Wellbeing News
Mrs Charlotte Allan
Student Wellbeing News
Experiencing and dealing with distress following the Bondi Junction attack
The attack at Westfield Bondi Junction at the weekend was a tragic and distressing event. We know that there is a connection between exposure to traumatic events and mental health issues, and it’s important to be ready to support children and young people who may be struggling. A list of mental health services, helplines and resources are below to help support yourself and your family following this distressing incident over the weekend.
- Lifeline: Call 13 11 14, text 0477 13 11 14 or chat online.
- Beyond Blue: Call 1300 22 4636, chat online or join a forum.
- Kids Helpline: Call 1800 55 1800 or chat online.
- 1800RESPECT: Call 1800 737 732, text 0458 737 732 or chat online.
- 13 Yarn: Call 13 92 76.
- MensLine Australia: Call 1300 78 99 78.
For further resources and support please follow this link from BeYou and/or get in touch.
Positive Behaviour For Learning (PBL)
Each week we have a whole school behaviour focus where we all work together to make an effort to act upon the behaviour. The students will learn about ways they can act upon this behaviour through role plays, drawings, conversations, dialogue and exploring examples as well as non-examples.
Week 1 | Act Responsibly in transition spaces by Making sure your bag and belongings are in the correct space |
Week 2 | Act Responsibly in toilets Going with an appropriate partner |
Week 3 | Act Responsibly in outdoor spaces by following staff instructions |
Week 4 | Stay Safe in classroom spaces by walking |
Respectful Relationships- Stress Management
This term all levels are focusing on the Social Emotional Learning Topic of Stress Management. Activities in this topic focus on teaching positive calming strategies to deal with stress. This helps students to cope with future challenges.
If you would like to explore Stress Management at home, complete the activity below.
Please reach out if you have any further questions or if I can support you or your child in any way callan@smashburton.catholic.edu.au