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Student Wellbeing Report

36 31 March 2025

As the term comes to an end, we take some time to stop and reflect on all the wonderful opportunities that our students, and community have been fortunate to engage in.

Recently, we celebrated Cultural Diversity Week & Harmony Day. This year’s theme for Harmony Day “Everyone Belongs” very much reflects the diversity of our community. We celebrated this diversity through a range of activities including lunch time performances, a video made by College leaders reflecting on what Harmony means to them, cultural foods featured in the canteen, an art project and concluding with staff and students proudly wearing their cultural dress.

Christ the King Campus Captains had the honour tof representing our College at the Western Bulldogs’ International Women’s Day at the Whitten Oval. Staff and students wore purple ribbons for International Women’s Day held on the 7th of March, to honour and to celebrate the contributions women leaders make to our communities, locally and globally.

On Monday the 24th March, the Western Bulldogs Community Social & Study Club commenced at the Christ the King Campus. This program is an African homework club that offers the space for our students to interact positively with peers and community mentors while enhancing meaningful social connections, increased wellbeing support and resilience.

Over the upcoming School Holidays, we have The Melbourne Victory Football Club and the Huddle Easter School Holiday Programs running. These programs offer the opportunity for students to connect with peers from local schools, as well as organisations and community mentors.

We start Term 2 by celebrating Mother’s Day with our annual Mass and breakfast. Please look out on compass for the invite and how to sign up to attend.

Wellness over the Holidays

While for many, Easter is a time of celebration, reconnection with family, and rest. Unfortunately, holiday cheer is not everyone’s experience. The Easter season is an important time to consider those who are less fortunate, or who may be finding this time of year difficult. Family separation and conflict, grief or loss of a loved one, isolation and financial pressures, are just a few factors that leave some families and individuals dreading this time of year.

You and your family may consider seeking opportunities to reach out to others, who may otherwise be alone this holiday. As a community, it is important to keep an eye out for those who are vulnerable, and to teach our children to share this same care for others. Should you find that you or someone you know requires support for mental health related concerns over the break, consider any of the resources below. Recommending a visit to a General Practitioner, is also an option all year round. There are also many free and affordable activities, events and excursions, offered by your local council youth services, that your kids can access too. Maintaining social connectedness is a useful ingredient for supporting our overall health.

Support Services for Adults:

Support Services for Young People:

Wishing you a blessed Easter, quality time with loved ones, and a safe break.

God Bless

Stephanie Banks
Deputy Principal, Student Wellbeing

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36 31 March 2025

As the term comes to an end, we take some time to stop and reflect on all the wonderful opportunities that our students, and community have been fortunate to engage in.

Recently, we celebrated Cultural Diversity Week & Harmony Day. This year’s theme for Harmony Day “Everyone Belongs” very much reflects the diversity of our community. We celebrated this diversity through a range of activities including lunch time performances, a video made by College leaders reflecting on what Harmony means to them, cultural foods featured in the canteen, an art project and concluding with staff and students proudly wearing their cultural dress.

Christ the King Campus Captains had the honour tof representing our College at the Western Bulldogs’ International Women’s Day at the Whitten Oval. Staff and students wore purple ribbons for International Women’s Day held on the 7th of March, to honour and to celebrate the contributions women leaders make to our communities, locally and globally.

On Monday the 24th March, the Western Bulldogs Community Social & Study Club commenced at the Christ the King Campus. This program is an African homework club that offers the space for our students to interact positively with peers and community mentors while enhancing meaningful social connections, increased wellbeing support and resilience.

Over the upcoming School Holidays, we have The Melbourne Victory Football Club and the Huddle Easter School Holiday Programs running. These programs offer the opportunity for students to connect with peers from local schools, as well as organisations and community mentors.

We start Term 2 by celebrating Mother’s Day with our annual Mass and breakfast. Please look out on compass for the invite and how to sign up to attend.

Wellness over the Holidays

While for many, Easter is a time of celebration, reconnection with family, and rest. Unfortunately, holiday cheer is not everyone’s experience. The Easter season is an important time to consider those who are less fortunate, or who may be finding this time of year difficult. Family separation and conflict, grief or loss of a loved one, isolation and financial pressures, are just a few factors that leave some families and individuals dreading this time of year.

You and your family may consider seeking opportunities to reach out to others, who may otherwise be alone this holiday. As a community, it is important to keep an eye out for those who are vulnerable, and to teach our children to share this same care for others. Should you find that you or someone you know requires support for mental health related concerns over the break, consider any of the resources below. Recommending a visit to a General Practitioner, is also an option all year round. There are also many free and affordable activities, events and excursions, offered by your local council youth services, that your kids can access too. Maintaining social connectedness is a useful ingredient for supporting our overall health.

Support Services for Adults:

Support Services for Young People:

Wishing you a blessed Easter, quality time with loved ones, and a safe break.

God Bless

Stephanie Banks
Deputy Principal, Student Wellbeing