Student Wellbeing
Year 9 Party Safe Day Incursion
On Thursday 6th December, the Year 9s participated in the Party Safe Day Incursion. Topics such as standard drinks and blood alcohol content, legal and social consequences of substance use, how to plan a safe night out, services on offer to assist with substance use issues and social media awareness were covered through a range of activities. Students also had the opportunity to learn about strategies to keep them safe when partying and revise key concepts they had learnt in their health classes this year. The popcorn, fairy floss and snow cone machines and BBQ lunch was enjoyed by all.
Announcements:
- Specular Summer Holiday Activities - Greater Dandenong Youth and Family Services
Bookings are now open for 16 activities and events for young people aged 12-25 years with the Greater Dandenong Youth and Family Services. Activities include the Aqua Fun Park, a tie dye workshop, Melbourne Aquarium visit, paintballing, beach day, flower crown making, stop motion animation, X-park Bounce, marble art, 2K19 soccer tournament and much more. To register call 9793 2155.
The GDYS are visiting Carwatha P-12 (J-Block) on Friday 14/12/18 to promote the activities. See Ms Hallett for more information.
- Student Wellbeing Appointments
Parents, please make an appointment with Ms Hallett to discuss State Schools Relief, the Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund and accessing financial services if this is needed for your family. Information about the sustainable school shop is available on compass to help with the purchasing of second hand books and uniform.
E-safety resources for parents:
The Australian Government, Office of the E-Safety Commissioner has excellent resources available to parents of pre-school, primary and secondary students including iParent. iParent helps parents learn about the digital environment and how to help your kids be safe online: https://www.esafety.gov.au/education-resources/iparent
Q & A: My child is experiencing cyber-bullying. How can I help them be safe online?
21% of 10 to 14 year olds reported being socially excluded by others online (one form of cyberbullying).
- Young people might not tell their parents about cyberbullying. They may be embarrassed or worried you might overreact, restrict access to devices or make things worse if they speak out. Try to respond calmly. Listen first, then act.
- Be aware—key signs can include being upset after using devices, changes in personality, a decline in school work and appearing lonely and distressed.
- Report serious cyberbullying material to the social media service where it happened. You can also submit a report to the e-safety Commissioner if the reported material has not been taken down within 48 hours.
- Communicate with the school leadership so that you child can be supported and referred to appropriate supports as needed.
Ms Hallett - Wellbeing Coordinator