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24.01.2022 FROM BOYS TO MEN - Maggies new book Join the VPC tonight - In conversation with Maggie Dent - Living Through Lockdown 2.0 Maggie Dents no-nonsense observations and practical advice provide some much needed silver linings to the challenges of 2020. bit.ly/33zUXgC

24.01.2022 MAYBE OUR KIDS NEED MORE DANGER FOR BETTER LEARNING If a child has an underdeveloped vestibular system, they may show signs of attention and focus issues in the classroom. Playgrounds made for vestibular improvement may be the answer. Source: Integrated Learning Strategies

23.01.2022 THEY SAY RAISING TEENS IS THE HARDEST PART OF PARENTING, I SAY ITS BEST PART Sure, teenagers are complicated, messy, unpredictable, irritating, and demanding, but they are also creative, hilarious, strong, and brave, too. They have budding dreams, incredible potential, and an entire array of character traits and talents that are forming and evolving at a rapid speed. Source: Moms of Tweens and Teens

23.01.2022 I BELIEVE THAT EDUCATION IS ALL ABOUT BEING EXCITED ABOUT SOMETHING. SEEING PASSION AND ENTHUSIASM HELPS PUSH AN EDUCATIONAL MESSAGE. Steve Irwin, one of Australia’s favourites says it best! What are you passionate about?

22.01.2022 WHY CHILDREN AREN'T DEVELOPMENTALLY READY FOR HIGHER LEARNING Children (adults too) with right-brain delays display a number of signs in several different areas. Behaviorally, they are not very logical and may lack social tact or be straight out antisocial. They tend to be disorganized and late, argumentative, impulsive, obsessive, disinterested or bored, and/or inappropriate. Source: Integrated Learning Strategies... ilslearningcorner.com/2016-01-left-brain-schools-in-right-/? See more

22.01.2022 35 GIFTS YOUR CHILDREN WILL NEVER FORGET Source: Becoming Minimalist becomingminimalist.com/35-gifts-your-children-will-never-f/

20.01.2022 VPC IN CONVERSATION WITH MAGGIE DENT Living Through Lockdown 2.0 Maggie Dents no-nonsense observations and practical advice provide some much needed silver linings to the challenges of 2020. Did you miss Maggie? You can watch it again this Wednesday evening. ... Its a 43 min presentation and you can watch it any time between 7pm - 9pm Registration is required, it is a free event. bit.ly/33zUXgC See more

20.01.2022 INSTEAD OF THIS, TRY THIS: Good mental health reminders! Via The Teacher Next Door... Source: thejustgirlproject See more

19.01.2022 At Victorian Parents Council, we support parents and educators. We believe in providing assistance, support and encouragement, as well as being a helpful resource that connects children, parents and teachers to government, the media, and education authorities. For more about we do and who we are, visit us bit.ly/32FkhkJ... #vicparentscouncil #melbournekids #teachers #VPC See more

18.01.2022 EVERY PARENT SHOULD WATCH - THE SOCIAL DILEMMA New and a highly recommended .... on Netflix - THE SOCIAL DILEMMA - 90-minute docu-drama WHY THE SOCIAL DILEMMA IS THE MOST IMPORTANT DOCUMENTARY OF OUR TIMES ... Netflixs new docu-drama doesnt just recruit Silicon Valley whistleblowers to explain why they regret building the likes of Facebook and Twitter, says Alexi Duggins, it lets them explain why they might have unwittingly started societys destruction and how to prevent it Many parents are watching this documentary with their teenagers. Have you seen it already? With your children? Thank you for sharing Linda Stade - Educational Writer Source: The Independent

18.01.2022 - UPCOMING EVENTS AND NAPLAN POLL - ***** WOULD YOU LIKE NAPLAN TO CONTINUE? - VPC PARENT & EDUCATOR POLL bit.ly/2GDXvlU. We love to hear from you! ***** VPC - LOCKDOWN HOLIDAY EVENT: Live ZOOM - Learning to draw penguins! ... with Melbourne Art Teacher Jodi Helliwell from Spot.of.Art Monday 28th September from 11.30am - 12.15pm Free event - registration required to receive zoom link bit.ly/3crkNaG ***** VPC LIVE EVENT: Parenting Todays Teens: Practical Tips and Insights - Michelle Mitchell Thursday 1 October at 7.00 - 7.45 pm Free event, registration required bit.ly/3kCIi39 ***** VPC - LOCKDOWN HOLIDAY EVENT: Live ZOOM- Fitness session for children age 10+ with qualified personal trainer Jono Hampel from Athletes' Society. Friday 2 October T 11.00am - 11.45am Free event, registration required https://bit.ly/33Shcyq

17.01.2022 I HAVE DYSLEXIA - WHICH MEANS THAT ... Via Bright Solutions for Dyslexia Graphic - source: Upbility

17.01.2022 CORRECTION THROUGH CONNECTION. AS IT TURNS OUT, THERE IS NO OTHER WAY As part of discovering their very important place in the world, our children and teens will often behave in ways that are, let’s say, wildly short of ‘adorable’. They will explore, experiment, push to find the limits, and exercise their independence. Via HUSHeducation ... Source: Hey Sigmund heysigmund.com/correction-through-connection-as-it-turns-o/ See more

17.01.2022 GET THE KIDS OUTSIDE - RAIN, HAIL OR SHINE Chaos to Calm Consultancy: Did you know that 1 in 5 Aussie kids have never climbed a tree? We are raising a whole generation of kids who are told Dont get dirty or Put that stick down or You will fall & get hurt!... We need to get our kids back in the dirt. Let them do what kids do best. Stop suffocating them with our fears & unrealistic expectations! Let them be wild. Get them outside rain, hail or shine. Let them explore in nature. Encourage them to learn from their mistakes. Whats the worst that could happen? They become adventurous.... Risk takers, creative thinkers. Brave. Courageous. Problem solvers... Thank you for sharing Chaos to Calm Consultancy!

16.01.2022 VPC LIVE EVENT: Parenting Todays Teens: Practical Tips and Insights - Michelle Mitchell Thursday 1 October 2020 at 7.00 - 7.45 pm Free event, registration required bit.ly/3kCIi39

16.01.2022 URGENT CALL FOR AUSTRALIAN BLOOD DONORS The Australian Red Cross is urgently calling for donors as the country faces a shortage of two of its most common types of blood, with supplies down to just two days. DETAILS: 9Soci.al/bnCQ50Cme2p ... #9News | Nightly at 6.00pm

16.01.2022 REGIONAL VICTORIA - SCHOOL CAMP RETURNS TERM 4 - 2020 Education Minister James Merlino: ... When school resumes in regional Victoria in term 4, so will school camps. It is great news for everyone in regional Victoria. We all know the benefits of schools camps. Students have fun, learn about teamwork and build resilience and confidence. It is also significant boost for regional economies where the majority of 190 camps are located. School camps contribute around $134 million to regional economies each year and employ around 5,500 camp staff. It will give all of students in regional Victoria something to look forward to. We all want to see a return to face-to-face teaching as soon as possible. But we just have to keep going and taking the safe and steady steps because what we are doing is working and we are seeing the numbers being driven down. For regional Victoria this is another step forward. And for Melbourne it gives us hope of what we can look forward to. James Merlino. Dan Andrews

16.01.2022 Today is Australian 'National Day of Action against Violence and Bullying'

15.01.2022 SOME SCHOOLS ARE REMOVING ANALOG CLOCKS BECAUSE KIDS CAN’T READ THEM Concerning or just a sign of the times? Any thoughts?... Via The Teacher Next Door Source: Did You Know didyouknowfacts.com/schools-in-the-u-k-are-removing-analog/

15.01.2022 WE NEED TO EMBRACE AND ACCEPT OUR CHILDREN IN THEIR AUTHENTICITY - Maggie Dent Karen Young - Hey Sigmund: Sometimes silence means 'I don't have anything to say.' Sometimes it means, 'I have plenty to say but I don't want to share it right here and right now.' We all need certain things to feel safe enough to put ourselves into the world. Kids with anxiety are thoughtful, observant and insightful, and their wisdom will always have the potential to add something important ...to the world for all of us. instagram.com/p/CFLiVePnwzN/?igshid=wa31y6w944mb Thank you for sharing Maggie Dent !

15.01.2022 WHY I AM SAVOURING EVERY LOST LAST AS MY CHILDREN GROW OLDER Unlike the last day of kinder, 'lost' lasts are quieter; moments when I didnt realise it was the last time. It just happened, then it never happened again Source: The Age - OPINION Susan Garland

15.01.2022 SIMPLE GUIDE TO STAYING PRESENT DURING PLAYTIME Source: The Mum Psychologist

14.01.2022 Now that were in lockdown, children are encouraged to do as much remote learning from home, as they can manage. While the internet is a fantastic resource, it can also be a scary and dangerous place. VPC provides resources for parents who want the best for their children, in terms of online safety. Visit VPC for more information about promoting online safety for your kids while they learn remotely: bit.ly/3hB0hVR ... #vicparentscouncil #melbournefamilies #schoollife #teachers See more

14.01.2022 Michelle Mitchell joins us again on Thursday - Parenting Todays Teen: Practical Tips and Insights. Thursday 1 October 2020 at 7pm Free event, registration required bit.ly/3kCIi39

13.01.2022 DEAR TEEN SON, YOU NEED TO LEARN THESE FIVE IMPORTANT SOCIAL SKILLS Conversations with your friends are easy, but when you are communicating with anyone else, especially adults, you need to practice good people skills to do it well. This will require some effort and discomfort on your part, I know it doesnt come naturally. I get that, I really do. Its just not your thing, and really, I believe most kids your age feel the same way, especially boys. Source: Moms of Tweens and Teens

13.01.2022 TIPS FOR PRESCHOOLS MOVING BACK TO IN-PERSON LEARNING One idea for preschools reopening in-person: Start gradually, with a Zoom home visit, then outdoor visit at school with a parent or guardian, then a small group play session, and so on. Source: Edutopia

11.01.2022 THE SCIENCE OF KEEPING KIDS ENGAGED - EVEN FROM HOME We hope for intrinsically motivated students, but we tend to design for the opposite, often with the best of intentions in mind. Two educators discuss the benefits of utilizing the science of motivation while designing virtual courses. Source: Edutopia

11.01.2022 VPC - LOCKDOWN HOLIDAY ACTIVITY FOR PRIMARY SCHOOL AGED CHILDREN - AN INTERACTIVE ART SESSION WITH JODI HELLIWELL - Learning to draw penguins! ... This school holidays the VPC have created a bit of fun for the Kids and organised two fun classes upcoming week. On Monday 28th September from 11.30am - 12.15pm join Melbourne Art Teacher Jodi Helliwell from Spot.of.Art for a fun class for the kids as she teaches you step by step on how to draw these adorable penguins. Jodi has spent her lockdown turning her face to face skills based art classes into interactive Zoom sessions. We hope the kids can join in the fun with Jodi. Free event - registration required to receive zoom link bit.ly/3crkNaG

10.01.2022 SPECIAL CONSIDERATION FOR 10.000 VCAL STUDENTS IN THEIR FINAL YEAR OF SCHOOL - just announced by the Education Minister James Merlino 2020 has been such a challenging year for all of our students but particularly for our senior students in their final year of school. We have already announced a special consideration process to ensure our VCE students complete the year and any impacts of the pandemic are reflected in their VCE scores and ATAR ranking.... Today we announced a complete package to support school students on a vocational pathway as well. Students will be able to access special consideration to support them to achieve their VCAL certificates, and those school students who were unable to complete their VET qualifications will be guaranteed an enrolment at TAFE or dual sector providers to complete their studies in 2021. There are more than 10,000 students in their final year of schooling completing VCAL. Where students are unable to complete units, the VCAA will grant students credit which ensures every student will be supported to gain their VCAL certificate regardless of the impact of the pandemic. Schools will consider the impact of remote learning including things like school closures, remote learning impacting practical parts of their studies, mental health challenges and long absences. More than 15,000 VCAL and VCE students are also undertaking studies for nationally recognised VET qualifications and we need to support them as well. The requirements of completing VET qualifications are nationally recognised and regulated by the Federal Government. And the skills attained give employers certainty in employing individuals with these qualifications. Today we announced that students who do not complete their VET qualifications in 2020 as intended, will be guaranteed enrolment at a TAFE or dual sector provider and have their 2021 VET fees waived in order to complete their course, or an equivalent course where it is not provided. Not only will this support students to continue their studies, itll save families hundreds of dollars in tuition fees. Ensuring a seamless continuation of VET studies, students will receive a Statement of Attainment for completed VET units of competency in 2020, recognised at all RTOs and TAFEs. Students will also be able to continue their VET studies until December 18, providing an additional month to complete their VET studies and have these recognised on their VCAL certificate. It has been a tough year, but the key point is that no matter what you are studying in your final year of school, we will do everything we can to support you to achieve your goals! James Merlino Dan Andrews

09.01.2022 INSTEAD OF SAYING USE YOUR WORDS HELP CHILDREN TO DEVELOP LANGUAGE TO DESCRIBE THEIR FEELINGS The reason children struggle with expressing themselves is because they don't have the right words to say. offering suggestions is a great way to help them convey their feelings without feeling shame or frustration. Thank you for sharing School Psyched, Your School Psychologist ... Source: National Center for Youth Issues See more

09.01.2022 WANT TO RAISE KIDS WHO ARE INCLUDERS? DO THESE SIX THINGS On one hand, those girls did not do anything wrong but excitedly greet a friend. On the other, they ruined another childs morning without even trying without even being aware. Via Protective Behaviours Victoria, Australia ... Source: Sunshine & Hurricanes See more

09.01.2022 VPC - LOCKDOWN HOLIDAY ACTIVITY -Live ZOOM- fitness session for children ages 10+ AN INTERACTIVE FITNESS SESSION WITH JONO HAMPEL - as we get the kids off the devices for a fitness - working out activity! Friday 2 October at 11.00-11.45am... Free event, registration required bit.ly/33Shcyq

07.01.2022 ROUTINE LESS IS OFTEN MORE WHEN IT COMES TO CHILDRENS DEVELOPMENT Planning the majority of our childrens lives in detail, via structured classes and activities, might not be the best approach. Parental flexibility isnt just important for creativity. During the COVID-19 lockdown, it has also been linked to greater family bonds and constructive parenting. ... The lockdown may in fact have helped many parents to step back and evaluate their interests and work out how to share them with their children. Source: The Conversation UK

07.01.2022 RESEARCHERS REVEAL WHAT TEENS WHO SELF HARM ARE REALLY TRYING TO SAY It’s a grim topic and one we might want to avoid talking about. Join us in this exclusive VPC LIVE WEBINAR with Michelle Mitchell author of the book Self Harm - michellemitchell.org... PLEASE SHARE Thursday 5 November at 7.30pm Free event, registration required via vicparentscouncil.vic.edu.au/events Please send you questions in before the session starts Note: not live streamed on Facebook Article: Researchers reveal what teens who self harm are really trying to say Parents don’t often understand that self-harming is not the same as suicidal tendencies. Generally, these children don’t want to kill themselves; they only want to make the pain stop the only way they know. It’s a coping skill that they find useful for their angst. Source: powerofpositivity.com/self-harm-teens-are-trying-to-say-th/

07.01.2022 ITS MINE!: SHARING IN YOUNG CHILDHOOD To force our kids to share or let them not share? This is something that causes a lot of anxiety in parents. You see, our kids naturally dont really want to share, so when were in a social situation and our kids are being, well, kids, we can feel horribly judged and rude when our child refuses to share any of their toys and snatches those toys back from the poor, unsuspecting visitor. Most parents start with the request that the chi...ld share, following by a bit of pleading mixed with reasoning, and then finally force or punishment. The question we have to ask ourselves is if this works and if it does, to what end? Keep reading here bit.ly/3km0C0q Via The Natural Parent Magazine linktr.ee/TheNaturalParentMagazine Source: Kids Play Tricks

06.01.2022 HAVE YOU TRIED THIS TOOL TO HELP WITH BIG EMOTIONS? If a child struggles with emotional grounding or self-regulation, this may be a tool that can help. Source: Integrated Learning Strategies... .com/2016-08-rewire-the-brain-handbook-for-emotional-control-and-fine-motor-development/ See more

05.01.2022 LANGUAGE DELAY VERSUS AUTISM Lots of parents wonder what the difference is in language delay (speech delay) and Autism. First, a language delay alone does not indicate Autism. But its pretty common for parents to only have concerns about speech and miss some of the other signs of autism. This infographic focuses primarily on the differences in speech/language development in kids with a language delay vs kids with an autism diagnosis. The major take home message here: if a...nyone thinks an autism evaluation is necessary - then its necessary! Even if you have one person saying yes do an eval and four others who say no you dont need one. This is because autism is complex and not well understood by many people- including professionals! Via GV Developmental Clinic Source: Mrs Speechie P

05.01.2022 MUSIC UNLOCKS THE BRAIN OF A BOY WITH ADHD "Traditional learning programs helped my son, who has ADHD and other special needs, concentrate and focus but nothing helped him as much as music. Whether he was learning an instrument, listening to a classical concerto, or just clapping along to a beat, Brandon found himself and his strengths in the power of sound." Via Integrated Learning Strategies... Source: Additude Mag See more

05.01.2022 SELFCARE IS NOT AN INDULGENCE. ITS A DISCIPLINE It requires tough-mindedness, a deep and personal understanding of your priorities, and a respect for both yourself and the people you choose to spend your life with. Source: Forbes

05.01.2022 20 WONDERFUL WAYS TO MAKE SCHOOL HALLWAYS POSITIVE AND INSPIRING Time for a hallway makeover? Source: ... Via School Leaders Now Source: We Are Teachers See more

04.01.2022 WHY YOUNG KIDS SHOULD BE ALLOWED TO LEARN THROUGH PLAY (NOT WORKSHEETS) Children today who are experiencing the coronavirus pandemic need lots of imaginative play opportunities to help them make sense of the radical changes that have affected so many aspects of their lives. Source: The Washington Post

04.01.2022 NEURODIVERSITY AT WORK BENEFITS EVERYONE- WHY COMPANIES ARE HIRING AUTISTIC PEOPLE From the UK some of point about why our minds deliver for our teams - there are many more reasons too Source: The Conversation UK

03.01.2022 Howard Gardner hit the nail on the head when he theorised about multiple intelligences. Some of us are better at languages, maths, or spacial learning, for example, than others. (Source: bit.ly/3byOhml) So its no secret that children learn better when they are taught the way they learn. How do your children learn? Let us know in the comments! #vicparentscouncil #melbournekids #teachers #VPC

03.01.2022 At VPC, in our continued support for parents and teachers, we have many resources available to assist with children’s education. Educate yourself and young learners about bullying, exam stress, and more. Access our resources here bit.ly/3ivSXfw ... #vicparentscouncil #jointhevibrantonlineVPCparentCommunity #BuildingInformedParents #BuildingConfidentParents See more

02.01.2022 WHY TEENS SHOULD UNDERSTAND THEIR OWN BRAINS (AND WHY THEIR TEACHERS SHOULD, TOO!) "They should understand why they might be particularly self-conscious or susceptible to peer-influence, or more likely to take risks. The teenage years are a really important time in terms of vulnerability to mental illnesses." Source: KQED

02.01.2022 With Victorian Parents Council at your side, your children will be better prepared for their futures. What kind of freedom can your children look forward to in the future, with a good education behind them? #vicparentscouncil #melbournekids #teachers #VPC #melbournemums

01.01.2022 THINGS BOOK LOVERS DO Calling all book lovers! Do you do any of these?... Via The Teacher Next Door Hedger Humor