Student Wellbeing

Term 4

SRC Celebration

This week we had an end of year celebration with the 2025 SRC members. As we shared a lovely morning tea, we reflected upon the impact the SRC has had this year at Concord School.

Student reflections:

Special days such as Harmony Day, acknowledging the National Week of Action Against Bullying, Pyjama Day, Footy Day
School Captains and Upper Primary Leaders representing the school at the ANZAC Day parade
Consultation for the new school values: Belong, Connect and Grow and identifying how we do these things at Concord School
Consultation regarding the DET changes to school uniform and different items now available for uniform options
Feedback on our new SWPBS Behaviour Matrix
New yard areas to be shared for secondary students – levelling up!
Raising awareness for mental health
Helping each other in class and on the yard
Making the school a better place to be
The positive impact SRC representatives continually present at school

We are extremely proud and thankful for student voice and representation through the SRC.

Farewell Year 12s!

Recently the Year 12s attended the Mornington Peninsula Regional Experience. This trip is aimed to provide students with an experience of a lifetime! It’s their last school trip with their friends – you could call it ‘Schoolies!’ The group stayed at Iluka Lodge, located in Shoreham, and demonstrated independence and responsibility when staying with each other. The itinerary ensured that we enjoyed many fabulous experiences:

A gondola ride at Arthur’s Seat.
Dinner in Rosebud
Stand-up paddle boarding
A boat cruise from Sorrento Pier around Seal Rocks
Relaxing in the Peninsula Hot Springs and
Chocolate making at the Mornington Peninsula Chocolaterie.

The Year 12 students Graduate this week, then transition into pathways that include: employment services, employment pathway programs, Tafe and other further study options, disability support agencies, and many students are linked with individualised support programs through the NDIS.

I wish the Year 12 students all the best with their future pathways.

Supporting your Child with Transition

I can hardly believe we are so close to the end of the year! Unfortunately, this can cause a lot of uncertainty for our children: transition to new classes is discussed, routines are changed due to incursions, excursions, performances, etc, and even though we are facing a nice, long Christmas break, this can cause anxiety for our students. At home there may be more socialising, later nights and perhaps more treat food. Traditionally, this is a tricky time for children to navigate through. Our children may need extra help to regulate their emotions during this time and perhaps cope with disappointments.

At Concord School our students are supported by utilising strategies outlined in the Berry Street Education Model, such as implementing predictable routines, regular check ins to see how students are feeling including interoception body scans, and mindfulness activities. This provides a common language and compassionate framework to support positive mental health and skill development. Families can use these strategies at home to support children in increasing their social and emotional literacy, as well as their skills of self-regulation.

Click below for more information on helping your child build resilience.

Self-regulation for school aged children

Beyond Blue: Building resilience in children

Support for the Holiday Season

Christmas should be a time of joy and hope, but unexpected circumstances or a crisis on top of current cost-of-living pressures can make it even more stressful and challenging. Concord School is supporting Preston Salvation Army by collecting items for families who may need support at this time. If you would like to donate, please see the list of items below and bring them to either campus office. We gratefully thank you for your support.

In addition, if you are experiencing difficulties at this time, we can organise a food pack to be sent home for the holidays via the Department of Education School Breakfast Program. Please reach out to your child’s team leader as soon as possible if you would like us to organise this for you.

Bronwyn Hart

Assistant Principal

Student Wellbeing & Engagement