Assistant Head of Primary P-4 and Curriculum Leader P-4

Pastoral Update

Navigating the Digital World Together – Digital Citizenship Week

Growing up in the digital age presents both exciting opportunities and unique challenges for children and families. Helping children stay safe online, build respectful relationships and critically evaluate the information they encounter is a shared responsibility — one that even many adults find complex.

That’s why eSafety is not a one-off lesson, but an ongoing, year-round focus. Over the past fortnight, students have participated in a variety of activities that form part of a broader initiative, Digital Citizenship Week, designed to help them develop safe, respectful and responsible online habits. 

Throughout the week, students participated in activities that promoted:

• Critical Thinking – identifying trustworthy content online 
• Curiosity – staying curious whilst exploring and learning in digital spaces
• Creativity – using technology to express and share unique ideas in creative and meaningful ways
• Connecting in Real Life – prioritising face-to-face connections in an increasingly virtual world
• Building Healthy Habits – discussing ways to balance screen time and make positive tech choices.

Held annually in the third week of October, Digital Citizenship Week promotes a healthy, balanced, and positive approach to media and technology use among young people. 

We encourage families to continue these important conversations at home. The eSafety Commissioner’s website offers a wealth of resources, guidance and support for parents and carers: www.esafety.gov.au

Spreading Kindness at Del Monte

Today we celebrate World Kindness Day – a global reminder that even the smallest gestures can have a profound impact. Throughout the week, our students have embraced the spirit of kindness through activities designed to spark empathy, nurture compassion and strengthen connections.

During pastoral time, students explored stories that highlight acts of kindness and reflected on how their own choices can create positive change. From a simple smile to a helping hand or a heartfelt thank-you, these small actions can ripple through our community and beyond.

Kindness isn’t just for one day – it’s a habit that shapes who we are. When we choose kindness, we help others feel valued, build stronger friendships, and create a school environment where everyone feels safe and supported to achieve their best. We invite families to share moments of kindness at home and look for everyday opportunities to make someone’s day a little brighter!

Curriculum Update

Exploring Science beyond the classroom

Our Year 2 and Year 4 students recently had the exciting opportunity to visit the senior campus Science Labs for hands-on lessons in spaces usually reserved for older students. This experience gave them a glimpse into the working environment of real scientists while deepening their understanding of key syllabus concepts. Year 2 explored the fascinating world of mixing materials, while Year 4 investigated thermal conductivity and elasticity through practical experiments. It was a wonderful chance for our young learners to connect theory with real-world science in an authentic setting!

Lauren Petroni
Assistant Head of Primary P-4 and Curriculum Leader P-4