Student Wellbeing
Push-Up Challenge
Thank you to the staff and students who participated in the Push-Up Challenge during the recess breaks on Monday, 23 June and Thursday, 26 June. Your enthusiasm and dedication made this event a remarkable success.
Together, we completed an impressive total of 4,520 push-ups over five recess breaks, surpassing our target of 3,214. This number symbolically represents the lives lost to suicide in Australia in 2023, and our achievement stands as a testament to our community's commitment to raising awareness and supporting mental health.
Special highlights include Isaac W's incredible feat of completing 700 push-ups and Charlie J's dedication in completing the full challenge of 3,214 push-ups during our sessions and in his own time.
The Push-Up Challenge provided a valuable opportunity for meaningful conversations around mental health while promoting physical fitness. Thank you to everyone who participated and supported this important cause. Together, we are pushing for better mental health and well-being for all.
Respectful Relationships Forum:
On Wednesday 25 June, a group of year 7 students attended the Department for Education's Respectful Relationships Forum at Adelaide Oval. This event provided an invaluable opportunity for students to engage in meaningful discussions about fostering positive relationships within schools.
Led by year 11 student Angela R, one of our tables collaborated with year 7 students and peers from Henley High School. They explored how schools can support students in building meaningful friendships during lunchtime. Meanwhile, another table focused on the importance of teaching students how to help friends through difficult moments. This group identified that students often escalate situations and co-designed a flow chart to actively support peers in defusing heated moments.
We are proud of how our students conducted themselves, with many contributing to whole group discussions in front of over 300 students and educational leaders from across South Australia. Their insights and contributions were a testament to their commitment to creating respectful and supportive school environments.
Learning 4 Life: empowering our year 10 girls at Aberfoyle Park High School
At Aberfoyle Park High School, our year 10 girls are engaging in an exciting subject called Learning 4 Life. This Integrated Learning course is designed to connect life and learning in meaningful ways, focusing on students' interests and needs while encouraging real-world knowledge and self-awareness.
The theme of Learning 4 Life is Personal Development, a lifelong journey of building skills, confidence, and self-reflection. Throughout the course, students explore emotional, intellectual, physical, and social growth. They learn how to set goals, manage challenges, and develop positive relationships, equipping them with essential life skills.
By combining hands-on learning with reflection and collaboration, Learning 4 Life empowers students to better understand themselves and the world around them. It’s more than just a subject; it’s an investment in each student’s future.
One of the first activities the students participated in was creating a collage that depicts what makes them unique and valuable. They considered their talents, achievements, goals, and what defines them as individuals. These creative pieces are a testament to their individuality and growth.
We are proud of our students' progress and look forward to seeing them continue to thrive in Learning 4 Life.
Keep their future bright: teenagers and alcohol
As parents and caregivers, we are continually learning and growing, especially when it comes to keeping our children healthy and safe. Recent research highlights the harmful effects of alcohol on the developing brain of teenagers.
Exposure can lead to difficulties in schoolwork, challenges in processing emotions, and even impact performance in sports.
Our role as parents and carers is crucial in guiding our children through their teenage years. By talking openly about the harms of alcohol and refusing to supply it, we can help protect them and their developing brains from harm.
For more information, visit the Alcohol and Drug Foundation website.