Echuca Twin Rivers Primary School 

Student Wellbeing 

Throughout 2023 in the wellbeing space, our school has focused on the following key areas: 

  1. Building teacher capability to activate student voice and agency within the classroom
  2. Reducing the % of students with 20+ days absence from 39% in 2019 to 25% in 2024.
  3. Embedding a whole-school approach to the development of the social and emotional wellbeing of students
  4. Developing and implementing strategies that involve parents and carers as partners in their child’s learning 

We are proud of the progress and achievements we have made, and we look forward to continuing this amazing work throughout 2024!

Things to consider for Happier Children 

Here is a snippet from the Institute of Child Psychology reminding us of the importance of these activities in our child's life and how they can actively contribute to healthier and happier children.

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Book Recommendation 

 

The Whole-Brain Child

 by Daniel J. Siegel, M.D and Tina Payne Bryson, PhD. 

 

An incredible book, full of humour, fresh ideas and the latest in neuroscience that provides any parent (or guardian) practical and empowering strategies to nurture the development of a child’s mind, creating emotionally healthy kids. The authors have also created a workbook full of actionable resources for any family to utilise. This book transforms the way we support the development of a child’s mind. 

Community Supports for our Parents 

Taking a moment to offload, let go and be heard   

 

  Just having a chance to offload and let go of what is currently overwhelming us. Parentline is one of those supports. Connecting you with trained counsellors for a completely confidential conversation. Available 8am-Midnight 7 days a week. 

 

Definitely a number worth keeping on the fridge! 

Playgroup Update

Playgroup has been a highlight of our year with many families attending each fortnight. Children attending are aged anywhere from 3 months to 5 years. We are inclusive of all children and their families. Our facilitator Kristy Beaumont from Anglicare will be in touch in the new year with the new schedule including days and times so look out for this information on the Echuca Twin Rivers Primary School facebook page, as well as the Echuca Moama Community facebook page. We look forward to welcoming you in 2024! 

Breakfast Club

Our Breakfast Club continues to run every morning at the Centre from 8.35am to 8.50am. We are so grateful to Foodbank Vic and Moama Bakery who generously provide food items for our students to enjoy. 

 

   Anglicare Early Help Services at ETRS