STUDENT WELLBEING
STUDENT WELLBEING
The wellbeing of students is woven into their daily lives at school through formal and informal contact with staff, the RE Program, Retreats and Reflection Days, the ‘Growth Matters’ Pastoral Program, special academic programs, Orientation Program for Year 7, Induction Days, Activities Program, Outdoor Education Program for Year 7 and 9, sport and lunchtime activities, dance, drama and music activities, as well as guest speakers through the year.
The wellbeing program aims to offer the students an opportunity to reflect on their life, the society they live in, and the place their Church, God and beliefs have within this. The program also aims to provide the students with skills which will enable them to continue the process of reflection long after they have left Domremy. At all times, learning and wellbeing are inextricably linked as is the partnership between parents and carers and the College. As primary educators, parents work in partnership with staff at the College to support positive wellbeing of all students, with a focus on our charism and a growth mindset.
In keeping with its mission, Domremy College has adopted the Working Principles of Restorative Justice as the overarching framework of its student management system. Restorative Justice provides a way for students to reflect on situations, understand the impact on themselves and others, acknowledge responsibility, make amends and look at what needs to be done to avoid the same occurring in the future. This allows for both high support and high accountability for all students in their relationships with all members of the community.
Bullying
Every person at Domremy College has the right to a learning and work environment free from intimidation, humiliation and hurt. All members of the community - staff, students, parents and clergy - have the right to experience positive and respectful relationships. Bullying is a phenomenon in all schools. We believe that bullying frightens, isolates and devalues people and as a consequence it is the responsibility of the College community to create a culture of caring which endeavours to prevent bullying. There is further information in the Student Planner about bullying, definitions and actions the College will take.
Throughout their time at Domremy, students will undergo explicit teaching about digital citizenship and eSafety. This will take the form of special presentations, links to safety notices for parents and students, and/or guest speakers. At all times, students are asked to be good digital citizens and be safe with their use of technology, social media platforms and cyber spaces. When students and parents are concerned about cyberbullying, social media posts, or other matters related to eSafety, they are encouraged to discuss this with a trusted adult at home or at school, work with parents and carers to visit the eSafety Commissioner website for advice, blocking senders and/or taking screenshots where appropriate.
Counselling
We recognise the inextricable link between well being and successful lifelong learning. As part of our commitment to see our girls reach their full potential we offer a counselling service to all students. This further compliments the pastoral support of our staff, Homeroom Teachers, Year Coordinators and College Leadership Team.
Counselling aims to support the needs of each student in a holistic way. At Domremy attention is paid to student’s physical, psychological, spiritual, social, cognitive, family, cultural and academic needs.
The counselling service is free, confidential and professional. Our College Counsellor is a trained professional able to respond to the range of personal and educational needs of adolescents and young people. The counsellor works under a code of professional conduct and practice and will maintain confidentiality while ensuring the safety of the young person.