Student Support Services Team
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SPECIAL REPORT: Celebrating Father's Day
For many years now, the role of fathers has changed and evolved. During the industrial revolution, fathers were often considered detached and distant due to working long hours in factories. However, today things have changed dramatically with many dads being celebrated for being sensitive, caring and more hands-on.
Recent studies have shown that children benefit greatly from having fathers who are present and interacting in everyday activities. This has transformed the understanding of how fathers shape children’s lives from the start, challenging conventional ideas of parenthood and gender.
Research also suggests that fathers influence their sons and daughters in different ways, which is especially true during their transition to adolescence. Engaging in regular physical activities can play a key role in influencing children to learn self-control, face challenges, regulate emotions and take manageable risks.
In this Special Report, fathers will learn about the positive impact they can have on their child’s mental health and wellbeing, whilst also ensuring they indulge in a little self-care.
Here is the link to your Special Report.
Calling local business and community groups!
Join us at our upcoming Mental Health Week 'Healthy Mind, Healthy Body, Healthy Lifestyle Expo' on Friday 17th October.
This is an inspiring event for our studnets as they speak with health and wellness experts about support services and opportunities available to them in our community.
If you're a local business or community group, or you know of one who would like to be part of our event, please contact our school Guidance Officer Mrs Karen O'Keefe - kokee33@eq.edu.au to secure your spot.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Heath Matters
It's Women's Health Week! Have you heard about 'Her Health Check'?
It is a free online tool that tells you which health checks you might need based on the information you provide.
The tool has been developed with health professionals for women in Australia. Follow the link for Her Health Check Online.
First Nations Student Opportunities
JCU Indigenous Summer School
The James Cook University Summer School conducts pre-programs for prospective Indigenous school leavers who are seeking to gain entry into JCU in 2026. It is run over a five-day period during the Summer school holidays. The focus is to build capabilities in Math, English, Chemistry and tertiary study skills. The program is supervised by IERC staff with the help of Indigenous Student Ambassadors at JCU. The school will run from 23rd–29th November, 2025. Applications close Friday 26th September, 2025.
Year 12 Griffith Uni Academic STEM Bootcamps
Griffith University have announced the opening of their Academic STEM Bootcamps applications. The bootcamps are designed to boost confidence and readiness in the days leading up to the external exams.
These Bootcamps are open to all students, but First Nations students from across Queensland are invited to put in an EOI for an all-inclusive Bootcamp experience — including sessions, flights (if needed), accommodation, meals, and fun.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit the Academic Bootcamp site.
WEX (Work Exposure in Government) Program
The 2025 WEX Program is now open for applications from all Year 10–12 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students who are interested in Australian Government careers. This is a fully funded program that runs from Sunday 26th October – Friday 31st October, 2025 in Canberra.
All transportation, accommodation and meals will be provided at no cost. WEX is funded by the National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA) under its Children and Schooling Program. To apply, click here.
