Wellbeing
Introducing our new Director of Student Wellbeing | Chelt.Sec Wellbeing Team | Kingston Youth Services | Contact form | Helpful contacts
My name is Kerri Haworth and I am the new Director of Student Wellbeing. I am passionate about wellbeing and I am excited to be joining the Cheltenham Secondary College community. I bring my knowledge and experience to build on the already excellent work being done to create a student wellbeing program that supports the fantastic work in the classroom. Wellbeing forms the foundation of our success and teaching young people the emotional literacy that gives them the skills to self-manage their emotions is an essential part of ensuring they are reaching their full potential.
I have spent the last six years building a student wellbeing program at Mount Waverley Secondary College. This work culminated in winning the 2022 Victorian Education Excellence Award for Most Outstanding Education Support team, with our team regarded as being at the cutting-edge of wellbeing improvement and innovation in schools and our Student Wellbeing Model helping others to deliver effective whole-school wellbeing initiatives.
The executive class, teachers and education support staff at Chelt.Sec are working incredibly hard to provide your children with an outstanding education. The student wellbeing program which will include workshops delivered by the team, guest speakers and external presenters, provides a holistic approach, when combined with the lessons in the classroom.
The Wellbeing team have hit the ground running. On Tuesday 31st January, the team met with every Year 7 class to engage in activities that encouraged them to build and strengthen connections with staff and classmates. The team have already met with numerous students to check in with them after the holiday break, and provided advice and support to a number of parents. I have also presented to staff on the importance of self-care.
I am looking forward to working with the Directors of the Subschools to find opportunities within the curriculum program to bring in guest speakers throughout the term, as well as celebrating Awareness days such as the upcoming International Women’s Day on 8 March.
Chelt.Sec Wellbeing Team
Kerri Haworth Matt Motram Nella Foley
Director of Wellbeing Wellbeing Worker Mental Health Nurse
For Youth and Parents
The Youth Services team provides a FREE and non-judgemental space to support anyone between 12-25 years with links to the City of Kingston. We also offer a variety of groups and programs to join to meet new people or learn new skills. Please see the links below for further information (click on headings or images).
Kingston Youth Services has committed to supporting our young people. We do this through a variety of programs, sessions, activities, projects and events. We provide further support to our school communities and parents through information sessions and nights.
To keep up to date with our upcoming schedule of parent information nights, please subscribe to our newsletter.
Useful links for international students seeking support.
Mental Health and Family Violence Support
For yourself, friend or family member – you can talk to your doctor or contact support services.
Youth Work Support and Counselling
Our Youth Work Support and Counselling team offer a free, confidential service for young people 12 to 25 years with a connection to the City of Kingston (live, work, study). For a list of services, please click here.
Wellbeing Contact Form
Contact our Cheltenham Secondary College Wellbeing team directly with any concerns or issues and one of the team will get back to you. The form can be accessed here.
Helpful Contacts
Headspace
Headspace Centres can be a one-stop shop for all young people who just need some help with everyday stuff or wellbeing and physical health.
Kids Helpline
Kids Helpline is across Australia, it is free, private and confidential 24/7. Mainly for young people aged 5 to age 25.
Call them on.. 1800 55 1800
Lifeline
Provides all Australians everywhere experiencing a personal crisis allowing 24-hour support. Call them on.. 13 11 14
Beyond Blue
https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
Provides information and support which helps tackle head-on the effects of mental health issues no matter where or what age.
Call them on.. 1300 22 4636
Parentline
https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/serviceprofiles/parentline-service
Fantastic service for parents and carers of young children from a few days of age all the way up to 18-year-olds. This service offers counselling and support which is confidential and anonymous on all issues around parenting. Call them on...13 22 89.