Wellbeing

IDAHOBIT Day celebration

On the 20th of May PLSC celebrated the International day against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT).  We honoured the day with bracelet making, colouring in and rainbow snacks. This was a great opportunity for our students and staff to get together to ask questions and show their allyship. Thank you to all who came down to show their support. 

Year 10’s lets talk respect program 

This term we have been part of a pilot program called “Lets talk respect” run by Whittlesea Council and DPV health. Over the course of six weeks our year 10 male students have been meeting with Brent and Liz to unpack all things masculinity, respect and relationships.  

In tandem with this, we have also been running a girls group, focusing on subjects such as consent and healthy relationships. 

This has been a great time for students to get to know each other better, ask some big questions and grow in their understanding. To celebrate our final session we had a cute brunch and reflected on the things we will take away from the group. Big shout out to Lucy from DPV and Lauren our Secondary School Nurse for being our guest speakers. 

Wellbeing during the school holidays 

Reminder that there are a wide range of wellbeing services that can be accessed for free over the holidays. We know that being away from the routine and community at school can leave some students feeling at a bit of a loose end. Check out the free events and services below for support while school is out.

Mental health support 

• Headspace Plenty Valley and Greensborough
• Relationships Australia Free Counselling Service (up to 20 sessions in Greensborough )
• Beyond Blue - 24/7 online support for mental health 

Holiday programs 

• Whittlesea Youth school holiday program 
• The Y Whittlesea- Wide range of health and wellness programs
• Creeds Farm living and leaning Centre- Community activities