Lysterfield PS Newsletter

Student Wellbeing & Mental Health

Lysterfield Primary Student Wellbeing and Mental Health Team

Robyn Mowat \ Assistant Principal - Student Inclusion and Wellbeing

Kayla Pepper  \  Mental Health & Wellbeing Leader

Neil Butler \ Student Wellbeing Advisor

Kim Bedford \ School Counsellor/Social Worker

 

Supporting Every Learner at Lysterfield

At Lysterfield Primary, our commitment to student wellbeing and learning extends beyond the classroom. Last week, our dedicated Educational Support Staff participated in professional learning focused on supporting students with diverse needs. This valuable session explored how to identify underlying student needs, de-escalate challenging situations effectively, and use proactive strategies to create a calm, supportive learning environment.

ES Professional Development
ES Professional Development

Together, the team reflected on several key practices that are essential for fostering positive student outcomes:

  • Begin each day or session with a fresh perspective
  • Approach all interactions with empathy
  • Use praise generously to reinforce positive behaviours
  • Create consistent routines that build a sense of safety
  • Check in with students about how they're feeling
  • Break tasks and situations down into small, manageable steps
  • Prioritise relationship-building with every student

This learning aligns closely with our whole-school approach to Explicit Teaching and Behaviour Routines. At Lysterfield, we understand that all learners benefit from clear, structured teaching, but this approach is particularly powerful for neurodiverse students, such as those with ADHD, autism, or learning difficulties.

 

When expectations are clear and consistent, and students receive continuous feedback and support, they are free to focus on their learning without the added challenge of having to interpret hidden cues or guess what’s expected. Predictability, repetition, and multisensory teaching methods help build both confidence and independence.

 

We’re proud of the way our team continues to grow in their understanding and practice to ensure every student feels safe, supported, and ready to learn.

 

Robyn Mowat \ Assistant Principal - Student Inclusion and Wellbeing

 

 

Upcoming Workshops / Other Information

 

Next live Justin Coulson Happy Families School event!!

(included in our Happy Families School Membership)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Carrots & Sticks

Better Ways to Build Boundaries with Your Kids

Wednesday 18 June, 2025 7pm AEST

 

EVENT LINK - 

Tired of yelling, time-outs, and reward charts that don't seem to work? Join Dr Justin Coulson for Carrots and Sticks, a thought-provoking presentation that dismantles traditional discipline methods and reveals powerful, positive parenting strategies.

In this presentation you will:

  • Discover the ineffectiveness of punishment and rewards: Learn why these common tactics can backfire and hinder your child's development.
  • Explore science-backed alternatives: Gain practical tools and techniques for guiding your child's behaviour without resorting to punishment or bribery.
  • Empower yourself with positive parenting skills: Build a more harmonious and connected relationship with your child through effective communication and collaboration.

This session is for you if you want to:

  • Move beyond outdated discipline methods.
  • Foster positive behaviour in your child.
  • Create a more peaceful and joyful home environment. 
  • Connect with other parents seeking positive parenting solutions.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a renowned parenting expert and gain valuable insights for raising happy, confident children. 

 

'School Can't' Parent Webinar

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Knox Council Youth Hive - School Holiday Activities

 

Podcasts of Interest

 

Well, hello Anxiety - Podcast - Dr. Jodi Richardson

 

Pop Culture Parenting - Pop Culture Parenting — Guiding Growing Minds

 

Parental as Anything - Parental As Anything with Maggie Dent and Bec Sparrow  - ABC listen

 

The Imperfects - The Imperfects Podcast

 

 

Anglicare Parentzone Newsletter - Parenting in the East What's On Term 2 2025

News and information on programs, services, groups and events to support parents across the Eastern Region of Melbourne. Some of the upcoming programs for Term 2 include Parenting Anxious Children, Talking Teens, Circle of Security Parenting and Tuning in to Kids - 

 

ParentZone Pods

 

Podcasts for parents, carers and those who support others with their parenting. The ParentZone Teams are delighted to bring you TWELVE ParentZone Pods. Each Pod identifies and explores common issues parents bring to our parenting groups and offers strategies to try in these situations. 

 

Podcast Series 1

Episode 1: Family Meetings

Episode 2: Dealing with Anxiety

Episode 3: Sibling Rivalry

Episode 4: Getting Children to Listen

Episode 5: How to Respond to Kids' Behaviour

Episode 6: How to Stop Yelling at your Kids 

 

Podcast Series 2

Episode 1: Positive Discipline

Episode 2: School Refusal

Episode 3: Parenting our Teenagers

Episode 4: Meltdowns vs Tantrums

Episode 5: Couples Parenting Together

Episode 6: Dads Parenting Today

 

ParentZone Pods can be found on our website, Apple and via Spotify