Mental Health and Wellbeing News

Dear Parents/Carers,

Last Newsletter we had a look at Self Talk and how important it is for not only our children but ourselves. Today we will continue with the next Competency in Social and Emotional Learning which is Relationship Skills. 

Relationship skills are concerned with our ability to interact positively with peers and adults, and to effectively navigate social situations. This includes the capacities to communicate clearly, listen actively, cooperate, work collaboratively to problem solve and negotiate conflict constructively, navigate settings with differing social and cultural demands and opportunities, provide leadership, and seek or offer help when needed.

Having the ability to maintain healthy relationships is an extremely important skill that students need to be taught. This is an area of focus that we talk about with students on a daily basis and will continue to do so.

Below are some of the skills that we focus on within the classrooms and on the playground.

• Communicate effectively
• Develop positive relationships
• Demonstrate cultural competency
• Practice teamwork and collaborative problem‑solving
• Negotiate and resolve conflicts constructively
• Resist negative social pressure
• Show leadership in groups
• Seek or offer support and help when needed
• Stand up for the rights of others

If you have any queries regarding building positive relationships skills please do not hesitate to contact me.

Deb Owens

Mental Health and Wellbeing Leader