Wellbeing

Teens are the gatekeepers to mental health services: What can schools do to assist?

Teens often act as gatekeepers to mental health services for their peers. A new program is empowering students to support…

2 months ago

What happens when things go pear-shaped mid-term?

Effective strategies to support students who suddenly begin to struggle after a strong start to the school year.

2 months ago

What we should be telling our ATAR students right now

Practical tips to help final year students frame their final year of schooling and how parents can help with learning.

3 months ago

New Year New You – Ways to Shake Up Your Classroom in 2024

Embrace the new year: the hottest ideas and tips for shaking things up in the classroom in 2024.

3 months ago

What is Toxic Positivity and How to Avoid It

Toxic positivity not only attempts to silence negative emotions, but it negates them altogether. This can lead to feeling guilt…

5 months ago

The joys of reading to a dog

Hugo doesn’t judge, he doesn’t correct them. The children just sit and read and they associate that lovely feeling of…

6 months ago

How to finish the school year on a strong note

Teachers who model SEL behaviours will reap the benefit of warm and respectful classrooms that maintain control right until the…

6 months ago

Where are the rest of the queer voices?

When we see ourselves on the page, it shows us we are not alone, that there are other people just…

6 months ago

Self harm in teens: Reframing the conversation

Reframing self-harm as a coping strategy may shift the conversation, and help young people access support and talk about their…

7 months ago

Canine Counsellor Improving Wellbeing at Westbourne Grammar

“Maple makes people, especially new people, feel safe, calm and comfortable around our school.” Miles, Year 3

9 months ago

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