Learning and Wellbeing

Wellbeing Programs and Activities 

This term the wellbeing team has continued to deliver various exciting and inclusive programs around the school. The programs and acitivities that we offer aim to increase feelings of belonging and provide a space for a range of different students to be themselves and have fun. 

Mindful Minds Group - Thursday Recess

Our mindfulness group is run by our Student Support Officers (SSO's) who are trained in Social Work. This group offers students an opportunity to reduce stress and learn how to be mindful in their life. We practice different mindfulness techniques including breathing and gratitude. This group offers a calm space for students to un-wind and alleviate feelings of anxiety and overwhelm. 

Rainbow Club - Wednesday Lunch 

Rainbow Club is also run by our SSO's. During this group we complete acivities and crafts that celebrate pride. This provides a space for students to be who they are and celebrate diversity. This group aims at increasing belonging and providing a safe space for our LGBTQIA students and allies to be. 

Pasifika Cultural Group - Monday Lunch                                                                               Friday Recess

The Pasifika Cultural Group is run by SLSO Phoenix. This group offers students an opportunity to connect to their culture and learn about others. Through the group, students will complete cultural activities and learn about Pasifika culture. This group is a great chance for students to connect to their own culture and create relationships with other students who share similar interests. 

Break Time Volleyball

Learning and Support Teacher Mrs Leeson invites students to the MPC to play Volleyball twice a week. We currently have about 30 students who come together to play in pickup games. It is great to see such a diverse group of students playing together, developing new friendships and getting some exercise during breaks. 

Listen to the daily notices to see what day volleyball is running each week. 

Seasons for Growth Program

Seasons for Growth is a small group education program that supports young people to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes to understand and respond well to experiences of change, loss and grief. SSO Kate runs this program at times thoughout the year. If you have any questions or are wanting your young person to be put on the waiting list for this program please contact the school. 

NRL In League In Harmony Program (ILIH) 

With a focus on respect, responsibility and inclusiveness, the NRL's In League In Harmony (ILIH) program aims to promote social cohesion by addressing issues such as social disengagement, racism, gender inequality and bullying; empowering youth to be agents of change for a more cohesive society. SSO Kate has organised for this program to be facilitated this term for a group of year 9 and 10 students. 

Love Bites Program

During Term 2 the Love Bites Program will be faciliated for Year 10 Students. Love Bites is a Respectful Relationships Education Program for young people aged 15-17 years. The overall aim of the program is to equip young people with the knowledge needed to have respectful relationships, encourage and develop their skills in critical thinking and assist them in being able to problem solve and communicate effectively. SSO Kate and Brianna will be faciliating this program in additon to some external facilitators. 

Preventure Program 

Preventure is an evidence-based prevention program that uses brief, personality-focused workshops to delay substance use and promote mental health among secondary school students. The program aims to equip young people with self-efficacy and cognitive behavioural skills to help them cope with the numerous developmental challenges that adolescents face, such as academic stress, peer pressure, and identity development. SSO Kate has organised for a facilitator to come in to the school and present this program for 2 small groups. If you have any questions about this program or are wanting your young person to participate please contact the school. 

Please contact the wellbeing team if you're needing any support or have any questions :)

Learning and Wellbeing Faculty