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COVID-19 resources

The COVID-19 pandemic has posed some of the greatest challenges the world has faced in recent memory. Schools are not exempt from these challenges, and changes to the way learning communities operate now, and into the future, are inevitable.

Change, particularly when it is the result of an unprecedented event, can result in people experiencing a range of emotions and can trigger behaviours that may not have been witnessed on such a large scale before.

The Australian Student Wellbeing Framework provides a sound foundation on which to plan wellbeing strategies and initiatives to support the physical and mental wellbeing of educators, students and families.

Below, is a list of resources for educators, families and students, to help support learning communities to keep safe, resilient and well in this time of crisis.

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Online safety

This course will develop your understanding of online safety and highlight how schools and teachers can assist students to maximise their safety when using the internet, social media and other forms of digital technology. It will equip you with current information and provide links to quality resources and best-practice approaches for teaching students the skills and behaviours of good digital citizenship.

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More for educators

The link iconCOVID-19: an online safety kit for parents and carers

With many students and teachers learning at home, find how the eSafety Commissioner is providing parents and carers with tips in this online safety kit.

The link iconbeyondblue - Coronavirus Mental Wellbeing Support Service

This website will be regularly updated with information, advice and strategies to help you manage your wellbeing and mental health during this time. And you can stay up-to-date by joining the email community.

The link iconAustralian Government – Department of Health

Visit the Department of Health for accurate advice about COVID-19

More for parents

The link iconCoronavirus (COVID-19): How to Talk to Your Child

Parents will find some practical advice from the Kids Health website for talking to their children about COVID-19

The link iconCOVID-19: an online safety kit for parents and carers

With many students and teachers learning at home, find how the eSafety Commissioner is providing parents and carers with tips in this online safety kit.

The link iconbeyondblue - Coronavirus Mental Wellbeing Support Service

This website will be regularly updated with information, advice and strategies to help you manage your wellbeing and mental health during this time. And you can stay up-to-date by joining the email community.

The link iconAustralian Government – Department of Health

Visit the Department of Health for accurate advice about COVID-19

More for students

The link iconHow to cope with stress related to Coronavirus (COVID-19)

It’s understandable that young people may feel stressed and overwhelmed during times of uncertainty and crisis. Headspace offers some great advice.

The link iconbeyondblue - Coronavirus Mental Wellbeing Support Service

This website will be regularly updated with information, advice and strategies to help you manage your wellbeing and mental health during this time. And you can stay up-to-date by joining the email community.

The link iconAustralian Government – Department of Health

Visit the Department of Health for accurate advice about COVID-19