SchoolTV is an online wellbeing resource which bridges the gap between schools, families and students.
Wellbeing cannot exist just in your own head. Well-being is a combination of feeling good as well as actually having meaning, good relationships and accomplishment.
Dr. Martin Seligman
SchoolTV is an online wellbeing resource for school communities that addresses the modern day realities of raising happy, safe and resilient young people. It is designed to inform, educate and empower parents, teachers and other community members about some of the challenges and pressures faced by young people.
Drawn from over 70 trusted source organisations from Australia and New Zealand, the information features video based content, articles, research and practical strategies. Some of Australia’s leading academics, specialists and authorities in youth health and wellbeing contribute to SchoolTV, with changes to their focus monthly.
Topics covered include respectful relationships, cybersafety and cyberbullying, mental health and anxiety, self harm, healthy bodies, understanding adolescence, school survival and positive parenting. The resources section of all topics includes further useful information in the form of fact sheets, books, website, apps, podcasts and additional videos.
You can access all previous SchoolTV topics from the Mount Carmel College Portal.
The Importance of Connection
Current edition of SchoolTV
Strong, supportive connections play an important role in a young person’s mental health, wellbeing and development. Feeling connected to family, friends, school and community can provide children and adolescents with a sense of belonging, security and acceptance, helping them feel valued and supported as they grow.
As young people navigate friendships, increasing independence, social pressures and the digital world, maintaining meaningful connections can sometimes become more challenging. Positive relationships and a strong sense of belonging can help protect against loneliness and isolation, while building resilience, confidence and emotional wellbeing.
This edition of SchoolTV explores the importance of connection and offers practical strategies to help strengthen relationships, foster belonging and ensure young people feel supported, understood and connected.
If there are any topics discussed on SchoolTV which raise any concerns for you, a loved one or the wellbeing of your child, please seek medical or professional help.
Resources
Dr Jodi Richardson – drjodirichardson.com.au (author of Anxious Kids)
Professor Lea Waters – www.leawaters.com/blog
Beyond Blue – beyondblue.org.au
Headspace – headspace.org.au
Lifeline – lifeline.org.au
ReachOut – au.reachout.com
