Student Wellbeing
Transitioning to High School
I wanted to share a flyer for a free upcoming session on transition that is being hosting for parents, carers and young people on Tuesday 6th December, 7 - 8.30pm online.
Kate Wilde from the human development Workshop will be facilitating the session, so it’s sure to be a great one.
The webinar will cover how to get ready for secondary school:
- The 'easy' stuff - routines, public transport, homework and more.
- The 'tricky' stuff - friends, bullying, anxiety and more.
A Parent/Carer only session will be available for the last 30 minutes on managing technology, anxiety and supporting your child’s resilience.
Movember
During November, the St James lads will be raising funds and awareness this Movember for all the dads, brothers, sons and mates in our lives but we need your help.
Dave Mutimer, James Sweatman, Josh Crowe, Tim Flintoff and Daniel Egan have started the month clean shaven and will slowly grow out their magnificent mos over the course of the month.
If you'd like to donate to this worthy cause, visit our team page at: https://movember.com/t/st-james-manly-mo-men?mc=1
As of 17/11/22, we are already at $765! Thanks to all donors for your generous contributions.
Victorian Child Safety Standards
The new 11 Victorian Child Safe Standards came into effect on Friday 1 July 2022.
In July 2021, the Victorian Government announced new Child Safe Standards (CSS) to further strengthen child safe environments and protect children from abuse.
From 1 July 2022, 11 new child safety standards have replaced the seven previous Child Safe Standards (and principles) which had been in place since 2016. For more information on these Standards, please visit: https://ccyp.vic.gov.au/child-safe-standards/the-11-child-safe-standards/
Here is the Catholic Education Council of Victoria's revised statement of commitment to Child Safety which we abide by:
Support Services Available:
Parent Zone (Eastern Region)
ParentZone Pods - Parenting Podcasts
In late 2021, ParentZone launched a series of parenting podcasts called ParentZone Pods on sibling rivalry, dealing with anxiety, family meetings, getting your children to listen, how to stop yelling at your kids, and how to respond to kids’ behaviour. Due to the success of these podcasts, Anglicare has decided to create another series in 2022. So, watch this space for more helpful topics to aid in your parenting! Check out all ParentZone Pods here.
Parent Resources
Click here for access to the Smiling Mind Website
Smiling Mind’s vision is to help every mind thrive. Their mission is to provide accessible life-long tools to support healthy minds.
Click here for access to the Student Wellbeing Hub Website
It includes sections for parents, teachers and students with practical strategies and resources to support your child's wellbeing.
Click here for Raising Children Network
Reliable, and up-to-date information to help your family grow and thrive together.
Click here for access to Parenting Ideas Blog
It includes articles, testimonials and practical tips on a wide variety of topics.
Click here for Iparent - Office of eSafety Commissioner
To learn about the digital environment and how to help your child have safe and enjoyable online experiences.
Click here for access to CatholicCare
It is a social service agency of the Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne, they offer a range of programs and services that aim to build and strengthen relationships.
Click here for access to Beyond Blue
This website is regularly updated with information, advice and strategies to help you manage your wellbeing and mental health during this time. And you can stay up-to-date by joining our email community.
Positive Parenting Telephone Service 1800 880 660
Participants complete a workbook or online modules which are supported by weekly 30 minute phone calls with a trained parenting educator. All of this can be done from the comfort of your own home at a time that suits you.
Parentline 13 22 89
Parentline is available 8am to midnight, 7 days a week. It is a confidential and anonymous phone counselling service for parents and carers of children and teenagers in Victoria.
Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800
The Kids Helpline is Australia's only free, private, and confidential 24/7 phone and online counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25. Counselling is currently offered by phone, Webchat and email.