Wellbeing and Positive Education.

Our wellbeing team has continued to work incredibly hard so far this term to support students and staff to provide the best opportunity for people to be the best versions of themselves. The wellbeing team provides a pivotal counselling service for one on one sessions with students as well as assisting to develop and implement whole school, cohort specific and targeted student group programs aimed at improving the mental health and wellbeing of our students. Some great example of these programs are:

• Diversity Club
• IDAHOBIT Day celebrations
• Mind Ninjas Club
• Reach Foundation workshops
• The Resilience Project School Partnership Program
• CESC Community Pantry
• Vic Legal Aid cohort presentations

The Resilience Project

Throughout 2023, we will be working closely with The Resilience Project to support the wellbeing of our school community. 

The Resilience Project delivers emotionally engaging programs and provides evidence-based, practical strategies to build resilience.

Our Partnership Program consists of online presentations and weekly lessons for students, professional development for staff, and Parent & Carer Hub (inc. digital presentations) for our parent and carer community. 

Over the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing the Parent & Carer Hub with you. The videos are 5-10 minutes long and will walk through the key pillars of resilience

• Gratitude
• Empathy & 
• Mindfulness 

You’ll hear stories and be introduced to activities to show how these strategies can support our kids' learning and development, and also support you as parents and carers.

This program is an important part of our school’s effort to look after the mental health of our community.

View the first presentation of the series here: Part 1: Meet Hugh and learn about The Resilience Project - https://theresilienceproject.com.au/2023-parent-carer-hub-inspire-hugh/

In this presentation, Hugh shares a personal experience about his sister's battles with Mental Illness.

Note: This video contains a story about an Eating Disorder that may be triggering. Please consider this before watching. For mental health resources and support information, visit The Resilience Project’s Support Page. 

The Reach Foundation

Early in term 2 our year 9 students have completed their Reach Foundation workshops called 'Peer Dynamics'. These workshops aim to encourage students to open up to their peers and develop stronger connections by sharing their thoughts, feelings and opinions. A focus on strengthening connections between peers is vital for improving and maintaining the mental wellbeing of our students.