From the Deputies
End of Term
We remind parents that this term ends tomorrow on Friday, 23 June at the normal time. Term 3 commences for all Pre-school and Junior School students on Tuesday, 18 July. All K-6 boys should return in full winter School uniform. Over the holidays, please check your child’s uniform items to ensure he has not accidentally acquired something that belongs to another child. The holidays are also a good time for our students to have a haircut. Hair length should be above the collar of the boys’ shirts.
End-of-Semester Reports
A reminder that there will be an end of semester report sent to families during the holidays. This year, these reports will be emailed to families. These end of semester reports have been adapted and simplified to reflect that some information has already been shared with parents through the end of unit progress reports and parent-teacher check-ins.
The Kindergarten end-of-semester report will give a global picture of your child’s progress over the semester and include indications of how frequently his work habits are being displayed independently. A general comment from the class teacher is also included.
Our Years 1-6 end-of-semester report will give a global picture of your child’s progress in all subjects over the semester. This report will indicate at what level he is showing secure mastery of the relevant outcomes, concepts, content and skills taught. An indication of how frequently he independently applies the pertinent year level work habits is included. A general comment from the class teacher is also included.
Special Report: Social Media Influencers
Social media influencers have become powerful individuals who often shape the opinions and beliefs of others due to strong connections with their audiences. In today’s fast-paced digital world, attention has become a valuable commodity.
However, the impact of social media influencers on youth mental health is a growing concern, most recently, the controversial actions and statements of Andrew Tate. His rise to fame has made him a polarising figure, amassing a significant following of mostly young males. Educators and families have raised urgent concerns about the damaging nature of Tate’s content, worried that his messages may radicalise students and create a generation of young men with regressive and harmful beliefs.
Young people often compare themselves to the idealised lives presented by influencers, leading to feelings of inadequacy, low self-worth and dissatisfaction. Social media algorithms may also expose them to inappropriate or harmful content, such as explicit material, promotion of harmful behaviours, or distorted perceptions of body image or mental health.
It is important to guide a young person’s social media use and promote open communication. Be curious to comprehend why they might be drawn to radical influencers, like Andrew Tate, and actively seek understanding as part of the solution. While not all influencers have a negative impact, parents play a vital role in ensuring a balanced approach to social media. By actively modelling kindness, respect and positive values, parents can help tackle the sway of radical influencers and be part of the solution to countering unhealthy masculinity.
This Special Report provides guidance on how to respond to misinformation and disinformation, instead encouraging critical thinking and emphasising the value of real-life connections. We hope you take a moment to reflect on the information offered, and as always, we welcome your feedback. If this raises any concerns for you, a loved one or the wellbeing of your child, please consider seeking medical or professional help.
Click on this link to view the Special Report https://cranbrook.nsw.schooltv.me/wellbeing_news/special-report-social-media-influencers-au