Community News
2026 Enrolments are now open at St Laurence's.
For sibling enrolments, an enrolement form can be collected from the office.
If you know of any families interested in enrolling in 2026 in Foundation, please ask them to give the school a call and arrange a tour and a chat or to collect an information pack.
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Anglicare Victoria ParentZone Podcast for parents
Podcasts for parents, carers and those who support others with their parenting. The ParentZone Teams are delighted to bring you TWELVE ParentZone Pods for you and the families you support. Each Pod identifies and explores common issues parents bring to our parenting groups and offers strategies to try in these situations.
Podcast Series 1
Episode 1: Family Meetings
Episode 2: Dealing with Anxiety
Episode 3: Sibling Rivalry
Episode 4: Getting Children to Listen
Episode 5: How to Respond to Kids' Behaviour
Episode 6: How to Stop Yelling at your Kids
Podcast Series 2
Episode 1: Positive Discipline
Episode 2: School Refusal
Episode 3: Parenting our Teenagers
Episode 4: Meltdowns vs Tantrums
Episode 5: Couples Parenting Together
Episode 6: Dads Parenting Today
https://www.anglicarevic.org.au/our-services/family-and-parenting-support/parentzone-pods/
Direct link to podcast
FREE WEBINAR - Using PLAY as the GLUE: Reconnecting Families without devices or any screne time.
When: Tuesday, July 02, 2025
1:00 PM
Duration: 1 hour
Who can attend? Everyone
Is screen time taking a toll on the mental and physical well-being of your students or family? You're not alone. In today's fast-paced, tech-saturated world, connection and meaningful interaction are being replaced by endless scrolling and digital distractions.
Join The School of Play for a powerful and practical FREE 45-minute webinar designed to help families and schools reclaim joy, movement, and togetherness without devices!!
The Issues we're Seeing:
✨Rising screen time is reducing physical movement, social interaction, and overall well-being.
✨Face-to-face conversations are being replaced by social media and digital messaging.
✨Parents and educators are feeling overwhelmed, time-poor, and unsure of where to begin addressing these challenges.Health & Well-Being Benefits of Play: This isn't just about fun. Play is a powerful tool for improving health and happiness. In this webinar, you'll learn how playful connection can:
✨Boost mental health by reducing stress, anxiety, and emotional overload
✨Improve physical health by encouraging movement, coordination, and energy
✨Strengthen relationships through laughter, teamwork, and shared experiences
✨Increase happiness and life satisfaction through positive emotions and social bonding
✨Support emotional regulation and resilience in both children and adultsBacked by research and grounded in real-world success, these strategies will help you build a more connected, vibrant, and mentally healthy school or home environment. The Solution: Play as the Glue Discover how play-based connection can transform relationships at home and school. In this interactive session, you'll learn fun, simple, and time-efficient activities designed to:
✨Rebuild social bonds through real, human connection
✨Improve mental and physical well-being
✨Reduce screen reliance in a way that feels joyful and sustainable
✨Create meaningful family moments and classroom culture, all without needing a screen
Whether you're a parent, teacher, or school leader, this webinar will equip you with the tools and confidence to use play as a powerful, science-backed solution for connection, happiness, and well-being.
AUSTRALIAN PARENTS COUNCIL
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