School Psychologist Corner
TO BE UPDATED IN 2022
Teen Triple P parenting seminars TERM 1 2018
28th February, 7th March and 14th March
Parents/carers are invited to attend free parenting seminars to learn practical, positive and effective ways to strengthen bonds with their teenagers, encouraging them to develop the skills to become independent and to successfully connect with the wider community.
When: Wednesday 28 February Seminar One: Raising Responsible Teenagers
Wednesday 7 March Seminar Two: Raising Competent Teenagers
Wednesday 14 March Seminar Three: Getting Teenagers connected
Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Venue: Mount Lawley Senior High School Staff Room – upstairs in Main Admin building
Cost: Free – however bookings are essential.
Parents of children in Years 6, 7, 8 and 9 are welcome to attend. This is an adult only event, so please do not bring your teenager or younger children along.
NB: These seminars focus on strategies for supporting very low level challenging behaviours that teenagers display. For more in-depth parent support and complex presentations, the Group Teen Triple P would be a suitable option. You can check when and where this program is offered through the Department of Health (http://healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/S_T/Triple-P-Positive-Parenting-Program)
Bookings: Visit the EventBrite page to register online (https://mlshsteenpppseminars.eventbrite.com.au)
Annual Youth Survey 2017 Mission Australia
August 2018
The 2017 Mission Australia Youth Survey Report has been released. The link pertains to the issues young people are most concerned about. Please look at the Infographic for a snapshot of issues raised by young people.
"Every morning is a new beginning, a new chance for you to rewrite the story of your life."
"Most of the shadows of life are caused by standing in our own sunshine."
"There are no mistakes, save one: the failure to learn from a mistake."
"Every morning is a new beginning, a new chance for you to rewrite the story of your life."