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Act Belong Commit Drama Hub kicks off at Cyril Jackson Senior Campus tomorrow, 4:15-5:15pm

The very talented Nadia Collins is due to deliver a FREE 7-week program.

Nadia Collins is an actor, writer, comedian and former lawyer. She has been performing improv, sketch and stand-up comedy since 2008. Training at École Philippe Gauiler in 2016, she was nominated Best Newcomer at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2018. Her film work includes lead roles in Partners and An Ideal Host, for which she won Best Actress at Nevermore Film Festival 2020. She has created a number of critically acclaimed solo shows, including The Bride (Winner, Best WA Comedy, Fringeworld 2020), Chrysalis, The Big Thingy, Virgin Bloody Mary (nominated Best Comedy, Perth Fringe 2017) and Bad Egg Boys (co-creator).

It’s not too late, if you are aged 13 to 26 and live in Bassendean or surrounds, sign up!

http://www.waytco.com/schools…/hub-sessions/bassendean-hub

From Milton Butcher, Principal Cyril Jackson SC:

Ms Webber has performed to the highest level of expectation in terms of supporting, nurturing and managing international students.  A number entered the IEC initially and then moved into the mainstream program to study a range of traditional school subjects.  She maintained deep interest in their academic progress as well as their individual wellbeing.  Her attention to them as individuals was pronounced.  She recognised that most were adults or near adults and did not necessarily have familial structures to rely on.  In particular she was acute in her support of the mental health condition of students, especially those experiencing isolation.  Her work was instructive in assisting their transition to an Australian school culture and program.  She was always attentive to liaison with families and TIWA.

Her approach was always student-centred and focused on them as individuals.  Her interest in them as individuals assisted in the transition from IEC to mainstream subjects.

Her easy going, yet sharp attention to the needs of schooling are recognised by the international cohort.  She is approachable, reasonable and professional.  They know that she reliable in carrying out functions and in completing tasks relevant to their needs.  She is trusted.

Ms Webber is commended for her work.

The work done was born of the realisation by Mishayla Webber, International and IEC Student Coordinator at Cyril Jackson Senior Campus, that the social and emotional wellbeing needs of our international students were not always being met, especially during the transition from Intensive English Centre into mainstream Year 11/12. Compounding factors were that many of CJSC’s students are over 18 years of age by Year 11, independent and with fewer external supports, and a lack of understanding by course counsellors and students themselves regarding appropriate post-secondary pathways.   To address these challenges Mishayla has undertaken a range of measures. These include: –         Becoming a qualified facilitator trainer of the BRiTA program Building Resilience in Transcultural Australian –         Establishing a more active relationship with TIWA –         Developing clearer lines of communication, greater shared knowledge and deeper understanding of student issues and needs.   International students at CJSC have access to all the benefits of being a student here, including Ethnic Education Assistants who speak their languages and our many well-being initiatives. Yoga classes allow a space for students to practice mind/body connection with a teacher who is also a trauma-informed yoga and meditation instructor. Benefits to students include improved mental health, understanding of their body and dealing with exam/study stress.   The award was accepted by Mishayla Webber, International and IEC Student Coordinator.

This award was sponsored by the Department of Education WA and presented by Joe Bontempo, Manager, International Education.