Student Wellbeing
RESPECT
Over the past two weeks we have heard from Jack W, Jack L, Mia and Morgan as four of our SRC representatives. They have shared important messages about our Term One value with us.
Today, we’re talking about respecting others.
We all have different opinions, ideas, and feelings.
Respect means listening to others, even when we disagree. Imagine someone interrupts you while you’re talking—how would that feel?
Not great, right? Respect is about letting others speak and valuing their ideas.
This week, let’s practice listening before speaking and using kind words, even when we don’t agree.
This week, we’re focusing on respecting our teachers, and staff members.
Teachers and staff work hard to help us learn and keep our school running smoothly.
We show respect by listening when they speak, following instructions, and using polite words like "please" and "thank you."
Think about this: Would you like to be ignored when you're talking? Of course not!
This week, let’s make an effort to listen carefully, be polite, and appreciate those who help us every day.
Congratulations to the following students who have received a Respect Award recently.
Week 4: Evie, Andrew, Sarah, Matisse, Charlotte, Spencer, Grace and Naa.
Week 5: Zoe, Angelina, Hudson, Oliver and Tessa.
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
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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.