Good Day Everyone

Hope you are all seizing the moments, as time is racing ahead.

Once a week students can book in to have lunch with the chaplain for some social connections by exploring the fidgets, toys and games in the chaplain’s room. It has been wonderful to get to know some new faces this term.

I have noticed not many students know what a chaplain is:

What is a school chaplain and what do they do?

YouthCARE chaplains care for the social, emotional, mental, and spiritual wellbeing of students, families, and staff in state school communities throughout Western Australia. Chaplains are there to listen compassionately, refer to extra help where necessary and run programs which not only address issues but create positive cultures within schools.

A chaplain builds relationships with students, parents and staff to be a trusted listening ear in times of need. Confidentiality is important in all pastoral care situations, unless a situation may hurt them or someone else, in which case, will be reported to the principal as required by the Department of Education and by law

A chaplain empowers people and assist them to build resilience to work through challenges, whether it is a change in their family, a loss, trouble with emotional regulation or some mental health challenges.

A chaplain is there to help when things aren’t going well, to be a supportive safe person to encourage and to offer hope.

In every newsletter I try to promote *links to some great services or resources that can be helpful to parents and students.

*Chaplain links: https://www.heysigmund.com/building-courage-in-kids/ http://www.kidshelp.com.au/