Wellbeing 

Staying Active and Involved

As we head to the summer break, we are all looking forward to relaxing with the family. For your family, this might mean travelling, camping, gardening, swimming or any number of fabulous activities. 

If you find yourself on those long, lazy January days looking for something to fill your time, here are some ideas:

• start that book you've been meaning to read
• learn something new - like how to tune your bike
• challenge yourself to have a day away from technology
• do a jigsaw
• pack a picnic and go to a park or lake
• visit a town you've never been to before
• plan a surprise for a member of your family
• bake a cake or build a Lego creation
• redesign your bedroom, or
• plan a catch up with some friends to play sport or go for a walk.

I will be heading off on my own adventure next year as Acting Principal of Natte Yallock Primary School and would like to say thank you to the families of Miners Rest for the active support and encouragement you have shown to all students and staff throughout what has been a very different year! I have certainly enjoyed becoming a member of this vibrant learning community.

On behalf of the Wellbeing office, I would like to wish you all a safe and healthy summer break, and hope that 2021 is a bumper year for all!

Tess Kelly

Leading Teacher - Wellbeing

Here to Help

Well done everyone on making it through a hard year! Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. The Wellbeing Team is looking forward to connecting with you next year. 

While the holiday period is often a highlight for families, for some it can be a hard time. If you, or your children are struggling, you can get help. The Kid’s Helpline is a great place for young people to call anytime day or night and for any reason on 1800 55 1800 or connect online at kidshelpline.com.au

Families seeking extra assistance can call Child First - 

The direct line is 03 5337 3388 or 1300 783 341, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

Please stay safe and have a positive break. Of course, if anything comes up during 2021 for you or your family and we can help, we will. You can contact the Wellbeing Team through the Front Office.

Merry Christmas!!!

Jesse Winter – School Chaplain