Acting Pastoral Care & Wellbeing Coordinator
Gratitude goes out to all the fathers, grandfathers, and significant others who graced us with their presence at the Father's Day Breakfast celebrations on Monday morning at the College. Despite the early start, a delectable hot breakfast was served, accompanied by a heart-warming liturgy that enriched the morning's experience. Our sincere thanks extend to the dedicated staff and students who gave their support to this event, serving our beloved Mount Carmel fathers with genuine smiles and warmth.
Child Protection Week
Supporting Teams with Friendship by CatholicCare
On Thursday evening, CatholicCare Senior Practitioner Rita and our College Counsellor Emma, dedicated their time to delivering a valuable presentation to parents from our college as well as neighbouring schools. Their aim was to equip parents with both knowledge and practical skills that would enhance the protective factors surrounding their children. The topics covered a wide range, including fostering resilience in children, offering support in the development of friendships, and addressing conflicts within these relationships, both in-person and in the digital realm of online and social media connections.
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to all the parents who participated in this event. Additionally, I extend a special note of appreciation to Rita and Emma for their exceptional leadership and facilitation throughout the evening. This gathering provided a wonderful opportunity for our community to further our shared commitment to nurturing the wellbeing of our young people, fostering happiness, and ensuring their continued health.
Thank you for your ongoing support.
Mrs Theresa Moore
Upcoming Parent Webinars
Supporting Teems to Eat Well in a Food Confused World
Tuesday 12 September (AEDT) plus question time: 7-8pm
Join Butterfly and two Practicing Accredited Dietitians and learn how to help your teen have a positive and balanced relationship with food. Topics covered include:
- Why it's hard to charter a healthy course
- What's helpful diet information and what's problematic
- Supporting eating through puberty
- Troubleshooting common eating dilemmas - 'junk food', 'high protein diets', veganism, not eating at school.
Body Confident Children & Teens
Tuesday 17 October (AEDT) plus question time: 7-8pm
Information and practical tips for parents of primary and secondary-age children on how to promote positive body image in the home. Topics covered include:
- Body image influences
- The role of body image in problematic eating and exercise behaviours
- How to positively role model
- Responding to appearance talk and appearance-teasing
- What to do if concerned.
Please note there is a cost of $15 associated with this webinar.
Getting the Most out of Gaming
12 September & 9 October
Our research shows that 56% of children aged 8 to 17 have played an online game with others. As parents and carers, how can we ensure they have fun and stay safe? Join our free 45-minute webinar, Getting the most out of gaming. Tailored for parents or carers of children aged 7 to 14, the webinar will cover:
- Benefits of gaming and boosting in-game experiences
- Essential safety and privacy settings
- Promoting balanced gaming
- Addressing online risks and dealing with in-game bullying.
Let's empower young people for safe online gaming experiences!
Elevate Education
How you can Support your Child during Exams
13 September: 6.30pm (AEST)
Here is what Elevate will be covering:
- What to do in the final days before any test or assessment
- How to establish a good routine for the night before
- How to optimise exam-room performance
Growing good Men:
Father & Teenage Son Weekend Experience
20-22 October 2023 Cataract Scout Camp Appin
One of the most important influences in the lives of men is the relationship they had with their father or significant father figure. The encouragement and affirmation that this relationship could, and should, provide is a key ingredient for how young men view themselves and embrace their gifts as they take their place in the world.
Don’t miss this life-changing father and son weekend! Spots are limited to just 25 fathers with their sons aged between 12 and 16 years. This is a unique opportunity for dads and their sons to embark on a quest of discovery with Robert Falzon and the team from menALIVE.
