Message from the Pastoral Care Worker
Dear Pimpala Primary School Community,
Welcome to term 2 -
I imagine this term may look a bit different than school has looked before and this may also may also change in coming weeks.
This is a difficult and tricky time for everyone and we all feel different levels of anxiety, stress and ways we are managing and coping with the changes.
I have 4 children and 1 of my children for health reasons did 5 years of school online - it was a very different experience for her as a student and me as a parent than when my other children attended school - it came with different challenges, and different routines - and that wasn’t during a national health crisis.
So please everyone be kind to yourself.
SELF CARE is a must for all - rest, relaxation, moving, healthy food, hydration, laughing, connecting with those you care about and whatever helps to keep you centred are of utmost importance.
As a PCW my role is about well-being for staff, students and their families - and I definitely want to be available for you at this time.
I will be available if families want to connect with me. You can contact the school at any time, and they will let me know to call you if you need any assistance at all, or with practical resources or guidance to community resources.
Here are some things to help with this stressful time.
Mindfulness
Mindfulness is simply acknowledging and being in the present moment. This can help you or your child with anxiety, sleep better, improve ability to pay attention, regulate emotions, make better decisions and support overall health. It can be breathing exercises, yoga, stillness and quiet time.
https://www.headspace.com/meditation/kids
https://www.smilingmind.com.au/ (App)
https://www.calm (App)
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga Junior Primary
https://youtu.be/Td6zFtZPkJ4 Upper Primary
Mindful Parenting (Australian Childhood Foundation 2012)
Mindful Parenting is a resource booklet developed for parents by the Australian Childhood Foundation as part of The Bringing Up Great Kids program. The program uses ideas of mindfulness to support parents to enhance patterns of communication with their children, and encourage the development of children’s positive self-identity. Other resources and information can be found at www.kidscount.com.au
Skye Keller,
Pastoral Care Worker
Pimpala Primary School
24 Vanstone Avenue
Morphett Vale 5162 SA
Thursday 9:30am - 3pm
Friday 9:30am - 3pm