Keeping In Touch 21st May 2021 - Corryong College
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Keeping In Touch
21st May 2021
Dear Parents and Guardian,
I would like to thank those that attended the Dr Rob Gordon sessions that were held over the Wednesday and Thursday of this
week. The community session was recorded of which we will attempt to transfer to a format that can be posted and shared on
facebook. I will send out a xuno message/email to inform you all where it can be found. This will include the sharing through
community groups such as Corryong Health and Red Cross to ensure it is spread far and wide.
Whilst the information below does not equate to the phenomenal sharing of knowledge that Dr Rob Gordon presented to us, the
following outlines some key messages he shared to the community, teaching staff and parent sessions.
Rob Gordon commenced with the variation between ‘fear’ and ‘anxiety’ and ‘trauma’.
Fear, he uses an analogy of jumping from a snake. Our bodies use adrenalin to allow us to
go into survival mode, e.g leaping on to a table. In many cases in our community, it is the
quick decision making to evacuate from a fire or stand and fight, etc.
Anxiety can be related to the aftermath of the event. Relating to the analogy; we know the
snake is gone, but we continue to look around, agitated with the fear of the possibility or the
image sometimes created in our mind, of another snake or possibility of another fire.
Whilst anxiety is real and cannot be denied, it is important to identify when we are feeling
anxiety and what this may be in the form of; tension, heightened emotion, inability to think
logically or clearly, inability to process information, etc. When in a state of anxiety we over
state a problem or we create the image of a potential problem. However, we may not
actually be in danger or be in the present, able to have fix whatever it is which is out of our
control (the problem we feel is there). We can feel fear or be impatient, intolerant, we can move to anger, blame or judgement.
This can be of others and of self.
Dr Rob Gordon explains that the most constructive quality that reduces anxiety is good social support from everywhere. This is
where he highlights the point that the responsibility of alleviating community anxiety cannot be with one person or
organisation. Together as a community we must be mindful of this, be educated with the same tools and apply it to all.
Dr Rob Gordon encourages us to value the space of sitting with someone during their crisis rather than feeling like we have to
have the answers and “fix it”. Sitting means creating a safe space where we are listening, supporting, and encouraging them to
talk about what they are facing. Judgement and solutions are not required and we must move from this to just being and sitting
alongside them in their current state whether this be anxiety, grief or sadness and pain. You can go with them to seek extra
support if they need. We have to remember that we are not the specialist in this field but can always reassure someone that we
are with them in their state of being.
The above is a segway to an abundance of information that Dr Rob Gordon shared. I have asked him to return of which he will.
However, I do ask you all to please join us if you have not already. These dates and times are yet to be confirmed.
A reminder regarding communication, if you have not already, please ensure you have the Xuno app on your phone or
available on your computer. Xuno is our college’s primary communication tool. For processes to be followed through in a
timely manner, please ensure you contact the front office directly if your child is absent and not have these go to a particular
teacher. Thank you for your understanding.
Warm Regards,
Fran Heath
Corryong College Principal
This week also saw the Career Expo held at the college. Thank you to Towong Shire Council, Costello Rural, Kat Brown,
Snowy Hydro, Vic Police, Forest Fire Management, Corryong Health, and TRAFX—Traffic Management Solutions.
RESPECT RESPONSIBILITY LEARNING
PO Box 225 Corryong VIC 3707 Tel. (02) 6076 1566 Fax (02) 6076 1650 www.corryong.vic.edu.au corryong.co@education.vic.gov.au
Any students wishing to obtain a bus pass to travel on either the Khancoban or Tooma Buses (NSW
Buses) will need an application in writing from their parents or guardians at least 72 hours prior to travel.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS Term 2, 2021
Mon 24th Tues 25th Wed 26th Thurs 27th Fri 28th
School Council Meeting Junior Boys & Girls Year 9 Morrisby Junior Upper Hume Cross
6pm in the Library AFL Interviews Country
Victorian Road Smart Year 9 Morrisby
Presentation Interviews
Mon 31st Tues 1st June Wed 2nd Thurs 3rd Fri 4th
F-6 Book Fair F-6 Book Fair F-6 Book Fair Senior OM Cross F-6 Book Fair
Country
F-6 Book Fair
Mon 7th Tues 8th Wed 9th Thurs 10th Fri 11th
GAT Test Year 11 & 12
Mon 14th Tues 15th Wed 16th Thurs 17th Fri 18th
Queens Birthday Year 10 Work Year 10 Work Year 10 Work Year 10 Work
Holiday Experience Experience Experience Experience
VCE TIS Day
Tertiary Expo Day,
Albury
Mon 21st Tues 22nd Wed 23rd Thurs 24th Fri 25th
Last day of term 2.30pm
finish
Corryong College Council Meeting Dates
The meetings for Term 2 will be Week 6 Monday 24th May 2021 6pm in the Library.
Corryong College NEW Jacket / Vest Order Form
Parents can place orders for the purchase of the Corryong College puffer jacket and vest. The jackets and vests are an
additional uniform option for students to stay warm this winter. The jackets and vests come in a wide range of sizes.
Type Cost Available Sizes
Kids Puffer Jacket Jacket $55 year 6-8 year 8-10 year 10-12 year 12-14
*Please note there are no vests available in kids sizes.
Type Cost Available Sizes
Vest $55
Women's Puffer Jacket & Vest 8 10 12 14 16 18 20
Jacket $65
Vest $55
Men's Puffer Jacket & Vest S M L XL 2XL 3XL 5XL
Jacket $65
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I ___________________________ would like to place an order for the following items (please note payment must be made on the return
of your order form for your order to be processed).
If your child has sufficient funds in their State School Relief Uniform Fund you may select option 1 to purchase the puffer jackets.
Option 1 - I give permission to take the cost of my puffer jacket/vest to come out of my SSR Uniform Fund.
Parent signature ________________________________ Date__________________
Option 2 - I have enclosed or direct deposited the money for my puffer jacket.
Student Name Kids Jacket Women's Women's Men's Jacket Men's Puffer Total
Jacket Vest Vest
$
$
$
Total $
Orders will be placed on Monday 7th June, therefore this order form is due back no
later than Thursday 3rd June. (Week 7 Term 2)
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