Knowing Girls v2
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Gender Equality in Sport – Santa Maria College
In terms of gender equality, the sports world has made tremendous progress in recent years. Women have accomplished great things...
Read MoreThe Challenges of Perfectionism – Santa Maria College
We live in a society where there is an emphasis on performance, achievement and perfection. Anything less than perfect is...
Read MoreTransition Smoothly To High School – Santa Maria College
The transition from primary to high school can be daunting for children. What can we do to make sure they...
Read MoreGrief – Santa Maria College
Grief is commonly linked to death of family or friends, but it can also happen when you lose something of...
Read MoreIt’s Ok To Be An Introvert – Santa Maria College
With current restrictions and COVID-19 cases on the increase, I feel no guilt about wanting to stay at home on...
Read MoreWhat Gives You Joy? – Santa Maria College
Joy doesn't come from others; it comes from within us. When we are more present, the simple things in life...
Read MoreI Don’t Have To Be Better; I Just Have To Be Me – Santa Maria College
Competitions and comparisons to others are common, not just in schools but in society
Read MoreMore Bad News – Santa Maria College
Social media has changed the way we access our news. People expect to be informed immediately or even while it...
Read MoreThe Importance Of Fathers In Girls Lives – Jennifer Oaten
Fathers or father figures play a significant role in the lives of young women. They can significantly impact a girl's...
Read MoreCamps – Having A Go – Santa Maria College
The purpose of camps is to push students beyond their comfort zone. The activities are unfamiliar, being away from family...
Read MoreThe Impact Of TikTok On Young People – Santa Maria College
This blog discusses the impact that the social media app TikTok is having on teenagers and what schools are doing...
Read MoreSay No To Vaping – Santa Maria College
As parents, we have a duty to keep our children safe from harm. And when it comes to vaping, we...
Read MoreUnderstanding Neurodiversity – Santa Maria College
Neurodiversity is a term used to describe the range of differences in how our brains are wired and operated. Neuro...
Read MoreMy Teen and Social Media: Santa Maria College
College psychologist Dr Kimberlee Burrows delivered a webinar on teens and social media this week. In this blog, she shares...
Read MoreTransitioning Into High School – Jennifer Oaten
Entering high school from primary school is an exciting time for children and their parents, but it can also be...
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