Wellbeing News

Wellbeing Boxes - Year 3/4 

As part of the Year 3/4 Inquiry unit, students worked on a project exploring different aspects of health and wellbeing. The aim of this project was to help students reflect on the many ways we can take care of ourselves and others, physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually and socially. Students filled a shoebox with items that supported their wellbeing, as well as designing and decorating the box to represent themselves. Through this activity, students made meaningful connections between everyday items and the concept of wellbeing and reflected on how small actions and habits contribute to a healthy and balanced life. They then shared their wellbeing boxes with family and friends, explaining the meaning behind the items they chose.

Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL)

Congratulations to the following students who were acknowledged for following the PBL Value Learn: I strive to do my best

Prep - Audrey 

Year 1 - Matteo

Year 2 - Leo 

Year 3 - Ali 

Year 4 - Edward 

Year 5 - Sophia 

Year 6 - George 

Currently the students have been learning about the PBL value of Respect, with a focus on, “I include and care for others” Throughout our learning, we have discussed what it means to make everyone feel welcome, listened to and valued in our school community. As Jesus said "Do to others as you would have them do to you - Luke 6:31", students explored practical ways to show respect. Including inviting others to join in, using kind words and respecting differences. By recognising how their actions can positively impact others, students are developing the skills to create a caring, inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong.

Responding to and Supporting Unexpected Behaviours

As part of our PBL journey, students are continually supported to demonstrate our school-wide expectations: to be Safe, Respectful, and Learners. When students need extra support, teachers follow our school Behaviour Flowchart (shown below). This process ensures that we respond to behaviours consistently while also teaching and reinforcing the expected values. These processes are supported by the St John's Student Behaviour Policy , as well as MACS Vision for Engagement. 

At St John’s, we use accurate data to guide all aspects of student learning, including behaviour learning. Teachers collect data both in classrooms and in the yard to help us identify how best to support each student’s individual needs. This collection of data continues to support teachers on the required adjustments that students need, as we understand that each child is different. 

If additional support is required, your child’s classroom teacher will contact you to discuss the strategies being implemented to help your child demonstrate the expected behaviours as best they can, as well as ways you can support your child to learn these values.