Student wellbeing

As I write this article, I am mindful that many of our families will be struggling with the news the metropolitan Melbourne lockdown will be extended by 14 more days. If you or your daughters need some extra support at this time, please do not hesitate to reach out to one of the many supports available at Shelford. Of course, I am always available for a conversation to discuss the range of supports available for you and your family. You can email me at pcutajar@shelford.vic.edu.au.

Family Lockdown Dance Challenge

All students are invited to submit a short dance video with as many members of their family as they can convince – pets are welcome! Entries should be approximately 15–30 seconds long, and to a song and style of the entrant’s choice. Make it as funny or serious as you like, and of course creative and resourceful costuming is encouraged!

Entries close 9am on Monday 23 August. Upload your entries here.

Save the date – Justin Coulson Parenting Presentation

I am pleased to advise Justin Coulson’s Parenting Presentation has been rescheduled to Tuesday 9 November.

Booking details will be provided closer to the date.

Emerging Young Leaders 

Students in Years 11 and 12 who are between the ages of 15 and 17 are encouraged to apply for a place in the upcoming Menzies Emerging Leaders Program. Interested students should download the Hello World app and follow the prompts to create and upload applications. Entry is free and successful applicants will receive a place in the 2021 online course as well as $1000 towards their leadership journey.  

Resources

Article: Stay calm and carry on; a family survival guide

This article pulls together tip and advice from several experts to support families to deal with stay-at-home struggles. 

Free webinar: A tour through the teenage brain

Renowned neuroscientist and educator Dr Jared Cooney Horvath discusses how parents and carers can support the teenage brain. Find full details here.

Date: Thursday 26 August 2021

Time: 7–8pm

Registrations are limited and essential.

Please click on the link below to register your attendance. An email with the link to the webinar will be sent out closer to the date.

Pauline Cutajar

Director of Student Wellbeing and Development