From the Leader of Wellbeing

From the Leader of Wellbeing

House Farewell Year 12

Under the leadership of the House Coordinator, throughout the term Tutors have been working with their Tutor groups preparing to farewell their ‘sisters’ in  Year 12 who have journeyed with them every step of the way since their arrival at the College. The baton has been passed and the legacy of MSCW is now in the hands of those that continue to develop their compass for life as Year 12 moves beyond Woolwich Road seeking opportunities to use their gifts to positively contribute to and develop the world around us. Grace be with you all the Class of 2022.

 

How Can Parents Help?

Ask open-ended questions when you are checking in. Tell her what you have noticed over the past couple of days. You could state something like this  “I’ve noticed you haven’t been enjoying time being outside and active lately.” or “I’ve noticed that you haven’t asked to use the car for a couple of days to go and catch up with friends – what’s going on, is everything alright?” Sometimes identifying what you’ve noticed helps them to open up about it.

You can find more guidance on how to communicate effectively with your teenager from ReachOut Parents by opening this link.

 

 
HSC hub

A useful website with a range of resources both wellbeing and academic.

 

 

Mental health webinar: Let’s Chat – Mental Heath and the HSC

Catch up on UAC Digital’s Mental Health and the HSC webinar to hear Jane De Matteis, Clinical Lead at Headspace, provide students and their parents with strategies to help manage mental health leading up to and during exams.

Year 12 Wellbeing Support

 


Mental Health Services and Resources

  • Kids Helpline:  1800 55 1800
    Age Group: 5 to 25 years
    About: A private and confidential 24/7 phone and online counselling service for young people their families and friends.
    Link: kidshelpline WebChat Counselling
    Chat Online:     24/7
  • Parent Line NSW:  1800 1300 52

  • Lifeline:  13 11 14

  • Beyond Blue:  1300 22 4636
    Age Group: All ages
    About: 24/7 information and support to help everyone in Australia achieve their best possible mental health, wherever they live.
    Link: Welcome to Youth BeyondBlue
    Chat Online:     3PM – Midnight

  • Head to Health is a government website that brings together digital mental health services, programs and resources from Australian mental health organisations.

  • Reachout.com has tips on how to effectively communicate with your teenager.

  • headspace 
    Phone: N/A   Age Group: 12 to 25 years
    About: A 24/7 online and telephone support and counselling service for young people, their families and friends.
    Link: Welcome to eheadspace
    Chat Online    : Group chat 24/7, 1-on-1 chat 9AM – 1AM 7 days.
    helps young Australians with mental health, physical health, and managing work and study.
    Contact a psychologist or GP.

  • 1800RESPECT   1800 737 732
    Age Group: All ages
    Interpreter: 13 14 50
    About: A confidential information, counselling and support service for people impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence and abuse.
    Link: 1800RESPECT Online Chat
    Chat Online: 24/7

  • Suicide Call Back Service   1300 659 467
    Age Group: All ages
    About: A 24/7 nationwide online counselling for people who are affected by suicide, experiencing thoughts of self-harm or suicide.
    Link: Suicide Call Back Service Online Counselling
    Chat Online & Video: 24/7

  • Mental Health Line    1800 011 511   
    Age Group: All ages
    About: A mental health professional will answer your call about mental health concerns for you or someone you are concerned about including children, teens, adults and older people.
    Link: NSW Health Mental Health Line
    Phone: 24/7

 

 

For more information, please email our confidential In The Wings team at:

A member of the team will be in touch.
This link will provide you with additional information: https://butterfly.org.au/get-support/inthewings/

 

 

Students in their final year of school are considered a high-risk group for depression and anxiety. Sleep deprivation, diet and social media are some of the biggest issues faced by this group of teens. Therefore it is vitally important that a student’s mental health is looked after as well as their physical health.

Keeping things in perspective for students and parents alike can help prevent everyone from getting overwhelmed. Although this final year is important, it will not be the most important year of your child’s life.

There are many strategies that students can implement to help themselves. Parents can provide support, not only emotionally, but also practically by keeping their children well-nourished and encouraging physical activity.

In this special report, parents will find useful tips to support their child during this often stressful time.

We hope you take the time to reflect on the information offered in this edition of SchoolTV and we always welcome your feedback.

If you do have any concerns about the wellbeing of your daughter, please contact her Tutor, House Coordinator or seek medical or professional help.

Here is the link to your special report:

Year 12 Exam Stress| Marist Sisters’ College – Woolwich

Ms Angela Bowland, Leader of Wellbeing

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