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SPECIAL REPORT: R U OK?Day

Understanding the growing challenges related to mental health among young people is an important consideration. Anxiety, depression and self-harm - are all causes for concern. Factors like academic pressure, social media, family dynamics, and societal expectations, are contributing to these issues. It's therefore crucial for parents and caregivers to take action early, remove the stigma around discussing mental health, and offer accessible support to address these issues and the wellbeing of their children.

R U OK?Day is an initiative that focuses on preventing suicide by encouraging meaningful personal connections and helping informal support networks to help recognise the signs of distress. We urge all families to take part, emphasising the value of genuine human relationships and reminding everyone to ask the important question, "Are you OK?"

Engaging in R U OK?Day activities goes beyond the classroom; it's a commitment to our students' overall development. By talking openly about mental health, schools create safe spaces where students feel understood, valued, and supported. As parents and caregivers, you can contribute by fostering open conversations, normalising feelings and breaking down mental health stigmas. Participating in R U OK?Day promotes compassion and shows our dedication to the wellbeing of the entire school community, reaffirming that together, we can truly make a difference.

This Special Report provides guidance on how to talk to your child about mental health and engage in meaningful discussions.

 

Here is the link to your Special Report https://holytrinity.nsw.schooltv.me/wellbeing_news/special-report-r-u-ok-day

Broadband free initiative

The School Student Broadband Initiative (SSBI) is a federal government program. The SSBI is a program to provide free home internet for one year for up to 30,000 unconnected Australian families with school-aged students. 

 

To be eligible, families must:

  • Have a child living at home that is enrolled in an Australian school (Kinder to up to Year 12) 
  • Not have an active National Broadband Network (nbn®) Internet service at home. Having a mobile internet service does not affect eligibility.
  • Live in a premise that can access the National Broadband Network via a standard connection - this will be checked for families.
  • Not have had an active nbn connection during the previous 14 days.

Families can apply to the National Referral Centre via: 

Maths Online

MathsOnline Flyer.pdf

 

Real Talk

The FREE Real Talk Parents Membership Site is a quality resource bank in the areas of eSafety, relationships and sex education, which fosters Catholic values, resilience, and relationship success. Families and caregivers are encouraged to take advantage of this Parent's Membership Site - because parenting doesn't come with an instruction manual.