Student Support

Dear Parents, 

It's hard to believe that another year is coming to a close. With festive preparations upon us; functions to attend, family members to coordinate plans with, gift purchasing, catering and perhaps travel plans to arrange, the pressure can mount quickly! With financial stress and family dynamics, this can be a particularly challenging time for many. It’s important to look out for one another, extend kindness and patience to yourself and others, and seek support for yourself or your children if it all becomes too much. Beyond Blue and Kids Helpline are two great services, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Their websites also have some helpful articles which may be worth exploring. 

For students who accessed school-based counselling this year, this service does not automatically roll over into next year. Please make contact with myself or the school office next year to access a new referral form if required.

It has been a privilege to join the St Joseph's School community here in Tamworth this year. I have thoroughly enjoyed supporting our staff and students and meeting many families. St Joseph’s is a wonderful school where the unique learning needs of students are highly valued and catered for by a strong team of professionals. I look forward to continuing my role next year, Tuesday-Thursday and wish all families a safe and happy Christmas and holiday break. 

Kind regards,

Emily Sullivan