A state school Chaplaincy service provided by Scripture Union Queensland complements, rather than duplicates the work of other school-based support staff. These services provide students, staff and parents with social and emotional support; provide an additional adult role model in the school and enhance engagement with the broader community including parents. Chaplains provide a listening ear, caring presence and message of hope as students seek to deal with a wide range of issues such as family problems, friendship issues, peer pressure, self-esteem issues and self-regulation.
Chaplaincy activities include:
- Supporting the students and community with any issues or queries.
- participation in the learning activities including our Grow, Cook, Eat - program.
- Participation in school camps, excursions, sports days, lunchtime activities, graduation and other important celebrations, assemblies, school committees, staff activities.
- Facilitates and promotes Social and Emotional Learning through the whole school program weekly focus following PBW.
- Provides information for parents through the Newsletter and information sessions on Social and Emotional Learning.
- Participates in School Leadership Programs and Student Council Activities.
- Networks with local support agencies and organisations to provide a broad range of support services to the school community.
A school chaplain takes part in many of the general activities that occur in the life of the school, as support to staff and students.
If you have any enquiries about the Chaplaincy service, please contact the school office.