YEAR 7-8 SCHOOL NEWS

Wellbeing and Respectful Relationships Groups

This semester the school is running a series of small-group wellbeing programs for students in Years 8–10. These programs support the Victorian Government’s Respectful Relationships curriculum and focus on helping students build important interpersonal and communication skills.

Students are invited to participate through referrals from teachers and Sub School Leaders, with approximately 100 students currently involved across 14 groups this semester.

The sessions run once per week and include interactive discussions and activities on topics such as:

• Assertive communication
• Navigating conflict
• Restorative conversations
• Setting and respecting boundaries
• Power imbalances and coercion
• Accountability and the bystander effect

• Considering the impact of AI in relationships

   

These groups are not designed to single out students or address mental health concerns but rather provide a proactive opportunity for students to develop skills that support positive relationships both at school and beyond.

Participation is not mandatory, and students can return to their regular classes if they feel uncomfortable. Our goal is to create a supportive environment where students can build confidence and learn practical strategies for healthy relationship