RSSA Training and Development Day

On Monday 8 September, Renmark High School proudly hosted the Riverland Secondary Schools Alliance (RSSA) Training and Development Day, welcoming around 250 staff from across the five Riverland public secondary schools: Renmark High School, Berri Regional Secondary College, Loxton High School, Swan Reach Area School, and Waikerie High School. The RSSA partnership focuses on strengthening educational opportunities and preparing secondary students to be innovative, engaged, and successful contributors in both local and global communities.

The day provided a valuable opportunity for teaching and non-teaching staff to collaborate on pedagogies that activate the South Australian Curriculum. Val Westwell, Director of Teaching and Learning at the Department for Education, delivered an inspiring keynote. Renowned for her evidence-informed approach, Val connected global educational trends with local opportunities, encouraging staff to embrace change and strengthen teaching and learning from preschool to senior secondary levels.

This collaborative event reinforced the Alliance schools’ shared commitment to delivering the best possible outcomes for Riverland students, ensuring a future-focused approach to education.

R U OK? Day

On Thursday 11 September, Renmark High School joined schools and workplaces across Australia in recognising R U OK? Day. This national day of action is a reminder of the power of checking in with those around us and starting conversations that could make a real difference. At RHS, we know that wellbeing and learning go hand in hand. When students feel safe, supported, and connected, they are better able to focus, engage, and achieve their best. Our values of Respect, Connect, Achieve guide us in building a school culture where kindness, empathy, and genuine care are part of everyday interactions.

R U OK? Day is not just one day on the calendar, it is a reminder that every day we can make a difference by asking the simple question: “Are you OK?”

Mat Evans
Principal