Student Services 

Attention Students!

Next time you’re using Compass, be on the lookout for a Student Services “class” called “SS”, along with its news feed and notes. This is not a real class, but it is an online hub for all of you where you can find tips, app reviews, and weekly challenges to keep you motivated and encouraged throughout the term. Try some of the challenges with your friends and family, and give the apps a go for a week to see what you think. Be sure to let us know which challenges and tips you’ve tried and enjoyed!

Note: The best way to find the class on Compass is to type “Student Services” in the search bar, and follow the link to “SS” with KIR (Amy) listed as the teacher.

Ms Amy Kirkbright

 Chaplain 

Free Headspace Holiday Program

For any students who are stuck for ideas or activities to do during the holidays take a look at the attached headspace timetable for school holiday activities. They have a variety of activities available ranging from Pilates classes to craft afternoons and self-care sessions. If you are interested in any of these activities please see the attachments for further information and how to register. 

Free Body Dissatisfaction Holiday Program 

There is also a program running during the holidays for females aged between 14 and 18 around the issue of body dissatisfaction. If you are interested in this program please refer to the attachment for information about how to register. 

Easy Activities to do at Home

Here are some recommendations of activities that students could engage with during the school holidays:

• Exercise (walking is a great way to get out of the house and also to meet up with a friend if they live close by);
• Keep in contact with friends via telephone or video chat on a regular basis and
• Start a new hobby (jigsaws, gardening, drawing, family board games, meditation through smiling mind app and cook your favourite meal or treat

We would like to remind all students to use the following services if needed during the break:

Headspace:(03) 9801 6088

headspace.org.au

eHeadspace:headspace.org.au/eheadspace

Kids Helpline:1800 55 1800

Lifeline:13 11 14

BeyondBlue:beyondblue.org.au

beyondblue.org.au/the-facts/looking-after-your-mental-health-during-the-coronavirus-outbreak

We would like to wish all students a safe and enjoyable school holidays. Although these school holidays will look very different from normal years it is still very important that students find time to take a break from school and also from electronic devices, something they have been using more frequently this term. 

Ms Casey Lawson

Student Services Co-ordinator