Student Wellbeing
HARMONY DAY - FRIDAY 20TH MARCH
At St James, Harmony Day is a wonderful opportunity for us to celebrate the rich cultural diversity within our school and wider community. It is a time to recognise that everyone belongs, and that our differences make our community stronger, kinder and more vibrant.
In the lead-up to Harmony Day, students have been given a home learning task to complete with their families. These tasks will be shared in class to help students learn more about each other and appreciate the diversity within our St James community.
Home Learning Task Due: Thursday 19th March
On Friday 2Oth March, students are invited to wear a touch of orange with their school uniform. Orange is the official colour of Harmony Day and represents respect, belonging and inclusion for all Australians.
We look forward to celebrating together and continuing to build a school where everyone feels safe, respected and valued.
Congratulations to the following students who were presented with a Responsibility Award on Friday.
Week 6: Jeriel, Stefan, Lachie, Harlea, Annabelle C, Ayuni.
Week 7: Avin, Hudson, Isla C, Mia P.
SEASONS FOR GROWTH PROGRAM - EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST WELCOME
At St James, we are committed to supporting students’ wellbeing and emotional development. Next term, we will be offering a small group program called Seasons for Growth, designed to help children build skills in understanding and managing feelings such as change, loss, friendships, and life challenges.
Seasons for Growth provides students with a safe and supportive space to share, reflect, and learn positive coping strategies alongside their peers.
Seasons for Growth supports children and young people who have experienced change and loss, including, although not limited to, friendship changes; family separation; loss or death of someone they care about; loss of a pet; relocation and forced migration; living away in out-of-home care; physical or mental illness; or impacts of war, terrorism or pandemics.
We are currently inviting families to express interest in their child participating in this program. If you feel your child would benefit from being part of a Seasons for Growth group, please contact me via email, and I will be happy to provide further information.
PARENTING SUPPORT - HEALTH ABILITY
Please continue to reach out via email or phone should you have any questions or concerns. I am always happy to chat or meet with you to discuss anything wellbeing related, and to work together in supporting your child’s social, emotional, and learning needs.
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:
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.