Welcome to Term 2 Week 1
What's in this week's Connect
- Welcome back: Term 2 Starts Wednesday 22 April
- Student Attendance Reminder
- ANZAC Day Assembly
- Mini School: Save the Date
- Student Work
- Term 2 eSafety Parents & Carers Webinars
- Careers
- Scholarships
- University Information & Open Days
- Learning & Wellbeing Coaches 2026
- Wellbeing links
We would love to hear from you. If have something to share in our school newsletter please email it to: finigansde@det.nsw.edu.au
Welcome back: Term 2 Starts Wednesday 22 April
We are excited to embark on another amazing term together. Classes for Term 2 start on Wednesday 22 April.
Student Attendance Reminder
Class rolls are marked at morning check-in and in every live lesson. Students must be sighted by the teacher, via their webcam, to be marked as present. We ask supervisors to refer to the information below for attendance expectations. Home-based students
- Attendance at morning check-in and all live lessons is required.
Travelling students - Australia
- Attendance at morning check-in and all live lessons is recommended
- If your student does not attend morning check-in, please ensure they check-in daily by 9:15 (your local time) using the Attendance Link provided at enrolment.
Travelling students - Overseas
- Check-in daily by 9:15am (your local time) using the Attendance Link and script provided at enrolment.
For absences, the supervisor must:
- Notify the school for any morning check-in or any live lesson absence as soon as possible.
- Ensure a reason is provided within 7 days, as required under legislation.
Absences can be notified via: https://bit.ly/3MsncYs or by contacting the school by phone or email.
Supervisors will:
- Be notified of any absence from check-in or live lesson via SMS message.
- Receive an email of any unexplained daily absences at the end of each day.
- Receive a follow up email for any absences that are still unexplained, requesting an explanation.
ANZAC Day Assembly
Mini School: Save the Date
Student Work
Primary Mascots are on the Move!
In the primary school we have three cheeky mascots who make their way around Australia to spend time with our students. Introducing Rattigan the platypus, Wilson the echidna and Finigan the Tasmanian devil.
The mascot program was designed to add some excitement to learning and strengthen our student’s sense of belonging. Wilson recently visited Zac in Western Australia and Rattigan has been hanging out with Vera in New South Wales.
Year 11 Visual Arts
Year 11 Visual Arts student, Jarrah, has created this impressive TV animation.
Term 2 eSafety Parents & Carers Webinars
Webinars for parents run by the eSafety Commissioner are held throughout Term 2. Go to the eSafety Commissioner website to find out more or register for a free webinar.
Careers
Considering Medicine as a career?
Want to know what each university requires for an ATAR? Do you need to sit UCAT? Closing date to apply? Then check out the Quick Reference Guide below. Entry to Medicine 2026 - Quick Reference Guide
CV and resume basics to get you started
Thinking about starting your job search but not sure how to begin? Here are some resume basics to get you started and secure an interview.
Questions to ask at a careers expo
Make the most of your next careers expo with these practical questions to ask universities, training providers and employers.
Behind the scenes in emergency services
Emergency services need far more than frontline heroes. Discover the essential behind-the-scenes roles keeping it all running, and how to get started.
What are your options after school?
After you finish school, there’s a whole wide world of future options out there – how do you know which one is right for you?
7 tips to support your child through subject selection
Helping your teen choose their high school subjects? Here’s some tips on how to guide without taking over and keep the conversation open.
10 surprising STEM careers in agriculture
These ten surprising STEM careers prove that farming’s future is far more diverse and fascinating than you might expect.
How to become a Geologist
Geologists study the Earth’s structure and composition to locate natural resources, assess environmental conditions, and understand geological processes. Working across mining, environmental management, construction, and research, if this sounds like something you’re interested in, find out more in this weeks Job Spotlight.
Pathways Spotlight: Geologist
Scholarships
ANU Changing Futures Scholarship
Each year the Australian National University may offer a number of scholarships known as the ANU Changing Futures Scholarship. The objective is to provide financial support to students who have faced challenges so they may pursue their studies at ANU. Funding has been provided by the University. Applications close 8 May, 2026. ANU Changing Futures Scholarship – Study Work Grow
Scholarships to Study at the Melbourne Institute of Massage and Myotherapy
The Melbourne Institute of Massage and Myotherapy provides scholarships for students looking to study Remedial Massage and Massage Therapy. Click HERE to find out more.
Bria Joyce Scholarships to Cover Transport Costs for Education Related Travel
The BusCharter Student Access Scholarship was established in 2022 to help Australian students who face transport challenges in accessing their education. Click HERE to find out more.
Interested in finding out what else is out there in the way of Scholarships?
University Information & Open Days
ANU – Direct Entry applications open 11 March 2026 (for 2027 study)
Students can begin applying directly to the Australian National University (ANU) through the ANU Direct Entry Scheme as of 11 March 2026. Applications are free and include applying for academic admission, accommodation and scholarships in the one application. Early offers will be released in September using Year 11 or equivalent results and adjustment factors to calculate your ANU selection rank. Students who receive an early offer will need to complete their final year and obtain an ATAR or equivalent.
Resources for Students
The Importance of a USI - A Unique Student Identifier (USI) is a student’s education number for life. All students undertaking nationally recognised training such as VET or a First Aid course, must have a USI to get their certificate. Higher education students need it to access a Commonwealth Supported Place, HELP loans and to graduate. Students can create their USI in under 5 minutes using their ID. For more information visit www.usi.gov.au or email stakeholders@usi.gov.au.
Learning & Wellbeing Coaches 2026
- Primary - Emma Marmont
- Year 7/8 - Michelle Hill
- Year 9 - Mark Huynh & Kerrie McKinlay
- Year 10 - Aamir Aftab & Tracey O'Leary
- Year 11 - Dylan Wood
- Year 12 - John Preston
Wellbeing links
To access the school counselling service students from year 6 to year 12 can self refer.
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