gov.au/understanding/ndis-and-other-government-          children https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/
services/ndis-and-disaster-response                               tv/news/david-walliams-audiobooks-free-download-worlds-
Every Australian Counts have gathered together a variety of       worst-children-coronavirus-a9423251.html
different resources for adults and Children. https://
everyaustraliancounts.com.au/emergency-information-for-           The Body Coach TV https://www.youtube.com/user/
ndis-participants-and-families-about-the-coronavirus/             thebodycoach1
Home Activities Ideas and Resources                               Sydney Zoo live stream https://www.facebook.com/
https://www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2020/0314/1123222-children-         TheSydneyZoo/
active-playing-social-distance-coronavirus-lockdown/
https://www.treehugger.com/family/how-thrive-during-              Australian Chamber Orchestra https://www.youtube.com/
lockdown-kids.html                                                user/AustralianCO
https://www.ellaslist.com.au/articles/what-are-the-
alternatives-when-everything-is-in-lockdown                       The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra https://
https://kidsactivitiesblog.com/135609/list-of-education-          www.youtube.com/user/TheMSOrchestra
companies-offering-free-subscriptions/
                                                                  Josh Earl Comedian https://sospresents.com/products/dont-
For older kids or parents:                                        you-know-who-i-am-live-podcast-sat-mar-11th
https://www.classcentral.com/report/new-courses-october-
2018/                                                             Musicians live streaming https://www.vulture.com/2020/03/
                                                                  all-musicians-streaming-live-concerts.html
Self-Care for Carers
https://www.healthymothers-healthyfamilies.com/                   Sydney dance company lessons https://
https://theresilienceproject.com.au/the-resilience-project-       www.sydneydancecompany.com/classes/virtual-studio/
app/
https://blog.smilingmind.com.au/how-mindfulness-can-help-         Ready set dance (preschool dance education - local to Balla-
during-coronavirus                                                rat) https://readyset.dance/
Other supports                                                    Kids Foundation resources help children to understand their
Association for Children with a Disability Support Line           role in keeping themselves and others germ-free https://
The support line is still open. We are working at home right      www.kidsfoundation.org.au/
now, but you can still reach us Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.
What's the easiest way to speak to a Support Advisor? Email us    Reach Out 10 ways to take care of yourself during corona-
at acdsupport@acd.org.au and let us know the best day/times       virus https://au.reachout.com/articles/10-ways-to-take-care-
to give you a call back.                                          of-yourself-during-coronavirus
Text 0484 687 494 with your preferred day and time for a call
back                                                              Melbourne couch choir https://concreteplayground.com/
Call 03 9880 7000 or 1800 654 013 (regional)                      melbourne/event/couch-choir , https://m.facebook.com/
https://www.acd.org.au/support-line/                              events/2501350546785658/

COVID-19 and children and young people with disability            The Wheeler Centre Live
Children and Young People with Disability (CYDA) are keen to      Streams https://
learn about the information and other needs for young people      www.wheelercentre.com/
with disability and families about the COVID-19 (Coronavirus).
You can complete this survey more than once as
your circumstances change because of COVID-19 so CYDA can
provide the government with information about emerging
issues.
All responses are confidential and you will not be individually
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Careers Centre Update:                                         TOP TIPS TO MAINTAIN POSITIVE MENTAL HEALTH
Our careers team is currently working harder than ever to      DURING COVID-19
support students and their families. Phone call and Webex      Taking steps to maintain good mental health during these
interviews are underway with Year 12 students and we           uncertain times is imperative to our overall wellbeing and will
thank everyone for their time and enthusiasm. This month       help us get back on track faster once restrictions ease. There
we saw the first major Careers Expo online. If you were not    are several ways to support your mental health during periods
                                                               of self-isolation or quarantine.
able to attend Torrens, keep an eye out for future events
and talks. If anyone is wanting to get in contact, please
don’t hesitate to contact the General Office on 5329 3293
and one of us will return your call as soon as we can.

Year 12
By now, students should be carefully thinking about their
future pathways. Whether that plan includes going to
University, TAFE, an apprenticeship, a traineeship or
getting full time employment, research needs to start now.
Students need to consider if they can afford to live away
from home, how they will travel to their desired location
(especially if not yet 18 and driving themselves) and how
they will support themselves. Now is a great time to start
this dialogue at home.

All Year 12 students/parents are encouraged to join the
Phoenix Careers Facebook page for up-to-date information
regarding VTAC, University and TAFE info, Apprenticeship       1. Try maintaining a schedule or routine – get up at a rea-
and Job opportunities. You can find us at ‘Phoenix P-12        sonable time, make your bed and get changed (as if you were
                                                               going to go to work).
Community College Careers Centre’.
                                                               2. Exercise and maintain physical activity, daily if possible –
                                                               try going for a walk or complete a home workout in your living
Year 11                                                        room.
Before the April holidays, Year 11 students were               3. Learning and intellectual engagement – this can be books,
completing their MIPS plans. A renewed focus on                reading or puzzles.
completing these will take place when we return. MIPS          4. Practise meditation and relaxation.
plans help us to identify opportunities suited to each         5. Use technology to connect with loved ones – have a virtu-
                                                               al cuppa.
individual.
                                                               6. Bathe daily, if possible, to reinforce the feeling of cleanli-
                                                               ness.
Years 9 and 10
                                                               7. When working from home, establish a healthy balance
Students in these years have been asked recently to think      between work life and home life by dedicating set work hours,
about their future classes, with subject selection soon upon   and taking regular breaks as you would if you were physically
us. If you have any questions please ask. It is really         at work.
important for students to consider their pathways into VCE     While stress and sadness are normal and natural responses to
                                                               COVID-19, we must remind ourselves that this situation is
and VCAL early, to establish which learning style will best    temporary. In times of distress, we must be kind to others,
suit their needs and their intended pathway. Students          but most importantly to ourselves. If you’re feeling a decline
considering a School Based Apprenticeship (SBAT) must          in your mental health or feeling overwhelmed it’s extremely
come and speak with the MIPS team to ensure that this          important that you seek help.

pathway is going to work for them before committing to
                                                               Visit Beyond Blue’s dedicated information page about mental
anything.                                                      health and the Coronavirus at https://
                                                               www.beyondblue.org.au/the-facts/looking-after-your-
LIKE US ON FACEBOOK                                            mental-health-during-the-coronavirus-outbreak
Phoenix now has a Facebook page. Like Phoenix
                                                               For immediate support call Lifeline on 13 11 14 and in an
P-12 Community College for upcoming events,
                                                               emergency, always call triple zero (000).
important notices and student stories.
Wellbeing Supports for our                                  Other Resources
                                                              Smiling Mind
Phoenix P-12 Community College                                A non-for-profit web and app-based meditation program
During this particularly stressful time, and while we are     developed by psychologists and educators to help bring
apart, please refer to the list below for external supports   mindfulness into your life. The Phone app for Smiling
and online resources to help build your mental health and     Mind is Free, and they have a COVID 19 Support page.
Wellbeing. Telehealth and online counselling supports         https://www.smilingmind.com.au/covid19-support-page
Please note that if you or someone you know is at
immediate risk of harm, call triple zero (000).               Raising Children
                                                              Raising Children website provides a range of information
Kids helpline                                                 to parents to assist with the raising of children. Please see
Kids helpline is a free private helpline aimed at assisting   the link below for health tips and guidance for parents
Australians from 5 to 25 years old with their mental health   during the Coronavirus pandemic.
and wellbeing. They provide assistance through phone,
                                                              https://raisingchildren.net.au/guides/a-z-health-reference/
email or online counselling. They are a 24/7 service.
Phone: 1800 55 1800                                           coronavirus-and-children-in-australia
https://kidshelpline.com.au/
                                                              SAFEMinds
Youth Beyond Blue                                             The Victorian Government has partnered with Headspace,
Youth Beyond Blue provides a 24/7 phone counselling           the National Youth Mental Health Foundation to develop
service and an online chat option for youth to discuss        SAFEMinds: Schools And Families Enhancing Minds, a
their mental health and concerns.                             comprehensive learning and resource package that will
Phone: 1300 22 4636                                           enhance the capacity of school communities to effectively
https://www.youthbeyondblue.com/                              identify children and young people with early signs of
                                                              mental health issues, offer school-based interventions and
Headspace                                                     refer appropriately when needed.
Headspace supports young people 12 - 25, with mental           Information available for schools and for families.
health, physical health, drug and alcohol support, and        https://deecd.tech-savvy.com.au/course/view.php?
educational and vocational support. They offer assistance     id=6&section=2
through telehealth or through an online forum.
https://headspace.org.au/                                     Disability Supports: Pinarc Parent Support Program
                                                              The Pinarc Parent Support Program will continue to
Ballarat Office                                               operate! Currently being run by Rebecca Paton remotely
https://headspace.org.au/headspace-centres/ballarat/          from Monday to Wednesday 9.15am to 2 .45pm
Their drop in service is open from 9-4 Monday to Friday.      Please contact: Rebecca Paton, Parent Support Program
It will be running via telehealth measures.
                                                              Coordinator, Pinarc Disability Support
The number to contact them on is 5304 4777.
Headspace is still taking referrals. You can complete a       Ph: 5329 1361 (If out of work hours leave message for a
referral      at     https://form.jotform.com/headsp…/new-    call back) Fax: 5333 4743
headspace-referral-form
or contact them on 5304 4777.                                 Butterfly Foundation
                                                              Butterfly Foundation for eating disorders offers a multitude
Lifeline                                                      of services and programs that provide support, treatment,
This is a support service for anyone having a personal        prevention, early intervention, education and training.
crisis and for suicide prevention through a phone helpline,   https://thebutterflyfoundation.org.au/
a text service, crisis support chat and help resources.
Call: 131 114                                                 National Help Line on 1800 33 4673
https://www.lifeline.org.au/

Suicide Call Back Service
This service is a nationwide service that provides
professional 24/7 telephone and online counselling to
people who are affected by suicide.
https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/
Call: 1300 659 467

MensLine Australia
A service for men with emotional or relationship concerns
providing phone and online counselling.
1300 78 99 78
https://mensline.org.au/
A good reminder of how to protect against all infections
               2020 CALENDAR

   May

   26th           Prep, Years 1 & 2, Years 11 & 12
                  Students return to school
                  Years 3-10 continue with Flexible
                  and Remote Learning
   June

   1st            School Council Meeting
   9th            Years 3-10 Students return to
                  school
   22nd           School Council Meeting
   26th           End of Term 2

   July

   13th           Term 3 Commences

   Head Start Central Highlands is available to discuss your
                          pathway.

   If you and/or your child would like to organise a video
   meeting with our Director Bart or Coordinator George
                     please contact us.

E: head.start.SWV@edumail.vic.gov.au
M: 0429 413 781

 A couple of handwashing tips:

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZnSjFr6J9HI

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3PmVJQUCm4E

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aP2xcQKkzZI

Phoenix P-12 Community College
PO Box 49 Sebastopol VIC 3356
P: (03) 5329 3293
phoenix.p12.cc@edumail.vic.gov.au
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