Grant for programs

Brisbane Water Secondary College has been successful in obtaining a grant from the Federal Government to support a range of programs for Aboriginal students at both campuses.

Applications were developed by teachers, students and Aboriginal community representatives following some minor changes to the way funding is allocated.

The application focused on improving outcomes for all Aboriginal students through a range of programs in literacy, numeracy, attendance, and a homework centre.

The senior campus will be looking to appoint an Aboriginal Education Worker during terms two, three and four.

Campus principal Mr David Beattie said "The person appointed will be required to work with students on an individual and group basis, helping them to complete their work in class and for assessment in the School and Higher School Certificates.

"We are hoping to find someone in the local community who can build positive relationships with students and work with them and their teachers to make sure that the students are successful in their courses and eventually the HSC".

The college operates a range of other initiatives, including a "phone home" program, leadership courses, camps and attendance at the annual Croc Fest.

Students are also supported with career decisions through attendance at job markets, completion of work experience and work placement in various jobs across the Central Coast.

"We have a very high success rate with all students, but especially Aboriginal students due to the special initiatives that are put in place across the college," Mr Beattie added.

An advertisement for the position as Aboriginal Education Worker appears in this edition of the Peninsula News.

Press release, April 7 BWSC Woy Woy Campus