Starting in term one next year, there are many questions which remain unanswered.
In order to combat this issue, The News has created ‘‘Ask Gen’’, a regular column written by Greater Shepparton College executive principal Genevieve Simson.
Ms Simson will be answering questions from readers in the lead-up to the transition next year.
To submit a question, email editor@sheppnews.com.au
The questions printed in our previous two editions, and the below, are from Shepparton's Gail Jelliff.
Q:Is there any plan for an alternative site for the pupils not coping? There will be a lot of bullying and fighting. If the powers that be don't think that will happen they are delusional and need to get out of their ivory towers and live in the real world for a change.
A:Our new school will not tolerate any bullying, racism and discrimination, and we will deal with it in line with our anti-bullying policy. We will implement school-wide positive behaviour strategies, and teach all students these expectations.
We will also implement the successful ‘house’ model to create a sense of belonging among students. As part of this, each student will be assigned a learning mentor from Year 7, who will be the first point of contact for parents and care-givers to discuss any concerns, including about their child’s health and wellbeing, throughout their time at our school.
Q:If the Naplan test results are so bad in secondary schools does this apply to primary schools as well? What is being done to help the primary schools?
A:While the Shepparton Education Plan is first transforming secondary education, it will look at all stages of education, including early years and primary education. Achievement and engagement in education starts even before children start school, which is why the Shepparton Education Plan is also building a new Integrated Early Learning Centre at Mooroopna Primary School.
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