Mental Health in Primary Schools (MHiPS)
R U OK? Day - Thursday 12 September
Today is a national day of action, when we are all reminded that every day is the day to ask, are you OK? Every student had the opportunity to create their own RUOK? Day badge today. We appreciate Jacqui M. from Admin, taking the effort over the next few days to put the badges together. You are encouraged to Ask R U OK? any day of the year because a conversation could change a life.
R U OK? Day encourages people to stay connected and to let the people in your world know you are really there through meaningful conversations. A simple conversation could change a life. By having regular, meaningful conversations, you build trust and normalise talking about what’s really going on, so when the people in your world find themselves struggling, they know you’re someone they can talk to.
R U OK? COMMUNITY RESOURCES - visit the website
- VIEW RESOURCES https://www.ruok.org.au/community#ResourcesList
SPECIAL REPORT: R U OK?Day
Understanding the growing challenges related to mental health among young people is an important consideration. Anxiety, depression and self-harm - are all causes for concern. Factors like academic pressure, social media, family dynamics, and societal expectations, are contributing to these issues. It's therefore crucial for parents and caregivers to take action early, remove the stigma around discussing mental health, and offer accessible support to address these issues and the wellbeing of their children.
R U OK?Day is an initiative that focuses on preventing suicide by encouraging meaningful personal connections and helping informal support networks to help recognise the signs of distress. We urge all families to take part, emphasising the value of genuine human relationships and reminding everyone to ask the important question, "Are you OK?"
Engaging in R U OK?Day activities goes beyond the classroom; it's a commitment to our students' overall development. By talking openly about mental health, schools create safe spaces where students feel understood, valued, and supported. As parents and caregivers, you can contribute by fostering open conversations, normalising feelings and breaking down mental health stigmas. Participating in R U OK?Day promotes compassion and shows our dedication to the wellbeing of the entire school community, reaffirming that together, we can truly make a difference.
This Special Report provides guidance on how to talk to your child about mental health and engage in meaningful discussions.
Here is the link to your Special Report https://marymacnarre.catholic.schooltv.me/wellbeing_news/special-report-r-u-ok-day
We are a Happy Families School!
Our school is subscribed to the Happy Families School Membership! Owned and run by Dr Justin Coulson, one of Australia’s leading parenting experts, the membership offers a wealth of parenting education and resources. We will regularly share resources available through our membership with you, including Insight Articles and Webinars. You can also access your resources at any time using the below URL (unique to our school) and password.
Unique URL - https://schools.happyfamilies.com.au/login/mmnwn Password - happymmnwn
We recommend bookmarking this link. You should only need to put the password in once and the site will remember you. The latest weekly Insight Article: The Case for Risky Play in an Age of Overprotection (see attachment below)
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