R U OK? Day
R U OK? Day (Thursday 9 September 2021) is our national day of action dedicated to reminding everyone that every day is the day to ask, “Are you OK?” and support those struggling with life's ups and downs. R U OK? seeks to create a world where we’re all connected. We’re never too young to look out for one another and meaningfully connect. Children cannot be expected to fix someone’s problems, nor know the best way to help and support. However they can be encouraged to listen to what their friend is saying, let them know they care and tell a teacher, school counsellor or trusted adult if they are worried about their friend.By promoting an environment of positive peer support and accessing support channels via parents and adults, children can learn that asking, ‘Are you OK?’ is a key life skill.
St Francis of Assisi celebrated R U OK day to coincide with our Wellbeing Wednesday activities. Thanks to everyone who dressed in yellow, participated in some wellbeing activities or wrote down different ways we can check in with the people around us and make sure they are OK.
Please see the link to our Facebook page for all the photos of how we celebrated R U OK? Day
CEDoW R U OK? Day Flash Dance
Students, staff and families have connected virtually across CEDoW to create a joyful and vibrant Flash Dance with the intention of creating a virtual connection, a sense of belonging, and a spark of fun!
St Francis of Assisi R U OK? Day Flash Dance
Thank you to Tim Hart for allowing us to use his amazing song 'Walk Each Other Home' ©2020. Thank you also to all of our staff and students who joined in the fun!
We truly hope you remember the message of the day - to check in with those around you and make sure they are OK.
