7-12 Wellbeing Leaders PLC Term The Broken Bay Approach for Pastoral Care & Wellbeing I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full (Jn 10:10)

Acknowledgement of Country I would like to acknowledge the traditional custodians of this land and pay my respects to Elders past, present and future, for they hold the memories, the traditions, the culture and hopes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.

Outcomes for today Participants will: Explore the DBB Pastoral Care (PC) & Wellbeing approach – Wellbeing Leaders DBB PC policy & framework Wellbeing leaders role & purpose of the PLC Link to Middle Leaders Program MindMatters PC network meetings PL needs School reports & SIPs. Where are you at? Challenges/Barriers/Solutions/Support Mindmatters Update

Our Vision for Pastoral Care & Wellbeing The role of Wellbeing Leaders Pastoral care is the oil of learning (Prof Donna Cross) Relationships are the oil of pastoral care Promote the dignity and integral growth of the person, based on the life of Jesus Christ Improve learning & wellbeing outcomes for all Promote a shared responsibility for pastoral care entrusted to all members of the faith community Develop an optimal learning environment that contributes to school improvement, wellbeing, learning and teaching outcomes, that is informed by: – the Diocesan Policy and Framework for Pastoral Care and Wellbeing for learning – data and evidence based approaches Strengthen school culture including structures, processes, programs and policies to create a safe, welcoming and inclusive school communities

Pastoral Care refers to the action taken by schools to promote and enhance personal, social, physical, emotional, mental and spiritual wellbeing. Optimal student wellbeing is characterised by positive feelings and attitude, positive relationships with others, resilience and satisfaction with self and experiences and engagement in learning. Diocese of Broken Bay (2012), Pastoral Care Policy for Diocesan Systemic Schools Pastoral Care refers to the action taken by schools to promote and enhance personal, social, physical, emotional, mental and spiritual wellbeing. Optimal student wellbeing is characterised by positive feelings and attitude, positive relationships with others, resilience and satisfaction with self and experiences and engagement in learning. Diocese of Broken Bay (2012), Pastoral Care Policy for Diocesan Systemic Schools 1. DSS Pastoral Care Policy 3. Resource Manual & Audit Tool 2. Pastoral Care Framework for Learning DBB Pastoral Care Policy & Wellbeing Framework for Learning

A whole school approach 10 Pathways – 10 Protective Factors Inclusive of the National safe schools Framework 1.Leadership Commitment to Pastoral Care & Wellbeing for Learning 2.A Supportive and Connected School Culture 3.Policies, Structures and Procedures 4.Professional Learning 5.Positive Behaviour Approaches 6.Safe School Learning and Teaching 7.Student Wellbeing and Student Ownership 8.Healthy Lifestyle Development 9.Early Intervention and Targeted Student Support 10.Partnerships with Families, Parish and Community Path to Life & Meaning

Pastoral Care - is the Joy of the Gospel in Action - Our Catholic Worldview Has as its focus the life of Jesus Christ Is concerned with the dignity and integral growth of the person Is a responsibility entrusted to all members of the faith community Is a force for healing, reconciliation and liberation Is an expression of and commitment to justice The Joy of the Gospel in Action YouTube Joy of the Gospel In Action

What is in your wellbeing pack/folder? Tools for Wellbeing Leaders All tools can be located on the Pastoral Care & Wellbeing Website: Home page Wellbeing Leaders CSO Pastoral Care & Wellbeing Website: Wellbeing_enquiry for support

Making meaning - How does it all fit together?

Building relational trust Solving complex problems Integrating educational knowledge into practice High quality teaching and learning to optimise student wellbeing Leadership capabilities Establishing goals and expectations (PC Pathway s 1, 3, 10) Resourcing strategically (PC Pathways 1, 9, 10) Ensuring quality teaching (PC Pathways 4, 6, 8) Leading teacher learning & development (PC Pathways 1, 4) Ensuring an orderly & safe environment (PC Pathways 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10) Leadership dimensions Adapted from: Robinson, V.M.J., Hohepa, M., & Lloyd, C. (2009) School leadership and student outcomes: Identifying what works and why. Wellington: Ministry of Education Mission, Learning & Teaching & Pastoral Care The Ten PC Pathways 1.Leadership Commitment to Pastoral Care and Wellbeing for Learning 2. A Supportive and Connected School Culture 3. Policies, Structures and Procedures 4. Professional Learning 5. Positive Behaviour Approaches 6. Safe School Learning and Teaching 7. Student Wellbeing and Student Ownership 8. Healthy Lifestyle Development 9. Early Intervention and Targeted Student Support 10. Partnerships with Families, Parish and Community Making Connections To Leading Learning

(Mental Health & Wellbeing Framework) PBL (Positive Behaviour for Learning) Component 1 Positive School Community -School leadership takes responsibility for mental health and wellbeing -Promotion of mental health and wellbeing. -Respectful relationships, belonging and inclusion PCF Pathway 2: A supportive and Connected school culture PCF Pathway 3: Policies, structures and procedures PCF Pathway 7: Student Wellbeing and Student Leadership Consistent whole school approach School leadership take responsibility for positive behaviour approaches Consistent restorative and positive approaches to student learning PCF Pathway 2: A Supportive and connected school culture PCF Pathway 3: Policies, structures and procedures PCF Pathway 7: Student Wellbeing and Student Leadership Component 2 Social and Emotional Learning -Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculum -Explicit teaching of SEL skills PCF Pathway 6: Safe School Learning and Teaching PCF Pathway 5: Positive Behaviour Approaches PCF Pathway 8: Healthy Lifestyle development Explicit teaching of positive behaviour expectations Student engagement in learning SEL skills: Teach, Practice, Apply, Acknowledge. Anti Bullying, Cyber safety and Protective Behaviours PCF Pathway 6: Safe School Learning and Teaching PCF Pathway 5: Positive Behaviour Approaches PCF Pathway 8: Healthy Lifestyle development Component 3 Working with Parents and Carers -Collaborative work with parents and carers PCF Pathway 2: A Supportive and connected school culture PCF Pathway 10: Partnerships with Families, Parish and Community Parent engagement Parent voice on the PBL team Consistent understanding of PBL practises PCF Pathway 2: A Supportive and connected school culture PCF Pathway 10: Partnerships with Families, Parish and Community Component 4 Helping Children with Mental Health Difficulties -Professional learning in mental health -Responding to students (staff and parents) experiencing mental health difficulties PCF Pathway 9: Early Intervention and Targeted Support Prevention, Early Intervention and Targeted support Use of data to determine behaviour support Connecting staff, parents and external agencies PCF Pathway 9: Early Intervention and Targeted Support PCF Pathway 1: Leadership Commitment to Pastoral Care & Wellbeing for Learning PCF Pathway 4: Professional learning

Pastoral Care & Wellbeing Restorative Practices NVCI Bucket Fillers Anti Bullying initiatives Bounce Back Friendly Schools Friendly Classrooms SEL & Resilience Rock and Water Play pods CATCH / PATCH - lunch club PBL Transition Student Agency/ Empowerment Counsellors Parent Engagement Peer support Student leadership Mental Health Student engagement in Learning Drugs & Alcohol Youth Ministry Personal Safety Leadership Challenge: Be aware of ‘dot proliferation’ reflect on what is working & what is not working! ChoiceTheory Reality Therapy

What Data Tools? Key Tools Pastoral Care Audit Tool – Staff (Online) KidsMatter/MindMatters New Online Surveys (March 2015) – Students, Staff, Parents School review self evaluation report MMG School Review Surveys – Students, Staff, Parents Behaviour eg PBL EBS & SET data K-10 Anti-Bullying surveys – survey monkey for each school SEL student survey Years 4-8 SEL Maps - Teacher Observations Counselling Attendance Other Tools Pastoral Care Student records Annual SIP evaluations Student focus groups Student Leadership/SRC Reports Parent Group/Board Reports Family Liaison Officers (FLO) Reports Principal/AP phone log Family Exit Surveys Helen Timperley, University of Auckland

Role of Wellbeing Leaders & Team To support the Principal in leading a whole school approach to pastoral care to optimise student learning & wellbeing outcomes Wellbeing leaders promote & lead: 1.1 Wellbeing for all members of the school community Students, parents & staff have a voice and are listened to 1.2 A clear vision - safe, supportive and respectful school 1.3 Plans (SIP) are in place to ensure that the vision is sustained 1.4 Analyse the school’s current capacity to achieve wellbeing goals - plan professional learning for staff 1.5 Resources are accessed and adequate 1.6 Key staff have been identified and supported for PC/Wellbeing roles 1.7 Data is collected regularly to inform practice/responses 1.8 Expectations are clear for a safe school environment 1.9 Staff are aware of mandatory requirements and legal issues 1.10 Understands rights and responsibilities in relation to safety issues 1.11 a shared responsibility and collaborative approach

The purpose of the Wellbeing PLC Is to strengthen: – the capacity of wellbeing leaders to lead a whole school approach to Wellbeing – engagement, consultation and collaboration in the area of Pastoral Care & Wellbeing, across the secondary schools and the CSO Wellbeing team – support for the school improvement plan (SIP) priorities and professional learning. School Structures for wellbeing What does your school structure for leading wellbeing look like? – What’s working well? – What could be integrated? – What could be improved – Student voice – Parent voice

2015 Wellbeing PL (on PHRIS) TermActivityDateVenueTime 1Secondary Leaders Pastoral Care PLC24 MarchCSO Secondary Leaders Pastoral Care PLC4 MayCSO Mental Health First Aid Day 1/Day 211 May 20 May CSO Alcohol & Other Drugs Paul Dillon18 MayCSO Secondary Leaders Pastoral Care Network Yrs JuneCSO Secondary Leaders Pastoral Care Network Yrs JuneCSO Non Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI)5 JuneCSO Secondary Leaders Pastoral Care PLC3 AugustCSO Mental Health First Aid Day 1/Day 224/25 SeptCSO

Access the website for information, resources and all referral request forms DBB Pastoral Care & Wellbeing Website Inclusive of the Diocesan KidsMatter Google site