Student Wellbeing
Bravehearts
Attention Families of Prep - Year 2 students
Next week on Thursday 21st November at 10 a.m. children in Prep - Year 2 will have the opportunity to experience Bravehearts Personal Safety Education Program “The Ditto Show”. Bravehearts are extremely proud of this program and believe that by providing children with the basic principles of personal safety, they are providing them with the tools to stay safe.
Just as teaching children the road rules cannot guarantee our children’s safety on the roads, no program can guarantee to “abuse-proof” our children. But, by teaching them the principles of personal safety we are giving them the knowledge they need to stay safe and know what to do if anything does happen.
The ‘Ditto Show’ is live performance with “Ditto” being the star attraction. The show runs for 35 minutes. This program has been delivered throughout other states in Australia since 2006 empowering over 300,000 children.
‘Ditto’, the Bravehearts’ mascot comes to life as the star of Ditto’s Keep Safe Adventure Education Program to ensure the program is delivered in a fun, interactive and engaging manner.
Specially written songs for the show include “Private Parts” and “Run and Tell Someone You Can Trust”. These are catchy songs and Bravehearts experience shows children are remembering them in the same way they remember common nursery rhymes. Ditto’s Keep Safe Adventure Program and resources are NOT SEX EDUCATION. Private Parts are simply explained as the mouth (as we don’t just go around kissing anyone) the chest, between the legs and our bottoms. The main aim of the program is to enhance children’s emotional literacy.
The findings of an independent evaluation suggest that the delivery of the principles embedded in this program can reduce the prevalence of not only child sexual assault, but also other forms of abuse including family violence and bullying, in a range of settings. Topics covered throughout the show consists of "Yes" & "No" Feelings, The Body’s Warning Signs, Private Parts, Secrets and what to do if you feel unsafe or unsure.
If you do not wish for your child to attend the show please notify the school office. Should you have any questions about the program please do not hesitate to contact the school or Bravehearts' Head Office on 07 5552 3000.
Be You – The Challenge of Anxiety
Increased discussion around mental health has had positive results, especially in producing a greater awareness of the challenges facing those with anxiety. Ads on TV and radio, newspaper articles and social media have been flooded with information about anxiety; perhaps so much so that we can start to feel anxious about anxiety!
The good news is that anxiety is something that can be addressed – help is available. There is strong evidence that early intervention is a key factor in combating high levels of anxiety that can disrupt a person’s well-being and ability to function.
Check out the link below for more information:
https://beyou.edu.au/fact-sheets/mental-health-issues-and-conditions/anxiety
If this is a challenge for you or someone in your family, I would encourage you not to wait but seek help early…
Be you, go well!
Tam