R U OK? Day 2024

2024’s theme is “I’m here to hear.”

R U OK? Inspire and empower everyone to meaningfully connect with the people around them and start a conversation with those in their world who may be struggling with life.

You don’t need to be an expert to reach out – just a good friend and a great listener.

R U OK? aims to foster a sense of belonging and connection – 2 vital factors in safeguarding people’s mental health.

Use these 4 steps to help guide you:

1. Ask R U OK?
2. Listen to their answer.
3. Encourage action.
4. Check in with them later to see how they are.

Use this link https://www.ruok.org.au/ to find resources. The following may help:

At Kempsey High School we offer the following staff to support students who need help and support:

• Year advisors for every year
• NASCA staff in C block
• Clontarf staff in C block 
• Bro Speak - Thursdays
• Student Support Officer
• School Counsellors
• Teaching staff
• SLSOs – often in every class
• Teachers
• Deputy Principals