Wellbeing

Dear Wellbeing Community,    

 

The Wellbeing Team at Lalor Secondary College recognises the importance of health and wellbeing during these times of uncertainty and period of ongoing transition. We acknowledge how this period may generate additional anxiety for students. We also understand how the shift back to onsite learning will have its challenges, but it’s often times like this, we need to focus on things we can control, be patient with one another and exercise gratitude and develop clear routines.

 

Please feel free to reach out to the Wellbeing Team or Student Management Teams if you have any wellbeing (or careers) related questions, concerns or require any additional assistance.

 

In the event you would like to correspond with someone independent, we have identified a list of reputable youth friendly resources below:

 

Kids Helpline – https://kidshelpline.com.au/

Headspace – https://headspace.org.au/

Beyond Blue – https://www.beyondblue.org.au/

Smiling Mind – https://www.smilingmind.com.au/

Reachout.Com - https://au.reachout.com/

 

In the event you’re struggling with the current situation remember, there is no shame in reaching out, asking for help and speaking to a trusted adult (family member, teacher; &/or GP); alternatively contacting the Wellbeing Team.

 

STUDENT WELLBEING – KEY CONTACTS

 

Type of InquiryPersonEmail & Phone

Daily Pastoral Concerns, Student Health & Wellbeing Support

 

Wellbeing Leader

Laz Zaekis

laz.zaekis@education.vic.gov.au

pH: 9463 7300

Daily Pastoral Concerns, Student Health & Wellbeing Support

 

School Counsellor

Daniela Riitano   

daniela.riitano@education.vic.gov.au

pH: 9463 7300  

Daily Pastoral Concerns, Student Health & Wellbeing Support

 

School Psychologist (MHP)

Anushka Phal

anushka.phal@education.vic.gov.au

pH: 9463 7300

Careers, Transition & Pathway Information & Support

 

Careers Guidance Counsellor

Krystal Bussell

krystal.bussell@education.vic.gov.au

pH:  9463 7300

Student Health, Wellbeing Enquiries & Support &

Student Leadership   

Assistant Principal

Tim Cottrell

timothy.Cottrell@education.vic.gov.au

pH:  9463 7300

 

In Health, Happiness & Solidarity,

 

Wellbeing Team