Wellbeing

ThinkUKnow Program

Recently, our students in Year 7 and Year 8 participated in an engaging and informative presentation delivered by the ThinkUKnow program, an initiative by the Australian Federal Police aimed at promoting online safety. The session provided valuable insights into the risks and responsibilities of using the internet, including topics such as cyberbullying, online privacy, and digital footprints. Tailored to be age-appropriate and interactive, the presentation empowered students with practical strategies to stay safe and make smart choices online. 

Our students in Year 9 and Year 10 will be able to see this presentation next week discussing similar content that is of course relevant for their age group. We are grateful to the ThinkUKnow team for equipping our young people with the knowledge they need to navigate the digital world with confidence.

If you would like to explore the resources available from this program please go to: https://www.thinkuknow.org.au/about

Wellbeing Week

Wellbeing Week has been a tremendous success thanks to the thoughtful and enthusiastic efforts of the Primary and Secondary Wellbeing leaders, who created a fun and supportive atmosphere for everyone involved. 

They kicked off the week with a self-care questionnaire and gratitude wall, encouraging students to reflect on their mental and emotional wellbeing, which set a positive and mindful tone. Lunchtimes were transformed into moments of relaxation and joy, with calming yoga sessions providing a peaceful break from the school day, and a lively disco bringing energy and smiles to the crowd. The movie event tomorrow will no doubt add a cozy, communal touch, allowing everyone to unwind and enjoy some screen time together. The variety and care behind each activity from the leaders made the week both meaningful and memorable.

SPEAK UP! Stay ChatTY.

Today our secondary students attended a SPEAK UP! Stay ChatTY presentation, which focused on the importance of mental health, open communication, and supporting one another through life’s challenges. The Wellbeing Leaders Matilda Forest and Ava-Cuatt Bett interviewed Mitch McPherson allowing everyone the opportunity to hear his story and be made aware of the supports that are present should they need help.  The session encouraged students to check in with their friends, speak openly about how they're feeling, and know where to find help when they need it. 

To show our support for the message and raise awareness, we are participating in Shorts Day tomorrow (Friday 19 June), where students and staff will have the chance to wear shorts as a fun and symbolic reminder that it’s okay to speak up. We hope this will be a meaningful and unifying experience for our school community, while also raising valuable funds for the cause. Everyone is reminded to bring a gold coin donation.