Wellbeing
Leader: Geenah Loughran
Visit the Resilience Project website for information about the program and how you can use it at home.
Parents and Carers page
GEM CHAT
A GEM Chat consists of 2-5 minute activities/conversations that you can have individually or as a whole family, at different points throughout the day (whenever works best for you). Each newsletter will provide a different chat prompt. Please see below this week's chat:
The Imperfects Podcast
Dr Emily – Using The Force For Good
Guest:
This is where the fun begins.
Today we welcome the Return of the Dr Emily, our resident psychologist, to talk about the Force in all its (clinical) glory.
Amongst the immense excitement of Hugh, Ryan and Josh, Dr Emily talks through the lightness and darkness inside us all, and how the presence of a good mentor makes a world of difference.
Bringing psychology back to the forefront of this ep, Dr Emily likens Yoda’s general vibe to the principles of Acceptance Commitment Therapy, whilst also pointing out the incredible power of mindfulness (just ask Luke Skywalker).
Hugh and Ryan chat with Dr Emily about The Hero’s Journey, main character syndrome and how to let go of our ego to embrace your authentic self.
May the Force be with you.
PBIS
Our PBIS Blitz for Week 9 and 10 is:
Showing Kindness to others
Introducing Our Mental Health in Primary Schools (MHiPS) Role at St Patrick’s At St Patrick’s Primary School, the wellbeing of our students is at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to share that we are part of the Mental Health in Primary Schools (MHiPS) initiative, which helps us strengthen the support we provide to our students and families. The MHiPS program places a dedicated staff member within the school — our Mental Health and Wellbeing Leader, Mrs Geenah Loughran — whose role is to:
· Promote positive mental health and wellbeing across the whole school community.
· Identify and support students who may be experiencing mental health challenges early on.
· Work with teachers and staff to embed mental health strategies into everyday classroom practices.
· Connect families with external mental health services if additional support is needed.
· Lead wellbeing initiatives and programs that help all students build resilience, emotional skills, and a positive sense of self.
NEW - Support resources for families in the Loddon/Campaspe region -
Please click on the link below to see a PDF version of the below posters