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Principals Australia Institute is a not-for-profit, incorporated body representing the four peak Australian principals associations, representing secondary and primary Government, Catholic and Independent education sectors.Principals Australia Institute exists to support principals and their associations to build effective, inspirational and sustainable leadership in Australian schools.
? Dare to Lead conference, Brisbane Friday 7th Sept 2012
Overview of session • What is wellbeing? • What is whole school wellbeing? • An example of partnership • Questions
Key messages • Wellbeing supports learning • A whole school approach to wellbeing involves all students, staff, and partnerships with parents, families and the wider community • Authentic partnerships take time • Community support and engagement cannot be assumed • Based on trust
What is social and emotional wellbeing? “Emotional and spiritual resilience which enables us to enjoy life and survive pain, disappointment and sadness. It is a positive sense of well-being and an underlying belief in our own and others’ dignity and worth.” Health Education Authority, 1998 England
Walking the talk • What makes you laugh? • Do you have a place that is special or sacred? • When you think about the wellbeing of Aboriginal students, what is the first thing you think about?
‘Feeling Deadly • ...Not Shame’ • A MindMatters Personal Development • Workshop • An example of community partnerships
Mind their mindsTeach them to know themselvesBe strong in heartAnd keep culture … Tony Lee
Key Messages FDnS • Personal development is important for all young people • Young people can tell what keeps them safe and how they can grow • Community plays a significant role in the lives of our young people
For more information…. Michael Hardie m.hardie@qut.edu.au 0413 806 025 Olivia Fisher Olivia.Fisher@pai.edu.au 0407 186 146
Principals Australia Institute is a not-for-profit, incorporated body representing the four peak Australian principals associations, representing secondary and primary Government, Catholic and Independent education sectors.Principals Australia Institute exists to support principals and their associations to build effective, inspirational and sustainable leadership in Australian schools.