Wellbeing Supports Update

SchoolTV

Each week we will be sharing resources from SchoolTV in line with what is happening in our school environment. 

In this edition of SchoolTV - Special Report - School Refusal

Though many children will refuse to go to school at some stage in their lives, school refusal is very different to truancy. It is a more serious condition than separation anxiety and often stems from a child’s anxiety about school. They may be worried about their school work, interacting with other kids, dealing with teachers, playing sports or being away from family. School refusal is a behaviour that can also be accompanied by sadness or depression, physical symptoms and social isolation. This condition is equally common amongst boys and girls, from all socioeconomic groups and across both primary and secondary levels.

Welcome to our Wellbeing Team

Wellbeing team members are available for short term, individual support and also involved in the delivery of a range of wellbeing programs across the College that address mental health, engagement and social skills.

Students, parents and carers are welcome to arrange an appointment to meet with a member of the team. Students, parents and carers can email  wellbeing@mc.vic.edu.au to arrange an appointment or start a conversation.