From the Wellbeing Leader
Carly Bergen
TONIGHT - Dr Justin Coulson parent information Wednesday 21st September at ENDEAVOUR COLLEGE
We are excited to announce that Dr Justin Coulson from Happy Families has been secured for an upcoming Parent Information Evening on Wednesday 21st September at Endeavour College, Mawson Lakes. This is an opportunity not to be missed. Click on the following link to learn more about the event Connected Schools with Dr Justin Coulson - YouTube
Dr Justin Coulson is one of Australia’s best-selling authors and relationship and wellbeing keynote speaker. He is a familiar face on Australian TV programs like Sunrise and Parental Guidance. He is the writer of 6 popular parenting books and is the host of the Happy Families parenting podcast.
Our Connected Schools (St Paul Lutheran, Endeavour College, Golden Grove Lutheran and Good Shepherd Lutheran Para Vista) are thrilled to invite our parents/caregivers to hear Dr Justin share his expertise and knowledge. To book into this amazing parenting workshop, please visit https://anxietyinyourchildworkshop.eventbrite.com
Should you have any questions, please reach out to Carly cbergen@stpaulba.sa.edu.au
Helping our children to stay safe online: Discord
The Carly Ryan foundation https://www.carlyryanfoundation.com/ is an amazing South Australian based organisation which provides online safety, cyberbullying and proactive strategies to help our young people navigate the online space.
Attached is a fact sheet about Discord
Some key takeaways:
- The age rating in the App store is 13+
- Discord is an app widely used in the gaming community
- Some of the challenges is that younger children may get invitations from random users thinking it is safe to chat with them
- The Carly Ryan foundation outlines ways to access the privacy settings menu
- Information about how to delete, block and report inappropriate behaviour is outlined on the attachment.
Ongoing monitoring and questioning ensures your children are using apps like Discord safely
Parent webinar: Neurodivergence and Adolescence with Michelle Mitchell and Alison Davies
This webinar is going to focus on how neurodivergence might become more visible during adolescence. It will help both parents and professionals understand the facts while deepening their acceptance in order to fully embrace their growing child.
When: available anytime
Cost: $30
Further information: Neurodivergence and Adolescence. | Michelle Mitchell
Girl Guides South Australia Inc ‘Come N Try’
Girl Guides South Australia is opening its doors and welcoming all girls aged 5-12 to participate in their mini-workshops across the summer.
The Girl Guides Positive Vibes Wellness Day is all about….Positivity!
Our first workshop will encourage our girls to:
- Build a stronger sense of self
- Recognise their strengths
- Understand the elements of a positive friendship
- Have tools to manage friendship challenges
- Feel gratitude on a daily basis
- Know how to manage stress and anxiety more effectively
When: Saturday 24th September 10.00am-12.00pm
Where: Kilkenny Girl Guide Hall, Albert Greenshields Reserve, Ridleyton
Cost: FREE
To register and for further information, please visit Girl Guides Positive Vibes Wellness Day Tickets, Sat 24/09/2022 at 10:00 am | Eventbrite
Please feel free to reach out to us at projects@girlguidessa.org.au, or call us on (08) 8418 0900 if you have any questions.
Carly Bergen | Wellbeing Leader