Important dates
- Thursday 28 July — bookings open for 2023 Subject Confirmation Interviews
- Friday 29 July — Terry Dunn House celebration
- Tuesday 1 August-Wednesday 2 August — College Musical Matilda matinee performances
- Thursday 4 August-Saturday 6 August — College Musical Matilda evening performances
- Saturday 6 August — Year 7 2023 learning profile day
Risks of using headphones
Recently I have noticed an increase in students wearing bluetooth earbuds. Traditionally students would use headphones, but these seem to be replaced more and more by portable devices. These high-quality devices are now so entrenched in our daily lives I thought I would make mention of some facts I raised a few years ago. In that article I raised two important issues pertaining to the constant use of headphones that had come to my attention.
The first looked at an increase in headphone/earbud-related injuries and deaths that had increased due to pedestrians who were wearing headphones being distracted and unaware of the traffic around them. Although this is still a very important issue, I thought it timely to remind people of the other risks of excessive wearing of headphones.
Studies have shown using a listening device for more than 90 minutes a day may have an impact on hearing. It is estimated one in six Australians will experience some level of hearing loss as a result of too much exposure.
It has been recommended that people should not exceed 90 minutes a day with the volume level set at 80%. The type of noise/music has no bearing on the impact, it is the volume and time used that cause the damage. Another recommendation to assist, is to lower the volume on headphones/earbuds or use noise-cancelling headphones . These devices eliminate unwanted sound, reducing the need to crank up the volume.
Many of our smartphones can now track how much time is being spent using headphones/earbuds, informing you of the level of decibels experienced during the time being used. Some phones come with a Health App that tracks such use and can provide you with extra information about the impacts of overuse.
How much time each day does your child use headphones or earbuds? You may be surprised at how quickly the hours mount up.
Office Hours
Dear parents, we would like to bring to your attention changes to our office hours. During Semester 2 office hours will be 8.00am to 4.00pm.
Canteen Menu
There have been a few changes to the menu for the McAuley Campus canteen. Please see the attached document for the full menu.
Lilydale Station works update
Please see attached works notification from the Level Crossing Removal Project detailing upcoming flood mitigation works in the Lilydale Station area.
