Wellbeing

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Wearing Masks

We are excited about the return to school but the Victorian Chief Health Officer has made the following directions and recommendations about masks :

• Directs students in Year 3 to Year 6 to wear face masks when indoors on school premises, unless an exception applies.

• Recommends that all other children wear face masks when at school, attending an OSHC program, or when travelling to and from school on public transport, taxis or rideshare vehicles.

We have attached a simple story that may support you when talking to your child about wearing masks at school.

Returning to school: Tips for parents

We are so excited to be welcoming students back to school for a staggered start.

To prepare and support students’ return to onsite learning and the school/classroom environment, please consider the following tips: 

1. Talk to your children about how they feel

It is important to encourage children to discuss their feelings about returning to school.  If they feel anxious or worried, help them understand this is perfectly normal, and that you and their teachers are there to support them.  Although difficult, try not to share any anxiety you may be feeling with your children. Adopt a problem-solving approach: helping children to focus on what they can control, rather than worrying about things that are outside our control is a helpful strategy.

2. Pack right, pack light  

 Students will need to return to having a packed daily lunch and a water bottle. Students also need a hat for playtime.

3. Familiarise yourself with school procedures  

You’ll need to know where and when to drop children off and pick them up as well as what parts of the school you can access.  This information will be shared with parents shortly but it will be similar to our return from remote learning last time.

4. End of day emotions  

For younger children in particular, a school day can require a lot of self-regulation or compressed behaviour, which can lead to tired and emotional outbursts later on in the day.  It is a good idea to keep this in mind, and allow some time for ‘letting off steam’ by encouraging children to unwind and play outdoors. 

5. Sleep and rest  

Make sure children are getting a good night’s sleep for their return to school.  It might mean introducing some earlier bedtimes than they have had recently and limiting screen time.  A good night’s rest will help them cope with the return to school.

5. Be optimistic

Remember that most children adjust well when faced with new challenges. Parents can prompt children and teens to remember what they enjoy most about school to help them look forward to returning.

6. Wait until Monday 8th November:

Students should return any borrowed devices and hand in any work books that were used throughout remote learning.

If you have any questions or concerns please call the school.

The Wellbeing Team