Women’s Health Week
Across the college, we celebrated Women’s Health Week through a range of different activities. The Junior Campus enjoyed making keychains, stress balls, stress-relief cards and a lolly guessing challenge (this may not have been the healthiest activity although we know that balance is the secret to life!). It was great to see the students so involved and so keen to participate in activities related to health.
On the Senior Campus students made DIY body scrubs, stress balls and had a go at tote bag decorating.
RUOK? Day
Last week, as a college we celebrated RUOK? Day – a special day focused on checking in with one another and promoting mental health awareness. It was a fantastic opportunity to remind students, staff, and our whole community of the importance of asking, “Are you okay?” and staying connected.
One of the highlights was the RUOK? Day Amazing Race, where students teamed up to tackle challenges that tested their problem-solving, collaboration, and creativity. The energy was infectious, and it was wonderful to see everyone working together in the spirit of friendship and support. The day was a powerful reminder of how we can make a difference simply by reaching out and listening. We encourage you to continue the RUOK? conversation at home. Asking someone how they’re doing can be the first step in providing much-needed support, and these small acts of kindness can have a huge impact.
Headspace Day
One of our key support services that we use – Headspace Syndal is celebrating Headspace day on Wednesday 9 October. In celebration they are hosting a parent workshop:
Parent/carer workshop: supporting you to support your young person
The workshop will provide parents and carers with effective strategies and skills to better support their young person. Our goal is to enhance mental health and well-being for both parents and young people, fostering a supportive family environment.
Who: parents and carers of young people who are engaged with headspace or going through a tough time
When: 9:30am-10:30am Wednesday 9 October 2024
Where: headspace Syndal, 265 Blackburn Rd, Mount Waverley
Parents/carers can sign up here.
Mr Paul Graham
Student Support and Resources Manager