Bullying No Way Week 11th-15 August 2025
Dental Health Week 4th-10th August 2025
Supporting your Teen with Healthy Technology
CoGG Parenting Manifesto
Uncloud See Vaping for what it is
2025 Term 3, Parenting Calendar
Feed Geelong Where You can Eat
Faith Field
Secondary School Nurse
Krizza Salugsugan
Student Wellbeing Coordinator
Kate Kingsbury
Student Wellbeing
Bullying No Way Week 11th-15th August 2025
The Bullying No Way: National week of action will run from 11 to 15 August 2025.
The objective of Bullying No Way Week is to encourage whole-school communities to work together to implement evidence-informed, positive and proactive solutions to prevent and address bullying and violence.
This year’s theme is 'Be Bold. Be Kind. Speak Up.'
This theme supports schools to spread the word that everyone has a role in preventing bullying. Students and school staff are encouraged to speak up and foster safe spaces where everyone feels supported, respected and all voices are heard and valued. In school communities, speaking up against bullying is a powerful action against bullying.
Each year, thousands of schools from all across Australia join in to promote inclusion, respect and belonging. Together we want to make a stand against bullying.
Whether you’re a parent, teacher, student or member of the broader community, we invite you to join us. Everyone has a role to play in bullying prevention.
If you or someone you know are experiencing bullying and need support, contact your sub school, student wellbeing, a trusted teacher or visit https://bullyingnoway.gov.au/contact-us/need-help-now.
Dental Health Week 4th-10th August 2025
Dental Health Week (DHW) is the Australian Dental Association’s major annual oral health campaign.
We want all students to get the most out of school. Tooth decay can get in the way of learning. It can be painful and affect sleep and concentration. It is important to help children and young adults keep their mouth healthy and decay-free. Regular dental checks help spot and treat any problems early.
At Barwon Health all children aged zero to 18 years are eligible for FREE dental care!
You can contact any of the following services to make an appointment:
- Barwon Health North Phone: 03 4215 7240
- Belmont Community Health Centre Phone: 03 4215 6972
- Newcomb Community Health Centre Phone: 03 4215 7620
- Wathaurong Aboriginal Cooperative Phone: 5277 2038 (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders only)
Supporting Your Teen with Healthy Technology Use
The Victorian Government has developed mental health support, resources and advice for students and families to access over the school holidays. Two fact sheets for students and families have been developed in 19 different languages to:
- Start by setting clear and consistent boundaries together. This might include no phones at the dinner table, screen-free time before bed, or keeping devices out of bedrooms overnight to support healthy sleep. Teens may resist at first, but consistency and calm conversation go a long way.
- Be curious and engaged, ask about their favourite games, apps or content creators. When teens feel that adults are genuinely interested (not just monitoring), they're more likely to open up if something goes wrong online.
- Modelling healthy habits is powerful. Show balance by taking tech breaks, prioritising face-to-face connection and setting limits for your own screen use.
Need extra support?
The eSafety Commissioner (www.esafety.gov.au) offers practical tips on managing online issues and setting boundaries.
The Raising Children Network (raisingchildren.net.au) also provides expert advice tailored to each age group.
Technology is part of modern life, with support, teens can learn to navigate it safely, respectfully, and with confidence.
Visit Uncloud to see vaping for what it is UNCLOUD
