We are very fortunate to have two social work students with us from Flinders University who will be completing 500 hours of service at our school.

Madison and Monika will be working in classrooms across the school to support groups of children and develop their skills.

I’m Monika, a social work intern from Flinders University. I will be doing my placement at Coromandel Primary School for two terms. I am very happy to be placed in the school to learn more about social work.

I enjoy sports including badminton, camping and rock climbing. I love being around children at Coromandel Primary School as they are so friendly. The teachers and staff have made me feel very welcome. My quote: “ study hard and play hard”. I hope I can make the most of my time at the school and learn as much as I can.

My name is Madison and I am studying a Bachelor of Social Work at Flinders University. I will be completing my first placement at Coromandel Valley Primary School and am extremely grateful for this opportunity.

My role/purpose as a social work student is to respond to the needs of the students and school community. I aim to advocate successful learning outcomes through the relief of distress, the removal of barriers or inequalities, and assisting students to realise their full potential in a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Over the course of my placement, I hope to deliver and engage in programs that reflect areas of mental health, building friendships, body image, peer pressure, bullying, and dealing with difficult emotions.