Dear Parents/Guardians, Students and Friends of Prospect High School,

The first two weeks of Term 2 have certainly been different this year!  I am very pleased to report most students are learning at home online, and the amount of work and level of engagement is excellent. Teachers have worked tirelessly to provide valuable learning for all students.

My report this week will revisit some important information regarding learning at home.

A reminder that the Minister for Education and Public Health authorities still advise that the safest place for everyone, including our students, is at home. However, school is open for those who need to come. Students, who attend school, are also doing the same online learning as students at home. All students are following their normal timetable (with adjusted lesson times), which has been either emailed or inboxed to them on Canvas, in a large learning space.

I don’t expect parents to be the teacher and able to use Canvas and other technology.  Attending to children’s personal needs and providing a quiet learning environment are a couple of ways to support your child. I understand that these are challenging times. If your child is anxious or stressed, please ask them to let their teacher know.  Teachers are available all day, everyday (or if part-time, on their designated days) either online, by email or by phone, and contact will be made with your child each day. If parents are concerned about their child’s program, please contact the school.  

Our School Support Team (School Psychologist, Social Worker, School Nurse and Chaplain) are also available for advice and able to provide students with support, whether they are working from home or at school. Please contact the office on 6344 4744, if you wish to use these services.

We will keep in contact with you regularly through the usual communication channels.

If your child’s learning from home arrangements need to change, please give notice of 24 hours so that we can be suitably prepared.

I don't know when the return to face-to-face learning will happen. However, until families are advised, please continue to support learning at home so everyone is safe. Staying at home restricts movement and hence restricts the spread of corona virus. It is a very contagious virus.

Finally, very best wishes to all mothers for Mother’s Day on Sunday.

Mrs Lee Barker

Principal