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=From The Guidance Counsellor=

**Contact Details**
Phone : (09) 846 8311 xtn 738 Email: h.mcewen@maristcollege.school.nz

30 March 2007
Dear Girls and Parents, Although this world is a marvellous and wonderful place, with beautiful and varied creatures, sometimes we are caught unaware by individuals who seek to harm us. Please remember to walk with a partner or group whenever possible. There is safety in numbers. Also, stay where there is light, activity, and other people close by. If you must be in an isolated place, particularly at night, move as quickly and confidently as possible to where other people are. NEVER seek safety in a place where there are no other people. Families or couples will often care for us when we feel unsafe. Remember, you can always ring 111 on your mobile, and ask for advice, or give information to Police if you feel unsafe. Stay as calm as possible, and look for ways to move towards houses with lights on, or where there is traffic, or activity. Bullies are cowards. They like isolation and secrecy. They like victims, but usually leave us alone if we act with confidence - even if our knees are shaking!
 * Keep safe, Mrs McEwen**

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