Wellbeing News

5/6 Respectful Relationships: Positive Coping

Over the past few weeks, the 5/6 classes have been learning about ways to cope with everyday life. 

We had some great conversations throughout the topic and made it very clear that there are events in our life that can be stressful, worrying or hard to deal with. It is important that we have strategies to cope with stress in a positive way. 

We had a discussion about ways that people can cope with stress, some positive and negative. For example, going for walks, listening to music, talking to parents or teachers, eating junk food, watching TV, drinking alcohol (adults). 

We then focused on the 5 Positive Coping Strategies:

• Energetic Activity
• Self-Calming Activity
• Social Activity
• Shifting Attention
• Getting Organised

Below are some of the things our 5/6 students do to help cope with the stresses of everyday life in a positive way:

Aleksandra: Shifting attention by watching a movie

Xavier: Social interaction by talking to my older sister

Lachlan: Getting organised by making my bed each morning

Rosie: Energetic activity by going for a bike ride

Esther: Getting organised by cleaning my room each week

Gabriel: Social interaction by playing downball with my friends

Hugo: Energetic activity by kicking the football around

Oscar R: Self calming activity like breathing exercises

Stephanie: Social activity by baking with my mum

Hayley: Self calming activity by snuggling in bed under the covers

Alessio: Getting organised by arranging my outfits 

Caellum: Self calming activity by taking my dog for a walk

Michael P: Shifting attention by playing video games

Annabelle: Getting organised by tidying up my room

Asha: Energetic activity by playing footy with my brothers

Ollie: Shifting attention by playing Roblox

Billy: Social activity by riding my scooter with my friends

Vivienne: Energetic activity by practicing my gymnastics

Fidel: Shifting attention by drawing freely 

Daisy: Getting organsied by taking notes

Hazel: Self calming activity by reading a book

Kiera: Energetic activity by playing basketball 

Aria: Social activity by talking to my mum 

Heidi: Getting organised by doing my homework 

Kevin: Self calming activity by being with my cat Theo

Yorke: Social activity by going for a ride with my friends

Charlotte: Energetic activity by going for a walk

Alastair: Shifting attention by playing Nintendo switch

Patrick: Energetic activity by playing cricket

Alexander: Shifting attention by drawing 

Michael B: Self calming activity by playing with my dog Daisy

Vedder: Shifting attention by watching cool videos of trains

Oscar V: Social activity by eating lunch with my friends

Clementine: Shifting attention by watching a movie 

Sofia: Energetic activity by going on a bush walk

James N: Self calming activity by building something with Lego

Stella: Self calming activity by talking to my dog Sonny

Pearl: Energetic activity by swimming twice a week

Khanh: Social activity by talking and playing with my brothers

Frankie: Self calming activity by listening to music

Tegan: Shifting attention by playing card games

Gus: Getting organised by helping with the washing

James L: Social activity by talking to my cat Romeo

At St Augustine’s, we are dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for every student. In Term 2, as part of our whole-school Respectful Relationships initiative, we are focusing on two key areas:

Positive Coping: We’re helping students develop strategies to manage stress and navigate challenges in healthy ways. By building resilience and practising self-care, they learn to handle difficult situations more effectively.

Problem Solving: We’re encouraging students to think critically and work through challenges thoughtfully. By exploring different problem-solving techniques, they strengthen their ability to make positive decisions and resolve conflicts constructively.

From Prep to Grade 6, our engaging lessons and activities are designed to equip students with essential skills to build respectful, positive relationships. Families can play a vital role by continuing these conversations at home, reinforcing our shared values of kindness, inclusion, and respect.

Thank you for your ongoing support in this important journey!

Important Information for Parents about NCCD

Please read the attached document if you have a child currently receiving NCCD funding or may be eligible to receive funding due to being recently diagnosed with a disability.

Berry Street Welcome Circles – Building Connection and Routine

After our insightful staff PD with Berry Street, we have taken our new learnt knowledge back into our classrooms for the start the day with a  Welcome Circle – a powerful practice designed to foster connection, set a positive tone, and create a sense of belonging for every student. While the structure may vary slightly from class to class, the key components remain the same: greeting each other warmly, discussing our targeted values and class expectations, reviewing the day’s schedule, and ending with a quick, positive primer game to energize and engage. These circles not only help students feel seen and valued but also set them up for a successful day of learning. Ask your child about their favourite part of the Welcome Circle – it’s a great way to stay connected to their school day!