Chaplain's Corner...

                                     Returning Back to School in Term 4

Hello Everyone,

I trust that you and your family have had a great relaxing break and managed to discover some new adventures.

As the roadmap for schools is slowly rolled out and students start to return to school during the coming weeks, you may see some apprehensions or nervous feelings in your child around coming back onsite, feelings of not remembering anything or social interactions across all grade levels. This is normal and understandable given the amount of time away from school. I have put together some resources to help with these big feelings and encourage you to reach out if you or your child are struggling and just need to chat or need some resources.

Back to School Anxiety: Managing After Lockdown (With Tips)

Article about tips to prepare for a smooth transition after lockdown.

Health Emergencies - Sesame Street in Communities - Sesame Street in Communities

Short 30-second video to remind Foundation and year one students to wash their hands.

Activity 1:

Create a Postbox of Worries

Design a box that can be visible for everyone, whether it is at home or in school, have some post it notes or paper available for your child/ren to write out their worries for the day, and post them into the box, as you post them take a deep breath in and out, releasing the worry from your body as you post.

Please reach out if you are struggling or just need someone to chat to during these times. I am available on Tuesday. Thursday and Friday from 8am until 3pm.

Thank you   

Michelle Hawksworth

School Chaplain