Wellbeing
Positive Behaviours for Learning
On Monday this week we celebrated our very special launch of PBL, Positive Behaviours for learning. The children looked fantastic dressed in their bright, colourful clothing. The children learnt that we have expectations of one another in the different areas of the school as we learn and play. The children learnt all about what PBL is and our 3 key school wide expectations of:
RESPECT
RESPONSIBILITY and
KINDNESS
The P & F organised a delicious cheese toasty lunch for those children who ordered them. We finished the day with a special assembly with the whole school to share the message of the day and what we had learnt. The children and staff also had the opportunity to vote on a PBL mascot for the school.
We decided to select birds that are native to Banjo Paterson Park and the Lynbrook area. After counting the votes, the children have selected the “Rainbow Lorikeet” as our PBL mascot.
A big thank you to the students and staff for their enthusiastic participation on the day. We look forward to learning more about PBL and our weekly social skills lesson. Stay tuned for more information about PBL.
SFS Twilight Market and Art show
We are eagerly anticipating our annual SFS Twilight Community market and Art Show
which will be held on Thursday 3rd November from 5pm until 8pm. There are a variety of stalls booked in including clothing, homeware, jewellery and some delicious food trucks. Start the countdown, 14 weeks to go!
New Child Safe Standards
At SFS, Child safety is at the forefront of our mind and we have standards in pace to ensure that ensure we are a Child safe school.
There are new child safe standards that will came into effect on July 1st 2022. The aims of these 11 standards are to:
- promote the safety of all children
- prevent child abuse
- ensure effective processes are in place to respond to and report all allegations of child abuse.
Child Safe Standard 6 –
People working with children and young people are suitable and supported to reflect child safety and wellbeing values in practice In complying with Child Safe Standard 6, an organisation must, at a minimum, ensure:
6.1 Recruitment, including advertising, referee checks and staff and volunteer pre-employment screening, emphasise child safety and wellbeing.
6.2 Relevant staff and volunteers have current working with children checks or equivalent background checks.
6.3 All staff and volunteers receive an appropriate induction and are aware of their responsibilities to children and young people, including record keeping, information sharing and reporting obligations.
6.4 Ongoing supervision and people management is focused on child safety and wellbeing.
Australian Childhood Foundation
The following extract is taken from the Connected Parenting: A Bringing up great kids resource, produced by the Childhood Foundation. It is a resource that you might find helpful.
“Parenting under pressure
Many parents feel like they struggle to keep pace with the rapidly changing world in which they are trying to raise children. Many are worried about how safe the world today is for their children. Many parents feel that childhood is shrinking and that children are growing up too fast in today’s society. Many feel they are struggling on a number of fronts to meet the competing demands of work and parenting. Many feel under pressure to not fail their children. They struggle to find the time to spend with their children, even though they recognise the importance of doing so. Many feel isolated and alone, cut off from the important support of families and friends.
The challenges and pressures facing parents today are significant and the cause of much concern and, at times, overwhelming stress. You are not alone. Many parents feel exactly the same way as you do Stress is a normal part of parenting. Small amounts of stress are healthy and can help us to focus and get things done. Too much stress can be overwhelming and result in feelings of helplessness, fear and frustration. No parent is perfect. We do not always respond to our children in the best possible way. The important thing is to recognise when we are feeling overwhelmed and do something about it.
Looking after yourself helps you look after your child
Look after yourself. Don’t always put everyone else first. Do things that help you to relax. Listen to music, read a book, go for a walk. Even if it is only for ten minutes. Reflect on where your stress and feelings of being overwhelmed are coming from and identify small, achievable steps to address the causes. Try to be organised. Establish routines for yourself and your child and stick to them. Reflect on what really is really important to you and your family and try to prioritise these things. Give yourself permission to not be perfect. Avoid taking your frustrations and stress out on your child. We have all had times when we have done or said things to our children that go against our better judgement. It’s ok to apologise to children and admit you were wrong. Try to make some special time for yourself and your family.
Talk to your partner, family or friends about your concerns and worries. Sharing the experiences can help you feel less alone.”
If you have any questions or concerns about the wellbeing of your child please do not hesitate to contact me rlenko@sfslynbrook.catholic.edu.au
Rachel Lenko
Student Wellbeing Leader
