BodyKind August
Wear It Purple Day - Bold Voices, Bright Futures
R U OK? Day
Supporting your Teen with Healthy Technology
CoGG Parenting Manifesto
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2025 Term 3, Parenting Calendar
Feed Geelong Where You can Eat
Faith Field
Secondary School Nurse
Krizza Salugsugan
Student Wellbeing Coordinator
Christina Doyle
Student Wellbeing
Trish Guy
Mental Health Practitioner
Kate Kingsbury
Student Wellbeing
Bridgette Van Der Zee
Student Wellbeing Assistant
BodyKind August
Butterfly Foundation’s BodyKind August, is an initiative promoting positive body image and encouraging all Australians to be kind to their bodies and to others; kind in the way they speak about all bodies, kind in the way they move, nourish and nurture their own. Free, expert-designed resources with safe, positive messaging are available for schools, families and sports/activity clubs. For more information visit BodyKind - Butterfly Foundation
https://butterfly.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/BodyKind-August-Flyer-FINAL.pdf
Wear It Purple Day - Gold Voices Bright Futures 29th August
Wear it Purple Day empowers LGBTQIA+SB youth to dream big and share “bold voices, bright futures” with Australia
On 29 August 2025, ‘Wear It Purple Day’ will unite LGBTQIA+SB youth and allies to shine a glorious light on the thousands of schools, community organisations, universities, and workplaces that are coming together to create a more inclusive future for all Australians.
North Geelong Secondary College will be celebrating Wear it Purple Day with lunchtime activities available for all students.
Find out more about WEAR IT PURPLE
R U OK? Day – Thursday 11th September
Like good friends, some things are just better together. The support of a good mate can help someone feel connected and supported as they navigate life's ups and downs. This can include exam and study pressure, financial stress, mental ill-health and navigating relationships. We all want to be there for our friends when they're struggling, but sometimes it can be tricky to know what to say and do.
On Thursday 11th September, North Geelong Secondary College will be celebrating R U OK? Day. Students will be participating in activities during Connect Classes and there will be lunchtime activities which students can participate in.
Last Year the school captains developed a video clip about R U OK? Day. You can view this here RUOK Day.
For more information about R U OK? visit A conversation could change a life | R U OK?
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.
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