Student Wellbeing
INCLUSION
Inclusion is our value for Term 2! At St James, we believe that everyone deserves to feel like they belong. Inclusion is more than just being kind—it's about reaching out, making connections, and ensuring no one feels left out.
At assembly this morning, our SRC representatives shared an important message with us. Here’s a part of what they had to say.
Inclusion means making sure everyone feels welcome and valued. It’s about making sure no one is left out—whether it’s in the classroom, on the playground, or anywhere else.
Imagine starting at a new school. You don’t know anyone. At lunchtime, you sit alone, watching groups of friends laughing together, but no one invites you to join. How would that feel?
Now, picture something different. As you sit down, someone waves you over with a smile and says, “Come sit with us!” How different would that feel? That’s what inclusion looks like.
This week, let’s all make an effort to include someone. Invite a new friend to a game, sit with someone you don’t know yet, or simply say hello. A small action can make a big difference!
Congratulations to the following students who have received an Inclusion Award recently.
Week 2: Sophie G, Leo, Audrey K and Jake N.
If you have any well-being concerns or questions please don't hesitate to
contact me via email.
Monica De Leo
Student Wellbeing Leader
monica.deleo@sjvermont.catholic.edu.au
Victorian Child Safety Standards
Here is the Catholic Education Council of Victoria's revised statement of commitment to Child Safety which we abide by:
Support Services Available to all students and families
Parent Zone
Parenting Programs
Parenting is the most important and challenging job in today’s rapidly changing world – but children and young people don’t come with a handbook. ParentZone supports parents, carers, and families to meet up, share and learn from each other. Anglicare Victoria understands the potential of families to shape lives. We help families to work together and create positive and long-lasting change for themselves and the community around them
ParentZone Pods - Parenting Podcasts
ParentZone launched a series of parenting podcasts called ParentZone Pods on sibling rivalry, dealing with anxiety, family meetings, getting your children to listen, how to stop yelling at your kids, and how to respond to kids’ behaviour. Due to the success of these podcasts, Anglicare has decided to create another series in 2022. So, watch this space for more helpful topics to aid in your parenting! Check out all ParentZone Pods here.
Parent Resources
Click here for access to the Smiling Mind Website
Smiling Mind’s vision is to help every mind thrive. Their mission is to provide accessible life-long tools to support healthy minds.
Click here for access to the Student Wellbeing Hub Website
It includes sections for parents, teachers and students with practical strategies and resources to support your child's wellbeing.
Click here for Raising Children Network
Reliable, and up-to-date information to help your family grow and thrive together.
Click here for access to Parenting Ideas Blog
It includes articles, testimonials and practical tips on a wide variety of topics.
Click here for Iparent - Office of eSafety Commissioner
To learn about the digital environment and how to help your child have safe and enjoyable online experiences.
Click here for access to CatholicCare
It is a social service agency of the Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne, they offer a range of programs and services that aim to build and strengthen relationships.
Click here for access to Beyond Blue
This website is regularly updated with information, advice and strategies to help you manage your wellbeing and mental health during this time. And you can stay up-to-date by joining our email community.
Positive Parenting Telephone Service 1800 880 660
Participants complete a workbook or online modules which are supported by weekly 30 minute phone calls with a trained parenting educator. All of this can be done from the comfort of your own home at a time that suits you.
Parentline 13 22 89
Parentline is available 8am to midnight, 7 days a week. It is a confidential and anonymous phone counselling service for parents and carers of children and teenagers in Victoria.
Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800
The Kids Helpline is Australia's only free, private, and confidential 24/7 phone and online counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25. Counselling is currently offered by phone, Webchat and email.