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Child Safety / 

Pastoral Wellbeing

PBIS

Our focus for the next fortnight is around How we speak to others. Teachers will be explicitly teaching the routine to children on how to 'How we speak to others’ correctly.  Teachers will follow the principles of PBIS (Positive Behaviours Interventions & Supports) by:

Teach - Teach the appropriate skills and behaviours

Model - Model to students the appropriate skills and behaviours

Practise - Practise by acting out role plays

Acknowledge - Teachers will acknowledge students when they demonstrate the behaviours by positive reinforcement

Correct - by extra social skill instruction where needed.

Bully No Way: National week of action

The theme for 2025 is 'Be bold. Be kind. Speak up.'

It takes courage to spark change.

 

Bullying is everyone's responsibility. It takes a community to be brave and address bullying behaviours, within and beyond the school gate.

 

Students can be bold, kind and take a stand to support others being bullied. While parents and teachers are there to support children and young people learn how to behave in a positive way.

 

In our community and in our school, we want a place where everyone can belong, a place that celebrates everyone, and where bullying is never accepted.

 

This Bullying No Way Week, we're asking students, schools, families and communities to be bold and say something, be kind and support someone, and be proud to take a stand against bullying.

We need your help!

Did You Know St Therese’s Has a Casserole Bank?

One of the beautiful pastoral care initiatives at St Therese’s is our Casserole Bank—a freezer stocked with home-cooked meals ready to support families in our community who might be going through a tough time or just need a little extra TLC.

Right now, our freezer is empty, and we need your help!

Could you cook an extra meal, or double your dinner recipe and set one aside? Maybe whip up an extra batch of muffins or a tray (dish/pot) of something simple and nourishing? Every contribution—big or small—makes a real difference.

Drop-off: Meals can be brought to the school office, clearly labelled with ingredients and date.

Thank you for helping spread kindness, one meal at a time. ❤️

 

You can also donate through My School Connect.

 

Engagement of Volunteers 

At St Therese’s Primary School, Kennington the safety and wellbeing of our students is our highest priority.  To uphold our commitment to child safety, ALL Volunteers are required to review and acknowledge our Child Safe Code of Conduct, Staff & Students Professional Boundaries Policy and Photography & Video Policy and Procedures.  Additionally, Volunteers must complete a Volunteer Registration form and successfully complete the CESL School Volunteer Induction before commencing their role as a Volunteer. 

We deeply value the contributions of our Volunteers and appreciate your support in maintaining a culture of care and protection.  Together, we can continue to provide a safe and nurturing space for every child to thrive. 

For more information regarding volunteering contact us or click on the link to complete the Volunteer Registration form. 

Volunteer Registration Form 

All Volunteers will be asked to: 

  • Complete a Volunteer Registration form (including personal details, Working with Children Check (WWCC) and 2 personal referees), please inform your referees they will be contacted by the school in relation to your volunteering. 

  • Once you have completed the Volunteer Registration form and are approved to Volunteer at the school, you will be sent an email with a link to access the required training: 

(Please note – Completing this induction replaces the previous onsite induction interview) 

  • CESL School Volunteer Induction; and 

  • Read and acknowledge the Child Safe Code of Conduct, Staff & Students Professional Boundaries Policy and Photography & Video Policy and Procedures. 

All Volunteers will be required to update details at the start of each year and inform the school of any changes to your circumstances or updates to your WWCC.  All Volunteers will need to complete the CESL School Volunteer Induction and read and acknowledge all relevant safeguarding policies at the start of each school year even if an existing Volunteer. 

All information received regarding volunteering and providing referee details will be maintained in line with CESL Privacy Policy. 

Happy Families.Schools

We are a Happy Families School!

Our school is now subscribed to the Happy Families School Membership! Owned and run by Dr Justin Coulson, one of Australia’s leading parenting experts, the membership offers a wealth of parenting education and resources.

We will regularly share resources available through our membership with you, including Insight Articles and Webinars. 

 

This week's article:

When Your Child Is Bullied: A Calm, Practical Guide for Parents

 

The Happy Families Podcast:

The Happy Families Podcast with Dr. Justin Coulson is designed for the time poor parent who just wants answers now. Every day Justin and his wife Kylie provide practical tips and a common sense approach to parenting that Mums and Dads all over the world are connecting with. Check them out here!

 

Upcoming Event:

Anxious: Helping Your Child Navigate a World of Worry

Wednesday 20th August - 7PM

Anxious Webinar - Wednesday 20th August at 7PM
Anxious Webinar - Wednesday 20th August at 7PM

 

E-Safety

Reminder - How To Access: 

Simply click the link below, go to the checkout cart, enter our unique school code (the cost will default to $0.00) and you’ll be sent all the details on how to log in and immediately begin to use the resources. 

If you have any questions about logging in or accessing the online program, please reach out to the Safe On Social team at: Jaclyn@safeonsocial.com 

 

Attendance

 

Resilience, Rights and Respectful Relationships

As we commence Term 3, this term our units will continue to engage in Resilience, Rights and Respectful Relationships lessons. The Respectful Relationships program supports schools to promote and model respect, positive attitudes and behaviours. It teaches our children how to build healthy relationships, resilience and confidence.

 

Our units are currently focusing on these topics:

Foundation: Stress Management - Students will recognise and identify their own emotions and understand how they influence the way they feel and act.

Year One: Positive Coping - Students will reflect on their emotional responses and discuss ways they can take responsibility for their actions.

Year Two: Gender & Identity - Students will reflect on their identity: likes, dislikes, strengths, and develop an awareness of positive and negative gender norms.

Year Three: Positive Coping - Students will identify and describe strategies to manage and moderate emotions in a range of familiar and unfamilar situations.

Year Four: Gender & Identity - Students will analyse their multifaceted identities, and the restricting effects of negative gender norms, along with identifying the enabling effects of positive gender norms.

Year Five: Positive Coping - Students will describe the range and influence of personal qualities and strengths.

Year Six: Gender & Identity - Students will identify the standards and associated actions that underpin respectful gender relations. 

Mental Health and Wellbeing 

BRAVE Online | Online help for worried kids  

 

BRAVE was developed for children and teenagers who experience Separation Anxiety Disorder, Social Phobia, Specific Phobia, and Generalised Anxiety Disorder. It is a great resource for parents and children.