MindMatters for Students & Families
- Parent Seminar: Screens, Teens & Youth
- Youth Suicide Session: A Parent Toolbox for Wellbeing
- Boxercise at the College for Years 5-12 every Thursday and Friday morning at 7.30am
Parent Seminar: Screens, Teens & Youth
7 - 9pm on Wednesday 13th June 2018 in Lane Cove - Tickets $10
This seminar will have a strong focus on how to parent in the digital world. Cyber bullying is a very real concern for parents today and the seminar will discuss this and strategies to maintain open lines of communication with your child.
The presenter is Dr Kristy Goodwin, a digital wellness researcher, parenting educator and author, who helps parents and professionals raise thriving teens and young adults in a digital world. Please click on the flyer below for details.
YOUTH SUICIDE SESSION
A Parent Toolbox for Wellbeing
When: 13th June 2018, 7pm; Where: St Philip Neri Learning Centre; Cost: $12.50 per adult.
https://www.trybooking.com/379274
Youth Suicide is the number one cause of death for Australians aged between 15-24 years. Suicide rates are the highest they have been in over 10 years. The statistics are stark and it shows that despite all of the wonderful advancements in the World, our young people are struggling. We obviously need to be doing more. Presented by Jacqui Jones in this 1.5 hour session you will learn:
- How to talk to your child about developing their mental strength;
- Tools & strategies that you can use immediately within the family home;
- The 4 key ways to help your family flourish!
This session has been developed in conjunction with the Greatfulness program, founded by Jacqui Jones. Greatfulness is a recommended Kidsmatter program and also endorsed by the NSW Education Standards Authority. Jacqui was recently featured on Channel 7's 'The Daily Edition' talking about the importance of mental health & her work delivering this program.
Please note the ticket price has been subsidised by Willoughby Council Community Grant. This event is open to ALL parents and friends in our Willoughby Council Community, so please ensure you purchase your tickets to avoid missing out as there are limited seats available.
Boxercise
A reminder that Boxercise is held every Thursday and Friday morning at 7.30am in the Junior School playground. This MindMatters initiative provides friendship, fun and fitness to strengthen students’ resilience and general sense of wellbeing. Classes are free to all students.