Wellbeing News
The Fathering Project
We are very excited to be participating in The Fathering Project. This is a supported project where the aim is to build stronger connections between fathers and their children. The project offers many practical ideas for dads along with recognising the important role fathers play in the lives of their children. A focus is also given to the wellbeing of men and the opportunity to share experiences, worries and dreams with other dads. Please keep an eye out for further updates and events.
This weeks dads tip is:
Learning to recognise the signs of when your child is struggling emotionally because they are over tired, not feeling well, frustrated, scared, or overwhelmed will help you to better understand their needs and behaviours.
Sometimes feelings can be hard to identify. Pay attention to your child's body language and non-verbal cues. Determining what they are feeling and why, will help you to better support them.
Top tips for reading their signals
1. Watch for signs your child is not feeling comfortable, with a hug, a tickle or rough play.
2. Look for signs of fear or uncertainty when your child is doing something new or challenging so you know when to step in for support or when to stop the situation.
3. Teach your child it is always okay to say ‘no’ or ‘stop’ or use other ways to communicate when they have had enough or no longer want to do something.
Dad joke of the week
I could tell a joke about pizza, but it’s a little cheesy…
ReLate
This Friday is a school closure day. We will be working with The McKillop Institute, who will help us unpack their model of trauma informed practices, called ReLate. The ReLate model aims to:
- Empowers schools to create safe, supportive and predictable environments for enhanced teaching, learning and wellbeing.
- Strengthens staff understanding of how adverse childhood experiences and complex trauma can impact behaviours, attitude and learning.
- Enhances whole school culture and teacher attitudes, including teacher perspectives and responses to student behaviour and disengagement.
P2P - Parent to Parent Support Group
Parent 2 Parent (P2P) is a support group for parents of St Anne’s who have a child at school with a diagnosis. This is a wonderful opportunity for parents to meet each other, share stories and seek advice. Upcoming event for Term 2 include Morning Cuppa with Janette Trento our school psychologist on Thursday 2nd June at 9:00am in the staffroom.
